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~ CITY of ANDOVER
Regular city Council Meeting-July 3, 1990
7:30 P.M. Call to Order
Resident Forum
Agenda Approval
Approval of Minutes
Discussion Items
1. Special Use Permit/po Blake
2. Special Use permit/Blue Line Collision
3. Special Use Permit/Continental Development
4. VariancejWoodland Development
5. Variance/Lyle Dunn
6 . Park Dedication Fees/Lot splits
staff, Committee, Commission
7 . Carpet Replacement, Cont.
8. Award Bid/Backhoe Loader
9 . Approve 1990 CDBG Subgrantee Agreement
10. Commercial Park Lot Purchases
11. CDBG Grant Analysis
12. Approve Election Judges
13. Authorization/Contract Ditch Mowing
14. Resignation/Planning Commission Member
Non-Discussion Items
15. Receive 1989 Audit Report
16. Award Bid/90-2/164th & Jonquil
17. Receive Feasibility Report/90-14/176th & Blackfoot
18. Approve Plans & Specs/90-12
19. Approve plans & Specs/90-13
20. Release Grading Escrow/Red Oaks Manor 6th
Approval of Claims
iCA CITY of ANDOVER
1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD NW. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304. (612) 755-5100
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - JULY 3, 1990
MINUTES
The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover City CounciI was call ed
to order by Mayor Jim Elling on July 3, 1990; 7:$0 p.m., at the
Andover City HaJI, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota.
Councllmembers present: Jacobson. Kn I gh t , Orttel, Perry
Councilmembers absent: None
Also present: City Attorney. William G. Hawkins; City
Finance Director, Howard Koollck: City
Assistant Engineer, Todd Haas; Ci ty
Administrator/Engineer, James Schrantz: and
others
RESIDENT FORUM
Bob DilIon - stated at the last meeting he asked for a Interpreta-
tion of the regulations and was disappointed that he didn't get an
answer in writing. He asked if the Attorney could give him an answer
tonight. Attorney Hawkins stated he has not yet received the
Constitution and By-Laws from the Fire Department, which he needs
before he can give a legal opinion.
Mr. Dil Ion - presented copies of what he said was the latest
harassment from the Fire Department, a 3D-day suspension. He said he
does not know how to respond to I t wi thout the opinion of the Attorney
on his other questions regarding the Department's operation under
Robert's Rules of Order. Attorney Hawkins advised that the Counc i ] is
not the proper forum for the suspension, as the proper procedure Is to
go through the Department's Grievance Committee as outlined in their
Constitution.
r1r. Di lIon - asked when he gets an answer to whether or not the gag
order was legal. Attorney Hawkins stated he will get an answer to Mr.
Dll Ion on his questions raised at the last meeting.
After further discussion. it was agreed to add this Item to the
Agenda. The Attorney was asked if he would look at the Constitution
and By-Laws before this Item comes up on the Agenda.
Dave Kanqas. 2622 138th Avenue NW - sent a Ietter to Councllmember
Orttel regarding a problem getting a permit to build a deck off the
side of his house. He was told when he built the house that when
Crosstown Boulevard Is returned to the City. he would receive an
addltionaI 20 feet to his lot because the size of the easement will be
reduced. The easement has not been reduced. and he has been denied a
permi t to build a deck off the patio doors to the side of his house
because the house is 40 feet from the property line.
Regu1ar City Council Meeti ng
Minutes - JuJy 3, 1990
Page 2
(Resident Forum, Continued)
Mr. Haas explained the issue, noting the setback from the deck would
be in violation of the ordinance. He did not take this to the P & Z.
It Is currently an MSA road, and he felt aJJ the right of way may be
needed if the road is updated in the future. Counc i I agreed to refer
the item to the P & Z for a recommendation on the width of easement
needed a 1 I along that portion of OJd Crosstown Boulevard from Bunker
Lake BouJevard to 138th Avenue.
