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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC May 6, 1986 CITY of ANDOVER REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING-MAY 6, 1986-AGENDA 7:30 P.M. 1. Call to Order 2. Resident Forum 3. Agenda Approval 4. Board of Review, Cont. 5. Discussion Items a. Petition for traffic signal/Round Lake Blvd. & 140th Lane b. Andover Blvd. WM & SS Estimated Costs c. Wm. Batson-Waiver of Platting Requirements d. Round Barn Special Use Permit e. Goodridge Acres Preliminary Plat f. T. Emmerich-Waiver of Platting Requirements g. Hidden Creek Final Plat 1. Development Contract h. Woodland Meadows Sketch Plan i. Woodland Terrace 5th Addition Sketch Plan j. Esther Olson Revised Sketch Plan k. Land Purchase RECESS 6. Non-Discussion Items a. Resolution Approving Transfer of Ownership/ Group W Cable b. Accept Easements-85-8 c. Declare Adequacy of Petitions 1. 164th Lane 2 . 154th Lane 3. Hidden Creek 3rd Addition 4. Woodland Terrace 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5. Crosstown Blvd/139th to 140th d. Chamber Resolution/116 Bridge 7 . Staff, Commission, Committee a. Public Works 1. Purchase Base Radio 2. Purchase used vehicle for water truck 3 . Purchase Flail Mower 4 . Sickle Bar Mower Purchase 5 . Box Scraper Purchase b. Staff 1. Request for work session c. Fire Department 1. Mutual Aid Agreement/Oak Grove 2. Resolutton/Dtsposition of Oþsolete Equipment 3 . NW Statl0n Slte Recommendatl0n 8 . Approval of Claims 9 . Approval of Minutes 10. Adjournment CITY of ANDOVER REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - MAY 6, 1986 MINUTES A Regular Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by Mayor Jerry Windschit1 on May 6, 1986, 7:30 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Councilmen present: Elling, Knight (arrived at 7:48 p.m.), Lachinski, Orttel Councilmen absent: None Also present: William G. Hawkins, City Attorney; James Schrantz, City Administrator/Engineer; Larry Johnson, City Clerk/Treasurer; and others. AGENDA APPROVAL The following additions to the Agenda were recommended: 51, Anoka County Drainage Legislation; 5m, Red Oaks Wells; and 6e, Bond Resolution. MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Orttel, that we accept the Agenda as amended. ~10tion carrled on a 4-Yes, I-Absent (Knight) vote. BOARD OF REVIEW CONTINUED Michael Reep, Appraiser from Anoka County Assessor's Office, was present. Council reviewed the April 30, 1986, letter from Mr. Reep noting the recommendations. Sandra Larson - 10 32 24 23 0010 Ms. Larson stated the appraiser did come out and re-evaluated their house, but she feels it is still too high. She checked with two realtors, who said the most they could get for their property would be $135,000. The estimated market value being recommended is $122,100. However, in checking with the neighbors, that is not a very wide spread. A neighbor whose estimated market value was $112,000 sold their house for $148,000 in 1984. She wondered why there was such a difference. She also stated the house is not finished, as the woodwork needs finishing, closets, yard work, etc. Mr. Reep stated he valued the house as being complete, as the work yet to be finished is not noticeable and amounts to only a fraction of the percentage of completion. The basic difference in valuation between the Larson's and the neighbor's is the fact that the Larsons have an extra garage, which has been valued at $8,900. Otherwise the houses are comparable in size and grade. Mr. Reep felt the selling price of the neighboring house was quite high in comparsion to what other houses are being sold for. Mr. Reep explained he lowered the market value by $10,000 because he found the garage was not completed. Council felt they had no basis to change the valuation from what has been proposed but recommended Ms. Larson pursue the matter further through the County Board of Review if she so desires. I MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Orttel, that we reduce the Victor and Dianne Kretsch property to $65,490; the Daniel and Janet Skwarch property reduced to $96,000; and Arden and Sandra Larson property be reduced to $122,100 for the 1986 assessment and close the Board of Review. Motion carried on a 4-Yes, I-Absent (Knight) vote. PETITION FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL/ROUND LAKE BOULEVARD & 140TH LANE Steve Mike1sund, 3617 140th Lane - explained the reason for the petition with 127 signatures is within the last six months they have been living there, they have Regular City Council Meeting May 6, 1986 - Minutes: Page 2 (Petition for Traffic Signal/Round Lake Boulevard & 140th Lane, Continued) witnessed three traffic accidents in that vicinity. Because of the turning at