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REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING – DECEMBER 16, 2025
MINUTES
The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by Mayor
Barthel, December 16, 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
Fire Chief, Dennis Jones
Others
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
RESIDENT FORUM
Eric Johnson, 15598 Inca Circle NW, came forward and shared that last Wednesday, December
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10, he was leaving his home around 8:00 a.m. and the residential streets had not yet been plowed.
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He said he was traveling south on Inca Circle when he turned left on 155 Avenue, where he saw
a school bus in the ditch. He shared he wanted to bring this forward, giving the increases that
residents have seen to pay for road improvements.
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William Corn, 3001 151 Lane NW, came forward and shared he has been a resident of Andover
for over 30 years. He noted he has worked in global credit and risk management for many years
and wanted to comment on the road reconstruction policy. He said he lives in Kadlec Estates and
shared his, as well as his neighbor’s, concerns with this project. He noted with this project, the
bituminous will be narrowed by two feet to accommodate the addition of concrete curbing. He
stated this is the only major difference between the Kadlec Estates project and the East Road Lake
Estates project, which makes the Kadlec Estates project over $242,000 more than the East Round
Lake Estates project. He noted this neighborhood only has 13 households. He asked the Council
to reconsider the use of concrete curbing in this neighborhood. He said the current road
reconstruction policy has been in place for 20 years and has not been subject to a deep financial
analysis or review by usage type. He suggested the Council hold a Workshop meeting to reexamine
this policy to allow for industry experts and members of the public to participate in a
comprehensive review of the policy. He said they should not take a one-size-fits-all approach to
the roads. He requested the Kadlec Estates project be put on hold until this policy and project have
been fully vetted.
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Michael Olsen, 3052 153 Avenue NW, came forward and shared he used to be on the Planning
and Zoning Commission 15 years ago, and the road reconstruction policy was also a contentious
issue back then. He asked the Council to revisit this policy and allow the residents to comment on
it.
AGENDA APPROVAL
Motion by Godfrey, Seconded by Engelhardt, to approve the Agenda as presented. Motion carried
unanimously.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
November 25, 2025, Workshop Meeting: Correct as written
November 25, 2025, Closed Meeting: Correct as written
December 2, 2025, Regular Meeting: Correct as written
November 25, 2025, Closed Meeting: Correct as written
Motion by Engelhardt, Seconded by Schue, to approve the November 25, 2025, Workshop
meeting, the November 25, 2025, Closed meeting, the December 2, 2025, Regular meeting, and
the December 2, 2025, Closed meeting minutes as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
1. CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approve Payment of Claims
B. Approve Plans & Specs / Order Ad for Bids / 24-43: Coon Creek Corridor Trail East of
Prairie Road NW (R147-25)
C. Approve Cost-of-Living Wage Adjustment for Non-Bargaining Employees (R148-25)
D. Accept Feasibility Report / Order Public Hearing / 26-02A: 2026 Street Reconstruction
(Creekridge Estates) (R149-25)
E. Accept Feasibility Report / Order Public Hearing / 26-02B: 2026 Street Reconstruction
(Kadlec Estates) (R150-25)
F. Accept Feasibility Reports / Order Public Hearing / 26-02C: 2026 Street Reconstruction
(East Round Lake Estates) (R151-25)
G. Accept Feasibility Report / Order Public Hearing / 26-02D: 2026 Street Reconstruction
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(Nightingale Preserve / Wittington Ridge / Nightingale Estates 1 – 3 Additions) (R152-
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H. Accept Feasibility Report / Order Public Hearing / 26-02E: 2026 Street Reconstruction
(Leeman Lake Estates) (R153-25)
I. Accept Feasibility Report / Order Public Hearing / 26-11A: 2026 Full Depth Reclamation
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(173 Avenue NW / Navajo Street NW / 175 Avenue NW) (R154-25)
J. Accept Feasibility Report / Order Public Hearing / 26-11B: 2026 Full Depth Reclamation
(Northglen Area / Woodland Pond) (R155-25)
K. Accept Feasibility Reports / Order Public Hearing / 26-11C: 2026 Full Depth Reclamation
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(Birchwood Pond) (R156-25)
L. Accept Feasibility Reports / Order Public Hearing / 26-11D: 2026 Full Depth Reclamation
(Old Constance Boulevard) (R157-25)
M. Approve Feasibility Report / Order Public Hearing / 26-12: 2026 Mill & Overlay (Grow
Oak View Estates) (R158-25)
N. Approve 2026 Kennel License
O. Approve 2026 Massage Therapy License
P. Receive November 2025 General Fund Progress Report
Q. Receive November 2025 City Investment Report
R. Adopt 2026 Fee Ordinance (Ordinance 582)
S. Approve 2025 Budget Carryforwards
T. Approve Ordinance Amendment/City Code Title 5, Chapter 1 Animal Control (Ordinance
583)
U. Approve Tobacco License/13648 Crosstown Boulevard
V. Approve 2026 Liquor Licenses
W. Approve Final Plat Andover Station III (R159-25)
X. Approve 2026 Used Vehicle Sales License
Motion by Engelhardt, Seconded by Shafto, to approve the Consent Agenda as read. Motion
carried unanimously.
2. DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. ANOKA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE MONTHLY REPORT
Commander Brent Erickson provided a monthly report for the month of November. He shared they
received quite a few illegal dumping complaints throughout the month at the Andover Recycling
Center and are currently being looked into by their investigators. He noted there was a DWI arrest
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on November 1 after a driver had been reported driving through multiple lawns. He said that on
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November 4, there was a shoplifting arrest and warrant arrest at Target after three people were
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arrested after stealing $1,100 worth of merchandise. He added on November 4, their narcotics
team requested help from deputies with a suspect who ended up being arrested. He noted there was
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another warrant arrest made on November 4 when a deputy identified an individual who he knew
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had a warrant. He stated on November 8, there was an individual who pointed a weapon at one
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of the deputies and threatened him with a knife before being arrested. He shared on November 9,
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there was another warrant arrest made, and on November 10, they made a domestic assault arrest.
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He said there was another shoplifting arrest made on November 19 at Target. He shared on
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November 23, they made another DWI arrest when an individual was stopped for speeding and
was then found to be impaired. He added there was another domestic assault arrest on November
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23, where a boyfriend was arrested for the assault of his girlfriend. He said they made a
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shoplifting arrest at Walmart on November 25. Lastly, he shared they made a third-degree DWI
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arrest on November 28. He explained he met with the patrol investigators this morning, two of
whom are responsible for putting on fraud investigation workshops. He said the investigators
would be happy to work with the City if it would like to host one of these fraud workshops.
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Councilmember Shafto thanked Commander Erickson for the definitions of the CSO activities.
Commander Erickson noted the Sheriff’s Office is heavily involved in fundraising efforts for the
Special Olympics in Minnesota. He said one of these fundraisers is the Polar Plunge, which will
be taking place on February 28, 2026, in Blaine. He challenged Mayor Barthel or other members
of the Council to participate in the Polar Plunge, either on the Sheriff’s Office team or on their
own team as the City of Andover.
B. ANDOVER FIRE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT
Fire Chief Jones provided a monthly report including 146 calls for service. He said community
outreach has slightly decreased as they move towards the holidays. He noted they are already at
98 calls for service for the month of December, and he anticipates that it will be a busy month. He
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added they are already ahead of pace over last year’s numbers. He shared on November 4 and
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5, they responded to a dwelling fire in Coon Rapids and rekindled the following day. He noted
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on November 15, they responded to a grass fire where two juveniles were involved. He added on
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November 16, they rescued a cat from a tree where the cat got its paw stuck on a branch and was
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unable to free itself. He shared they also responded to a dwelling fire in Blaine on November 20.
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He said on November 26, after the first major snowstorm of the season, they responded to
multiple calls due to the weather, including power lines being down. He shared the tree lighting
event was a huge success as they were able to collect and donate two large boxes full of food and
toys. He added five of their six EMS students have passed their testing, and the last student is
scheduled to test this week. He noted five firefighters have also passed their fire academy testing
and just need to complete their hazardous materials testing. He said they are nearly finished
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equipping the new engine and will be having training on January 7 on this fire engine.
Councilmember Engelhardt shared he has heard from residents that they are highly appreciative
of the work that both the Sheriff's Office and the Fire Department do for the residents.
Councilmember Schue asked about the fire engine’s capabilities and when it should be ready for
use. Chief Jones said he would like to see the engine fully operational shortly after their training
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on January 7.
Councilmember Schue thanked Chief Jones and his team for their work in making the engine fully
functional and saving the City money by doing this in-house.
C. APPROVE CITY CODE TITLE 3, CHAPTER 9/CANNABIS AND LOWER-POTENCY
HEMP BUSINESSES REGISTRATION
The City Council is requested to approve the repeal of Title 3, Chapter 9 and Chapter 11, and the
adoption of Title 3, New Chapter 9 (Cannabis and Lower-Potency Hemp Businesses Registration),
and approve the summary ordinance for publication.
City Administrator Cotton reviewed the Staff report in regard to the repeal of Chapters 9 and 11
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of City Code concerning cannabis and lower-potency hemp businesses, and adopt new Chapter 9
into City Code.
Motion by Shafto, Seconded by Godfrey, to adopt Ordinance No. 584, ordaining City Code Title
3: Business and License Regulations, Chapter 9: Cannabinoid Products and Chapter 11: Regulation
of Adult-Use Cannabis Business Operations shall be repealed in its entirety and replaced with Title
3, Chapter 9: Cannabis and Lower-Potency Hemp Businesses Registration. Motion carried
unanimously.
