041392 EDAOFFICIAL FILE COPY
CITY OF NEW HOPE
EDA AGENDA
EDA Regular Meeting #4
Agenda #5
President Edward J. Erickson
Commissioner W. Peter Enck
Commissioner Gary L'Herault
Commissioner Gerald O~ten
Commissioner Narky Williamson
April 13, 1992
2.
3.
4.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Approval of Minutes of March 23, 1992
Motion Approving Revised Corrective Action Design Workplan for
42nd/Nevada Avenue Soil Contamination Cleanup and Authorizing
Advertisement for Bids to Excavate and Treat Impacted Soils - Project
No. 462
Approval of Bid Submitted by Bergerson-Caswell, Inc. for Groundwater
Quality Monitoring Well Abandonment and Construction for 42nd/Nevada
Avenue Soil Cleanup (Project #462), in Amount of $2,296
Discussion Regarding Request by LaNel Financial Group, Inc. to Amend
Assessment Agreement for New Hope Terrace Apartments
Request for Extension on Development Contract Improvements - Autohaus
(Project #467)
8. Adjoumnment
Approved EDA Minutes
Meeting #3
CITY OF NEW HOPE
4401Xylon Avenue North
Hennepin County, Minnesota 55428
March 23, 1992
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
APPROVE MINUTES
CONHUNITY
REVITALIZATION
CORPORATION
Item 4
EDA RES. 92-01
Item 4
AUTOHAUS
(PROaECT #467)
Item 5
President Pro tem Enck called the meeting of the Economic
Development Authority to order at 9:45 p.m.
Present: Enck, L'Herault, Otten, Williamson
Absent: Erickson
Motion was made by Commissioner Otten, seconded by
Commissioner Williamson, to approve the EDA work session
minutes of March 2, 1992. All present voted in favor.
Motion carried.
President Pro tem Enck introduced for discussion Item 4,
Resolution Appointing Directors to the Bard of the New
Hope Community Revitalization Corporation.
The resolution will confirm the Board of Directors for the
New Hope Community Revitalization Corporation for the 1992
year. The Revitalization Corporation is only needed for
tax-exempt projects much like the handicapped housing
projects where a non-profit board is appointed in order to
facilitate the project. The Revitalization Corporation
consists of the Citizen Advisory Commissioners.
Commissioner Williamson introduced the following
resolution and moved its adoption: "RESOLUTION APPOINTING
DIRECTORS TO THE BOARD OF THE NEW HOPE COHMUNITY
REVITALIZATION CORPORATION". The motion for the adoption
of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Commissioner
Otten, and upon vote being taken thereon; the following
voted in favor thereof: Enck, L'Herault, Otten,
Williamson; and the following voted against the same:
None; Absent: Erickson; whereupon the resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the president
which was attested to by the executive director.
Mayor Pro tem Enck introduced for discussion Item 5,
Consideration of Request for Extension on Development
Contract Improvements, Autohaus, Inc., 7709 42nd Avenue
North (#467}.
Mr. Donahue explained that on April 4, 1991, Autohaus
entered into a development contract with the City
regarding specific improvements to be made to the Autohaus
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March 23, 1992
property such as the installation of concrete curb,
landscaping improvements, paving and lighting
improvements, construction of storm water drainage
improvements, and the demolition/removal of the Animal
Hospital building. He informed the EDA that Mr. Tom
Boettcher from Autohaus has requested a one-year extension
to accomplish the fore-mentioned items.
President Pro tem Enck inquired of the exact outstanding
improvements, a time schedule for the work plan, and an
explanation as to why the items have not yet been
accomplished.
Mr. Tom Boettcher was recognized and indicated that
Autohaus has done as much as possible to complete the
improvements, although delays and economic times have
caused an extension of one year to be necessary.
He reported that Autohaus has demolished the old Animal
Hospital building and improved the 42nd Avenue appearance.
He stated the debris which was part of the bus garage fill
has been removed as well as trees and brush and the back
area has been reshaped. He also noted a silt fence was
installed near the ponding area. Delays in the city doing
a practice fire and an early snow cover have also
contributed to the need for an extension.
Mr. Boettcher affirmed that Autohaus fully intends to
finish the contract improvements in a timely manner
considering the capability to pay as the improvements are
made. Autohaus has construction money set aside for the
area's improvement but due to economic times some
improvements will need to be rebid and some Autohaus will
do itself. The next stage is to pave the front area where
the Animal Hospital building was, and address enhancing
the view from 42nd Avenue.
Mr. Boettcher made mention of higher bids than those which
were originally received when the loan was established.
He also stated their former accounting firm had adjusted
their financial statements over $220,000 in a two year
period. He stated he would not have purchased the
property had he known the correct financial figures. He
also stated Colour Lab would like to relocate and
terminate his lease for the front of the building.
President Pro tem Enck questioned why a permit was not
obtained for demolition of the old animal hospital
building.
Mr. Boettcher responded that the permit was an oversight
as Autohaus personnel believed the contractor' was
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MOTION
Item 5
obtaining the permit and visa versa. He stated he is not
aware of any damage done to the ponding area. He noted
there was much debris removed from the ponding area such
as refrigerators with freon, trash, cans, etc.
President Pro tem Enck stated ponding is very necessary
and should be of major concern. He noted if ponds were
filled, storm water would have no where to go.
Commissioner Otten suggested a meeting between Autohaus
and staff to establish a work plan and new time schedule.
Mr. Boettcher indicated he would be willing to meet with
staff; however, he will not begin any projects until the
economy improves and the action against the accounting
firm is determined. He stated due to many factors it
would be difficult to establish an exact time schedule for
completion. He stated different options are being
considered for the curbing and paving and possibly
developing the front half of the property and leaving the
rear lot vacant.
Mr. Donahue stated a formal business arrangement has been
entered and Autohaus is obligated to make certain
improvements.
Mr. Steve Sondrall, City Attorney, stated a $26,000
certificate of deposit is being held by the City as
security for completion of public improvements. Mr.
Sondrall advised that the City has a right to draw upon
the certificate if the work is not performed. He also
stated Mr. Boettcher would be in breach of the contract
and would be subject to mortgage foreclosure if he does
not fulfill the obligations. He noted a lapse in time
does not make the contract unenforceable.
President Pro tem Enck asked Mr. Boettcher if he
understands the requirements of the development contract
as explained by the City Attorney.
Mr. Boettcher replied that he does understand his
responsibilities and advised that he is currently
obtaining bids for the sewer and paving work. He noted
that he would like to resubmit a new plan for upgrading
the front of the building.
Motion was made by Councilmember Otten, seconded by
Councilmember L'Herault, tabling the extension request on
development contract improvements for Autohaus until April
lSth and directing Autohaus to meet with staff to develop
a plan of action and time schedule for improvements. All
present voted in favor. Motion carried.
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March 23, 1992
NE# HOPE TERRACE
PROPERTY
item 6
President Pro tem Enck introduced for discussion Item 6,
Discussion Regarding Market Value of New Hope Terrace
Property.
Mr. Donahue explained that the New Hope Terrace Apartment
building on 36th near the railroad tracks was built with
tax increment funds. He stated the building was recently
sold to LaNel.
He stated currently there is a developer's agreement that
includes an assessment agreement with a 2% escalator. The
assessment agreement has established a market value of 6.2
million dollars for payable 1992. He stated LaNel, the
new owners, recently purchased the property for 5 million.
He stated LaNel has approached the City about amending the
developer's agreement whereby the market value could be
lowered and thus the taxes paid could be lowered. The
original development used housing bonds where it was
required to set aside 20% (or 30 units) to persons who
qualified under income guidelines. With the new purchase
of the building, the old bonds were paid off and thus
there is no longer a requirement to provide for the 20%
set aside. Mr. Donahue informed the EDA that persons
receiving notification of this discontinuation will press
the City Council for action to reinstate part of the low
and moderate income housing.
He indicated that he has spoken with Ember Reichgott and
Ann Rest regarding the situation and they are very
interested.
Mr. Donahue reiterated that LaNel would like the market
value lowered. At the current time the Hennepin County
Assessor has provided an unofficial valuation of 5.5
million for the property, and does not feel the market
value would be set at 5 million dollars.
He indicated that he believes the only way the City could
provide relief would be to use excess tax increments
towards the lost low and moderate income units. At the
present time, state law forbids the use of excess
increment or any increment to go into direct housing
subsidy. However, there is a tax increment amendment bill
before the Legislature which would allow tax increments to
be used directly for housing subsidy.
President Pro rem Enck stated he is uncomfortable
eliminating 1.2 million of tax capacity to one particular
property owner since it would set a precedent. He noted
the tax loss not only affects the city but also includes
the school district, county, watersheds, etc. He felt
this would impose a burden upon others in the taxing
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ADJOURNMENT
district since the current value is built into the tax
capacity for generating revenues.
Commissioner Williamson stated that many apartment
buildings within the City are deteriorating and may need
help in the future. She commented that if a developer
purchases these apartments at a distressed value and is
willing to make some sort of a deal with the City, it may
be in the City's best interests to do so. She expressed
concern for low and moderate income persons not having
decent places to reside.
President Pro tem Enck agreed that in the future that may
the case; however, in this case there is a binding
contract.
Commissioner Otten indicated he would prefer to retain the
original development contract.
Commissioner L'Herault inquired of the number of units
which would be made available if the value is dropped to
5.5 million.
Mr. Donahue stated many scenarios are being discussed. He
stated if the bill passes regarding use of excess tax
increment funds, the developer would be willing to
designate 10 units. In the event that the State does not
approve the pending legislation, LaNel would phase out the
10 units over a two year period.
Mr. Donahue suggested deferring action until a decision is
made regarding the tax increment bill.
Commissioner Williamson indicated the sale of the property
has been taking place for over a year and will be no
surprise to most of the apartment dwellers. She indicated
there had been rumors of losing the low income housing if
the apartments changed ownership.
Motion was made by Commissioner Williamson, seconded by
Commissioner L'Herault, to adjourn the EDA meeting as
there was no further business to come before the Council.
