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~ CITY of ANDOVER
Regular city Council Meeting - May 1, 1991
7:30 PM Call to Order
Resident Forum
Agenda Approval
Approval of Minutes
Sheriff wilkinson
Discussion Items
I. Amended Special Use Permit/H. Stuart
2. Amended Special use permit/Northern Natural Gas
3. Special Use Permit/Steps of Success/D. Jahn
4. Lothspeich Lot Split & Variance
5. Ordinance 8, Section 8.08, Cant.
6. Ordinance 23 Discussion
1. Rucks Variance
8. Boulevard Encroachment, Cant.
9. Taxes/H. Smith Property ~
10. Exercise Option/Laptuta Property
Staff, Committee, Commission
II. Sewer Hookup/2319 South Coon Creek Drive
12. Newsletter Discussion
13. Community School Report
14. AAA Lease, Cant.
15. Assessment Abatement
16. Award Bid/Air Packs
11. Approve Change Order/Fire Hydrant/Station 1
18. Approve Purchase/Fire Dept. Computer
19. Approve House Burns/Fire Dept.
20. Schedule work Session
Non-Discussion Items
21. withdrawal of Special Use permit/G. Nordeen
22. Accept Feasibility Report/91-5/Njordmark-Dale
23. Accept Feasibility Report/91-6/Hartfiel's Est.
24. Approve plans & Specs/91-2/Creekview Crossing
25. Approve Final Plat/Genthon Ponds
26. Approve Development Contract/Genthon Ponds
27. Receive Petition/91-10/159th & Quinn Area
28. Receive Petition/91-11/Street Lights
29. Receive Petition/91-12/Red Oaks ManorjWater
30. Receive petition/91-13/Street LightsjWobegon Woods
3I. Release Partial Escrow/Northglen 2nd Addition
32. Release Performance Bond/Business Records Corp.
Mayor/Council Input
Approval of Claims
Adjournment
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REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING - MAY 7, 1991
TABLE OF CONTENTS
RESIDENT FORUM . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1
AGENDA APPROVAL · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1
APPROVAL OF MINUTES · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1
SHERIFF WILKINSON REPORT . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1
AMENDED SPECIAL USE PERMIT/H. STUART . · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2
Resolution R056-91 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 3
AMENDED SPECIAL USE PERMIT/NORTHERN NATURAL GAS · · · · · · · 3
Resolution R057-91 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 3
SPECIAL USE PERMIT/STEPS OF SUCCESS/D. JAHN · · · · · · · · · · 3
Resolution R058-91 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 4
LOTHSPEICH LOT SPLIT AND VARIANCE · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 4
Resolution R059-91 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 4
ORDINANCE 8, SECTION 8.08, CONTINUED . · · · · · · · · · · · · · 4
ORDINANCE 23 DISCUSSION · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 5
RUCKS VARIANCE REFUND · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 5
BOULEVARD ENCROACHMENT ORDINANCE . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 6
TAXES/H. SMITH PROPERTY · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 6
EXERCISE OPTION/LAPTUTA PROPERTY . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 6
SEWER HOOKUP/2319 SOUTH COON CREEK DRIVE. · · · · · · · · · · · 7
NEWSLETTER DISCUSSION · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 7
COMMUNITY SCHOOL REPORT · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 7
AAA LEASE . . . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 8
ASSESSMENT ABATEMENT (Lot 16, Block 1, Kensington 2nd) · · · · · 8
AWARD BID/AIR PACKS · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 8
APPROVE CHANGE ORDER/FIRE HYDRANT/STATION #1, TabJed . · · · · · 8
APPROVE PURCHASE/FIRE DEPARTMENT COMPUTER, Tabled · · · · · · · 9
APPROVE HOUSE BURNS/FIRE DEPARTMENT · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 9
BOND COORDINATOR PROPOSAL, Tabled · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 9
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SCHEDULE WORK SESSION · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 10
RESPONSE TO PROPOSED TAX BILLS . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 10
NON-DISCUSSION ITEMS . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 11
Withdrawal of Special Use Permit/G. Nordeen · · · · · · · · · 11
Resolution R060-91 - Feasibility Report/IP91-5/Njordmark-Dale 11