3. STAFF ITEMS
A. RESCHEDULE FEBRUARY 3, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Mayor Barthel shared the request to reschedule the February 3, 2026, City Council meeting due
to party caucuses being held that evening.
Motion by Schue, Seconded by Engelhardt, to reschedule the February 3, 2026, City Council
meeting to Monday, February 2, 2026. Motion carried unanimously.
B. 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. She shared
the City’s outdoor ice rinks are officially open for use, including the warming house. She said they
have issued 95 new single-family home permits for the year. She added the Holiday gas station
received its certificate of occupancy yesterday and is now open for business. She noted the final
inspections are underway for the Pizza Ranch expansion and should be open before the holidays.
She said there will be no Council Workshop in December.
MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT
Mayor Barthel wished the residents a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and encouraged
everyone to be safe.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Engelhardt, Seconded by Shafto, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting
adjourned at 7:43 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Ava Major, Recording Secretary
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ..................................................................................................1
RESIDENT FORUM ..............................................................................................................1
AGENDA APPROVAL ..........................................................................................................2
APPROVAL OF MINUTES ...................................................................................................2
1. CONSENT ITEMS ..........................................................................................................2
A. Approve Payment of Claims ........................................................................................2
B. Approve Plans & Specs / Order Ad for Bids / 24-43: Coon Creek Corridor Trail East of
Prairie Road NW (R147-25) ...................................................................................................2
C. Approve Cost-of-Living Wage Adjustment for Non-Bargaining Employees (R148-25)
....................................................................................................................................2
D. Accept Feasibility Report / Order Public Hearing / 26-02A: 2026 Street Reconstruction
(Creekridge Estates) (R149-25) ...............................................................................................2
E. Accept Feasibility Report / Order Public Hearing / 26-02B: 2026 Street Reconstruction
(Kadlec Estates) (R150-25) .....................................................................................................2
F. Accept Feasibility Reports / Order Public Hearing / 26-02C: 2026 Street Reconstruction
(East Round Lake Estates) (R151-25) .....................................................................................2
G. Accept Feasibility Report / Order Public Hearing / 26-02D: 2026 Street Reconstruction
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(Nightingale Preserve / Wittington Ridge / Nightingale Estates 1 – 3 Additions) (R152-25) 2
H. Accept Feasibility Report / Order Public Hearing / 26-02E: 2026 Street Reconstruction
(Leeman Lake Estates) (R153-25) ...........................................................................................2
I. Accept Feasibility Report / Order Public Hearing / 26-11A: 2026 Full Depth Reclamation
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(173 Avenue NW / Navajo Street NW / 175 Avenue NW) (R154-25) .................................2
J. Accept Feasibility Report / Order Public Hearing / 26-11B: 2026 Full Depth Reclamation
(Northglen Area / Woodland Pond) (R155-25) ........................................................................2
K. Accept Feasibility Reports / Order Public Hearing / 26-11C: 2026 Full Depth
Reclamation (Birchwood Pond) (R156-25) .............................................................................2
L. Accept Feasibility Reports / Order Public Hearing / 26-11D: 2026 Full Depth
Reclamation (Old Constance Boulevard) (R157-25) ...............................................................3
M. Approve Feasibility Report / Order Public Hearing / 26-12: 2026 Mill & Overlay
(Grow Oak View Estates) (R158-25) ......................................................................................3
N. Approve 2026 Kennel License .....................................................................................3
O. Approve 2026 Massage Therapy License .....................................................................3
P. Receive November 2025 General Fund Progress Report ..................................................3
Q. Receive November 2025 City Investment Report .........................................................3
R. Adopt 2026 Fee Ordinance (Ord. 582) .........................................................................3
S. Approve 2025 Budget Carryforwards ..............................................................................3
T. Approve Ordinance Amendment/City Code Title 5, Chapter 1 Animal Control (Ord. 583)
........................................................................................................................................3
U. Approve Tobacco License/13648 Crosstown Boulevard ..................................................3
V. Approve 2026 Liquor Licenses ........................................................................................3
W. Approve Final Plat Andover Station III (R159-25) ...........................................................3
X. Approve 2026 Used Vehicle Sales License ......................................................................3
2. DISCUSSION ITEMS .....................................................................................................3
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A. ANOKA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE MONTHLY REPORT ...................................3
B. ANDOVER FIRE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT .............................................4
C. APPROVE CITY CODE TITLE 3, CHAPTER 9/CANNABIS AND LOWER-
POTENCY HEMP BUSINESSES REGISTRATION (Ord. 584) .....................................4
3. STAFF ITEMS ................................................................................................................5
A. RESCHEDULE FEBRUARY 3, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING ...............................5
B. ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT .....................................................................................5
MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT ...................................................................................................5
ADJOURNMENT ...................................................................................................................5