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<- REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - DECEMBER 20, 1988
AGENDA
7:30 P.M. 1. Call to order
2. Resident Forum
3. Agenda Approval
4. Approval of Minutes
5. Discussion Items
a. Woodland Meadows Street Light Hearing, Cont.
b. Public Hearing/Woodland Ridge Street Lights
c. Public Hearing/Woodland Terrace Street Lights
d. Mashuga Driveway Discussion, Cont.
e. Dog Complaint
f. Rise, Inc. Presentation
g. Ordinance 23 Amendment
h. Five Year MSA Construction Program
i. Appoint Member/CCWD Advisory Committee
j . Northern Mayors Assn./Economic Development
Authority
k. zoning Issue/S. Foyt
9:00 p.m. HRA Meeting
6 . Staff, Committee, Commission
a. Northern Mayors Assoc. TIF policy
b. Junkyard License Renewals
c. Cigarette & Non-Intox. Liquor License Renewals
d. Computer Discussion
e. Snow Removal Ordinance
f. Award Bids/Building Department Car
g. Award Bid/Trailer Demolition
h. Award Bid/Fire Department Vehicle
7. Non-Discussion Items
a. Approve Change Orders: 87-11 ; 88-1; 88-8;
88-13 ; 87-21
b. Accept Easements
c. Order Feasibility/Red Oaks Manor 6th Addn.
d. Release of Damages/Forest Meadows Park/MITS
e.
8 . Approval of Claims
9. Adjournment
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C}\ CITY of ANDOVER
1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD NW. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304· (612) 755-5100
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - DECEMBER 20. 1988
MINUTES
The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover City CounciI was ca I led
to order by Mayor Jerry Windschitl on December 20. 1988, 7:30 p.m., at
the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover,
Minnesota.
Councilmen present: Ape1, EI ling, Knight, Or tt e I
Councilman absent: None
Also present: City Attorney, Wi I I iam G. Hawkins: TKDA Engineer,
John Rodeberg: Assistant City Engineer, Todd
Haas: City Planner, Jay Blake: City
Administrator, James Schrantz: and others
RESIDENT FORUM
Charlie Velman - reviewed the information provided for the Counci I
on the Senior Citizens Housing report. Baslca11y, the study showed
only 1.7 percent of the peop1e In the northern Anoka County area are
senior citizens. The result is there does not appear to be an
interest nor the finances to warrant senior citizen housing In the
area. When such housing is needed, it was found the most desirab1e
location is in the area of the Assembly of God Church In Andover.
Mr. Velman felt It would be wise to 100k at the matter again In five
to ten years.
Mr. Veiman then gave a humerous narrative on several happenings in the
City this past year, and thanked the Council for the hours of service
given to the City, especially thanking Mayor Windschitl for his years
of service.
Winslow Holasek - reported on the last meeting of the Coon Creek
Watershed and of the Board's proposal to hire viewers to do a
redetermination of benefits on Ditches 57, 58 and 59 to payoff the
deficit balances on those ditches. The proposal would be to 1evy up to
$40,000 a year on each of the ditches until the debts are paid off.
The deficit amounts to $300.000 to $400,000, and It cannot be 1evled
under the 509 Capi tal Improvements Program procedure. Mr. Holasek
felt the irony of the proposal Is the cost of the viewers would be
about $55,000, and a portion of the deficit is to payoff a $100,000,
11 percent interest loan from the county. But about $64.000 of that
loan has been reinvested and is earning about 5 percent Interest.
If this is approved, there is the potential of two assessments to the
residents. this one plus any project that would be ordered. He felt
there has been a terrible mismanagement of funds by the Board and that
the City should Jook into this matter further.
Regular CI ty Counci I !'Jeetlng
December 20. 1988 - !1inutes
Page 2
(Resident Forum. Continued)
The Counci 1 discussed the matter in more detai 1. also questioning how
such a large deficit was incurred and the financing management by the
Watershed Board. The question was also raised on the interpretation
of the maintenance fund as to whether the proposal for redetermination
of benefits can be used to reduce a deficit that is not related to
maintenance.