Resolution R061-91 - Feasibi]lty Report/IP91-6/Haettiel's
Estates · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 11
Resolution R062-91 - Approve Plans and Specs/IP91-2/Creekview
Crossing . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 11
ResolutIon R063-91 - Approve Final Plat/Genthon Ponds . · · · 11
Approve Development Conteact/Genthon Ponds. · · · · · · · · · 11
Resolution R064-91 - Receive Petition/IP91-10/159th and Quinn 11
Resolution R065-91 - Receive Petltion/IP91-11/Street Lights/
159th and Quinn · · · · · · · · · · · · 11
Resolution R066-91 - Receive Petition/IP91-13/Street Llghts/
Wobegon Woods · · · · · · · · · · · · · 11
Release Partial Escrow/Northglen 2nd Addition · · · · · · · · 11
Release Performance Bond/Business Records Coeporatlon · · · · 11
RECEIVE PETITION/IP91-12/RED OAKS MANOR/WATER · · · · · · · · · 11
Resolution R067-91 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 11
MAYOR AND COUNCIL INPUT · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 12
Town Meeting . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 12
MTC Bus Seevice · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 12
Environmental Committee · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 12
Nedegaard Amendment to Comprehensive Plan · · · · · · · · · · 12
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 12
ADJOURNMENT . . . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 12
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~ CITY of ANDOVER
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - MAY 7. 1991
MINUTES
The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andovee City Council was cal led
to order by Mayor Ken Orttel on May 7, 1991, 7:30 p.m., at at the
Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota.
Councilmembers present: Jacobson, McKelvey, Peery, Sml th
Councilmembers absent: None
Also present: City Attorney, William G. Hawkins: Planning
and Zoning Commission Chairperson, Randy
Peek: City Planner, David Carlberg: City
Finance Director, Howard Koolick: CIty
Administrator. James Scheantz: others
RESIDENT FORUM
Mayor Orttel introduced the Boy Scouts group from Ceooked Lake School
in attendance this evening.
AGENDA APPROVAL
It was agreed to add Item 19a, Bond Cooedinatoe Proposal; and Item
20A, Response to Proposed Tax Bills.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Percy, the Agenda as amended.
Motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Apr II 16, 1991: Correct as weitten.
MOTION by Peery, Seconded by Jacobson, the Minutes of Apeil 16 as
written. Motion carried on a 4-Yes, 1-Present (Smith) vote.
SHERIFF WILKINSON REPORT
Anoka County Sheeiff Ken Wilkinson addressed the City Council
regarding his annual report on the activities of the Sheritf's
Department within the City of Andover for 1990. He reviewed the
statistical Information regaeding number of cal Is for various reasons,
noting that there was a slight increase in the total number of
responses for eesldentlal burglary, business and commercial burglaey,
ceimlnal sexual conduct crimes, drug entorcement activities and calls
from residents demanding services. The number at accidents in the
City has gone down; howevee, the numbee of traffic arrests have
increased considerably.
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(Sherift Wilkinson Report, Continued)
Sheriff Wilkinson also reported on the special activitIes of the
Department such as the DARE program, special traftic enforcement
progeams, and Project 55. He explained the domestic abuse policy in
the county where an of tender Is taken to Jai I I f theee is probable
cause to believe violence has occurred or has been threatened. There
is no bail unti I the offender- Is brought befoee a Judge. In addition,
his Department is doing shoet-teem and long-term planning to alJeviate
the over-crowding In the jai I facilities.
Sherltf WIlkinson also noted the public Informational meeting to be
held at the Bunker HII]s Activity Center on Thursday, May 9, regardl ng
the firearms range. They have been woeklng with experts to design and
upgrade the facility to meet the safety and noise concerns at the
residents. An off Icer wi II be hired to supervise all eange
activities. The Sherltf also emphasized continued communication
between the City and the Sherift's Department.
