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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC May 20, 1997 I ~ CITY of ANDOVER 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD NW. . ANDOVER. MINNESOTA 55304 . (612) 755-5100 Regular City Council Meeting - Tuesday, May 20, 1997 agenda Call to Order Resident Forum Bookmark Agenda Approval ~ Consent Agenda Approval of Minutes minutes Discussion Items I. Preliminary PlatlNightingale Preserve, ConI. nightingale 2. Discuss Hamilton Square Request for Private Construction of hamilton City Maintained Streets & Utilities, ConI. 3. Hills of Bunker Lake 5th Addition Park Discussion/97 -15 disc9715 4. Public HearingNacation of Easement/Hope Lutheran Church hope 5. Authorize 1997B G.O. Special Assessment Bond authorize 6. Set Sale/I 997B G.O. Special Assessment Bond sets ale 7. Refunding of Bonds refunding 8. Set Public Hearing Date/Redevelopment Project Area phearing EDA Meeting 9. Establishment of a Redevelopment Project Area redevelop Reports of Staff. Committees. Commissions 10. Humane Society humane Non-Discussion/Consent Items II. Declare Cost/Order Hearing/93-17/Crown Pointe, ConI. dcIr9317 12. Approve Ord. Summary/Ord. # 214/Preservation of Shade Trees 13. Adopt Ord. # 36A to Repeal Ord. # 36 14. Adopt Ord. # 49A to Repeal Ord. # 49 15. Adopt Ord. # 117 A to Repeal Ord. # 117 ord117A 16. Approve Garbage Hauler Licenses garbage 17. Accept Feasibility Report/97-22/1736 Andover Blvd NW acpt9722 18. Receive Bids/97-14/Prairie Road & Bunker Lake Blvd Improvements bid9714 19. Award Bid/96-26/SV, of SWv. of Section 22 (Woodland Estates) bid9626 20. Award Bids/96-15/Public Works Expansion bid9615 21. Approve Plans & Specs/Remaining Bid Package/96-15/Public Works Expansion appr9615 22. Approve Final Payment/96-28/Well #3 Maintenance fpay9628 23. Approve Final Plat/Timber River Estates timber 24. Accept Rezoning Withdrawals/Chesterton Commons ashford Mayor-Council Input Payment of Claims Adjournment .. ' - .. - .~.. .-..- .._~ ...-...,...--- ..... ~-" ,.._" ," ) '. REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES - MAY 20, 1997 TABLE OF CONTENTS RESIDENT FORUM · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1 AGENDA APPROVAL . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1 CONSENT AGENDA Resolution R104-97 declaring cost/ordering hearing/IP93-17 Crown Pointe · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1 Adopt Ordinance #36A to repeal Ordinance #36 · · · · · · · 1 Adopt Ordinance #49A to repeal Ordinance #49 · · · · 1 Adopt Ordinance #117A to repeal Ordinance #117 · · · · · 1 Approve garbage hauler licenses · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1 Resolution R10S-97 accepting feasibility/IP94-22/1736 Andover Blvd · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1 Receive bids/IP97-14/Prairie Road & Bunker Lake Boulevard · · 1 Resolution R106-97 awarding bid/IP96-26/Woodland Estates · · 2 Resolution R107-97 awarding bids/IP96-15/Public Works · · · · 2 Resolution R108-97 approving plans and specs/remaining bid package/IP96-17/Public Works · · · · · · · · · · · · 2 Resolution 109-97 approving final payment/IP96-28/Well #3 maintenance · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2 Resolution R110-97 approving final plat/Timber River Estates 2 Accept rezoning withdrawals/Chesterton Commons . · · · · · · 2 Resolution Rlll-97 acquiring tax forfeit property · · · · · · 2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2 PROCLAMATION (Bill Gallagher) · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2 PRELIMINARY PLAT/NIGHTINGALE PRESERVE . . . . . . · · · · · · · · 2 Resolution Rl12-97 approving preliminary plat · · · · · 3 HAMILTON SQUARE REQUEST FOR PRIVATE CONSTRUCTION OF CITY MAINTAINED STREETS AND UTILITIES · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 3 Motion to expedite platting process · · · · · · · · · 4 HILLS OF BUNKER LAKE 5TH ADDITION PARK DISCUSSION/IP97-15 · · · 4 PUBLIC HEARING: VACATION OF EASEMENT/HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH · · 7 Resolution Rl13-97 approving vacation of easement · · · · · · 8 1997B GENERAL OBLIGATION SPECIAL ASSESSMENT BOND Motion to authorize Staff to proceed with sale · · · · · · 8 SET SALE/1997B GENERAL OBLIGATION SPECIAL ASSESSMENT BOND Resolution Rl14-97 providing for the sale ($6,315,000) · · 8 REFUNDING OF BONDS · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 8 Resolution Rl15-97 providing for the sale of $630,000 GO · · 9 SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE/REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA Resolution Rl16-97 setting public hearing for June 17, 1997 9 HUMANE SOCIETY Motion to forward letter to county to spearhead project · · · 9 HAMILTON SQUARE PROJECT . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 9 MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT Hazardous waste cleanup funding · · · · · · · · · · · 10 APPROVAL OF CLAIMS · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 10 ADJOURNMENT . . . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 10 .__ ___0_'_,_· __'__h ___ ._-~-- . t {l~~lj5111C¡7 CITY of ANDOVER 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (612) 755-5100 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - MAY 20, 1997 MINUTES The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by Mayor Jack McKelvey, May 20, 1997, 7:07 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, AndO'Ter, Minnesota. Councilmembers present: Dehn, Knight, Kunza Orttel Councilmembers absent: None Also present: City Attorney, William G. Hawkins Assistant City Engineer, Todd Haas City Engineer, Scott Erickson Finance Director, Jean McGann City Administrator, Richard Fursman Others RESIDENT FORUM Jerrv Windschitl - asked the concept of the summary ordinances. Mr. Fursman explained it is a summary of the ordinances which will be published to avoid having to publish ordinances in their entirety. Mr. Windschitl - stated the summary for Ordinance 214/preservation of Shade Trees does not reflect what is in the ordinance. Andover's ordinance did not contain a provision for planting a minimum of one tree in the front yard of property. The Council agreed to table Item 12, Approve Ordinance Summary/Ordinance #214/preservation of Shade Trees 'until the next Council meeting. AGENDA APPROVAL Add Item 25, Acquisition of Tax Forfeit Property. Table Item 12, Ordinance Summary/Ordinance #214/Preservation of Shade Trees. MOTION by Kunza, Seconded by Knight, to approve the Agenda as amended. Motion carried unanimously. CONSENT AGENDA Item 11 Declare Cost/Order Hearing/IP93-17/Crown pointe (See Resolution R104-97) Item 13 Adopt Ordinance #36A to Repeal Ordinance #36 Item 14 Adopt Ordinance #49A to Repeal Ordinance #49 Item 15 Adopt Ordinance #117A to Repeal Ordinance #117 Item 16 Approve Garbage Hauler Licenses Item 17 Accept Feasibility Report/IP94-22/l736 Andover Boulevard NW (See Resolution R105-97) Item 18 Receive Bids/IP97-14/Prairie Road and Bunker Lake Boulevard Improvements '. . .. -. . . " _ h_ ._. ,_____ -'~r"-"- .' _. ..-........- ,. . - 'I' Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes - May 20, 1997 Page 2 (Consent Agenda, Continued) Item 19 Award Bid/IP96-26/S 1/2 of SW 1/4 of Section 22 (Woodland Estates) (See Resolution R106-97) Item 20 Award Bids/IP96-15/Public Works Expansion (See Resolution R107-97) Item 21 Approve Plans and Specs/Remaining Bid Package/IP96- lS/Public Works Expansion (See Resolution R108-97) Item 22 Approve Final Payment/IP96-28/Well #3 Maintenance (See Resolution R109-97) Item 23 Approve Final Plat/Timber River Estates (See Resolution RllO- 97) Item 24 Accept Rezoning Withdrawals/Chesterton Commons Item 25 Acquisition of Tax Forfeit Property (See Resolution Rlll-97) MOTION by Dehn, Seconded by Kunza, to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES May 6, 1997, Regular Meeting: Correct as written. May 6, 1997, EDA Meeting: Correct as written. MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Orttel, approval of both Minutes. Motion carried on a 4-Yes, 1-Present (Kunza) vote. PROCLAMATION Mayor McKelvey read a Proclamation congratulating Bill Gallagher on his retirement and on a job well done. The Mayor also declared May 30, 1997, to be Bill Gallagher Day in the City oZ Andover. PRELIMINARY PLAT/NIGHTINGALE PRESERVE, CONTINUED Mr. Erickson explained this item was tabled at the last meeting until the Coon Creek Watershed District acted on the plat. The Watershed Board met on Monday, May 12, and approved the Nightingale Preserve project with the condition that a small swale be incorporated to the south of the plat to help direct the drainage. It is private property, but there is a drainage and utility easement over the top of it. The swale would be graded within that utility easement. The system is designed to the 100-year flood, so the houses in that area would not be in danger of flooding in that event. The City is responsible for the drainage and utility easement. The Watershed also thoroughly reviewed the effect of this plat on the agricultural ditch to the south. Their requirements are more stringent than those of the