All present voted in favor. The New Hope EDA adjourned at
10:21 p.m.
Respectful ly submitted,
Valerie Leone
City Clerk
New Hope EDA
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i REQUF~T FOR .aCTION
originating Department Approved for Agenda Agenda Section
City Manager EDA
4-13-92
Kirk McDonald ,C'] Item No.
By: Management Assistant By: ?/ 4
MOTION APPROVING REVISF~ CORRECTIVE ACTION DESIGN WORKPLAN
FOR 42ND/NEVADA AVENUE SOIL CONTAMINATION CLEANUP AND
AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS TO EXCAVATE-AND TREAT
IMPACTED SOILS- PROJECT NO. 462
The action being requested is for the EDA to approve the revised Corrective Action Design
Workplan for 42nd/Nevada Avenue soil contamination cleanup, prepared on behalf of the
City by Northern Environmental and recently approved by the MPCA, and to authorize
advertisement for bids for the soil excavation/treatment of impacted soils portion of the
project.
In March, 1991, the City submitted a Workplan for Supplemental Remedial Investigation/
Corrective Action Design to the MPCA regarding the cleanup of gasoline-impacted soils on
the city-owned property at 42nd and Nevada Avenues. The PCA responded that additional
information was necessary to define the magnitude and extent of petroleum contamination
before they would allow the soils .to be excavated or accept the workplan.
In July, 1991, the Council authorized Northern Environmental to conduct additional
activities which included the drilling of five additional soil exploration borings on and off
the site, three of which were completed as monitoring wells. A hand-auguring program was
also conducted on the eastern portion of the property near the contaminated soils to better
define the lateral and vertical extent of the soil impacts. The results of the investigation
indicate that the majority of gasoline-impacted soils at the site are present between one and
seven feet below grade in about a 3,500 square foot area west of the former underground
storage tank system. The investigation also indicated that the contamination had not
dispersed a significant distance off-site and no additional off-site sources of petroleum
groundwater contamination have been identified.
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This information was documented in a Remedial Investigation report and sent to the MPCA
on January 10, 1992. In that report Northern Environmental recommended that the City
proceed with a Corrective Action Design for the property, including two main tasks:
1. Excavation and treatment of "source area" soils, and
2. Installation of a groundwater recovery system.
On February 13, 1992, the MPCA responded that they agreed with the recommendation to
proceed with the excavation and treatment of the 'source area~ soils and this request is to
seek bids on that task. The MPCA did not believe groundwater recovery and treatment is
necessary at this time, but instead requested that one monitoring well be replaced and an
additional well be constructed after the excavation. Bids on that portion of the project are
being considered as the second item on the EDA Agenda.
A Revised Corrective Action Design Workplan that incorporated the MPCA recommenda-
tions was prepared on March 6, 1992, and that is the plan on which staff is seeking approval.
Staff recommends a motion approving Revised Corrective Action Design Workplan for
42nd/Nevada Avenue Soil Contamination Cleanup and Authorizing Advertisement for Bids
to Excavate and Treat Impacted Soils.
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Sealed bids will be received by the City of New Hope, Minnesota in the City Hall at 4401
Xylon Avenue until 11:30 A.M., C.D.S.T., on Tuesday, April 21, 1992, at which time they will
be publicly opened and read aloud for the furnishing of all labor and materials and all else
necessary for the following:
New Hope 42nd Avenue and Nevada Avenue. City Project No. 46~
"Source Area" Soil ExcavatiOn. Treatment and/or Disposal
1,250 CY
Excavate Contaminated "Source Area" SOils
Including, Miscellaneous Site Improvements
and Correlated Appurtenances.
Plans and specifications, proposal forms and contract documents may be seen at the office
of the City Clerk, New Hope Minnesota, and at the office of Northern Environmental
Technologies, Inc., 372 West County Road D, New Brighton, MN 55112 (612) 635-9100.
Each bid shall be accompanied by a bidder's bond naming the City of New Hope as obligee,
certified check payable to the Clerk of the City of New Hope or a cash deposit equal to at
least five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid, which shall be forfeited to the City in the
event that the bidder fails to enter into a contract.
The City Council reserves the fight to retain the deposits of the three lowest bidders for a
period not to exceed 45 days after the date and time set for the opening of bids. No bids
may be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) days after the date and time set for the
opening of bids.
Payment for the work will be by cash or check.
Contractors desiring a copy of the plans and specifications and proposal forms may obtain
them from the office of Northern Environmental Technologies, Inc., upon payment of a
deposit of $25.00. See "Information to Bidders" for plan/specification deposit refund policy.
The City Council reserves the right to reject any 'and all bids, to waive irregularities and
informalities therein and further reserves the right to award the contract to the best interests
of the City.
Daniel Donahue, Manager
City of New Hope, Minnesota
34111(358)
· Northern Environmental
Hydrologi~ * Engineers * Geologists
372 We~t County Road D
New Brighton, MN 55112
1.612.8.35.9100
March 6, 1992
(BRA230309)
Mr. Kirk McDonald
City of New Hope
4402 Xylon Avenue North
New Hope, Minnesota 55427
RE:
Revised Corrective Action Design, 42nd and Nevada Avenue Property, New Hope,
Minnesota
Dear Kirk:
Enclosed please find a copy of Northern Environmental's revised Corrective Action Design (CAD)
report prepared for Dave Tetley of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) following our
February 13, 1992 conference call. This report has also been forwarded to Barb Hearley of the
MPCA. This report summarizes items discussed during the conference call with the MPCA and
describes recommended monitoring and remedial activities. Requests for bids to excavate and
treat impacted soils, and construct additional monitoring wells are currently being prepared.
Project initiation is tentatively scheduled for the first week of May and will proceed with your
verbal authorization.
I trust this information meets your needs at this time. If you have any questions concerning the
corrective action design report, please feel free to call.
enclosure
Sincerely,
Northern Environmental
Technologies, Incorporated
Engineer II
a sul:micliary of Boneaa~o, ~ne, Anderlik and ,~asociatel, Inc~
Engineers & Architects · St. Paul, Mlnneeofa
· Northern Environmental
Hydrotogists * Engineers * Geologists
372 West County Road D
New Brighton, MN 55112
1.612.635-9100
March 6, 1992
(BRA230309)
Mr. Dave Tetley
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Tanks and Spills Section
520 Lafayette Road
St. Paul, Minnesota 55155
RE:
Revised Corrective Action Design, 42nd and Nevada Avenue Property, New Hope,
Minnesota
Dear Mr. Tetley:
Northern Environmental Technologies, Incorporated (Northern Environmental) has prepared a
revised Corrective Action Design (CAD) workplan for the remediation of petroleum imPacts
occurring on a parcel of property owned by the City of New Hope (the City) located at the
northwest corner of the intersection of 42nd and Nevada Avenue in New Hope, Minnesota (the
Property) (Figure 1). This CAD incorporates the items discussed during our February 13, 1992
conference call concerning the results of Northern Environmentars January 10, 1992 "Remedial
Investigation" (RI) report and outlines additional monitoring and remediation activities
recommended by Northern Environmental and requested by the Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency (MPCA).
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Northern Environmental conducted a two-phase remedial investigatiOn of identified petroleum
impacts occurring at the Property in June 1990 through September 1991. Results of the
investigative program indicated that the majority of gasoline-affected soils remaining at the site
are present between one and seven feet below grade in an approximately 3,500 square foot area
around the former UST system and dispensers. The data indicated that mobilized gasoline
compoUnds had not dispersed a significant distance off-site.
Based on these findings, Northern Environmental recommended that the City proceed with a
corrective action design (CAD) for the Property including excavation and treatment of "source
area" soils and the installation of a ground-water recovery system as a feasible means of
remediating the identified petroleum impacts. Details of the remedial investigation are included
in Northern Environmentars January 10, 1992 "Remedial Investigation" (RI) report. As the City
wished to complete remedial activities and initiate site development during 1992, Northern
Environmental requested the MPCA review the submitted RI report and arranged a conference
call to discuss the recommendations made in the RI and address any questions or concerns of
the MPCA. Present during the February 13, 1992 conference call were Bruce Rehwaldt and Jeff
Schwarz of Northern Environmental and Dave Tetley and Barb Hearley of the MPCA. Details of
the conference call and an outline of scheduled monitoring and remedial activities are described
below.
subsidiary of Bon~roo, Rosene, Andedik and Associates, Inc.
Engineers & Architects · St. Paul, Minnesota
EXCAVATION OF SOURCE AREA SOILS
The MPCA agreed with Northern Environmentai's recommendation to proceed with the
excavation and treatment of "source area" soils. Northern Environmental initially recommended
the excavation of gasoline-affected soils present between one and seven feet below grade in an
approximately 3,500 square foot area west of the former UST systems, however, the MPCA
requested that excavation continue further west to include areas in the vicinity of test pits TP3,
TP7, and TP10 (Figure 2) and the removal of the former service station foundation.
Throughout the excavation, soils will be screened in accordance with the MPCA's "Jar
Headspace Analytical Procedure" using a photionization detector (PID) equipped with a 10.2 eV
lamp calibrated to an isobutylene standard. Soils exceeding 10 parts per million (ppm) during
PID field screening will be excavated by a qualified subcontractor under the direction of a
Northern Environmental engineer or geologist. Northern Environmental estimates that
approximately 1,250 cubic yards of petroleum-bearing source area soils may have to be
excavated. Northern Environmental is currently requesting bids for on- and off-site incineration,
on- and off-site land farming, and bioremediation to determine which treatment alternative is most
feasible ~ and cost effective for this volume of soil.
GROUND-WATER RECOVERY
Results of Northern Environmental's remedial investigation indicated that impacted ground-water
occurring at the Property is slowly migrating in the direction of an alluvial channel containing
deposits with considerably higher hydraulic conductivities than on-site sediments. Consequently,
Northern Environmental recommended that the City install a ground-water recovery and treatment
system to prevent migration of impacts to the alluvial channel.
