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REVISED CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA MONDAY, MARCH 18, 2013 RICHFIELD MUNICIPAL CENTER 6700 PORTLAND AVENUE REGULAR HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. AGENDA Call to order Roll call 1. Approval of minutes of(1) Special HRA Meeting of February 17, 2013; (2) Special HRA Meeting of February 19, 2013; and (3) Regular HRA Meeting of February 19, 2013 2. HRA approval of agenda 3. Presentation by Center for Energy and Environment regarding Home Energy Squad Program 4. Consideration of a resolution authorizing the Executive Director and HRA Chair to execute instruments necessary to purchase seven to nine vacant and foreclosed houses using up to $543,000 from the Housing and Redevelopment Fund through December 31, 2013 Staff Report No. 25 Notes: 5. Public hearing to consider an amendment to the business subsidy agreement and a resolution approving the First Amendment to the Funding Agreement and Restated Business Subsidy Agreement by and between the HRA and Lyndale Gardens LLC Staff Report No. 26 Notes: 6. Presentation and consideration of the Lakes at Lyndale Connectivity Plan Staff Report No. 27 Notes: 7. HRA discussion items Notes: 8. Executive Director Report Notes: 9. Claims and Payroll Adjournment Auxiliary aids for individuals with disabilities are available upon request. Requests must be made at least 96 hours in advance to the City Clerk at 612-861-9738. HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES Richfield, Minnesota gt: 411(4eed Special HRA Meeting Housing Visioning Task Force Applicant Interviews February 17, 2013 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chair Sandahl at 1:03 p.m. in the Babcock Room. ROLL CALL HRA Members Sue Sandahl, Chair, Steven J. Quam; Debbie Goettel; and David Gepner Present: HRA Members Doris Rubenstein Absent: INTERVIEW OF APPLICANTS The HRA conducted interviews of the following applicants for appointment to the Housing Visioning Task Force: Michelle Dowell Catherine Ragozzino Gordon Hanson Randy Johnson Jen Lux Celia Vergara Quintero Tom Zarth Heidi Gabor Brian Ringham Colin Kaas ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 4:30 p.m. Date Approved: March 18, 2013. Suzanne M. Sandahl Chair Cheryl Krumholz Steven L. Devich Executive Coordinator Executive Director HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES d Richfield, Minnesota 6 :Qe Special HRA Meeting Housing Visioning Task Force Applicant Interviews February 19, 2013 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chair Sandahl at 5:30 p.m. in the Babcock Room. ROLL CALL HRA Members Sue Sandahl, Chair, Steven J. Quam; Doris Rubenstein; and Debbie Present: Goettel HRA Members David Gepner Absent: INTERVIEW OF APPLICANTS The HRA conducted interviews of the following applicants for appointment to the Housing Visioning Task Force: Father Charles McCarthy Dan Warnest Alison Groebner Jeremy Larson ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 7:00 p.m. Date Approved: March 18, 2013. Suzanne M. Sandahl Chair Cheryl Krumholz Steven L. Devich Executive Coordinator Executive Director HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES g46411leed Richfield, Minnesota Regular Meeting February 19, 2013 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chair Sandahl at 7:04 p.m. ROLL CALL HRA Members Sue Sandahl, Chair, Steven J. Quam; Doris Rubenstein; Debbie Goettel; Present: and David Gepner Staff Present: Steven L. Devich, Executive Director; John Stark Community Development Director; Karen Barton, Assistant Community Development Director; Chris Regis, Finance Manager; Julie Eddington, HRA Attorney; and Nancy Gibbs, City Clerk. Item #1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF (1) SPECIAL HRA WORKSESSION OF JANUARY 23, 2013; (2) REGULAR HRA MEETING OF JANUARY 23, 2013 AND (3) SPECIAL HRA MEETING OF FEBRUARY 9, 2013 M/Quam, S/ Rubenstein to approve the minutes of(1) Special HRA Worksession of January 23, 2013; (2) Regular HRA Meeting of January 23, 2013 and (3) Special HRA Meeting of February 9, 2013. Motion carried 5-0. Item #2 HRA APPROVAL OF AGENDA Chair Sandahl moved Consent Calendar Items 3A, C, and E for separate consideration. M/Rubenstein, S/Sandahl to approve the agenda as amended. Motion carried 5-0. Item #3 CONSENT CALENDAR A. Item moved from Consent Calendar to be considered separately. HRA Meeting -2- February 19,2013 B. Consideration of approval of the cancellation of a public hearing regarding the sale of 6345 Bloomington Avenue to Brandl/Anderson Homes, Inc. S.R. No. 19 C. Item moved from Consent Calendar to be considered separately. D. Consideration of approval of the Land Disposition Agreement with Hennepin County to develop 7316 Clinton Avenue in accordance with Community Development Block Grant Program guidelines within two years of the date the Agreement is executed. S.R. No. 21 E. Item moved from Consent Calendar to be considered separately. M/Goettel, S/Gepner to approve the Consent Calendar as amended. Motion carried 5-0. Item 3A -Consideration of approval of the resolutions authorizing an Interfund Loan for Advance of Certain Costs in Connection with Property Located within the Cedar Avenue Tax Increment Financing District and approval of a Cooperative Agreement with the City of Richfield. S.R. No. 18 Executive Director Devich presented Staff Report No. 18. Commissioner Quam stated his concerns regarding risk to the HRA, including shifting responsibility from the City Council to the HRA's limited funds since it is important to have funds available to the community. Executive Director Devich explained this type of funding and the payment process to start in 2017. M/Sandahl, S/Goettel that the following resolutions be adopted and that they be made part of these minutes and to approve a Cooperative Agreement with the City of Richfield: Commissioner Quam made a motion to amend the original motion to extend the requirement to begin payments to the Interfund Loan by an additional two years and accelerate payments if a development agreement is in place. There was no second on this motion. Motion to amend the original motion failed. HRA RESOLUTION NO. 1146 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING INTERFUND LOAN FOR ADVANCE OF CERTAIN COSTS IN CONNECTION WITH PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN CEDAR AVENUE TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT This resolution appears as HRA Resolution No. 1146. HRA RESOLUTION NO. 1147 RESOLUTION APPROVING A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF RICHFIELD This resolution appears as HRA Resolution No. 1147. Motion carried 5-0. Item 3C -Consideration of approval,of the Land Disposition Agreement with Hennepin County to develop 2517 76th Street West in accordance with the Community Development Block Grant Program guidelines within two years of the date the Agreement is executed. S.R. No. 20 Assistant Community Development Director Barton presented Staff Report No. 20. HRA Meeting -3- February 19,2013 Commissioner Quam opposed acquiring property under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. He suggested talking to Crossroads Apartments to partner with the HRA to make larger units on this site. Community Development Director Stark suggested deferring this to the Housing Visioning Task Force for more direction on this site. M/Goettel, S/Gepner to approve the Land Disposition Agreement with Hennepin County to develop 2517 —76th Street West in accordance with the Community Development Block Grant Program guidelines within two years of the date the Agreement is executed. Motion carried 5-0. Item 3E - Consideration of approval of a resolution calling for a public hearing to amend the Business Subsidy Agreement by and between the Housing and Redevelopment Authority and Lyndale Gardens LLC. S.R. No. 22 Assistant Community Development Director Barton presented Staff Report No. 22. Assistant Community Development Director Barton requested the HRA amend the resolution provided in the agenda packet by removing the 7th paragraph beginning "WHEREAS, on the date hereof ...". She stated it was premature to have that language in the resolution at this time. M/Quam, S/Gepner that the following amended resolution be adopted and that it be made part of these minutes: HRA RESOLUTION NO. 1148 RESOLUTION CALLING PUBLIC HEARING ON AMENDED AND RESTATED BUSINESS SUBSIDY AGREEMENT Motion carried 5-0. This resolution appears as HRA Resolution No. 1148. Item #4 PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF 6438 BLOOMINGTON AVENUE TO BRANDL/ANDERSON HOMES, INC., AND CONSIDERATION OF A CONTRACT FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT WITH BRANDL/ANDERSON HOMES, INC. FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME UNDER THE RICHFIELD REDISCOVERED PROGRAM S.R. NO. 23 Assistant Community Development Director Barton presented Staff Report No. 23. Scott Ervin, Brandl/Anderson Homes was available for questions. M/Goettel, S/Rubenstein to close public hearing. Motion carried 5-0. M/Sandahl, S/Goettel that the following resolution be adopted and that it be made part of these minutes: HRA RESOLUTION NO. 1149 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT HRA Meeting -4- February 19,2013 6438 BLOOMINGTON AVENUE TO BRANDL/ANDERSON HOMES, INC. Motion carried 5-0. This resolution appears as HRA Resolution No. 1149. Item #5 CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE RICHFIELD HOUSING VISIONING TASK FORCE S.R. NO. 24 Chair Sandahl announced that there would be a short recess to allow Commissioner Goettel to finish the Housing Visioning Task Force applicant scoring. The HRA recessed at 7:35 p.m. The Regular HRA Meeting resumed at 7:57 p.m. Chair Sandahl presented Staff Report No. 24. M/Goettel, S/Gepner to make the following appointments to the Richfield Housing Visioning Task Force: Catherine Ragozzino Jen Lux Randall "Randy" Johnson Ghislaine Ball Steve Schneeberger James Rudolph Celia Vergara Quintero Ann Dougherty John Suek Craig Thrane Jeremy Larson Dan Warnest Tom Zarth James "Mike"Andrews Alison Groebner Michelle Dowell Gordon Hanson Heidi Gaibor Deborah Williams Amy Utley Adam Fleitman —alternate Brian Ringham - alternate Motion carried 5-0. Item #6 HRA DISCUSSION ITEMS None. Item #7 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT Executive Director Devich stated he had no report. Community Development Director Stark reported that the City received a Land Use Application for Lyndale Garden Center and the City is anticipating a Land Use Application from a grocery co-op soon. He continued that they are expecting to see construction on that site in a few months. Item #8 CLAIMS AND PAYROLL M/Goettel, S/Gepner that the following claims and payrolls be approved: HRA Meeting -5- February 19,2013 U.S. BANK 02/19/2013 Section 8 Checks: 123012 - 123133 $ 155,852.94 HRA Checks: 31680 - 31690 $ 136,936.76 TOTAL $ 292,789.70 Motion carried 5-0. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 8:10 p.m. Date Approved: March 18, 2013 Suzanne M. Sandahl Chair Nancy Gibbs Steven L. Devich City Clerk Executive Director AGENDA ITEM#: 4 REPORT#: 25 =Ad STAFF REPORT RICHFIELD HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING MARCH 18, 2013 REPORT PREPARED BY: JULIE URBAN/KATE AITCHISON,HOUSING SPECIALIST NAME,TITLE REPORT PRESENTER: KAREN BARTON,ASSISTANT COMMUNITY DEVELOPME,T DIRECTOR NAME,TITLE DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR REVIEW: ® / � SIGNATURE REVIEWED BY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: v, k __� ITEM FOR HRA CONSIDERATION: Consideration of a resolution authorizing the Executive Director and Housing and Redevelopment Authority Chair to execute instruments to purchase vacant and foreclosed properties using the Housing and Redevelopment Fund. I. RECOMMENDED ACTION: By Motion: Approve a resolution authorizing the Executive Director and Housing and Redevelopment Authority Chair to execute instruments necessary to purchase seven to nine vacant and foreclosed houses using up to $543,000 from the Housing and Redevelopment Fund through December 31, 2013. II. BACKGROUND Annually, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) budgets funds to purchase properties to further the Richfield Rediscovered and New Home Programs by removing small, substandard, obsolete, or dilapidated homes and then replacing them with new homes. The current housing market offers opportunities for the HRA to further these programs, to help stabilize neighborhoods, and to purchase substandard, vacant and foreclosed properties at reasonable prices. 03182013 Foreclosure Purchase Authority Hsg Trust The current market of vacant and foreclosed properties is competitive and flexibility to respond quickly to opportunities to purchase vacant and foreclosed properties is important. Lenders enforce strict timelines and only a limited number of lenders offer preference to public agencies. Additionally, staff uses two "first look" programs that offer cities and non-profits the chance to purchase properties before they are available on the open market; however, they both require a response to purchase within days. The HRA authorized the Executive Director and HRA Chair to execute instruments necessary to purchase vacant and foreclosed houses in 2010, 2011 and 2012. Staff is proposing to extend the authorization again through 2013 to allow the Executive Director and HRA Chair the authority to acquire foreclosed properties meeting the following parameters, without obtaining prior HRA approval for each property: • The property is foreclosed; • The property is vacant; • The property is blighted (as defined and required by the regulations governing the Housing and Redevelopment Fund); • Prior to acquisition, staff establish an appropriate sale price based on recent sales activity and/or assessed value and housing condition; and • Expenditures for all properties do not exceed a total of $543,000. Staff will continue to report back to the HRA each month with a status of acquisition activity. III. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION A. POLICY • It is in the best interest of the City to ensure neighborhood stability and reduce blight. • Through the City's Richfield Rediscovered program, the HRA purchases and removes substandard and functionally obsolete housing and replaces it with newer, higher valued homes. • Through the City's New Home program, the HRA purchases and removes substandard and functionally obsolete housing and replaces it with new, affordable homes. • The 2008-2018 Richfield Comprehensive Plan states as policy: o Encourage the creation of"move-up" housing through new construction and home remodeling. o Promote the development of a balanced housing stock that is available to a range of income levels. B. CRITICAL ISSUES • Richfield has suffered a significant number of foreclosures since 2008. While the inventory has decreased somewhat, there continues to be opportunities to purchase foreclosed properties. • Neighborhoods in which there are one or more foreclosed and vacant homes have detrimental impacts on the surrounding property values. • In addition to being in poor condition,some foreclosed properties have function, layout, size and other issues that make them candidates for the Richfield Rediscovered and New Home programs. • The Richfield Rediscovered and New Home program funds can be used to purchase vacant and foreclosed properties to accomplish HRA goals throughout the City of Richfield. • Authorization to utilize these two HRA programs would be limited to purchasing vacant and foreclosed properties only. If other purchasing opportunities arise, staff would seek an approved Purchase Agreement by the HRA before moving forward with purchasing activities. C. FINANCIAL • The 2013 budget designates 363,000 for the Richfield Rediscovered program and $180,000 for the New Home program for a total of $543,000 for property acquisition. • Funding for these programs is allocated through the HRA Housing and Redevelopment Fund. • Total acquisition expenditures will not exceed the budgeted amount of $543,000. D. LEGAL • Legal counsel reviewed the resolution. IV. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S) • Do not extend the authorization for the Executive Director and HRA Chair to execute agreements to purchase foreclosed homes. V. ATTACHMENTS • Resolution VI. PRINCIPAL PARTIES EXPECTED AT MEETING • N/A RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY STAFF TO ACQUIRE CERTAIN FORECLOSED HOMES WITHIN THE CITY AND TO EXECUTE ALL INSTRUMENTS AND CONTRACTS RELATED THERETO WHEREAS, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.001 to 469.047 (the "HRA Act") the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota (the "City") has created the City of Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority (the "HRA") and provided it with the powers and duties of the HRA Act; and WHEREAS, the HRA Act authorizes the HRA to acquire, improve, own, hold, sell, lease, exchange, transfer, assign, pledge or dispose of any real or personal property; and WHEREAS, the HRA has undertaken a multi-faceted response to the impact of the foreclosure crisis on the community involving the use of the Housing and Redevelopment Fund to acquire and demolish substandard, vacant, foreclosed single family homes; and WHEREAS, in order to expand the effectiveness of the Program the HRA wishes to directly purchase certain foreclosed properties to demolish and hold the lots for future development; and WHEREAS, it is the desire of the HRA Board of Commissioners to establish certain parameters for such acquisitions and to authorize its Executive Director and HRA Chair to proceed therewith without specific Board approval of each transaction. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority: 1. That the Executive Director and HRA Chair, with the assistance of HRA legal counsel, is hereby authorized to enter into purchase agreements and acquire in the name of the Authority up to eight (8) single family, vacant, foreclosed homes (the "Properties") on the conditions that: (a) The Properties are each acquired with the Housing and Redevelopment Fund; (b) Each Property is a foreclosed property acquired from a lender or a lender's designee; (c) The Properties have been vacant for at least 90 days prior to entering into a Purchase Agreement; (d) The Property is determined to be blighted as required by Housing and Redevelopment Fund regulations; (e) Prior to each acquisition staff establish an appropriate sale price based on reasonable conditions; (f) The total expenditures on all properties does not exceed $543,000; and (g) Prior to the acquisition of each property staff conducts appropriate due diligence to protect the HRA's interest. 2. That the Executive Director and HRA Chair are authorized to execute such documents as shall be required in order to carry out the delegation provided in paragraph 1 hereof. 3. That the Executive Director shall report the acquisition of any Property pursuant to this Resolution at the next regular HRA meeting. 4. That disposition of acquired Properties shall be only by action of this Board. 5. That the authority granted hereby shall expire on December 31, 2013. Adopted by the Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 18th day of March, 2013. Suzanne M. Sandahl, Chair ATTEST: Doris Rubenstein, Secretary AGENDA ITEM#: 5 REPORT#: 26 STAFF REPORT RICHFIELD HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING MARCH 18, 2013 REPORT PREPARED By KAREN BARTON,ASSISTANT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR NAME, TITLE REPORT PRESENTER: KAREN BARTON,ASSISTANT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR NAME, TITLE DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR REVIEW: 1 . ��I AtilL fit_! _��� �- ' � � URE REVIEWED BY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: 1 ITEM FOR HRA CONSIDERATION: 1. Consideration of an Amendment to the Funding Agreement between the Housing and Redevelopment Authority and Lyndale Gardens LLC. 2. Consideration of an Amended and Restated Business Subsidy Policy. I. RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1. Conduct and close public hearing and by motion: Consider an amendment of the Business Subsidy Agreement; and 2. Adopt the attached resolution approving the First Amendment to the Funding Agreement and Restated Business Subsidy Agreement by and between the Housing and Redevelopment Authority and Lyndale Gardens LLC. II. BACKGROUND In November, 2011 the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) entered into two agreements Lyndale Gardens LLC (the "Developer") relating to proposed development of the former Lyndale Garden Center site. The two agreements were: • A Funding Agreement which provided for a total of$650,000 to assist the Developer in the acquisition and rehabilitation of the site: a grant of$335,000; and a forgivable loan in the amount of$315,000. 419642v1 JAE RC125-316 • A Business Subsidy Agreement, as required by state law, related to the assistance being provided under the Funding Agreement. Both agreements authorized the funds to be used only for"acquisition and substantial rehabilitation of the Garden Center property." The Funding Agreement also required that the $315,000 loan would be forgiven only if the Developer met the following requirements prior to September 1, 2014: : (i) the Developer provides the HRA with sufficient evidence that the rehabilitation activities described in Schedule A of the Funding Agreement have been completed; (ii) the HRA and the Developer enter into a contract for private redevelopment providing for the redevelopment of the Garden Center property and possibly adjacent lands, and for the use of tax increment to assist in the payment of qualifying activities; and (iii) the Developer provides the HRA with written evidence, in the form of a certificate from the construction manager of the rehabilitation activities, that 25 jobs were created by the rehabilitation activities. (The Developer has already satisfied requirements (ii) and (iii) above.) At the time the Developer and HRA entered into the agreements, the parties believed that it was financially feasible to rehabilitate and reuse the existing garden center building and that the Developer could find a tenant for the building. Since that time, the Developer has obtained an agreement with Lakewinds Co-op for the site, under which the existing building would be demolished and Lakewinds would construct a new building on the southerly portion of the Developer's property. Lakewinds desires to own the southerly portion in fee rather than be a tenant. The Developer has proposed the Funding Agreement and the Original Subsidy Agreement be amended so that the scope of the Project includes both the acquisition and substantial rehabilitation of the Lyndale Garden Center, or in the alternative, the demolition of the Lyndale Garden Center and the construction of an approximately 30,000 square foot retail building which is expected to house a cooperative grocery store. Given the new direction the Project has taken, the Developer has further proposed that the Developer be provided a one year extension to satisfy the requirements for forgiveness of the Loan under the Funding Agreement. III. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION A. POLICY • Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.176, Subd. 4m, (the "temporary TIF Authority Act") authorizes the HRA to spend available tax increment from any existing tax increment financing district to provide assistance in any form to private development consisting of construction or substantial rehabilitation of buildings and ancillary facilities provided: o Such assistance will create or retain jobs in the State of Minnesota, including construction jobs; o Construction commences before July 1, 2012 for private commercial development; o The construction would not have commenced before that date without the assistance; o Tax increments under the spending plan are spent by December 31, 2012; and o The City Council approves a written spending plan after conducting a duly noticed public hearing that specifically authorizes the HRA to take such actions B. CRITICAL TIMING ISSUES • Lyndale Gardens (Developer) has entered into a purchase agreement with Lakewinds Co-op grocer to construct a new building on the site of the former Garden Center. Closing is anticipated to occur this spring. • The closing will not occur unless and until the First Amendment to the Funding Agreement and the Amended and Restated Business Subsidy Agreement are approved. C. FINANCIAL • The Developer was awarded a grant in the amount of$335,000 and a forgivable loan in the amount of$315,000 to help finance the acquisition and rehabilitation of the property in November 2011. • The proposed amendment would delay by one year the deadline for the Developer to satisfy the requirements of the forgivable loan. D. LEGAL • The HRA attorney drafted the First Amendment to the Funding Agreement, the Amended and Restated Business Subsidy Agreement and resolution. IV. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S) • Do not adopt the resolution. V. ATTACHMENTS • Resolution • Funding Agreement • First Amendment to Funding Agreement • Amended and Restated Business Subsidy Agreement • Certification from Lyndale Gardens construction manager indicating job requirement has been met. VI. PRINCIPAL PARTIES EXPECTED AT MEETING • Representatives of Lyndale Gardens LLC • Corrine Heine, Attorney 5- I RESOLUTION NO. HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION APPROVING FIRST AMENDMENT TO FUNDING AGREEMENT AND AMENDED AND RESTATED BUSINESS SUBSIDY AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA AND LYNDALE GARDENS LLC WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.176, Subd. 4m (the "Temporary TIF , Authority Act") authorizes the Housing and Redevelopment in and for the City of Richfield (the "Authority") to spend available tax increment from any existing tax increment financing district, notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, to provide improvements, loans, interest rate subsidies, or assistance in any form to private development consisting of construction or substantial rehabilitation of buildings and ancillary facilities, if certain conditions are met; and WHEREAS, at its meeting on July 25, 2011, the Authority approved a spending plan related to certain tax increment districts in accordance with the Temporary TIF Authority Act (the "Spending Plan").to utilize existing tax increment revenues from the tax increment districts in order to stimulate construction or rehabilitation of private development in a way that will also create or retain jobs; and WHEREAS, the assistance authorized under the Spending Plan expressly included, but is not limited to, assistance to Lyndale Gardens LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company (the "Developer") to finance the costs of redeveloping the Lyndale Garden Center, located at 6430 - 6400 Lyndale Avenue South (the "Development Property") in the City if Richfield (the "City"), which costs include the acquisition of the property, the remediation of environmental contaminants and the substantial rehabilitation of the existing building so that it is suitable for commercial use (the "Project"); and WHEREAS, on August 15, 2011, the Board of the Authority approved a Funding Agreement, between the Authority and the Developer (the "Funding Agreement"), pursuant to which the Authority provided $650,000 of the funds available under the Spending Plan to the Developer to help finance the Project under certain terms and conditions; and WHEREAS, on August 15, 2011, the Board of the Authority also approved a Business Subsidy Agreement, between the Authority and the Developer (the "Original Subsidy Agreement"), which set forth the terms and conditions of the business subsidy provided to the Developer pursuant to the Funding Agreement; and WHEREAS, financial assistance provided to the Developer pursuant to the Funding Agreement consisted of a grant in the amount of $335,000 and a forgivable loan in the amount of$315,000 to help finance the Project; and WHEREAS, in order for the loan of $315,000 to be forgiven, Section 2.05 of Funding Agreement requires that the following occur prior to September 1, 2014: (i) the Developer provides the Authority with sufficient evidence that the rehabilitation activities described in Schedule A of the Funding Agreement have been completed; (ii) the Authority and the Developer enter into a contract for private redevelopment providing for the redevelopment of the Lyndale Garden Center property and possibly adjacent lands, and for the use of tax increment to assist in the payment of qualifying activities; and (iii) the Developer provides the Authority with written evidence, in the form of a certificate from the construction manager of the rehabilitation activities, that 25 jobs were created by the rehabilitation activities; and WHEREAS, the Authority and the Developer previously entered into that certain Contract for Private Development, dated November 21, 2011, pursuant to which the Developer agreed to acquire the Development Property and to construct the Project; and WHEREAS, the Developer has provided evidence to the Authority that at least 25 jobs were created by the rehabilitation activities it has performed with respect to the Project thus far; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the Original Subsidy Agreement, the Developer must (i) secure completion of the Project, (ii) ensure that the Project is operated for at least five years after completion, and (iii) remedy the blight on the Development Property; if the Developer does not complete these actions, it must repay the financial assistance provided under the Funding Agreement in the amount of$650,000; and WHEREAS, the Developer has proposed the Funding Agreement and the Original Subsidy Agreement be amended so that the scope of the Project includes both the acquisition and substantial rehabilitation of the Lyndale Garden Center (as described in the Funding Agreement), or in the alternative, the demolition of the Lyndale Garden Center and the construction of an approximately 30,000 square foot retail building which is expected to house a cooperative grocery store; and WHEREAS, given the new direction the Project has taken, the Developer has further proposed that the Developer be provided a one year extension to satisfy the requirements for forgiveness of the Loan set forth in Section 2.05 of the Funding Agreement; and WHEREAS, the Board of the Authority has been presented with a First Amendment to Funding Agreement (the "First Amendment to Funding Agreement"), between the Authority and the Developer and an Amended and Restated Business Subsidy Agreement (the "Amended and Restated Subsidy Agreement"), between the Authority and the Developer; and WHEREAS, the Authority has reviewed the First Amendment to Funding Agreement and the Amended and Restated Subsidy Agreement and finds that the execution thereof by the Authority and performance of the Authority's obligations thereunder are in the best interest of the City and its residents; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Richfield, Minnesota as follows: 5f3 1. The First Amendment to Funding Agreement and the Amended and Restated Subsidy Agreement presented to the Authority and on file with the Community Development Director are hereby in all respects approved, subject to modifications that do not alter the substance of the transaction and that are approved by the Chairperson and Executive Director; provided that execution of such documents by such officials shall be conclusive evidence of approval. 2. The Chairperson and Executive Director are hereby authorized to execute the First Amendment to Funding Agreement and the Amended and Restated Subsidy Agreement on behalf of the Authority and to carry out on behalf of the Authority the Authority's obligations thereunder. Adopted by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 18th day of March, 2013. Suzanne M. Sandahl, Chair ATTEST: Doris Rubenstein, Secretary FUNDING AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into as of the day of , 2011 by and between, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Richfield, Minnesota, a Minnesota public body corporate and politic (the "Authority") and Lyndale Gardens, LLC,a Minnesota limited liability company(the"Developer"). BACKGROUND 1.01. On August 9, 2011, the Richfield City Council approved a spending plan (the "Spending Plan") which authorizes the Authority to expend current cash balances on hand from two tax increment district for activities which will generate jobs and which are commenced not later than July 1, 2012. One of the potential uses of the spending plan monies is the acquisition and substantial rehabilitation of the Lyndale Garden Center. 1.02. On July 25, 2011, the Board of the Authority approved the establishment of the Lyndale Gardens Tax Increment Financing District. On August 15,2011 the Authority took two separate actions with regard to the Lyndale Garden Center: (a) approved a Business Subsidy Agreement for the expenditure of up to $650,000 subject to the terms of the Business Subsidy Agreement, and of this Funding Agreement; and (b) approved and authorized the execution of this Funding Agreement providing for the expenditure of up to $650,000 subject to the terms and conditions contained herein and in the Business Subsidy Agreement. 1.03. The Developer intends to purchase the Garden Center property, which property is located at 6430-6400 Lyndale Avenue South and legally described in the attached Schedule B, and to commence substantial rehabilitation activities, as described in the attached Schedule A, on the property following purchase. 1.04. The Developer has requested the Authority provide funding in the amount of not to exceed$650,000 to assist it in such activities. 1.05. The Authority is willing to agree with the Developer's request and provide such funding in accordance with the terms herein. 389198v5 JBD RC125-316 1 5-5 RECITALS NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and undertaking and understandings of the parties, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged,the parties agree as follows: 2.01 Authority Funding of Certain Activities. The Authority agrees to provide funds to the Developer up to $650,000 to assist the Developer in the acquisition and substantial rehabilitation of the Garden Center property. The funds will be provided to Developer at the closing on Developer's purchase of the Garden Center property upon the Authority being reasonably satisfied, based on assurances from the Developer, that: (i) the Developer has sufficient additional funds, including Developer equity, to pay the full purchase price for the Garden Center parcel; (ii)the Developer has or will obtain sufficient funds, including Developer equity, to pay the cost of the rehabilitation activities described on the attached Schedule A, and has or will enter into contracts providing for such work; (iii) the rehabilitation activities will create or retain jobs in the state, including construction jobs; (iv) construction will commence before July 1,2012, and would not have commenced before that date without the assistance; (v) the funds will be expended for acquisition or rehabilitation activities prior to December 31,2012 (a closing statement showing that at least $650,000 was paid at closing for the purchase of the Garden Center parcel will satisfy that requirement); (vi)the parties have entered into a Business Subsidy Agreement pertaining to this assistance; and(vii)the jobs described in Section 2.09 will be created during the completion of the rehabilitation activities described in Schedule A. 2.02 Source of Assistance. The funds provided hereunder are from the sources identified in the Spending Plan approved by the City Council on August 9, 2011 and from no other source. Neither the City nor the Authority shall have any obligation to provide funds beyond the amounts available under the Spending Plan. 2.03 Form of Assistance. The Assistance will be in two forms: (a) a loan in the principal amount of $315,000 (b) a grant in the amount of$335,000 2.04 Loan. The loan is at the annual interest rate of 5%, commencing on the date that funds are advanced. The full principal amount of the loan and accrued interest will be due and payable on September 1,2014 unless earlier accelerated by default of the Developer,or released. 2,05 Loan, Release. The loan will be released and forever discharged at any time prior to September 1, 2014, upon: (i) the Developer providing the Authority with sufficient evidence that the rehabilitation activities described in Schedule A have been completed as certified by the Richfield Building Official; (ii) the parties having entered into a contract for private redevelopment providing for the redevelopment of the Garden Center property and possibly adjacent lands, and for the use of tax increment to assist in the payment of qualifying activities; and(iii)the Developer providing the Authority with written evidence, in the form of a certificate from the construction manager of the rehabilitation activities, that the jobs described in Section 2.09 were created. Upon satisfaction of these requirements, the Authority will provide the 389198v5 JBD RC 125-316 2 Developer with an instrument in recordable form discharging and releasing any mortgage described in Section 2.06 below. 2.06 Loan, Security. The loan will be secured by a mortgage in substantially the form of the attached Schedule B. The mortgage will be initially recorded by the Developer against the Garden Center property. Upon the acquisition by Developer of the separate parcel located at 6330 Lyndale Avenue South,the mortgage will be recorded by the Developer against said parcel, and released as to the Garden Center property. 2.07 Security, Subordination. The Authority acknowledges that the mortgage on the Garden Center property will be subordinate of the lien of others who are providing assistance for the purchase of the Garden Center property. The Authority mortgage on the 6330 Lyndale Avenue South property will be and remain prior to all other mortgages, unless the Authority agrees, in its sole discretion, to subordinate. Provided, that the Authority agrees to subordinate its lien on the 6330 Lyndale Avenue South property to the lien for construction financing if the Developer represents to the Authority that such subordination will: (i) result in the funding of a construction loan for construction on the 6330 Lyndale Avenue South property; (ii) such construction will occur; and the improvements to be constructed are consistent with those envisioned in the tax increment plan. 2.08 Relationship to Business Subsidy Agreement. Neither the characterization of a portion of the assistance as a grant, nor the release and discharge of the loan shall modify or relieve Developer of any obligations created under the Business Subsidy Agreement with respect to repayment of the subsidy for failure to comply with the requirements of that agreement. 2.09 Job Creation Requirement. The Developer has agreed to cause the creation of at least 25 new full-time equivalent construction jobs at the Lyndale Garden Center site (representing jobs that would not otherwise exist elsewhere in Minnesota, or would not be retained in Minnesota). ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS 3.01 Conflict of Interests; Authority Representatives Not Individually Liable. The Authority and the Developer, to the best of their respective knowledge, represent and agree that no member, official, or employee of the Authority shall have any personal interest, direct or indirect, in the Agreement, nor shall any such member, official, or employee participate in any decision relating to the Agreement which affects his personal interests or the interests of any corporation, partnership, or association in which he is, directly or indirectly, interested. No member,official,or employee of the Authority shall be personally liable to the Developer,or any successor in interest, in the event of any default or breach by the Authority or County or for any amount which may become due to the Developer or successor or on any obligations under the terms of the Agreement. 3.02 Equal Employment Opportunity. The Developer, for itself and its successors and assigns, agrees that during the construction of the Minimum Improvements provided for in the 3R9198v5 JBD RCI25 3I6 3 • 5 Agreement it will comply with all applicable federal, state and local equal employment and non- discrimination laws and regulations. 3.03 Titles of Articles and Sections. Any titles of the several parts, Articles, and Sections of the Agreement are inserted for convenience of reference only and shall be disregarded in construing or interpreting any of its provisions. 