City, and those requirements have been met by the developer. Mr. Erickson went into some detail on the ponding and drainage system and the requirements tha~ must be met by the developer. This plat meets the standards of the Watershed. ... ._ - _". ~. __ u·_·____ J Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes - May 20, 1997 Page 3 (Preliminary Plat/Nightingale Preserve, Continued) Mark Boeshans. reDresentinq Mr. Mavher - voiced an obj ection to the proposed drainage system and their concern with flooding, that the total volume of water will increase. That risk of flooding will also reduce Mr, Mayher's property value. What kind of recourse would he have if there is flooding? Attorney Hawkins could not answer, as it would depend on the event and what was the cause of the flooding. Mr. Boeshans - asked who is paying taxes on the open space areas and o~ the easements. The Council explained the homeowners' association will pay taxes on the open spaces. The property owner's tax statements will re~lect the value of the property less so much for the easements. Another person stated the Coon Creek Watershed Board did not mention anything about a swale or depression. He asked why the water couldn't be piped. Also, it is a private ditch. Does that give the City the right to run water over it. The Council explained the City has a drainage and utility easement over the ditch, which allows it to run water over it. Mr. Erickson stated the pipe system was discussed with the Watershed. Their goal is to not increase or decrease the amount of runoff. A pipe would probably leave the area drier, which is why the Watershed preferred to go with the overland flow system. Ron Iverson. Surveyor of the proiect - had a handout for the Council. He stated he checked the elevations on the topography. There are no obstructions and the water will flow naturally over the ground to the di~ch. The calculations of the 100-year flood is that drainage easement is 889.5 feet. No water will be overflowing the ditch up to those houses. The house on Lot 1 is 895.8 feet. The height at 156th Avenue is 892.9, and the house is three feet above that. In order for the house to flood, the water would have to be three feet above lS6th Avenue, which is not likely. The total width of the easement is 160 feet. Theoretically the water would never be above the ditch. MOTION by Dehn, Seconded by Kunza, the Resolution approving the preliminary plat of the Planned Unit Development of Nightingale Preserve by Nightingale Partners, LLP located in Section 15, Township 32, Range 24, Anoka County, Minnesota. (See Resolution Rl12-97) Motion carried unanimously. DISCUSS HAMILTON SQUARE REQUEST FOR PRIVATE CONSTRUCTION OF CITY MAINTAINED STREETS AND UTILITIES, CONTINUED Mr. Erickson explained he met with the developer's engineer to discuss utility locations and the timing of the Hamilton Square project. He then went through the sequence of events for the project, stating it is very aggressive, but it should be able to be done to meet the timing requirements of the Post Office and health clinic. The installation of the streets and utilities is proposed to be added as a change order to another project in the City, and Staff will work with the developer to decide which contractor will best be able to accomplish the task in the --. - ----..__._~--.,._.__...-~. - . ) Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes - May 20, 1997 Page 4 (Hamilton Square Request for Private Construction of City Maintained St~eets and Utilities, Continued) required time frame. The time schedule will also require that the preliminary plat be expedited between the public hearing by the Planning commission and the City Council's action. They will also have to coordinate with Ashford Development, which is developing Chesterton Commons to the north, regarding easement agreements and timing issues. Jeff Shopek of Loucks and Associates - would prefer to install the streets and utilities in a private manner because they think it will be less costly. But they feel the schedule suggested by Mr. Erickson is acceptable and the public improvement process is still being followed to meet the City's needs. This is a relatively simple project, so he felt the timing goals can be attained. MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Dehn, that the Council authorize Staff to expedite the process of the plat of Hamilton Square due to the unique circumstances of the requirements of the Post. Office that the property be ready for building in September. Motion carried unanimously. (There was another brief