Steve Anderson. 174th Lane NW - received a Jetter from d'Arcy Bosell
stating the fence aJong the front of his house is in the right of way
and must be taken down within 10 days because of a complaint she
received. The fence has been up for tive years, acknowledging it
probably was In the right of way. He did remove It. but he feeJs that
he should not be singled out. If he had to remove his fence, he feJt
that al I trees, shrubs and fences In the easements within the City
shou1d be removed as welJ, including those around City Hal I and the
Fire Department which are in the easement. Ms. Bosell toJd him she
didn't have time to find all such violations but that she would
respond to any complaints he wants to make.
Mr. Anderson went on to say his wi fe took just a few minutes to drive
around their area and found 15 violations. the point being there are
many. many such violations around the City. But he didn't feel I twas
his responslblJity to find the vioIations and report them to Ms.
Bosell. He thought either she should enforce all the ru]es, possibly
trying by putting another notice in the newsletter. He said he wasn't
going to let this issue die. that he wanted some action from the City.
It Is the principle of the matter, expressing frustration over the
entire situation and stating he will put his fence back up if
some progress Isn't made in enforcing al I the ruJes.
Mr. Schrantz stated he has taken the posl tion that the fencing a]ong
Crosstown BouIevard on the City property is a safety issue for the
soccer field. Counc i I noted that Mr. Anderson is not expected to
report ð,J1 violations in the City, but it has been the policy to
respond to compJaints.
Mr. Anderson - stated since 174th was paved and connected, there
is a lot more traffic which speeds down the road. He asked about
putting up "Children PJaylng" signs to make peop]e aware of the
ch I ] dren In the area. Me. Schrantz asked him to call him about it.
AGENDA APPROVAL
Counc I I agreed to add the fol lowing items to the Agenda: 6a. Bob
Di1 Ion/Fire Department: 21. WDE Site; and 22, Schedule Work Session
with Ham Lake Regarding University Avenue.
MOTION by Knight. Seconded by Perry. to approve the Agenda as
amended. Motion carried unanimously.
Regular City Council Meeti ng
Minutes - July 3, 1990
Page 3
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION by Knight. Seconded by Perry, approval of the Minutes of June
5, 1990. MotIon carried on a 4-Yes, i-Present (Jacobson) vote.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Jacobson, approval of the June 13.
1990. Minutes, wi th the correction on Page 2: MOTION by Perry.
Seconded by Knight.... Motion carried on a 4-Yes, i-Present (OrtteJ)
vote.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Orttel. approval of the June 19
Regular meeting. Motion carried on a 4-Yes. 1-Present <Elling) vote.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by OrtteJ, approvaJ at the June 19 Closed
Meeting. Motion carried on a 4-Yes. i-Present <EJJing) vote.
SPECIAL USE PERMIT/P. BLAKE
Counc i I agreed to make the fo]Jowing changes In the proposed
resolution: Item 2 to read: The applicant shall provide the City
with a security bond for restoration of the site as determined by the
City Engineer. Item 11 to read: This Special Use Permit Is for a
maximum of 38.000 cubic yards of dirt.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Orttel, the Resolution as amended
approving the Special Use Permit. (See Resolution R080-90 request by
Paul Blake to mine soil from 16422 Hanson Boulevard NW) Motl on
carried unanimously.
SPECIAL USE PERMIT/BLUE LINE COLLISION
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Orttel, the ResoJution as presented.
(See Resolution R081-90 granting the Special Use Permit request of Rlc
Haugland dba Blue Line CoJlision Center to operate a repair garage in
a General Business District on Lot 2. Block 2, Andover Commercial
Park.) Motion carried unanimously.
SPECIAL USE PERMIT/CONTINENTAL DEVELOPMENT
Chuck Cook. Continental Development - explained the sign will be 15
feet from the right of way and will be a 4x8-foot sign.
MOTION by Knight. Seconded by Orttel. the Resolution as presented.
(See Resolution R082-90 granting the Special Use Permit request of
Continental Development Corporation to erect a real estate sign at
14433 NW Hanson Boulevard) Motion carried unanimousJy.
Regular City Council Meeting
Minutes - July 3, 1990
Page 4
VARIANCE/LYLE DUNN
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Perry, the Resolution as presented.
