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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING-JULY 6, 1982
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 7:30 P.M.
2. Resident Forum
3. Agenda Approval
4. Discussion Items
a. G. Anderson-Variance
b. E. Fields - Rezoning
c. L. Mills - Special Use Permit
d. Ordinance No. 8 Amendment - Retail Sales in LI District
e. F. padula- Special Use Permit
f. G. Pal luck - Variance
g. J. Snyder - Variance
h. Westview Industrial Park - Final Plat
i. Ordinance No. 8 Amendment - Single Family Homes w/Apts.
j . Ordinance No. 28 Amendment - Insurance Requirements/
Off-Sale, On-Sale Non-Intoxicating Liquor Licenses
k. Ordinance No. 10 Amendment - Subdivision Regulations
l. Project 82-8 - Woodridge Acres, Shady Knoll, The Oaks,
Sanitary Sewer/Streets - Order Public Hearing
m. Municipal State Aid Projects - Order Advertisement/Bids
n. Project 82-7 - Russell Stack Addition Streets/Order
Public Hearing
o. Accept Petition for Dust Control - Lund's Round Lake
Estates
p. Plans & Specifications - Sealcoating
q. Hawk Ridge East - Final Plat
r. Temforary On-Sale Non-Intoxicating Malt Liquor License
ndover Lions Club
5. Non-Discussion Items
a. "No Parking" Resolutions - MSA Streets
b. RevoæDesignation-MSA~170th Lane NW-Designate 173rd Lane
c. Van Quotations
d. Truck Specifications
6. Reports of Committees, Commissions, Staff
a. Fire Department Contract
7. Approval of Minutes
8. Approval of Claims
9. Adjournment
Agenda Information
July 6, 1982
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CITY 01 ANDOVER
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TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL
COPIES TO: ATTORNEY, STAFF, PLANNING & ZONING CHAIRMAN
FROM: CITY CLERK/A. ADMINISTRATOR
DATE: JUNE 30, 1982
REFERENCE: AGENDA INFORMATION - JULY 6, 1982
Item No. 3 - Agenda Approval
Please delete Item No. 4h - Westview Industrial Park/ Final Plat and
in its place substitute Item No. 4q - Hawk Ridge/Final Plat.
Item No. 4a - G. Anderson Variance
Mr. & Mrs. Anderson are requesting a variance to allow them to leave
an already placed playhouse/storage sheà approximately 20 feet in
front of the principal structure. The Planning and Zoning Commission
has reviewed the request and is recommending approval. A resolution
will be prepared granting approval, noting P&Z comments and the fact
that the structure has been built for quite a period of time and no
complaints have been received from adjoining property owners.
Item No. 4b - E. Fields Rezoning
Mr. Fields has filed the necessary forms for Agricultural Preserve
Zoning, and has requested a rezoning of his property pursuant to
ordinance requirements. Planning & Zoning Commission has held a
public hearing and is recommending approval of the request. A
resolution will be prepared granting approval, citing P&Z comments
and ordinance compliance.
Item No. 4c - L. Mills Special Use Permit
Mrs. Mills is requesting a SUP for the purpose of having a beauty
shop in her home in the Meadowwood Addition pursænt to the requirements
of Ordinance No. 8Q. The Planning and Zoning Commission has held
the required Public Hearing, and even though there was considerable
public opposition, is recommending approval inasmuch as all ordinance
requirements have been met. The City Attorney is reviewing the
covenants covering the Meadowwood Addition and will have a report
for the meeting. A resolution will be prepared,~granting approval.
Agenda Information
July 6, 1982
Page 3
Item No. 4h - Hawk Ridge East - Final Plat
Enclosed is the Final Plat of Hawk Ridge East. The park dedication fee
of $9,585.00 will be paid before the meeting. Attorney Hawkins has the
Abstract, however, we have not yet received the Opinion, but should
have something by the meeting. Jim Schrantz has inspected the roads
and the memorandum from him is enclosed. You will note a required escrow
amount of $37,500, covering 1.5 times the estimated cost for the work
still required to be completed. A resolution will be prepared for
approval of the Final Plat.
Item No. 4i - Ordinance No. 8 Amendment-Sgle. Family Homes w/Apts.
Attached is the proposed ordinance from the Planning and Zoning
Commission. This ordinance has been drawn up as a result of
numerous requests from property owners and will legalize those such
apartments already existing.
Item No. 4j - Ordinance No. 28 Amendment-Insurance Requirements/Liquor
Enclosed is a memorandum from Attorney Hawkins, requesting a change
in our Non-Intoxicating Malt Liquor Ordinance requirements to make
this ordinance in compliance with State Law. I have drafted a
sample ordinance which Mr. Hawkins will review and report is comments
at the meeting.
Item No. 4k - Ordinance No. 10 Amendment-Subdivision Regulations
Enclosed is a letter from Attorney Hawkins, as well as the new
legislation covering subdivision requirements and City authority.
This matter should be referred to the Planning and Zoning Commission
for their review and subsequent public hearings.
