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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD NW. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304· (612) 755-5100
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7:30 P.M. 1. Call to Order
2 . Resident Forum
3. Agenda Approval
4. Discussion Items
a. Mèdiation Service - Presentation (Ann Wallerstedt)
b. Anoka County Chamber/Economic Development
c. Loretta Mason Special Use Permit
d. Ken Anderson Discussion
e. Edward Wallum/Lot Nordeen's Addition
f. Colonial Creek Special Use Permit
g. Colonial Creek Preliminary Plat
h. Local oil Variance
i. Ordinanace 8 Amendment/Housing Conversion
j. Woodland Development Lot Split
k.
5. Staff, Committee, Commission
a. Unnecessary Acceleration Ordinance
b. Grading and filling permit
c.
6. Non-Discussion Items
a. Petition for streets 174th Lane, 174th Avenue West
off Round Lake (87-26)
b. Petition for improvement Colonial Creek (87-27)
c. Good Value escrow refund Hidden Creek East
d. Joint Pm,er Agreement Crooked Lake Addition
e. Stop Signs/133rd Avenue
f. Release grading escrow Hills of Bunker Lake Phase I
g. Creekside Estates (87-28)
h. CCO 87-2 for 87-22 Hills of Bunker Lake Phase II
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7 . HRA Meeting/By Laws
8. Approval of Minutes
9. Approval of Claims
10. Adjournment
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD NW. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (612) 755-5100
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The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover City Council was called
to order by Mayor Jerry Windschitl on July 21, 1987, 7:30 p.m., at the
Andover City Hal I, 1685 Crosstown BouJevard NW, Andover, Minnesota.
Councilmen present: Apel, EJ I lng, Orttel
Councilman absent: Knight
Also present: City Attorney, William G. Hawkins; City
Administrator, James Schrantz; and others
SWEAR-IN CEREMONY/M. APEL
Maynard ApeJ took the oath of office of Councilmember with the
swearing-In ceremony conducted by Attorney Hawkins. Couci lman Apel is
filling the unexpired term of Ted Lachlnski, who resigned from the
Counc i 1 In June.
RESIDENT FORUM
John Handorf. 16379 Ward Lake Drive - stated he and many residents
along Ward Lake Drive are here because they are upset with the way
Ward Lake Drive has been taken care of over the last few years. He
stated there has been no improvement in the last few years. When they
were before the Council four years ago, they were told the road would
be upgraded every year to improve the situation. Mr. Handorf stated
there are many trucks from the north end coming through Ward Lake
Drive, going at speeds in excess of 50 mph. Because of that, the road
Is in terrible condition. He stated unless someone cal Is the City,
the grader does not come out. Because of their unique situation, he
felt the road should be graded on a weekly basis.
Mayor WindschitJ explained all projects for paving the residential
streets north of Ward Lake Drive were terminated Jast Thursday until
the northern portion of Ward Lake Drive can be improved. The problem
with paving Ward Lake Drive is it Is very expensive, one estimate
being in excess of $1 mil lion. If the road were paved, it would
either have to be assessed to the residents, which he didn't think
would be acceptable, or paid for out of MSA funds. The Mayor felt
once the northern portion of Ward Lake Drive from Hanson Boulevard to
Audette's corner is paved, it may alleviate some of the problem with
trucks using the southern end of the road. He also stated that the
City has expended a lot of money on the southern portion of Ward lake
Drive for gravel.
Mr. Handorf - stated some people would disagree with that. He
stated the people don't necessarily want blacktop but Just some
Improvement to the road. Frank Stone, Public Works Supervisor,
Regular City Council Meeting
Ju1y 21, 1987 - Minutes
Page 2
(Resident Forum, Continued)
stated in 1985, 15 loads of CJass V were pJaced on the souther-n
one-fourth mIle and in some 10w splots. He expJained the problem now
with the sand underneath gIving way. He also noted the problem with
grading In the dry weather Is that withIn a few hours, the road Is
just as bad as It orlginaJly was.
