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Home My WebLink About2026-05-05 CC REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING – MAY 5, 2026 MINUTES The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by Mayor Barthel, May 5, 2026, 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 Planner, Peter Hellegers PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE RESIDENT FORUM Eric Johnson, 15598 Inca Circle NW, commented that at the last regular meeting, residents spoke th about a couple of houses and residents on 134 Avenue NW, noting that the homes are owned by High Opportunity Neighborhood (HON). He stated three residents complained about bedsheets as curtains, uncut grass, children playing with no supervision, and stated they were bad neighbors. He stated they did not ask what the families needed or say that they reached out to them. He commented that HON helps people who are low-income, and perhaps the neighbors should have asked those people what they need. He noted the mention of drugs and alcohol and stated he has had his own struggles with those substances, and it took a person wanting to listen and help for him to change. He stated in the Sheriff’s Report, there was an incident mentioned involving a juvenile who was detained and spat at the officer’s face. He commented the Commander stated that the juvenile was taken to Lino Lakes, where he belongs, and noted it is another example of the power of language. He stated the language used by people matters. th Brent Miller, 3140 149 Avenue NW, commented he has been in manufacturing for the past 30 years, which has included forecasting for future sales. He commented on the accuracy of near- term forecasting versus long-term forecasting and believed that there are errors in the traffic modeling systems used for the AUAR. He stated the traffic study does not state its statistical confidence in the results and whether there was a sensitivity analysis to determine if the traffic volumes would change if any of the underlying factors were to change. He stated the traffic study for 2025 assumes that Andover Boulevard extends through the Eveland Farm, which is not under contract for sale. He stated many public comments have been made by residents related to traffic, specifically the stop-sign-controlled intersection of South Coon Creek Drive and Round Lake Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – May 5, 2026 Page 2 th Boulevard, and noted this proposed development would make 149 Avenue a stop-sign-controlled intersection. He asked the Council to consider how accurate the forecasted levels are, how probable it is that the roadways will exist, and whether the City systems have the capacity to absorb the unknown forecasting error when it makes its vote on the AUAR. AGENDA APPROVAL Motion by Schue, Seconded by Engelhardt, to approve the Agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES April 20, 2026, Board of Review Meeting: Correct as written. April 21, 2026, Regular Meeting: Correct as written. Motion by Shafto, Seconded by Schue, to approve the April 20, 2026, Board of Review meeting and April 21, 2026, Regular meeting minutes as presented. Motion carried unanimously. 1. CONSENT ITEMS A. Approve Payment of Claims B. Approve Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement/26-02E/2026 Street Reconstruction (Leeman Lake Estates) C. Approve Updated Fleet Management Policies – GPS Monitoring and Take-Home Vehicle D. Approve Resolution Accepting Donation from Anoka County Minnesota Kennel Club (R045-26) E. Approve Appointment – Civil Engineer F. Award Quote Pavement Sealing Motion by Engelhardt, Seconded by Godfrey, to approve of the Consent Agenda as read. Motion carried unanimously. 2. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. CONSIDER AN INTERIM USE PERMIT FOR MINING AND LAND RECLAMATION IN THE FIELDS OF WINSLOW COVE DEVELOPMENT, TO BE ND LOCATED ON THE PROPERTY AT 797, 805, AND 821 152 LANE NW (APPLICANT: LENNAR HOMES) The City Council is requested to consider an Interim Use Permit (IUP) for mining and land reclamation for a 6,500 cubic yard stockpile of topsoil that would be located on 797, 809, and 821 nd 152 Lane NW. City Planner Hellegers reviewed the information with the Council and recommended approval as presented. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – May 5, 2026 Page 3 Councilmember Godfrey asked for a visual idea of the height and length of 6,500 cubic yards of dirt. Mr. Hellegers replied there is roughly 16 feet between the highest and lowest edge, along with the required setback from the property line. Councilmember Godfrey asked for clarification on condition 13 within the draft resolution, asking whether the applicant could replenish the stockpile to the original level when it is depleted or whether that would require an additional IUP. Mr. Hellegers replied the intent would be that the applicant could replenish to the 6,500 yards but could not exceed that. He stated the applicant intends to bring the topsoil in, draw that down, and replenish. Councilmember Engelhardt asked for information on the impact of traffic on Prairie Road. Mr. Hellegers stated the applicant has stated that they would bring the dirt in and then use it from the site, so the only impact will be when the dirt is hauled to the site. He noted the Planning and Zoning Commission noted a development further north and potential concerns, but engineering did not anticipate any issues. Councilmember Shafto referenced the proposed term through December 2028 and asked how long the applicant anticipates that this will be needed. Mr. Hellegers commented the applicant is anticipating that they will use this into 2028, but the need for the IUP would most likely expire prior to December 2028. He stated the maximum length of an IUP is five years, but the applicant is requesting less than that to match their needs. Motion by Shafto, Seconded by Godfrey, to adopt Resolution R046-26 Granting an Interim Use nd Permit for Mining and Land Reclamation at 797, 809, and 821 152 Lane NW. 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 stated the revised AUAR was posted today on the EQB th Monitor and will be open for State Agency comments through May 15. She stated if no nd comments are received, staff would bring forward formal consideration at the June 2 meeting. th She commented the Annual City-Wide Garage Sale takes place this weekend, May 7 through th May 9; residents can find an interactive map on the City website, or printed copies can be obtained at City Hall. MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT thth Councilmember Schue noted the upcoming Police Recognition Week, May 10 – 16, and expressed his thanks to the Sheriff’s Office for the law enforcement services it provides to the community. He encouraged residents to thank an officer for their work. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – May 5, 2026 Page 4 Councilmember Shafto stated yesterday was International Firefighters Day and encouraged residents to thank a firefighter as well. He noted the cookout that was hosted by the Mayor the previous week at the Fire Department. Mayor Barthel stated he received a letter, awarding the City with the 2025 Tree City Recognition. He noted the City has been awarded this for many years. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Shafto, Seconded by Engelhardt, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 7:27 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Amanda Staple, Recording Secretary 1 REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES – MAY 5, 2026 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 4 5 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1 6 RESIDENT FORUM ..............................................................................................................1 7 AGENDA APPROVAL ..........................................................................................................2 8 APPROVAL OF MINUTES ...................................................................................................2 9 1. CONSENT ITEMS ..........................................................................................................2 10 A. Approve Payment of Claims ........................................................................................2 11 B. Approve Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement/26-02E/2026 Street 12 Reconstruction (Leeman Lake Estates) ...................................................................................2 13 C. Approve Updated Fleet Management Policies – GPS Monitoring and Take-Home 14 Vehicle ...................................................................................................................................2 15 D. Approve Resolution Accepting Donation from Anoka County Minnesota Kennel Club 16 (R045-26) ....................................................................................................................2 17 E. Approve Appointment – Civil Engineer ...........................................................................2 18 F. Award Quote Pavement Sealing ......................................................................................2 19 2. DISCUSSION ITEMS .....................................................................................................2 20 A. CONSIDER AN INTERIM USE PERMIT FOR MINING AND LAND 21 RECLAMATION IN THE FIELDS OF WINSLOW COVE DEVELOPMENT, TO BE ND 22 LOCATED ON THE PROPERTY AT 797, 805, AND 821 152 LANE NW 23 (APPLICANT: LENNAR HOMES) ................................................................................2 24 3. STAFF ITEMS ................................................................................................................3 25 A. ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT .....................................................................................3 26 MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT ...................................................................................................3 27 ADJOURNMENT ...................................................................................................................4 28