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~ CITY of ANDOVER
Regular City Council Meeting-June 5, 1990
7:30 P.M. Call to Order
Resident Forum
Agenda Approval
Approval of Minutes
Discussion Items
1. Public Hearing/90-6, Cont.
2. Supplemental Assessment Hearing/86-19
3. Assessment Abatement/86-19
4 . Ordinance 44 Discussion
5. Special Use Permit/Jay St. Auto Dealers Sign
6. Woodland Creek Easement Amendment
7. Final payment/88-1/Crosstown Blvd.
8. Crosstown Watermain Extension
9. Award Quote/Altitude Valve
10. Petition for Stop Sign/169th & Quay St. Area
Staff, Committee, Commission
11. Approve Burn Agreement/Fire Department
12. AAA Building Lease Discussion
13. Receive QuoteS/AAA Bldg. Electric Service
14. Capital Budget, Cont.
15. Approve Kennel License Renewal/P. Prior
16. Day Rescue Request
17. Lions Club Street Dance Discussion
18. Park Dedication Requirements
19. Rural Development Policy
Non-Discussion Items
20. Approve Hokanson Resolution
21. Approve Fields Lot Split Resolution
22. Amend Motion/Computer Terminal Purchase
23. Approve Joint powers Agreement/University Ave.
24. Approve Resolution/PIR Fund
25. Release Escrow/13380 Hidden Creek Drive
26. Approve Resolution/Loaning PIR Funds
27. Approve Plans & Specs/90-2/l64th & Jonquil
28. Approve Assessment Abatement;Woodland Terrace 4th
29. Declare Adequacy of petition/176th Ave. & Black-
foot Area/90-14
Approval of Claims
Adjournment
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'~ CITY of ANDOVER
1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD NW. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304· (612) 755-5100
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - JUNE 5. 1990
MINUTES
The Regular BI-Monthly Meeting of the Andover City Council was call ed
to order by Mayor Jim Elling on June 5. 1990, 7:30 p.m., at the
Andover City HaJJ, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota.
Counci1members present: Knl ght, Orttel (arrived at 8:50), Perry
Councllmember absent: Jacobson
AJso present: City Attorney. William G. Hawkins: TKDA
Engineer, John Davidson: Planning and Zoning
Commission Chairperson. Becky Pease:
Assistant City Engineer. Todd Haas: City
Finance Director. Howard Koolick: Ci ty
Administrator. James Schrantz: others
RESIDENT FORUM
Hubert Smith. 13309 Jay Street - stated he has been talking to the
City of Coon Rapids and was told the sodding and seeding for 133rd
would be done first thing in the spring. He reported the times he
called about getting the work done, but it st III Isn't done. He's now
told that the contractor is having Jabor trouble. Mr. Haas stated
he has been In contact with Coon Rapids about this Item and Is trying
to get a time when the work wi II be done. Counc II asked that Mr. Haas
see what can be done to get the project completed.
Mr. Smith - understood there is supposed to be a street ] I gh t on
133rd and Hanson Boulevard. It Isn't there yet. Mr. Haas stated
Andover has not ordered a street light for that Intersection. He will
taJk to Coon Rapids to see If they expect to have it Instal led as part
of the MSA street project.
Mr. Smith - stated there Is only one speed limit sign going west off
Hanson Boulevard for 40 mph. Mr. Haas stated the Council has already
authorized the State to do a speed study.
AGENDA APPROVAL
Mayor EI ling suggested the addition of Item lOa, Andover Days
Discussion.
MOTION by Knight. Seconded by Perry. approval of the Agenda as
amended. MotIon carried on a 3-Yes. 2-Absent (Jacobson. Orttel) vote.
PUBLIC HEARING/IP 90-6 CONTINUED
Mr. Davidson reviewed the project, both Phases I and I I . as presented
at the Jast hearing on May 15. The only difference in cost Is the
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(PubIic Hearlng/IP 90-6, Continued)
addition for easement acquisition along Bunker Lake Boulevard. An
addi tlonal 75 feet on the south side of Bunker Lake Boulevard is
needed In order to put in the Improvements and stl11 have room to
expand the surface of the,roadway In the future. The estimated cost
of that easement acquisition Is $1.760 for both phases. Mr. Davidson
a]so reviewed the proposed costs of Phases I and II, notl ng that
ultlmate]y about $13,000 would have to come out of the Connection
Charge Fund.