Although impacted ground-water at the Property contains elevated concentrations of petroleum
constituents, based on the clayey nature of site soils, estimates of hydraulic conductivity, and
results of a ground-water receptor survey completed for the site, the MPCA does not believe
ground-water recovery and treatment is necessary at this time. Rather, the MPCA requested that
monitoring well MW2 be replaced and an additional ground-water monitoring well be constructed
in the vicinity of borehole B3 (Figure 2) after the excavation of source area soils. The purpose
of the additional well (MW3) is to provide an "early warning" for well MW9 which is located within
the channel. The additional monitoring wells will be constructed, developed, and sampled in
accordance with Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and MPCA regulations and guidelines
as described in Northern Environmental's RI report.
QUARTERLY SAMPLING
Quarterly sampling will be initiated following the completion of excavation activities and the
replacement and construction of additional monitoring wells and will continue for a period of at
least one year. Ground-water samples will be collected from all monitoring wells except MW6,
upgradient of the site, for analysis of volatile organic carbons (Method 465C), total hydrocarbons
as fuel oil and gasoline, dissolved cadmium and chromium, and PCBs during the first sampling
event and the results compared to MDH Recommended Allowable Limits (RAL) for contaminants
in ground-water. Only contaminants with detected concentrations exceeding RALs will be
analyzed for in future sampling events.
ADDmONAL INFORMATION
During the February 13, 1992 conference call, the MPCA requested additional information not
included in Northern Environmental's RI report including copies of well permits, elevations of well
screened intervals, and a utility survey of the Property. Copies of the requested well permits and
well construction summaries are attached.
A utility survey was conducted by Northern Environmental on March 2, 1992. The utility survey
indicates that a Northern States Power electric line, a Minnegasco natural gas line, a Hennepin
County traffic signal line, and a U.S. West telephone line run parallel to Nevada Avenue in an
area approximately 6 feet west of the curb (Figure 3). A City of New Hope employee stated that
a sewer/water line may be present near the southern border of the Property, however, it would
have been capped or removed during construction of 42nd Avenue.
Laboratory analytical results of soil and ground-water samples collected from MW1, located north
of the source area near the utility lines, did not detect elevated concentrations of petroleum
compounds. This finding suggests that petroluem compounds have not migrated a significant
distance through permeable backfill surrounding the utility lines. The presence of the abandoned
sewer/water line at the southern border of the Property may have contributed to the migration
of contaminants identified in monitoring well MW4 and will be further investigated during
excavation activities.
SCHEDULE
Initiation of source area soil excavation and treatment is tentatively scheduled for the second
week of May and should be completed within approximately one week. Construction of
additional monitoring wells and quarterly sampling will be conducted immediately following the
completion of excavation activities. A final report summarizing the results of the excavation
program and ground-water laboratory*.anlysis will be submitted approximately eight weeks from
project initiation.
We trust this information meets your needs. Please feel free to contact us if you have any
questions or comments.
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CC:
Mr. Kirk McDonald
City of New Hope
4402 Xylon Avenue North
New Hope, Minnesota 55427
Ms. Barb Hearley
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Tanks and Spills Section
520 Lafayette Road
St. Paul, Minnesota 55155
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ft. ~t~. h~ ~mping ~.p.m.
~2. H~ ~ COMP~TION
~ Fitl~s a~ ~n~nctu~ M~el
~ ~ent ~f~ ~ At ~t 12" a~ve ~u~
~ Plastic ~ing
11 WE~ GROPED? ~ Y~
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Bergerson-Caswell, Inc. 27058
Add~, 5115 %ndus~rial Street.
6/?2/90
Charles Wilkems , ~.,. - ,,
IMPORTANT: I
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FILE WITH DEED -- WELL OWNER COPY 4 6 8 0 5 8
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New Hope I " " "~ 12.5 "-I 6/22/90
NumeflcaJ S~t Ad~cs~ and City of WeU Locauon or Distance from Road lntersccuon. 5. DRILt.[NG METHOD
7202 42nd Avenue North, New Hope; MN =obl,r~ ~-,,,~
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2. PROPERTY OWNER'S NAME Mailing Add.,~ss if different than pwperty adc~c.~ ~ Black ~] T'hrendt, d HEIGra~)~Below
City of New Hope ~c~,~ve. Mr. Jeff Schwarz s,,~,~
4402 Xylon Ave. North Northern Environmental oG.~,, ow,~ ~., Sh~ ~o.~_~
New Hope, MN 55428 ~;w2 West Co. R~ m,,,,,¢
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3. FORMATION LO(; COLOR HARDNESS O[ Weight lbs,*ft. ' to ft.
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~_ in. to ft. Weight lbs./ft. ___m. ~n ft.
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FI-I~'iNG$:
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lo. STATIC WA~
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Il. PUMPI/~G I.!*¥EL II:~tow lam:t
ft. after bm. pumtmng g.p.m.
12. HEAD WELL COMPLETION
O Pifless adagtex manufacturer Mocld
O Basement o/fset ~ At least 12" above ground
O Plastic ming
13. WELL GROUTED? ~1[ Yes ~ No
~l[Nent Cememt ~ B~fltonite
14. NEAREST 5OURCI~$ OF POSSIBl!r CONTAMINATION
~, fee~ dimcU~ .type
Well disin£ec~l upon completion? ~ Yes ~ No
1.5.
Date inst~led ~l~No~ inst~lled
Manufa~m'er's name
M~let numl~s' tip Volts
l~.h ~ drop pipe ft. Capacity sr.p.rn.
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Type: O Subme~mbie t'l L.S. Turbine 0 Rec~prm:2tmg
0 Jet 0 Cemnfusnl
16. AI~I~itC~Nm~ ~
Unused well m~ proFe~ty? C] Yes ~ No
Usgesam~lM, if~l e..~t~4 0 Perman4~t f=l Temporarf 0 No~aled
17. REMARKS. ELEVATION. ~'~OfJRCE OF DATA. etc.
This ~ed[ w=..~ drilled under my jufisdictiMt and this re~rt is tru~ to the I:~t o~ my
krmwiedge and betid.
Bergerson-Caswell, Inc. 270~8
Lw-taMe B~is, tss Nor~ l~cr~se No.
5115 Induct:rial
Charles Wilkens --
t, amc o~ D~l~r
IMPORTANT: /1 6 8 0 5 9 ~..~-omo,-o.t(Re,. ,/aa,
FILE WITH DEED - WELL OWNER COPY '
~ WATER WELL RECORD
c..,,:,-. .,, .- 468060
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L'~hlP Name'
7202 42nd Avenue North, New Hope, ~. =OU.T~ o~ o~
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Jeff
Schwarz
Ciuy of New Hope ~Qrthern ~nvi[9~ntal o~,~ o
4402 Xylon Ave. North 3/2 west ~o. ~. ~ 10 w~,
New Hope, ~ 55428 New Brighton, ~ 55112 2 ~,.,o 'L__ Sch40 ,~./,,. ~
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FO~ATION L~ CO~R FO~A~ON
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~is ~1 ~s dnl~ u~ my jun~i~ a~ this ~t ~ t~ to the ~t o~ my
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IMPORTANT: 468060
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STA'!.I~ oF ~i.~aESOTA DEP.~.RTM£NT OF HEAt. T14
~ REQUF~T FOR ACTION
Originating Department Approved for Agenda Agenda Section
City Manager EDA
Kirk McDonald ff~) 4-13-92 Item No.
By: Management Assistant By'r~D 5
APPROVAL OF BID SIJBMI BY BERGERSON-CASWELL, INC. FOR
GROUNDWATER QIJALITY MONITORING WELL ABANDONMENT AND
CONSTRUCTION FOR 42ND/NEVADA AVENUE SOIL CLEANUP (PROJECT #462),
IN AMOUNT OF $2,296.00
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has approved the Corrective Action Design report
prepared by Northern Environmental on behalf of the City regarding the cleanup and
excavation of gasoline contaminated soils at 42nd and Nevada Avenues. The MCPA is
requesting that a monitoring well at the location of the soils to be excavated be abandoned
prior to excavation and that an additional groundwater monitoring well be constructed near
Park Ridge Way Apartments after the excavation of contaminated soils.
Three bids were received by Northern Environmental for groundwater quality monitoring
well abandonment and construction:
Bergerson-Caswell, Inc. - $2,296.00
Tbein Well, Inc. - $2,353.00
Exploration Technology, Inc. - $2,704.00
Nortbem Environmental, the City Engineer and staff recommend approving the low bid
from Bergerson-Caswell, Inc. in the amount of $2,296.00.
Well abandonment will take place within two weeks and the additional monitoring well
construction will be conducted following the completion of "source area" soil excavation
activities. The costs will be reimbursed either through CDBG or Petro Fund monies.
Staff recommends approval of the bid submitted by Bergerson-Caswell, Inc. in the amount
of $2,296.00.
TO: f/~]~/~/~
Review: Administration: Finance:
RFA-O01 ~
Northern Environmental
Hydrologists * Engineers · Geologists
372 West County Roa(/D
New Brighton, MN 55112
1.612-63~-9100
March 25, 1992
(BRA230309)
Mr. Kirk McDonald
City of New Hope
4402 Xylon Avenue North
New Hope, Minnesota 55427
RE:
Ground-Water Quality Monitoring Well Abandonment and Construction, 42nd and
Nevada Avenue Property, New Hope, Minnesota
Dear Kirk:
Enclosed please find copies of bids received by Northern Environmental for ground-water quality
monitoring well abandonment and construction at the City of New Hope's 42nd and Nevada
Avenue property. These activities were requested by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
(MPCA) and are described in Northern Environmental's March 6, 1992 "Revised Corrective Action
Design" letter to Dave Tetley of the MPCA. As the costs for these activities will not exceed
$10,000, public bidding was not conducted.
Based on the bids received, Northern Environmental recommends that Bergerson-Caswell,
Incorporated of Maple Plain, Minnesota be awarded this project. Bergerson-Caswell's cost
estimate was the lowest and they have completed other satisfactory work at the site. Well
abandonment is scheduled to take place within two weeks. Additional monitoring well
construction will be conducted following the completion of "source area" soil excavation activities.