AMENDED SPECIAL USE PERMIT/H. STUART
Chaieperson Peek eeviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to
approve the Amended Special Use Permit request of Har-e Stuart to
operate a commercial greenhouse at 13650 Hanson Boulevard NW. The
houes of opeeation were developed at the P & 2 meeting, stating the
applicant may wish to review them.
Hare Stuart - stated It Is primarily a wholesale growing busIness,
though there wi II be some retal I sales for the local residents as a
community service. They supply lawn and gaeden eetall peoducts to the
major groceries over the three-state area. The faclJlty Is primaeily
toe propagation and rooting plants to be shipped to other outlets al I
over- the country. It is a year-round operation. They are employing
28 people, of which 22 ace tull time and 18 are Andover residents.
They work closely with the school district on numerous work and
training programs.
Councllmember Jacobson was conceened that the tacility meet the
bui Iding codes. Me. Stuart reviewed the upgrading they have done to
the building and the lot such as replacing doors and electrical wires
and out lets, removIng several inches of dirt from the entire site,
replacing sheet rock, etc. Mr. Almgr-en, Building Ofticlal, stated Mr.
Stuart has not yet contacted him foe any inspections.
Mr. Stuart explained they are not remodeling but ace brIngIng the
facility up to meet safety standards and code. The Fire Marshal was
there today and mentioned the need for tire extinqulshers. Counc II
noted the taclllty is to be Inspected and appeoved.
Mr. Stuart also asked that the hours at opeeation be changed to Monday
through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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(Amended Special Use Peemi t/H. Stuart, Continued)
Mayor Orttel was concerned about possible outside storage eelating to
the landscaping portion of the bus I ness. Mr. Stuart stated they seeve
several corporations as landscape consultants, but they do not do the
actual landscaping. He is not interested in getting the equipment to
do that type of work, nor does he want the I iabi II ty. Me. Caelberg
explained Mr. Stuart Is going through the site plan process with the
City where exterior storage would be regulated.
MOTION by Perry, Seconded by McKelvey, inteoducing the Resolution
granting the lImended Specia] Use Permit request of Hare Stuart to
operate a commercial greenhouse, wholesale growIng and landscape
consulting business located at 13650 Hanson Boulevard NW with the
following changes: Under Item 2, hours of opeeation, be changed to
Monday through Satuday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.. Sunday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(See Resolution R056-91) Motion carried unanimously.
AMENDED SPECIAL USE PERMIT/NORTHERN NATURAL GAS
Chairperson Peak eevlewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to
approve the Amended Special Use Permit request of Northern Natural Gas
to allow the construction of a building to house gas metering
equipment at 14361 Seventh Avenue NW.
Thad All inQ. Noethern Natural Gas - stated the building will be
beough t to the site, but once the meteelng equipment is instal led, it
is a permanent building.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Perry, the Resolution granting the
Amended Special Use Peemit request of the Northern Natural Gas Company
to allow for the consteuctlon at a 6' x 9' x 8' building to house gas
metering equipment to be located at 14361 Seventh Avenue NW, as
peesented. (See Resolution R057-91) Motion carried unanimously.
SPECIAL USE PERMIT/STEPS OF SUCCESS/D. JAHN
Chairperson Peek reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendation to
appeove the Special Use Permit request of Steps of Success Homes to
opeeate a taster group home at 4100 160th Lane NW. The taster home
has been operating tor three years: however, the applicant was not
aware that a Special Use Permit was needed. When the operation first
began, the City had written them that a permit was not needed.
Chaieperson Peek reviewed the concerns raised by several residents
during the public hearing. Also, the Commission questioned the
credibility of the unsigned letter received listing 12 objections to
the permi t. No one In attendance at the hearIng claimed authorship
nor endorsed It.