Bill's Superette and the liquor store, plus the speed limit of 45 mph isn't followed that closely, he felt it is potentially a very dangerous intersection. They would like a traffic signal placed at that intersection. He took the petition to Bill's Superette, where it was left on the counter for a week. Signatures of people from outside the city shows that the area is frequented by people from outside the city as well. (Councilman Knight arrived at this time. 7:48 p.m.) MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Elling, that we refer the request for determination of the intersection of Round Lake Boulevard and 140th meets warrants for signalization. Motion carried unanimously. ANDOVER BOULEVARD/WATERMAIN & SANITARY SEWER ESTIMATED COSTS Carol Christo~herson, 1703 Andover Boulevard - explained this was only a request for when those utl11tles are aval1ab1e, not an lndication that the people want it. She personally was not in a hurry to get serviced with municiap1 utilities. She has 2\ acres with her house in the middle of the property, feeling it would not be sub- dividable. Mr. Schrantz reviewed the report from TKDA indicating the costs for both municipal water and sanitary sewer as well as the costs for private well and septic system construction. He also noted the assessments would probably be over 20 years for sanitary sewer; and Ms. Christopherson's lot would be charged connection charges for only as many lots as could be split off the parcel. Council discussion with those present also noted that it is questionable when sanitary sewer could be made available to this area because of the difficulty and cost of getting the line across Coon Creek, because of the location of the sewer stub at the moment and having to bring it past undeveloped land to get there, and because of the approval needed by the Metropolitan Council and WasteWater Management Board to include this in the MUSA area prior to 1990. Ms. Christopherson - asked if the testing of wells is being continued and what happens if a well is foüñd to be contaminated. Council noted testing is done ,on a regular basis. The question of the generators of the landfill providing municipal water in the event of well contamination has been removed from consideration as a remedial action for the landfill. And the possibility of obtaining grant funds for that purpose is not promising. Probably the only recourse at this time for the property owners in the event of a contaminated well would be for them to bring legal action against the generators. Mr. Hupp - asked where the trunk system would be coming from and would it be cheaper to have the water put in now while the contractors are working so close to the area. Council noted the trunk lines could come from either Crosstown Boulevard or possibly Hanson Boulevard. A public hearing to provide utilities to the Hanson Boulevard area is scheduled for the end of May. It would be easier to run water to this area than sanitary sewer. But the contractors working along Bunker Lake Boulevard now will have completed the project before the procedure could be completed :to begin the improvements in this area. Residents asked about subdividing property once the utilities are in. Council discussion noted the R-3 zone would be able to subdivide to 100x200-foot lots; R-4 to 85-foot frontage. If only water were put in, the lot would still have to remain at least 39,000 square feet to meet the on-site septic system requirements. Regular City Council Meeting May 6, 1986 - Minutes Page 3 (Andover Boulevard/Watermain & Sanitary Sewer Estimated Costs, continued) Council noted it has been the policy not to extend utilities unless petitioned for by the residents. If those residents along Andover Boulevard would like to pursue the matter, they must present a petition requesting the improvements for Council consideration. WILLIAM BATSON - WAIVER OF PLATTING REQUIREMENTS Planning and Zoning Chairman Don Jacobson reviewed Mr. Batson's request to rearrange the lot lines for property along Bunker Lake Boulevard. The Planning Commission felt the Council could either grant a variance to waive the platting requirements or require him to go back to the Planning Commission and go through the platting process. William Batson - explained the existing lots have 30 feet, 80 feet, and 264 feet of frontage. Over the years he has been given permission to add to both sides of the house, so the building goes onto the other lot. The City has also granted him a junkyard license for the eastern lot. That lot would not change. With the re- arrangement of the lot lines, he would have three legal lots, the same number he has now. In looking at the drawings provided of the lots, Council noted the rearranging of the lot lines actually provides an