(See Resolution R083-90 denying the variance request of Lyle R. Dunn
on Lot 4, Block 2, Red Oaks Manor Second Addition to erect an
accessory structure to within 3 feet of the side yard) Motion carried
unanimously.
PARK DEDICATION FEES/LOT SPLITS
Mayor EI ling noted the ordinance does not provide for updating the
$400 figure. That figure was based on the average price per acre at
raw land in the urban area of the Ci ty at today's prices. Counc I I
agreed reference should be made to updating that figure by Resolution
on an annual basis when all other fees are updated.
Jeff Kieffer, Park and Recreation Commission Chairman, questioned
whether the per-acre costs should be from the rural or urban area.
Counc II felt that the bottom Jlne results in a simlliar figure. The
urban area Is used because that is the maximum density allowed in the
Ci ty.
Councilmember Jacobson felt that the park dedication fees should be
based on land vaJue as noted in the State Statute. which has been 10
percent of the land value. He also feJt the proposal will create a
bookkeeping nightmare for City Staff for determining park dedication
fees when lots are further subdivided in the future. He said he Is
opposed to the proposal. Attorney Hawkins felt the proposed ordinance
meets the State Statute requirement because It makes the $400 fee
opt! ona J .
Chairman Kieffer again explained the Park Board's feeling that the
fees should be 10 percent of the land value with a credit for the
first appraisal. The owner could have another appraisal done if he
chooses, but it would be at his own expense. A majority of the
Council felt the proposed ordinance is preferabJe for Jot splits and
metes and bounds subdivisions.
MODTION by Knight, Seconded by Orttel. the ordinance as presented.
(An ordinance amending Section 9.07.10 of Ordinance No. 10 to provide
for park dedication requirements for new developments) DISCUSSION:
Counc i ¡ asked the Park Board to keep track of the fees collected for
lot splits and metes and bounds divisions so the fees can be reviewed
In the future. Attorney Hawkins stated generally the ordinance
provides for periodic updating of the fees. Motion carried on a
4-¥es, i-No (Jacobson) vote.
Regular City Council Meetl ng
Mínutes - July 3. 1990
Page 5
BOB DILLON/FIRE DEPARTMENT
Attorney Hawkíns stated he wou]d need further time to review the Fire
Department's Constitution and By-Laws before answering Mr. D I I J on's
questions. Counc I I asked Staff to be sure the Attorney receives all
the background material he needs and asked the Attorney to respond
before the next regular Council meeting.
Mr. Di I Ion stated he needs the Attorney/s opinion before proceeding to
the Fire Department Grievance Committee. He asked If the Attorney had
the list of 10 questions noted at the last meeting. as he wouId like a
response to a II of them. Neither Staff nor Mr. Hawkins had a copy of
those questions. Several Councllmembers indicated they had them In
the Agenda packets of the last meeting. No turther action was taken.
CARPET REPLACEMENT
MOTION by Orttel. Seconded by Knight. authorizing the Council to
transfer funds under 41940, C i t Y Ha I 1 Building, funds 217. 223. and
402. for a total dollar cost of new carpeting in the hall area of the
City HalJ of $1.246.13. Motion carried unanimously.
AWARD BID/BACKHOE LOADER
Frank Stone, Public Works Supervisor, recommended the deletion of
Option B. The low bid is from J. I. Case Company for $38,231. He
also aSked for a radio from Motorola for $921. He also stated there
were no problems or concerns with the specifications written this
time.
MOTION by Orttel. Seconded by Knight, that the Counc i 1 authorize the
purchase of a backhoe bid according to specifications to J. I. Case
Company, that Option B of the bid specs will be el iminated. for a
total dollar cost of $38,231. Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Perry. authorize the Public Works to
purchase a Motorola radio from Motorola for a dol]ar amount of $921.
Motion carried unanimously.
