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CITY of ANDOVER
1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER. MINNESOTA 55304 . (612) 755-5100
Regular City Council Meeting - Tuesday, February 2, 1999 agenda
Call to Order - 7:00 PM
Resident Forum Bookmark
Agenda Approval Name
Consent Agenda
Approval of Minutes minutes
Discussion Items
1. Public HearinglVacation of Easement(99-0 1)/4440 145th Lane NW/Krinitsyn phkrinitsyn
2. Accept Dedication of Easement/4440 ¡45th Lane NW/Krinitsyn acptkrinitsyu
3. Public HearinglVacation of Easement(99-02)/4464 145th Lane NW/Olson ph olson
4. Accept Dedication ofEasement/4464 145th Lane NW/Olson acptolson
5. Discuss Zoning Contract/Chesterton Commons/Ashford Development Corporation zoneashford
6. Approve Final Plat/Chesterton Commons North fplatccn
7. Discuss 1998 Warranted Signal Locations & Set Priorities /Anoka County Highway Dept. discsign
8. Discuss School Speed Zones/Andover Elementary and Oak View Middle SchooV disczone
Anoka County Highway Department
9. Gambling Report Continued gambling
HRA Meetin !
10. Public Hearing/1999 CDBG Budget cdbg
Staff, Committees, Commissions
11. Discuss City Newsletter news
Non-Discussion
12. Accept Feasibility Report/Order Plans & Specs/98-33/Cambridge Estates Second Addition acpt9833
13. Approve Hiring of Water & Sewer Maintenance Person hire
14. Approve Resolution/Appraisal Fee Collection appraisa
15. Accept Feasibility Report/Order Plans & Specs/98-28/Shadowbrook 5th Addition acpt9828
16. Approve Quotes/ShrubsN arious Parks shrubs
17. Order Plans & Specs/99-3/Crack Sealing ord993
18. Order Plans & Specs/99-4/Seal Coating ord994
19. Approve Pay Equity Implementation Report pqyequity
20. Expenditure of Contingency Funds contingency
Mayor/Council Input
Payment of Claims
Adjournment
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REGULARANDOVERCITYCOUNCILMEETINGMINUTES- February 2, 1999
TABLE OF CONTENTS
RESIDENT FORUM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. I
AGENDA APPROVAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2
CONSENT AGENDA
Resolution R028-99 accepting feasibility/ordering plans and specsIIP98-33/
Cambridge Estates 2nd Addition ....................................... 2
Approve hiring of Water and Sewer Maintenance Person (Randy W esp) . . . . . . . . . . .. 2
Resolution R029-99 approving appraisal fee collections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2
Resolution R030-99 accepting feasibility/Ordering plans and specsIIP98-28/
Shadowbrook 5th Addition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2
Approve quotes/ShrubsNarious Parks (to cross Nurseries) ...................... 2
Resolution R03 I -99 ordering plans and specsIIP99-3/Crack Sealing ............... 2
Resolution R032-99 ordering plans and specsIIP99-4/Seal Coating ................ 2
Approve pay equity implementing report. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2
Expenditure of Contingency Funds ......................................... 2
Resolution R033-99 approving plans and specsIIP98-9/Cambridge Estates .......... 2
APPROVAL OF MINUTES .................................................. 3
PUBLIC HEARING: VACATION OF EASEMENT(99-0I)/4440 145TH LANEIKRINITSYN
Resolution R034-99 granting the vacation of casement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3
Resolution R035-99 accepting drainage and utility easement ..................... 3
PUBLIC HEARING: V ACA nON OF EASEMENT (99-02)14464 145TH LANE/OLSON
Resolution R036-99 granting the vacation of easement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 4
Resolution R03 7-99 accepting dedication of easement .......................... 4
DISCUSS ZONING CONTRACT/CHESTERTON COMMONS/ASHFORD........... 4
Resolution R038-99 withdrawing contractual conditions ........................ 5
FINAL PLAT/CHESTERTON COMMONS NORTH... .......... ................. 5
Resolution R039-99 approving with conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6
DISCUSS 1998 WARRANTED SIGNAL LOCATIONS AND SET PRIORITIES/
ANOKA COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT ............................. 6
DISCUSS SCHOOL SPEED ZONES/ANDOVER ELEMENTARY AND OAK VIEW
MIDDLE SCHOOLlANOKA COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Motion authorizing Staff to discuss speed zones with county and school district . . . . .. 7
GAMBLING REPORT ...................................................... 7
DISCUSS CITY NEWS LETTER
Motion to accept low bid from ECM Publishers for monthly newsletter ............ 8
MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT
Purchase of computer equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 9
Radium in the water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 9
Entrance signs to the City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 9
Apartments in the City ................................................... 9
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS ................................................... 9
ADJOURNMENT ............ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 9
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CITY of ANDOVER
REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING - FEBRUARY 2,1999
MINUTES
The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by Mayor Jack
McKelvey, February 2, 1999,7:02 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW,
Andover, Minnesota.