Item No. 41 - Project No. 82-8/Sanitary Sewer, Streets (Woodridge Acres)
Enclosed please find the Feasibility Report covering the improvements
of sanitary sewer and bituminous streets for the Woodridge Acres Area
as well as the other subdivisions and affected properties in that
area. A resolution will be prepared accepting the report and calling
a public hearing for the entire area. Specific sections can be
dropped at any time after the public hearing; however, we cannot
add any additional areas if the property owners do not receive the
notice, SO it is recommended that anyone who could be even remotely
affected should be included for the public hearing. (after July 26)
Item No. 4m - MSA Projects - Accept FPS/Order Advertisement for Bids
Glenn Cook of B.R.A. will be present at the meeting to cover the
Final Plans and Specifications for the M.S.A. Improvements. A resolution
will be prepared accepting the FPS as presented and directing an
advertisement for bids.
Agenda Information
July 6, 1982
Page 4
Item No. 4n- Streets/Russell-Stack Addition
Enclosed is the Feasibility Report for bituminous street improvement
for this area. B.R.A. and the City Engineer have met with several
of the property owners in the area to discuss the inclusion of
165th Avenue in the proposed improvement. A report will be available
for the meeting. A resolution is prepared accepting the report and
ordering a public hearing (after July 26). Because of Chapter 429
requirements, time would not permit this job to be bid with the
M.S.A. streets, however, the Contracter receiving the award for the
M.S.A. streets would logically come in with a very good price on
this improvement inasmuch as his equipment is already in the area.
Item No. 40 - Accept Petition for Dust Control
Enclosed is a petition from the residents in Lund's Round Lake Estates,
requesting the City to install a dust control additive to their streets.
Jim Schrantz has contacted other cities who reportedly have used this
product; his memo is attached. You will note the costs are 15 times
higher than acknowledged by the petitioners; and the product has not
been having really¡good results. Perhaps the petitioners should simply
be written a letter advising them of the findings--and include estimated
costs for bituminous surfacing along with the procedure for a Chapter 429
improvement.
Item No. 4p - Plans & Specifications/Sealcoating
Enclosed are the Plans & Specifications for sealcoating. The 1982
Budget has an allowance of $25,000 for the work. You will recall
that this figure was reduced considerable from the amount proposed
for 1982 in the TKDA Report. A resolution is needed to approve
the Plans & Specifications and direct advertisement for public bids.
Item No. 4q - Hawk Ridge East (handled under Item No. 4h)
Item No. 4r - Temporary On-Sale Non-Intoxicating Malt Liquor License
The Andover Lions Club is requesting a temporary license for their
tournament on July 24. The fee for the temporary license has been
$10.00. A motion is needed for approval. (NO complaints have ever
been received by thisioffice or the Anoka County Sheriff's Office.
Item No. 5a - No Parking" Resolutions - MSA Streets
Attached are three (3) resolutions to be adopted and sent to the
S.A. people with the Final Plans and Specifications.
Item No. 5b - Revoke MSA Designation - 170th Lane
Attached is a resolution revoking the MSA Designations for 170th Lane.
Also attached is a resolution to move such designation to 173rd Lane.
These resolutions will be included with the Final Plans & Specifications
being sent to the S.A. people for review.
Agenda Information
July 6, 1982
Page 5
Item No. 5c - Van Quotations
Enclosed are quotations and a memo from Jim Schrantz covering the
purchase. Although the Enterprise Budgets have not been officially
approved for 1982, this item is included; therefore, the motion for
purchase should also include a statement that funding will be from
the Enterprise Funds.
Item No. 5d - Truck Quotations
Jim Schrantz has been working on these, but as of 7/1 has a few
additions to make. This truck would be purchased through Equipment
Bonds as was done with the 1980 Truck. The first payment on the
bonds would not be due until mid to late 1983. A resolution is prepared.
Item NO. 6a - Fire Department Contract
This is basically the same Contract approved two years ago. Some of
the wording has been changed to reduce the length of the document, as
has the manner of signatures. The previous Contract required the
signatures of the Mayor and Clerk of all municipalities involved on
the same document. This alone, constituted approximately 5 pages.
The Contract has been forwarded to Mr. Hawkins for his review. He
will comment at the meeting.
Item No. 7 - Approval of Minutes
June 10, June 15, 1982
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - JULY 6, 1982
MH.U I ES
The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by
Mayor Jerry Windschitl on July 7, 1982, 7:30 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685
Crosstown Boulevard NW, Anoka, Minnesota.
Councilmen present: Jacobson, Lachinski, Orttel, Peach
Councilmen absent: None
A lso present: City Attorney, William G. Hawkins; City Engineer, James
Schrantz; Planning and Zoning Chairperson, d'Arcy Bosell;
City Clerk, P. K. Lindquist; and others
RESIDENT FORUM
Mr. Mucciacciaro, 15931 Vintage - asked why the City would not fix the end of his
drlveway approach which was requested by the City Engineer. He stated the part of
the driveway which belongs to the City has sunk down 2\ inches, which creates a big
puddle of water there most of the time and does not drain off. The Engineer was
there, took pictures, has seen the water, and recommended to the Council that it be
repaired. The assessment has been paid, and he felt his problem should,be fixed.
It was patched over a year ago, but that did not solve the problem. He fe 1t the
standing water is going to ruin the end of his driveway, and he didn't want to stand
the cost of repairing it in the future. He was also bothered that the people up the
street with two driveways had one of them with a similiar situation repaired, but he
cannot get his one driveway repaired. Council discussion was that when this item was
before them and prepared by the Engineer along with a list of others some time ago,
it may have been turned down because the Council did not fully understand the problem.
Mr. Schrantz felt the best way to solve the problem would be to cut it out and put
more in there. The Engineer was directed to prepare a report on the solution of
Mr. Mucciacciaro's problem and a cost estimate for repairing it for the next Council
meeting.
