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CITY of ANDOVER
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - AUGUST 18, 1987 - AGENDA
7:30 P.M. 1. Call to Order
2. Resident Forum
3. Agenda Approval
4 . Public Hearing/87-10 & 87-11
5 . Public Hearing/Vacation of Ease~ent/Oak Bluff
6. Discussion Item
a. Creekside Estates Preliminary Plat
b. Oak Bluff 2nd Addition Rezoning
c. Oak Bluff 2nd/Sketch Plan
* d. The Oaks/Petition for Impr/Feasibility Report/CCO
* e. Hanson Blvd./Receive Report
7. Staff, Committee, Commission
a. Assessment Abatement
b. City Hall Addition
c. Park & Recreation Commission
* d. TIF
* e. Schedule P&Z and Park Interviews
8. . Non-Discussion Ite~s
a. Award Bids/87-9/South Coon Creek Drive
b. Receive feasibility report/Colonial Creek
c. Release Street Escrow/Goodridge Acres
* d. Commercial Park Grading Plan
* e. Ed Fields Building/Sprinkling System
9 . Approval of Minutes
10. Approval of Claims
11. Adjournment
CITY of ANDOVER
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - AUGUST 18, 1987 - MINUTES
The Regularly Scheduled Andover City Council meeting was called to
order by Mayor Jerry Windschitl at 7:32 P.~I. , Tuesday, August 18,
1987 at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard N.W., Andover,
MN.
Councilmembers Present: Apel, Elling, Knight, Orttel
Councilmembers Absent: None
Also Present: City Administrator, Jim Schrantz; City Planner,
Daryl /.Jorey; Assistant City Engineer, Todd
Haas; Planning Commission Chairman, Marge Perry;
John Davidson, TKDA; John Rodeberg, TKDA; City
Attorney, William Hawkins; City Building
Official, Dave Almgren; others
Resident Forum
William Murphy, 3260 - 160th Lane N.W. - explained that he wants to do
some work on squad cars for the Fridley Police Department in his garage
and his was told that the ordinance does not allow this. The work
would take two to three weeks and he asked the Council if he could
get a variance.
This item was added to the agenda for discussion.
Tom Gonier, 3020 - 164th Lane N.W. - expressed dissatisfaction with the
work that remains undone on 164th Lane. He noted that the black dirt
that was put down consisted of a man shoveling it out of a truck onto
the shoulders. The black dirt is contaminated and was taken from a
sod farm without the owner's permission. He also thought that they
would be getting sod instead of seed.
Mayor Windschitl stated that seed is normally used because sod is
so expensive.
Mr. Schrantz noted that there have been some problems getting this
contractor back to finish the work.
Jim Perra stated that the city is treating this like a rural area. He
said that he had sod and he expects it to be replaced with like kind.
The area has been in the same condition since last fall. /.Jr. Perra
wants his property to look as good as it did the day they started the
project.
Mr. Gonier informed the Council that there is talk of filing a class
action suit.
MOTION by Knight, seconded by Elling to direct staff and the engineer
to start the process against the bonding company. Motion carried.
Todd Haas was directed to check if the area was promised sod.
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Page 2
(Resident Forum, Cont. )
John Hoglund, 370 Andover Boulevard N.W. - asked what the intent of
Ordinance 8X is, which says that a person has one year to finish the
exterior of their home.
Mayor Windschitl stated that it is so anyone building a house has it
completed within one year so that we don't have neighbors coming in
to complain. If we didn't have a completion date in the ordinance, it
could take ten years for someone to finish their house.
Mr. Hoglund noted that his problem is that his garage is not completed.
Councilman Elling asked Mr. Hoglund when he started his house.
Mr. Hoglund noted that he started building his house in 1983. The only
things left to be done are a final plumbing, final electrical and final
inspection.
Dave Almgren, City Building Official explained that we are set to go to
court on this on September 1, 1987.
Mayor Windschitl stated that if there is a trial coming up, it's not
proper for Council to discuss this.