APPROVE 1990 CDBG SUB GRANTEE AGREEMENT
MOTION by Jacobson. Seconded by OrtteJ, to so move. (approve Anoka
County Deve]opment Block Grant Program Agreement between Anoka County
and the City of Andover) Motion carried unanimously.
Regular City Council Meeti ng
Minutes - July 3, 1990
Page 6
COMMERCIAL PARK LOT PURCHASES
The Counc II discussed three proposals for purchases In the Andover
Commercial Park.
( 1 ) Larry Rasmussen. Oxboro Medical International, Inc., Is
interested In purchasing Lots 3 and 4. Block 1 . to construct their
medical distribution company's office warehouse. They manufacture,
sel 1 and distribute their own products. sel ling to about 2.300
hospitals domestical1y and to about 13 foreign countries. He showed
the type of products they sell, noting they wi II be expanding their
product line by five new products this year and expect to introduce
new products every year. They have sustained a growth rate of about 20
percent per year for the last eIght years and currently have 32
employees. He also stated they are not a resource user and use no
pollutants of any kind. They wi II buy the land and plan to construct a
12,000 square-foot building with plans to double the size within the
next two to three years.
Mr. Rasmussen stated they are offering to buy the land at 50 cents per
square foot. They would also like the City to contribute not more
than $45,000 to $50,000 of Tax Increment Financing money for
landscaping and parking around the building. Councilmember Knight
stated the Economic Development Committee unanimously agreed the land
should be at 65 cents per square foot, but they did not have any
Information on the TIF funds being requested. They were concerned
about such a large disparity between this proposal and those who are
already In the Commercial Park.
Counc I I discussed the proposal at length, with the generaJ consensus
being that 50 cents per square foot would be acceptable and that the
type of business Is very desirable. However, Councllmembers Jacobson.
Kn i gh t , and Perry were apprehensive about providing TIF funds In
addition to the reduction In the price of the lot because, In essence,
it would be giving the lot away. Mayor Elling and Councilmember
Orttel felt I t Is the type of business the City is trying to attract
and it is creating additional jobs, so there should be some
incentives, which Is what the TIF funds were meant to be used for.
Mr. Rasmussen stated he is not prepared to raise his offer: and
receiving the TIF funds, which he felt they are entitJed to, is very
important to them. Taxes on the buiJding wiJ I run about $25,000 a
year for the 12,000 feet, so he feJt they would just be getting back
their own tax money by uSing the TIF funds. They would bring a $1
million p¿;,yroll to the City, feeJing that would be a substantial
impact to the City. They do not need the TIF funds financially but
feel they are entitled to it. Mr. Rasmussen stated he would not agree
to an assessment for the $50.000 for landscaping and parking.
With a majorIty of the Counc i I opposed to providing the TIF funds
without assessing it back, no further action was taken.
Regular City Council Meetl ng
Minutes - July 3, 1990
Page 7
(Commercial Park Lot Purchases, Continued)
(2) Richard Povlltzki stated he Is agreeabJe to the price of 65 cents
a square foot for Lots 3 and 4. Block 1 . of the commercia] Park.
contingent upon obtaining a liquor ]Icense for a supper/night cJub
with a banquet hall. It would be a bJue-collar bar, acknow] edgi ng
the nature of the business results in some police ca]ls.
Counc i I discussed the land use. Counci]member Jacobson stated he was
opposed to the land use and that type of business. The remaining
members of the Counc I 1 general]y did not have a problem with it and
were comfortable with the testimony heard previously on Mr.
Povlltzki's management sklJ Is of his other buslneSSeS.
MOTION by Orttel. Seconded by Perry. that the Counc I ] authorize the
Attorney to prepare a purchase agreement between the City and Mr.
Povljtzki of Lots 3 and 4. Block 1, In the Andover Commercia] Park for
the construction of a supper club with banquet facl 1 I ties, contingent
upon the obtaIning of a liquor license. Motion carried on a 4-Yes,
¡-No (Jacobson) vote.