Alan Palo. 16608 Ward Lake DrIve - stated there are four- holes
between County Road 18 and 170th that could use about sIx inches of
grave I . He was told about a month ago that the engIneer- was goIng to
look at those holes In the road. He thought 15 loads of Class V
Is not an excessive amount of effor-t put Into that road. He though t
adding some Class V to bInd the sand so it could be bladed wouJd go a
long way to helping that road. He didn't think there was a need to
talk about blacktop at this point, just norma I maintenance and Class V
added at least every two years. He felt that would resolve most of
the pr-oblem.
Mayor Wlndschltl stated the City can do normal maintenance out of the
ex i st! ng budget, but it cannot do an Improvement budget out of the
general fund. The MSA funding is received every year, and the Idea is
to see if there wI II be funds available to do the northern one-half
mile of Ward Lake Drive next year. The Mayor stated everyone agrees
i t Is not a good road, but the City does not have the funds to do
anything until State Aid funds are availabJe, hopefullY for the
northern portion next year. But he felt it would be a long time
before that southern portion can be bJacktopped because the monies are
not avaIlable.
Wayne Holmberq, 17011 Ward Lake Driye - asked if there could be a
maintenance plan and recognize that there needs to be more than the
normal maintenance on this road because of the sod trucks on that
road.
Mr. Stone stated they try to get It graded once a week, but because of
the sand, it does not hold. More raIn is needed to hold that road
together. C I ass V wi J I be placed in those holes in the next couple
weeks. No Counc i 1 action was taken.
Jim Perry, 3151 164th Lane - complained the restoration and
finishing on the street improvement project of 164th Lane has not been
done in a satisfactory way. The pavement should go to the end of the
easement, the boulevard is fuJI of weeds feeJing the black dirt and
seed were contaminated, and several driveways have not been connected
with the pavement. The contractor was supposed to finIsh in May, and
he has been complaining ever since. He and several other neighbors
pay to have their Jawn treated, and this situatIon is making the
situation worse.
Regular City CouncI1 MeetI ng
July 21, 1987 - MInutes
Page 3
(Resident Forum, Continued)
Tom Gronler. 3020 164th Lane - stated his driveway stops 5 feet
short of the street and 3 feet short of the apron. He has never been
asked If he wants that 3-foot area blacktopped, stating he defInitely
does what that f I]} ed In. Because he took the petItIon around to have
the Improvement done, he is being contacted by the neighbors who are
a]so upset and want to know when the job Is goIng to be fInished.
Counc i 1 discussion noted the fInal payment has not yet been made to
the contractor. The CIty Attorney and CIty EngIneer were dIrected to
notify the contractor; and If he does not complete the project, the
escrow funds wI}} be used to complete It.
John Lvnch. 5020 159th Avenue and John Galden. 5151 159th - both
approached the CouncIl statIng the no parkIng sIgns along 159th Avenue
has not resolved the sItuation with kids usIng the swing on the Rum
RIver and dIsruptIng the neIghborhood. They expressed frustration
that it seems no one is able to do anythIng about the problem. Mr.
Lynch stated Jack Buba, on whose property they park, would prefer
they not park there but Is concerned with the ramIficatIons If he does
somethIng. The rope swing is on Clyde SmIth's property, and It seems
he doesn't care to do anythIng about it. Last night there were 12 to
15 people sittIng on lawn chairs in the mIddle of the street. Mr.
Lynch stated he didn't even call the polIce. Saturday evenIng he saw
a car driving down the road, goIng on the curbs and makIng deep ruts
In his lawn. He did get the license plate number and filed a report.
Mr. Ga]den stated hIs house was broken into last Saturday for the
fIrst time ever. They park on his land. He was going to fence it,
but they stole the fence posts. He stated they a]so take down the No
Trespassing signs. He fe I tal ] of this is related to the rope swing
on the rIver. He also noted incidences of drinkIng, open fIres, use of
narcotics, etc. , and how it Is hidden and misrepresented when the
police do respond to a complaint.