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(Special Use Permit/Steps of Success/D. Jahn, Continued)
Chairperson Peek also noted the Commission feels It may be
appeoprlate to add a sectIon In Oedlnance 8 to handle group and
foster homes to aJleviate confusion in the tutuee. Mayor Orttel
agreed that would be appropriate.
Mr. CarJberg noted that in the three years of operation, nelthee the
City nor the Sherlft's Department has received any calls or
complaints. Dave Almgren, Building Official, didn't think the septic
system has been upgraded to accommodate the number of people now being
housed there. Counc i I agreed It should be Inspected.
MOTION by Perry, Seconded by Jacobson, introducing a Resolution
granting the SpeciaJ Use Permit request at Steps of Success Homes
(Dayton Jahn) to operate a foster group home located at 4100 160th
Lane NW, as written with one addition, that there be condition No. 5,
that the property shal I be inspected by the City Building OfticiaJ.
(See Resolution R058-91) Motion carried unanimously.
LOTHSPEICH LOT SPLIT AND VARIANCE
Chairperson Peek reviewed the Commission's recommendation to appeove
the Jot split request of Jeery Lothspeich at 3629 143rd Avenue NW.
Variances are required foe both parcels on area and for the
noetheenmost parcel for lot width. The purpose of the I at sp II t is to
create a lot tor single-family housing. The variances are because the
propeety Is in the R-3 zone but Is being allowed to divide to R-4
requirements since It Is served with municipal sewee. The eeason
foe moving the Jot line to the north is to increase the back yard of
the house facing 143rd Avenue and to keep the grove of plum trees on
the southern lot. The overa II density for the area Is the same.
Attorney Hawkins advised that the lot split will have no eftect on the
action being taking for those Jots in Auditor's Subdivsion No. 82 to
coreect theie abstracts.
MOTION by Smi th. Seconded by McKelvey, the Resolution granting the
lot spIlt and variance request of Jerry Lothspelch to create 2 parcels
pursuan t to Ordinance No. 40 as weltten. (See Resolution R059-91)
Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE 8. SECTION 8.08. CONTINUED
(Councilmember Jacobson did not participate in this discussion because
of a possibJe confJict ot interest.)
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(Ordinance 8, Section 8.08, Continued)
MOTION by Perry, Seconded by Smith, introducing Amended Ordinance
8000 as prepared (Section 8.08 (E) (9), Curbing Requleements.
DISCUSSION: Councllmember McKelvey felt since the Council Is
ultimately responsibJe. that Counc i I approval shouJd be given to
curbing pJans. Other Councilmembers felt they were not qualified to
make that decision. that the ARC Committee has the responsibility of
applying the ordinances to site plans: and if there is a disagreement,
the applicant can bring it to the Counci I for action. Curbing and
drainage has been done previousJy by the ARC. Motion careled on a
4-Yes vote. Councilmember Jacobson did not vote.
ORDINANCE 23 DISCUSSION
Chairperson Peek reviewed the Planning Commission's discussion and
recommendation to amend Oedinance 23, the Equine Oedinance, reJative
to sheltee requirements, separation between the sheJter and the
dwelling and a grandpaeenting cJause.
MOTION by Jacobson. Seconded by Percy, the Ordinance presented with
the folJowing changes: That In Sectl on IV, Shelter Requirements,
strike B and insert in its place the Proposed B (Said shelter shal I be
located no closer than 100 feet from the habitable poetion of any
dwelling and 50 feet from the abutting property lines.) .
Next paragraph, stelke C and insect the Proposed C (The separation
between the sheltee (accessory steucture) and the wel J shal J be as
established by State HeaJth Codes.).
Strike the whole paragraph that says "Note." And add Section XIV. the
Grandpaeentlng clause. Motion carried unanimously.
RUCKS VARIANCE
Chairperson Peeks reported the Planning Commission felt that no action
should be taken on the variance requested by Karolyn Rucks since the
State now has jurisdiction over the we]J separation and the Jegallty
at the Jean-to Is a BulJding Department issue. The Commission felt
Ms. Rucks should be refunded the $50 variance fee.