AGENDA APPROVAL
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Jacobson, that we approve the Agenda as published with
the deletion of Item 4h and Item 4q. Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Peach, that we suspend the rules. Motion carried
unanimous ly.
G. ANDERSON - VARIANCE
Chairman Bosell reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to approve the
variance request to leave an existing playhouse/storage shed approximately 20 feet
in front of the principal structure. She also noted that their comment that a
hardship created due to topography should be deleted because no such hardship is
created.
Ron Smith, 14942 Evergreen - couldn't understand why there is a charge of $40 for
an 8xlO' little shed because there is a slab underneath it.
Chairman Bosell stated this was discovered by the Building Inspector. The slab was
placed there first in conjunction with the apron of the garage. The Commission
wrestled with the question of why it came to them except that the building is on a
concrete slab.
MOTION by Peach, Seconded by Orttel, that Mr. Gary Anderson be refunded his $40 because
this matter does not need a variance. DISCUSSION: Councilman Peach felt it was a
portable shed and not a permanent building; therefore no variance is needed. Council-
man Orttel thought the City would encourage these portable buildings to have concrete
slabs under them, as they become a mess in turbulent weather if they are not anchored.
Regular City Council Meeting
July 6, 1982 - Minutes
Page 2
(G. Anderson - Variance, Continued)
Attorney Hawkins stated there is nothing in the definition in the ordinance that
talks about whether or not the regulations apply to permanent or temporary structures.
If a building permit is not required, he didn't know why a variance would be
applicable. He felt the intent of the ordinance applies to permanent structures.
Motion carried unanimously.
E. FIELDS - REZONING
Chairman Bosell reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation of approval of the
request of Mr. Fields for rezoning certain properties from R-l to AgP. Discussion was
also on some of the parcels requested for the rezoning, clarifying their location and
exactly what is included. It was also noted that the publication of the map will not
take place until October and will include all rezonings to AgP at that time.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Peach, a Resolution approving a Rezoning request of
Edward F. Fields to rezone from R-l to Agricultural Preserve as presented by the City
Clerk. (See Resolution RSO-82) Motion carried unanimously.
L. MILLS - SPECIAL USE PERMIT
Mayor Windschitl noted concern has been expressed by residents in Meadowood over the
restrictive convenant in the area and whether or not that would restrict home
businesses in that development. Attorney Hawkins advised that restrictive convenants
are a contractural situation between the developer and the owners of the property to
which the adjacent property also derives benefit and has the authority to enforce.
The City is not a party to those convenants and does not have the authority to enforce
them. In reviewing the application, he felt the City can only follow the standards
and criteria found in the zoning ordinance. If someone in the neighborhood feels there
is a violation of the restrictive convenant, they do have the right to enforce it and
get a determination through a civil suit.
Chairman Bosell reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to approve the
Special Use Permit for Mrs. Mills to have a one-chair beauty shop in her home at .
4471 l48th Lane NW, feeling the criteria of the Ordinance 8Q has been met. In
discussion with the Council, she explained a one-chair shop means one operator. That
operator can have two shampoo chairs and two or three dryer chairs, but there can only
be one hydraulic chair to work on. Council expressed concern over the amount of
traffic through the neighborhood that will be generated from the business, asked the
number of people that would be in the shop at one time, and the number of additional
cars daily there would be.
Linda Mills, 4471 l48th Lane - stated she can only do two people at one time. Because
there lS no reception area, the additional shampoo and dryer chairs would also be
used for those customers waiting or for the person being timed during a permanent, etc.
There will be only one hydraulic chair and only one operator in the shop. She
estimated the traffic to be approximately two cars every 2~ hours or so, but that
depends on the type of work done, and every day would be inconsistent.
George Lobb, 14410 Quinn Drive - is a barber and felt the questions being asked of how
many people she can do, etc., are totally unfair, though he realized the concern over .
the vehicle traffic created. A one-chair business means only one operator, one person
working. It is immaterial how many people are under the dryer, as long as it is just
one operator. He felt the State Beauty Board would license this shop as a one-chair
shop, but the operator can be doing two or three different services at the same time.
He didn't feel there would be that much vehicle traffic there. Even though he was on
the Commission when this was set up and he is opposed to it, he felt the questions
asked of Mrs. Mills are infringing on her privacy.
Regular City Council Meeting
July 6, 1982 - Minutes
Page 3
(L. Mills - Special Use Permit, Continued)
Ron Alto, 14832 County Road 7 - has the largest parcel in Meadowood Addition and
would be affected most by any traffic as one of their driveways is just before Mrs.
Mi 11' s. With the amount of traffic and the good highway going by, his wife and he
are both in favor of this request.as long as it meets all the ordinances ana codes.
And apparently that is so. There is adequate off-street parking, and they see no
problem with traffic. Plus traffic will be during the day when there is very little
other traffic through the area,and the shop will only be open three days a week.
Kathleen Meier, 4480 l48th Lane NW - is directly across the street from Linda Mills,
and she and her husband have-n~jections to her opening this beauty shop. They
don't feel it will add any more traffic. There are no houses between Seventh Avenue
and her on that side of the road, and they would leave via Seventh Avenue as well.
So they do not feel there would be any disruption of day-to-day living.