Counc II discussed the situation and noted the frustration of the
polIce as well. Counc II agreed to extend the no parking along 159th
In an attempt to solve that problem. d' Arcy Bose] I , Zoning
AdmInistrator, showed pIctures of the tIre swing and the platform
constructed next to It. The constructIon of the platform is clearly a
violation, and the DNR wIll be takIng steps to have it removed. She
is meetIng with the DNR next Wednesday to discuss this matter.
Counc I 1 suggested Ms. Bosell speak with Larry Stenquist about the
situatIon.
Counc i I also agreed to place thIs item on the next regular meetIng
agenda to consider changing the ordinance to place No Parking signs
further down 159th. Counc i I also asked that the Attorney be given the
polIce reports regarding a11 incIdents relating to this Issue.
Regula. City Council Meeting
July 21, 1987 - Minutes
Page 4
AGENDA APPROVAL
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, to approve the Agenda as
written with the addition of 4k, Landf i 11 Fence. Motion carried
unanImously.
MEDIATION SERVICE - PRESENTATION/ANN WALLERSTEDT
Ann Walle.stedt, Directo. of the Mediation Service for Anoka County,
gave the Council information about their program, reviewed what they
have done to date, and asked Andover to consider funding the
o.ganization at 5 cents per capita. She explained they are a private,
non-profit Minnesota corporation and not part of the county structure.
Ms. Wallerstedt said disputes are attempted to be settled th.ough an
impartial facilitato., giving several illustrations of services
performed in Anoka County and in Andover.
Mayor Windschitl stated the budgeting process begins I n August, and
this wil I be given consideration. Ms. Wallerstedt asked if possible
that some funding could be provided for 1987 as well. Counc II agreed
to check the status of this year's budget to see if there are any
excess funds available.
Mr. Schrantz asked if this service would help the situation on 159th.
Those present felt it would be worth a try.
ANOKA COUNTY CHAMBER/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Tom Snell . Anoka Countv Chamber of Commerce - presented a flyer
Inviting the Council to attend the program when President Ford will be
speaking to the Chamber. M.. Snell also repo.ted the Chamber will
have a booth at the Business Trade Convention at the Mlnneapol is
Auditorium September 9 - II. They would like to have something to
give out from the City of Andover. He presented a sample community
profile done by East Bethel. If Andover would supply information
for a simlliar community profile, the Minnesota Department of Energy
and Economic Development will prepare the handout. Counc i I agreed
that should be done.
Mr. Sne] ] also reported on a program by the Minnesota Real Estate
Journal to do a market profile on cities the size of Andover. He
will be coming back In October to ask for permission for that
organization to interview businesses in the community to do a market
profile for Andover. The profile Is then distributed to 12,000 real
estate people in the uppe. midwest. This Is a] I done at no cost to the
City, as the journal is paid for by the sale of ads In the journal.
Regular City CounciJ Meeting
July 21, 1987 - Minutes
Page 5
ORDINANCE 8 AMENDMENT/HOUSING CONVERSION
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, an Ordinance amending
Ordinance No. 8, known as the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Andover
as presented regarding two-family home conversions. Motion carried
unanimously.
LORETTA MASON SPECIAL USE PERMIT
Maynard Ape] ~evlewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to
approve a Special Use permi t to sp lit the double bungalow located at
3555 134th Avenue Into two single famlJy units.
Loretta Mason - stated she has buyers for both units. She did get
the survey done, and they found the lot width to be somewhat different
than the party waJl agreement. That agreement will be changed to
refJect the correct lot widths. She stated she is also prepared to
Install the fire wa I J If this Is approved. There is a joint driveway,
but that has not been a problem In obtaining loan money by the buyers.
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by OrtteJ, a Resolution approving a
Special Use permit requested by Loretta Mason to sp I It the double
bungalow located at 3555 134th Avenue NW into two single-family units
as presented, with the correction on Item 2 of the variances, that it
should read 67.74 feet for one Jot and 82.26 feet for the other; and
that the appropriate park dedication fees be collected for both lots.