MOTION by Smi th, Seconded by McKelvey, that we fund the money and
let Ms. Rucks withdraw the vaeiance application. DISCUSSION:
Councilmember Perry teJt that normally only that unused portion of the
variance fee is refunded. Mr. Carlberg explained the idea is that Ms.
Rucks should not have even come betore the Council and theretoee the
entire fee should be refunded.
VOTE ON MOTION: YES-Ort te J , Jacobson, McKelvey, Smith: NO-Perry.
Motion carried.
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BOULEVARD ENCROACHMENT ORDINANCE
Attorney Hawkins explained he Inseeted a peemlttlng proceduee for
anyone who would desire to place encroachments within the public right
of way. He also noted an error in the proposed oedlnance. Page 1,
Section 3, last line should read: "detined In Section 5 herein."
It was also agreed to change Section 12, Appea] to Council, Subsection
C, last two lines: "...declsion shaJ I be adopted by an atflrmative
vote of the Council."
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Smith, the ordinance regulating
boulevard encroachments as amended. Motion carried unanimously.
TAXES/H. SMITH PROPERTY
Mr. Hawkins reviewed his lettee of April 16, 1991, explaining the
refund of 1990 taxes to Hubert and Loretta Smith per the ageeement
when the City purchased propeety from them and for the increased
taxes because the recording didn't get to the County Assessor's oftice
in time to reduce the assessed value for 1991 taxes.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Percy, that based upon the letter
tram legal counsel dated April 16, 1991, regarding the mattee of the
Hubert Smith property, that the Andovee City Council eetund to Mr.
Smith the amount at $248.02 based upon that letter subject to the
contlrmation by Staff as to the correctness of the numbers. Motion
carried unanimously.
EXERCISE OPTION/LAPTUTA PROPERTY
Me. Koolick reviewed the options available it the City Council wishes
to exercise the option to purchase the Walter and Rosemary Laptuta
peoperty. If the option is exercised before August 1, the City will
save the expense of paying taxes on it in 1992 since It will then be
classified as tax exempt. If the option is not exercised until
November 1, theee will be a higher interest cost. If the Counci]
chooses to purchase the ]and, he recommended it be done as c]ose to
either the August 1 or Novembee 1 date as possible.
Councilmember Smith noted the classification will change, which would
affect the tax rate. He agreed to tind out it there will be a change
in classification.
MOTION by Perry, Seconded by Smith, that the City of Andover
exercise its option for the purchase of the Laptuta property and that
they request a closing during the month of July as close to the 31st
of JuJy as possible. Motion carried unanimously.
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SEWER HOOKUP/2319 SOUTH COON CREEK DRIVE
Mr. Almgren explained the septic system on this property has failed
and the property owner has indicated he cannot at ford to hook up to
the municipal system. He eecelved three bids to do the project, the
low bid being K's Mechanical tor $950.00. In addi tI on, the SAC and
permit charges of $690.50 will be fronted by the contractoe and
reimbursed tram the Sewer Fund. The entire cost will be certitied to
the propeety owner's taxes, and the owner has agreed. The owner has
also indicated a desire to connect to City water. That wi]1 have to
be done on his own.
After some discussion. it was agreed that I twill simplify mat tees If
the SAC and permit chaeges are paid directlY from the City's Sewee
Fund and not Involve the contractor at all.
MOTION by Sml th, Seconded by Perry, that we approve the low bid of
K's Mechanical and that SAC and permit charges be taken dleectly out
of the Sewee Fund and sent in; the entire project cost to be certified
to the tax roll. Motion carried unanimously.
NEWSLETTER DISCUSSION
Me1anle DeLuca, Community School Coordinator - stated the residents of
Andover have given very favorable comments about the City newsletter
as an informative source of tinding out what is happening in the City.
She does not feel it Is feasib1e to do the newsletter alone because
the mall costs have gone up so much. She has received a proposal feom
Andover Express; however, at least foue other printers have expressed
an Interest In doing a City newsletter as well.