I trust this information meets your needs at this time. If you have any questions concerning the
corrective action design report, please feel free to call.
enclosures
Sincerely,
Northem Environmental
Technologies, Incorporated
~e
a subsidiary of Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, Inc.
Engineers & Architects · St. Paul, Minnesota
MAR 11 ~92 11:02AM BERGERSOM CAS]WELL
BERGERSON = CASWELL INC.
Commercial * Municipal · Residential
Submersible & Turbine Pumps
Environmental Drillers
Well Drilling, Abandonment & Repair Since 1948
CenO~.d V/ell Driltt,s
Certified Pump lra~alte~
March ll, 1992
Mr. Jeff Schwarz
NORTHERN KNVIRONM~NTAL
372 West Co. Rd. D
New Brighton, M~ 55112
Proposal for subsurface exploration, monitoring well
construction and abandonment at your ~ite in New Hope, MN.
Dear Mr. Schwarz:
Bergerson-Caswell is pleased to be invited to submit a proposal to you
for this project. Enclosed please find an outline of our understanding
of the Scope of Services Bergerson-Caswell will provide, and a Bid
Tabulation itemizing our projected cost for thes~ services.
PROJECT SCOPE
The proposed project would consist of two (2) soil borings, with the
installation of a 2-inch moniHoring well in each of these borings, and
the abandorument of one (1) 2-inch monitoring well at the above
referenced site. This project is to be complened in =ompliance with our
understanding of Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) regulations, under
the direction of our Licensed Water Well Driller. Upon completion of
this project, we will submit to you a brief report describing our
drilling and sampling procedur~, along with ~yped ~oring Logs
(including USCS soil classification), Monitoring Well "as-built"
Schematics, Development Data Forms, a Location Diagram and copies of the
Minnesota Permits and Water Well Records.
MDNITORING WELL PERMITS
By Minnesota Statutes, all monitoring wells shall be permi=ted by ~he
Minnesota Department of Health (or local delegated well program) prior
to construction. Present rules require the submittal of a completed
Monitoring Well Permit Application a minimum of five (5) days prior to
construction, ~o that ~he actual p~rmi~s will have been received by
Berge~son-Caswell at the time well construction begins.
M,ql~ 11 ' g£ 11: 0:31qM BIERG£Rx3oPI CtqSNIELI_
Mr. Jeff Schwarz
NOKTH~RN KNVIRONMENTAL
Page 2
March 11, 1992
A permit fee is required for every monitoring well, unless the well
owner ~s a government agency. With some well programs an exception is
allowed for active petroleum retail sales facilities, where only one (1)
fee is required for all wells to be installed on the property containing
the retail sales facility. Additional wells on adjoining property would
require additional permit fees.
Every fourteen (14) month period after installation, the well owner will
be mailed an invoice for a well maintenance fee.
Permit applications are available by fax from Bergerson-Caswell at (612)
479-2183.
DRILLING SERVICES
We plan to use an auger drill ri~, and 4%-inch I,D. hollow stem augers,
to advance each boring approximately 13-feet below the existing ground
surface. Soil samples will be collected with a wireline sample driver in
general accordance with ASTM: D-1586, at approxiJnate five (5) foot
interval~ ~o the final depth"in each of the boreholes. While drilling,
our crew will maintain logs noting the methods of drilling and sampling,
along'with penetration values, preliminary soil classifications, and
ground wa=er levels. The recovered soil samples will be sealed in glass
jars, provided My Bergerson-Ca=well, and turned over to you in the
field.
WELL CONSTRUCTION
After each boring to receive a monitoring well has been advanced to full
depth, we would set a two (2) inch ID by ten (10) foot long Sch. 40 PVC
screen, with a No. 10 slot, using 2-inch Sch. 40 PVC casing extending
from the top of the screen to approximately 2.5 feet above ground level.
As the augers are retracted, a No. 30 sand pack will be installed in the
annular space between the screen and the borehole, e~=ending t~
approximately two (2) feet above the top of the well screen. A two (2)
foot thick bentonite seal will be installed above the filter sand pack;
MDH approved grout will then be tremied into place from =he top of this
sca1 to within three (3) feet of the ground ~urface.
A 4-inch ID by 5-foot long locking steel protective casing, and three
(3), 4-inch by 6-foot long steel guard posts will be installed at the
surface around ~ach of the wells in accordance with MDH regulations.
MAR 11 '92 ll:05AM BERGERSOM CASWELL
Mr. Jeff Schwarz
NORTHERN ENVIRONMENTAL
Page 3
March I1, 1992
DECONTAMINATION
Prior to our mobilization to the site, the drilling rig and all augers,
tools and equipment will be steam cleaned mt our ~hop. All well
materials will be steamed and wrapped. The augers will be steam cleaned
between locations on site, and the sampling equipment will be washed
with TSP soap and rinsed with distilled water between sampling events.
All of our environmental drill rigs have a mounted steam cleaner.
materials arriving on site unwrapped, or otherwise unacceptable to you,
will be decontaminated prior to installation.
HEALTH & SAFETT
we understand hazardous ~ub~tance~ may be encountered while performing
the field work at this site. We also understand that the Consu!tan%
will provide airborne contaminate monitoring during all of the field
work. Each Bergerson-Caswell employee on the site will utilize Level
"D" Personal Pro=ective Equipmenu (~PE) a~ a minimum.
Should airborne contaminate' levels stabilize at 5 parts per million
(PPM) above background, all Bergerson-Caswell employees will upgrade
=heir icv~l of protection to Level "C" PPE. Should mumtained airborn~
contaminate levels exceed 10 PPM, the site will be evacuated until
Bergerson-Caswell and the Consultant reach an agreement to continue ~he
field work using Level "B" PPE.
UTILITIES
Prior to our mobilization, ~erg~r~on-Casweil will arrange to have public
underground utilities marked at the subject site as defined by the
Consultant. By State law, utility companies must receive 48 hours
advance notice of our intention to drill. The utility companies are
al~o granted an additional 48 hour~, which is seldom required but may
incur delays in industrial or high density areas.
Locating private utilities is the responsibility of others. If
requested, Bergerson-Ca~w~ll can make arrangement~ to loca=e privaue
utilities through the use of cable locating services, at an additional
cost to the Consultant.
All wells drilled wi=bin th~ State of Minnesota mu~t be located in
observance of set back requirements for overhead and underground
utilities as specified in Chapter 4725, Rules Relating to Wells and
Pumps. A cody of this rule is available from Bergerson-Caswell, or MDH
MAR 11 '~£ Ii:~AM BER~ERSC,Pt CASWELL
Mr. Jeff Schwarz
NORTHERN ~IRONMENTAL
9age 4
March ii, 1992
TERMS & CONDITIONS
This proposal was prepared assuming the following conditions:
- Bergerson-Casweil has prepared the Bid Tabulation with She
understanding that we ~iil be paid for our services within
30 days following receipt of our invoice.
- Ail formations to be drilled consist of unconsolidated native
soii. ~ny refuse, rubble or bedrock drilling will be Derformed
a~ the hourly ra~e shown on the enclosed Bid Tabu!a~ion.
- Access to each of the boring locations by our truck mounted
drill and suDDort equiDmen= will be arranged by the Consuiuan%.
Clearing the site of trees, crops, vehicles and snow in excess cf
one (i) foou or filling and road building should be performed by
others in advance of our mobilization. With prior arrangements,
Bergerson-Caswell can provide these services which are beyonc the
scope of this proposal.
- Bergerson-Casweil rig schedules can be altered due to cold
weauher or precipitation. After a stars date has been se!ec%edt
conditions beyond our conUrol can force a postponement. When a
one (1) week out of town job start is postponed one (t) day, i~
may be necessary to reschedule for the following week to avoid
addiuionai charges resuiuing from weekend demob/remob cosus.
- Field work is shutdown for weather related reasons on a case bv
case basis. Bergerson-Casweil's general policy includes work
shuudowns when temperature~ are below 0o F, or if visible
lightning occurs. The driller in the field is allowed ~o decide
if work should terminate, and when to begin again.
- Any drilling derived wa=t~ will be left on-~i=e &~jacen= =o
each boring location, unless prior arrangements are made.
Bergerson-Caswel! is not a generator nor are we responsible
to transport any waste off-site.
- Any drill crew stand-by time resulting from surface conditions,
contamination, or Consultant directed delays, will be charged
at our hourly rate shown on the Bid Tabulation.
If you should select Bergerson-Caswell to provide the well construction
services for this project, please provide us wi~h a Purchase Order
directing Bergerson-Caswell, inc. to perform the specific tasks outlined
in thi~ ~ropo~al, including thi~ ~ropo~a! a~ an a~ac~ent. Accurat~
detailed, Minnesota Department of ~ealth Monitoring Well Permit
Applications should accompany your Purchase Order.
MAR 11 '9~ ll:07AM BERGERSOM CAS~ELL p.$
Mr. Jeff Schwarz
NORTHERN ENVIRONMENTAL
Page 5
March ii, i992
We request that any exceptions or additions to the project' scope be
defined in your Purchase Order.
~hould you have any questions or comments regarding this Progosai, or
the attached Bid Tabulation, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
BERGRRSON-CASWELL, INC.
WJC:slh
cc: wc\schwarz.qwc
MAR
ll:~SAM BERGERSOM CASWELL
BERGERSON -- CASWELL INC.
Cornn~reial · Murdcipal * P~sidenMal
Sub,nersibl~ & T~rbine Pumps
F. nviron.,ncnrai Drillers
Well Drilling, Abandonment & Repair Since 1948
P.6
Mr. Jeff Schwarz
NORTH~ ~'VI ROI~II~ITAL
March 11, 1992
BID TABWLATION
New Hope, Minne¢ota
ITeM
Utilities/Permits/Logs
Mob/Demobiliza=ion
Drill w/4% HSA
2-inch Spli% Spoono
2-inch PVC Screen
2-inch PvC Ca~ing
Sand Pack/Grout
.p~otops
Well Abandonment*
$STIMATED
2 wells
LUMP SUM
26 ft.
6 each
20 ft.
10 ~.
26 ft.
2 wells
1 well
$ 125.00/well
350.00/LS
10.00/ft.