discussion on this item later in the meeting. See Page 9 of these Minutes.) Mr. Erickson stated they are working on the drainage for this de~elopment with the Coon Creek Watershed. It is suggested the drainage will go to the north. Councilmember Orttel was concerned with the overall drainage to the north. He suggested a comprehensive study of the storm drainage of that area be done to be sure all of the developable property can be properly drained. Mr. Erickson stated they will look at it and bring back the information to the Council. HILLS OF BUNKER LAKE 5TH ADDITION PARK DISCUSSION/IP97-15 Mr. Haas explained the history of the park project for the Hills of Bunker Lake 5th, detailing the two previously proposed layouts of Layouts A and B, and the current proposal of Layout C. The Park and Recreation Commission is recommending Layout C. The two main issues i8 that of safety with the location of home plate and the playground equipment. Home plate was moved closer to the parking lot in an effort to prevent people from stopping on Bunker Lake Boulevard to drop off children and equipment. Also, the most è.esirable location of the playground is near the home plate so parents can watch both the game and those children at the playground at the same time. The ball field is proposed to be for under aged 10 players, not for adults. Those league games are scheduled for about six weeks in May and June of each year. There is no intention of lighting the field. Joel Levine. 13800 Sycamore - stated the proposed playground is ten feet from his lot line. He is concerned with everything being so concentrated next to his house and all of the activity that goes along with it. They were in favor of moving the home plate to the west. The residents feel it will not make any difference if the backstop is east or west on Bunker Lake Boulevard. Originally they were told this was just going to be'a neighborhood park, not for leagues. --- -T-"'-- - "--~-'--'-"--"-.' .... ) Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes - May 20, 1997 Page 5 (Hills of Bunker Lake 5th Addition Park Discussion/IP97-15, Continued) The Council suggested in the future that parks be signed as to what is being proposed. In this case, it is anticipated that there will be No Parking signs along Bunker Lake Boulevard, though that will not necessarily prevent people from stopping on the street to drop off children. There was some confusion as to whether this park is considered a neighborhood or regional park. Mr. Haas explained it is a neighborhood park. It serves a large area, and it is intended the parking lot will not only be used for league games, but also for residents to the north in the Crown Pointe East plat driving down to use the park. Park and Recreation Commission Chairperson Dave O'Toole stated the park is being designed for children, not for adult leagues. Any league use will be for the under aged 10, generally Monday through Thursday. Layout A is the preferred one, but it is more intrusive to the neighbors than Layout C. The intent is to keep the children away from Bunker Lake Boúlevard. When Layout B was selected, both the Staff and the experts at the playground equipment company saw glaring safety factors. Even though there are No Parking signs on Bunker L~ke Boulevard at the Hidden Creek North park, he witnessed people still stopping to drop off children, and then turn around on the street. They have an opportunity to design this park to keep the activities as far away from the residents as possible yet provide a safe environment for the children. He "also pointed out the many times the coaches are dropped off as close to the back stop as possible to carry the equipment the shortest distance. Mr. Haas stated the intent is to relocate some trees as a vegetative barrier between the residences and the park itself. There are six trees that need to be moved, and they will work with the developer and the residents to relocate them along the edge of this park. A woman felt the railroad tracks themselves are a hazard, and so is the traffic on Bunker Lake Boulevard. Also, Sycamore Street is very busy, and it will be difficult for traffic to leave the parking lot and access onto Bunker Lake Boulevard. She suggested the park be put to some other use, such as tennis courts or swing sets. Chairperson O'Toole stated tennis courts are an option, but there is a lot of land here that would support a ball field. Councilmember Orttel stated he has never heard of complaints from other residents who live near ball fields. It is not a¡j offensive activity. Mr. Haas stated generally tennis courts are lighted and used almost 24 hours a day. Councilmember Dehn felt a tennis court woulQ be more offensive to the neighbors and is more of an adult use. The ball field is for children and is family oriented. She noted the increased use of the ball field at pine Hills and agrees with positioning the playground near the parking lot and the back stop. Mark Savaria. Lot 3 - stated the neighbors did agree with Layout B. His children play T-Ball, so they know the factors. What is different with this park is the highway and the railroad tracks. If a train stops across the intersection of Bunker Lake Boulevard, the traffic backs up .. eo_ _'H~_ ,~_.