Mayor EI ling thought that normally the county would acquire the needed
right of way a]ong their road for Improvements. He didn't feel these
two property owners should be treated any differently. Attorney
Hawkins suggested the City only take a utlJlty easement at this time;
and when the county comes through, they wll] acquire the easement In
fee ti tIe. Counc I I then agreed the easement acquisition costs should
not be Included as a part of this project.
Mr. Ha]uptzok - stated he Is In favor of the project. but asked why
the City couldn't acquire the right of way now and have the county buy
I t from the City when they need it. Counc IJ expJalned the county
would not buy the easement from the City, but the City needs access to
it for this project. It Is the recommendation that the property
owners donate the utility easement. and the county would acquire the
right of way In the future.
Mr. Haluptzok - asked about the amount of the assessable area. Mr.
Davidson stated they have estimated 170 feet of frontage, as that is
what was used for the area assessment and connection charges.
Mr. Haluptzok - asked how the payments would be broken down. Mayor
EI ling noted normally i t Is for 10 years, but it can be done in five
If he wants. The Interest rate at this time Is about 8 percent.
Mr. Haluptzok - wants to go ahead with the sewer and water. though
he knew that Mr. Batson does not want it. He d I dn' t wan t to force
anything on his neighbor because of his desire for the utilities.
asking whether the assessments against Mr. Batson could be postponed
unt II he wants to deve]op his property.
Mayor EI ling asked If there is a legal petition. Mr. Schrantz stated
for Phase I , the Haluptzok property Is more than 50 percent. Attorney
Hawkins advised the 35% petition reduces the vote to 3/5 to order the
project. The project can always be reduced in size if the Counc i I
chooses.
Discussion was then on the assessment against the Batson property
since he is opposed to It. It was generally agreed to defer the
assessments for not longer than three years or unless there Is a
hea]th hazard on any of the property. There would be a mandatory
hookup to the utilities after the three-year period or In the event of
a health hazard.
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(Public Hearlng/IP 90-6. Continued)
MOTION by Perry. Seconded by Knight. a Resolution as presented.
(See ResoJutlon R066-90 ordering the Improvement of sanitary Sewer and
watermain. IP90-6, in the Lot 1. Watts Garden Acres area and
directlong preparation of final plans and specifications) DISCUSSION:
Counc i 1 agreed to this ordering of both Phases I and II wi th the
understanding that it could be reduced to just Phase I I f they choose
to do so after the bids have come in. Motion carried on a 3-Yes.
2-Absent (Jacobson, Orttel) vote.
Mayor Elling asked for a motion to close the pUblic hearing.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Perry, to so move. Motion carried on
a 3-Yes. 2-Absent (Jacobson. Ortte]) vote. Hearing closed at 7:59 p.m.
SUPPLEMENTAL ASSESSMENT HEARING/IP86-19
Mr. Davidson reviewed a sketch showing the area on which the
assessment is being reduced. He felt they are being very
conservative. Mr. Schrantz stated Ms. Sonsteby has also mentioned an
assessment to Glenn Sonsteby's property. He stated he will be
explaining to her that the parceJ on which SJim's Auto Repair is
located was not assessed.
Mr. Davidson also explained that Ms. Sonsteby paid interest on a
higher amount of assessment for three years: so the difference between
what she would have paid on this lower amount and what she actually
paid is aJso being abated. The principal was reduced by $3.648 plus
$939.01 of interest which was overpaid. for a resulting balance of
$7034.92 spread over 12 years.
Mr. Schrantz pointed out the note from Ms. Sonsteby which stated she
couJd not be in attendance this evening but that she intends to appeal
the assessment.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Perry. introducing a Resolution
adopting the assessment roJ] for the improvement of storm drainage for
Improvement Project 86-19 for certifIcation. (See Resolution R067-90)
Motion carried on a 3-Yes. 2-Absent (Jacobson. Oettel) vote.