20.00/each
10.00/ft.
6.00/~=.
6.00/ft.
250.00/well
400.00/well
EXTENSION
$ 250.00
350.00
260.00
120.00
200.00
60.00
156.00
500.00
400.O0
ESTIMATED COST:
$2,296.00
Delay Time
Level "C" PP~
ADDITIONAL UNIT RATES
$140.00/hr.
75.00/man/day
*to De completed in a separa=e ~ield event.
,,'Maple Plain, MN $$35~ (612) 479-3121 Fax ~7g-2185
P.O. 80x 420
CLARA CffY, MN ~ (6~2J 847-3207
WELLS-- PUMPS
SA L f..'S -- SFR VI
Ha=ch 12, 1992
Hr. JeE£ Schwa=tz
Northern Environmental
372 Wee~ Cry RD D
New B=lghcon, HE 55112
RB~ Monitor Project a~ 42nd & Nevada, New Hope,
Dear Jef£,
Me ace pleased to p=ovide the following in =ega=d to
abandoning one Bonito= well and the installation of ~wo
monitor wells in New Hope,
A) Well Abandonment
1. Supe=intendnt - es~ 4 hfs t $48.O0 h=
2. Assistant - est 4 hfs @ S¢0.0® hr
3. Suppo=~ truck - lUmp sum
4. G=out pump - lump SUB
5, Administrative/word p=ocessing - est I hr
0 $40.OO hr
6. G=out ma~erials - est 2 cuft e $25.09 cuft
$ 192.90
z6e.ee
75.0~
100.OO
50.90
Total Estimated Cost $ 617.00
B) Two Monitor Wells Approximately 12' Deep 1. Hobillzatton
2. HSA drllllng & samPli-ng - est 24' O $12.00
3. 2" PVC rise= pipe pipe - est 8' 9 $4.00 t~
4. 2' x 10' PVC sc=eerie - est 2 O $100.OO ea
S. G=avel pack/ben~onite/grout - es~ 8 cu f~
9 $100.OO hr
7. Adminis~rattve/word processing - est 1 hr
8 $40.00 hr
8. 4' outer pipe w/locking cap & 3 gua=d pos~s
est 2 0 $25o.eo ea
9. Perm~ - est I o $So.o0 ea
10. Concrete drilling e $98.GO per hole
11. S~andby ~lms/development ~ $100.~ ps= hr
12. Unantlotpated moves S $50.00 ea
Total Bstiua~ed Coat
300.00
288.09
32.00
200,00
176.00
15o.oo
40.00
500.00
50.00
$ 1,736.OO
We look forward to being o£ se=vie to you on this project.
Sincerely,
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I)RILLZNG SERVICES
CITY OF NE# HOPE ~ 42ED & NEVt~
NORTHERN ENVlR~NTRL ' PRUL KZTTLESON
SC0~E OF WORK:
DRILLING AND SAMPLING OF TIN) SOIL BORINGS TO i2' SANPLING EVERY 2,S', THEN
CONVERT TO TWO INCH PV¢ ~VE ~AOE ~IOMITORING WELLS. ETI WILL DECOR BETWEEN
B~l~$, ~RTHERN [NVIROMREMTRL WILL CLENR UTILITIES.
[$TIMATEO COST:
NGB%LIZATIOR\DENO~ZLIZAT%ON
DRILLING AM~ SAMPLING AT 2,S' INTEIW~S
WELL INSTALLATZON ANO IMTERZALS
12' ABOVE 6RI~E PVC WELL
STE~ CLEANER RENTAl.
- DECONTAMINATION OF EQUIPtfllEMT
UNITS COST
t,O I $ ~50.00
24,0 I $ t3.25
2,0 I $ 725,0~
1,0 ! $ 95.00
0.5 I $ 137.50
0,0 I $ 0.00
0.0 I $ 0,00
0.0 ! $ 0.00
0.0 I $ 0.00
0,0 I $ 0.00
0.0 I S 0.00
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14~.~
95.00
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DATE:
TOTAL ESTINRTEO COST
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1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A geotechnical drilling program was conducted by Twin Cities Testing in May 1989 on a parcel
of land owned by the City of New Hope (City) at the northwest corner of the intersection of 42nd
and Nevada Avenues in. New Hope, Minnesota (Figure 1). This site will be referred to as "the
Property" in the remainder of this report. The geotechnical drilling program identified gasoline
affected soils on the east end of the site (Reference 1). The gasoline was believed to have been
released from underground storage tanks (USTs) used at a service station located on the
Property from the early 1950's through the mid 1980's when the station was razed and the USTs
were removed (Reference 2). The suspected gasoline impacts were reported to the Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) on March 16, 1990 (Reference 3).
On May 17, 1990, the City authorized Northern Environmental to conduct soil exploration drilling
to provide a basis for predicting how much contaminated soil was present at the site, identify the
contaminants and produce geotechnical and hydrogeological data needed to evaluate feasible
corrective action alternatives (Reference 4).
As part of this first phase of the remedial investigation, four soil exploration borings were drilled
and three ground-water quality monitoring wells were constructed at the Property on June 20 and
21, 1990. Results of the investigation indicated that gasolin-impacted soil and ground-water was
present north, east, and possibly south of the USTs, and that an additional source of
contamination may exist to the south of the Property. Based on this information, Northern
Environmental recommended that a second phase of investigative activities be conducted
including the drilling of soil borings and the construction of monitoring wells at off-site locations
to better define the identified plume and/or determine additional sources of the impacts to the
Property (Reference 5, 6, and 7).
On July 2, 1991, the City authorized Northern Environmental to conduct the second phase of
investigative activities which were initiated in August 1991 (Reference 8). The second phase of
investigative activities included the drilling of five additional soil exploration borings on- and off-
site, three of which were completed as monitoring wells (Figure 2). Northern Environmental also
conducted a hand augering program on the eastern portion of the Property near suspected
source area soils to better define the lateral and vertical extent of soil impacts.
Results of the two phase' investigative program indicate that the majority of gasoline affected soils
remaining at the site are present between one and seven feet below grade in an approximately
3500 square foot area west of the former UST system. In addition, the data indicates that
mobilized gasoline compounds have not dispersed a significant distance off-site. No additional
off-site sources of petroleum ground-water contamination have been identified at the Property.
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Based on these conclusions, Northern Environmental is recommending that the City of New
Hope proceed with a corrective action design (CAD) for the Property. This CAD should consist
of the following main tasks:
1 ) Excavate and Treat "Source Area" Soils, and
2) Install a Ground Water Recovery System.
Details of the two phase remedial investigation and an outline of recommended corrective actions
are described in this report.
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2.0 INTRODUCTION
The subject Remedial Investigation (RI) report was prepared by Northern Environmental
Technologies, Incorporated (Northern Environmental) on behalf of the City of New Hope, owners
of a vacant property located at the northwest corner of the intersection of 42nd and Nevada
Avenues in New Hope, Minnesota (MPCA Site ID# LEAK00002387).
Written authorization for preparation of this report was received by Northern Environmental on
July 2, 1991 (Reference 8). The RI report includes a description of preliminary investigative work
completed by Northern Environmental on June 1990 and subsequent supplemental remedial
investigation activities completed by Northern Environmental in August 1991. The purpose of the
work described in this report was to define the lateral extent of gasoline-impacted soils, confirm
ground-water flow direction, identify potential off-site sources of contamination and identify
alternative corrective actions for the identified impacts.
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3.0 BACKGROUND INFORMATION
3.1 Site Location, Physical Settin,q and Surroundinq Land Use
The City of New Hope Property is located at the northwest corner of the intersection of 42nd and
Nevada Avenues in the southeast quarter of the northwest quarter of the northWest quarter of the
northwest quarter of Section 17, Township 118 North, Range 21 West, latitude 45 degrees 02'
00", longitude 93 degrees 22' 25" in the City of New Hope, Hennepin County, Minnesota
(Reference 9). The site location, local topography and physical features of the surrounding area
are illustrated in Figure 1.
The City of New Hope Property is located in a primarily residential/commercial area. The site is
presently vacant, however, a service/gasoline station was located on the Property from the early
1950's through the mid 1980's when the station was razed. The foundation of the station
remains on the Property. The site is bordered to the north by a residential area (apartments),
to the west by a light industrial property, and to south and east by commercial properties. A
Minneapolis, Northfield, and Southern Soo Line railroad right-of-way borders the site's western
boundary.
3.2 Chronolo.qy of Remedial Investi.qation Activities
A geotechnical drilling program conducted by Twin City Testing in May 1989 identified gasoline
in soils on the east end of the Property. Twin City Testing's report is included as Appendix A of
this report. The gasoline was believed to have been released from underground storage tanks
(USTs) used at a service station located on the Property from the early 1950's through the mid
1980's when the station was razed and the USTs were removed. The suspected gasoline
impacts were reported to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) on March 16, 1990
(Reference 3).
On May 17, 1990, the City authorized-Northern Environmental to conduct soil exploration drilling
to provide a basis for predicting how much contaminated soil was present at the site, identify the
contaminants and produce geotechnical and hydrogeological data needed to evaluate feasible
corrective action alternatives.
This first phase of investigative activities included the drilling of four soil exploration borings and
the construction of three monitoring wells at the Property on June 20 and 21, 1990. Results of
the investigation indicated that gasoline impacted soil and ground-water was present north, east,
and possibly south of the USTs, and that an additional source of contamination may exist to the
south of the Property (Reference 5). Based on this information, Northern Environmental
recommended that a second phase of investigative activities, including the drilling of additional
soil borings and construction of ground-water quality monitoring wells, be completed at off-site
locations to better define the identified plume and/or determine additional sources of impacts to
the Property. Although the extent of contamination had not been fully identified, Northern
Environmental also recommended that the City of New Hope initiate excavation and treatment
of "source area" soils (Reference 5). A workplan describing the proposed supplemental remedial
investigation and corrective action and the results of an MPCA "Ground Water Receptor Survey,"
"Petroleum Vapor Risk Assessment," and a "Hydrogeological Setting and Ground Water
Contamination Characterization Worksheet" was submitted to the City on February 8, 1991
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(Reference 6). However, as the full extent of contamination was not yet identified, the MPCA
requested that the supplemental investigation be completed before review of the corrective action
plan. A workplan describing the proposed supplemental remedial investigation was submitted
to the City on May 15, 1991 (Reference 7) and the City authorized Northern Environmental to
conduct the supplemental remedial investigation on July 2, 1991 (Reference 8).