Jack McKelvv - stated at the last meeting the Watershed Board
removed Ditch 58 from the calculations. as there is enough money in
the general fund to cover that deficit. But the Board did not approve
the proposal because some members wanted approval from the cities
first. mainly Andover. Other members thought Andover had already
aoreed to the proposal. Mr. McKelvy understood the Board's intent is
to contact the City for a written opinion on the matter.
The Counc i I stated the only approval they have given Is to the new
formula on projects: but this proposal Is totally different and no
statement has been given regarding the redetermination of benefits.
After further discussion. it was agreed to wait for the Watershed
Board to approach the City on this item. No further action was taken.
RoseJla Sonstebv. 4151 141st Avenue NW - read a prepared statement
stating she has been discriminated against in several ways by the City
of Andover. She fe 1 t that discrimination occurred in her recent court
case against the City on the assessment for the Dehn's Pond storm
drainage project, alleging improprieties by the Off i ce of the City
Attorney toward the engineering firm that determined whether she
received benefit in that project. She concluded that she had been
treated underhandedly and wi 11 not get justice unti] she appeals the
case outside of Anoka County.
Counci Iman E1 1 ing and Mr. Schrantz then presented a plaque of
appreciation to Mayor Windschitl for his years of public service and
dedication to the City of Andover.
AGErmA APPROVAL
The fo] lowing changes were agreed to: Delete Item 5e. Dog Complaint:
Add Items 51. Round Lake Snowmob1 Ie Problem; 5m. Hidden Creek
Ordinance 8 Amenduent/Rezoning; and 6i. Special Meeting/December 27.
!10TIor, by OrtteJ, Seconded by Knight. to approve the Agenda as
amended. Motion carried unanimously.
Regular City Council Meeting
December 20. 1988 - Minutes
Page 3
WOODLAND MEADOWS STREET LIGHT HEARING
Mr. Schrantz reviewed the proposed costs for street 1 ighting in
Woodland Meadows. noting it would be $72.77/year/lot for the first
five years, After that the cost of the street J ight itself. $10.10
per light per month, would be eliminated. The bil ling could be done
annua11y i f the Counc i J chooses. AEC wi 1] be considering less
frequent billing to the City in the future. AEC has also agreed to
insta 1 I the lights under its present poI icy,
Mr. Schrantz then noted the most recent petition received from the
area with 20 against the project and 13 in favor. No letter has been
received from Lary Carlson. the owner of the vacant lots. There are
77 10ts: 37 bui Jding permits have been issued and 33 lots are
represented on the petition.
Jim Posh. 17170 Uplander - stated he never saw the second petition.
He is in favor of the project,
Larrv Linde. 17595 Partridqe - never saw the first petition but is
on the second,
Counc i I noted in keeping with policy and with a maJority opposing the
project, the project will not be ordered: and there wi 11 be no further
consideration of it until the residents petition for it again.
MOTION by Orttel. Seconded by Apel. that the Counc i 1 terminate
consideration of the street I i gh t i ng of the Woodland Meadows
subdivision until such time as a majority of the property owners In
the area express an interest in having the area lighted. (See
Resolution R282-88) Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING/WOODLAND RIDGE STREET LIGHTS
11r. Schrantz reviewed the proposed costs for street Jlghting in
Woodland Ridge. noting it would be $54.60/year/lot for the first five
years. After that the cost of the street 1 ight itself, $5.06 per
I ight per month, would be eliminated. Mr. Haas stated there was a
majority petition for this project.
? Woodland Ridoe - understood the lots off Verdin were not
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being assessed because they are not benefited. He also stated a
preference for annual bi I ling, rather than quarterly. Mayor Windschitl
stated it is true that the two Jots wi I i not benefit and wi Jl not be
assessed.
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Apel. that we approve the installation
of street lights in Woodland Ridge as presented. (See ResoJution
R283-88) Motion carried unanimously.
Regular City Council ~Jeetin9
December 20. 1988 - Minutes
Page 4
PUBLIC HEARING/WOODLAND TERRACE STREET LIGHTS
!1r. Schrantz reviewed the proposed costs for street 1 ighting In
WoodJand Terrace. noting it would be $45.04/year/lot for the first
five years. After that the cost of the street 1 ight i tse If, $9.18 per
I ight per month. would be el iminated.
Garv Jay. 13314 Silverrod Court - asked about the style of 1 ight
that would be installed. Mayor Windschitl explained the standard.
noting I t wi 1 I be the same as in Woodland Creek.