Councilmembers present: Don Jacobson, Julie Johnson, Mike Knight, Ken Orttel
Councilmembers absent: None
Also present: City Attorney, William G. Hawkins
City Engineer, Scott Erickson
Community Development Director, Dave Carlberg
City Administrator, Richard Fursman
Others
RESIDENT FORUM
Rosella Sonsteby. 4151 141st Avenue NW - is very concerned with the county's project to widen
CoRd I 16. She understands there will be more stonn water coming to the west side of Round Lake
and to her property. Mr. Erickson understood some of the storm water is being directed to a pipe
that goes into Anoka, thinking it will bypass the ponds on Ms. Sonsteby's property. He was willing
to meet with Ms. Sonsteby to review those drainage plans.
Ms. Sonsteby - didn't know how her ponds could be bypassed, stating she would write a letter to the
county. She read the Minutes of the March 4, 1986, special closed City Council meeting in which
it was agreed to ask the DNR to establish as wetland the area north of Bunker Lake Boulevard, west
of CoRd 9 and east of CoRd 7. That is her land. She accused Councilmember Orttel of voting on
this which affects her property but did not want to give an easement over his own land.
Councilmember Orttel stated he gave them the easement. A pipe was run across his land and he did
not get paid for it.
Ms. Sonsteby - wanted to know where the storm drainage from the Adolfson property went. Mr.
Erickson believed it goes into the Chutich pond. Ms. Sonsteby stated no, that she is getting all of
that water from the east to the west for the benefit of the Good Value development. She is going to
write a book about all of the things that happened here.
Winslow Holasek. I 159 Andover Boulevard - noted in the Minutes from the last meeting indicate
that the plans and specifications were ordered, Resolution ROI9-99, Chesterton Commons 2nd
Addition. He stated the Resolution also orders the advertisement for bids. He felt that should also
be indicated in the Minutes. The Minutes also state that the final plans and specifications were
approved that same evening. He wondered if the Council had those final plans and how they could
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Regular Andover City Council Meeting
Minutes - February 2, 1999
Page 2
(Resident Forum, Continued)
be ordered and approved at the same meeting. Mr. Erickson explained the plans and specifications
were prepared a number of months ago and were tabled because of all the other issues. The
feasibility was updated to include the new sewer and water fees that were changed at the end of the
year.
J eny WindschitI - stated those plans were ordered almost a year ago and have been sitting on the
shelf since then. They waived the public hearing. This is not an unusual procedure. He deposited
about $ I 63,000 to get the plans to this point. Mr. Erickson again stated the revised feasibility
reflected the new costs to the developer. Councilmember Orttel stated it should be understood that
the final plans and specs were done at the developer's risk. He noted it often happens that the plans
and specs are ordered in one motion and the final approval given in the next motion. It is a
formality of the law. Mr. Fursman invited Mr. Holasek to contact Staff for explanations on these
issues. Then if he finds something amiss, he could bring it to the Council.
AGENDA APPROVAL
Add Item 2 I, Approve Plans and SpecificationslIP98-9I1Cambridge Estates.