(See ResoJution R124-87) Motion carried unanimously.
KEN ANDERSON DISCUSSION/POLE BUILDING
Ken Anderson. 3207 174th Lane NW - asked for permission to erect a
pole building on his prope~ty. He presented a petItion signed by 33
individuals, which he stated represents all of his neighbors, stating
they had no objection to the pole buildIng. They have just over one
ac~e of land. He didn't know about the restriction when he moved out
there. He colJects antique tractors and needs to put them Inside a
building. Metal buildings are considerably cheaper than stick ones,
plus he fel t it could be built such that it can be very attractive.
Mrs. Anderson - also explained the building will barely be seen by
neighbors behind and In front of them because it will be In the trees.
Counc I J discussion noted the reason for not allowing pole building on
less than three acres of property. It was also brought out there are
no provisions to waive this requirement unless the ordinance is
changed. And If It we~e waived, there would be nothing to prevent the
construction of pole buildIngs any where else.
Regular City Council Meeting
July 21, 1987 - Minutes
Page 6
(Ken Anderson Discussion/Pole Building, Continued)
The genera] consensus of the Counc i I was to leave the ordinance as is,
noting there are other cities that are even more restrictive than
Andover. The Anderson's only recourse would be to construct a wood
structure.
The Andersons asked about the size Jimitatlons on wood structures and
whether that could be varied to enlarge it. Counc II suggested they
speak wi th the Building Official, noti ng there Is a variance provision
on that item. No Counc II action was taken.
EDWARD WALLUM/LOT IN NORDEEN'S ADDITION
Edward Wa I 1 um. 15619 Kumquat Street - didn't think he was being
treated fairly in the City's offer to purchase his property. He
stated in looking at his mobile home, it is better than three out of
the four being purchased by the City. Also, he feJt his garage is In
better condition. He purchased the property with the Intent to pay
off the land and then build a house on the Jot. He has done a lot of
work on the inside of his mobile home, restoring the entire inside.
Mr. Wal lum stated he was first offered $21,900, which is less than he
paid for it, and was then sent a purchase contract for $23,000, which
he sti II felt Is too low for his property. He stated he felt his lot
is worth considerably more because of the work done inside the mobile
home, the fruit trees, qu i te corner lot, etc.
Mayor Wlndschltl indicated the City Attorney Is handl i ng the
appraisals and the negotiations, not the Counc II . Mr. Hawkins
reviewed the events to date relating to his offer to purchase this
property. This Is a cash purchase, which results In a lower purchase
price. He doesn't know how much Mr. Wallum Is asking for, but he Is
offering 15 percent over the appraisal already. Mr. Hawkins stated
another appraisal is being done on all four properties to comply with
the CDBG funding, so he wi II be getting a second opinion on that
appraisal.
Mr. Wallum - stated he has viewed the other three parceJs. His
mobi Ie home Is three to five years older than the other one, but he
has totally remodeled the Inside to the point that I t Jooks new. He
again stated he didn't think he was being treated fairly.
Stan Osmundson. across the street from Mr. Wallum - stated he is
only an acquaintance of Mr. Wallum, but he has lived there eight
years. Of the four places, he thought Mr. Wallum's was the neatest
and nicest. In his mind, he thought the appraisal and amount of the
proposed purchase was way off base.
Regular City Council Meeting
July 21, 1987 - Minutes
Page 7
(Edward Walluffi/Lot in Nordeen's Addition, Continued)
Dennis Hlnsted- stated he lives with Mr. Wallum. He said it was one
and a half months after Mr. Wallum purchased the place before they
could move In because everything had to be cleaned, and he reviewed
all the work that was done in the mobile home. He too stated It is a
nice lot with lots of nice trees, especially compared to the three
other lots. He questioned why Mr. Wallum is being offered so lit tIe
compared to the others.