Mr. Hoglund stated that he didn't think this ordinance is constitutional.
Bob Dillon - noted that the problem on 159th Avenue is getting better.
He asked what ammunition they'll have if the problem reoccurs. He has
seen very little activity in the area and even the three-wheelers have
settled down. He stated that the activity died the night of the Council
meeting.
Agenda Approval
The following additions to the agenda were suggested: 6.f. , Slyzuk
Ditch Agreement; 6.g.. Murphy Home Occupation; 6h, Closed meeting with
Attorney; and discussion on the waste disposal site.
MOTION by Elling, seconded by Knight to approve the agenda as amended.
Motion carried.
Public Hearinq/87-10 and 87-11
Mayor Windschitl noted that this will not affect the costs the
residents were previously quoted. This hearing is for the well and
pumphouse that will be by the railroad tracts and Bunker Lake Boulevard.
John Davidson, TKDA - explained that the water system is being expanded
by another well and pumphouse. The contract for the well has been
awarded and the pumphouse will be started when the well is completed.
We have gone through a process to amend the Comprehensive Sewer Plan
and the boundary was changed to include the proeprty to the railroad
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(Public Hearing/87-10 & 87-11, Cant. )
tracks on the east and a corridor to allow us to bring sewer and water
to the new school. The area sewer and watermains will be assessed.
There will be future assessments for laterals and connection charges
when the properties develop. Mr. Davidson noted that the hearing tonight
is in hlo parts - 87-10 is for the well and pumphouse and 87-11 is for
the alteral sewer to the school. Two to three weeks after this meeting
the Council will hold an assessment hearing.
John Rodeberq, TKDA - explained that it's part of the Comprehensive
Plan to install more wells in the city. A water tower near City Hall
is the next one in the process. In conjunction with the Comprehensive
Water Plan, the city will be extending a watermain from the well to the
school site. We will also be running sanitary sewer and water lines
from Coon Creek up Bluebird Street through Oak Bluff and Winslow Hills
and across to the school. This line will serve the remainder of the
properties in the Metropolitan Urban Service Area boundary. Areas
adjacent to the pipe will have lateral charges when they develop. The
actual benefitting area was discussed in other projects. Some areas
have already been assessed for watermain under other projects. The areas
north of Coon Creek will all be assessed area sewer and water charges.
Mr. Rodeberg noted that the assessment rates previously given were based
on July 1986 rates; they go up each July according to the Engineering
NevIs Record index, which means that this year they went up approximately
$10.00. The area sanitary sewer trunk charge is now $831.00 per acre
and the water area charge is $885.00 per acre.
Bethie Grell, Woodridqe Acres - asked why we are going down the creek
with the sevier and water when we have the well.
John Rodeberg explained that water is not going down the creek. The
watermain is proposed to go down Andover Boulevard. Sanitary sevIer
is being built along the creek.
Mrs. Grell asked what is going to happen when school starts and the
buses can't get through.
Mayor Windschitl indicated that Mr. Rodeberg will talk to Barbarossa
to get something worked out.
Guy Mahmarian, 1484 - 148th Lane N.W. - stated that he just moved to
Oak Bluff and he was informed that the assessment was paid by the
developer for the watermain and asked what effect this will have on
them.
Mayor Windschitl noted that this will have no effect. The trunk water
and trunk sanitary sewer charges are either being paid by the developer
or by the new owner of the lot. The laterals will be put in when the
neighborhood petitions for them.
M.R. Olson - asked if he will be assessed for the well as he was assessed
for it last year. Mayor Windschitl stated no, that if he was previously
assessed, he will not be assessed again.
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Page 4
(Public Hearing/87-10 & 87-11, Cont.)
Paul Genqler, 14440 Crosstown Boulevard - asked if the per acre trunk
charge is based on buildable land. Mayor Windschitl stated that if
you make something buildable, you will be assessed for it.
Marian Heidelberqer asked why the charge for watermain is $4,800. Mr.
Rodeberg stated that the $4,800 is the connection charge.
MOTION by Orttel, seconded by Elling to close the public hearing.
