City Council

REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING – JUNE 20, 2017 MINUTES The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by Mayor Julie Trude, June 20, 2017, 7:00 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Councilmembers present: Mike Knight, Valerie Holthus and James Goodrich Councilmember absent: Sheri Bukkila Also present: City Administrator, Jim Dickinson Community Development Director, Joe Janish Others PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE RESIDENT FORUM No one wished to address the Council. AGENDA APPROVAL Supplemental information was provided on Item #10. Additions to the agenda were: Item #13A – Consider Ordinance Summary Publication Item #14A – Consider Ordinance Summary Publication Item #14B – Schedule July Workshop Motion by Knight, Seconded by Goodrich, to approve the Agenda as amended above. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES May 23, 2017, Workshop Meeting: Tabled. Mayor Trude suggested tabling the minutes for further input and review. Motion by Trude, Seconded by Holthus to table the minutes to a future meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – June 20, 2017 Page 2 June 6, 2017, Regular Meeting: Correct as written. Motion by Holthus, Seconded by Goodrich, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried unanimously. CONSENT ITEMS Item 2 Approve Payment of Claims Item 3 Approve Encroachment Permit/14-15/Fox Meadows Park Redevelopment Item 4 Accept Feasibility Report/Waive Public Hearing/Order Assessment Roll/17-38/2462- 138th Ave. NW/WM (See Resolution R051-17) Item 5 Award Bid/17-16, Andover Blvd. NW Trail & 16-18, Hanson Blvd. NW Trail Reconstruction (See Resolution R052-17) Item 6 Approve Refuse/Recycler Hauler License Item 7 Approve Application for Exempt Permit/Andover Center Ice Club Item 8 Approve Lease Agreement/Anoka-Hennepin School District/2017 Andover Family Fun Fest Item 9 Approve Building Security System/City Hall, Public Works & All 3 Fire Stations Motion by Holthus Seconded by Knight, approval of the Consent Agenda as read. Motion carried unanimously. ANOKA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE MONTHLY REPORT Commander Brian Podany gave the monthly Sheriff’s Report. He cautioned residents to lock the doors of cars parked outside of garages and to bring garage door openers inside of the house at night. He suggested hiding valuables in unconventional places rather than master bedrooms where valuables are typically kept. A new canine partner will join the department next month for a total of four. Mayor Trude highlighted that residents should protect against crimes of opportunity. She reminded residents that anyone selling things door-to-door needs to have a peddler license in the City. PUBLIC HEARING: VACATION OF EASEMENT – 15200 UPLANDER STREET NW – SCOTT & MICHELLE DARSOW Mr. Janish explained the property owners are seeking to vacate a portion of the existing rear yard drainage and utility easement across parts of the residential lot located at 15200 Uplander Street NW, within the Woodland Estates Fourth Addition subdivision. The property owner is requesting the vacation of easement to increase the usable area in the rear yard for the installation of an in-ground pool. The drainage of water flows to a drainage swale located west of the property. The Engineering Department did not find any issues from this proposal. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – June 20, 2017 Page 3 Mr. Janish reviewed the information with the Council. Motion by Holthus, Seconded by Goodrich, to open the public hearing at 7:19 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. No one was in attendance to speak at the public hearing. Motion by Goodrich, Seconded by Knight, to close the public hearing at 7:20 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Holthus, Seconded by Goodrich, to approve Resolution No. R053-17 granting the vacation of drainage and utility easement at 15200 Uplander Street NW, Lot 25, Block 3, Woodland Estates Fourth Addition. Motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER CITY CODE AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 3 LIQUOR CONTROL Mr. Dickinson explained cities in Minnesota have the ability to choose whether to allow Sunday sales for off-sale intoxicating licenses. By approving the amendments, Sunday sales would be allowed for off-sale intoxicating licenses in the City. The approval of the City Code is a policy decision by the City Council. The ordinance has been reviewed by Administration and the City Attorney for legal and form. Mayor Trude stated this is an opportunity to clean up the City Code. Mr. Dickinson stated there is reference in the ordinance to the Minnesota statute. He also noted a few cities with municipal liquor stores have not approved the change. Those cities are mostly out-state. Motion by Holthus, Seconded by Goodrich, to approve Ordinance No. 470, an ordinance amending City Code Title 3, Liquor Control. Motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER CITY CODE AMENDMENT TO TITLE 5, CHAPTER 1B EQUINES Mr. Janish stated the current City Code requires the consultation of the Equestrian Council as it relates to horse issues. Currently the City does not have an active Equestrian Council. Staff approached the City Council about amending the City Code to provide the opportunity for horse related issues to be