additional buildable site because it is fully developed as it exists. With the drawi ngs of each parcel on diffedng pages, there was some confusion as to just what was being proposed. Council asked that a "before" and "after" map be provided of the area in question to simplify the matter. Also, several Councilmen indicated a desire to view the property as well. I t was then agreed that the best procedure would be to have the area replatted. MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Elling, that we refer to the Planning and Zoning Commlssion as a review for going through the platting process, and that the monies submitted for the variance be applied to the platting procedure. DISCUSS ION: Council felt a preliminary plat would have to be shown, including the location of the structures and drainage. The engineers can determine if a topography is needed. Motion carried unanimously. ROUND BARN SPECIAL USE PERMIT Chairman Jacobson reviewed the Commission's recommendation to approve a special use permit for the Round Barn operation on Bunker Lake Boulevard subject to several stipulations. Cathy Ado1fson, one of three partners in the business - stated they have no problems wlth the proposal. She asked who is responsible for the stop sign that is to be placed on their driveway. Council noted IInorma lly developers pay for the signs, but the City can install it for a fee. Fire Chief Bob Palmer - stated he and the Building Inspector inspected the property thlS evenlng, 11stlng several modifications to be made: 1) have a ramp at the entrance for the handicapped; 2) exit sign and lighting on the north door of the building; 3) fire extinquisher by the north door; 4) install a walk door on the north end by the old silo room for emergency only; 5) be sure all doors are unlocked during business hours; 6) signing for restrooms; and 7) protector over the ceiling light in the ikitchen over the shelving or move the shelving. Ms. Ado1fson - stated when they first opened they were inspected, though she didn't know who it was. And the only recommendation he had was a lighted exit sign above the door, which was put in. He also said there was no need to have the other doors open during business hours. Regular City Council Meeting May 6, 1986 - Minutes Page 4 (Round Barn Special Use Permit, Continued) Attorney Hawkins advised that to date the zoning ordinance has not been amended to allow this business; there is no basis in the ordinance for granting the special use permit. Council thought that had been referred to the Planning Commission. Chairman Jacobson was unaware of that reference. It was agreed to refer the item of ordinance amendment to the Planning Commission and hold this permit until that amendment can be acted upon. MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Elling, that we request the Planning and Zoning Commission to add to the Zoning Ordinance a classification of commercial or business uses in buildings of special historical significance in the R-4 zone by special use permit. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Elling, to table this special use permit until the ordlnance is amended. Motion carried unanimously. GOODRIDGE ACRES PRELIMINARY PLAT Chairman Jacobson reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to approve the preliminary plat of Goodridge Acres. Council was concerned that an access should be provided to the lot to the west, not wanting to leave a piece of property landlocked. Chairman Jacobson stated the owner of that lot plus the developer both discussed it at the public hearings and mutually decided the road alignment shown would be the best. Council then suggested the possibility of just providing easement to that lot at this time; and should the owner of that'lot, Dick Carson, wish to develop in the future, the street improvement could be done and assessed back to him. It would only be 200 feet of street to the west off Heather. It would also let the people who are buying lots 1 and 2 know there may be a street through there some day. Discussion was then on the proposal to extend Eidelweiss Court from its existing location north to meet Eidelweiss in this plat, to provide for continuity of the street. It was felt that if this is going to be done, it should be done now as the plat is being developed. However, the developer cannot work outside the plat, so the City would have to construct the portion of Eidelweiss, questioning who would pay for it. Though it may be a logical thing to do, Councilman Orttel felt if the City made a mistake in the past by approving Eidelweiss Court as a cul de sac rather than bringing it north to the property line, the City has to live with that. He didn't feel it was fair to those property owners on the cu1 de sac to