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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC April 19, 1994 REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES - APRIL 19, 1994 TABLE OF CONTENTS RESIDENT FORUM · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1 AGENDA APPROVAL . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2 CONSENT AGENDA Resolution R065-94 for "No Parking" on Bunker Lake Blvd · · · 2 Resolution R066-94 approving plans and specs/IP94-l/Lights, City Hall Park Complex #1 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2 Resolution R067-94 approving plans and specs/IP93-9/Xeon · · 2 Resolution R068-94 approving plans and specs/IP93-l2/Hills of Bunker Lake 5th · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2 Resolution R069-94 approving plans and specs/IP93-3l/Woodland Creek 4th Addition · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2 Resolution R070-94 approving election of Administrator to be excluded from PERA · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2 Resolution R07l-94 approving the USCM Deferred Compensation Program · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2 BUNKER LAKE BOULEVARD FRONTAGE ROADjIP93-30 · · · · · · · · · · · 2 Resolution R072-94 ordering project · · · · · · · · · · · · · 3 FINANCIAL ADVISOR FOR PARK PLAN Motion to authorize engagement of Springsted, Inc. · · · · · 3 INCREASE ELECTION JUDGE SALARIES Motion to increase to $8/$8.50/ hour (dies for lack of Second) 4 Motion to increase to $7/$7.50 per hour · · · · · · · · · · · 4 WORK SESSION WITH PARK COMMISSION Motion to schedule joint meeting for April 28, 7 p.m. · · · · 4 MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT Update on Litigations · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 4 Street Improvements for 140th Lane' · · · .. · · · · · · · · · 5 PAYMENT OF CLAIMS · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 5 ADJOURNMENT . . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 5 -.-... ".-" ,___.._.___~. d. __. ~ CITY of ANDOVER REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - APRIL 19, 1994 MINUTES The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by Mayor Jack McKelvey on April 19, 1994, 7:00 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Councilmembers present: Dalien, Jacobson, Knight, Perry Councilmembers absent: None Also present: City Attorney, William G. Hawkins TKDA Engineer, John Davidson Assistant City Engineer, Todd Haas City Planner, Dave Carlberg City Finance Director, Daryl Sulander City Administrator, Richard Fursman Others RESIDENT FORUM Joe Kabacinski, 2351 Uplander - complained about the children running wild in the neighborhood since all the new houses have been built and the damage being done in the park. They have called the police several times, and they do not respond. They have been concerned about giving their name to the police for fear of reprisals. He wondered if the speed limit on the street could be reduced because of the park. They also suspect the people at one house on Uplander have been selling beer and drugs to some of the children. Again, they called the police, but they do not respond. There is one street light in the park close to South Coon Creek Drive; but there should be another one. The parks close at 10:30; but often there are teens still out there at 12 and 1 o'clock. Also, people rake their leaves to the back of their lots which adjoins his, so he ends up getting all the rubbish and brush. The yards should be cleaned up. He called the City two weeks ago on that and nothing has been done. Mayor McKelvey stated he will talk to the Deputies and get some patrol in that area. A Code Enforcement Officer has been hired and will be dealing with complaints on record. He suggested the residents call Mr. Carlberg with the information. Mr. Haas stated the State will not lower the speed limit below 30 mph. Bonnie Hoffman, 2341 Uplander - agreed with Mr. Kabacinski, stating they know the person on Uplander gives beer to minors night after night, but the police won't do anything about it. It starts about 2:30 in the afternoon when the youth come home from school. They are also concerned about teens who may be dependent upon drugs. Council suggestion was to have the neighbors video tape any violation, after which the Attorney would draft a complaint and charge this individual with a crime. Lori Kabacinski - stated there are cans and glass allover the picnic area of the park from a party the other night. The slide cannot be used because there is glue on it. It is a mess and they would like to get another street light in the park by the playground. Mayor McKelvey stated the Parks Department will look into that matter. tn~~5"I'>ICf4 -----~- --" ~------ -. -. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes - April 19, 1994 Page 2 AGENDA APPROVAL Delete Item 3, Reallocation of CDBG Funds at the HRA Meeting. MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Knight, to approve the Agenda with the deletion of Item 3. Motion carried unanimously. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Perry, move in the affirmative the Non- Discussion Items Numbers 10-15: Approve Resolution/"No Parking" on Bunker Lake Boulevard (See Resolution R065-94) Approve Plans and Specs/IP94-l/Lights, City Hall Park Complex #1 (See Resolution R066-94) Approve Plans & Specs/IP93-9/Xeon Street (See Resolution R067-94) Approve Plans and Specs/IP93-l2/Hills of Bunker Lake 5th (See Resolution R068-94) Approve Plans and Specs/IP93-3l/Woodland Creek 4th Addition (See Resolution R069-94) Adopt Resolutions Authorizing Administrator to Opt out of PERA and use United States Conference of Mayors for Deferred Compensation (See Resolution R070-94 approving election of Mr. Fursman to be excluded from PERA¡ Resolution R07l-94 approving the USCM Deferred Compensation Program) Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES April 5, 1994, Regular Meeting: Correct as written. April 5, 1994, Special Closed Meeting: Correct as written. April 5, 1994, EDA Meeting: Correct as written. MOTION by Perry, Seconded by Dalien, approval of all three sets of Minutes as presented. Motion carried unanimously. April 7, 1994, Park and Recreation Commission Minutes, Page 3: councilmember Knight felt the Minutes imply the Council is in favor of a park bond election for the fall or Spring of 1995. He and the other Councilmembers noted the Council has made no decision on this issue. Mr. Fursman stated Staff understood the Council position to be that before anything further would be considered, additional information and study should be undertaken to get more facts. No action was taken. BUNKER LAKE BOULEVARD FRONTAGE ROAD/IP93-30, CONTINUED Mayor McKelvey stated he and Mr. Haas met with the owners of Kottke Bus Company and reviewed the project and project costs. Kottke's is in ..