ASSESSMENT ABATEMENT/86-19
MOTION by Knight. Seconded by Perry, to Authorize Staff to complete
the Authorization for Abatement and send It to the county. Motion
carried on a 3-Yes. 2-Absent (Jacobson. OrtteJ) vote.
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ORDINANCE 44 DISCUSSION
Chairperson Pease asked for direction from the Council regarding the
Junkyard Ordinance. specifically on screening and Indoor storage.
Counc II noted the discrepancy between the fencing requirement of eight
feet but al lowing junk vehicles to be stacked up to ten feet high.
Mayor Elling also noted the FHA has stated that if the businesses were
conducted Inside, they would have no problem financing housing in that
area.
Sue Hurst. 13450 Jay Street - explained the FHA stated they would
not finance homes on their property because of the lack of an
existing barrier. leading them to believe the existing fence to the
north ot their property Is more ot a blight than the Junk I tse If.
They would like to see the City enforce the existing ordinance so the
fence aJong Andover Auto Parts would comply with the standard of a
fence of solid uniform material and color. She showed pictures of the
ex i stl ng fence. They would like this done now In the event theY ever
need FHA financing on their house.
Counc I I requested Staff to inspect Andover Auto Parts for compliance
wi th the ordinance. They also felt the P & Z should address the
fencing provision which now only applies to property abutting public
streets. The intent would be that the screening should give at least
as much protection to abutting residents as it does to the street.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Perry. that we direct Staff to look
Into this situation and see that enforcement Is compIled with.
whatever that may be for each given situation: have them report back
to the Council. Motion carried on a 3-Yes. 2-Absent <Jacobson, Orttel)
vote.
MOTION by Knight. Seconded by Perry. that we refer this back to the
P & Z for clarification regarding the fence and in regard to height.
thinking there Is a discrepancy by requiring 8-foot fences but
aJlowlng ten-foot piles of junk vehicles. Motion carried on a 3-Yes.
2-Absent (Jacobson. Orttel) vote.
SPECIAL USE PERMIT/JAY STREET AUTO DEALERS SIGN
Chairperson Pease explained the request Is to replace an existing sign
at 13678 Jay Street. The sign meets all the City requirements. but
the problem Is I t Intensifies a non-conforming business. Both the
Staff and Mr. Hawkins thought the request should be denied on that
basIs.
JoAnn Wilber - showed a picture of the existing sign. They can redo
this one. but they felt the new one would be an asset to that area.
She stated she has a sign permit granted to her by the CIty In 1981 to
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(Special Use Permit/Jay Street Auto Dealers Sign, Continued)
put a sign on the other side of Bunker Lake Boulevard. She now plans
to go ahead wi th that. If this is denied, they will put up the new
sign and completely redo the existing one.
Attorney Hawkins advised that changing the sign to advertise other
firms Is Intensifying a non-conforming use. Councllmember Perry was
concerned about acting on this request In light of the discussion on
the previous agenda item. She preferred to get the report from the
Staff on the compliance of the businesses first.
Ms. Wilber - stated the decision has been made that as of tomorrow
morning they wil I either go ahead with a new sign or with this sign.
so the Item does not need to come back to the Council.
MOTION by Perry, Seconded by Knight, that the Andover City Council
deny the request of Andover Auto parts, et al. for a Special Use
Perml t to allow them to erect an advertising sign at the property
located at 13678 Jay Street. as the ordinance does not allow any
Intensification of an existing non-conforming use. (See Resolution
R068-90) Motion carried on a 3-Yes. 2-Absent (Jacobson, Orttel) vote.
WOODLAND CREEK EASEMENT AMENDMENT
Mayor EI ling explained the easement approved for the sign for the
Woodland Creek Golf Course is too small to put in the sign they want
and sti I I meet the setback requirements, noting the new descriptions
provided in the Agenda material for a 20x20' easement. He asked for a
motion to authorize Woodland to proceed with the easement according to
the sketches provided and submit It to the City Attorney and Staff for
approval.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Perry, to so move. Motion carried on
a 3-Yes, 2-Absent (Jacobson, Orttel) vote.