now make it a through street. Councilman Lachinski felt if Eide1weiss is not going to connect to Eidelweiss Court to the south, then there is no need to extend it south to the property line, suggesting it be brought back further north and be made into a cu1 de sac as well. For now it was agreed to talk with the prop~rty owners on Eidelweiss Court to see how they would feel about connecting Eidelweiss as a through street. MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Knight, to continue the preliminary plat and direct the City Engineer to talk to the two property owners on Eidelweiss Court about the feasibility of extending Eide1weiss through; continue to the next meeting; also include the Dick Carson property as well to see what he is going to have as a logical use of the property. DISCUSSION: Glen Geving - stated he talked with Mr. Carson over the phone, offering to sell Lot 1 to Mr. Carson, which would give him another 3.2 acres and access to the other lot. But Mr. Carson did not get back to him about.that. At the Planning Commission hearing, Mr. Carson was not interested in having a road provided to that lot. He also stated Regular City Council Meeting May 6, 1986 - Minutes Page 5 (Goodridge Acres Preliminary Plat, Continued) the original design had Eidelweiss as a cu1 de sac and it was redesigned to come down to the property line because of the City Staff and Planning Commission recommendations. Council discussed the two areas of concern in the plat with Mr. Geving. Attorney Hawkins advised providing access to the landlocked parcel now to avoid any problem in the future. The only decision is whether to build the road now or when the owner comes in for a building permit, and whether he would build it or the City build it and assess it back. Mayor Windschitl suggested 25 feet could be taken from both lots to provide an easement to the landlocked lot; and when that lot is to be developed, the road must be brought up to standard and paid for by the owner. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Geving - stated he can't agree with making an easement for Mr. Carson to develop hlS property, feeling he doesn't owe that to Mr. Carson. He stated Mr. Carson can buy the lot and put his own road in for. that property if so desired. Then nothing would have to be taken off Lot 2 for easement. No further Council action was taken at this time. T. EMMERICH - WAIVER OF PLATTING REQUIREMENTS MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, to direct the City Staff to prepare a Resolution to waive the platting requirements on the Emmerich properties as described on the meeting agenda information based on the fact that they will create no additional buildable lots and are shifting lot lines to accommodate a current and proposed construction. (See Resolution R041-86) Motion carriediunanimously. HIDDEN CREEK FINAL PLAT MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Lachinski, that we approve the Final Plat of Hidden Creek Estates as presented subject to the correction of park fees for cash in lieu of land portion of the park dedication of th~p1at, and any escrow amount that is required. (See Resolution R042-86) Motion carried unanimously. WOODLAND MEADOWS SKETCH PLAN Sylvia Britton reviewed the sketch plan of Woodland Meadows east of Verdin in the vicinity of 177th. Mr. Schrantz stated if the City wants an east-west street from the proposed Hanson Boulevard to Round Lake Boulevard, the best location for soils conditions and traffic flow would be 175th Lane. It would be an interior street; not a high-speed MSA road. Mayor Windschitl definitely felt an attempt should be made for an east-west street from the proposed Hanson Boulevard, feeling the very southern portion of the plat would be the most logical location. Mr. Schrantz stated the soils throughout that area just outside the plat are very poor. Other than a need to provide for an east-west alignment through the plat to eventually connect with Hanson Boulevard, Council gave conceptual approval of the sketch plan, noting it must now go before the Planning Commission. WOODLAND TERRACE FIFTH ADDITION SKETCH PLAN Mr. Schrantz explained variances would be needed on all five lots. Council advised that 133rd needs to be constructed. They also suggested the possibility of increasing the size of the two end lots to provide a larger building site. Council gave conceptual approval of the sketch plan, noting it must now go before the Planning and Zoning Commission. Regular City Council Meeting May 6, 1986 - Minutes Page 6 ESTHER OLSON REVISED SKETCH PLAN Ken Gust and Esther Olson - provided copies of a revised sketch plan in the vicinity of 154th and Nightìïïg~in which one U-shaped road is being proposed through the area. No road is proposed