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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-10-07 CC REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING – OCTOBER 7, 2025 MINUTES The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by Mayor Barthel, October 7, 2025, 7:00 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Councilmembers present: Rick Engelhardt, Karen Godfrey, Scott Schue, and Jonathan Shafto Councilmember absent: None Also present: City Administrator, Sarah Cotton City Attorney, Scott Baumgartner Others PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE RESIDENT FORUM No one came forward to address the Council. AGENDA APPROVAL Mayor Barthel noted the removal of the following agenda item: Item #1R – Approve Grant Contract Agreement with MPCA for Red Oaks Monitoring Area/25-39 Motion by Godfrey, Seconded by Engelhardt, to approve the Agenda as amended. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES September 16, 2025, Regular Meeting: Correct as written. September 23, 2025, Special Meeting: Correct as written. September 23, 2025, Workshop Meeting: Correct as written. Motion by Engelhardt, Seconded by Shafto, to approve the September 16, 2025, Regular meeting, September 23, 2025, Special meeting, and September 23, 2025 Workshop meeting minutes as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – October 7, 2025 Page 2 1. CONSENT ITEMS A. Approve Payment of Claims B. Approve Change Order #1 / 25-30, Removal & Replacement of Bituminous Basketball Court at Sunshine Park & 25-27, Sunshine Park South Parking Lot Mill & Overlay (Resolution R098-25) C. Approve Joint Powers Agreement / Anoka County / 25-13 / Round Lake Boulevard NW Traffic Signal Improvements D. Approve 2026-2027 Public Works Union Contract E. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-02A, 2025 Street Reconstruction: st Xenia Street NW, Vintage Street NW & 161 Avenue NW (Resolution R099-25) F. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-02B, 2025 Street Reconstruction: th Indian Meadows 5 Addition (Resolution R100-25) G. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-11B, 2025 Full Depth Reclamation: Indian Meadows & Fox Meadows (Resolution R101-25) H. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-11C, 2025 Full Depth Reclamation: Pine Hills Addition (Resolution R102-25) I. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-11D, 2025 Full Depth Reclamation: Andover Commercial Park (SAP 198-150-001) (Resolution R103-25) J. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-12A, 2025 Mill & Overlay: Tulip stth Street NW (161 Avenue NW to 168 Lane NW) (SAP 198-105-006) (Resolution R104- 25) K. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-12B, 2025 Mill & Overlay: Kadlec nd Addition, Oakwood Estates, White Oaks Country Estates & 172 Avenue NW (Resolution R105-25) L. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-12C, 2025 Mill & Overlay: Country Oaks West (SAP 198-138-002) & Birch Point Estates (Resolution R106-25) M. Declare Costs / Order Assessment Roll / Schedule Public Hearing / 2025 Delinquent Utility Service Charges, Mowing Fees, False Alarm Fines, and Miscellaneous Abatement Fees Collection (Resolution R107-25) N. Declare Surplus Property/Equipment O. Approve General Fund Operating Transfers and Budget Amendments P. Approve Request to Waive Tournament Fees for MSMA Foundation Softball Tournament Q. Approve Appointment – Utilities Maintenance Worker R. Approve Grant Contract Agreement with MPCA for Red Oaks Monitoring Area/25-39 Item was removed. S. Adopt Assessment Roll / 2863 South Coon Creek Drive NW (Resolution R108-25) Motion by Schue, Seconded by Engelhardt, to approve of the Consent Agenda as read. Motion carried unanimously. 2. DISCUSSION ITEMS Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – October 7, 2025 Page 3 A. HEARING/CONSIDER CLASSIFYING DANGEROUS DOG - 15046 TRUSH STREET NW The City Council is requested to receive a presentation, gather testimony, and consider adopting a resolution declaring a Pitbull named Blue, owned by Paul Stratman, a dangerous dog. City Administrator Cotton reviewed the Staff report in regard to classifying a dangerous dog named Blue at 15046 Thrush Street NW. Motion by Shafto, Seconded by Schue, to open the public hearing at 7:07 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Jayna Allshouse, 15046 Thrush Street NW, came forward and shared that Mr. Stratman is not able to be in attendance this evening as he is very ill. She shared she was not aware of the original incident that classified Blue as a potentially dangerous dog back in 2024. She noted this incident happened through a fence, and she is not sure how the other dog could have gotten hurt through the fence. She explained on the date of the most recent incident, Mr. Stratman was walking Blue on a leash; however, he was not holding onto the leash. She added Mr. Stratman checked the other dog for injuries after the incident occurred, and he did not see any. She noted the other dog was in a car, jumped out, and began fighting with Blue. She said they are very sorry for what happened and apologized that Mr. Stratman was not holding Blue's leash. She stated they do not want to lose their dog and will do whatever they have to do in order to keep him. Chad Stratman, Mr. Stratman's son, came forward and shared his mother passed away a few years ago, and this was when he and his brother encouraged their father to adopt a dog for companionship. He said they will do whatever they need to do to keep Blue. Ms. Allshouse added Mr. Stratman is not in the best of health and has had two heart attacks in the last year, and is also severely diabetic. Scott Coggins, 15043 Thrush Street NW, came forward and shared his account on why Blue is a dangerous dog and Mr. Stratman is a dangerous owner. He shared they live in a cul-de-sac and are being held hostage by this situation. He said when his kids were young, Blue would be left outside for hours at a time and bark endlessly. He stated he asked Mr. Stratman numerous times to move Blue inside, and Mr. Stratman sent him back a letter that said that Blue could bark up to 30 minutes straight. He added he often sees Blue out roaming the neighborhood off-leash. Blake Pemberton, 15058 Thrush Street NW, came forward and shared he lives right next door to Mr. Stratman and Blue. He noted the incident that occurred was with his dog when Blue left his yard and attacked their German Shepherd. He added that everyone on the cul-de-sac is on edge with Blue. He shared he and the neighbors have always had a good relationship with Mr. Stratman; however, this has changed the atmosphere of the cul-de-sac. He said something needs to be done before something worse happens. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – October 7, 2025 Page 4 Patty VanVickel, 15079 Thrush Street NW, came forward and shared her husband and dog had also had an incident with Blue when they were walking. She said that luckily, they have a small dog, so her husband was able to pick the dog up and get away before Blue made it to them. She stated they filed a police report for this incident, which was not included in the Staff report. She said this incident was around five years ago. She added they also had a neighbor, who has since moved, who was bitten by Blue. She noted Mr. Stratman has been a great neighbor; however, he is not strong enough to control his dog, even on a leash. th Shari Miller, 2357 150 Avenue NW, came forward and shared her dog was involved in the most recent incident. She shared she was walking her dog and saw a friend pull up in her car, and she stopped to talk to her. She noted her dog was lying in the grass when Blue came up and attacked. She explained Blue bit her dog on both sides of his mouth and left holes. She added about a week before this, she saw Mr. Stratman walking Blue without holding onto the leash, and Blue walked up to her fence line and started growling at her dog. Heather Squire, 15262 Swallow Street NW, came forward and shared she was the one who was talking with Ms. Miller when Blue attacked her dog. She shared Blue came up and was attacking the dog, and Mr. Stratman was not there. She noted after a few moments, Mr. Stratman appeared and jumped on top of Blue to get him to stop attacking. She said after they were able to get the dogs off of each other, she put Ms. Miller and her dog in her car to drive them away. Motion by Shafto, Seconded by Schue, to close the public hearing at 7:29 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. City Attorney Baumgartner noted the testimony received this evening is consistent with the police reports in the Staff packet. He added there is also a historical log in the packet that goes back to January of 2021, which identifies various times that Blue was found running at large. He shared these incidents appear to be a pattern for Blue. He added he hopes Mr. Stratman's health is okay. Mayor Barthel asked if the dog is deemed dangerous, what the next steps will be. Mr. Baumgartner explained the dog owner would need to comply with City Code, Section 5-1A-8, which sets forth various requirements and conditions, including an enclosure for the dog, not allowing the dog off of the property unless it is on a leash or chain and be muzzled, have a surety bond to insure against any future attacks, and register the dog as a dangerous dog with the City. He added these requirements are not unique to Andover and are very similar to what is under the State Statute. Councilmember Schue asked what actions would take place if Blue had another incident after a dangerous dog classification. Mr. Baumgartner said this would come back to the Council for consideration to require removal from the City or be euthanized. Motion by Schue, Seconded by Engelhardt, to adopt Resolution No. R109-25, declaring a dog owned by Paul Stratman, 15046 Thrush Street NW, as a dangerous dog based on testimony gathered this evening and materials presented in the Staff packet. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – October 7, 2025 Page 5 Further discussion: Councilmember Godfrey noted most of the Council consists of dog owners, and they are very sympathetic to these situations. She said it is the Council's role to protect the residents and their animals throughout the City by following City Code and State Statute. She stated she will be voting in favor of declaring Blue a dangerous dog. Mayor Barthel thanked all of the residents who came forward to share testimony this evening. He noted if Blue is considered a dangerous dog this evening, he strongly encouraged the dog owners to review and follow all requirements. He stated if one more incident occurs, then they would have to take further action. He said he hopes that this will help make the neighborhood feel safer. Motion carried unanimously. 3. STAFF ITEMS A. ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT City Staff updated the Council on the administration and city department activities, legislative updates, updates on development/CIP projects, and meeting reminders/community events. (Administrative Staff Report) Ms. Cotton reviewed the Administrative Staff report with the Council. She said they are currently at 74 new single-family home permits for the year. She added commercial activity has also been steady this year. She stated the developers for Hartmans Meadows and Boulder Prairie Estates are both planning to begin construction this year. She noted the Met Council has provided the City with a system statement, which is a document that cities must use to kick off the Comprehensive Plan updates. She explained the City has 90 days to object to any of the projections or figures that are included within the system statement. She said this will be discussed during the October Workshop Meeting. She shared letters and access agreements went out to property owners in the Red Oaks monitoring area. She added Staff met with the MPCA and is looking to schedule a neighborhood meeting for this project early in November. She shared the