FINAL PAYMENT/88-1/CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD
Mr. Davidson explained the final payment has been negotiated,
Including liquidated damages. All work is completed except one gate
valve has to be raised. They have just received the list of creditors
from the prime contractor, and they have discovered that the creditors
exceed the amount of the final payment. In contacting the bonding
agent. he was advised that the City should release co-payment checks
to each of the creditors. The difference would go to the H & S
contract, though I t wi II be about $15,000 short. H & S didn't supply
the prime contractor with a one-year warranty bond. so they are In
dIsagreement over that. He hasn't talked to H & S to see I f that Is
agreeable. Mr. Davidson also stated they have a letter of surety. but
they don't have I ien waivers. He felt this is a better resolution of
the problem than calling the bond.
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(Final Payment/88-1/Crosstown Boulevard. Continued)
Attorney Hawkins had no problem with the proposal as long as the bond
company Is satisfied. He would like to see the list of creditors and
something that H & S is wi I ling to do this.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Perry, that we table this and refer I t
to the City Attorney. Motion carried on a 3-Yes. 2-Absent (Jacobson,
Orttel) vote.
CROSSTOWN WATERMAIN EXTENSION
Mr. Davidson explained Anoka County Is planning to construct a new
bridge across Coon Creek on Crosstown and improve the intersection of
Andover and Crosstown Boulevards. He requested authorization to
prepare plans and specs to extend the water trunk to the north side of
Andover Boulevard at Crosstown. Also two sewer manholes would have
to be raised four to five feet. They wi II run a 16-lnch line through
the intersection and put in a T for future extension up Andover
Boulevard.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Perry, that we authorize TKDA to
prepare plans and specifications and advertise for bids to extend the
water trunk to the north side of Andover Boulevard at Crosstown
Boulevard. (See Res01ution R069-90) DISCUSSION: Mayor Elling stated
he wi II talk with the group working on the WDE site to see I f they
have a probJem with the proposal. Motion carried on a 3-Yes. 2-Absent
(Jacobson, Orttel) vote.
AWARD QUOTE/ALTITUDE VALVE
Mr. Davidson stated they received two quotes for an alternate value at
Tower #1. the lowest bid being $11.240. In reviewing the system with
Ci ty Staff, it is their recommendation that the system wi II functi on
better with the present two-level system as originally planned rather
than using the altitude valve. It would be operating under the same
level as It is now, and both We I Is 1 and 2 wi II be able to be pumped
into the system in an emergency. The area would be provided with
water from We]l 3 through the altitude pressure-reducing sustaining
valve. and normally water provided for the using public would be at
the least level of radium.
Mr. Davidson stated the two-level system wi J I cost $15,000 to $17.000,
but that amount was figured In their original estimate and Is In the
bond. He asked for authorization to design the pressure-reducing
sustaining va]ue. recommending against awarding the contract for the
altitude valve at Tower #1. He estimated a cost of $3,000 to $4.000
to prepare the plans and specs.
(Councilmember Orttel arrived at this time. 8:50 p.m.)
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(Award Quote/Altitude Valve. Continued)
There was some concern on the part of the Council over having to pay
for preparation of plans and specs for both the altitude valve and the
altitude pressure-reducing sustaining valve. Mr. Schrantz noted it
was a Staff request to look at the altitude valve. He also stated It
Is better to provide a system with reasonabJe pressure throughout
rather than one which accommodates those few people who want to put In
sprinkling systems. Frank Stone. Public Works Supervisor, stated he
has never been In favor of a two-level system: but with this sytem,
that Is the only way to make the tanks work without raising them.
MOTION by Knight. Seconded by Perry. that we authorize TKDA to go
ahead with plans and specifications for a two-Jevel system as pertains
to this discussion. Motion carried on a 4-Yes, I-Absent (Jacobson)
vote.
PETITION FOR STOP SIGN/169TH & QUAY STREET AREA
MOTION by Knight. Seconded by Orttel. that we authorize the request
for speed study on 169th Lane between Tulip and Round Lake Boulevard.