to go south, but a road will be provided to the eastern property line. They are proposing 14 lots. Council gave conceptual approval of the sketch plan, noting it must now go before the Planning and Zoning Commission. Council recessed:at 9:56; reconvened at 10:05 p.m. LANa PURCHASE Mayor Windschit1 noted there is a desire by the owner of the property just south of the City Hall site to sell his land to the City. It is approximately 68 acres. Council discussion noted the City will probably need to expand its facilities in the future for either park purposes or additional storage, city hall, etc.; but there was concern over the budgeting of such a purchase because of the budget constraints. Attorney Hawkins advised the longest period of time the City can buy on contract for deed is five years. Any longer period of time, GO bonds must be purchased, which requires a referendum. Council generally felt that would not be along enough period of time, speculating it would be difficult for the City to afford annual payments for anything less than a term of 10 years. It was agreed that Mayor Windschitl and Attorney Hawkins would negotiate with the OWEer of the property regarding financing alternatives, also asking the Clerk to determine where the funding can come from for such la purchase. ANOKA COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMER~E RESOLUTION/116 BRIDGE Mayor Windschitl felt the City of Anoka is not necessarily happy with the 116 proposal as submitted by the County and there is an effort being made to try to get the County to lower the road. Council then discussed the proposed Chamber of Commerce Resolution with Chamber representative Tom Snell. One of Andover's major concerns is that bringing all the traffic across the Rum River from Ramsey, Burns, etc., to the intersection of Round Lake and Bunker Lake Boulevards and to Round Lake Boulevard and highway 10 would create a traffic nightmare for Andover and Coon Rapids. Mr. Snell stated Anoka, Ramsey, and Burns have already passed the Resolution. They made a modification in the Resolution before the Council expressing Andover's concerns. °If there is any other modification the Council would propose, they would be happy to take it to their Board of Directors tomorrow. Mayor Windschitl said the entire traffic flow should be done as a package -- the bridge, the relocation of County 116 and the upgrading of intersections at Round Lake and Bunker Lake Boulevards and at Round Lake and Highway 10. No comprehensive study has ever been done on traffic flow and its effects on the other cities. Plus, a part of this proposal was to have Thurston Avenue in Anoka also carry some of the traffic, and that appears as though it will not happen. If that is the case, it means the volume of traffic through Andover will be significantly higher, questioning if the area can handle it. Further Council discussion noted Anodver is trying to be a good neighbor, but the City must now question what benefits Andover will be receiving from this. What is happening is Andover residents are being asked to help pay for a bond issue to build Regular City Council Meeting May 6, 1986 - Minutes Page 7 (Anoka County Chamber of Commerce Resolution/116 Bridge, Continued) the bridge, and they will also end up paying for improving the Round Lake/Bunker Lake Boulevard intersection. Plus that intersection will become even more conjested, makinig it more difficult for Andover residents to leave/enter the city. Also, the City has never received any report as to what can be expected regarding traffic flow, etc. Mr. Snell stated they talked with the County Engineer when drafting the resolution. This crossing is of major concern for north Anoka County. The EIS study has been completed; and if the project is delayed for very much longer, additional monies will need to be expended to revamp the EIS statement. Their major concern is the safety issue that applies to the school district, which this crossing would alleviate. They have not found any state or federal financing support for the construction of the bridge, so they are proposing to bond for the bridge. Though they realize the benefit to Andover is not the same as to Ramsey and Burns, he felt the bridge will have some benefit to Andover's commercial development, which in turn enhances the tax base of the City. Council questioned whether the project should now be done; or if so, that Andover should be receiving some guarantees from others as to its effects in the City. Otherwise all that is being done is backing Anoka's and Ramsey's conjestion problems to Andover. Bob Dillon - has observed the expansion of the traffic problem in trying to get to the north metro area. He is concerned that there is almost zero state or federal highway