Motion by Jacobson, Seconded by Johnson, to approve the Agenda as amended. Motion carried
unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA
Item 12 Accept Feasibility Report/Order Plans and SpecslIP98-33/Cambridge Estates
Second Addition (Resolution R028-99)
Item 13 Approve Hiring of Water and Sewer Maintenance Person (Randy Wesp)
Item 14 Approve Resolution/Appraisal Fee CoIlection (Resolution R029-99)
Item 15 Accept Feasibility Report/Order Plans and SpecsIIP98-28/Shadowbrook 5th
Addition (Resolution R030-99)
Item 16 Approve QuoteslShrubslVarious Parks (award low quote to Cross Nurseries)
Item 17 Order Plans and SpecslIP99-3/Crack Sealing (Resolution R031-99)
Item I 8 Order Plans and SpecsIIP99-4/Seal Coating (Resolution R032-99)
Item 19 Approve Pay Equity Implementing Report
Item 20 Expenditure of Contingency Funds
Item 2 I Approve Plans and SpecslIP98-9/Cambridge Estates (Phase VSouth Area)
(Resolution R033-99)
Motion by Jacobson, Seconded by Knight, to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion carried
unanimously.
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Minutes - February 2, 1999
Page 3
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
January 5, 1999, HRA Meeting: Correct as written.
January 19, 1999, Special Meeting: Correct as written.
January 19, 1999, Regular Meeting: Page 3, correct "Captain Bruce Andersohn."
Page 9, Motion by Orttel, Seconded by Johnson, clarify the retail uses must be approved by
a super majority of the City Council... Second to last paragraph, correct sentence, "There
was some discussion on requiring a 4/5 majority vote on the uses, and it was decided a super
majority should be required."
Motion by Orttel, Seconded by Knight, approval of the HRA Meeting Minutes as written. Motion
carried unanimously.
Motion by Jacobson, Seconded by Knight, approval of the Special City Council Meeting Minutes.
Motion carried on a 4-Yes, I-Present (Orttel) vote.
Motion by Jacobson, Seconded by Knight, the January 19 Regular Council Meeting Minutes as
amended. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING: VACATION OF EASEMENT (99-01)/4440 145TH LANE NW/
KRINITSYN
7:30 p.m. Councilmember Orttel noted this is a part of the lot rearrangement approved on November
4,1998.
Motion by Jacobson, Seconded by Orttel, to open the public hearing. Motion carried unanimously.
There was no public testimony.
Motion by Orttel, Seconded by Jacobson, to close the public hearing. Motion carried unanimously.
7:3 I p.m.
Motion by Knight, Seconded by Orttel, passage of the Resolution (Resolution R034-99 granting the
vacation of easement request). Motion carried unanimously.
ACCEPT DEDICATION OF EASEMENT/4440 /45TH LANE NW/KRINITSYN
Motion by Jacobson, Seconded by Knight, in the affirmative the Resolution presented by Staff.
(Resolution R035-99 accepting a drainage and utility easement) Motion carried unanimously.
Regular Andover City Council Meeting
Minutes - February 2, 1999
Page 4
PUBLIC HEARING: VACATION OF EASEMENT (99-02)/4464 I45TH LANE NW/OLSON
Motion by Jacobson, Seconded by Johnson, to open the public hearing. Motion carried
unanimously. There was no public testimony.
Motion by Knight, Seconded by Jacobson, to close the public hearing. Motion carried unanimously.
7:33 p.m.
Motion by Knight, Seconded by Jacobson, to approve the Resolution presented granting the
vacation. (Resolution R036-99) Motion carried unanimously.
ACCEPT DEDICATION OF EASEMENT/4464 I45TH LANE NW/OLSON
Motion by Jacobson, Seconded by Knight, accept in the affirmative Item No.4 as presented on the
Agenda. (Resolution R037-99 accepting a drainage and utility easement) Motion carried
unanimously.
DISCUSS ZONING CONTRACT/CHESTERTON COMMONS/ASHFORD DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION
Mr. Carlberg noted the City Council approved by contract the rezoning of Lots I and 2, Block 2,
Chesterton Commons 4th Addition from R-4, Single Family Urban to SC, Shopping Center. The
contract made retail trade and service uses subject to a super majority approval by the Council
because of a concern that some retail trade and service uses may be attractive nuisances to children
at the Oak View Middle School. Since that meeting, the Staff met with the developer and Attorney
Hawkins has prepared a rezoning contract in which six uses allowed in the district have been
removed. Those six are bicycles, candy, tobacco, art and school supplies, hobby shops and toys;
however, they would be allowed as incidental to a permitted use. Those uses could be approved by
a super majority of the Council.