Andover Fire Department was awarded an AFG DHS Grant for department-wide driving training. MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT Councilmember Engelhardt thanked all of the volunteers who helped with the most recent puzzle exchange. th Councilmember Godfrey shared she attended the Met Council's special meeting on September 17 in Champlin and noted she was the only person there from Andover. She added she was able to meet their District 9 Representative, and they chatted about housing density. She noted they have had a large number of dangerous and potentially dangerous dog situations to deal with recently. She requested that they discuss City Code around dangerous dogs at an upcoming Workshop Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – October 7, 2025 Page 6 Meeting to enhance the City Code. She suggested adding a requirement of training for dogs deemed nuisances or potentially dangerous dogs to help dog owners control their dogs before they get to the point of a dangerous dog classification. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Schue, Seconded by Shafto, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ava Major, Recording Secretary REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES – OCTOBER 7, 2025 TABLE OF CONTENTS PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ..................................................................................................1 RESIDENT FORUM ..............................................................................................................1 AGENDA APPROVAL ..........................................................................................................1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES ...................................................................................................1 1. CONSENT ITEMS ..........................................................................................................2 A. Approve Payment of Claims ........................................................................................2 B. Approve Change Order #1 / 25-30, Removal & Replacement of Bituminous Basketball Court at Sunshine Park & 25-27, Sunshine Park South Parking Lot Mill & Overlay R098-25 .2 C. Approve Joint Powers Agreement / Anoka County / 25-13 / Round Lake Boulevard NW Traffic Signal Improvements ...........................................................................................2 D. Approve 2026-2027 Public Works Union Contract ......................................................2 E. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-02A, 2025 Street Reconstruction: st Xenia Street NW, Vintage Street NW & 161 Avenue NW R099-25 ......................................2 F. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-02B, 2025 Street Reconstruction: th Indian Meadows 5 Addition R100-25 ...................................................................................2 G. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-11B, 2025 Full Depth Reclamation: Indian Meadows & Fox Meadows R101-25 .......................................................2 H. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-11C, 2025 Full Depth Reclamation: Pine Hills Addition R102-25 .............................................................................2 I. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-11D, 2025 Full Depth Reclamation: Andover Commercial Park (SAP 198-150-001) R103-25 ..................................2 J. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-12A, 2025 Mill & Overlay: Tulip stth Street NW (161 Avenue NW to 168 Lane NW) (SAP 198-105-006) R104-25 .....................2 K. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-12B, 2025 Mill & Overlay: nd Kadlec Addition, Oakwood Estates, White Oaks Country Estates & 172 Avenue NW R105- 25 ....................................................................................................................................2 L. Receive Assessment Roll / Order Public Hearing / 25-12C, 2025 Mill & Overlay: Country Oaks West (SAP 198-138-002) & Birch Point Estates R106-25 .................................2 M. Declare Costs / Order Assessment Roll / Schedule Public Hearing / 2025 Delinquent Utility Service Charges, Mowing Fees, False Alarm Fines, and Miscellaneous Abatement Fees Collection R107-25 .........................................................................................................2 N. Declare Surplus Property/Equipment ...........................................................................2 O. Approve General Fund Operating Transfers and Budget Amendments .........................2 P. Approve Request to Waive Tournament Fees for MSMA Foundation Softball Tournament ............................................................................................................................2 Q. Approve Appointment/Utilities Maintenance Worker ..................................................2 S. Adopt Assessment Roll/2863 S. Coon Creek Dr. R108-25 ...........................................2 2. DISCUSSION ITEMS .....................................................................................................2 A. HEARING/CONSIDER CLASSIFYING DANGEROUS DOG - 15046 TRUSH STREET NW R109-25 ....................................................................................................3 3. STAFF ITEMS ................................................................................................................5 A. ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT .....................................................................................5 MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT ...................................................................................................5 Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – October 7, 2025 Page 8 ADJOURNMENT ...................................................................................................................6