? - asked if the entrance onto Woodland Terrace off Bunker Lake
Boulevard would be 1 i t as we I I . Mayor Windschitl stated that it would
be. and the City pays for lights on street entrances onto county
roads. Mr. Schrantz then showed a map on the overhead of the exact
location of each light.
" - asked who does the maintenance on the lights, Mayor
Windschitl stated it wi JI be done by Anoka E1ectric.
Arlene Johnson - asked i f the park would be I ighted too. or just the
one off Narcissus. She didn't feeJ just the one on the street would
be sufficient for the park. Mayor Windschitl noted there is no
proposal to light inside the park. If that is a concern of the
residents. they can bring it up before the Park Board. If the Park
Board orders I ights for the park, it wou I d come from their budget and
not be bi J led to the residents.
Mr. Haas stated there was a majority In favor on the petition. but did
not have the exact numbers in front of him.
? - stated she helped with the petition. stating it was about 98
percent in favor.
MOTION by OrtteJ, Seconded by EI ling, that the Counc i I direct the
instal lation of street I i gh tin g to be instal led in the Woodland
Terrace subdivision and with the costs of same to be bi 11 ed on the
normal quarterly utility billing. (See Reso1ution R284-88) Motion
carried unanimously,
MASHUGA DRI''¡EWAY DISCUSSION. CONTINUED
Dale Mashuaa - stated he talked with the County Highway Department
and was unable to reach an agreement. The County is definitely
against changing the driveway.
~1ayor W j ndsch it J recommended cutting the concrete back to the
expansion joints to resolve the turning radius problem. He though t i t
wou1d be relatively simple to saw off the concrete. Mr. !1ashuga stated
that would be better than what he has now.
Regular Ci ty Counci I Meeting
December 20. 1988 - Minutes
Page 5
(Mashuga Driveway Discussion, Continued)
MOTIor¡ by Orttel. Seconded by EI ling. that we authorize an
expenditure to cut the curb ack approximately 2 feet on each side of
the Mashuga Driveway on Crosstown Boulevard to widen i t to better fit
the pre-existing driveway. DISCUSSION: Mr. Rodeberg did not know the
cost of cutting the concrete and did not know who they could get to do
it.
Councilmen EI ling and Orttel WITHDREW the Second and the Motion.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Elling, that we direct the engineering
firm of TKDA to get us a cost estimate for the widening of the Mashuga
driveway, Motion carried unanimously.
RISE. IrlC. PRESENTATION
Don Masterson. !'Iayor of Spring Lake Park and on the Board for Rise.
Inc. , explained the purpose of Rise, Inc. , and reviewed their $1.8
million capital fund compaign to meet the increasing demand for their
services. He asked the City to consider al locating some of its CDBG
funds toward this fund campaign, noting 11 Andover residents are
their cl ientel, 8 of which are being provided transportation by the
Rise Transportation System. Mr. Masterson stated they are not asking
for any specific amount but are recommending a contribution of 50
cents per capita as a guldeiine,
No Counci 1 action was taken at this time, agreeing to look at i t
further when the CDBG funding is considered in eariy 1989.
ORDI11ANCE 23 AMErlDt.JENT
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Knight, approval of Amendment to
Ordinance 23 as presented. Motion carried unanimousiy.
d'Arcy Bosell. Zoning Administrator, explained her recommendation to
review Ordinance 23 regarding shelters, permi t fees. and the
Horseman's Councii. which to her knowledge, as not met in years.
Counc i I recom~ended those who were appointed to the Horseman's Council
be asked for their comments as to whether that counc i I should remain
in force.
MOTION by £lling, Seconded by Knight, that we move this to the
Planning and Zoning Commission for their approva] and recommendations.
that the P & Z contact members from the Horseman's Council for
information on it if we want to maintain it or to get their input Into
It. MotIon carried unanimously.
Regular City Council Heetlng
December 20, 1988 - Minutes
Page 6
FIVE-YEAR MSA CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM
~Iayor Windschitl stated the Road Committee has not met and did not
make the recommendations before the Counc i 1 on the five-year MSA
construction program. He felt there vli I 1 be opposition on the
proposal of University between 157th and 163rd and that 165th between
VaJley Drive and Round Lake Boulevard should be the next priority, not
the last. Counc i I agreed the Road Committee should make a
recommendation.