Councilmember Jacobson was concerned with going through the process of a contract rezoning to
limit just six uses, but those uses would still be allowed as incidentals. He felt it is opening a
"pandora's box". The reason for the contract rezoning is vague, and he didn't think the City should
be going through this process for something that is very minor. Councilmember Knight noted the
children have a lot more money to spend after school these days, and food, candy and pop are a draw
for them. He was concerned with kids crossing Hanson Boulevard, which is unregulated and
traveled at fast speeds.
Councilmember Jacobson argued even with a facility like Snyders or Walgreens, it would be
nitpicking to say they could have gifts, but not candy or art and school supplies. The kids will go
there regardless, thinking the restrictions will create a lot of bureaucratic problems for the City and
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Regular Andover City Council Meeting
Minutes - February 2, 1999
Page 5
(Discuss Zoning Contract/Chesterton Commons/Ashford Development, Continued)
Staff. Councilmember Orttel tended to agree, thinking the City should be doing something to get
the kids across the road in a safe manner. Priority should be given to an under- or overpass crossing.
Councilmember Johnson stated she has received calls regarding the contract zoning. The response
has been that it is really the parents' responsibility to keep track of their children, and they did not
think there would be much of a problem with before- and after-school crossings. It seemed to her
that the residents are not as worried about the kids crossing Hanson Boulevard as the Council has
been.
Motion by Orttel that the Council approve the contract rezoning for the Chesterton Commons 4th
Addition as presented by the City Attorney with the exception that the only time that would be
required to have the super majority vote would be food and candy.
Mr. Windschitl stated one must be careful to restrict food, as a vending machine in the bank could
be considered under this proposal. The uses in the Shopping Center are virtually identical to the
Neighborhood Business District. They have given some thought to a deli with fresh meats. The
motion would require that to have a separate vote.
Motion by Orttel the same motion but the footnote would apply as written in the addendum to the
Agenda presented the evening of February 2 (the items allowed as incidental to a pennitted use listed
above or permitted by 4/5 vote).
Winslow Holasek agreed with Council member Jacobson that not permitting the sale of candy and
toys, etc., but allowing them as incidental to other uses is nitpicking.
Councilmember Orttel Withdrew the motions.
Councilmember Knight did not think another service station/convenience store would be desirable
at this location. Mr. Carlberg stated that would require a Special Use Permit. Attorney Hawkins
advised the Council may remove the condition for the rezoning.
Motion by Orttel, Seconded by Jacobson, that the Council withdraw the contractual conditions
placed on the property known as Chesterton Commons 4th Addition. (See Resolution R038-99
amending Resolution R015-99 to eliminate the contractual rezoning) DISCUSSION: The Council
agreed this brings the rezoning back to what the ordinance allows and takes away the super majority
vote requirement. Mr. Erickson also stated Staff will bring back more infonnation on an under- or
over-pass on Hanson Boulevard. Motion carried unanimously.
APPROVE FINAL PLAT/CHESTERTON COMMONS NORTH
Mr. Carlberg stated the issue the Council needs to discuss on the final plat is the construction of the
bikeway/walkway along Hanson Boulevard. The preliminary plat was approved with the condition
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Minutes - February 2. 1999
Page 6
(Approve Final Plat/Chesterton Commons North, Continued)
that the Council reserves the right to discuss that trail at a later date. At that time, it was unclear
where the MUSA boundary would end. The Comprehensive Plan Task Force has since suggested
the northern boundary of the MUSA be CoRd 20. The trail along Hanson Boulevard would not
extend south at this point because of a large wetland area. There was discussion of using the interior
streets to travel southward. The question now is should the trail extend north from this plat to CoRd
20. From that point, the proposal would be to extend east to the Burlington Northern railroad tracks,
then south along the tracks to Crosstown Boulevard. The trail in the easement of Hanson Boulevard
would only extend one lot in this plat, and the developer would be responsible for paying 50 percent
of that trail.