(3) Counc i I discussed the recommendation that the City offer Lots 2
and 3, Block 3, in the Commercial Park to Northwest Metal Fabricators
for 65 cents a square foot plus connection charges, and that the City
assess the cost of enclosing the ditch with pipe at an estimated cost
of $40,000 to $56,000. Councilmember Knight stated the representatives
of Northwest Metal Fabricators agreed to discuss the assessment for
enclosing the ditch. They seemed agreeable, but no formal response has
been received yet.
Counc 1 1 was generaJJy agreeable to the recommendation but decided to
take no action until a response Is received from the company regarding
the assessment.
VARIANCE/WOODLAND DEVELOPMENT
Byron Westlund. Woodland Development on behalf of Dan Slomon. 13373
LilY Street - explained they built the garage for Mr. Sigmon two feet
shorter than what was specified. The Sigmon's have a large older car
which Is diff icul t to house In the garage. Woodland Development has
agreed to construct a two-foot addition onto the garage to meet the
terms of the purchase agreement; however. it would then encroach two
feet into the front yard setback. He showed pictures of the house,
pointing out that an additional two feet to the garage would not be a
visible distraction to the surroundIng homes.
Dan Siomon - stated he has a 1975 Chevy Capri which goes from end to
end in the existing garage. They though t they had 39 feet to the
trontage, originally wanting to add an additional four feet onto the
garage: but because jt is measured on a cui de sac. there is only 35
feet.
Regular City Council Meeting
Minutes - July 3, 1990
Page 8
(Varlance/Woodland Development, Continued)
Counc II discussion noted that the addi tlonal two feet to the garage
would not be noticed because of the curve of the road and location of
the other houses. They aJso pointed out that simlliar variances were
made in the past In Instances where It was the fault of the bui lder:
so a precedent has aJready been set.
MOTION by Jacobson. Seconded by Perry, that the City Council approve
a variance request of Wodland Development on behalf of Dan Sigmon to
construct an addition of two feet onto the existing garage at 13373 NW
Lily Street: variance granted due to the building company error and
the correction wi I] not cause a hardship on existing houses in the
area nor would it create significant problem in front-yard current
setback. (See ResoJution R084-90) Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. SIQffion - asked If it would be possible to add four feet instead
of two feet. Counc i I felt that that would too noticeable.
Counc i I recessed at 9:57: reconvened at 10:06 p.m.
APPROVE ELECTION JUDGES
MOTION by Perry. Seconded by Knight. a Resolution appointing judges
for the special election to be held on July 17. 1990, in the CIty of
Andover, as presented. (See Resolution R085-90) Motion carried
unanimously.
AUTHORIZATION/CONTRACT DITCH MOWING
Frank Stone, Public Works Supervisor, aSked for direction In getting
the roads mowed. He would take $7.000 out of the Streets and Highways
budget and contract someone to mow the ditches and private properties
called in as weed complaints. An alternative would be to hire some
part-time help.
MOTION by Orttel. Seconded by Knight. Counc II authorize an
expenditure of up to $7.000 out of the Streets and Highways budget for
the Public Works Director to have the ditches of the Ci ty mowed.
First he should try to arrange for subcontractors; and if they are not
available on a timely basis. he would then hire the necessary
part-time help to accomplish this. Also, to take bids on private
firms to mow private properties as a result of weed complaints In the
City. Motion carried unanimously.
Later In the meetl ng Mr. Stone asked if he couJd hire part-time help
instead of looking for subcontractors. Counc i I generally agreed that
Mr. Stone should do whatever works best for the Department.
Regular City Council Meet i ng
Minutes - July 3, 1990
Page 9
RESIGNATION/PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Orttel, that we accept the resignation
of Don Spotts and express our appreciation to him for the work he has
done. Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by OrtteJ, that we appoint Mr. Steve
Jonak to f ill the vacant seat created by Mr. Don Spotts. effecti ve
Jul y 1 . 1990 : and have him serve the rest of that term. Motion
carried unanimousJy.