Motion carried.
MOTION by Orttel, seconded by Elling introducing a resolution con-
solidating trunk watermain and sanitary sewer improvement project
and well and pumphouse improvement project and ordering the consolidated
improvement project (See Resolution No. R158-87).
Motion carried on a 4 yes, 1 present (Windschitl) vote.
Public Hearinq/Vacation of Easement/Oak Bluff
MOTION by Knight, seconded by Orttel to table this until later in the
meeting.
Motion carried.
Creekside Estates Preliminary Plat
Paul Gengler and Richard Erickson, the developers of the property, were
present for this item.
Planninq Commission Chairman Marqe Perry - reviewed the Planning
Commission's recommendation for approval of the plat, noting that it
meets the intent of the Comprehensive Plan and that a variance is being
recommended for the cul-de-sac having a 47 foot radius rather than 60
feet as required by ordinance.
MOTION by Orttel, seconded by Knight introducing a resolution approving
the preliminary plat of Creekside Estates being developed by Paul
Gengler and Richard Erickson in Section 27-32-24 as presented and noting
that on the final plat the easement for Crosstown Boulevard be correctly
shown. (See Resolution No. R159-87).
Motion carried on a 4 yes, 1 present (Windschitl) vote.
Mr. Genqler expressed concern regarding the amount of park dedication
fees that were figured for this plat, noting that Mr. Erickson has less
property then he has and his portion of the park fees is greater.
Mayor Windschitl stated that we will recheck the fees before the final
plat is approved.
Oak Bluff 2nd Addition Rezoninq
Planning Commission Chairman Perry noted that this came to the Planning
Commission as a request for R-4 zoning. The Planning Commission took
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(Oak Bluff 2nd Rezoning, Cont. )
note of the fact that this parcel is in the Metroplitan Urban Service
Area and that sewer and water would be available to this area in a year's
time. The property to the south is zoned R-4. It was discussed that
the city has said that when sewer and water are available, the city
would look at rezoning to smaller lot sizes. She noted that the
residents in Oak Bluff were concerned about the smaller lot sizes and
the impact on their property values if smaller homes were allowed to
be built in Oak Bluff 2nd. There was discussion regarding rezoning
this property either to R-2 or R-3; however, R-3 was not approved by
the Planning Commission. This was not a unanimous vote however.
Bruce Nedeqaard, representinq Oak Bluff - appealed to the Council to
rezone the property to R-3 as the homes in Oak Bluff are in the $150 -
200,000 bracket. He felt that there should be some type of buffer
between the $200,000 homes and the $80 - 90,000 homes.
Councilman Elling asked if Mr. Nedegaard knew for a fact that Mr. Cook
intends to build $80-90,000 homes. Mr. Nedegaard stated no, but it's
hard to build a larger home on a smaller lot.
George Williams, 1516 - 148th Lane N.W. - noted that they chose their
home because of the area and they were under the impression that the
development to the south of them (Oak Bluff 2nd) would be similar to
Oak Bluff 1st. In talking to the Mayor and staff, he was under the
impression that they are in favor of larger lot sizes. Mr. Williams
noted that he did an informal survey and almost 100% of the people
surveyed are not in favor of R-4 zoning.
Pat Moerke, 1237 - l48th Lane N.\'!. - stated that they moved to Andover
for elbow room and privacy and felt that this plat will become a
tract development.
Guy Mahmarian, 1484 - 148th Lane N.W. - noted that one of the things
they tried to get away from was having someone right next door to them.
He asked why this is such a big issue if the general intent of Andover
is to have larger lots and larger homes. He felt that a minimum of
one acre lots should be enforced in this area.
John Strit, 1334 - 148th Lane N.W. - stated that when he decided to build
a new house they moved to Andover because Andover is recognized by others
and he hates to see this ruined by having to work hard at being recog-
nized again because of smaller lots and smaller houses. Mr. Strit
asked the Council to make another good decision and not to let this
opportunity pass them by.