3.04 Notices and Demands. Except as otherwise expressly provided in this Agreement, a notice, demand, or other communication under the Agreement by either party to the other shall be sufficiently given or delivered if it is dispatched by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid,return receipt requested,or delivered personally;and (a) in the case of the Developer, is addressed to or delivered personally to the Developer at; 7610 Lyndale Avenue,Richfield, MN 55423,Attn: Colleen Carey (b) in the case of the Authority, is addressed to or delivered personally to the Authority at 6700 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN 55423, Attn: Community Development Director; or at such other address with respect to either such party as that party may, from time to time, designate in writing and forward to the other as provided in this Section. 3.05 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall constitute one and the same instrument. 3.06 Recording. The Authority may record a memorandum of this Agreement and any amendments thereto with the Hennepin County recorder. The Developer shall pay all costs for recording. (The remainder of this page is intentionally left blank.) 389198v5 JBD RC125-316 4 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the Authority has caused this Agreement to be duly executed in its name and behalf and its seal to be hereunto duly affixed and the Developer has caused this Agreement to be duly executed in its name and behalf as of the date first above written. HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF RICHFIELD,MINNESOTA lj. z By: -_2 .� �---� Its:", Chair r (SEAL) Pv.i;w • By ..---_ -Its. .xecutiv'` II irec er — k STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ) SS. COUNTY OF HENNEPIN ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this I r Niedoer,2011, by 5 uev15, r. and 3tevevi1.. be ill 1.14 _, th t% r and Executive irector, respectively, of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Richfield, Minnesota, on behalf of the Authority. JI,/j� , T r * . , a tit( ' 4- i let--,-i-„T _,.�; : MICHELLE J T LEWIS of tary public NOTARY PUBLIC•MINNESOTA I v�` � ' AlyConuniaalonExpiraJan.31,2011 t1/4)1a�1ette.,S.7. r" ' s 389198v5 JBD RC125-316 S-i o--9 LYNDALE GARDENS,LLC. 1 By: it 1/4- ‘4(:('441 Its: l. 7",i;Aph,,,, BETH A PFEIFEP t 10TANY tittle Ml?!% My Commtsso.. 31,201S STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ) SS. COUNTY OF 4ertheti ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 1401A,InLe4/7 , by LsCiovitateitee+N the Chief Nigjakele,v. on behalf of the r_ist Notary tublic 389198v5 1131)RCI25-316 S-2 • SCHEDULE A SUBSTANTIAL REHABILITATION ACTIVITIES . Repair or Re-roof building • Repair exterior aluminum doors • Replace broken/missing glass at greenhouse&building exterior • Provide temp.electric service&temp lighting • Clean&seal coat, &stripe parking lot • Tuckpoint masonry as needed • Replace deteriorated masonry as needed • Infill existing steel roof openings • Remove and replace roof deck as needed • Replace existing overhead doors with new overhead doors • Replace glass at interior frames • Paint exposed structure • Paint over graffiti(inside&out) • Add restroom facilities • Refurbish existing fire sprinkler system o Install HVAC system at building&heaters in greenhouse • Install electrical requirement for HVAC system • Provide temporary electrical service 389198v5 JBD RC125-316 A-I MORTGAGE P. O. Box 198 Kennedy&Graven This Indenture made this day of November, 2011, between LYNDALE GARDENS, LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company, Mortgagor, and THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA, a Minnesota public body corporate and politic under the laws of the State of Minnesota,Mortgagee. Witnesseth: That the said Mortgagor, in consideration of the sum of One ($1.00) Dollar and other good, valuable and sufficient consideration, the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged, does hereby Grant, Bargain, Sell, and Convey unto the said Mortgagee, its successors and assigns, Forever, all the tracts or parcels of land lying and being in the County of Hennepin and State of Minnesota,described as follows,to-wit: The separate tracts and parcels of land described in the attached Exhibit A. (The"Property") To Have and to Hold the Same, Together with the hereditaments and appurtenances thereto belonging to the said Mortgagee, its successors and assigns, forever. And the said Mortgagor, for itself, and its successors and assigns,does covenant with the said Mortgagee, its successors and assigns, as follows: That it is lawfully seized of said premises and has good right to sell and convey the same; that the same are free from all encumbrances, save and except reservations, restrictions and easements of record; that the Mortgagee, its successors and assigns, shall quietly enjoy and possess the same; and that the Mortgagor will Warrant and Defend the title to the same against all lawful claims not hereinbefore specifically excepted. 394595v3 JAE RC 125-316 g-- Provided, Nevertheless, That if said Mortgagor, its successors and assigns, shall keep and perform each and every one of its obligations under and pursuant to Section 2.05 of that certain Funding Agreement dated as of November _, 2011 (the "Contract"), made and entered into between Mortgagor and Mortgagee, and shall keep and perform all the covenants and agreements herein contained, then this deed to be null and void, and to be released at the Mortgagor's expense. This Mortgage secures a principal debt in the amount of "Three Hundred and Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($315,000) payable by Mortgagor to Mortgagee under the terms of the Contract, and amendments thereto, between Mortgagor and Mortgagee. And the Mortgagor, for itself, and its successors and assigns, does hereby covenant and agree with the Mortgagee, its successors and assigns, to perform its obligations as above specified, to pay all taxes and assessments now due or that may hereafter become liens against said premises at least ten(10)days before penalty attaches thereto;to pay, when due, both principal and interest of all prior liens or encumbrances, and to keep said premises free and clear of all other liens or encumbrances;to commit or permit no waste on said premises and to keep them in good repair; to complete forthwith any improvements which may hereafter be under course of construction thereon, and to pay any other expenses and attorneys' fees incurred by said Mortgagee, its successors or assigns, by reason of litigation with any third party for the protection of the lien of this Mortgage. That Mortgagor,does further covenant and agree that if any lien for labor, skill or material shall be filed for record during the life of this Mortgage,upon or against the premises hereby mortgaged, the said Mortgagor will, within thirty (30) days after the date of its filing for record, either pay off the said lien and secure its satisfaction of record, or will protect the Mortgagee against any loss or damage growing out of its enforcement, by furnishing a bond for the same amount in the form and with the sureties to he approved by the Mortgagee. In case of failure to pay said taxes and assessments, prior liens or encumbrances, expenses and attorneys' fees as above specified, or to insure said buildings and deliver the policies as aforesaid, the Mortgagee, its successors or assigns, may pay such taxes, assessments, prior liens, expenses and attorneys' fees and interest thereon, or effect such insurance, and the sums so paid shall bear interest at the highest rate permitted by law from the date of such payment, shall he impressed as an additional lien upon said premises, and be immediately due and payable from the Mortgagor, its successors or assigns, to said Mortgagee, it successors or assigns, and this Mortgage shall from date thereof secure the repayment of such advance with interest. In case of default in any of the foregoing covenants, the Mortgagor confers upon the Mortgagee the option of declaring a default and hereby authorizes and empowers said Mortgagee, its successors and assigns, to foreclose this Mortgage by judicial proceedings or to sell said premises at public auction and convey the same to the purchaser in fee simple in accordance with the statute, and out of the money arising from such sail to retain all sums secured hereby, with interest and all legal costs and charges of such foreclosure and the maximum attorneys' fee permitted by law, which costs, charges and fees the Mortgagor herein agrees to pay. 394595v3 JAI:R(7125-316 5 -13 In Testimony Whereof,the said Mortgagor has hereunto set its hand the day and year first above written. Lyndale Gardens,LLC '1r t Colleen Carey Its: Chief Manager STATE OF MINNESOTA ) COUNTY OF HENNEPIN ) { The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this It_ day of 01/1.1M , 2011, by Colleen Carey, the Chief Manager of Lyndale Gardens, LI,C, a Minnesota limited liability company,on behalf of the company. atiA-/AC• A6 -; (Notary Stamp or Seal) Notary Public ''`'' "'` BETH A PFEIFER r r NO1M YPU&UC-MtNNESOTA ra N■wr My Commission Expfes Jan.31,2015 This Instrument was drafted by: Kennedy&Graven,Chartered 470 U.S.Bank Plaza 200 South Sixth Street Minneapolis,MN 55402 (612)337-9300 389198v5 JBD RC125-316 B-3 EXHIBIT A TO MORTGAGE LEGAL DESCRIPTION Parcel 1: That part of the following described land and accretions thereto lying northerly of the northerly line of Registered Land Survey No. 1560 and its extensions: "I'hat part of Government Lot 3 in Section 28, Township 28, Range 24 described as follows: Beginning at a point on the East line of said Government Lot 3 distant 1060.94 feet South from the Northeast corner thereof; thence West at a right angle to said East line a distance of 176.5 feet; thence North at a right angle a distance of 16.00 feet; thence West at a right angle a distance of 123.5 feet to the Southerly extension of the West line of Block 1, "Ray's Lynnhurst 2nd Addition" thence South along said extension to its intersection with a line drawn parallel with and distant 192.67 feet South of the Westerly extension of the South line of the East- West alley platted in said Block 1, "Ray's Lynnhurst 2nd Addition"; thence West along said parallel line to its intersection with the Southerly extension of the East line of Block 2, "Ray's Lynnhurst 2nd Addition"; thence South along said Southerly extension to its intersection with a line drawn parallel with and distant 225.00 feet South from the South line of Lot 4, in said Block 2; thence West along said parallel line to its intersection with the Southerly extension of the East line of the North- South alley platted in said Block 2; thence North along said Southerly extension to the South line of the East-West alley platted in said Block 2; thence West along said South line and its extension a distance of 202.00 feet; thence Southwesterly to Judicial Landmark No. 7 set pursuant to Torrens Case No. A-2547 on the mean center line of the bed of Grass Lake; thence Southeasterly along said mean center line, determined in Torrens Case No. A-2547 to the Northerly line Registered Land Survey No. 1560, Hennepin County, Minnesota; thence Easterly, Southerly, Easterly and Southerly along the Northerly, Easterly, Northerly and Easterly lines of said Survey to the Southwesterly extension of the Northwesterly line of Tract A, Registered Land Survey No. 675, Hennepin County, Minnesota; thence Northeasterly along said Southwesterly extension and along the Northwesterly line of said Registered Land Survey No. 675 to the East line of said Government Lot 3; thence North along said East line to the point of beginning; except that part of the East 176.5 feet thereof lying Northerly of a line bearing South 82 degrees West (assuming the East line of said Government Lot 3 to bear North and South) from a point on said East line distant 1176.3 feet South of the Northeast corner of said Lot 3. • 394595v3 JAEi RC125-316 Parcel 2: That part of Government Lot 3, Section 28, Township 28, Range 24, Hennepin County Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the intersection of the East line of said Government Lot 3 with the Northwesterly line of Tract A, Registered Land Survey No. 675, Hennepin County, Minnesota; thence on an assumed bearing of South 55 degrees 14 minutes West along the Northwesterly line of said Tract A and its extension a distance of 178.99 feet to the actual point of beginning; thence South 72 degrees 50 minutes 34 seconds East to the West line of Tract C, in said Registered Land Survey No. 675; thence Northerly along said West line to the Northwesterly corner of said Tract C; thence South 55 degrees 14 minutes West to the actual point of beginning. Parcel 3: Tracts A and B, Registered Land Survey No. 1560, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Parcel 4: That part of Government Lot 1 in Section 27, Township 28, Range 24 lying Southwesterly of the Southwesterly line of I,yndale Avenue South and Northwesterly of Registered Land Survey No. 675, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Parcel 5: That part of the following described land and accretions thereto lying southerly of the northerly line of Registered Land Survey No. 1560 and its easterly extension: That part of Government Lot 3 in Section 28, Township 28, Range 24 described as follows: Beginning at a point on the East line of said Government Lot 3 distant 1060.94 feet South from the Northeast corner thereof; thence West at a right angle to said East line a distance of 176.5 feet; thence North at a right angle a distance of.16.00 feet; thence West at • a right angle a distance of 123.5 feet to the Southerly extension of the West line of Block 1, "Ray's Lynnhurst 2nd Addition" thence South along said extension to its intersection with a line drawn parallel with and distant 192.67 feet South of the Westerly extension of the South line of the East- West alley platted in said Block 1, "Ray's Lynnhurst 2nd Addition"; thence West along said parallel line to its intersection with the Southerly extension of the East line of Block 2, "Ray's Lynnhurst 2nd Addition"; thence South along said Southerly extension to its intersection with a line drawn parallel with and distant 225.00 feet South from the South line of Lot 4, in said Block 2; thence West along said parallel line to its intersection with the Southerly extension of the East line of the North- South alley platted in said Block 2; thence North along said Southerly extension to the South line of the East-West alley platted in said Block 2; thence West along said South line and its extension a distance of 202.00 394595v3 JAE RC125-316 g —R° feet; thence Southwesterly to Judicial Landmark No. 7 set pursuant to Torrens Case No. A-2547 on the mean center line of the bed of Grass Lake; thence Southeasterly along said mean center line, determined in Torrens Case No. A-2547 to the Northerly line Registered Land Survey No. 1560, Hennepin County, Minnesota; thence Easterly, Southerly, Easterly and Southerly along the Northerly, Easterly, Northerly and Easterly lines of said Survey to the Southwesterly extension of the Northwesterly line of Tract A, Registered Land Survey No. 675, Hennepin County, Minnesota; thence Northeasterly along said Southwesterly extension and along the Northwesterly line of said Registered Land Survey No. 675 to the East line of said Government Lot 3; thence North along said East line to the point of beginning. Parcel 6: All of Tract A; Tract B, except the northwesterly 15 feet of said Tract B, and except that part of the southwesterly 55 feet of said Tract B lying southeasterly of said northwesterly 15 feet thereof, all in Registered Land Survey No. 675, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Together with a non-exclusive easement for driveway purposes over the Northwesterly 15 feet of Tract 13, Registered Land Survey No. 675, Hennepin County, Minnesota as shown in deed Doe. No. 536923; (as to land in Par 6). 