Five additional soil exploration borings were drilled and three monitoring wells were constructed
on- and off-site of the Property on August 5 and 6, 1991 (Figure 2). Monitoring wells were
developed and sampled on August 19 and 20, 1991, respectively. Northern Environmental also
conducted a hand augering program near suspected "source areas" on. September 23, 1991 to
better define the lateral and vertical extent of soil impacts.
3.3 Description of UST Installations, Source of Release and Estimated Volume
Conversations and site layout figures obtained from Mr. Allen Nelson (City of New Hope Fire
Marshal) and Mr. Doug Sandstad (City of New Hope Building Official) (Reference 2) indicate that
two gasoline USTs (one 6,000ogallon and one 7,000-gallon capacity), one fuel oiI'UST (unknown
capacity), two fuel islands, and associated piping were installed at a service station located on
the Property from the early 1950's through the mid 1980's when the station was razed and the
USTs were removed. No other USTs are known to have been present on the Property. The
locations of all known USTs are illustrated in Figure 2.
Information on the condition of the USTs and associated fuel islands and pumps is limited since
the tanks were removed prior to the enactment of current UST regulations and no inventory
control was utilized. However, during the reconstruction of Nevada Avenue and the razing of the
service station in the mid 1980's, soils exhibiting petroleum-like odors were encountered in the
vicinity of the gasoline USTs (Reference 2). Although an estimate of product loss cannot be
made, based on the age of the tanks and the results of the supplemental remedial investigation,
it appears that the gasoline UST system including the pump island to the south of the USTs is
the primary source of the petroleum release at the Property.
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4.0 METHODS OF INVESTIGATION
4.1 Soil Exploration Drillin.q and Samolin_a
Four soil exploration borings (B1 through B4) were drilled at the Property on June 20 and 21,
1990. The locations and depths of all borings were selected by Northern Environmental. Soil
borings B1, B3, and B4 were positioned to evaluate the lateral extent of the gasoline plume
occurring on the Property. These borings were placed at the Property line in the northeast corner,
northern limit, and southern limit of the Property, respectively, as indicated on Figure 2. Soil
boring B2 was located in the former UST excavation to determine the vertical extent of impacts
and provide laboratory data to identify the contaminants and determine the level of contamination
at the probable source of the released gasoline. Soil borings were drilled to depths ranging from
13.5 to 26 feet below grade with a truck-mounted auger drill rig operated by Bergerson-Caswell,
Incorporated using 4.25-inch internal diameter (I.D.) hollow stem augers.
Five additional soil exploration boreholes (B5 through B9) were drilled at the Property on August
5, and 6, 1991. Soil borings B5, B8, and B9 were positioned downgradient of the former UST
locations to evaluate the lateral extent of the gasoline plume identified during the first phase of
the investigation. Soil borings B6 and B7 were placed upgradient of the former UST locations
to determine whether any off-site sources of ground-water impacts are present near the Property.
Locations and depths of soil borings were selected by Northern Environmental and are depicted
in Figure 2. Borings were advanced with a Dietrich D50 rotary drill rig operated by Exploration
Technology Technologies, Incorporated of Eden Prairie, Minnesota using 7 7/8-inch outside
diameter (O.D.), 3 1/4-inch inside diameter (I.D.) hollow-stem augers. All soil exploration borings
were terminated at depths between 8 and 15 feet below grade.
All boreholes were advanced in accordance with ASTM D 1452 and the MPCA's "Soil Boring and
Monitoring Well Installation" guidance document. No lubricants or solvents, other than water,
were used on any down-hole drilling o_r sampling equipment. Upon completion of the boreholes,
final borehole logs were completed by a Northern Environmental geologist in accordance with
ASTM 2488. Details of Northern Environmental's soil sampling, headspace screening, and
equipment decontamination procedures are described in Appendix B. Northern Environmental's
final borehole logs are Presented in Appendix C.
Soil samples were collected every 2 feet using standard split-barrel sampling techniques (ASTM
1586) beginning between ground I and 4 feet below grade. A portion of each sample was
immediately sealed and cooled for possible laboratory analysis. Another portion was screened
in the field with a photoionization detector (PID) for the presence of volatile and semi-volatile
organic compounds. The remaining sample was described by Northern Environmental field
personnel and stored for further description and/or subsequent physical analysis.
Two soil samples were selected from each borehole for laboratory analysis to confirm the vertical
and lateral extent of impacts occurring at the Property. One sample from each borehole was
selected from sediments which appeared to be representative of the "most impacted" soil based
upon PID results, soil appearance, odor, and other indications. This sample was used to
evaluate the lateral extent of petroleum impacts occurring on the Property. Additional samples
were collected from the boreholes as needed to define the vertical extent of impacts within each
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boring. If no petroleum-bearing soils were identified by field screening, the sample at or directly
above the perceived ground-water table was selected for laboratory analysis as this is where
petroleum product would tend to accumulate.
Soils selected for laboratory analysis during the first phase of investigation were submitted under
chain of custody to Northern Environmental's contract laboratory for analysis of total petroleum
hydrocarbons as gasoline, lead content, and EPA Method 8240 for volatile organic hydrocarbons.
Soils selected for laboratory analysis during the second phase of investigation were analyzed for
total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH) as gasoline, and benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and XYlene
(BTEX) in accordance with the MPCA's guidance document, "Soil and Ground Water Analysis at
Petroleum Release Sites."
Northern Environmental also conducted a hand augering and soil screening program as part of
this task. Soil samples were collected from depths between 1.5 and 7.3 feet below grade and
subjected to headspace screening as described above to determine the presence of volatile and
semi-volatile compounds. Hand augering and soil screening was completed to better define the
lateral and vertical extent of "source area" soils present at the Property. Hand auger sample
locations are depicted in Figure 3.
4.2 Construct Monitorin.q Wells
Ground-water quality monitoring wells were constructed within six of the soil exploration
boreholes in accordance with the MPCA's "Soil Boring and Monitoring Well Installation" guidance
document and the Minnesota Well Construction Code, Chapter 4725, using 10 feet of 2-inch I.D.,
0.010 slot stainless steel screen and 2-inch I.D. black steel riser. Monitoring well screens were
placed so that approximately two to three feet of screen was positioned above the seasonal high
water table. This well screen positioning allows the presence of any floating product layer to be
evaluated. All wells were completed with locking protective steel casings and steel guard posts.
Ground, protective casing, and riser elevations of monitoring wells MW1, MW2, MW4, and MW5,
MWS, MW9 were surveyed to the nearest 0.01 foot at each well and referenced to site datum on
August 3, 1990 and August 7, 1991, respectively. Well construction details and diagrams are
included in Appendix D.
All monitoring wells were developed prior to sampling using a bailer to remove the effects of the
drilling and well installation procedures. Well development ensures that the water entering the
well is representative of ambient ground-water quality. All well development equipment was triple-
rinsed with commercial grade distilled water between wells. Additionally, well development
proceeded from the presumed least impacted well to the most impacted well to further limit the
potential for cross contamination. During well development, readings and observations of pH,
specific conductivity, temperature, turbidity, PID response, and free product occurrence were
recorded. When stable readings were obtained on three consecutive samples, the wells were
considered developed. Approximately 10 saturated well casing volumes were removed from
monitoring well MW8, however, as monitoring wells MW1, MW2, MW4, MW5, and MW9 were
purged dry, only 1.5 to 3 well volumes were removed. Well development summaries are
presented in Appendix E. Following well development and sampling, bail/recovery tests were
performed to estimate the hydraulic conductivity of site sediments. Bail/recovery results are
presented in Appendix F. Data was analyzed in accordance with the Bouwer and Rice
bail/recovery procedure (Reference 10).
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Upon completion of well development and bail/recovery tests on the new wells, all wells present
at the site were sampled. Each well was purged within 24 hours of sampling to ensure that
sampled water was representative of ambient ground-water quality. Water samples were
collected using disposable polyethylene bailers and submitted under chain of custody to a
Northern Environmental contract laboratory. Ground-water samples collected during the first
round of sampling from MW1, MW2, and MW4 were analyzed for Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons
(TPH) as gasoline, benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylenes (BTEX). Ground-water samples
collected from all six wells constructed at the site during the second round of sampling were
analyzed for Volatile Organic Carbons (VOC) (MDH Method 465), and lead in accordance with
the MPCA's "Soil and Ground Water Analysis at Petroleum Release Site" guidance document.
4.3 Analyze Data and Evaluate Feasible Remedial Action Pro.qrams
The results of Tasks 1.0 and 2.0 were reviewed and analyzed and a preliminary remedial action
plan was developed for the Property. The objectives of the final remedial action plan are to
minimize or eliminate impacts to human health and welfare and the the environment, minimize
or eliminate potential future environmental liabilities to the City of New Hope, and satisfy MPCA
regulations and/or guidelines concerning soil and ground water impacts.
4.4 Prepare Final Report and Corrective Action Desi.qn
Upon completion of the above-described field work, receipt and evaluation of analytical results,
Northern Environmental prepared the subject "Petroleum Tank Release Investigation Report"
including all text, tables, figures, field data and laboratory results needed to satisfy the
requirements of the MPCA's "Petroleum Tank Release Reports" guidance document.
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5.0 REMEDIAL INVESTIGATION RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
5.1 Physiography and Surroundin.q Land Use
The City of New Hope Property is located at the northwest corner of the intersection of 42nd and
Nevada Avenues in the City of New Hope, Hennepin County, Minnesota. The site location, local
topography and physical features of the surrounding area are illustrated in Figure 1.