Chuck Moerke, 1237 - l48th lane N. 1'1. - stated that the R-4 lots vlOuld
be agreeable if they had 100 feet of frontage.
Jerry Hank, 1310 - 148th Lane N.I'I. - noted that he previously lived in
a suburb south of Andover and it has taken that city 25 years to get rid
of the stigma of the type of housing that was condoned in the 50's and
60's. He stated that if Andover is that type of community, he made a
mistake moving here.
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(Oak Bluff 2nd Rezoning, Cont.)
Jane Stump - noted that they researched different areas prior to moving
to Andover and they would not like to see their property value go down
because of this plat.
Tom Anderson, 1269 - 148th Lane N.W. - thought that at some of the
Planning Commission meetings Mr. Apel said he would rather see larger
lots in that area. They are very concerned with their property values.
He felt that there needs to be some kind of transition between Oak
Bluff and Hartfiel's Estates. Another concern of Mr. Anderson is that
Chuck Cook put his lot in Oak Bluff up for sale and he was curious as
to why he did that. Mr. Anderson also felt that there should be some
type of commitment from Mr. Cook as to what kind of development this
will be.
John Mastley, 1226 - 148th Lane N.W. - stated that they moved to
Andover because of the quality of life. If the R-4 zoning goes through,
it will bring everything on the down side. Stated that it should be
R-3 so they can maintain what they came here for.
Tom Anderson - noted that there was a lot of opposition at the Planning
Commission meeting, but in spite of that, the Commission voted 3 to 2
for R-4 zoning. If the city wants this to be a democratic process, they
should listen to the people.
Mayor Windschitl noted that Dick Schneider was unable to attend this
meeting but asked that it put in the record that he would like the
property to be R-3.
Pat Moerke - noted that when talking to various people about attending
tonight's meeting, they said it probably wouldn't matter if they came
because of promises that were made to Mr. Cook. She asked if it is
correct that the city cannot dictate to a developer what price range
homes will go into a development. Mayor Windschitl noted that is
correct.
Gene Paschen, 14632 Drake Street N.W. - stated that what these people
are going through is why he bought the lot next to his house. About
half of the property owners in Hartfiel's Estates own the vacant lots
next to their homes.
Jane Stump - to her knowledge, every resident in Oak Bluff, except one,
is here tonight.
Jana Balvin, 1419 - 146th Lane N.W. - against the smaller lots.
Councilman Orttel felt that the people on 148th Lane were misled by
whoever sold them the lots. Oak Bluff was developed in one acre lots
so that when sewer and water came in, they could be split into two
lots. This is one of the cheapest developments that has been
done in the city in recent years. The lots to the north will be R-4.
R-4 zoning does not imply that you are going to have a dump because
they are smaller lots.
Guy Mahmarian - asked if R-4 zoning is a half acre lot. Mayor Windschitl
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(Oak Bluff Rezoning, Cont. )
explained that R-4 zoning is 11,400 square foot lots with a minimum
of 80 feet of frontage and 142.5 feet of depth; R-3 is 20,000 square
foot lots with 100 feet of frontage and 200 feet of depth; R-2 was a
one acre zone that was set up as estate areas. They were primarily
on the west side of the city along the river. R-l zoning is 2~ acre
lots.
Pat Moerke - noted that at the Planning Commission meeting Chuck Cook
said that Andover is going to have an over-abundance of lots. She
took that to mean that the houses will be less expensive.
Councilman Elling stated that this plat shows 77 lots. If he went
to R-3 zoning, there would still be 64 lots.
Chuck Cook, Continental Development - pointed out that he has been
planning this for almost two years. When Oak Bluff 1st was being
platted, Mr. Cook was required to submit a resubdivision plan, which
is basically what he is now proposing. The decision for platting Oak
Bluff 1st was in anticipation of sewer and water coming in and allowing
those lots to be able to be split. Hr. Cook stated that he would not
have platted those lots at one acre if he had known that sewer and
water would be coming in this soon. There will be restrictive covenants
on the property but the details have not been worked out yet. Mr. Cook
also noted that when he developed Oak Bluff 1st he solicited many build-
ers and he had an opportunity to get more from a builder who he knew
would not do as good a project as Nedegaard. The people are insinuating
that he got ric~ on Oak Bluff 1st.