Counc II directed Ms. DeLuca to seek proposals from othee printees and
the Anoka Union for the printing and maiJing at the City newsletter.
They aJso wanted to know the editorla1 policy of the bidders. Ms.
DeLuca agreed to see if the proposals can be received prior to the
next issue.
COMMUNITY SCHOOL REPORT
Ms. DeLuca reviewed the programs, number of paeticipates and usage of
the facilities for the Community School peogram. She pointed out the
hugh growth in all areas, especially In the use at the taci!ities.
noting the summer program Is one of the largest in the area. For
the $50,000 spent by the City annually, there is about $150,000 worth
of services peovided.
Ms. DeLuca stated she has accepted another position as of July 1 , and
an interim cooedinator has been named. There probably wi I I not be a
permanent replacement until the Dlsteict looks at It In the fa!].
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(Newsletter Discussion, Continued>
Ms. DeLuca stated she has been proud to wack In Andover the last eight
years. She said the City stands out as being a high-class, well-run
City. Mayor Orttel stated the success at the program under her
leadership has been a credit to her, and expeessed apprecIation for
her yeaes of service.
AlIA LEASE
MOTION by Percy, Seconded by Smith, to authorize the Mayoe and Clerk
to enter Into the Lease Agreement wIth the Andovee Athletic
Association. Motion carried unanimously.
ASSESSMENT ABATEMENT
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Smith, that based on an erroe by the
City of Andover, the Andover City Council eequest the Anoka County
Board to abate the 1991 propeety taxes on Lot 16, Block 1 , Kensington
Estates 2nd, in the amount at $75.10. Motion carried unanimously.
Counc II recessed at 9;18; eeconvened at 9:31 p.m.
AWARD BID/AIR PACKS
Lieu t. Roger Noyes explained the SCBA Committee's request to awaed the
higher bid for Draeger air packs because the other bid did not meet
specs with regard to the warranty and the double-sealed face masks.
In addition, they found the Draegee to be superior In other aeeas of
safety and comfort. If the low bid for the ISI air packs was awarded,
Indivldua] face masks for each flreflghtee would have to be purchased,
which Increases the total cost of that bid. Mayor Orttel also didn't
feel the specs were met by ISI regarding the I ength at the back plate.
MOTION by Smith, Seconded by McKelvey, to accept the hIgh bidder at
Alex Air Apparatus for the Deaeger air packs based on the
recommendation by the Fire Department, Including the Alternate bid foe
a total cost of $43,300 because the low bidder does not meet
specifications regarding waeranty and double seal masks. Motion
carried unanimously.
APPROVE CHANGE ORDER/FIRE HYDRANT/STATION 1
Me. Schrantz stated he has not received the quotes for the
installation of a fire hydrant on the southeast side of Fiee Station
#1 and asked that the item be tabled. Counc II agreed to put It on the
May 21, 1991, Agenda.
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APPROVE PURCHASE/FIRE DEPARTMENT COMPUTER
Captain Bob Peach asked that the Counc I I approve the Jaw bid of $4,027
from PC Express foe the computer to be used at Station #1. Mayor
Orttel questIoned the bid, stating a PC Expeess advertisement In
Sunday's paper has veey simlliae computers foe less. He also
questIoned the need for 4 MG of Ram. In addition, he cautioned
agaInst purchasing Windows because it limits the sottwaee to only
that which uses Windows.
Firefighter Larry Capeling noted the bid trom PC Expeess is stili the
lowest and outlined some of the ways the Department will be using the
computer.
Atter fuether discussion, the Counc i I geneeally feJt that more
research Is needed as to the size of computer needed and the costs.
Mr. Peach and Mr. Capel ing agreed. The item is continued to the the
May 21, 1991, Agenda.