__. ..... _ . ~") Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes - May 20, 1997 Page 6 (Hills of Bunker Lake 5th Addition Park DiscussionjIP97-15, Continued) past the intersection of Sycamore Street. If a game is finished at the same time, he predicted an increase in tn..ffic cutting through the neighborhood rather than waiting for the train to cross. That in itself creates a safety problem for the neighborhood. Mayor McKelvey thought that had been considered. The chances that a train would be stopping at the same time a game is getting out are few, and people can turn east to prairie Road rather than going through the development. Councilmember Orttel didn't think it would be any different than during rush hour now. Mr. Savaria - stated the reason the residents chose Layout B was the playground equipment was further away from Bunker Lake Boulevard and it provided access for those on the trails. If a toddler would wonder off, the worse that could happen is it would go into someone's back yard rather than on Bunker Lake Boulevard or in the parking lot. It was a safety issue. Is this going to be fenced? Mr. Haas stated fencing has not been put up in other parks, but one could be installed if it becomes a safety factor. Several residents argued against Layout C and for Layout B. Councilmember Dehn was more concerned with the railroad tracks, and found that Layout C keeps the children the farthest away from them. Councilmember Orttel also felt the best situation is to have the playground equipment close to the parking lot so people would not have to walk way across the field, plus it wouLd be close to where the parents will be during the games. It is also important that the back stop be as close to the parking lot as possible to eliminate cars stopping on Bunker Lake Boulevard to drop off children and equipment. He felt that the residents would not want their children playing way on the west side of the park near the railroad tracks so far away from the parking lot. Kim Savaria - was concerned with people parking on the street and cutting through her yard to get to the park. She is also concerned with the amount of traffic that close to the playground area because of the parking lot and Bunker Lake Boulevard. It is a safety issue, especially when the traffic backs up when a train stops. She noted the difference in distances from their proposal and that of Layout C. The playground in the southwest corner could be moved closer to the backstop area so the children can be watched by the parents. She was concerned that though they want to work with the City to meet their requirements, that the Councilmembers have already made up their minds. Lvnda Levine - didn't want Layout C because the playground is by the parking lot and only 10 feet from their lot line, and their lot is only 50 feet across at the back. She is asking for some space. She understood the issue of having the backstop n~ar the parking lot or near the entrance of the park. In this case, the entrance is not near the back stop. There is a lSD-foot deep parking lot from the entrance to the park, and even in Layout C the backstop is still 250 feet from the entrance. The entrance to the park simply can't be put near the backstop. The map with the letter shows a compromise between Layouts B and C by putting the backstop further west. It is only adding 100 feet "-.