HOTION by Knight, Seconded by EI ling, to refer this back to the Road
Committee. Motion carried unanimously.
APPOINT MEMBER/CCWD ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MOTION by Elling. Seconded by Knight, that we appoint Winslm.¡
Holasek to serve on the Coon Creek Watershed Advisory Committee.
Motion carried unanimously.
NORTHERN MAYORS ASSOCIATION/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Counc i I felt there were benefits that could be derived from this
association, but they were also concerned about the total dol I ars
allocated for lobbying. A sum of almost $5.000 has already been
approved to Join the Anoka County LegIslative Coalition, and no funds
have been allocated in the budget.
It was agreed to carry this item to the new year to al low the new
Council to act on it.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by EI ling. that we continue this until
January. Motion carried unanimously,
ZONING ISSUE/S, FOYT
Scot t Fovt. 14424 Prairie Road NW - read a prepared statement,
asking the Council to forgo crimina] prosecution under Ordinance 8 to
allow him time to clean up his property. He explained he enjoys
restoring and tinkering with old cars and trucks. He stated he has
been working to ai leviate the probIem, having alreadY removed some of
the vehicles from the property and cleaned up some of the debris and
junk left by the previous owner. There is stll I over 3/4 of an acre
of tornado damages. plus an old accessory buiIding that adds to the
problem.
Regular City Council Meeting
December 20. 1988 - Minutes
Page 7
(Zoning Issue/S. Foyt, Continued)
~!r. Foyt stated he misunderstood the instruction to report back to the
City on the progress made, stating he felt he could comply by December
22 to the point of entering a not guiltyplea in court. But because
of his work schedule. he has been unable to complete the project, He
mace three proposals for Counc i I consideration to avoid taking this
matter to court: 1) that he would be granted several weeks to bring
the property into compliance -- January 15 or January 30 because of
the weather: 2) that he be given until spring which would al low him
time to build an accesssory building and build a fencing screen for
some of his construction vehicles. Mr. Foyt stated he is financially
abJe to construct the accessory building at this time and has the
financing lined up for an addition onto his house: 3) that he be
granted a special use permit to construct an accessory building, 40x60
feet, before the expansion of the principal structure. He would like
the accessory building to be as large as the princlpal structure wi th
the proposed addition, Then he would remove the present accessory
structure.
Ideally, Mr. Foyt stated he would first insta J ] the accessory bui Iding
immediatelY, then excavate and construct the expansion to his house.
then remove a I I the items from the present accessory bui Iding and
around the yard. finaJ]y grade and Jandscape In the spring. His
ul tlmate goal is to clean up the area and enhance the beauty of the
property. He also explained that he is in construction, proposing a
sma] J screened area for a truck that he wouJd bring home evenings
rather than crive it up to Zimmerman. He stated he does not intend to
run a business out of his home, but he does have an office there.
Mr. Foyt also stated there are stil I 14 vehicles on the site right
now, They are al I operable, licensed and insured except one which is
Just operable but not licensed.
Counci I generally was not in favor of varying from the ordinance to
allow the construction of the accessory building any larger than the
size of the existing principal structure. They agreed the accessory
bullding couJd be added onto i f the size of the principal structure
increased. They also questioned whether the fencing for vehicles is
al Jowed under the ordinance, thinking that it is not al10wed in
residentlaJ areas. only commercial. Counc i I asked that that be
researched. Another issued raised was parking co~mercial vehicles in
a residential area. aSking that that also be researched. There was
also some concern on the part of the Counc i I that this not turn into
another reduction yard.
Attorney Hawkins advised prosecution has not yet begun. After
further discussion, the Council and !1r, Foyt reached an agreement that
he would be given unti I January 31, 1989, to clean up the property.
The Counc i 1 also indicated they would not have a problem with the
construction of a new accessory building prior to the removal of the
existing one i f the security was sufficient to assure that removal.
Regular City Counc i 1 Meeting
December 20, 1988 - Minutes
Page 8
(Zoning Issue/S. Foyt, Continued)
!10TIQ!, by Apel. Seconded by Knight, that the Counc i I allow Mr. Foyt
to have until January 31, 1989. to come into compliance with our
Ordinance 8: and if he then decides to go forward and build an
accessory bui Iding and expand his house, we can take this up at that
time. But for now, he should be in compliance by January 31. Motion
carried unanimously.