Counc II discussion with those present and the City Attorney were that
the appraisals were all done by one Individual, that the Jot prices
were virtually the same for all lots, that It appears Mr. Wallum's
mobile home was older and therefore appraised less, and that the
Counc II Is not in a position to negotiate but wi I I make the final
decision. If Mr. WaJlum does not accept the offer, the Counc I 1
has the choice of either acquiring It through eminent domain or not to
buy It at all. Mr. Hawkins also briefly reviewed the eminent domain
procedure.
Mr. Wa I I um - sti II felt his property is worth more, stating he would
settle for an average of what the others are getting. He stated he
would not accept $23,000. He again stated he didn't feel he was being
treated fairly because the inside of his mobile home is considerably
nicer than the others even if i t is several years older, plus the lot
itself is nicer. He asked just why there is such a discrepancy in the
appraisals.
Counc II agreed to wait until the other appraisals are done to see i f
there is any discrepancy. No further action was taken.
Counc I 1 recesed at 9:25; reconvened at 9:34 p.m.
COLONIAL CREEK SPECIAL USE PERMIT
Maynard Apel reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to
approve the special use permit for a Planned Unit Development to allow
a golf course, residential uses and Neighborhood Business use in
Colonial Creek.
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Orttel, a Resolution approving a
Special Use Permit requested by Woodland Development for a Planned
Unit Development for the property being pJatted as Colonial Creek, as
presented. <See Resolution R125-87) Motion carried unanimously
COLONIAL CREEK PRELIMINARY PLAT
Maynard Apel reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to
approve the preliminary plat of Colonial Creek, noting the residents'
concerns for traffic patterns through the NorthGlen neighborhoods,
espec i a 1 I y 138th Lane.
Regular City Council Meeting
July 21, 1987 - Minutes
Page 8
(Colonia] Creek Preliminary Plat, Continued)
Attorney Hawkins was of the opinion that It would be allowable to
place a road through the City Park as proposed by the developer.
Stuart Kinkade - was concerned about the effect of this plat on his
neIghborhood. He fe]t the peop]e from this plat will come down their
street to get to Bunker Lake Boulevard and to the shopping center to
avoid the stop ] ight. He would like to see that problem addressed at
this time rather than after the fact a year from now. Some proposals
have been to cuI de sac 138th, to sign 138th as a one way to the east,
or cut off the access to the bank on Quay.
Mayor Wlndschltl stated one proposal he heard was to construct a
service road just south of Colonla] Creek and Northglen to connect
Quay with the stub now going to the Adolfson property line. He was
opposed to that solution because it would make the commercial lot just
east of Quay unbulldable and it would be extremely costly for the City
to purchase that property and construct such a road. Mr. Schrantz
felt no decision can be made on that proposal untl I it is known what
Mr. Adolfson and the owner of the adjacent commercial lot plan to do
with their property. Possibly the two parcels would be joined.
Larv Carlson. Developer - stated Mr. Adolfson asked for the stub
street to his property, but he doesn't know Mr. Adolfson's plans.
Counci I, the Engineers, and Mr. Kinkade discussed the possible traffic
patterns through that vicinity. This was discussed again later.
Discussion was then on the Park Board recommendation. Mr. Kinkade
stated the $10,000 cash plus reduced green fees for Andover residents
for five years was a compromise. The reduced green fees equates to
approximately $25,000 of services.
Mr. Carlson - reviewed his proposal to the Park Board, originally
opting for a cash dedication. The reduct I on in green fees to Andover
resIdents is $25,000 based on one-fourth of the fees coming from
Andover. However, he feels as much as one-half could be from Andover
usage, which would bring his contribution to $50,000. But he is
willing to accept that exposure. In addition, he said he would do the
lion's share of the work in cleaning up the large area to the north.
The parking lot on the north end of 142nd is private off-street
parking for users of the course. It wi I I be locked at night.