RECEIVE 1989 AUDIT REPORT
Mr. KooJick reviewed the reasons the GeneraJ Fund sustained a loss In
the 1989 budget. The Item missing is the 1989 Management Letter where
the auditor sets forth recommendations on Improving the operations of
the City. Hopefully that letter wi]J be received by the next meeting;
but wi th the hoJiday he doubted the City cou1d respond to i t in time
to get It on the next Agenda. He recommended the Council accept the
report so it can be pubJished
Mayor Elling recommended the CounclJ go out for bids for an auditing
firm. Mr. Koolick stated he intends to come back to the Council wi th
a proposal on that item. Counc i 1 asked that it be on the next Agenda.
MOTION by OrtteJ. Seconded by Jacobson, that the Counc i ] receive the
financial statements for the year ending December 31. 1989. Moti on
carried unanimousIy.
CDBG GRANT ANALYSIS
Counc I I questioned the distribution of the funds, noting that Rise.
Inc., which received the lowest points. is the only organization to
receive Jess than It requested. Because the points for the
organizations were only four points apart, Counc i J fel t some
proportionate share of the grant to the amount requested should be
determined.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Orttel, that the Counc i ] authorize
the fol lowing funds out of CDBG Funds available to It to the fol Jowlng
organizations:
North Suburban Kinship $2,000
North Suburban Counseling $3,500
Anoka County CAP $4.950
Alexandra House $2.000
Rise. Inc. $1,951
Total $14,401
Motion carried unanimously. Counc 1 J asked that for next year a
different system be set up for determining the amount of grants to be
given to each organization.
Regular City Council Meeting
Minutes - July 3, 1990
Page 10
AWARD BID/90-2/164TH AND JONQUIL
Counc I 1 noted the bids came In about 11 percent higher than what the
residents were told at the public hearing. They agreed to ask the
residents if they wish to proceed with the project.
MOTION by Orttel. Seconded by Jacobson. that the property owners on
164th and Jonquil be notified that the bids on their project came in
approxlmate1y 11 percent higher than anticipated and therefore wi]] be
heard on the July 17 meeting. Motion carried unanimouslY.
RECEIVE FEASIBILITY REPORT/90-14/176TH AND BLACKFOOT
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Orttel, the Resolution receiving
feasibility report and calling public hearing on improvements of
street construction. Project No. 90-14. (See ResoJutlon R086-90)
DISCUSSION: Mr. Schrantz noted there is a large Jot off the cui de sac
that Is In the flood fringe area. It is low and unbulldable as It is,
but could be made buildable with f i I ] . He asked for direction on
whether or not that Jot should be assessed in the project. Attorney
Hawkins stated it is an engineering question of whether i t Is
economically feaslbJe to make It a buildable Jot. If so, then there
would be benefit and It should be assessed.
Mr. Schrantz also stated he had the engineers do a cost estimate for
Part II of the project even though the petition was not from that
area. Part II is included In the Resolution for the pubJic hearIng:
but after giving it further thought. he suggested Part II be removed
from the hearing process. A majority on Part II had been opposed to
it previousJy, thinking it may be unfair to the petitioned area to
Include the nonpetitioned area.
After some discussion, the Counc i J suggested those residents In
Part II of the project be advised they are not included in the
petition, but the engineering firm has determined the costs to do that
part of the road. If they are interested. they should advise the
City: but i f there Is no interest indicated by those residents. that
port! on of the project wi J I be deleted at the pubJic hearing on the
17th.
Motion carried unanimously.
APPROVE PLANS AND SPECS/90-12 and 90-13
Mayor Elling asked that the Items be tabJed because the plans and
specs have not yet been reviewed.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Jacobson. to so move. Motion carried
unanimously.
Regular City Council Meeting
Minutes - July 3, 1990
Page 11
RELEASE GRADING ESCROW/RED OAKS MANOR 6TH
Council was concerned that the letter from Lot Surveys Company is
negative and the existing street grades are not the same as the
grading plan submitted by the developer. They did not want to end up
with drainage problems in the development. Mr. Haas stated that the
developer made the corrections suggested by Staff since the letter was
written by Lot Surveys. He aJso felt that some of the differences may
be due to the garage floor elevations because 18 inches is allowed
to a 10 percent grade.