-. ...... .___o_.____"_._" Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes - April 19, 1994 Page 3 (Bunker Lake Boulevard Frontage RoadIIP93-30, Continued) favor of proceeding with the project with the proposed three-year deferment. It was his opinion that the deferment should be without interest, that is the City would pay the interest for those three years out of the Tax Increment Financing Funds. Councilmember Jacobson agreed, as there will be very little interest; and he felt after the project is completed, the land will become valuable and will develop quickly. Chuck Peterson, representinq Kottke Bus Companv - stated the project with the three-year deferment was agreeable and that it should proceed. He asked about purchasing the ponding and drainage area. Mr. Davidson stated the area needed will be purchased through negotiation. MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Dalien, the Resolution as presented ordering Project 93-30 with the additional language, the assessment will be deferred for a period up to three years from the date of the onset of the construction unless the parcel connects to either sewer and water or unless a parcel is sold. If either of those instances occurs, the assessment will start on the date of connection or sale. The interest during this deferment period shall be paid out of the Tax Increment Financing Funds. (See Resolution R072-94) Motion carried unanimously. The Council recessed at this time to hold an HRA and an EDA Meeting, 7:28; reconvened at 8:09 p.m. AUTHORIZE FINANCIAL ADVISOR FOR PARK PLAN Mr. Sulander asked the Council to consider authorizing Springsted, Inc., as the financial aevisor for the preparation of a capital improvement plan and possible bond sale to finance the improvements. with the growth of the City, there is a need to address the parks and City facilities and making those improvements in a timely manner. Springsted would work with the City Staff and Park Board to develop a Capital Improvements plan and a time line for specific improvements. Their advise would be provided through the potential sale of bonds. They would not receive an hourly reimbursement for their guidance and assistance in preparing the necessary information until the bond sale is approved. A survey of the residents would be done, plus the Park Board would hold public hearings for resident input. Dave MacGillivrav, Sprinqsted, Inc. - stated they work with a vast number of cities and do a lot with financing programs, not just with bonding. They do a lot of planning in terms of how to make the pieces fit together, and that is why they do not charge for the planning at this level. This is part of their over-all service. MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Dalien, that the City Council authorize the engagement of Springsted, Inc., as financial advisor for the Park Board to assist the Park Board in the preparation of a Capital Improvements Plan for possible future park expansion and to assist the Park Board in any way in the financial determination for a potential bond issue. Motion carried unanimously. ~._~. ".-" . -_.---~._. - -- -. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes - April 19, 1994 Page 4 INCREASE ELECTION JUDGE SALARIES Mr. Sulander stated the county has advised the City Clerk that the hourly rates paid to the election judges should be increased. It has remained at $5 per hour, $5.50 per hour for chief judge, since 1986. The Anoka County Board of Commissions is offering a per capita subsidy to increase those wages. Staff is recommending the salaries be increased to $8 and $8.50 per hour. That would fit into the overall budget for election costs. In discussing the judges' salaries, the several Councilmembers felt it was too great of an increase from the current wage to $8/$8.50 per hour and that it was a substantial amount for a volunteer position. MOTION by Dalien the Staff recommendation to raise the election judges' salaries to the $8/$8.50 per hour range. Motion dies for lack of a Second. MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by McKelvey, to move the election judge hourly rate from the present $5 and $5.50 to $7 and $7.50. Motion carried on a 4-Yes, I-No (Knight) vote. ROOF PROPOSAL Mr. Fursman suggested the City contract with GME Consultants, Inc. , to make an evaluation of the roof systems on the City Hall Building and the Public Works Building before proceeding with any remedial action because of the complexity of these projects. MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Perry, that the Council authorize Staff to contract with GME Consultants, Inc. , to do a study on the roofs of the City Hall and Public Works Building at a cost not to exceed $800, and to come back to the Council with a report on problems and corrective action, that the funds to come out of the Contingency Fund. Motion carried unanimously. SCHEDULE WORK SESSION WITH THE PARK COMMISSION Council agreed to hold a joint meeting with the Park and Recreation Commission on Thursday, April 28, 1994, 7:00 p.m. MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Dalien, to so move. Motion carried unanimously. MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT Update on Litigations - Attorney Hawkins updated the Council on the status of several litigation items. .. ._--.....----_. - Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes - April 19, 1994 Page 5 (Mayor/Council Input, Continued) Street Improvements for 140th Lane - Councilmember Jacobson asked whether the improvement of l40th Lane east from the Hills of Bunker Lake 5th Addition should be considered since it is a short street and will be an ingress/egress for the new subdivision. Mr. Haas explained the residents have submitted a petition for improvements, but the estimate from TKDA came back at $14,000 per lot for streets with curb and gutter, sanitary sewer and water. At that cost, the residents did not wish to proceed. He did not recommend installing the street without extending the sewer and water lines, since that is where the lines will be run to serve the eastern portion of the City. It is a fairly deep sewer line, and it would be better to run the line down the center of the road rather than in the boulevards. The developer of the Hills of Bunker Lake 5th may be willing to pay for a portion of it; they are still negotiating. Staff feels the sewer and water should be extended now and the street paved. No action was taken. PAYMENT OF CLAIMS Mayor McKelvey noted the claims in the amount of $274,759.05. MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Perry, to move approval. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Jacobson, Seconded by Perry, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ~~c~J- Recording Secretary -~--'. "'--" . --~_._-- -. - --...