APPROVE HOUSE BURNS/FIRE DEPARTMENT
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Smith, that the City Councl]
authorize the Mayoe and City Clerk to sign the documents for the Fire
Department burns at 15637 Round Lake Boulevaed and 4938 159th Avenue
NW as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
BOND COORDINATOR PROPOSAL
Bob Peach explained that the amount of time needed to coordinate the
bond has gone beyond the point at being voluntary. He 1 i sted the
numeeous responsibilites at al I tiretlghters in both the Fire
Department and regarding etforts on the bond, pointing out that most
tiretlghtees do not have any more time to volunteer. He Is peoposing
he contract wi th the City to pu]] the 19 separate entities working on
the bond Into one cohesive process. He guaranteed he wouJd save more
tor the City than what I twIll cost, plus the job wil I be done
correctly so there won't be problems the next five to ten years.
Councllmember Jacobson understood the tIme pressures but had a peoblem
paying someone to coordinate the project. He feJt It should be done
all on a volunteer basis. Councl]member Perry stated she had some
reservations taking the money from the bond; but aftee some checking,
she understands the time Involved in weiting specs, making suee the
Items meet specs, etc. Her problem was having one individual tram a
volunteer group assume a]J at that eesponsibility and using a portion
of the bond funds to pay foe it.
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(Bond Coordinator Peoposa], Continued)
Mr. Peach stated as an Independent contractor, he Is about the only
one that can schedule the time. Other people are paid to manage
portions of the project such as the archItects, engineers, attorney,
etc. He stated he is opposed to a full-time paid tire department,
but he did predIct that at some poInt a full-time paid Fire Chief will
be needed to manage the Depaetment. His proposal Is strict1y until
the end at 1991, oe sooner If the project is completed. Me. Peach
stated he too wants to see the project finish so he can go back to
work.
Councllmembee Smith stated everyone seems to be doing what they can,
and it Is a lot of responsibIlIty. Having been Involved In a sImlllar
sl tuatlon In the past, he understands the commitment involved. He
does not have a problem with the eequest, stating someone is needed to
oversee the proJect unti1 it is completed. Attoeney Hawkins advised
it Is appropriate to use bond funds to coordinate the project.
Mayor Orttel feJt someone needs to be in charge and telt that money
would be saved with a coordinator. He was concerned about peotocol,
preferring to see some recommendation from the Fire Department about
this. Mr. Peach stated he has talked with many of the FIeefighters
and has received tremendous suppoet. He had no problem with the
Counc i I receiving a recommendation team the Department.
Councllmember McKelvey expressed support tor the proposaJ, feeling It
is a wise expenditure of funds and there is a need for a cooedlnator.
Mr. Peach stated he would have a poll taken where every firefighter
wouJd have Input and show the results to the CouncI1 at the May 21,
1991, regular meeting. Counc i I agreed.
SCHEDULE WORK SESSION
It was agreed to add the I tems on the water system to the May 21
Counc i I Agenda; and if there is no time to discuss them then, a
special meeting will be se t .
RESPONSE TO PROPOSED TAX BILLS
Mr. Koolick summarized the proposed House and Senate tax bills and the
potential detriment to ci ties. He suggested the Council appeove the
letters he has deafted to Senator Greg Dahl and Repeesentatlve Theresa
Lynch which express the CIty's concerns with those bil Is.
MOTION by Sml th, Seconded by Peeey. to approve the letters. Motion
careled unanimous]y. The Counc 1 I suggested Mr. Koollck also follow up
with a phone cal I to Senator Dahl and Representative Lynch.
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NON-DISCUSSION ITEMS
MOTION by Smith, Seconded by Jacobson, to accept the Non-Discussion
Items with the exception of Item 29. (See the fol lowing:
WI thdeawal of Special Use Permit/G. Noedeen
R060-91 - Feasibility ~eport/IP91-5/Njordmark-Dale
R061-91 - Feasibility Repo~t/IP91-6/Ha~tfiel's Estates (Discussion
noted the areas that cannot be assessed and the aeeas not
Included In the current MUSA boundary)
R062-91 - Approve Plans and Specs/IP91-2/Creekview Crossing
R063-91 - Approve Final Plat/Genthon Ponds
Approve Development Contract/Genthon Ponds
R064-91 - Receive Petltlon/IP91-10/159th and Quinn Area
R065-91 - Receive Petltlon/IP91-11/Street Lights/159th and Quinn
R066-91 - Receive Petitlon/IP91-13/Street Llghts/Wobegon Woods
Release Partial Escrow/Northglen 2nd Addition/$23,682.96
Release Perfoemance Bond/Business Records Corporation)
Motion caerled unanimously.
