City Council

REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING – NOVEMBER 16, 2021 MINUTES The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover City Council was called to order by Mayor Sheri Bukkila, November 16, 2021, 7:00 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Councilmembers present: Jamie Barthel, Ted Butler, and Randy Nelson Councilmember absent: Valerie Holthus Also present: City Administrator, Jim Dickinson Community Development Director, Joe Janish Associate Planner, Jake Griffiths City Attorney, Scott Baumgartner Others PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE RESIDENT FORUM No one appeared before the Council. AGENDA APPROVAL Motion by Barthel, Seconded by Nelson, to approve the Agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES October 26, 2021 Workshop and November 3, 2021 Regular Meeting Motion by Butler, Seconded by Nelson, to approve the October 26, 2021 Workshop Meeting and November 3, 2021 Regular Meeting minutes as presented. Motion carried unanimously. CONSENT ITEMS Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – November 16, 2021 Page 2 Item 2 Approve Payment of Claims Item 3 Accept Feasibility Report/Order Public Hearing/22-2/2022 Street Reconstruction (See Resolution R084-21) Item 4 Accept Petition/Waive Public Hearing/Order & Adopt Assessment Roll/21-52/3502 – 142nd Avenue NW (See Resolution R085-21) Item 5 Joint Powers Agreement/Anoka County/Election Voting Equipment Item 6 Approve 2022 TimeSaver Contract Item 7 Approve Appointment – Public Utilities Manager Item 8 Receive October 2021 City Investment Reports Item 9 Received October 2021 General Fund Budget Progress Report Item 10 Receive October 2021 Andover Community Center Budget Progress Report Item 11 Approve Contract for School Liaison/Anoka-Hennepin School District #11 Item 12 Approve Resolution Approving the Classification and Sale of Tax Forfeited Property – PIN 17-32-24-32-0022 (See Resolution R086-21) Item 13 Approve City Code Amendment to Title 9: Building Regulations, Chapter 4: Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs and Summary Ordinance for Publication (See Ordinance 526) Item 14 Approve Used Vehicle Sales Business License Item 15 Approve LMCIT Liability Coverage Motion by Barthel, Seconded by Butler, to approve the Consent Agenda as read. Motion carried unanimously. SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA ITEMS Mayor Bukkila announced supplemental information for agenda items 16 and 17. Motion by Barthel, Seconded by Nelson, to accept supplemental information for agenda items 16 and 17. Motion carried unanimously. ANOKA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE MONTHLY REPORT Commander Lenzmeier provided a monthly report for October 2021, reporting 1,142 calls for service. He reported 1 burglary and 24 thefts. The Sheriff’s Department conducted 221 traffic stops issuing 80 traffic citations. There were 8 DWIs for the month. The Sheriff’s Department has seen an increase in unruly behavior and in the severity of crimes. Commander Lenzmeier stated there were 2 felony arrests, 2 gross misdemeanor arrests, and 9 misdemeanor arrests. Councilmember Nelson thanked Commander Lenzmeier for the increased presence on Veterans Memorial Boulevard, noting people are slowing down. Mayor Bukkila noted the age range of the DWI offenders are from 29 to 63 years old and people are under the influence of meth, alcohol, and fentanyl. She stated half of the offenders are from Andover. Mayor Bukkila thanked the Sheriff’s Department for doing their job well. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – November 16, 2021 Page 3 Commander Lenzmeier noted the Sheriff’s Department is conducting their night qualification shoot and residents might hear firearms in evening. HEARING TO CONSIDER ORDER OF ABATEMENT – 2863 SOUTH COON CREEK DRIVE NW The City Council is requested to consider an order of abatement for 2863 South Coon Creek Drive. Associate Planner Griffiths identified the location of the property and stated it is 2.9 acres in a rural area. He explained the City has been working with the property owner for almost 2 years. Mr. Griffiths provided overview of timeline as provided in the staff report. He explained the property had a structure fire and was deemed uninhabitable. While responding to the fire, the Fire Department observed several City and building code violations and reported them to City staff. Mr. Griffiths presented the timeline of City communication with the property owner and indicated the property owner has not made sufficient progress, leading to this abatement hearing. Mr. Griffiths displayed photos of violations and stated staff went to the property earlier in the day to see if any additional progress was made, and there was none. Mr. Griffiths stated if the Council approves the abatement resolution, City staff will reinspect the property on the deadline and if the property remains in violation of City Code staff will work with the City Attorney to obtain a court order to remove the violating conditions on the property. After that, staff will work with the City's contracted abatement company to carry out the Council's abatement order. If any items are physically unable to be removed, the property owners will be issued citations for those items in lieu of abatement. Councilmember Nelson asked who was responsible for the cost of the abatement. Mr. Griffiths stated the cost of the abatement, and a 20% administrative fee is charged to the property owner. Councilmember Butler stated he has received many complaints about the property and appreciates the City moving on resolving it. Motion by Butler, Seconded by Nelson, to open the public hearing at 7:21 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. No one appeared before the Council. Motion by Butler, Seconded by Barthel, to close the public hearing at 7:21 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Barthel, Seconded by Butler, to adopt Resolution No. R087-21 declaring the condition of the property at 2863 South Coon Creek Drive NW PIN 28-32-24-24-0003 a public nuisance and ordering abatement of the violating conditions, noting the staff report and public hearing presentation as the record. Motion carried unanimously. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – November 16, 2021 Page 4 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. (Administration) – Mr. Dickinson announced 121 new home permits year to date. He stated staff are focusing on open enrollment and recruitment and retention of staff. He indicated hiring part-time employees at the Community Center is challenging and full-time staff have changed their shifts to cover staffing. The City is working on an updated COVID policy to bring to Council. The County has sent out property tax statements and residents are encouraged to call the number on the statement if they have any questions. The City will sell bonds at the first meeting in December. The City will host MPCA office hours on Thursday, November 18th from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the City Hall Senior Center to answer resident questions. They will also have office hours in December and January with dates and times to be announced. Mr. Dickinson noted there are a large number of projects scheduled for 2022. (Community Development) – Mr. Janish announced the City received a preliminary plat and 2 commercial site plans for Andover Crossings. He stated they have received several inquiries for businesses looking for space in Andover. MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT Nothing was reported. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Barthel, Seconded by Butler, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 7:31 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Shari Kunza, Recording Secretary TimeSaver OffSite Secretarial, Inc. Regular Andover City Council Meeting Minutes – November 16, 2021 Page 5 REGULAR ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES – NOVEMBER 16, 2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE..........................................................................................................1 RESIDENT FORUM.......................................................................................................................1 AGENDA APPROVAL.................................................................................................................. 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES........................................................................................................... 1 CONSENT ITEMS..........................................................................................................................1 Item 2 Approve Payment of Claims.............................................................................................1 Item 3 Accept Feasibility Report/Order Public Hearing/22-2/2022 Street Reconstruction (R084-21)..........................................................................................................................1 Item 4 Accept Petition/Waive Public Hearing/Order & Adopt Assessment Roll/21-52/3502 – 142nd Avenue NW (R085-21)........................................................................................... 2 Item 5 Joint Powers Agreement/Anoka County/Election Voting Equipment............................. 2 Item 6 Approve 2022 TimeSaver Contract.................................................................................. 2 Item 7 Approve Appointment – Public Utilities Manager........................................................... 2 Item 8 Receive October 2021 City Investment Reports.............................................................. 2 Item 9 Received October 2021 General Fund Budget Progress Report...................................... 2 Item 10 Receive October 2021 Andover Community Center Budget Progress Report.................2 Item 11 Approve Contract for School Liaison/Anoka-Hennepin School District #11.................. 2 Item 12 Approve Resolution Approving the Classification and Sale of Tax Forfeited Property – PIN 17-32-24-32-0022 (R086-21)....................................................................................2 Item 13 Approve City Code Amendment to Title 9: Building Regulations, Chapter 4: Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs and Summary Ordinance for Publication (Ord. 526)................................................................................................................................... 2 Item 14 Approve Used Vehicle Sales Business License................................................................2 Item 15 Approve LMCIT Liability Coverage................................................................................2 SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA ITEMS........................................................................................... 2 ANOKA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE MONTHLY REPORT.................................................2 HEARING TO CONSIDER ORDER OF ABATEMENT – 2863 SOUTH COON CREEK DRIVE NW (R087-21).....................................................................................................3 ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT.................................................................................................... 3 (Administration).............................................................................................................................. 4 (Community Development)............................................................................................................. 4 MAYOR/COUNCIL INPUT...........................................................................................................4 ADJOURNMENT........................................................................................................................... 4