- - _0- __._ _. ------ -- '~._) Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes - May 20, 1997 Page 7 (Hills of Bunker Lake 5th Addition Park Discussion/IP97-15, Continued) from the backstop to the parking lot from Layout C. It could also be moved even further north. Councilmember Orttel argued against placing the playground on the outside corner of the park between Bunker Lake Boulevard and the railroad tracks. Many parents wouldn't allow their children to be so far away from the other activities. He didn't think the parking lot is an issue for children, as cars are not going fast and it is a dead end. The problem is the traffic on Bunker Lake Boulevard. Logically whether the children are driven to the park or ride their bikes, the playground should be close to the parking lot. Councilmember Knight stated by pushing the entire field west 30 or 40 feet, more room would be left on the east side for the playground. It is also probable that there will be six to ten-year-old neighborhood children playing there that are unsupervised. He noted it has also been the City's experience that people will take the shortest route to get to the backstop area, so it is important to place it as close to the parking lot as possible to avoid other problems. Mr. Haas stated they are trying to leave a small buffer between the bike path and the outfield. Also, the playground must be handicapped accessible, which means a blacktopped path must be provided to it. The discussion with the residents continued, with the Council explaining the safety factors involved and expressing their opinions that the playground and backstop should be as close to the parking lot ad possible. There was some question on whether a soccer field would fit better on the property. Chairperson O'Toole stated the issue of the parking lot and playground would remain. Mr. Savaria - agreed with the construction of a soccer field, feeling there would be more flexibility in locating the playground. Mr. Haas stated Staff can determine if there is enough room to construct an under-ten soccer field in the park. Councilmember Knight preferred to get a feeling from the neighborhood as a whole whether they would prefer a soccer field or a ball field. Mr. Haas stated they will place the item on a Park Board agenda and invite the neighbors to provide input. He will then update the Council, but it probably will not be brought back as an agenda item for further discussion. PUBLIC HEARING: VACATION OF EASEMENT/HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH 9:10 p.m. Mayor McKelvey opened the public hearing. Marlo Dummann. Buildinq Committee for Hope Lutheran Church - understood that Woodland Development had wanted to make this property commercial but then was forced to make it residential. There is only one lot tha~ had access to the road. He stated this is necessary to replat the two lots to combine them. The Council stated it is not necessary to replat or combine the two lots. They can build on both lots. MOTION by Dehn, Seconded by Kunza, to close the public hearing. Motion carried unanimously. 9:13 p.m. ._ - __ _0.__-·_- __ .__._,__~ _ J Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes - May 20, 1997 Page 8 (Public Hearing: Vacation of Easement/Hope Lutheran Church, Continued) MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Knight, the Resolution prepared for the vacation of the drainage and utility easement. (See Resolution Rl13-97) Motion carried unanimously. AUTHORIZE 1997B GENERAL OBLIGATION SPECIAL ASSESSMENT BO.ND Ms. McGann explained this bond is for $6,31=,000 and the bonding term will be for five years with the option to prepay all or part of them after two years. Thomas Trusinski. Juran & Moodv. Inc. - did not think the City would be incurring a penalty because of the call provision. He explained that because the total bonding for the City in 1997 exceeds $10 million, the issue of arbitrage becomes a factor. Ms. McGann asked the Council to authorize the Staff to proceed with the second 1997B General Obligation Special Assessment Bonds. MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Dehn, to so move. Motion carried unanimously. SET SALE/1997B GENERAL OBLIGATION SPECIAL ASSESSMENT BO.ND Ms. McGann stated the bid deadline would be established as Tuesday, June 17, 1997, at 11:00 a.m. MOTION by Dehn, Seconded by Kunza, to approve the Resolution providing for the sale of $6,315,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds of 1997, Series B. (See Resolution Rl14-97) Motion carried unanimously. REFU.NDING OF BO.NDS Ms. McGann asked the Council to approve the refinancing of the General Obligation Refunding bond of 1986C. They attempted to refund that bond at a lower interest rate last year, but the market didn't cooperative. Now the market appears to be favorable to refinance the debt. This would be considered bank qualified, which means a lower interest rate on the refinancing. It has been calculated that the refinancing would save about $150,000 in interest. The present interest rates on the debt varies between 7 and 7.4 percent. The refinancing interest rate would be between 4.2 and 4.8 percent. Thomas Trusinski. Juran & Moodv. Inc. - explained the Council can either go out for bids on the issue or negotiate privately with Juran and Moody, Inc.. The rates of 4.2 and 4.8 percent are based on the last public sale done for an A rated city around May 5. The bond will remain callable. Mr. Fursman explained Juran and Moody's ability to negotiate a direct sale with the City to avoid the bidding process and eliminate the issuance costs. This also allows the City to guarantee this rate. .