reviewed at a staff level, in order to provide service that is more efficient to City residents that have horses. Staff provided a draft ordinance for the Planning & Zoning Commission to consider, that provides the authority to the City Administrator or designee to handle issues as they arise, related to horses. A summary of the proposed changes include: - Delegate the Equestrian Council authority to City Administrator or designee Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – June 20, 2017 Page 4 - No longer restrict horses to the “rear yard” but allow for horses outside of the front yard setback; and - General “clean-up” language Councilmember Knight inquired about horses riding in the streets. Mayor Trude noted sometimes people ride on trails that are not meant for the weight of a horse. Councilmember Holthus asked how long it has been since there was a regular meeting of the Equestrian Council. Mr. Dickinson confirmed it had been over 5 years and that there are very few requests. Mayor Trude suggested when the application for the license is made, then a checklist could be shared that would be educational, as it relates to horse-related ordinances. Councilmember Goodrich asked for clarification regarding the need to come to the Council. Mr. Dickinson stated it would be needed on smaller lots or requests to have a fence in the side yard. Mr. Janish reviewed the staff report with the Council. Motion by Goodrich, Seconded by Knight, to amend Ordinance No. 471, Title 5, Chapter 1B Equines of the City Code. Motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER ORDINANCE SUMMARY PUBLICATION/CITY CODE AMENDMENT TO TITLE 5, CHAPTER 1B EQUINES Mayor Trude stated this agenda item related to publication of a summary of the City Code changes, rather than printing each page having a change. Motion by Holthus, Seconded by Goodrich, to publish a summary of Ordinance No. 471 changes. Motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER CITY CODE AMENDMENT TO TITLE 5, CHAPTER 10 DRUG PARAPHERNALIA Mr. Janish stated the City Code amendment describes language that would regulate drug paraphernalia. They were drafted by the City of Anoka, tested in the courts, and the judge found the ordinance to be valid. Mr. Janish stated the Planning & Zoning Commission had some concerns about other kinds of injection methods for medication. The City Attorney recommended no changes to the ordinance since it had already been tested in the courts. Mr. Janish reviewed the staff report with the Council. Motion by Holthus, Seconded by Goodrich, to amend Ordinance No. 472, Title 5, Chapter 10 Drug Paraphernalia of the City Code. Motion carried unanimously. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – June 20, 2017 Page 5 CONSIDER ORDINANCE SUMMARY PUBLICATION/CITY CODE AMENDMENT TO TITLE 5, CHAPTER 10 DRUG PARAPHERNALIA Mayor Trude outlined the agenda item. Motion by Holthus, Seconded by Goodrich, to publish a summary of Ordinance No. 472 changes. Motion carried unanimously. SCHEDULE JULY WORKSHOP Discussion ensued about moving the July workshop meeting to July 20th. Mr. Dickinson contacted Councilmember Bukkila prior to the Council meeting. She requested there not be a second workshop in July if the July 20th date is approved. The big discussion topic would be to move the Comprehensive Plan work forward. Mr. Dickinson stated that July 25th was also an option. Mayor Trude asked if this agenda item could go on the agenda for the July 5th meeting. She also suggested a workshop meeting following the second Council meeting of the month in July and possibly to include the Planning & Zoning Commission. This agenda item was postponed and no action was taken. 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. (Meetings) Mr. Dickinson participated in meetings with local businesses, and attended Emergency Management training - related to weather warnings. The Comprehensive Plan is moving forward and entails a number of meetings. The budget deadline for staff requests is on July 1st and Council will review the preliminary budget at a future workshop meeting. This timeline moves forward to meet the deadline for the property tax statement estimates going out. (Construction) Mr. Dickinson stated 60 new homes had been permitted. Construction is moving forward, along with road reconstruction, and the wetland restoration project at the old golf course. (Community Development) Mr. Janish confirmed there is some interest in small commercial development, but that it is preliminary. The Met Council board met and the Rural Reserve proposal was approved. Mayor Trude thanked Mr. Janish for attending this meeting during his vacation. He also confirmed that work is starting to move forward with the lot split that brought this issue to the forefront. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – June 20, 2017 Page 6 MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT (Road Construction) Mayor Trude stated the dust level on Bunker Lake Boulevard continues, and residents and visitors are confused when they are looking for the wave pool. The Mayor requested the signage be updated, especially for those coming from northern Andover. Generally, guests need to go to Coon Rapids to get to the wave pool. Those wanting to ride horses need to come from Highway 65. The deadline for completion is August 19th. She indicated that 181st Avenue will also have a short closing. (Family Fun Fest) Mayor Trude indicated she is looking ahead to the Andover Family Fun Fest. She encouraged residents to read the City newsletter. The dates are July 7th and 8th. Councilmembers host a booth along with the Planning & Zoning Commission. The pollinator group will be there to advise residents. (Schools) Mayor Trude confirmed the school district is looking at a referendum in the fall and as part of that, all schools are looking to get rid of portables and some adding on to existing buildings. (Commercial Construction) Mayor Trude stated there was a ribbon cutting at Walgreens and they have now added a clinic – MedExpress. It is the first one in the north Metro. Construction on a new day care will begin soon. Joy Kitchen is now open and has good reviews. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Holthus, Seconded by Goodrich, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 7:53 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Marlene White, Recording Secretary Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – June 20, 2017 Page 7 REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES – JUNE 20, 2017 TABLE OF CONTENTS PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE..........................................................................................................1 RESIDENT FORUM.......................................................................................................................1 AGENDA APPROVAL.................................................................................................................. 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES........................................................................................................... 1 CONSENT ITEMS..........................................................................................................................2 Item 2 Approve Payment of Claims......................................................................................... 2 Item 3 Approve Encroachment Permit/14-15/Fox Meadows Park Redevelopment................ 2 Item 4 Accept Feasibility Report/Waive Public Hearing/Order Assessment Roll/17-38/2462- 138th Ave. NW/WM (R051-17)...........................................................................................2 Item 5 Award Bid/17-16, Andover Blvd. NW Trail & 16-18, Hanson Blvd. NW Trail Reconstruction (R052-17)................................................................................................... 2 Item 6 Approve Refuse/Recycler Hauler License.................................................................... 2 Item 7 Approve Application for Exempt Permit/Andover Center Ice Club............................. 2 Item 8 Approve Lease Agreement/Anoka-Hennepin School District/2017 Andover Family Fun Fest............................................................................................................................... 2 Item 9 Approve Building Security System/City Hall, Public Works & All 3 Fire Stations.....2 ANOKA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE MONTHLY REPORT.................................................2 PUBLIC HEARING: VACATION OF EASEMENT – 15200 UPLANDER STREET NW – SCOTT & MICHELLE DARSOW (R053-17)...........................................................................2 CONSIDER CITY CODE AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 3 LIQUOR CONTROL (Ord. 470).......3 CONSIDER CITY CODE AMENDMENT TO TITLE 5, CHAPTER 1B EQUINES (Ord. 471).3 CONSIDER ORDINANCE SUMMARY PUBLICATION (Ord. 471 Summary)......................... 4 CONSIDER CITY CODE AMENDMENT TO TITLE 5, CHAPTER 10 DRUG PARAPHERNALIA (Ord. 472)..................................................................................................4 CONSIDER ORDINANCE SUMMARY PUBLICATION (Ord. 472 Summary)......................... 5 SCHEDULE JULY WORKSHOP.................................................................................................. 5 ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT.................................................................................................... 5 (Meetings)....................................................................................................................................5 (Construction).............................................................................................................................. 5 (Community Development)......................................................................................................... 5 MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT...........................................................................................................6 (Road Construction).....................................................................................................................6 (Family Fun Fest)........................................................................................................................ 6 (Schools)...................................................................................................................................... 6 (Commercial Construction)......................................................................................................... 6 ADJOURNMENT........................................................................................................................... 6