Mr. Erickson stated Staff has talked with the developer and the watershed, and it appears there will
be a viable connection between the Chesterton Commons 2nd and 3rd Additions. They will still
have to talk with the DNR. After some discussion, the Council didn't feel the construction of a trail
on Hanson Boulevard for the length of one lot would do any good at this time, as it may be some
time before the areas to the north develop to extend that trail. It was also felt the trail would not be
necessary if the connection between the 2nd and 3rd Additions cannot be made. A suggestion was
that an interior trail such as along Craine Street may be a more reasonable route. They did want to
preserve the right to construct that portion of the trail along Hanson Boulevard in the future and
agreed to have the developer escrow the funds for his portion of the trail now for future trail
extension. Mr. Erickson advised the trail within the plat itself would not be designated an official
bike route, as there is no provision to widen the streets to do so.
Motion by Jacobson, Seconded by Johnson, the Resolution approving the final plat of the
development of Chesterton Commons North as prepared by Staff with Item 16 changed to reflect the
bikeway for possible construction along Hanson Boulevard in the future and direct the developer to
escrow $1,000 for his share of the cost of that bikeway/walkway. Ifit is not constructed, that it be
returned to the developer with the interest the City has gained on that money. (Resolution R039-99)
Motion carried unanimously.
DISCUSS 1998 WARRANTED SIGNAL LOCATIONS AND SET PRIORITIES/ANOKA
COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Mr. Erickson reviewed the intersections that meet warrants for traffic signals, the intersections
scheduled to be installed or upgraded in 1999 and 2000 by the county, and the Staffs proposal of
requested studies to be performed during 1999 by the Anoka County Highway Department. He asked
for direction from the Council in prioritizing the installation of traffic signals. Those along Bunker
Lake Boulevard will be included in the reconstruction of that road this year. He stated the City's cost
for traffic signals amounts to 50 to 75 percent of the total cost of between $130,00 and $140,000.
The City typically does one or two signals a year.
Regular Andover City Council Meeting
Minutes - February 2, 1999
Page 7
(1998 Warranted Signal Locations and Set PrioritieslAnoka County Highway Dept, Continued)
The Council discussed some of the traffic problems at the various intersections. They generally
agreed with the test sites and felt the priority intersections for traffic signals for this year would be
Seventh Avenue and I 57th and Hanson Boulevard at I33rd. They also thought that Round Lake
Boulevard at 161st Avenue met warrants and asked Staff to look into that again.
DISCUSS SCHOOL SPEED ZONES/ANDOVER ELEMENTARY AND OAK VIEW MIDDLE
SCHOOVANOKA COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
The Council discussed the report by the Anoka County Highway Department regarding a School
Speed Zone in front of the schools along Hanson Boulevard. The county felt the implementation of
a School Speed Zone to address the concerns in that area would be inappropriate. It was suggested
the county be asked to post those areas at 35 mph when children are present. Another suggestion
was to stripe Hanson Boulevard for turning lanes because of passing on the shoulders. Staff was also
asked to proceed with researching the feasibility of an under- or over-pass across Hanson Boulevard
and funding sources for the project.
Motion by Jacobson, Seconded by Orttel, that the City Council authorize the City Engineer or City
Administrator to meet with the Anoka County Highway Department and the school district to request
a School Speed Zone in the school zones of Andover Elementary and Oak View Middle School,
speed zones to be based upon normal criteria for school zones. At that meeting Staff should impress
upon the school district and Highway Department that we consider it a serious safety issue. Come
back no later than the next meeting. Motion carried unanimously.
GAMBLING REPORT
Mayor McKelvey reported approximately 28 percent of the money received from gambling by the
Lions Club was given to the City. He also noted the amount of donations made to others such as
Youth First, the Dare Program, the county library, scholarships at several high schools, donations
to the schools in Andover, youth teams, youth organizations, for individual medical needs and other
community needs. The state allows them to pay up to 55 percent of the proceeds for operating
expenses. Last year they spent 36Y> percent, which meant more funds could be donated. They
handle a lot of money and do a lot of good. No one person makes the decisions in the Club. He was
offered two or three raises for managing the gambling, but he turned them down, preferring to see
the money to go the community instead. Because some feel it is a conflict of interest, the Mayor
stated he will not be voting on any of the items which involve the Lions Club.