Motion carried on a 4-Yes. l-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Knight. the Council authorize a
three-way stop sign be Installed at 169th Lane NW and Quay Street.
Motion carried on a 4-Yes. l-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
ANDOVER DAYS DISCUSSION
MayorEI ling stated those In charge of the Andover Days on July 20 and
21 have asked if the City would again contribute to the ceJebratlon.
Last year the City contributed $1.000. Instead of fireworks, they
wi I I have a laser light show.
Council generally favored another contribution toward the event:
however, in view of the fact that every City department had to cut
back its budget this year and the State legislature cut back another
$23.000 from the budget, they did not feel the money should be spent
on entertainment at this time. Mayor Elling stated he would tel I
them the City is unabJe to contribute this year.
LIONS CLUB STREET DANCE DISCUSSION
Dorothy Larson. Andover Lioness - stated they are planning a street
dance on September 8. 7 p.m. to 12 midnight, with the proceeds to be
used for a Halloween party for the mentally retarded. a Christmas
party for the hearing impaired. and a HaJloween party for the Andover
chlJdren. They wi I I have a fenced-off area where the beer wi I I be
sold. They are still debating whether to have activities for children.
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(Lions Club Street Dance Discussion. Continued)
Mayor E111ng noted the ordinances do not address this Item, asking
what the procedure would be. Attorney Hawkins advised the City owns
and controls the property and can al low the street dance If it
chooses. It does not involve any liability on the part of the City.
Mayor EI ling felt that some provisions would have to be made for the
Deputies' cars to have access to their office.
Ms. Larson stated their organizations carry the necessary insurances,
but they are sti 1 I determining where parking wi I I be. Mayor Elling
noted there can be no on-street parking.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Knight, that the Counc i 1 authorize the
street dance and associated activities for the Andover Lions and
Lioness Clubs, and allow that the Council. upon receipt of the
Insurance certificate, issue a beer Jlcense and an outdoor or field
party license as needed for September 8 for the hours of 7 p.m. to 12
midnight: the Clubs wi II address security. parking. and clean up: no
on-street parking. DISCUSSION: Ms. Larson stated they will come back
on Sunday to clean up. Jack McKelvey stated that as a member of the
Andover Lions Club, he will be working the security for the dance.
Motion carried on a 4-Yes. l-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
APPROVE BURN AGREEMENT/FIRE DEPARTMENT
MOTION by Knight. Seconded by Orttel. that we approve the burn
agreement as presented between Ed Fields/Ed Herman and the City.
Motion carried unanimously. Assistant Fire Chief Dale Mashuga noted
the burn Is scheduled for this Saturday, June 9.
DAYTIME RESCUE
Assistant Fire Chief Dale Mashuga asked for authorization to begin
responding to rescue calls during the daytime hours as well. The
number of day calls has increased; and because the number of fire
calls has decreased this year, he felt there are sufficient funds to
cover the cost for this year. It is experimental and has been voted
on by the firefighters. Firefighters would be responding during the
day. with only the first five of them receiving points. They wi II run
4881 on those calls.
Frank Stone, Public Works Supervisor, stated he had said he would
al low one public works employee to respond to calls during the day
even though It creates a shortage in the Department. He requested.
however, that the public works people be released as soon as possible
to get back to work. But he did not want to be made responsible tor
for the second person responding in a life-or-death situation.
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(Daytime Rescue, Continued)
MOTION by Ortte]. Seconded by Knight. that the Counc II authorize the
temporary expansion of service for the Rescue Squad until 12- 31 of
1990 with the Department to come back with a fuJI detailed report of
the operation by the First of December such that it can be evaluated
for the fol lowing year: that I t be taken up in the budget process
also. Motion carried unanlmousJy.
AAA BUILDING LEASE DISCUSSION
Mr. Haas recommended tabling the item because the Andover Athletic
Association apparently has some concerns over the lease but has not
yet responded.