Councilman Apel felt that Mr. Cook has a moral obligation to the people
in Oak Bluff and would be in favor of R-3 zoning.
Councilman Elling asked Mr. Cook if he would consider changing his
request from R-4 to R-3. Mr. Cook replied no.
Mayor Windschitl felt that the Council is troubled with the density.
The people in Oak Bluff and Hartfiel's are right in trying to get a
transitional zone. He suggested that Council could try to pass this
under density zoning or look at R-3 zoning.
Councilman Orttel stated that it was his understanding that when we
rezoned the rural area we rezoned everything to R-l except a few areas
that are R-3 because of some special reasons.
Councilman Knight noted that he is not in favor of R-3, but doesn't
want R-4 either because that zoning does not take into consideration
the feelings of the people in Oak Bluff.
Mayor Windschitl asked the City Attorney if we could do this under
density zoning. /1r. Hawkins explained that this request came in for
R-4 zoning and Council has to deal with that unless Mr. Cook changes
his mind.
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Page 8
(Oak Bluff 2nd rezoning, Cont.)
Councilman Orttel noted that we have a lot of pressure from the Met
Council to provide lower cost housing. He suggested that Mr. Cook
talk to some builders to see what the difference would be between
a house on an 80 foot lot and one on a 100 foot lot.
Chuck Cook asked the Council to delay action on this for two weeks as
he is not in a position to make a decision on house sizes and lot
sizes at this time.
MOTION by Elling, seconded by Orttel to table this item to the next
meeting. Motion carried.
MOTION by Elling, seconded by Orttel to table the vacation of easement
for Oak Bluff to the next meeting. Motion carried.
Recess 10:10 - Reconvene 10:20
Mayor Windschitl stepped down to the audience for the next item and
Acting Mayor Orttel conducted this portion of the meeting.
The Oaks/petition for Improvements/Feasibility Report/CCO
MOTION by Knight, seconded by Apel introducing a resolution declaring
adequacy of petition and ordering preparation of a feasibility report
for the improvements of watermain, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, street
with concrete curb and gutter, Project No. 87-29 in The Oaks (See
Resolution No. R160-87).
Motion carried on a 4 yes, 1 abstain (Windschitl) vote.
MOTION by Apel, seconded by Elling introducing a resolution accepting
feasibility study, waiving public hearing, ordering improvements and
directing preparation of plans and specifications for the improvements
of sanitary sewer, watermain, storm drainage, and streets with concrete
curb and gutter for The Oaks, Project No. 87-29 (See Resolution No.
R161-87).
Motion carried on a 4 yes, 1 abstain (Windschitl) vote.
MOTION by Knight, seconded by Elling introducing a resolution approving
final plans and specifications and ordering ad for bids for Project
No. 87-29, The Oaks, for watermain, sanitary sewer, storm drain, and
streets with concrete curb and gutter by change order to project No.
87-7. (See Resolution No. R162-87).
Motion carried on a 4 yes, 1 abstain (Windschitl) vote.
(Mayor Windschitl conducted the next portion of the meeting)
Receive Feasibility Report/Colonial Creek
John Rodeberg noted that the project is feasible and it is proposed to
do as much of it as can be done this year. It will be completed in the
1988 construction season.
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(Park Commission, Cont.)
Mr. McMullen explained that the new equipment would be installed on
the east side of City Hall.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Orttel to approve the expenditure of up
to $9,000 by the city for the purchase of a Game Duroscape, DS5211.
Motion carried.
Mayor Windschitl noted that there is a problem with a lack of people
to put the park equipment into the parks.
Mr. McMullen stated that they are looking at three picnic shelters
which will cost $2,000 each to install, various other park equipment
which will cost $2,400 to install and the new equipment will cost about
$3.000 to install.