Councilman Peach stated Doug Anderson, 4511 l48th Lane NW, called him this evening
because he is unable to attend the meeting. Mr. Anderson expressed his concern with
the convenant agreement, explained a problem he had with an insurance business next to
his house in Anoka, was concerned about businesses moving into the neighborhood and
setting a precedent, and stated the petition was from people who did not live near
the Mills but as much as four and five blocks away.
The Clerk stated several people called the office in the last two days expressing
concern over the Special Use Permit, but they seemed satisfied knowing that the permit
will be reviewed annually.
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Peach, a Resolution approving the Special Use Permit
requested by Linda Mills for a home beauty shop at 4471 l48th Lane NW as presented,
noting that the City Attorney has reviewed the convenant in the neighborhood and has
indicated that that is an issue between the neighbors and the applicant and not an
issue for the City; and at the end of the NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED paragraph
add "and the Special Use Permit be effective only after construction of the additional
capacity in the private septic system which has been inspected and approved by the
City Building Official." (See Resolution R5l-82) DISCUSSION: Mr. Alto was in favor
of the fact that the Special Use Permit would not be transferred to new owners if the
Mills decide to sell the house. He felt that protects the neighbors as well. ~10t ion
carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO.8 AMENDMENT - RETAIL SALES IN LI DISTRICT
Chairman Bosell reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to adopt the
ordinance change to allow retail sales in LI districts. Attorney Hawkins stated
that if retail businesses existed prior to the zoning LI in an area, they would be
grandfathered in. But if they were established following the zoning to LI, he felt
they could be required to come in for a special use permit for retail sales.
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Orttel, introducing an Ordinance amending Ordinance
No.8, known as the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Andover as prsented (Amending
Section 5.03, B. Criteria for Granting Special Use Permits and Section 7.03, Special
Uses) Motion carried unanimously.
F. PADULA - SPECIAL USE PERMIT
Chairman Bosell reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to approve the
Special Use Permit of Frank Padula to sell cheese and other deli products from a
building attached to the existing liquor store structure. She understands that
Mr. Padula has completed the Commission's request for additional information.
Regular City Council Meeting
July 6, 1982 - Minutes
Page 4
(F. Padula - Special Use Permit, Continued)
Frank Padula - stated he intends to blacktop the parking lot in front of the building.
He does not plan to stay open on Sunday. Also, it is only a take-out operation and
not for consumption on the premises, although he felt that could be a reasonable use
at some time if the demand is there. Council noted that consumption on the premises
would constitute a restaurant, which is not what is being dealt with this evening.
Karen SChelberå' 16135 Vint~ - stated two years ago a shopping mall was turned down
in the area an was concerne over this zoning, asking what more will come in. Secondly,
she was concerned with the traffic, feeling it will add additional traffic to their
neighborhood since they are 9/10 of a mile away from the establishment. She also
felt there has been an increase in litter and traffic since JJ's Liquor Store has been
open with motor bikes not stopping for the stop signs, etc. She stated there are other
neighbors who are opposed to this but are not here because they feel the Council will
do what it wants anyway and that they do not have a voice in the matter. Council
noted the rezoning in that area several years a90 was denied in large part because of
the neighborhood objections.
Mr. Mucciacciaro, 15931 Vintage - has seen a decrease in traffic since the liquor store
has been there, as not everybody comes down Highway 20 to go across to the Tom Thumb
store. He felt such a deli would save gas because ìt will be closer, and he felt
it would not increase traffic any more. He also stated it should be approved and
thought it is a good thing for the community.
David LaFlamme, 16001 Uplander - approximately one mile from JJ's - has not seen any
increase in paper, beer cans, etc., as a result of JJ's establishment. He stated it
is a savings for everybody in the neighborhood and felt the cheese and deli shop would
be a good thing.
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Orttel, that we approve a Special Use Permit for
Frank Padula at the JJ's Bottle Boutique at 3121 l6lst Avenue NW, that the approval is
with the understanding that the special use permit does not include sales for consumption
on the premises; and that the approval is contingent upon completion of the parking
lot as proposed. (See Resolution RS2-82) DISCUSSION: Councilman Jacobson personally
felt it should be on the condition that the shop not be open on Sundays. Others on
the Council felt that that would be too restrictive and that it might be a typical
business that would be open on Sundays for the convenience of the people in the area.
Attorney Hawkins advised that some basis should be established for making such a
condition, such as the traffic conflicting with other traffic, etc. No further
action was taken to restrict operation on Sundays. Motion carried unanimously.
G. PALLUCK - VARIANCE
Chairman Bosell reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation of approval of a
variance request by Gerald Palluck, 17127 Tulip Street NW to build a pole storage
building closer to the property line than the house. She also noted that the
recommendation noted it is on a "non-accepted public road", and that should read
either non-public road or road easement. The building will be constructed in direct
line with the existing garage, so it will not be closer to Tulip than that garage.
The reason they want to put the building in that location is to have the buildings
in a uniform alignment rather than zig-zagging.
MOTION by Peach, Seconded by Orttel, enter a Resolution approving a variance request
for Gerald Pal luck to construct a pole building nearer to the front lot line than
allowed by Ordinance No.8, Section 4.05 on a parcel of land not having frontage on a
public road; change last line of the first WHEREAS to read "such parcel having
frontage on a road easement." (See Resolution R53-82)
VOTE ON MOT! ON: YES-Lachinski, Orttel, Peach, Windschitl; ABSTAIN-Jacobson
Motion carried.