construction in Anoka County. Putting in the Rum River bridge without having a river bridge south of County Road 9 and providing a means of north-south traffic will cause major traffic problems. Council then agreed to meet with representatives from Anoka County to address Andover's concerns on the proposal. MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Lachinski, that we set May 14 at 8:30 p.m., to meet with county officials regarding the traffic concerns on the 116 project. Motion carried unanimously. DECLARE ADEQUACY OF PETITIONS/154TH LANE MOTION by Ortte1, Seconded by Elling, to direct the City Staff to have a feasibility report prepared for the construction of the 154th Lane area. (See Resolution R043-86) Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION APPROVING TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP/GROUP W CABLE MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Orttel, approving the transfer of ownership of Group W as presented. (See Resolution R044-86) Motion carried unanimously. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION REPORT -- Chairman Jacobson stated the Commission looked into the matter of 12-inch overhang on roofs. It was difficult to set up criteria as to which house styles would not require such overhang. They finally determined it would be best to leave the ordinance as is and vary from the overhang via variance as was done previously. PUBLIC WORKS - PURCHASE BASE RADIO Public Works Supervisor Frank Stone reviewed the reasons for recommending a desktop contro ller radi 0 and the proposa 1 s from ~10toro 1 a. Regular City Council Meeting May 6, 1986 - Minutes Page 8 (Public Works - Purchase Base Radio, Continued) MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Knight, that we authorize the purchase of Option 2 under Motorla's proposal to increase the City's two-way radio system as proposed. Motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC WORKS - PURCHASE FLAIL MOWER MOTION by Ortte1, Seconded by Elling, that the Council authorize the Public Works Department to purchase a flail mower from Scharber & Sons of Rogers, Minnesota, for the amount of $1634.00; recognize that the one bid from North Branch Ford, North Branch, of $2,225 as being excessive; that the $1634 would be reduced by $400 to recognize the value of trade-in of the current equipment. Motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC WORKS - SICKLE BAR MOWER MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, that we authorize the Public Works Department to transfer from the Budget Item 580, Snow and Ice Removal to the Streets and Highways Budget and allow the purchase of a rotary mower, John Deere Model for a dollar amount of $2,450. Motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC WORKS - BOX SCRAPER Mr. Stone stated there is $1,200 left in the Park budget, requesting permission to purchase a box scraper for $595 to level ba1lfie1ds, parking lots, etc. Council questioned the effectiveness·of box scrapers. It was suggested Mr. Stone check into this further, possibly having a demonstration on the scraper done first. Mr. Stone agreed. PUBLIC WORKS - PURCHASE USED VEHICLE FOR WATER TRUCK Mr. Stene explained he has found a 1980 Volvo truck with djésel engine for $8,500. It has about 100,000 miles on it. To convert this to a water truck would cost another $3,000. There has been $7,000 carried over in the budget for the past two years for a water truck. It has gotten to the point where the City's water truck is no longer safe to drive and something must be done. Council was concerned with purchasing a vehicle that has that many miles already on it. They preferred a three- to six-year old vehicle with approximately 50,000 to 70,000 miles onjt and a tank, preferably a stainless steel one. Council directed the Engineer and Mr. Stone to come back with a proposal of what that would cost. ANDOVER VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT - MUTUAL AID WITH OAK GROVE Fire Chief Bob Palmer recommended entering into a mutual aid agreement with Oak Grove, possibly for a trial period of one year. Council was concerned that Oak Grove does not have enough equipment to reciprocate the assistance. They also did not want this agreement to be in lieu of their contract with the City of Anoka or where Andover would be subsidizing their department. Chief Palmer stated he has informed the Oak Grove Fire Chief of those concerns. It was then agreed to approve the agreement with Oak Grove, but requested Chief Palmer to inform their Chief of Andover's concerns regarding equipment. It was also felt that the agreement can be cancelled with 30 days' notice if Oak Grove does drop its contract with the City of Anoka. MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Lachinski, to