MOTION by Perry. Seconded by Knight. to table It. Motion carried
on a 4-Yes, i-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
RECEIVE QUOTES/AAA BUILDING ELECTRIC SERVICE
Mayor Elling noted the quote from Anoka EJectrlc to Insta] I a
temporary single-phase overhead line to the AAA building at a cost of
$483. Under the lease agreement, AM Is responsible for the month]y
charges. Mr. Haas understood the City would pay for the wiring, and
the Athletic Association would pay for the Installation within the
bui ldlng. In the future when three-phase wiring is needed, I t wi II be
put underground.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Perry, that the City authorize
Installation of single-phase power to the Andover Athletic Association
Building for a cost not to exceed $483 to be paid from park dedication
funds. Motion carried on a 4-Yes, l-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
CAPITAL BUDGET
It was agreed the voting machines and the assessment manual will be
discussed at a specia] meeting on June 13, 7:30 p.m. Mayor Elling
also recommended Commissioner Natalie Haas-Steffen, other county
representatives and the City Clerk be in attendance to discuss the
voting machines.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Perry, to so move. Motion carried on
a 4-Yes. l-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Orttel. to move to continue this item
to the next meeting. Motion carried on a 4-Yes, 1-Absent (Jacobson)
vote.
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APPROVE KENNEL LICENSE RENEWAL/P. PRIOR
MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Perry, that we approve the application
of PeneJope Prior. Motion carried a 4-Yes, l-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
PARK DEDICATION REQUIREMENTS
Mayor EI ling summarized the problem the Council has with the current
park dedication procedure of cash In I ieu of land Is the apparent
high cost for lot splits and metes and bounds splits versus platting
developments. He proposed the following scenario applicable to lot
splIts and metes and bounds splits only: Assuming a cost of $4,000
for an undeveloped lot In the urban area, the 10 percent park
dedication fee would be $400 or $500. He suggested that alJ spll ts,
whether urban or rural. then pay the same $400 when cash Is desired in
I ieu of land. Every two to three years that fee could be updated by a
new appraisal to determine land value.
Attorney Hawkins felt the Mayor's proposal would be legal, as long as
the park dedication fee is tied to the value of the land prior to the
Improvement. After further discussion, the Counc II generally agreed
to allow the property owner to pay 10 percent of the land value at the
time of the spilt, which would cover all the park dedication fees
should there be any further subdivision of the land. or to pay the
flat fee of $400 now with the understanding that if It is resubdlvided
In the future. the City would have the right to ask for further park
dedication fees for the newly created lot or Jots.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Knight. that we ask BII I (Hawkins) to
draft that either/or option for lot splits and metes and bounds
ordinance. Motion carried on a 4-Yes, l-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
RURAL DEVELOPMENT POLICY
Chairperson Pease reviewed the various development proposaJs for the
rural area of Andover which was discussed by the Comprehensive Plan
Task Force last Thursday. It has been determined that Andover's
actual density in the rural area Is 1 unit for 8.4 acres. Their
recommendation was to adopt a polley of 10-acre lot sizes in the rural
area.
In discussing the map before the Council showing the existing and
future MUSA area, Counc II noted that area to be served by the CAB
Interceptor which is to come across the Rum RIver Is not shown. Mr.
Schrantz also explained the future urban service area shown is that
area whIch could ultimately be served by gravity from the Coon Rapids
Inteceptor per TKDA's study. Counc I I noted that Is not the MUSA line
that was agreed to by the Council.
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(Rural Development Policy. Continued)
Councllmember Orttel was adamantly opposed to the 1/10. 4/40 concept.
He noted the issue that banks are reluctant to finance homes on 10
acres or more because they come under the farm foreclosure bill. He
aJso felt that the City had a right to decide locally how It is to
develop and should not be forced to do something it does not want to
do. The Metropolitan Council specifically by 1aw does not have the
right to zone the cities, and they are trying to do that. speculating
i t is for popuJatlon control. He noted that If Andover approves the
10-acre lot size. the permi t for the mobi]e home park will
automatically be approved because that was the objection to that
extension.