Regular City Council Meeting
July 6, 1982 - Minutes
Page 5
J. SNYDER - VARIANCE
Chairman Bosell reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to approve the
variance request of Mr. Snyder to construct a 46' x 75' pole barn closer to the front
lot line than the principal structure. She noted the building is nearly completely
constructed. It is on a 20-acre parcel with 660 feet of road frontage. There is a
home with attached garage, an accessory building, which is another garage, and this
would be attached to the existing accessory building.
Jerry Snyder - stated he has three horses and did have four cows but did not have space
for them. He also had a lean-to which he has also removed. He is putting this building
up for stalls, storage for hay, and other miscellaneous equipment. He also explained
the drawing presented as to the location of the barn. He has gotten a building
permit for the structure.
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Peach, introducing a Resolution approving the
variance request of Jerry Snyder to construct a metal horse barn closer to the front
lot line than the principal structure at 4915 l59th Avenue, Plat 65986, Parcel 7200, as
presented. (See Resolution RS4-82) Motion carried unanimously.
Council discussion was again on the justification of the ordinance requirement of
not allowing construction of accessory buildings closer to the front lot line than the
principal structure, especially in the R-l area. Several on the Council expressed
a willingness to have the Planning Commission review that matter again, feeling such
restriction on the large lots in the R-l zoning may not be necessary. Councilman
Lachinski also questioned whether those requests for this µarticular variance that
have been denied in the past should be reviewed again.
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Peach, to refer the matter of accessory buildings
being built closer to the front lot line back to the Planning and Zoning Commission
for reconsideration for at least in the R-l zoning and Agriculture use property.
VOTE ON MOTION: YES-Lachinski, Orttel, Peach, Windschitl; NO-Jacobson
Motion carried.
ORDINANCE NO. 8 AMENDMENT~~NGLE FAMILY HOMES W/APARTMENTS
Chairman Bosell reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to adopt an
amendment to Ordinance 8, Sections 5.03 and 7.03 to allow for single family homes with
apartments in R-3 and R-4 districts. She stated this type of thing is already
occurring in the community, and it is felt it is a housing trend at this time. So
rather than not allowing them, it was felt some criteria should be established to be
sure when such conversions occur, there is safety. The change requires a separate
ingress/egress be provided and the principal structure must be occupied by the owner.
Council discussion was why it should be limited to the urban area but rather expanded
to include R-l areas as well. Chairman Bosell felt it could be made applicable to the
R-l area, but the septic system would have to comply with Ordinance 37.
Frank Stone, Public Works, stated usually two stubs are required for such homes, and
that to convert it would mean tearing up what is there and installing an additional
stub. Councilman Peach stated the reason for two stubs is if there is a problem, the
liability can be fixed. If the building is owner-occupied, the owner would assume the
liability for any problem with the sewer system. Mr. Stone felt the service line
would also have to be increased.
Councilman Orttel stated the problem also exists in the rural area, noting he knows of
a community that requires the lot to meet two times the minimum livability area required.
He didn't know if that would be reasonable or not, but that should also be watched
closely.
Regular City Council Meeting
July 6, 1982 - Minutes
Page 6
(Ordinance No.8 Amendment - Single Family Homes W/Apartments, Continued)
Mayor Windschitl questioned if this is something that can be practically done in the
City and felt a proposal must be presented as to how the sewer problem will be
contro lled.
Councilman Jacobson took issue with the Planning Commission's comment that the reason
for the amendment is to fall in line with the current housing trends to provide
affordable temporary housing. He felt the City needs to be looking into the future,
and the City will be nothing but junk if houses are allowed to be smaller, cheaper,
smaller lots, etc. And are a lot of dual rental units wanted in the City twenty years
from now. He felt if there is a problem, the existing ordinance covers it, that is a
single-family home with an apartment is not allowed. He felt this problem is a
short-term thing. He is generally against the amendment.
Councilman Lachinski felt that the fact that the building must be owner-occupied
would be significant for general acceptance by the neighborhood. Councilman Orttel
didn't believe this is a temporary trend because the family unit is changing. Also,
as the City gets older, tne average age wi 11 increase where people do not have children
in the home any more, resulting in one- and two-person households. And because Andover
requires larger houses than other cities, it makes the problem that much more ridiculous,
as it creates one or two people living in a l200-foot house instead of a smaller one.
Council agreed to table the matter and to have the City staff make a proposal as to
how the sanitary sewer issue can be controlled.
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Jacobson, that we table the matter of Ordinance No.8,
Sectlons 5.03 and 7.03 amendments to the next regularly scheduled meeting to allow the
City staff to provide review and comments on the proposal. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE ND. 28 AMENDMENT - INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS/OFF-SALE, ON-SALE NON-INTOXICATING
LIQUOR LICENSES
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Orttel, introducing an Ordinance amending Ordinance 28,
an ordinance licensing and regulating the sale and consumption of non-intoxicating malt
liquor and providing penalty for the violation thereof as presented by the City Clerk.
Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 10 AMENDMENT - SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Peach, that we refer the matter of new legislation
covering subdivision requirements and city authority to the Planning and Zoning
Commission for review. Motion carried unanimously.
Rß~ess at 9:00; reconvene at 9:12 p.m.