MOTION by Elling, seconded by Apel to authorize the City Administrator
to hire part time help for the installation of park equipment. Motion
carried.
Tax Increment Financinq
Daryl Morey, City Planner explained that the policy in the agenda
material is what he came up with after the special meeting of August
11th.
Councilman Orttel suggested adding the following to the second para-
graph: 'or other circumstances as deemed important'.
MOTION by Orttel, seconded by Apel to adopt the Tax Increment Financing
policy as amended.
Discussion: Mr. Schrantz noted that the Sonterre property is not in the
TIF district. The city Attorney was directed to start the process to
have this property included.
Motion carried.
Assessment Abatement
MOTION by Orttel, seconded by Apel to approve the assessment abatement
on the property located at 2738 - 140th Lane N.W. (See R164-87)
Motion carried.
City Hall Addition
Dave Almgren explained the bids that he has received so far. Bids have
not been received for the paint, aluminum soffit or the windows. Mr.
Almgren noted that he has a material list from Rum River Lumber and
Howard Lumber and Rum River is higher; however, Howard Lumber left out
some items.
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Page 9
(Feasibility Report/Colonial Creek)
MOTION by Orttel, seconded by Knight introducing a resolution accepting
feasibility report, waiving public hearing, ordering improvements and
directing preparation of plans and specifications for improvements of
sanitary sewer, watermain, streets with concrete curb and gutter for
Colonial Creek, project 87-27. (See Resolution No. R163-87) .
Motion carried unanimously.
Andover Commercial Park Gradinq Plan
John Rodeberg informed the Council that the grading plan has been
completed but the specifications are not done.
MOTION by Orttel, seconded by Knight to accept the grading plan as
prepared by TKDA for the Commercial Park.
Discussion: John Davidson asked if they could begin grading the portion
of Verdin Street between the street system into the park and Bunker
Lake Boulevard. Council agreed that this work could be done.
Motion carried on a 4 yes, 1 present (Elling) vote.
William Murphy/Home Occupation
Mr. Murphy explained that he would only have two squad cars at one time
on his property and this would only take two to three weeks to
completed.
Council had no objection to Mr. Murphy's request.
Ed Fields Buildinq/Sprinklinq System
Mayor Windschitl noted that Ed Fields wants to build a two story addition
to his warehouse to be used for his office. In going through the plans,
the Fire Marshal and Building Official had difficulty with Appendix E.
The building code allows Mr. Fields to do what he proposed, but Appendix
E does not.
Dave Almgren explained that with Appendix E you have to have a separate
building, otherwise you have to sprinkle the building.
Mayor Windschitl stated that Fridley has an ordinance that is quite
simple. It eliminates some of the problems that Appendix E creates.
Spring Lake Park, Coon Rapids and Andover are the only cities in Anoka
County that have adopted Appendix E.
Ray Smvada, Fire Marshal noted that some developers, like Big Wheel,
are sprinkling their buildings.
Park and Recreation Commission
Marc McMullen, Park Commission Chairman - would like the Council
to direct Frank to purchase a duroscope, not to exceed $9,000. This
was in the budget. This is similar to what is in the back of City Hall.
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Page 11
(City Hall Addition, Cont.)
Mayor Windschitl suggested that other lumber companies bid on the
material.
It was noted that the bids received are under what we expected.
Mayor Windschitl felt that we should add to the bid list any place
where we have a single bidder. He would like to see more lumber companies
bid, such as Northwest Wholesale Lumber, Scherer Bros. Lumber and
Lonsky's.
Schedule Planninq and Zoninq Commission Interviews
MOTION by Knight, seconded by Apel to interview Planning Commission
applicants on August 26, 1987 at 7:00 P.M. Motion carried.
(Mayor Winds chit 1 stepped down to the audience and Acting Mayor Orttel
conducted this portion of the meeting.)
Award Bids/87-9/South Coon Creek Drive
MOTION by Elling, seconded by Apel to table 87-9 to the September 1,
1987 meeting. Motion carried on a 4 yes, 1 present (Windschitl) vote.