394595v3 JAE RC125-316 • FIRST AMENDMENT TO FUNDING AGREEMENT THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO FUNDING AGREEMENT, made as of the day of , 2013 (the "First Amendment"), is by and between the HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF RICHFIELD,MINNESOTA, a Minnesota public body corporate and politic (the "Authority"), and LYNDALE GARDENS, LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company(the"Developer"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Authority and the Developer previously entered into that certain Funding Agreement, dated November 7, 2011 (the "Funding Agreement"), pursuant to which the Authority agreed to provide the Developer with a grant in the amount of$335,000 and a forgivable loan in the amount of$315,000 (the "Loan") to help finance a portion of the costs of redevelopment of certain property described therein, including the remediation of environmental contaminants and the substantial rehabilitation of the existing building to make it suitable for commercial use (the "Project"), in accordance with the terms of the Funding Agreement, dated November 7, 2011, between the Authority and the Developer; and WHEREAS, the Developer has proposed the Funding Agreement be amended so that the scope of the Project includes both the acquisition and substantial rehabilitation of the Lyndale Garden Center (as described in the Funding Agreement), or in the alternative, the demolition of the Lyndale Garden Center and the construction of an approximately 30,000 square foot retail building which is expected to house a cooperative grocery store; and WHEREAS, given the new direction the Project has taken, the Developer has further proposed that the Developer be provided a one year extension to satisfy the requirements for forgiveness of the Loan set forth in Section 2.05 of the Funding Agreement; and NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and the mutual obligations of the parties hereto, each of them does hereby covenant and agree with the other as follows: 418482v1 JAE RC125-316 1 1. Section 1.03 of the Funding Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 1.03. The Developer intends to purchase the Garden Center property, which property is located at 6430-6400 Lyndale Avenue South and legally described in the attached Schedule B, and to commence substantial rehabilitation activities, as described in the attached Schedule A, on the property following purchase or provide for the demolition of the existing building and construction of an approximately 30,000 square foot retail building which is expected to house a cooperative grocery store. 2. Section 2.04 of the Funding Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 2.04. Loan. The loan accrues interest at the annual interest rate of 5%, commencing on the date that funds are advanced. The full principal amount of the loan and accrued interest will be due and payable on September 1, 2015 unless earlier accelerated by default of the Developer,or released. 3. Section 2.05 of the Funding Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 2.05. Loan, Release. The loan will be released and forever discharged at any time prior to September 1, 2015, upon: (i) the Developer providing the Authority with sufficient evidence that the rehabilitation activities described in Schedule A have been completed as certified by the Richfield Building Official or the existing Lyndale Garden Center building has been demolished and an approximately 30,000 square foot retail building has been constructed on the property described in Schedule B; (ii) the parties having entered into a contract for private redevelopment providing for the redevelopment of the Garden Center property and possibly adjacent lands, and for the use of tax increment to assist in the payment of qualifying activities; and (iii) the Developer providing the Authority with written evidence, in the form of a certificate from the construction manager of the rehabilitation activities and/or the construction manager of the demolition and construction of a new retail building, that the jobs described in Section 2.09 were created. Upon satisfaction of these requirements, the Authority will provide the Developer with an instrument in recordable form discharging and releasing the mortgage described in Section 2.06. 4. Except as amended by this First Amendment, the Agreement shall remain in full force and effect. Upon execution,the Developer shall reimburse the Authority for all out-of pocket- costs incurred by the Authority in connection with negotiating, drafting and approval of this First Amendment. 418482v1 JAE RC125-316 2 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Authority and the Developer have caused this First Amendment to Funding Agreement to be duly executed by their duly authorized representatives as of the date first above written. HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA By Its Chairperson By Its Executive Director STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ) SS. COUNTY OF HENNEPIN ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of 2013, by Suzanne M. Sandahl, the Chair of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Richfield,Minnesota, on behalf of the Authority. Notary Public STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ) SS. COUNTY OF HENNEPIN ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of 2013,by Steve Devich,the Executive Director of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Richfield,Minnesota,on behalf of the Authority. Notary Public 418482v1 JAE RC125-316 S-1 5 -aD Execution page of the Developer to the First Amendment to Funding Agreement, dated as of the date and year first written above. LYNDALE GARDENS,LLC By Its Chief Manager STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ) SS. COUNTY OF HENNEPIN ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of 2013, by Colleen Carey,the Chief Manager of Lyndale Gardens, LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company, on behalf of the company. Notary Public This document was drafted by: Kennedy&Graven, Chartered(JAE) 470 U.S. Bank Plaza 200 South Sixth Street Minneapolis,MN 55402 612-337-9300 418482v1 JAE RC125-316 S-2 S. d' I AMENDED AND RESTATED BUSINESS SUBSIDY AGREEMENT THIS AMENDED AND RESTATED BUSINESS SUBSIDY AGREEMENT, made as of the day of , 2013 (the "Agreement"), is by and between the HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA, a Minnesota public body corporate and politic (the "Authority"), and LYNDALE GARDENS LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company (the "Developer"), and amends and restates that certain Business Subsidy Agreement, dated November 7, 2011 (the "Original Agreement"),between the Authority and the Developer. RECITALS WHEREAS, pursuant to Minn. Stat. Section 469.176, subd. 4c, the Authority is authorized to spend available tax increment from any existing tax increment financing district, notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, to provide improvements, loans, interest rate subsidies, or assistance in any form to private development consisting of construction or substantial rehabilitation of buildings and ancillary facilities, if the following conditions exist: (i) such assistance will create or retain jobs in the State of Minnesota, including construction jobs; (ii) construction commences before July 1, 2012; (iii) the construction would not have commenced before that date without the assistance; (iv) the City Council approves a written spending plan (after a duly noticed public hearing) that specifically authorizes the HRA to take such actions; and (v) the tax increments authorized under the Spending Plan are spent by December 31, 2012; and WHEREAS, after a duly-noticed public hearing held on July 25, 2011, the Board of the Authority approved a spending plan (the "Spending Plan") which authorizes the Authority to expend current cash balances on hand from two tax increment districts pursuant to Minn. Stat. Section 469.176, subd. 4c; WHEREAS, on August 9, 2011,the City Council of the City of Richfield(the"City")held a duly noticed public hearing and approved the Spending Plan; and WHEREAS, the Developer requested assistance under the Spending Plan in the amount of $650,000 in order to finance the acquisition and redevelopment of the Lyndale Garden Center, 418787v2 JAE RC125-316 1 located at 6430-6400 Lyndale Avenue South in the City and legally described in the attached Exhibit A (the "Development Property"), and such redevelopment will include the remediation of environmental contaminants and the substantial rehabilitation of the existing building so that it is suitable for commercial use(the"Project"); and WHEREAS, the Authority has determined that the requested assistance may constitute a "business subsidy" within the meaning of Minnesota Statutes, Section 1161993 through 116J.995 (the"Business Subsidy Act"); and WHEREAS, the Authority has adopted criteria for awarding business subsidies in accordance with the Business Subsidy Act, and has determined that the assistance described in this Agreement is consistent with those criteria; and WHEREAS, on August 15, 2011, the Board of the Authority approved a Funding Agreement (the "Funding Agreement"), between the Authority and the Developer, which provides the terms and conditions for a grant to the Developer in the amount of$335,000 and a forgivable loan to the Developer in the amount of$315,000 to help finance a portion of the costs of the Project; and WHEREAS, on August 15, 2011, the Board of the Authority held a duly noticed public hearing and approved the Original Agreement as a subsidy agreement under the Business Subsidy Act; and WHEREAS, the Developer has proposed the Original Agreement be amended so that the scope of the Project includes both the acquisition and substantial rehabilitation of the Lyndale Garden Center (as described in the Funding Agreement), or in the alternative, the demolition of the Lyndale Garden Center and the construction of an approximately 30,000 square foot retail building which is expected to house a cooperative grocery store; and WHEREAS, as of the date of this Agreement, the Developer has not completed the Project and has not defaulted on any of its obligations under the Funding Agreement or the Original Agreement; and NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and the mutual obligations of the parties hereto, each of them does hereby covenant and agree with the other as follows: 1. General Terms. The parties agree and represent to each other as follows: (a) The subsidy provided by the Authority to the Developer consists of the grant provided under the Funding Agreement in the amount of$335,000 and the forgivable loan provided under the Funding Agreement in the amount of$315,000. (b) The public purpose of the subsidy is to promote the substantial rehabilitation of a blighted building located in the City or to provide for the demolition of the blighted building and the construction of a new building, encourage further redevelopment in the area of the Development Property, and to increase tax base within the City. 418787v2 JAE RC125-316 2 5/ a3 (c) The goals for the subsidy are to (i) secure completion of the Project; (ii) ensure that the Project is operated for at least five years as described in clause (f) below; and (iii) remedy the blight on the Development Property. (d) If the goals described in clause (c) are not met, the Developer must make the payments to the Authority described in Section 3 hereof. (e) The subsidy is needed because the costs of completing the Project are financially infeasible without public assistance. (f) The Developer must continue or cause to be continued operation of the Project as a commercial facility for at least five years after the Benefit Date. For purposes of this Section, "Benefit Date" means