The Property is located in a primarily residential/commercial area. The site is presently vacant,
however, a service/gasoline station was located on the Property from the early 1950's through
the mid 1980's when the station was razed. The foundation of the station remains on the
Property. The site is bordered to the north by a residential area (apartments and single family
dwellings), to the west by a light industrial property, and to the south and east by commercial
properties. A Minneapolis, Northfield and Southern Soo Line railroad right-of-way borders the
site's western boundary.
5.2 Geoloqy and Soil Contamination Characterization
The Property is located in an area of glacial drift which overlies the St. Peter Sandstone. The
glacial drift consists of interlayered and mixed sands, silts, clays and gravel. The upper 30 feet
of the drift is primarily till consisting of a dense, grayish clay with trace sand, gravel, and/or silt.
The easternmost end of the Property has been filled to an elevation of approximately 3 to 4 feet
higher than the remainder of the Property. Soil borings B1, B2, B4 through B6, and B9
encountered fill varying in thickness from 4 to 7 feet. Fill was found to a depth of 8 feet in soil
boring B7. In borings B3 and B8, north and west of the apparent fill boundary, respectively, till
material was encountered at grade. Bedrock is found approximately 100 feet below grade
(Reference 5).
Gasoline impacts at the City of New Hope Property are believed to have originated from USTs
and the related fuel island and piping in use at the Property from the early 1950's through the
mid 1980's when the station was razed and the USTs were removed. As no inventory control
records for the systems are available, an estimate of product loss cannot be made.
Gasoline-bearing soils were encountered at all boring locations drilled by Northern Environmental
during the first phase of the investigation (B1 through B4, Figure 3). The results of field
headspace screening and laboratory analytical results for this initial investigation are summarized
in Table 1. Boring B2 was drilled through the former UST excavation to identify the contaminants
and assess the maximum anticipated level of contamination occurring on the Property. At this
location, petroleum,impacted soils were encountered from the ground surface to the termination
of the boring at 13.5 feet below grade.
Gasoline-impacted soils were also present throughout boring B3, from grade to the termination
of the boring at 17.5 feet. This boring was placed in an unfilled area of the Property located
along the northern boundary of the Property. The identification of released gasoline at this
location suggests that impacts have migrated at least 100 feet to the west northwest of the
probable source (the former UST excavation and product piping). These impacts most likely
result from infiltration of precipitation through contaminated fill (source) material near B2 and
subsequent drainage of the contaminated water along the interface between the fill and naturally-
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occurring glacial till. The finding of contamination at this location suggested that released
gasoline may have migrated off-site to the west northwest.
At the locations of borings B1 and B4, approximately 100 feet north and 150 feet southwest of
the former tank cavity, respectively (Figure 2), gasoline-impacted soils were first encountered at
approximately 12 to 14 feet below grade in the vicinity of the water table suggesting that impacts
at these locations are associated with migration of petroleum based compounds with the water
table. At location B1, the impacts extend deeper than 21 feet, the termination depth for the
boring. At location B4, the impacts extend to a depth of approximately 19.5 to 22 feet, in
agreement with the information obtained by Twin City Testing in their September, 1989,
preacquisition site assessment.
Samples for laboratory analysis were selected at all locations from depths which appeared to be
representative of the "most impacted" sediments based upon field screening, visual indications,
and odor. All soil samples were analyzed for total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH) as gasoline,
lead content, and EPA method 8240 for volatile organic hydrocarbons (VOCs). Laboratory soils
analyses are presented in Appendix G and summarized in Table 1. The laboratory results confirm
the results of field screening which indicate that the greatest impacts are associated with the
former gasoline UST system excavation and extend to the west towards the location of boring
B3.
As the implied ground-water flow direction in this area is to the west northwest, impacts at
location B4 suggested that impacts may have migrated onto the Property from an undefined
source to the south and/or east, possibly from a former service station located at the southwest
corner, or from an existing station at the southeast corner of the intersection of 42nd and Nevada
Avenues. Supplementary offsite investigation was recommended to clarify whether a second
source existed and to determine the extent of impacts downgradient from all identified sources.
The second phase of the investigation was completed in August 1991 when five additional
borings were drilled at on- and off-site locations at the Property. Three of the five supplemental
borings were completed as monitoring wells. The locations of all borings and monitoring wells
are shown in Figure 2. Field and laboratory soil analytical results for the second phase of the
investigation are presented in Appendix G and are summarized in Table 2.
Borehole B5 (monitoring well MW5) was drilled approximately 200 feet west northwest of the
former USTs to define the extent of soil and ground-water impacts west of the source. Soils at
this location were found to consist of sandy fill material to a depth of four feet below grade
overlying native sandy lean clays. A slightly elevated PID reading (4.5 ppm) was recorded from
3 to 5 feet below grade at this location, however, the sample had no odor and soil samples
submitted to the laboratory from 5 to 7 feet below grade and 7 to 9 feet below grade contained
no measureable concentrations of BTEX nor TPH constituents.
Borehole B6 (monitoring well MW6) was drilled approximately 300 feet south of the former USTs
at an off-site location on the southwest corner of the intersection of 42nd and Nevada Avenues.
This location was selected to determine if an additional source of impacts was located south of
the Property, as implied by the first phase of the investigation. Soils throughout the boring were
found to consist of native sandy lean clays. A slightly elevated PID reading (4.0 ppm) was
recorded from 0 to 2 feet below grade, however, the sample had no odor and soil samples
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submitted to the' laboratory from 4 to 6 and 6 to 8 feet below grade contained no detectable
concentrations of BTEX nor TPH constituents.
Borehole B7 was drilled approximately 1 O0 feet east of the former USTs in the City of New Hope
right-of-way on the east side of Nevada Avenue (Figure 2) to determine the lateral extent of
impacts east of the Property. Soils encountered during drilling consisted of brown topsoil from
0 to 4 feet and coarse sand from 4 feet to the bottom of the boring, 8 feet below grade. No
elevated PID readings, odors, or visual indications were apparent in soil samples collected during
drilling. In addition, soil samples submitted for laboratory analysis from 4 to 6 and 6 t° 8 feet
below grade contained no detectable concentrations of BTEX nor TPH constituents.
Borehole B8 was drilled approximately 250 feet west of the former USTs (Figure 2) to define the
extent of soil impacts west of the probable source. Soils encountered during drilling consisted
of brown topsoil from 0 to 1 feet and native sandy lean clay from 1 feet to the bottom of the
boring, 10 feet below grade. No elevated PID readings, odor, or visual indications of petroleum
impacts were apparent in soil samples collected during drilling. In addition, soil samples
submitted to the laboratory from 4 to 6 and 6 to 8 feet below grade contained no detectable
concentrations of BTEX nor TPH constituents.
Borehole B9 (monitoring well MW9) was drilled approximately 250 feet northwest of the former
USTs on the Parkridge Way Apartments property north of the service road (Figure 2) to evaluate
the lateral extent of soil and ground-water impacts downgradient (northwest) of the Property.
Soils encountered at this location consisted of top soil from 0 to 3 feet, coarse sand from 3 to
5 feet, and tan/gray sandy lean clay from 5 feet to the bottom of the boring at 13 feet below
grade. No elevated PID readings, odor, or visual indications of petroleum impacts were apparent
in soil samples collected during drilling and soil samples submitted to the laboratory from 3 to
5 and 5 to 7 feet below grade contained no detectable concentrations of BTEX nor TPH
constituents.
In addition to soil exploration boringsf Northern Environmental conducted a hand augering and
soil screening program to better define the extent of "source area" soils. Soil samples were
collected from depths between 1.5 and 7.3 feet below grade (the approximate water table
elevation) and subjected to headspace screening as described above to determine the presence
of volatile and semi-volatile compounds. Soil samples collected northwest and southeast of the
former UST locations exhibited discoloration, strong petroleum-like odors and produced elevated
PID responses (up to 986 ppm calibrated to an isobutylene standard) at depths between 1.5 and
7.3 feet below grade. Soil samples collected to the west of the former UST systems, within the
foundation of the razed service station building, and west of the former fuel islands did not
appear to be heavily impacted based on appearance, odor and PID screening. These findings
suggest that "source area" soils are generally limited to areas in the immediate vicinity of the
former USTs and fuel islands. Hand auger locations and the approximate extent of "source area"
soils are shown in Figure 3. Field screening results are summarized in Table 3.
5.3 Ground-Water Contamination Characterization
Previous investigations on the western end of the Property revealed that an alluvial channel
deposit runs through the site. This deposit appears to angle through the area west of the site
from the west-northwest to the east-southeast, bending to the northeast through the Property
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(Figure 5). These alluvial deposits overly dense glacial till at approximately 10 feet below grade.
Results of the supplemental remedial investigation indicate that the alluvial channel may also be
present in the vicinity of monitoring wells MW5 and MW9 to depths of 4 to 6 feet below grade.
The shallow ground-water flow system beneath the western portion of the Property is likely
controlled by the alluvial channel, while regional ground-water flow is likely to the east or
southeast to the Mississippi river.
Ground-water elevation measurements collected from on- and off-site monitoring wells in August
and September of 1991 indicate that ground water flows beneath the site to the northwest and
the west from the former UST excavation toward the alluvial channel. Northern Environmental
ground-water elevation summaries are presented in Appendix H. A ground-water contour map
is shown in Figure 6.
The bulk hydraulic conductivity of site sediments was evaluated by bail/recovery tests. Hydraulic
conductivities determined at monitoring well locations at the site ranged from approximately 2.8
x 10~ cm/sec (MWS) to 8.6 x 104 cm/sec (MW6) using bail/recovery test data and the Bouwer
and Rice Method (Reference 10). The "bulk hydraulic Conductivities" represent an average
hydraulic conductivity for all the stratigraphic units a well draws water from. Northern
Environmental Bail/Recovery Test forms are presented in Appendix F.
Using Darcian principles, an average linear ground-water flow velocity of approximately 1.5 feet
per year to the northwest was determined based on the calculated average hydraulic
conductivity, average hydraulic gradient of 0.032 foot/foot, and assumed effective porosity of 35
percent. Effective porosity was estimated from typical published values for sandy lean clays
(Reference 11). These values correlate well with values reported for similar soils (Reference 12).