PROJECT 82-7 - RUSSELL/STACK ADDITION STREETS/ORDER PUBLIC HEARING
Mr. Schrantz explained the feasibility report looks at graveling and blacktopping l6Sth
plus the entire Stack Addition. The lots within Stack Addition are approximately 200
feet in width. They estimated 14 lots could be developed along l6Sth Avenue with an
average frontage of 300 feet. This results in an estimated 90 units which would be
assessed at a rate or $2,820 per unit. The width of the typical street within Stack
Addition would be approximately 22 feet, which is less than the City's standard.
Construction on l65th would be the normal 32-foot street section with two inches of
bituminous. The proposal would be to construct a two-foot bituminous driveway apron
and allow the individual property owner to decide if they want additional work to the
property line at an additional cost. Mr. Schrantz estimated the driveway would add $400
to $500 to the assessment depending on its width. The reason it is proposed in this
Regular City Council Meeting
July 6, 1982 - Minutes
Page 7
(Project 82-7 - Russell/Stack Addition Streets/Order Public Hearing, Continued)
fashion is because of the varying number of driveway widths and the varying degrees
of completion of driveways within the development. This also provides a flexibility
of width to the property owner. Mr. Schrantz also noted some determination must be
made on the buildability of some of the lots.
Councilman Orttel expressed concern at the large assessment against the Russell
property along l65th, as that is quite a burden and the only way to recover it is to
sell the property. So in a sense the City is forcing development in there.
Mary Russell - asked who bought the matter up. She stated someone went around with a
petitlon and misrepresented it, citing several methods used to get people to sign in
favor. She stated they put gravel on the road and paid for it years ago. She stated
they do not intend to sell the farm to pay for the road, and they do not want to have
to put a lien against it just for the road. She also stated they have absolutely no
intention of developing the property. She felt the City is doing it backwards by doing
all the checking and feasibility before the public hearings. She also stated Andover
should use the tax money to maintain the road as nothing has been done since they
graveled it. Mayor Windschitl explained the public hearing procedure and the petition
brought before the Council. Councilman Lachinski noted the City has tried to keep
City taxes low but does not pay for road improvements either, assessing such projects
100 percent.
John Autenstrier, 5230 l63rd Lane - the first time the petition came around it was
Just with the ldea of looking at the cost. He personally felt that with the high
interest rates today, the road is paid for time and time again before the assessment
is finally paid off. He asked how the engineers arrived at 300-foot lots along l6Sth.
(Mr. Schrantz explained that is the typical frontage on 2~-acre lots. Because the
lots are smaller in Stacks Addition, they are somewhat subsidizing l6Sth.)
Mr. Autenstrier - stated with today's economy and high interest rates, it wouldn't
take long before the interest alone on a $53,000 assessment along l6Sth would become
more than the land itself is worth. He stated the City should be trying to preserve
the farm land in the community. Mr. Autenstrier asked several questions relating
to the maintenance of l65th, and generally felt it should be graded on a more regular
basis. With better maintenance, l6Sth would not be a problem and would not need to be
improved. He also felt some costs should be presented in that respect. He stated it is
a poor time to be doing such a project. (Mr. Schrantz guessed l6Sth had been bladed
five to six times this year but that blading is only effective after a rain. All
primary roads are bladed after a rain.)
Bob Andrews, 16360 Zuni - stated he signed the petition, being told it was to find out
how much lt would cost to improve the road. He stated his main concern is that he has
spent a lot of money on his vehicles because of the bumps in the road. He explained
the figures he had heard previously of $50,000 to upgrade l6Sth would mean approximately
$2,000 per house in the development. And that is more than he would want to spend.
This evening he learned this was being discussed at this meeting, expressed frustration
of not knowing what has been going on, and that a minority of people in the neighborhood
can get something accepted that personally affects him financially. (Mayor Windschitl
explained the public hearing procedure, noting residents will have an opportunity to
express their opinions, bring in additional petitions, etc., at a public hearing if it
is ordered.)
Mr. Andrews - noted there are a lot of young children in the neighborhood. He has no
intention nor would he like to see blacktop within the neighborhood itself. As long as
the roads are graded, there is no problem. Traffic moves quick enough now through the
area. He felt l6Sth is going to become a drag strip as the kids grow up. He also
Regular City Council Meeting
July 6, 1982 - Minutes
Page 8
(Project 82-7 - Russell/Stack Addition Streets/Order Public Hearing, Continued)
expressed opposition to inflicting such a large assessment against a man who has
lived there for years (referring to Mr. Russell). He felt if anything is going to
be done to l6Sth, everyone in the neighborhood should share equally in the improvement.
Jim Sturgeon, 16555 Yakima - stated he was asked to take around the petition to a
certain area, but it doesn't mean he is for or against the road. He's interested
in looKing into it. He didn't think they misrepresented themselves for the petition,
saying it was to look into the improvement and that they would have a voice later. He
thought most of the people felt it was time to look into it again because there is
more traffic in the area now because of more cars per household in the neighborhood.
If the cost is too high, he can't afford it either. Attached to the petition was a
diagram of what the road would look like, which has since been changed to conform to
the existing roadway. The biggest problem is l6Sth. He stated he would have no
objection to helping pay for it providing if someday the land was developed those
lots would then pick up some of the cost. (Councilman Lachinski felt the proposal
is the most logical method of paying for the road but it is not the only possibility.
If the neighborhood would have other ideas and could reach some agreement, the
Council would be willing to hear it.)
Mr. Autenstrier - felt the costs for various alternatives could also be broken out for
the publlC hearing such as .what it would cost for oil, class 5, and maintenance on l6Sth
on a higher priority. He also asked if it could be assessed on a usage basis rather
than unit basis, such as by the number of vehicles or drivers in a family.