the earlier of (i) the date the improvements to the Development Property referred to herein as the Project are completed or (ii) the date a business occupies the Project. For purposes of this Section, the Project will be considered operated as a commercial facility as long as any portion of the Project is operated by the Developer or any permitted successors and assigns,or a tenant thereof, for commercial purposes. During any period when the Project is vacant and not operated for commercial purposes, the Project will not constitute a commercial facility; provided that the Project will be considered a commercial facility if Developer is using best efforts to lease the Project for commercial purposes. (g) The Developer must maintain commercially reasonable insurance coverage on the Project, including without limitation insurance against loss and/or damage to the Project and comprehensive general public liability insurance. The Developer agrees to notify the Authority immediately in the case of damage exceeding $100,000 in amount to, or destruction of, the Project or any portion thereof resulting from fire or other casualty. In such event the Developer will forthwith repair, reconstruct, and restore the Project to substantially the same or an improved condition or value as it existed prior to the event causing such damage and, to the extent necessary to accomplish such repair,reconstruction, and restoration,the Developer will apply the net proceeds of any insurance relating to such damage received by the Developer to the payment or reimbursement of the costs thereof. The Developer shall complete the repair, reconstruction and restoration of the Project, regardless of whether the net proceeds of insurance received by the Developer for such purposes are sufficient to pay for the same, provided that if Developer delivers evidence that such repair is financially infeasible or that the holder of any mortgage on the Project withholds consent to such repair, the Authority shall waive this requirement. Any net proceeds remaining after completion of such repairs, construction, and restoration shall be the property of the Developer. (h) The Developer does not have a parent corporation. (i) The Developer expects to receive the following financial assistance from other "grantors" as defined in the Business Subsidy Act, in connection with the Project: $850,000 from Hennepin County's Transit Oriented Loan Program; up to $3,000,000 in tax increment financing from the Authority; $100,000 from Metropolitan Council's Livable Communities Demonstration 418787v2 JAE RC125-316 3 LI Account Predevelopment Grant Program; and $38,100 from the Department of Employment and Economic Development for environmental investigation. 2. Job and Wage Goals. In accordance with Section 116J.994, subdivision 4, the Authority has determined after a public hearing that the creation or retention of jobs is not the goal of the business subsidy provided under this Agreement. Accordingly,the wage and job goals are set at zero. 3. Remedies. If the Developer fails to meet the goals described in Section 1(c), the Developer shall repay to the Authority upon written demand from the Authority(a)the total amount of the subsidy described in Section 1(a) hereof; and (b) interest on the amounts in clause (a) at the rate set forth in the Business Subsidy Act, accrued from the Benefit Date to the date of the default. If the Project is timely completed but the Developer fails to meet the five-year operation goal, the total subsidy to be repaid will be prorated by the portion of the five-year operation period elapsed as of the date of default. Developer agrees and understands that it may not receive a business subsidy from the Authority or any grantor(as defined in the Business Subsidy Act) for a period of five years from the date of the failure or until the Developer satisfies its repayment obligation under this Section, whichever occurs first. 4. Reports. Developer must submit to the Authority a written report regarding business subsidy goals and results by no later than March 1 of each year, commencing March 1, 2012 and continuing until the later of (a) the date the goals stated Section 1(c) are met; (b) 30 days after expiration of the five-year period described in Section 1(f) or (c) if the goals are not met, the date the subsidy is repaid in accordance with Section 3. The report must comply with Section 116J.994, subdivision 7 of the Business Subsidy Act. The Authority will provide information to the Developer regarding the required forms. If Developer fails to timely file any report required under this Section, the Authority will mail the Developer a warning within one week after the required filing date. If, after 14 days of the postmarked date of the warning, the Developer fails to provide a report,the Developer must pay to the Authority a penalty of$100 for each subsequent day until the report is filed. Failure by the Authority to deliver a timely warning notice will not relieve the Developer's obligation to pay a penalty within 14 days after receipt of a notice to pay. The maximum aggregate penalty payable under this Section is$1,000. 5. Relation to Funding Agreement. This Agreement supplements the Funding Agreement. In the event of any conflict between this Agreement and the Funding Agreement, this Agreement controls. 6. Potential Exception from Business Subsidy Act. The Project is a part of a larger multi-phased development for which the Developer is in the process of completing its development planning and financing plans. Pursuant to Section 1161993, subd. 3(17) of the Business Subsidy Act, assistance for redevelopment will not be considered a business subsidy when the recipient's investment in the purchase of the site and in site preparation (not including any costs reimbursed with tax increment or grants) is 70% or more of the assessor's current year's estimated market value. The Authority may in the future determine that the Developer has met this redevelopment 418787v2 JAE RC125-316 4 5�a exception to the Business Subsidy Act and may determine, in its sole discretion, to terminate this Agreement. 7. Notices and Demands. Except as otherwise expressly provided in this Agreement, a notice, demand, or other communication under the Agreement by either party to the other shall be sufficiently given or delivered it if is dispatched by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, or delivered personally: As to the Authority: ' Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority 6700 Portland Ave. Richfield,MN 55423 Attention: Executive Director With Copy to: Kennedy&Graven 470 U.S. Bank Plaza Minneapolis,MN 55402 Attention: Julie Eddington As to the Developer: Lyndale Gardens LLC 7661 Bush Lake Drive Bloomington,MN 55438 Attention: Colleen Carey or at such other address with respect to either such party as that party may, from time to time, designate in writing and forward to the other. 8. Counterparts. This Agreement may be simultaneously executed in any number of counterparts, all of which shall constitute one and the same instrument. (Remainder of Page Intentionally Left Blank.) 418787v2 JAE RC125-316 5 (4° IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the Authority and the Developer have caused this Amended and Restated Business Subsidy Agreement to be duly executed by their duly authorized representatives as of the date first above written. HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF RICHFIELD,MINNESOTA By Its Chairperson By Its Executive Director STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ) SS. COUNTY OF HENNEPIN ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of 2013, by Suzanne Sandahl, the Chair of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Richfield, Minnesota,on behalf of the Authority. Notary Public STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ) SS. COUNTY OF HENNEPIN ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of 2013, by Steven Devich, the Executive Director of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Richfield,Minnesota,on behalf of the Authority. Notary Public 418787v2 JAE RC125-316 S-1 S 1 Execution page of the Developer to the Amended and Restated Business Subsidy Agreement, dated as of the date and year first written above. LYNDALE GARDENS LLC By Its Chief Manager STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ) SS. COUNTY OF HENNEPIN ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of , 2013, by Colleen Carey, the Chief Manager of Lyndale Gardens LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company,on behalf of the company. Notary Public This document was drafted by: Kennedy&Graven, Chartered(JAE) 470 U.S. Bank Plaza 200 South Sixth Street Minneapolis,MN 55402 612-337-9300 418787v2 JAE RC125-316 S-2 EXHIBIT A DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION 418787v2 JAE RC125-316 A_1 Weis Builders, Inc. z-d,"I 7645 Lyndale Avenue South � Minneapolis, MN 55423 TEL 612.243.5000 FAX 612.243.5010 Building Relationships Since 1939 WEISBUILDERS.COM February 12,2013 Beth Pfeifer The Cornerstone Group builders 7661 Bush Lake Drive Bloomington,MN 55438 VIA EMAIL Email Re: Lyndale Garden Center Stabilization Richfield,MN Dear Beth, As the General Contractor for the project, Weis Builders certifies 26 jobs have been created on the Lyndale Garden Center Stabilization project.Below is a breakdown of the jobs created: 1 Project Manager/Supt. 2 Demo/Laborers 4 Carpenters 2 Roofers 1 Painter 2 Pipefitters 2 Electricians 6 Solar Installer 3 Surveyors 3 Environmental If you have any additional questions please let us know. Sincerely, Weis Builders, Inc. Chris Krieg Vice President Weis,Builders,Inc.is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer AGENDA ITEM#: 6 REPORT#: 27 salgaill STAFF REPORT RICHFIELD HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING MARCH 18, 2013 REPORT PREPARED BY: KAREN BARTON, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT DIRECTOR NAME,TITLE REPORT PRESENTER: KAREN BARTON, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT DIRECTOR E,TITLE ACTING DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR / , I■ , ..La REVIEW: ; 1 NI i , - ,W:WriPrr ,- L--- REVIEWED BY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: ITEM FOR HRA CONSIDERATION: Presentation and approval of the Lakes at Lyndale Connectivity Plan. I. RECOMMENDED ACTION: By Motion: Approval of the Lakes at Lyndale Connectivity Plan. I II. BACKGROUND The Lakes at Lyndale Area, considered to be the City's "downtown", is centered around the intersection of 66th Street and Lyndale Avenue. A redevelopment plan for the area was developed in the 1990's. Since that time, a number of significant developments have occurred, including City Bella apartments, Woodlake Centre, The Oaks on Pleasant apartments, The Pines apartments, and most recently Lyndale Station (LA Fitness), Lyndale Plaza apartments, Pizza Luce, and Lyndale Gardens. In addition to the significant redevelopment, the area is home to Richfield Lake, Woodlake Nature Center, several park areas (Little Bob's, City Bella, The Oaks/Pines sculpture gardens), as well as many pieces of sculpture throughout the area. When looking at the area as a whole, it is apparent that there is a lack of connectivity between the amenities. In an effort to maximize the use and enjoyment 03182013 Lakes at Lyndale Connectivity Plan of these amenities, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) contracted with the planning firm Short Elliot Hendrickson, Inc. (SEH) for the development of a master urban design plan to establish trail connections and improvements, as well as improving signage and creating place-making for all users of the area, including pedestrians, bicyclists, public transit, and motor vehicles. Over the past several months, SEH worked with HRA/City staff, policy makers, residents, businesses and other stakeholders to evaluate the existing conditions and proposed development opportunities, and vet potential concept ideas and recommendations prior to preparing the final Lakes at Lyndale Connectivity Plan. SEH staff will present the final plan to the HRA this evening. HRA staff is recommending the HRA approve the Lakes at Lyndale Connectivity Plan. Upon approval by the HRA and the City Council, HRA staff will begin strategizing for the implementation of the various components of the plan with HRA approval. III. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION A. POLICY • 2008 Richfield Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies: o Develop the Lakes at Lyndale area as a City Center o Establish a land use pattern and supporting infrastructure that creates a "walkable"environment o Providing quality parks and recreation areas and trails and walkways that connect the community o Recognizing the importance of the Lakes at Lyndale area as the community center for commerce. o Continue to develop and redevelop the Lakes at Lyndale area as a mixed-use center of living, commerce and recreation. B. CRITICAL TIMING ISSUES • Staff would like to begin implementation of certain aspects of the connectivity plan in conjunction with Lyndale Gardens beginning site development. C. FINANCIAL • The HRA budget does not currently provide for implementation of the Plan. • HRA staff applied for and received a $100,000 grant from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development for a transportation oriented development grant to make pedestrian improvements at the intersection of 64th Street and Lyndale Avenue. • Additional funding sources will have to be secured for on-going implementation. D. LEGAL • N/A IV. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S) • Do not approve the Lakes at Lyndale Connectivity Plan. V. ATTACHMENTS • Lakes at Lyndale Connectivity Plan. VI. PRINCIPAL PARTIES EXPECTED AT MEETING • Bob Kost and Ana Nelson from SEH rTh co o ' '" C all 4 0 2 ka *111111 up ' :::'' 411"' : It"..... it, 1...... ° 1 0 ! 1 a U IQ• ■. 4,1 iii - . ; ..,. •iiis Yw `, S .r = 11 Il.c •f, 1 ■■■111 ( Y i� r t F 1 } ' t ti 1 JP 't l's'it 4 .....,,, i,., : e , k,:\ ir;Iif- ...,1 i * , 1 ,7. ; 'r ¢ ,1 r aw•: r , A . 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'-.I ' . . . 4r5"1` 7 • ... . .,... • ,•,-• ..,., hor. -•:- . . , 4, ?.,,. , 1 i i. , • .., . •• .74 Zi:,.--,),•,-. , , ;14 _.c; ,.. . _....:,........ .. -...., - , .- , . ,.. a 0 CY --- 1, Z ' a Introduction Project Overview, Purpose and Methodology This report summarizes the planning recommendations to address the quality of the connectivity environment "Make the Lakes at Lyndale district Richfield's thriving urban center". at the Lakes at Lyndale area in Richfield.The plan was Provide more housing opportunities, upgrade commercial properties and offer greater enjoyment of the initiated by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority natural and recreational amenities of Wood Lake and Richfield Lake.Achievement will help ensure Richfield (HRA)and the Richfield Community Development remains the best place to live,work, learn and do business in the Twin Cities metro area. Department staff who have been responsible for the coordination and public engagement throughout the 2008 Richfield Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies: project process. • Develop the Lakes at Lyndale area as a City Center. The Lakes at Lyndale Area,centered around the intersection of 66th Street and Lyndale Avenue, •Establish a land use pattern and supporting infrastructure that creates a "walkable" environment is considered to be the City's"downtown".A redevelopment plan for the area was developed in • Provide quality parks and recreation areas and trails and walkways that connect the community. the 1990's.Since that time,a number of significant • Recognize the importance of the Lakes at Lyndale area as the community center for commerce. developments have occurred,including City Bella apartments,Woodlake Centre,The Oaks on Pleasant •Continue to develop and redevelop the Lakes at Lyndale area as a mixed-use center of living, apartments,The Pines apartments,and most recently commerce and recreation. Lyndale Station ( LA Fitness), Lyndale Plaza apartments, Pizza Luce,and the redevelopment of the former Project Methodology Lyndale Garden Center at 64th and Lyndale. The planning process that was developed for this project space,address accessibility,and possible roadway entailed the following steps: configurations that incorporate a multi-modal design In addition to the significant redevelopment,the area Inventory—Conduct base mapping,field investigations, approach. is home to Richfield Lake,Woodlake Nature Center, and photography;conduct a site tour with city staff, Factors considered as part of the Connectivity Plan: several park areas( Little Bob's,City Bella,The Oaks/ interested residents,and commission members;and Pines sculpture gardens),as well as many pieces of solicit public involvement. -Safety sculpture throughout the area. -Accessibility Become familiar with the site and it's surroundings. y The purpose of the Plan is to provide guidance for the Context Assessment and Analysis—Study the -Connectedness between Major Destinations connections and improvements through the lakes at inventory data to identify issues,concerns,physical -Destination Visibility Lyndale area to promote a more livable and thriving problems,current development plans and future traffic community. The Plan evaluated existing conditions Effective Area wide Wayfinding System Y g projections. along with proposed development opportunities. Wayfinding System—Development of wayfinding Project Principles—Development of a set of principles e na recommendations to define the purpose of the signage concept ideas of trail connection options and for the connectivity plan based upon Commission p p g g amenities for various users(i.e. pedestrians, bicyclists, system and destinations. members,City staff input and analysis assessment. public transit, motor vehicles,etc.)were considered. Implementation Plan—Propose a series of Connectivity Plan—Produce a series of alternative implementation strategies to realize the plan: The recommendations were vetted through public solutions to various problems or issues identified establishing priorities, phasing,funding,jurisdictional input and policy makers feedback prior to final approval during the analysis process. Resolve these alternatives responsibilities,etc. and adoption. into a cohesive conceptual plan. Define the pedestrian Page 6 - Connectivity Plan st itimejor _ i ; ! it , , • .. __.,_, a,• ..1...4 r t' " _ 1 0 fir t7 4 ' te ••_ ........_ ,...: ...i„....,;,1 F -', R� 1 ' + e ' # 1 - 3 ' '4M • *'asti t :17 „" , zs "�"''77 y r ul :II i a t y �� �f � <, J t , - -.. ..", 4: _ .4 f j �:. :.a 1 Ji, rt1 t .r., ,— j , .• 0 *r: i��I� ., t, i t / r1 ice' i 7 1 ; • If' I 1 I l ' I • ! + ✓ j tab c l 0 :✓ I{ t F �;. 1 at, i t ii r4 r='. a2d , . • + ,, P74Pft:h y .I ,.•f } ,4 ems` } .q �►• t�: r ... !! , �'�. .+y:` .. it � ±' •L.� > � •t ' N, Q =O tt()! ~ d ■ 1 !{ a O a P : .. F` O' Ilrrr liV, , •I"'' a s 1 i. 1 , r .,Al 'i v v PS 1.+' tr i4+ e" yf ,� { +r: : r T 1 tt t e\ 4 � Q O "F„,i t1 ' G f O U u .vt p O C Q.6 J r >; O Q, vim, n �' r ' a 1 1s ' ` b 4 t0., vv,, o O .y Q 1, l II v O cu 4- Q L ;Q r > �, Or h O -4 ,o U ,= G! v1 Or , a., s 3 �eJ e>< ›. a p 4, J :?. 4 CI O lo E will' i�,� 3$ Introduction The project kicked-off on November 1st,2012 with t' ,,- - Strengths: a walking tour of the study area. Fourteen people » I liked the fact that the curvilinear area attended,including the Mayor,City Council,City staff, ,':` - l.1` / , we walked deviated from the sterile grid HRA,Planning Commission,and Project Consultant —'—'. ~i"� pattern of streets that predominates members.The tour was conducted to begin the / . s ,., w -0r f Richfield. discussion about what the connectivity plan would / ' " I L. -' " ; !t » Walking or biking allows us to be more address. Below are the comments and observations , ? n ' ' ?i `; ' 11J N. ; aware of attractions or businesses that received: �i 4 _ _ ;; 2 would otherwise be passed by unnoticed. Weaknesses: ,;0 _ - `-- , » The mix of built and natural environment. » Richfield Lake is completely hidden. Better a 1 ' ,. - » New developments will bring new signage, better entryways to area needed. -„ �_ opportunities and vitality to the area. » Entry/location of the Nature Center should Various assets and amenities to connect/ be better highlighted -especially off of 66th )1`” link . Street.The little brown sign is not enough. » The close proximity of the sidewalks to the >' Remember 66th is one of only two E/W » High quality semi-public spaces exist within through streets in the city.There is no the study area. roadway diminished what could have financially reasonable way to improve been a more pleasant outdoor activity. » High volume of built-in users and residents crossings, and I don't believe the County live within the area. » Existing apartments lack connectivity to would permit another signal. Richfield Lake. » The residential setting provides many eyes Bike traffic should not be encouraged in the on public and semi-public spaces. » Better entrance needed at norh end of Sculpture garden. It will adversely impact Richfield Lake. the adjacent residents. » Existence and frequency of public transportation. >> Stairway does not feel public. Better » The path between City Bella and Wood connection to City Bella open space Lake Nature Center should have been needed. tunneled under Lake Shore Drive, but it's too » No good way for bikes/peds to get from late for that Wood Lake to Richfield Lake. „ y c Single uses-either going to a commercial Y f » Disappointed to see that the bike lane property for a specific need or going to their 1 ' ' = striping on Lyndale appears to have home. Not a lot of multi-use trips. X rat deteriorated. >> Single uses-either going to a commercial Y-..`-`v " `-, » The path around Richfield Lake is not wide property for a specific need or going to their �.-� #._., T enough for bicycles and pedestrians. I am home. Not a lot of multi-use trips. Q r _ going to presume that most walkers are » The three sectors don't lend themselves to - ,: ; seniors who walk with someone. I don't being connected for leisure/recreational 4 , think bikes should be permitted. purposes, and certainly not for bike trips. They should be options ABC rather than one. . - - r .I , «-j:;,' :.7% Page 8 - Connectivity Plan Introduction Site tour route is shown as the dashed red line Opportunities _ y, fp » Branding, signage seems to me the most ? " ,�-. . - --�- _ ��-. "� i<i (': i important piece. It not only encourages �- l''' , .� ;�j ►�, i.�. !It-'; i,. walking/biking, but also lets others know to o - AFH _ ' ,l 11 , t Begin&End at 1 ., expect walkers/bikers in the area Name the N Lyndale Gardens path, include mile markers and directional Development — 64th St . _. i.- - �J r r ,ri`I " `: 1 Lyndale Plaza._ : LL',, a i`,tmRi „�, signs. ti:'' * Apartments rat„ : . C ,nr : I » Walkways/routes into out of and through _ _ - t ''.- '_ ,M a the area should be both identified and e`N� t , )�" $ t i ,j N. - !nth personalized by being named. 4:;. 0,` 1 .- @ wt ,» Integrate Little Bob's Park into the "loop". » Too often we stick to our vehicles not I • realizing how convenient it could be to walk r ,� bs,n St or bike from stop to stop. .r, >♦. Lyndale » Hopefully the City Bella and the Kirchner - -. Station _ Sculpture garden areas will be featured as 'Development_ - amenities in the Lakes at Lyndale plan. >,,,.' .. - E , Rainbow • Could Rae Dr. have a Parkway feel? - - 65th , - o �., __ = Foods » Major gateway is needed for Richfield Lake o at one of the south entry locations. �* Pizza 1 a !_ _-_ •.. .__ Luce >I 66m St 1 » Remember that housing is being proposed 66thst 4 ',• -.-�--45ailway for the current N/NW Lyndale Garden '' "--- " i parking lot. Seems to me access should be city Bella 1 close to the building rather than the routes r we took. '� �♦ ♦/ t 1 p = Academy _ �% , :Caribou __ „. - 1 Scui tore - of Holy » Are there places for picnic tables? � Coffee 1`Gaeri - Angels -4.» Little Bob's park is effectively screened 1 ,� 1 = - .. �I ti r.. a i from the north side, and I think that was on fi.. purpose to keep resident privacy. Don't put �`� / Little a path there. 4 h 7.- Bob's Wood Lake o Park _ » What are City Bella's expectations re: the Nature Center public using their plaza? » More restaurants, more housing and public = -• parking (including on-street parking) Wood Lake = --- Connectivity Plan - Page 9 $ 1 •, . ' 1 - Hu,-:1 a II V .110"- -.1 iit lift: 7 .Iv' L-1") If it:,,‘ W MIN ,.146.17,....-..x.„ , / / 'i 441 p . _ _ -, i , . Y ..,. .. . ,. z l; a � �V I • ' 'a.1 glisziiii .....--ilit, 41144k A- .. P w�r... V. . N. CffilolPftriliff.ri. ."4`0,,00k- . 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Area Sculpture Garden . ' &, » Market Plaza =- ' K„-'' 1/2 mile- 10 minute walk ' - - i ' •,'/ V The Lakes at Lyndale study area sits at a critical ,, , a Lyndale Field = connective point between the surrounding Ix -. ,,, * `r',,4 - ,,,%f„ r neighborhoods. In addition to these more local area » Richfield History Center �` 1� ;• �-, • connections,the Lakes at Lyndale area is also at a » St Peters Catholic Church "- �� , + t►t •crucial juncture of Interstate 35 W and Highway 62. This a Academy of Holy Angels 41 4 t I ' 1111111 1_ 1 'I ' LITTLE E3OE3S ', location provides quick vehicluar access to Downtown a Richfield Hub Shopping Center I: U h - Minneapolis via 15 minute drive on Hwy-62,and to the The Shoppes on Nicollet Shopping Center major regional landmark of the Mall of America via a 10 .,,;,,,fr^'-- minute drive on 1-35. 3/4 mile - 15 minute walk "fir a Monroe Field - » Richfield High School Little Bob's Park On a more local level,the Lakes at Lyndale area is within g / +o� walking distance of a number of local area amenities. a Augsburg Park t' ,:,,*,.d From the center of the site area,at juncture the of » Nicollet Park 1 t , - 4! Lyndale Avenue South and 66th Streen West,walking „ Richfield Community Center iI/ 'i 41„.A.,,:::Ni , distances of a 1/4 mile, 1/2 mile,3/4 mile,and 1 mile y i �i ` " ! were established as benchmarks. A breakdown of the II a i' f ' - y 1 mile - 20 minute walk i f f h.:., local area amenities within each zone was collected and » Madison Park is as follows: a Fairwood Park l r » Augsburg Park Library � _�:, ,�•.:._ -_ • .• __ .. a Richfield Municipal Center a VeteransMemorial Park a Adventure Gardens Miniature Golf Wood Lake Nature Center » Richfield Art Center » Richfield Ice Arena a Richfield Pool Connectivity Plan - Page 13 Study Area Assessment LEGEND E- = ini:41 CROSSWALK ,1 it il ‘E/all COUNTDOWN J. Y AVE STOPLIGHT I., - > AVE 5 , .....,.0.0 511,...•0. OA.. . ..0 ,AtotILAIP.,. i = = = . ••., = RAILWAY °Sr.. ■ •' el; ANNUAL AVERAGE • ie.,•• •■o 5900/8100 DAILY TRAFFIC r r ,•bb ‘ (AADT)(Year 2012/ • , N Year 20301 Ito' s* ...Z. CDNIM EXPRESS BUS 41/,' - E. ROUTE-558 At, •o' 'ss,,... ■110== HI-FREQUENCY BUS RICHFIELD LAKE 3.11,9% itttik ROUTE-515 ■..., 1 service every 15 min,or better E. on weekdays 6am-7pm&Sat. v E 9am-6pm ::. vm,...., LOCAL BUS ....,■■ ROUTE-18 i ., , '• ...We, LOCAL BUS I.ot■Hero• .4 ROUTE-4 , .. .. vongie. ; 1 F-- NEW/FUTURE -. '• 7-1 DEVELOPMENTS ,, .... , PUBLIC PARK/ OPEN SPACE . .--",.0.,■,,,„... PISA -1-., SEMI-PUBLIC/ tl, •,,, ....s, s,'', i .7.- PRIVATE OPEN ' . 4 p , = = SPACE =:''''.9 E.- . ! _ .City of Richfield Comprehensive Plan. - 2030 Traffic Forecasts 515 mscon6sou It) L.AKE.SHORE LA-' '{ 1 •Immo. ,C500,,rann 131.,•- tBNYV2s,,,, • _ 558 a a (1,-..