-- --___ ____~.___._. ...._____ ._~____ __ __ ~.._ u._ ( ]: Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes - May 20, 1997 Page 9 (Refunding of Bonds, Continued) He is comfortable with the negotiated direct sale for such a small bond, but would not recommend it for larger bonds. Ms. McGann stated if the Council is comfortable with the negotiated sale with Juran and Moody, Exhibit A, pages A1 through A6 should be disregarded. MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Dehn, the Resolution providing for the sale of $630,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds of 1997 as prepared. (See Resolution Rl15-97 for the negotiated sale with Juran and Moody, Inc. ) Motion carried unanimously. SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE/REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA Ms. McGann stated a public hearing is requ::"red as the first step in issuing an EDA bond for the redevelopment project area to construct the Public Works expansion. MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Knight, the Resolution initiating the process for approval of the redevelopment project area as presented, to hold the public hearing on June 17, 1997. (See Resolution R1l6-97) Motion carried unanimously. The Council recessed at this time to hold an EDA meeting, 9:45; reconvened at 10:00 p.m. HUMANE SOCIETY The Council noted the desperate situation of the North Metro Humane Society financially and with their building. The new contract has an increase of $500 per month for services. He suggested the ten cities which use the facility design a solution which addresses the long- and short-term problems of the center. The Council generally agreed, and suggested the County spearhead the initiative to develop a long-term solution to the problem. MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Dehn, that the Council authorize the Administrator to forward a letter to Commissioner Berg asking him to spearhead a proj ect to keep the Humane Society a viable operation. Motion carried unanimously. HAMILTON SQUARE PROJECT Jerrv Windschitl. Ashford Development - stated neither he nor his engineers have been contacted nor given any information about the Hamilton Square project. Apparently there is a plan designed that uses his property, but he hasn't seen it. He just wanted the Council to be aware of this. They have submitted their final grading plan, which was extremely difficult to do because of the drainage sensitive issue. The bulk of the grading for his plat is done. Mr. Fursman stated they have been urging both parties to get together. He will bring this information to the City Engineer. -- .---- __ _0.· __A _, u"__ ~__ . - - .._" -~ ~- E Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes - May 20, 1997 Page 10 MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT Hazardous waste cleanup funding - Mr. Fursman announced the House and Senate have reached a compromise and approved $500,000 to the City of Andover for the cleanup of hazardous waste. The amount should cover the cleanup costs, as the bids came in lower than anticipated. The City will be able to use some of that money for other related contamination. The bill is awaiting the Governor's signature. councilmember Knight suggested a letter be written to the City's representatives who were instrumental in getting this bill passed. Mayor McKelvey stated he will also invite them to the next meeting. MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Dehn, to direct the Administrator to write a letter of appreciation to both of those people (Senator Paula Hansoil and Representative Kathy Tingelstad) Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS MOTION by Orttel, Seconded by Dehn, the Council approve Claims for a total amount of $425,585.04 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Knight, Seconded by Kunza, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 10:18 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ~~x;cL v M~lla A. Peach Recording Secretary "____.. _" -··_0_- _u_______. ______