Discussion then returned to the traffic issue on 138th Lane. A
one-way street and stop signs to discourage traffic were both
discussed, as wel I as speculation on what traffic patterns wi]]
emerge through both NorthGlen and Colonial Creek. It was finally
agreed to do nothing for traffic control at this time, preferring to
address the situation once the development is comp]eted and traffic
patterns are established.
Regular City Council Meetl ng
Ju]y 21, 1987 - Minutes
Page 9
(Colonial Creek Preliminary Plat, Continued)
Mr. Kinkade - asked for a daily count of traffic on their street at
this time for a base count to work from. Counc i I agreed.
MOTION by Apel, Seconded by Elling, a Resolution approving the
Preliminary Plat of Colonial Creek being developed by Woodland
Development in Section 32-32-24 as drawn up, indicating variances for
lot depth for Lots 4, 9, 14 and 19, Block 13 and for average lot depth
for Lot 34, Block 13 and Lot 1 , Block 14, and the resolution also
notes the caveats as outlined by the Park Board, deleting references
to permits being obtained from the Corps of Engineers and approval by
the Coon Creek Wastershed Board. <See Resolution RI26-87) Motion
carried unanimously.
WOODLAND DEVELOPMENT LOT SPLIT
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Apel, a Resolution approving a lot
split requested by Woodland Development and Meadow Creek Baptist
Church for the property described as that part of the southwest
quarter of the northwest quarter lying west of the east 777.28 feet as
measured at right angles to the east line thereof. All in Section 33,
Township 32, Range 24, Anoka County, Minnesota, except the south
360.00 feet of the west 240.00 feet as measured at right angles to the
south and west lines thereof. Subject to easements of record. <See
Resolution R127-87) Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Apel, a Reso]ution approving a lot
split requested by Woodland Development and Meadow Creek Baptist
Church for property described as the east 777.28 feet of the south
2043.41 feet of the west half of the northwest quarter of Section 33,
Township 32, Range 24, Anoka County, Minnesota, as measured at right
angles to the west and south lines of said northwest quarter. Except
the east 400.00 feet of the south 433,99 feet thereof. Also, the
north 954.42 feet of the south 2043.41 feet of that part of the east
half of the northwest quarter of Section 33, Township 32, Range 24,
Anoka County, Minnesota, lying southerly and westerly of the
center]ine of Coon Creek. Subject to easements of record, if any.
<See Resolution RI28-87) Motion carried unanimously.
PETITION FOR IMPROVEMENT - COLONIAL CREEK/IP87-27
MOTION by EJling, Seconded by Orttel, a Resolution declaring
adequacy of petition and ordering preparation of a feasibi]ity report
for the improvements of watermain, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, and
streets with concrete curbs and gutters, Project No. 87-27, In the
Colonial Creek Plat area. (See Resolution RI29-87) Motl on carr i ed
unanimously.
Regular City Council Meeting
July 21, 1987 - Minutes
Page 10
RELEASE GRADING ESCROW/HILLS OF BUNKER LAKE PHASE I
MOTION by Orttei, Seconded by Elling, that we refund the $6,000
grading escrow for Hills of Bunker Lake, Phase I. Motion carried
unanimously.
CCO 87-2 FOR 87-22/HILLS OF BUNKER LAKE PHASE II
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Orttel, that we approve the Change
Order for Hills of Bunker Lake Phase 2. DISCUSSION:
John DavIdson, TKDA, explained the change order under Project 87-2 for
the 2nd Phase of HIlJs of Bunker Lake Includes everythIng except
street surfacing and curb and gutter. He preferred not having that
change ordered at that time in the event there are some other
unforeseen problems in Project 87-2.
Councilmen Orttel and Elling WITHDREW the Second and the Motion.
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Orttel, a Resolution approving finaJ
plans and specIfications and ordering award for bids for Project
87-22, for watermain, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer by Change Order
to Project 87-2. <See Resolution RI30-87) Motion carried
unanimously.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, approve a Change Order No. 1
to the 87-2 Project In the amount of $198.515 as presented by TKDA.