Ditch Aqreement/Slyzuk
Jim Schrantz noted that the profiles are not done, but he has the
agreement.
Jerry Windschitl stated that Channel Construction wants to install the
storm sewer on August 19th. It's the same agreement the city has with
Slyzuk in Northwoods.
Councilman Elling stated that there are a lot on unanswered questions
on this.
This item was tabled until later in the meeting.
(Mayor Windschitl conducted the next portion of the meeting.)
Release Street Escrow/Goodridqe Acres
Todd Haas noted that we are still holding back the warranty escrow; this
is only the street escrow.
MOTION by Knight, seconded by Elling to release the street escrow in
the amount of $500 for Goodridge Acres. Motion Carried.
Hanson Boulevard/Receive Report
Mayor Windschitl felt that this should be assessed this year. There
are two possibilities - adjusted front foot or equal unit.
Discussion was on why we would change the policy now and if we legally
could change it. Mr. Hawkins stated that there should be some reason
for changing it.
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Page 12
(Hanson Blvd/Receive Report, Cont. )
This item was tabled until later in the meeting.
(Mayor Windschitl stepped down to the audience and Acting Mayor Orttel
conducted the following portion of the meeting.)
Ditch Aqreement/Slyzuk
Mr. Schrantz noted that Mr. Slyzuk is only asking for 1/2 of the cost
of the maintenance.
Councilman Elling stated that the agreement doesn't say who will say
when the ditch needs to be cleaned.
Acting Mayor Orttel asked if we can enter into this agreement without
the profiles. Jerry Windschitl stated that the city can.
MOTION by Apel, seconded by Elling that the City Council enter into
an agreement with Ken Slyzuk as presented with the following changes:
the parties to this agreement will share the maintenance costs equally.
Also add that the Attachment A shall be determined by our engineering
firm and we would like to see that at the next meeting.
Motion carried on a 4 yes, 1 present (Windschitl) vote.
(Mayor Windschitl conducted the remainder of the meeting.)
Hanson Boulevard/Receive Report, Cont.
Discussion continued on which method should be used to assess this
project. Mayor Windschitl felt that everything below 177th Avenue
should be assessed one way and the portion north of 177th Avenue be
assessed a different way.
MOTION by Orttel, seconded by Apel to direct staff to prepare a public
hearing notice for project 86-5A & B, 86-5Abeing Hanson Boulevard from
County Road 20 to 177th Avenue which will be assessed with a 40 acre
area assessment and 86-5B being north of 177th Avenue and being assessed
on a front footage basis, with the exception of the Walker property with
the home on it being deleted from the project because of damages.
Motion carried unanimously.
Waste Disposal Site
Councilman Elling noted that in the latest documents from the SW28 Group,
they talk of constructing a sewer down to Coon Rapids that would handle
their treated ground water at a cost of $252,000. Now \vi th the new
city sewer, they feel they only have to pay a $2,800 connection charge
to the city and use that sewer line for their ground water. The flow
of water could range from 5 gallons a day to 20,000 gallons a day.
Mr. Hawkins explained that they are not in the MUSA boundary and we
don't have to give them any capacity.
Councilman Orttel suggested that they could go to the Met Council to
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(Waste Disposal Site, Cont. )
ask for additional capacity rather then the city doing that.
Approval of Claims
MOTION by Apel, seconded by Elling to approve claims numbered 13190
through 13248 in the amount of $284,682.39. Motion carried.
Mayor Windschitl noted that one of the items in the claims is the
check for the City of Anoka in the amount of $100,000 and he asked if
we want to sign it. It was the concensus of the Council that the check
to the City of Anoka should not be signed.
MOTION by Apel, seconded by Elling to remove Check #13197 from the
claims. Motion carried.
Ordinance 8 & 10
MOTION by Elling, seconded by Apel to direct staff to consolidate
Ordinance 8 and Ordinance 10. Motion carried.
MOTION by Orttel, seconded by Apel to adjourn. Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 12:16 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Vicki Volk - Recording Secretary