Councilmember Knight stated he is for the 1/10. 4/40 concept at the
present time if the Met Counc 11 Is going to stop the expansion of the
City's MUSA I ine wi thout that requirement. But he also felt that the
Issue will die naturaJ1y because of the natura] growth of the
communities.
Councilmember Perry also agreed with Councilmember Knight. She said
she had supported the 2.5-acre deveJopment because she had been
consIstently toJd that the aggragate development did not exceed 1 unit
for every 10 acres; however. that is not now the case because the City
is now at 1 for 8.4 acres. If future sewer expansions are going to be
jeopardized by continuing the 2.5-acre lot size. she favors the 1 for
10 size.
Mayor EIJing stated he is against the 4/40 concept. so there Is no
quorum to go along with It; but at the public hearing on Thursday he
will not take a position. He didn't feel the item will be settJed In
one meeting.
The Counci 1 did agree that nothing further should be done with the
rural planning portion of the City's Comprehensive P}an until the Met
Counc i 1 Rural Deve10pment Guideline is comp]eted. It was suggested an
agreement be reached with UrbanAnaJysis to do whatever else can be
done on the Plan at this time. then possibly take a few months off
unt i I the funding is available in 1991.
NON-DISCUSSION ITEMS
Counc i I agreed to Items 20. 21. 22. 27. 28, and 29.
MOTION by OrtteJ, Seconded by Perry. to approve those as set forth
in the Agenda items. (See the following:
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(Non-Discussion Items, Continued)
R070-90 - Deny Hokanson Special Use Perml t for PUD
R071-90 - Approve Ed Fields and Sons, Inc. , Lo t Sp I I t
Amend motion to purchase two additional computer terminals to
reflect corrected prices and proper low bidder (one 3477 color
terminal at $1,335 and one 3477 monochrome terminal at $1,067
from Computerland)
R072-90 - Approve final plans and specs and order ad. IP 90-2.
Streets in 164th and Jonquil area
Approve assessment abatement/Woodland Terrace 4th, $113.25
R073-90 - Declare adequacy of petition and order preparation of
feasibIlity report. Streets. IP90-14. Cedar Hil Is RIver
Estates/Cedar Crest 3rd Addition)
Motion carried on a 4-Yes. l-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
APPROVE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT/UNIVERSITY AVENUE
Counc II noted the public hearings have not yet been held and
acknowledged the Issue brought up by Mr. Schrantz regarding the costs
of right-of-way acquisition. He suggested the possibility of each
city acquiring Its own right of way because of the di fferent
assessment policies of the two cities.
Mayor EI ling suggested holding the Item until the right-of-way pJans
and drawings are received to see what easements will be needed.
MOTION by Perry. Seconded by Knight. to so move. Motion carried on
a 4-Yes, l-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
APPROVE RESOLUTION/PIR FUND
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Perry. the Resolution relating to the
Public Improvement Revolving Fund of the City: Establishing the fund:
designating the uses thereof: and providing for its maintenance. as
presented. (See Resolution R074-90) Motion carried on a 4-Yes.
l-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
RELEASE ESCROW/13380 HIDDEN CREEK DRIVE
Mr. Haas asked the Council to table this item.
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Knight. that we table this. Motion
carried on a 4-Yes, l-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
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Minutes - June 5, 1990
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APPROVE RESOLUTION/LOANING PIR FUNDS
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Knight. a Resolution authorizing a
Joan of $1,754.61 from the PIR Fund and providing for the repayment
thereof. as prepared. (See Resolution R075-90) Motion carried on a
4-Yes, i-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION by OrtteJ, Seconded by Knight. approval of May 15 and May 17
Minutes as written. Motion carried on a 3-Yes. l-Present (Perry),
1-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
APPROVAL OF CLAMS
MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Perry, that the Council approve the
schedule of bills submitted totaJ ling $275,114.81. Motion carried on
a 4-Yes. l-Absent (Jacobson) vote.
MOTION by Perry, Seconded by Knight, to adjourn. Motion carried on
a 4-Yes vote.
Meeting adjourned at 10:49 p.m.
Respectfully submitted.
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Marcella A. Peach
Recording Secretary