Motion carried unanimously.
LOCAL OIL VARIANCE
MOTION by EJllng, Seconded by Orttel, a Resolution approving a
Variance requested by Local Oil Company for Lot 2, BJock 1, Local Oil
Addition for the purpose of al lowing a 35-foot driveway, an increase
of 5 feet over the proposal. <See Resolution RI31-87) Motion carried
unanimously.
LANDFILL FENCE
Mayor Windschitl stated they are getting ready to fence the landfiJl,
but a portion of it may encroach onto city property. They would like
permission to do so.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, the CounciJ authorize the
PollutIon Control Agency and Its subordInates or the SW-28 Group, to
encroach onto City-owned property as needed to fence the landfill
area. MotIon carried unanimously.
Regular City Council Meeting
July 21, 1987 - Minutes
Page 11
UNNECESSARY ACCELERATION ORDINANCE
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, introducing an Ordinance
prohibiting the starting or accelerating of any motor vehicle with an
unnecessary exhibition of speed; providing penalties for violation,
subJect to its updating by the City Attorney. Motion carried
unanimously.
GRADING AND FILLING PERMIT
d'Arcy Bosel I, Zoning Administrator, stated three ordInances requI~e
grading and filling permits, and the City does not have a permit form
to be fil led out. She stated the proposed form Is recommended by the
DNR, and she revIewed examples of erosIon along the Rum RIver where
gradIng and filling was done without a plan In place.
Council generally felt the requirements of the form were too detailed
and complicated and would require the applicant to spend a Jot of
money to fill It out. Some felt if It is too complicated, people will
just ignore It. They asked that the Staff simplify the form and
its requirements for consideration at the next regular meeting.
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Orttel, to table thIs item. Motion
carried unanimouslY.
PETITION FOR STREETS -- 174TH LANE. 174TH AVENUE/IP87-26
Because the petition was declared Inadequate, no Council actIon was
taken.
GOOD VALUE ESCROW REFUND/HIDDEN CREEK EAST
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Orttel, that we refund $36,000 of the
unused portion of the $42,000 escrow to Good Value for Hidden Creek
East, ProJect 87-1. MotIon carried unanimously.
JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT/CROOKED LAKE
Council was concerned about enterIng into an agreement when the
operation and maintenance costs are unknown. Attorney Hawkins
recommended a termination condition be placed in the agreement.
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Apel, that we table this Item and
direct the staff to come back with some more specifIc costs and
numbers and modIfIcatIons as to the Attorney's concerns. Motion
carried unanimously.
Regular City Council Meetl ng
July 21, 1987 - Minutes
Page 12
INDUSTRIAL PARK PRELIMINARY PLAT
Mr. Schrantz stated the Andover Review Committee raised some concern
about two access from the Industrial Park onto Verdin. Also, the
County is wanting 60 feet of right of way rather than the pr-oposed 50
feet.
Counc i I briefly discussed the sketch plan of the Industrial Park. It
was agreed to leave the road configur-ation as proposed, feeIing that
traffic fIow would be the best for the development. Also, the county
indicated they had no problem with both entrances onto a county r-oad.
Counc i I also felt the 50-foot r-ight of way would be sufficient for an
urban street. Mr. Davidson noted the preliminar-y plat of the
Industr-ial Park is scheduled before the Planning and Zoning Commission
at their next meeting.
Counc i I also felt if some agreement can be reached with the property
owner to the east and north of the Sonterre property regarding
easement for the extension of the main road east of Thrush, that road
should be constructed as far east as possible.
Ceci I Heidelberqer - stated Merril I Lynch has someone interested in
developing his property. But they want some written assurances from
the City as to the City's participation regarding tax increment
financing in the development. Mayor Windschi t1 stated the newly
hired planner wi] I be wor-king on a plan for the City's participation
in tax increment f i nanc i ng. This item is to be on the next regular
Counc i 1 agenda, August 4, for consideration.