Two rounds of ground-water samples have been collected from monitoring wells MW1, MW2 and
MW4 installed during Northern Environmental's initial remedial investigation. One round of
ground-water samples have been collected from monitoring wells MWS, MW6 and MW9 installed
during the second phase of remedial investigation in August 1991. The results of all ground-
water monitoring completed at the city of New Hope Property are summarized in Tables 4 and
5. Ground water laboratory analytical results are presented in Appendix I. To summarize,
concentrations of benzene exceeding Minnesota Department of Health Recommended Allowable
Limits (MDH RALs) (Reference 13) are present in monitoring wells MW2 (774 ppb) and MW4 (669
ppb). Elevated concentrations of total hydrocarbons as gasoline are also present in these wells
(14,200 ppb in MW2 and 6.8 ppb in MW4), however, no RAL has been established for these
contaminants. Concentrations of vinyl chloride and 1,2-dichloroethane exceeding RALs were also
detected in the laboratory samples. The source of these VOCs is unknown at this time, however,
it is possible that they are laboratory artifacts. A laboratory trip blank will be submitted with all
subsequent ground-water sampling events. Based on the monitoring results to date, the
suspected extent of ground water impacts is shown in Figure 7.
5.4 Hydro.qeolo,qic Settin,q and Ground Water Contamination Characterization Worksheet
A Hydrogeological Setting and Ground Water Contamination Characterization Worksheet was
submitted to the MPCA in June 1991 (Reference 6) and is included as Appendix J of this report.
Findings of the worksheet indicate that the impacted ground water is perched on top of a clay
confining layer believed to be 25 to 55 feet thick. Shallow ground water appears to flow
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generally west northwest beneath the Property. Well 114311, 203542, and 203595 are located
approximately 2000 feet north and west of the Property. However, given the relatively slow
migration rate of the impacted aquifer, the thickness of the confining unit and the distance of the
drinking water wells from the Property, the potential for cross contamination from the impacted
unit to the uppermost drinking water aquifer appears to be minimal.
5.5 Ground-Water Receptor Survey
A Ground-Water Receptor Survey of the Property was conducted by Northern Environmental in
January 1991 (Reference 6). The City of New Hope and the City of Crystal both purchase water
for domestic and industrial use from the City of Minneapolis. The source of this water is the
Mississippi River. A review of Minnesota Geological Survey records indicates that thirty-seven
wells for domestic and industrial purposes were completed within a one mile radius of the
Property between 1951 and 1977. Additional monitoring wells are present on and near the
Property as part of an ongoing investigation at the Electronic Industries site. Only one of these
wells extends to the uppermost drinking water aquifer. Recent laboratory analytical results of
ground water samples collected from Electronic Industries, (included as Appendix K of this
report) indicate that petroleum impacts are not present at these locations. Ground-Water
Receptor Survey information is presented in Appendix L.
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6.0 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on the results of Northern Environmental's remedial investigation, and what is known
about local geology and hydrogeology, the following conclusions can be made:
1)
Concentrations of petroleum constituents exceeding MDH and
MPCA guidelines and regulations are present in soil and ground
water at the Property.
The petroleum release identified at the site appears to have been
a result of leakage from USTs and fuel islands previously in use at
the site.
3)
Due to the Iow ground-water flow rate, the identified petroleum
impacts appear to be limited in extent to areas west and northwest
of the former UST systems and have not migrated a significant
distance off-site.
Based on these conclusions, Northern Environmental recommends that the City of New Hope
proceed with a corrective action design which includes excavation of "source area" soils and the
installation of a ground-water recovery system as a feasible means of remediating the identified
gasoline impacts. The proposed corrective action design is described below. A detailed
corrective action design workplan will be forwarded to the City of New Hope under separate
cover.
6.1 Excavate and Treat "Source Area" Soils
"Source area" soils refer to the tank system backfill and neighboring soils where the bulk of the
released gasoline appears to remain. Removal of the source area soils will limit the migration
of infiltrating precipitation through gasoline bearing soils, thereby minimizing additional ground
water impacts. Northern Environmental believes that up to 1,000 cubic yards of contaminated
source soil may have to be excavated. This volume is based on the removal of soil to the water
table at approximately 5 to 7 feet below grade within the shaded area shown in Figure 4.
Excavation of soils that exceed 10 ppm TPH by PID field screening will be performed by a
qualified subcontractor under the direction of a Northern Environmental engineer or geologist.
As discussed in Northern Enivronmental's February 8, 1991 Supplemental Remedial
Investigation/Corrective Action Design Workplan, on- and off-site incineration were determined
to be the most feasible options for handling excavated soils at that time. Upon MPCA approval
of this corrective action design, Northern Environmental will request bids for on- and off-site
incineration, on- and off-site land farming, and bioremediation of the excavated soils to determine
whether incineration is still the most viable treatment option.
6.2 Install Ground Water Recovery System
Although impacted ground-water at the Property contains relatively high concentrations of
benzene and TPH constituents, the findings of the "Ground Water Receptor Survey",
"Hydrogeological Setting and Ground Water Characterization Worksheet", and estimates of
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hydraulic conductivity suggest that these impacts do not represent a significant threat to
downgradient water supplies at this time. In addition, the potential for further ground-water
degredation will be minimized by the excavation of source area soils. However, impacted
ground-water occurring at the Property is migrating in the direction of an alluvial channel
containing deposits with considerably higher hydraulic conductivities than the on-site sediments.
Should the impactedground-water intercept these deposits, the rate of migration of petroleum
impacts would be significantly accelerated and may threaten water supplies to the northeast of
the Property. Therefore, Northern Environmental recommends that the City install a ground-water
recovery and treatment system to prevent migration of impacts to the alluvial channel.
Considering the relatively Iow hydraulic conductivities of the till materials present at the Property,
Northern Environmental recommends that ground-water recovery be accomplished with a trench
system installed in the general vicinity illustrated in Figure 8.0. In addition, plans for development
of the Property should consider the potential for collection of gasoline vapors and impacted
ground-water in subsurface areas of structures.
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~ REQUEST FOR ACTION
Originating Department Approved Mr Agenda Agenda SeXton
Manager 4-13-92 EDA
Rem No.
Dan Donahue
By: By: 6
DISCUSSION REGARDING REQUEST BY LaNEL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. TO AMEND ASSESSMENT
AGREEMENT FOR NEW HOPE TERRACE APARTMENTS
LaNel is the new owner of New Hope Terrace Apartments on 36th Avenue west of the
railroad tracks. They have acquired, in addition to the complex, an agreement
that previously existed with the City and the original developers. That
agreement required the market value to go up every year by a minimum of 2%
regardless of any actions by the assessor. Since the sale paid off the old
housing bonds, the new owners have voided all subsidies for low and moderate
income renters.
Proposed by way of negotiations between LaNel and city staff is a scheme to
retain 10 of the original 30 low and moderate income apartments if the city would
release LaNel from the assessment agreement and allow the market value to be set
by the assessor free of any artificial limits such as a 2% increase for every
year. Since the apartments were partially developed through TIF bonds, those
bonds and their repayment are very important to the city. That is the reason for
the assessment agreement--to guarantee money would be availabl'e through the year
2004 to pay off the bonds. At the current time there is in excess of $500,000
in reserves. This would more than meet 2 years of bond payments.
The EDA is considering the LaNel request as a way to provide housing for citizens
in need and meet its future obligations to pay off the bonds. Yet to be
developed is a specific plan to guarantee that a sufficient flow of TIF money
would always be available.
MOTION B~ SECOND BY
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LaNel
Financial Group, Inc.
4601 Excelsior Blvd., Suite 601
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(612) 920-5338
April 1, 1992
Daniel J. Donahue
City Manager
City of New Hope
4401 Xylon Ave. N.
New Hope, MN 55428
Re: New Hope Terrace Apartments
Dear Dan,
As a follow up to our meeting on Wednesday and as an effort to
address the concerns that the City has with our proposal of March
5, 1992, we would make the following suggestions.
1) The City agree to reduce the market value amount
specified in the assessment agreement to what ever level we are
able to negotiate value with the county assessor. What ever that
number turns out to be would then be the minimum value for the
assessment agreement going, forward with the actual fair market
value being determined each year through the normal county
assessment procedure, but not less than that initial minimum
value.
2) In consideration of the above, we will agree to retain
ten units under the low income housing criteria as defined in the
housing revenue bonds initially issued on this project.
3) The ten units would remain low income for the full
of the tax increment bonds.
term
4) In the event, and only in the event that the legislature
approves the current legislation allowing the use of excess tax
increment to assist or subsidize low income housing, the City
would agree to make up the difference between the low income rent
paid by the residents and the then current market rate of those
units from the excess tax increment funds.
Dan, it should be clear that if the legislature fails to act we
would still be obligated to maintain the ten units of low income
housing.
This proposal would bring in line the real estate taxes to a
realistic and actual market value, allowing this project to
operate in an economically sound fashion and be the asset that
everyone hopes it will be to the City of New Hope. Additionally,
the community will have available to its residents affordable
housing.
Please let me know if you have any questions and also
expect this to be presented to the City Council.
when you
Very truly yours,
Paul G. Brewer
President
PGB/lp
Frank Lang
Greg Bronk
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REQUF~T FOR ACTION
Originating Department Approved for Agenda Agenda Section
Management Assistant 4-13-92 EDA
Kirk McDonald Item No.
By: By: 7
REQUEST FOR EXTENSION ON DEVELOPMENT CONTRACT IMPROVEMENTS - AUTOHAUS (PROJECT
#467)
On March 23rd Autohaus requested an extension on the development contract
improvements. Staff met with Autohaus on April 7th to discuss their request and
Autohaus indicated that the construction of the development contract improvements
was contingent upon working out a solution to their current financing problems.
They are in the process of working on several financing alternatives and the
issue will hopefully be resolved during the month of April.
Staff has scheduled a second meeting with Autohaus for April 27th and will report
back to the EDA on May 11th.
This item was originally tabled until April 13th. Staff recommends tabling the
issue until the May 11th EDA meeting.
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