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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSP January 14, 1986 -, CITY of ANDOVER SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING - JANUARY 14, 1986 REVISED AGENDA 1. Planning & Zoning Commission Interviews 7:30 p.m. - Richard J. Smida 7:45 p.m. - Joy M. Pirkl 8:00 p.m. - Donald Boeke 8:15 p.m. - Wayne Vistad 2. Selection of Commissioners Two vacancies to be filled - unexpired term of Steve Ward to 12/31/87 unexpired term of Don Spotts to 12/31/87 3. Tax Forfeit Land 4. Di tch 58-7 5. Adj ournment - CITY of ANDOVER SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING - JANUARY 14, 1986 MINIITES A Special Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by Mayor Jerry Windschit1 on January 14, 1986, 7:30 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Councilmen present: Elling, Knight, Lachinski, Ortte1 Councilmen absent: None Also present: City Engineer/Administrator, James Schrantz PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION INTERVIEWS The Council interviewed Richard J. Smida, an applicant for the Planning and Zoning Commission, inquiring as to why he wants to become a member of the Planning Commission, his goals or projects relative to City growth and development, his feelings as to positive and negative aspects of the City, and any conflict of interest he may have if he became a Commissioner. Because two other applicants scheduled for interviewsidid not attend, those being Joy M. Pirkl and Donald Boeke, the Council discussed the other agenda items before conducting another interview. TAX FORFEIT LAND Mayor Windschitl reported on ameeting regarding a realignment of Crooked Lake Boulevard from 139th in Andover to Highway 242 in Coon Rapids, with the County hoping to do that realignment in 1986. The County will pay for the road, but the City would have to acquire the right of way. Mr. Schrantz explained the Conroy property in the southeast corner of 139th and Crooked Lake Boulevard is tax forfeit property, and the City could acquire that parcel for the relocation of Crooked Lake Boulevard. He explained once the City acquires it, it can be used for public purposes, including roadway purposes. The assessments against the property have been cancelled. The Mayor also noted with the acquisition of the tax forfeit property, only two other parcels would need to be acquired to realign Crooked Lake Boulevard from 139th to Bunker Lake Boulevard. The remainder of the road to Highway 242 would be on the Good Value property in Andover. In talking with Good Value Homes, they indicated a willingness to give the City the right of way needed. Council discussion was the concern over acquiring the entire parcel when only a portion is needed for the road a1ignmemt. It was felt it would be better to determine the exact alignment and acquire only what is needed for the roadway so the remainder of the property would be left for future development. MOTION by Ortte1, Seconded by Elling, that we direct the City Engineer to prepare enough detail for right of way for the proposed Crosstown Extension where it can be designated on Parcel 7 known as the Conroy property on the tax forfeit list; to describe adequate right of way for the construction of the street; and to include the description of the right of way for the water line extension also, if needed. DISCUSSION: Council asked that Mr. Schrantz also clarify what happens to the assessments against the proeprty in the event the City acquires the property. It was agreed to discuss this further at the January 21 regular meeting. Motion carried unanimously. -- Special City Council Meeting January 14, 1986 - Minutes Page 2 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT REPORT Councilman Lachinski stated representatives of the Boisclair Corporation have asked to meet with the CDC Committee and the Council at a joint meeting to make a presenta- tion on the shopping center. At this point they are looking at the possibility of the entire shopping center tota-1nng $11 to $13 million, possibly going to a third floor on the main center. The trouble they have had is coming to terms with anchor tenants. The developers are also asking the City to consider establishing that area as a tax increment financing district. Councilman Lachinski felt the Council needs to examine the pros and cons of doing so. It was agreed to hold a special meeting on February 11 with the developers of the shopping center and members of the Community Development Committee regarding the proposal. It was also agreed to request the presence of legal counsel regarding tax increment financing. MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, that we direct the City Administrator to contact the LeFevere, Lefler, Kennedy, O'Brien & Drawz firm and request their attendance at a February 11 meeting regarding tax increment financing. Motion carried unanimously. PLANNING COMMISSION INTERVIEWS, CONTINUED Council then interviewed Wayne Vistad, another applicant for the Planning Commission. Because the two other applicants had not contacted the City regarding their interview, it was agreed to table any action on making an appointment to the Commission until those applicants can be contacted. MOTION by Ortte1, Seconded by Elling, that we carryover the matter of selecting Planning and Zoning Commission members for a period of two weeks to allow time to contact the parties who did not respond to the interviews. Motion carried unanimously. DITCH 58-7 Council discussed the January 14, 1986, memo from the City Engineer regarding the repair to Ditch 58-7 in the Coon Creek Watershed District. Mr. Schrantz advised that no dollar figure was given for Andover's share of the cost for a 36-inch pipe under University Avenue. Council felt the City of Ham Lake should pay for half of it since it is a border road; but there was real concern on the part of the Council on the procedures used by the Coon Creek Watershed Board. It was felt the City should have been asked for approval prior to any work being done. Furthermore, it was fe 1t the rep 1 acemen t: of culverts should be part of the maintenance project, not an expense to the City. Mr. Schrantz stated members of the Coon Creek Watershed Board will be in attendance at the January 21 meeting. It was agreed to discuss this item further with the Board at that time. ORDINANCE 8 REVISION MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Knight, that we hold a meeting of the Council at 7:30, the 28th of January, for the discussionJJfOrdinance 8. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Ortte1, Seconded by Knight, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 8:53 p.m. Respectfully submitted, '~~~~ Marc lla A. Peach Recor '119 Secretary