Discussion with the Heidelberger's was also on what is taking place
wi th the Tonson oper-ation. Mr. Heidelberger stated no tires have been
shredded from the back for months, but the larger tires are now being
brough t in and placed in the back. Ms. Bosel J stated she is meeting
wi th the DNR on this matter, as Mr. LaPanta of Tonson is in default of
his agreement with the PCA on the removal of the tires.
CREEKSIDE ESTATES/IP87-28
John Davidson, TKDA, reviewed the proposed Creekside Estates plat,
r-ecommending a change order to Project 87-4, Woodridge Acres street
improvement, to complete this project.
Counc i I discussed two main items: the proposal to maintain the
existing horseshoe on Quinn Drive and Osage and the cuI de sac at the
end of Osage. After- some discussion on the cuI de sac as to whether
it should be constructed at the ver-y end, pulled eastward as much as
possible, or eliminated and made aT-IntersectIon Instead, it was
agreed to retain the cuI de sac as proposed at the most westerly end
of the easement. The easement for Osage to the western property line
would be retained for snow removal, etc. , but no additional easement
for the bouievard would be retained outside the cuI de sac i tsel f.
Regular City Council Meeting
July 21, 1987 - Minutes
Page 13
(Creekside Estates, IP87-28, Continued)
Mr. Davidson aiso felt the drainage would be more easily managed if
the horseshoe at Osage was made an intersection. It wou I d a I so be
di ff i cu 1 t to keep the horeshoe and get the full street right of way
through there. He reviewed the drainage between Lots 4 and 5, not i ng a
discharge permi t wi I] be needed from the Coon Creek Watershed Board.
Counc i I agreed to the plat as proposed.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Apel 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 gutters, Project No. 87-28 in Creekside Estates as
prepared. (See Resolution RI32-87) Motion carried on a 3-Yes,
I-Present (Windschlt]) vote.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Apel, a Resolution accepting
feasibility study, waiving public hearing, ordering improvements and
directing preparation of plans and specifications for the improvement
of sanitary sewer, watermaln, storm drainage, and streets with
concrete curb and gutter of Creekside Estates, Project 87-28. (See
Resolution RI33-87) Motion carried on a 3-Yes, I-Present (Wlndschitl)
vote.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, a Reaolutlon approving final
plans and specifications and ordering award for bids for Project
87-28, for watermain, sanitary sewer, storm drain, and streets with
concrete curb and gutter by change order to Project 87-4. (See
Res01ution RI34-87) Motion carried on a 3-Yes, I-Present (Windschit1)
vote.
CITY HALL ADDITION
David Almgren, Building Inspector, reviewed the plans that were drawn
for the addition to the west side of City Hall for additional off ice
space. He received one quote, which does not include moving the
spetic system or removing the sprinkler lines, for $48,325. Wi th
additional furniture and moving the sprinkler system and septic
system, he estimated a total cost of $60,000.
Counc I I generally agreed with what was submitted and directed Mr.
Almgren to proceed and to obtain bids.
Regular City Council MeetIng
July 21, 1987 - Minutes
Page 14
STOP SIGNS/133RD AVENUE
Counc 11 reviewed a map showing the location of the signs. M..
Schrantz stated the Installation of the signs was part of the Coon
Rap 1 ds proj ect. Those locations are westbound on 133rd Avenue at the
proposed County road, northbound on Osage Street at 133rd Avenue, and
northbound on Shenandoah Boulevard at 133rd Avenue.
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Apel, that we install the three stop
signs In the three locations as presented. MotIon carried
unanImously.
Counc i I recessed at this time to convene the HRA meeting. 12:04 a.m.
The regular meeting was reconvened at 12:07 a.m.
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Apel, to approve Checks 13023 to 13122
for a total of $665,078.18. MotIon carried unanimously.
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Orttel, to adjourn. Motion carried
unanImously.
MeetIng adjourned at 12: 10 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Marcella A. Peach
Recording Secretary