Counc i 1 recessed at 9:35 to conduct a Housing and Redevelopment
Authority meeting. The meeting reconvened at 9:57 p,m.
POUnD LAKE SNOWMOBILE PROBLEM
d'Arcy Bosell, Zoning Administrator. reviewed her December 20, 1988.
memorandum to the Council regarding the problem with snowmobi les
racing at high speeds on Round Lake. The current ordinance does not
allow speeds in excess of 50 mph: however, the County does not have a
radar gun, so enforcement is next to impossible. A recommended
solution has been to not allow snowmobiles on the lake at alJ.
Counc i 1 discussion was on the problem and possibIe solutions. Mayor
WlndschitJ noted the lake is also used a lot by surrounding property
owners wi thout a problem, and he did not want to 1 imi t their use
because of a problem being caused by others. It was the Council's
feeling that many of the violators are not City residents, and that
the racing Is not an off Icial or sponsored event,
A suggestion was to eliminate the activity rather than el iminate
snowmobiles entirelY. Another idea was to hoJd an informational
meeting with the surrounding residents to get their opinions as to
what should be done. Counc i 1 also discussed the possibi lity of
closing off the access to the lake off Round Lake Boulevard in hopes
that that would keep the abusers off the lake: however. some noted
that would also affect those wanting to fish on the lake.
The Attorney was asked to come up with a definition of snowmobiles
using radar so such activities can be limited on Round Lake. This
item was discussed again later in the meeting.
JUNKYARD LICEnSE RENEWALS
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Apel, approval of Junkyard Licenses
for 1989 for Anoka Auto Wrecking. ATV Salvage, Mom's Auto Salvage and
Wilber Auto Parts. DISCUSS ION: A gentJeman from ATV stated there is
a traileron the Tonson TIre property that has been used as an office.
Regular Ci ty Counci I Meetino
December 20. 1988 - Minutes
Page 9
(Junkyard License Renewals, Continued)
If he purchased that trai ler. would he be allowed to move it to his
property and use i t as an office? He would be able to take down the
fence and move the trailer dlrectJy onto his property. The Council
noted that trailer was never intended to be permanent and there was a
time period for the use of that trailer. No mobile homes are alloHed
as a permanent place of business. Motion carried on a 4-Yes, 1-No
(Or t t e 1 , noting the items of noncompliance listed by the Fire Marshal)
vote,
COMPUTER DISCUSSION
Jim Stern, Chapel Consulting, reviewed a draft letter to Ameridata
regarding the negotiations with them to resolve the problems with the
City's computer system. The proposal is that Ameridata would replace
the City's existing computer with a col J ection of new and used PC
hardware and software and refund $22,250 less any amounts unpaid to
acquire replacement accounting software. The replacement system
vlOU I d be PCs. not a networked system. In his discussions with
Ameridata, they were not interested in taking back the entire system
for a cash settlement.
There was some concern that wi th a PC system, it would be difficult to
upgrade it to a networked system should the City want an automated
parcel program. Mr. Stern though t the proposed PC system would serve
the City for the next three to five years.
The Counc i 1 agreed to send the draft letter to Ameridata with the
fol lowing changes: the existing computer would be replaced with new
IBt1 equipment: Amerldata wouJd pay for the conversion costs as wel 1 as
for the replacement of the accounting software program: and the letter
would be signed by either Mr. Hawkins or Mr. Stern, not the City.
ROUND LAKE SrW'wMOB I LE PROBLE!1. CONTINUED
Attorney Hawkins stated Deputy Roessler had been watching the Council
meeting and cal Jed him regarding the snowmobile problem on Round Lake.
It is the Deputy's opinion that the proposaJ to eliminate racing on
the lai<e wi J 1 not solve the problem. They a1ready have the speed
I imi t requirement: but the problem is the county does not have a radar
gun to be able to enforce ' . The biggest problem is enforcement, and
I , .
Deputy Roessler feels the only thing that could be regulated is
prohibitng snowmobiles on Round Lake.