Mrs. Russell - again stated she does not want a lien against the land and that they have
no intention of subdiving the land because it is farmland.
Discussion was on alternative methods of paying for l6Sth, with some of the Council
generally feeling the assessment for l6Sth against the one property owner is excessive.
A suggestion was to have those lots in Stack Addition pay for the assessment equally
and do l6Sth only, which would amount to approximately $),000 per lot. Or if the
lots in Stack Addition would pay for doing l6Sth plus their Addition and not assess
anything against the Russell property, the unit cost would be approximately $3,180.
The Attorney advised that the standard is the assessment against a lot must not
exceed the increased market value of the lot.
Council discussion was on whether or not a public hearing should be ordered at this
time, noting petitions both for and against the project can be presented at the time
of a public hearing. Councilman Peach felt with the opposition of the 14 units of
Russell's, less than 50 percent of the residents are in favor of the project and that
no public hearing be set at this time unless the residents present alternatives agreed
upon by the majority.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Lachinski, introducing a Resolution accepting the
feasibility report and setting the public hearing for the improvement of Project 82-7
as presented with the public hearing date being set for 7:30 p.m., the first regularly
scheduled meeting day of the City Council in the month of August. (See Resolution RSS-82)
DISCUSSION: Councilman Lachinski suggested the engineers specify costs for the two
alternatives for assessing the project, that is if the lots in Stack Addition would
incur the costs of l6Sth and the other if they would incur the costs for l6Sth only and
not construct blacktop within the Addition itself.
VOTE ON MOTION: YES-Jacobson, Lachinski, Orttel, Windschitl; NO-Peach
Motion carried.
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July 6, 1982 - Minutes
Page 9
PROJECT 82-8 - WOODRIDGE ACRES, SHADY KNOLL, THE OAKS/SANITARY SEWER AND STREETS -
ORDER PUBLIC HEARING
(Because Mayor Windschitl is directly affected by the project, he stepped down to the
audience at this time. Acting Mayor Orttel conducted this portion of the meeting.)
Council noted the petition received from the Shady Knoll area.
Mayor Windschitl - stated the signature on the petition is that of his wife and it
represents all the property he owns within the proposed project area.
Mr. Schumacher of TKDA reviewed the feasibility report. Because of the late date, he
asked that any change or information desired by the Council be brought out this evening
so it can be incorporated at the public hearing. Should additional hearings be required,
it would i,n all probability delay the construction of the project to next year. He
reviewed the proposal based on total gravity service plus the other options of lift
stations. Because of the operation costs of lift stations, the cost for the trunk
installation for that option becomes higher than for the total gravity service.
Relative to the installation of the laterals, Alternative A for gravity service is
the highest at $23/foot because it has the deepest lines. Alternate B is $20/foot
for laterals, and Alternate C is estimated at $22/foot for laterals. They have based
their feasibility report on total gravity service. Mr. Schumacher also stated that the
time schedule on this project is being really stretched and there is no guarantee it will
be completed this year. However, he felt project costs may be better if it is bid as
soon as possible.
Discussion was on the potential service area of the total gravity service and the
lift station options. It was noted that the total cost for the trunk is estimated
to be $344,070, but only approximately $96,000 will be assessed as determined by
the acreage in the service area times $670 per area, which is the established trunk
sewer assessment. Mr. Schumacher explained the total trunk costs can be reduced by
staying out of the county road as much as possible and by cutting back the ultimate
service area and reducing the size of the trunk in this project. Council expressed
concern over the large difference between actual trunk cost and the amount that would
be recovered by assessment in the project, as the City would then have to carry the
difference which is a considerable burden to the City.
There was then a lengthy discussion over establishing an ultimate service area to reduce
the trunk size and to lower the trunk costs of the project. The buildability of the
open property between Crosstown Boulevard and the landfill was questioned, feeling
the PCA or other regulatory agencies may require some buffering between the landfill
and any development. It was questioned whether or not wells would be allowed in that area;
however, it was also stated that deep wells have not been affected by leachate from the
landfill. Mr. Schumacher noted that particular parcel is in green acres and consists
of 44 acres and that area will not affect the lateral costs. Mayor Windschitl noted
it would be possible to not assess it at this time but do so at the tlme it would be
developed. Because the per-acre trunk assessment is indexed annually, the City would
eventually collect that money. However, it would mean the City would have to carry
that amount until it is assessed. Mr. Schumacher recommended assessing anything within
the boundary that is assessable. They can take off a buffer area adjacent to the land-
fill from the assessment.
George Lobb - advised that there are some very serious problems with septic systems in
his area, that it is important that this project be done, and that something be worked
out to bring the trunk extension costs down to a satisfactory figure. He also felt
it would be acceptable to blacktop next year if the sanitary sewer is put in this fall.
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July 6, 1982 - Minutes
Page 10
(Project 82-8, Continued)
After further discussion the Council agreed to proceed but directed the engineers
to estimate the extension of the trunk line cost with as much as possible done outside
of the county road, to provide a buffer area adjacent to the landfill which would
then not be assessable, and to reduce the ultimate service area down to the project
area only which in turn would mean a reduction in the size of the trunk line and re-
duction in trunk costs.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Lachinski, to accept the feasibility report for
ProJect 82-8A which includes Woodridge Acres, Shady Knoll and the Oaks Additions as
presented, and set a public hearing on the project for Wednesday, the 28th of July,
and we authorize the firm of TKDA to look at the feasibility report again and come
up with the figures as to the cost for the trunk to service only the area indicated
within the boundaries of what they call Alternate A or Map 1 on the feasibility report.