Councilmember Orttel stated there should have been 28 of these reports over the years, as the
ordinance has required a report every quarter since the license was issued. Nothing in the report
states what the expenses are paid for, and he would like to know where that money goes. He felt the
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Minutes - February 2, 1999
Page 8
(Gambling Report. Continued)
expenses are high. Mayor McKelvey stated the Finance Director does have that information. Most
of it goes for the product they buy to sell. Councilmember Orttel didn't think the City Staff should
be preparing these reports. They should be provided to the City every quarter per the ordinance.
Mayor McKelvey stated they are all in the Financial Director's office.
Mr. Fursman advised that this was an informational item and that no action is needed.
The Council recessed at this time to hold an HRA meeting, 8:47; reconvened at 9:03 p.m.
DISCUSS CITY NEWSLETTER
Mayor McKelvey read a report submitted by the City Administrator, in which he summarized his
conversation with Brad Allen, owner of the Andover Times paper. The Minneapple publishing
company will no longer be publishing the Andover Times. The decision had nothing to do with the
City. The use of the Andover Times as the City newsletter is no longer an option.
Mr. Fursman stated Mr. Allen had indicated this was strictly a business decision on his part. The
last issue will be the March issue. The Council has received quotes of cost estimates for a six-page
newsletter. Based on the quotes, he would recommend the City Council award the bid to the low
bidder, ECM Publishers, and see what Staff is able to do. He also had a sample newsletter from the
City of Blaine.
Councilmember Jacobson stated he would be willing to continue to work with Staff on the layout.
He felt there is enough money in the budget to publish a newsletter every month, assuming the Lions
are still willing to pay for the postage to mail the newsletters. His recommendation is to attempt a
monthly newsletter and review it at the end of the year. Councilmember Orttel suggested allowing
some space for articles for non-profit groups, outstanding citizens of the month, and other items that
would be of interest to the residents. Another idea is to have a youth column written by the children
in the schools. Councilmember Johnson stated the school district is also interested in the possibility
of having some space in the newsletter to make the people aware of what is going on in the
community schools. They may also be interested in advertising in the newsletter.
Motion by Knight, Seconded by Jacobson, to accept the low bid from ECM Publishers and pursue
at least starting out with a minimum of a six-page community letter published once a month. Motion
carried unanimously.
Regular Andover City Council Meeting
Minutes - February 2, 1999
Page 9
MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT
Purchase of computer equipment - Councilmember Jacobson asked if there is a three- to four-year
rotation for the purchase of computers, printers, etc. If not, he felt that should be done; and then all
equipment for that year purchased at the same time. He also felt it is time to look at technology on
the web or e-mail. Councilmember Orttel felt the City may be getting to the point where the position
of purchasing agent or manager is needed. He also felt it would be valuable to have a phone line to
receive voice mail from the residents. Mr. Fursman stated there is no plan at this time for the
purchasing of computer equipment and agreed it is time to review the procedures for purchasing
office equipment. At this point he relies heavily on the Departments.
Radium in the water - Councilmember Orttel asked how the change in standards will affect the City's
water supply. Mr. Erickson stated tests are being taken throughout the system. Overall the system
is under the tolerance level. He will provide a report to the Council at the next meeting.
Entrance signs to the City - Mr. Carlberg stated the Planning Intern that will be starting the next
couple months will be working on this project. He hoped to have a plan for entrance signs by spring
or early summer.
Apartments in the City - Mayor McKelvey noted the City is getting negative comments from the
Metropolitan Council and other cities because it does not have a large percentage of apartment
houses. He suggested that instead of constructing huge projects of apartment buildings, that a
program be established that in residential developments, the developer, builder and City would each
donate to subsidize a low-income lot and house. Most people can afford the mortgage, which would
be about the same as paying rent; it is the down payment that the low income cannot afford.
Councilmember Orttel argued apartments are not practical in Andover because of the lack of public
transportation and jobs. At this point, he didn't know what provision there would be to require the
developer or builder to write down a portion of their development. It is a legal question. No
decisions were made this evening.
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS
Motion by Jacobson, Seconded by Knight, to adopt the Claims. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Jacobson, Seconded by Knight, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting
adjourned at 9:33 p.m.
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