approve the Agreement as presented this . (Recriproca1 Fire Service Agreement with Oak Grove) Motion carried evenl ng. unanimously. Regular City Council Meeting May 6, 1986 - Minutes Page 9 ANDOVER VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT - DONATION -- - Chief Pa~mer reported a donation was received from Mr. Stromgren for the Relief Association, asking that it be transferred to that account. MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Lachinski, that the $100 donation from Mr. Stromgren be transferred to the Relief Association General Fund. ~10ti on carri ed unanimously. AVFD - DISPOSITION' OF EQUIPMENT MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Knight, a Resolution allowing the Andover Fire Department to dispose of obsolete equipment either by donation or sale. (See Resolution R045-86) Motion carried unanimously. AVFD - HOSE AND RADIO Firefiqhter Tom May requested approval to purchase hose for the Department for $1,420. They have budgeted $3,000 for this item. MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Elling, that we approve the purchase of hose for the Fire Department in the amount of $1,420 from Clarey's Safety Equipment. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. May stated the bids are due to expire with Motorola for radio equipment on May 15. A radio is needed for the new equipment van, estimating the cost not to exceed $1,500. He asked for permission to bid for that radio. MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, that we authorize the Fire Department to proceed with the bidding for radio equipment for the new equipment van through the radio bid that we have through Motorola prior to the May 15 expiration. Motion carried unanimously. AVFD - NORTHWEST STATION SITE Firefighter Bob Dillon reviewed the alternatives the Department looked at for a northwest station located in the vicinity of County Road 58, County 20 and Seventh Avenue, including the pros and cons of each alternative. They preferred Site #3 contingent upon changing County Road 58 to meet Seventh Avenue at 159th Avenue. After some discussion on the alternatives, the Council generally preferred some variation of Site #2, which would involve purchasing all or a portion of the old farm site on the intersection of Seventh and County Road 20. MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Lachinski, to authorize the City Administrator to go and begin negotiations with the property owner at 4347 Seventh Avenue for the purchase of the property for a fire station site. Motion carried unanimously. WARNING SIRENS/EXTENSION DATE MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Lachinski, extending the date for two weeks for completion or installation of the warning sirens until June 1. ~10tion carried unanimously. TRUCKS PARKE 0 IN RESIDENTIAL AREA/COMPLAINT Gary LiPSkik 719 157th Avenue NW - stated a neighbor who moved in the house three months ago eeps a semitruC1ëparked 400 feet from the back of his house. He complained of the noise when the truck is started or the air horn is blown very early in the morning and wakes his children. The truck also carries chemicals, and is concerned about that. Mr. Lipski stated this is a residential area, and that Regular City Council Meeting May 6, 1986 - Minutes Page 10 (Trucks parked in residential area/Complaint, Continued) should not be allowed. He also stated he brought eight pictures showing the problem into the office two weeks ago, but those pictures have been lost and nothing has been done about ·the situation. He talked to Ms. Bose1l about it for the first time today. Chief Palmer stated if chemicals are involved, the DOT will send an officer to issue citations for code enforcement. Attorney Hawkins stated he would write to the owner if the staff would furnish him with the facts and note the ordinance violation. Council directed that the staff do whatever needs to be done to expedite a resolution to the problem. ANOKA COUNTY DRAINAGE LEGISLATION Council discussion was on whether or not the City should encourage the County Board to approve the bill drafted by Senator Greg Dahl regarding the Coon Creek Watershed ditch projects. It was then agreed the City should encourage County Board approval of the bill but the position of the City should be noted in the resolution. Councilman Orttel agreed to draft a resolution for the next meeting to include the City's position and concerns. REO OAKS WELLS Councilman Elling stated he has been talking with residents in Red Oaks Manor. There is a rumor going around that some of the wells are contaminated and the residents are concerned. He asked if the City would allocate $1,500 to test some private wells in Red Oaks. Council discussion was that the