Mark Bidell . 1550 181st - suggested the problem be brought to the
attention of the Minnesota Snowmobilers Association. who sends out a
paper perioda11y to everyone who owns a snowmobile. He was concerned
about taking action to elimlnate snowmobiles on the lake, as there are
many people who do not abuse the laws. He also though t the Coon
Rapids Pol ice Department has some radar guns that could be purchased
by either the City or the county.
Regular City Counci I Meeting
December 20, 1988 - Minutes
Page 10
(Round Lake Snowmobile Problem, Continued)
After further discussion, it was agreed to put up the "No Parking"
signs aJong Round Lake Boulevard in the vicinity of the boat landing.
Also, the Staff was directed to place an ad in the Anoka Shopper
telling people of the problem and inviting them to voice their
opinions at the first Counci 1 meeting in January.
SNOW REMOVAL ORDINANCE
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Knight, di recti ng Staff to incorporate
the Coon Rapids ordinance for snowplowlng into our Parking and Plowing
Ordinance and have it to the next meeting, January 3, for approva 1 .
Motion carried unanimously.
AWARD BIDS/BUILDING DEPARTMENT CAR
David Almgren, Building Inspector, reviewed his recommendation to
purchase the vehicle from Main Motors in Anoka for $12,581 even though
it is not the lowest bid because the car is in stock and the dealer is
close by.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Apel, to so move to purchase the car
from Main Motors as presented. Motion carried unanimousJy.
AWARD BID/TRAILER DEMOLITION
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Knight, that we authorize $3,200 to
Herbst Company for demol ition of the house at 15539 Larch Street.
Nordeen's Addition, Motion carried unanimously.
NON-DISCUSSION ITEMS
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Orttel, approval of 7a, b, c, and d.
(See the fol lowing:
Change Order No. 3, IP87-11, Elementary School Ut i 1 i ty
Change Order No, 1 , IP88-1, Crosstown Boulevard Realignment
Change Order No. I, IP88-8, Old Colony Estates
Change Order No. 1 , IP88-13, Creekhaven
Change Order No. 1 , IP87-21, Oak Bluff 2nd Addition
Accept Easements - right of way along Tulip Street (Houle,
Anderson)
R285-88 - Declare adequacy of petition, order preparation of
feasibility report, Project 89-4, Red Oaks 6th Addition
Release of Damages/Forest Meadows Park/MITS)
Motion carried unanimously.
Regu1ar City Councii Meeting
December 20, 1988 - Minutes
Page 11
AWARD BID/FIRE DEPARTMENT VEHICLE
Roger Noyes, Firefighter, recommended awarding the bid to Iten
Chevrolet for $20,565. It is on the lot and has more options than
they need, but it wou 1 d take 12 weeks to order a new one. This
vehicle wi I I become the Chief's car, and the present Chief's car wi 11
be used by the Fire Marshal.
There was a ]engthy discussion about the options on the car, with the
Counc i 1 being concerned with the impression of extravagance because of
the many luxury items on It. Fire Chief Bob Pa]mer pointed out the
cost is comparable with one that would be ordered without the options,
and some of the items can be taken off this vehicle, The Counc i 1
noted residents are not usuaJ Jy aware of the speci f ics. and this
vehicle 100ks extravagant.
The Counc i 1 then questioned why al I three vehicles (Building
Department car, Fire Department vehicle. and the Public Works vehicle
which wi 11 be bid shortly) were not bid together as a package,
thinking that would mean a more favorab1e cost. Frank Stone, PubI ic
Works Supervisor, stated he is a1most ready to bid a vehicle for his
department: and he has a II st of dealers he submits specifications to.
Counc i I then directed that this vehicle and the one proposed for
Pub] ic Works be bid within the next two weeks for consideration at the
January 3 meeting.
MOTION by EJJing, Seconded by Orttel, that the Fire Department spec
out their suburban and the PubJic Works and the Fire Department mail
out their bids for their proposals to Frank Stone's I ist and try to
have something back by the 3rd. Motion carried unanimousJy.
ANDOVER VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT - PROPOSED BOND ISSUE
Bob Dillon, Firefighter, proposed they establish a committee that
includes Andover residents to study the proposed building program and
bond Issue for the Fire Department. Mr. Dlllon stated he remains
committed to the three-station concept, and the intent of the
commi t tee \WU 1 d be to get the citizens more involved and to make a
recoITunendat ion to the Counc i I as to another referendum.