RECEIVE PETITION/IP91-12/RED OAKS MANOR/WATER
Councllmembee Smith stated the petition was circulated last year with
the understanding that it Is tor a teaslblJlty study, not a vote In
favor of the proJect.
Todd Beeo. 2130 138th Avenue - stated they had a lot at trouble
getting signatures from those in the double bungalows. He stated he
started the petition In Red Oaks, stating he will be drilling a wel I
this summee unless this project Is appeoved. Mayor Orttel stated It
is not a 50 percent petition; and Council policy has been to oeder
proJects when a majority of the residents are in tavor. Hopetu I I Y
that wi I I be toethcoming at the public hea~lng.
MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Smith, authorizing the Resolution as
prepared for a feasibility study to include the whole of Red Oaks but
designed in such a manner that as It proceeds it could be done In
pieces or sections so that each section could be Independent of one
another If needed. (See Resolution R067-91) Motion car~led
unanimously.
Bob Starr. 2105 138th Avenue - asked if another petition is needed.
Counc i I noted the one presented satisfies the legal requirements to
hold the public hearing. The Council would hope the eesldents wi I I
indicate their preference either by petition or at the public hearing.
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL INPUT
Town Meeting - Councilmembee Perry stated Lyle Bradley has agreed to
addeess the Town MeetIng on May 23 regarding refoeestatlon and
habltate. Mr. Carlberg reported eepresentatives from the county and
State wIll also be there to discuss trees. There was a brief
discussion on advertising the Town Meeting, suggesting It be placed on
cable TV, that the Key Communicators In the City be Informed, and that
the Commissioners be encoueaged to attend. Mr. Caelberg will contact
the schools to see If flyers can be sent home with the children. Mr.
Koollck was asked to attend to answer questions regarding taxes.
Rep. Lynch may be present If the Legislatur'e is not In session.
MTC Bus Service - Mayor OrtteJ stated to obtain bus service In
Andover, he was told the City would be placed in a hlghee tax category
where every home wouJd have to pay about $30 per year. Even then, I t
is anticipated the service area would not reach Andovee for some
period of time. The suggestion he received was to use the Park and
Ride program or the County Traveler as a means of public teanspoeta-
tion. The Counc II ageeed not to proceed any tuether with the matter.
EnvIronmental CommIttee - It was agreed to change the meeting to
Wednesday, May 8, 1991, 4:30 p.m., at the Andover City Hall.
Nedegaard Amendment to Comprehensive Plan - Councllmember Jacobson
questioned the need to request sewer for' the Hay property at this time
since the CAB is not available to that area. Mayor Oettel stated the
urgency of the situation Is that there is an ageeement to deve10p I t
to single-family at this time. If sewer Is not peovlded now, there is
the potentla1 of the mobile home park developed theee. The CAB is
available through Anoka: howevee, Andover Is not able to use the pipe.
Anoka will have to put a new main in. Of all the requests the City
has for the expansion of sanitaey sewee, the Ci ty Is under court order
to service the Hay peoperty tlrst. Attorney Hawkins assured the
Counc 11 that the written agreement with Mr. Hay to develop single
family at the R-4 density guarantees the City that he will not change
his mind and put in a mobile home park once sewer Is made avaIlable.
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS
MOTION by Per'ry, Seconded by Smith, the Schedule of Bills dated
5-2-91 in the amount of $113,601.27. Motion carried unanimous1y.
MOTION by Per'ry, Seconded by McKelvey, to adJourn. Motion carried
unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 11:01 p.m.
Respectfully ~
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