(See Resolution RS6-82) DISCUSSION: Councilman Lachinski stated he is also looking
for a cost per serviceable unit or how much will it really cost the City for the
trunk, and how mpny acres could the line potentially serve in the future as proposed.
Motion carried unanimously.
(Mayor Windschitl chaired the remainder of the meeting.)
FIRE DEPARTMENT CONTRACT
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Peach, introducing a Resolution authorizing joint and
cooperate agreement for use of fire personnel and equipment -- North Suburban Regional
Mutual Aid Association as presented by the Fire Chief and direct the Mayor and Clerk
to sign whatever documents are necessary. (See Resolution RS7-82) Motion carried
unanimous ly.
Fire Chief Frank Stone stated the fire fighters have been playing waterball with other
Departments and asked permission to set up the wire and poles in the City Hall parking
lot. Council generally had no problem with it but felt the poles should either be
placed outside the tar or some type of removable pole be used. The Chief was asked
to bring back a more specific proposal for Council consideration.
Chief Stone also informed the Council that LeRoy Walkner is the new EMS coordinator
for the rescue unit.
MUNICIPAL STATI-AlQ PROJECTS - ORDER ADVERTISEMENT/BIDS
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by jacobson, a Resolution approving final plans and
specifications and ordering advertisement for bids for Project No. MSA 82-3, 4, 5,
bituminous streets for lS7th Avenue between Prairie Road and Holly Street, l73rd Lane
between Tulip Street and CSAH No.9, and Prairie Road between Andover Boulevard and
the Bridge Approach as prepared. (See Resolution RS8-82) Motion carried unanimously.
ACCEPT PETITION FOR DUST CONTROL - LUND'S ROUND LAKE ESTATES
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Discussion was on the July 2, 1982, memo from Mr. Schrantz relative to the petition for
dust control in Lund's Round Lake Estates.
MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Peach, to accept the petition for dust control in
Lund's Round Lake Estates and direct the City Engineer to respond to the people in
Lund's Round Lake Estates with the costs for upgrading their streets as proposed and
also providing the residents with information as to the cost for blacktop and with
the limits and benefits of each. Motion carried unanimously.
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July 6, 1982 - Minutes
Page 11
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS - SEALCOATING
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MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Peach, that the City approve a temporary on-sale non-
lntoxlcating malt liquor license to the Andover Lions Club for their tournament on
July 24 for a fee of $10.
VOTE ON MOTION: YES-Lachinski, Orttel, Peach, Windschitl; NO-Jacobson
Motion carried.
"NO PARKING" RESOLUTIONS - MSA STREETS
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Lachinski, introducing Resolutions approving an agreement
relating to parking restrictions on Prairie Road from l43rd Avenue NW to Andover
Boulevard, lS7th Avenue from Prairie Road to· Holly Street, and l73rd Lane NW from
Round Lake Boulevard to Tulip Street as presented in three Resolutions by the City
Clerk. (See Resolutions R60-82, R6l-82, and R62-82) Motion carried unanimously.
REVOKE DESIGNATION - MSA - l70TH LANE NW/DESIGNATE l73RD LANE
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Lachinski, enter a Resolution revoking Municipal
State Aid Street l70th Lane NW from Tulip Street to CSAH 9 as presented by the City
Clerk. (See Resolution R63-82) Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Lachinski, a Resolution establishing Municipal State
Ald Street of l73rd Lane NW from Tulip Street to CSAH 9 as presented by the City Clerk.
(See Resolution R64-82) Motion carried unanimously.
VAN QUOTATIONS/TRUNK SPECIFICATIONS
Because the source of funding for the van was questioned and because the enterprise
budget has not yet been approved by the Council, it was agreed to discuss the item
at the next special council meeting on July 14 following the Junkyard public hearing.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Jacobson, that we continue Items Sc and Sd, trunk
quotations/van quotations to the special meeting scheduled for the date of July 14,
and also the Minutes. Motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS
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MOTION by Peach, Seconded by Orttel, approval of Checks Numbers SD27 through 5065
excluaing Check 5029 for a total of $319,349.79. Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Jacobsnn, Seconded by Lachinski, approval of Check 5029 to the Andover
tlrëTTghters Relief Association for $4,500.
VOTE ON MOTION: YES-Jacobson, Lachinski, Orttel, Windschitl; ABSTAIN-Peach
Motion carried.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Lachinski, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 11:24 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Mar e11a A. Peach
Reco ing Secretary
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - JULY 6, 1982
MINUTES - CORRECTION
Page 11:
The following was inadvertly left out of the submitted copy of the July 6, 1982,
Minutes and should be added to the top of Page 11 following the title, PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS - SEALCOATING:
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MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Jacobson, that we approve the Plans and Specifications
and authorize the City Engineer to advertise for bids for the completion of the
sealcoating project in 1982 as presented in his report dated 7-2-82. (See
Resolution R59-82) Motion carried unanimously.
TEMPORARY ON-SALE NON-INTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSE/ANDOVER LIONS CLUB
(Minutes to continue with First Motion on Page 11 as submitted.)
Respectfully submitted,
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Marce la A. Peach
Recordlng Secretary