testing done by the City would be the same as what is done by the county, even using the same lab. It was felt that this item should be tabled until after the May 14 public meeting that is being held by the generators and MPCA on the landfill site. ACCEPT EASEMENTS/85-8 MOTION by Ortte1, Seconded by Elling, that we accept the easements for Project 85-8 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. DECLARE ADEQUACY OF PETITION/164TH LANE MOTION by Ortte1, Seconded by Lachinski, that we declare adequacy of petition for 164th Lane and have the city staff review the feasibility report for any needed updates and return for Council acceptance. (See Resolution R046-86) Motion carried unanimously. DECLARE ADEQUACY OF PETITION/HIDDEN CREEK 3RD ADDITION MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Orttel, a Resolution declaring adequacy of petition and ordering preparation of feasibility report for the improvements of watermain, sanitary sewer, storm drain and bituminous streets with concrete curb and gutter, Project 86-10, in the Hidden Creek 3rd Addition area. (See Resolution R047-86) Motion carried unanimously. ORDER IMPROVEMENT/HIDDEN CREEK 3RD ADDITION/86-10 MOTION by Lachinski, Seconded by Elling, a Resolution accepti~g feasibility study, walvlrng public hearing, ordering improvement and directing preparation of plans and specifications for the improvement of sanitary sewer, watermain, storm drain and streets with concrete curb and gutter for Hidden Creek 3rd Addition, IP86-10. (See Resolution R048-86) Motion carried unanimously. Regular City Council Meeting May 6, 1986 - Minutes Page 11 DECLARE ADEQUACY OF PETITION/WOODLAND TERRACE 2ND & 3RD MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, a Resolution declaring adequacy of petition and ordering preparation of feasibility report for the improvements of watermain, sanitary sewer, storm drain and bituminous streets with concrete curb and gutter, Project 86-8 in the Woodland Terrace 2nd and 3rd Additions area. (See Resolution R049-86) Motion carried unanimously. ORDER IMPROVEMENT/WOODLAND TERRACE/86-8 MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, a Resolution accepting feasibility study, WãlVTñg public hearing, ordering improvement and directing preparation of plans and specifications for the improvement of sanitary sewer, watermain, storm drain and streets with concrete curb and gutter for Woodland Terrace 2nd and 3rd Additions, IP 86-8. (See Resolution R050-86) Motion carried unanimously. DECLARE ADEQUACY OF PETITION/WOODLAND TERRACE 4TH MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, a Resolution declaring adequacy of petition and ordering prepration of feasibility report for the improvements of watermain, sanitary sewer, storm drain and bituminous streets with concrete curb and gutter, Project No. 86-9, in the Woodland Terrace 4th Addition area. (See Resolution R051-86) Motion carried unanimously. ORDER IMPROVEMENT/WOODLAND TERRACE 4TH/86-9 MOTION by Ortte1, Seconded by Elling, a Resolution accepting feasibility study, waivlng public hearing, ordering improvement and directing prepration of plans and speci fi cati ons for the improvement of sani tary sewer, watermailn, storm drai n, and streets with concrete curb and gutter for Woodland Terrace 4th Addition, IP 86-9, as presented. (See Resolution R052-86) Motion carrièd unanimously. MOTION by Ortte1, Seconded by Elling, a Resolution receivinlg feasibility report and call1ng public hearing on improvements of watermaim, sanitary sewer, storm drain, and streets with concrete curb and gutter, Project No. 86-9 in the Woodland Terrace 4th Addition area along Lily Street and Round Lake Bou1evard/133rd Lane/134th Avenue area. (See Resolution R053-86) Motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Ortte1, Seconded by Lachinski, to set the public hearing for the Lily Street and Round Lake Boulevard/133rd Lane/134th Avenue area in the Woodland Terrace area for 7:30 p.m., at the City Hall on June 3. Motion carried unanimously. BOND RESOLUTION MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Lachinski, introducing a Resolution providing for the lssurance and sale of $1,795,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 1986. (See Resolution R054-86) Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, that we approve Claim Numbers 11004 through 110067 for a total amount of $185,362.79. Motion carried unanimously. SET SPECIAL MEETING OATE/STAFF ITEMS MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Lachinski, that we set a meeting to discuss staff issues for May 29. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Knight, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. Meetlng adjourned at 12:53 a.m. ~~~ Marc a_A. Peach, Recording Secre ry