Mr. Haas suggested they couJd have the surveyor Incorporate the shots
of Lot Surveys and re-evaluate them again. He said he would have the
matter looked at again. Mayor Elling asked for a motion to table the
item untiJ Staff reviewed it again.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Jacobson. to so move. Motion carried
unanimously.
SCHEDULE WORK SESSION WITH HAM LAKE
Mayor Elling noted the City of Ham Lake has aSked for a joint meeting
to discuss the construction of University Avenue. He stated Ham Lake
Is interested In doing the project this year and has suggested they
fund It with Andover paying Its share back when the funds are
available next year.
Council discussed the request. asking why Ham Lake wants to do it this
year and not next year as scheduJed by Andover. The acquisition of
the right of way has already been approved. Mayor Elling and Mr.
Schrantz stated they will discuss this and the other Items further
with Ham Lake. No further action was taken.
WDE SITE UPDATE
Mayor EI ling reported the status of the Consent Decree. Andover is
being requested to rezone the two 40s south of the landfill to GB.
Currently the one to the east is already GB, but the westerly 40 is
zoned R-4. He said he has someone who Is interested In developing
that parcel. The PCA and EPA do not want any more residential
developments up against the landfill.
Secondly, Mayor E]ling stated Andover Is being asked to pass
ordinances to prohibit building within 200 feet of the toe of the
existing landfi] I and to providing the buffer within 500 feet.
Several Councilmember questioned the need for Andover to amend or pass
ordinances when all attected parties wi I I be party to the Consent
Decree. Mayor Elling stated they still want an ordinance passed.
I
ReguJar City Council Meeting
Minutes - Ju]y 3, 1990
Page 12
(WDE Site Update. Continued)
Mayor Elling said the third item is Andover is being asked to prohibit
drilling any new weJJs, both potable and nonpotable, shallow or deep.
within 500 feet of the landfl J J. He didn't think it affected any of
the homes in Red Oaks. but he said it would not appJy to rebuilt
wel Js. Councilmember Orttel was opposed to this restrIction,
speculating they couJd easily define the redrilllng of a weJl needed
in Red Oaks as a "new" well and not aJJow it. There are a J I private
wells In the Red Oaks Additions.
Mayor EJ Jlng noted the fourth issue is the extension of the sewer plan
for a temporary connection coming out of the treatment fad] I ty out to
Crosstown Boulevard. The permanent facl]Jty would go south from the
I andf J J I down to Bunker Lake Boulevard.
Mayor EJling also reported the Coon Creek Watershed wlJl be get ti ng
invoJved to resolve the probJem between Crosstown and Hanson
Boulevards. The sludge in the bottom of the creek is contaminated.
The p]an is to lower the creek about two feet, with the sludge being
put on the Jandf i I] and incorporated as part of the cap. However.
when the plan goes in for the treatment f ac i lit Y . it Is metered to
determine standards. If the creek Is not cleaned before the pJan goes
into effect. it wi J J be a minimum of five years before any EPA or PCA
wi J I let them do any ditch work. It was the Mayor's opinion that some
minimum work shouJd be done on the ditch to be able to carry the flow
for the next five years. Councilmember Orttel didn't see a probJem
with the ditch at this time.
Mayor Elling showed the new grading plan, though It Is sti] I being
negotiated. Councilmember Orttel expressed concern over the City
giving up totaJ controJ over that area regarding permits. requiring
things to be done in a workmanshlp-Jike manner. etc. He felt as long
as i t is In Andover, Andover is responsJbJe for it; and he is opposed
to the document as long as the City has no controJ.
No specific action was taken by the Counci].
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS
MOTION by Perry. Seconded by Jacobson, to approve the Schedule of
BiJls of July 3 In the amount of $120.820.59. Motion carried
unanimously.
MOTION by Orttel to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. Meet I ng
adjourned at 11:22 p.m.
Respectful ]~~
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Ma cella A. Peach, Recording Secretary