The discussion was then on possible reasons the last bond issue failed
and how to be sure the residents are more informed on the matter.
Jack McKelvey stated he campaigned heavily against the last referendum
because he was told the present station would have onJy two smaller
rigs. which he felt reduced the fire protection of himseIf and his
neighbors. PIus, he fe It the residents in his area did not know about
the matter untIl just a week or so before the electIon.
Reç'u1êLr City Counci] f1eeting
December 20. 1988 - !1inutes
Page 12
(Andover Volunteer Fire Department - Proposed Bond Issue. Continued)
Because of a new Counc i 1 taking office in January. Councilman E11ing
proposed tabling the issue to al 10w the new Council to consider it.
He also stated his intent is to establish a Safety COlimittee for the
Police and Fire Departments to help in an advisory capacity to these
departments, That com~ittee would include both people involved in the
depa,tments plus residents. He also hoped to have the Capital
Improvements Plan brought up to date.
No action was taken on this item. agreeing to discuss it again after
the first of the year. At that time. it was recom~ended the Fire
Department recom~end people they would propose for the committees.
tWRTHERr, !·¡AYORS ASSOCIATIOn TIF POLICY
r1r. BJake they are going to start drafting a TIF Policy Statement for
the Andover TIF development area. Mr. Schrantz asked for COliments.
otherwise the Northern Mayor's Association wil I continue without the
City's input. Mayor Windschitl felt that to get a good po J icy.
professional help is needed.
It was agreed Mr. Blake will draft a pol icy to best serve the Ci ty of
Andover. no further action was taken.
SPEC I AL MEETWG/DECHIBER 27
Because the items on the Agenda can be carried to the new year. it was
agreed to cancel that special meeting,
MOTION by EII ing. Seconded by Knight, to cancel the Special Meet ing
of the 27th. Motion carried unanimously,
ENCUMBERING FUNDS FOR PUBLIC WORKS & PARKS
r-mTIDrJ by EJ 1 ing. Seconded by Apel. to carryover $24.700 from
Publ ic Works. Item tJo. 530. $3.000: CoId Storage Building, Item No.
530. $1.500: Cold Storage Building. Item No, 580. $200: Streets and
Highways. Item No. 530. $2.000: Streets and Highways, No. 580. $9.000:
and Snow and Ice. Item No. 580. $9.000. Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by EJ ling. Seconded by Knight, encumbe,ing $18.200 for the
Park Board from 1988 to 1989. Motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION by Orttel. Seconded by Elling, to move to approve the
December 6 Minutes as written. Motion carried unanimously,
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APPROVE 1989 CIGARATTE & LIOUOR LICENSES
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Knight, approve Cigarette Licenses for
1989 for Festival Foods, Tom Thumb Store #255, Bil I's Superette, Tasty
Pizza. G-Will-Liquors, Superamerica, JJ's Liquor, Merwin Drug and
Speedy Market. Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Knight, to approve Non-Intoxicating
Off-Sale Liquor Licenses for 1989 for the following: Speedy Market,
Superamerica, BII l's Superette, Tom Thumb Store #255. Motion carried
unanimously.
MOTION by EI ling, Seconded by Knight, that we approve the 1989 Non-
Intoxicating On-Sale Liquor License for the following: Tasty Pizza.
Motion carried unanlmously.
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Knight, to approve Checks 15797
through 15853 for $183,060,32. Motion carried unanimously.
PARK BOARD/TRANSFER FUNDS
Mr. Stone stated the Park Board has asked that the remaining money
from the $10,000 for lighting in the Hawk Ridge park be used to
insta I I the warming house and hire warming house attendants. It
amounts to $219 a month.
MOTION by Orttel. Seconded by Apel , to so move. Motion carried
unanimously.
ORDINANCE 8 AMENDMENT/HIDDEN CREEK REZONING
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Orttel, Ordinance amending Ordinance
No. 8 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. (Rezone from R-4 to
NB Outlot A, Hidden Creek Second Addition, and a 44.99-foot strip)
Motion carried unanimously,
MOTION by Elling, Seconded by Knight, to adjourn sine die. Motion
carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 12:08 a.m.
Respectfully submitted.
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Marc a A. Peach
Recording Secretary