- - - =- ••42SEXISTAY ' . .:.,. . - , ---?_ _ - • i • = - , = . . •, . . • - U = ., .. .,,,tiob■-._ t E-- WOOD LAKE 7 I.- = Page 14 - Connectivity Plan Study Area Assessment Transportatior There are a variety of transportation options within the traffic collectors with the heaviest use within the area. "'IL d. study area. In addition to vehicular transportation,a ;; : )' I'i i Y p Bicyclists and pedestrians feel unsafe and intimidated at f;;;1, number of public mass transit options exist. street intersections and pedestrian crossings. !!'L`! Lyndale Avenue offers access to three different bus Traffic lane widths for most streets are too wide making i> 7[`�'t 1..; ,.' yk , ' routes. Express bus route 558 runs the length of Lyndale —2--f p � Y pedestrian and bike crossing lengths much longer and - ,. r ■ � � l Ave in the study area,local bus route 4 also runs the dangerous. ' r_ x us%N L: length of Lyndale Ave in the study area,and local bus s,. _.a It ' 1 7 ; I: Study Area Assessment Bicycle, Pedestrian, Trails, Parks and Open Space Bycicle routes,pedestrian routes,and trails also Bicycle » Richfield Lake Park play an important role in the connectivity of the » Existing designated on-street bike lanes _f' Lakes at Lyndale study area. An analysis of existing on Lyndale Ave from the north of the site » Wood Lake Nature Center pedestrian &bike transportation options,along with continuing south to 64th St, as well as along » Little Bob's Park opportunities for future routes was conducted and the the southern portion of Lake Shore Drive. » Corner lot open space at 66th St & Lake findings are as follows: » The City of Richfield's Bike Master Shore Drive Pedestrian Plan, adopted in June 2012,provides » Green Space City Bella and the Villa on » Public sidewalks exist along the majority of recommendation that a preferred future Lake Shore Drive the public right of way's in the area. trail route would run north and south along the existing railway.» Most existing sidewalks widths are g y' >> Sculpture Garden between The Pines and Oaks on Pleasant appropriate and fulfill ADA requirements. » Preferred future on-street bike routes would There are segments of sidewalk along run the remainder of Lyndale Ave, along » New waterfront open space at the future Lakeshore drive and on the east side 65th Ave, along 66th Ave from Emerson Lyndale Gardens Development of Lyndale Ave.that have connection Drive to Lake Shore Drive, as well as on The existing public and semi-public amenities provide conflicts and widths are not sufficient. Emerson Ave, Lake Shore Drive and Mildred valuable open space for residents and visitors.The lack » The signaling at pedestrian crossing Drive adjacent to Richfield Lake Park. of visibility and proper signage is certainly a problem. areas is varied; some exist with crosswalk >> An alternative on-street bike route along Having a distinctive directional signage and gateway countdown, and others without. 66th St to the west was also identified. features would provide a better sense of arrival for the amenities would address disorientation issues,provide >> Existing off-street trails are located within Open spaces and park areas were also identified as an improved welcoming environment and could also Richfield Lake Park and Woodlake area they often serve as destination points and nodes for feature interpretive or informational opportunities connecting to adjacent residential streets movement. 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Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations Connectivity Plan Categories _ The pedestrian connectivity plan is organized into Improvements address all elements of the roadway three(3) major proposal categories.These categories section; road, medians,on-street parking, bikeways, n .k; represent the majority of items for improving the sidewalks,and plantings,as well as critical amenity _ .t ® "`! connectivity environment in the area.The categories locations to promote pedestrian activity and locations D ,, are for programmable events. —i 'k . The creation of the connectivity plan led to the rn —_.� _ .-„4.._,. - ,. A.Safety and Accessibility Strategies formulation of 5 principles essential to improve the•W r ..�,_•_ •, 'A4 = . '- B. Multi-modal Strategies connectivity in the Lakes at Lyndale area district: ' C.Streetscape and Amenity Strategies A. Safety and Accessibility Strategies Connectivity Principles The pedestrian system is critically tied to other modes of transportation.The safety and accessibility •Know the users and know their destinations. ,•.1�'-Hy'.. .._ Plan connectivity facilities for all modes of i-_ ____ recommendations provide direction for addressing transportation by all people regardless of r • _ sidewalk areas and street crossings to better conform mobility and access needs - _ to accepted standards for handicapped accessibility in Ff the Lakes at Lyndale area.The accessibility aspect of •Put pedestrians first. Prioritize emphasizing , the plan emphasizes the need to up-grade the sidewalk a pleasant and safe walking environment. system in the area to meet the national standards Fill-in trail and sidewalk gaps with safer .-1---,.._—, wherever possible. crossings at both signalized and uncontrolled �ai r . ��� r intersections. /;.`∎,i.,�..►�+"� -_-_ r= 1-:— -- B. Multi-modal Strategies 1���sg��` Connect all the dots. Create door to door, ,-�r.�—w+•�.���`` �v����P� •The multi-modal modal strategies are comprised of vehicular, destination to destination connections. �.�I- ��11_l` •`116.- transit,and bicycle recommendations.The strategies Clearly identify destinations,routes, directions, propose alternative reconfigurations to the street -_-- and distance with a multifaceted wayfinding . system in the area in order to accommodate all modes system. ri it; '; - of transportation into a more cohesive system.The • I .. - bicycle routes that are proposed in Richfield's Bicycle •Identify and highlight the places. Create t i and Pedestrian Master Plan are recommended with a sense of place. Work on emphasizing "r ' ' - •• additional off-street connections for safer alternative existing assets, make them visible, noticeable, - I ._ 1 - routes. Relevant roadway improvements are also and consider interpretation components as - --- recommended. applicable. • - - "`_ .i_ •Anticipate change and plan for flexibility. Pfij ,. r C. Streetscape and Amenity Strategies Think holistically for the long-term. Broaden .A/ 4"'"i 9 1,44. C. Streetscape and amenity strategies propose the vision for future opportunities. 0 , � 1- improvements to the roadway corridors to promote a a:T.,_ t more pedestrian oriented friendly atmosphere in each. Page 20 - Connectivity Plan Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations A well-planned connectivity plan must have a strong walk using curb extensions or "bump-outs". » Depending on location, 3 categories of � '. t`„ interrelationship with the roadway and transit system >> transit enhancements are recommended: * I . Create mid crossing "safe zones" by 4i; in order to be successful.The roadway system must 1. Transit hubs with bus shelter, bike, ,F,„ installing landscaped medians/pedestrian pedestrian , be designed to provide safe and efficient access to the and signage amenities !�' ' .7g refuge zones with proper signal systems. ∎ ) w4 various destinations.The roadway must also function > 2. Transit stop with pedestrian, bike and signage l':' `'.;(# per required capacity while at the same time provide Promote slower traffic speeds in pedestrian ,; areas. amenities ! , pedestrian safety at crossings. 3. Transit stop with pedestrian amenities The connectivity plan shown on the following » Provide drivers with clear lines of sight Y p g page ., i!' to pedestrian crosswalks and adjoining » Seating areas at transit and intersection l ,1 points out to the areas of opportunity looking at locations ''' '' completing trail and sidewalk connections, bike route sidewalks. improvements,transit stop enhancements,pedestrian » Improve nighttime safety and security.This » Proper pedestrian protection at crosswalks !l,; { safety techniques and crosswalk improvements, can be addressed by increasing pedestrian- (i.e. refuge areas in medians, bollards, etc.) " . potential art location opportunities,and wayfinding and scale lighting along sidewalks where » Pedestrian scale lighting with neighborhood signage recommendations which are addressed in the feasible. common theme following chapter. » Remove physical barriers to pedestrian » Signal master arms at intersections Also shown are the individual improvements called mobility—particularly for visually or mobility » Coordinated street, informational and out throughout the connectivity plan.There are 19 impaired pedestrians. directional signage proposed improvements listed which are prioritized in » Provide a uniform surface upon which to the implementation chapter. Coordinated information kiosks at proper p p walk or roll with a slope not to exceed 5% locations The goal of the connectivity plan is to create safer street along it's length. environments for all users. » » Pedestrian 'bump-outs' at intersection and Sidewalks with a longitudinal slope greater mid-block pedestrian crossing locations Pedestrian safety can be improved at street crossings by than 5%are classified as ramps. were feasible employing a combination of the following techniques: » The maximum slope of a ramp is 8.33% • Replace worn or faded pavement markings for duration of 30 linear feet. In many Corner crossing design for handicapped at crosswalks with contrasting paving circumstances ramps must have handrails. accessibility materials at key pedestrian crossings that » Highly visible crosswalks y p g » Avoid steep cross-slopes on sidewalks signal to drivers that they are entering a high » Median safe zones where possible pedestrian traffic area. Specific recommendations to the typical street,sidewalk and park/amenity space,where practical include: » Family of site furnishings: benches, trash • Improve pedestrian crosswalk signal cans, planters, etc. mechanisms. Strive to adjust timings so as » A minimum 7 feet in width for street to reduce pedestrian wait time. Provide sidewalks, 10' min.width for off-street bike Coordinated gateway to mark the adequate time at signaled crosswalks for trails beginning of the district zone visually or mobility impaired persons to cross » High quality paving » Redesign of the area should minimize steep slope conditions, pedestrian obstacles, trip safely. Add audio cues for visually impaired » 6' minimum green boulevards were feasible hazards, and accessibility barriers. pedestrians. » Shade trees with proper spacing without • Decrease the distance pedestrians must blocking visibility Connectivity Plan - Page 2 Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations LEGEND EXISTING CONNECTIONS: - -. - - Bicycle Route • - _ `z - - Pedestrian Route r-.1-. _ _ ` ♦"'� o �+. �: 2.7741:2. ' .nHn L ♦♦ 61-0.- ♦. `., F. n ADA Route . 7---- N/%ti‘• �' 1 y� pp ,. Semi Public �' \ `2�y t��( .Wt ti , D PROPOSED CONNECTIONS: Y t . nil --i '4f.t.° ''''''' \ . . Bicycle Route Pedestrian Route -- .i'. . CA) ADA Route . , `.. r�... ",\z. Semi-Public 35Y.' , '! t �‘`: _ssi II CROSSING ii �� --- IMPROVEMENT it ..�∎■`,°,„,, - d e�\ OPPORTUNITY _- E- Imo. E • s`∎ wawna A , y�PEDESTRIAN SIGNAL :I; _. `d �• Pk. OPPORTUNITY ,1 ,y 11� eTRANSIT SHELTER/HUB L: I. -I. TRANSIT STOP WITH :: 4" PED/BIKE AMENITIES --s: / r- • •BUS STOP WITH ti _ /1, '4. _ Aprn.m+ y �( .1 fI .._T 'S'B ,, °Qu LYrvDA:E AVE S I /� p_.,• AMENITIES .. / i, mea.r'.,to v.,,o. w MINIMAL PEDESTRIAN rr �<o N'WC�OtAY.E Da / ART OPPORTUNITY �'—N it ,,4ti ? Y.v . __ : , F/ _ ° / , _,, •–_ —, wee �� �� A \1/4) • I If tI 1 ""—�IT i k . I f Page 22 - Connectivity Plan Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations - 0 New bicycle/pedestrian connection w between Lyndale Ave&Richfield Lake %=O=n' '" 14µ •--..i. ti Provide bicycle route on east side of 4 - 1 o ' ------ © Richfield Lake 1.-11,(.o . sift ' .,� L. •• ••. : = Provide pedestrian&visual connection ." ' �� 7.------NNN.N.C 0wr" 'O 4 '''iEa F` _ - between Lyndale Ave and Richfield CO 'y, ...''';..41,..:4L,•• .• Lake __--.-..- l: 6,1H 5i 5V J•' Cld ' ; ��1 \` Improve corsswalk of 64th St&Lyndale W 1-*/ •♦4 4. Ave F. mkNw L '.; :`w :'' 0 New bicycle/pedestrian connection Q �= '� , ���+ around Richfield Lake through Mildred :;'v �s•� .- �4 Dr/Emerson Ave connecting to 66th St M U %`.• i •. . Improve intersection at Emerson Ave •:�: .%��: x' "` &66th St ' m,✓.� `,.,' �+',1 0 Improve pedestrian connection to•;� .` , " i Richfield Lake from 65th St \ • ; Nn� �% 0 New pedestrian/bicycle connection �•• w k► between Richfield Lake&Wood Lake •• f O Improvements to pedestrian crossings • • - I')jr 4 " 0, Pedestrian connections from West 65th • 0 _ '....^.*: apartments to Richfield Lake path -_ ' / 0 °`- " New pedestrian crossing with signal 'y . counter �` Q 'i It Improvement to pedestrian crossing c „^ --.a New p edestrian crossing with signal „ ...-.:... counter p 9. Ina'-'----rj �* ~ .... d 1. co Improvement to pedestrian crossin ® •m� . ) "> ..... New pedestrian crossing with signal Ni— /` � counter Ns l "f e o Improved connections to Sculpture Garden 0 New pedestrian/ADA route to connect to and around Little Bob's Park ill . __ -- _ Connectivity Plan - Page 23 Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations Connectivity Recommendations O New bicycle/pedestrian connection between 0 Improve intersection at Emerson Ave&66th St • New pedestrian crossing with signal counter Lyndale Ave&Richfield Lake With the proposed bike route and pedestrian Mid-block crossing through 66th St. between A new off-street pedestrian and bicycle route connection through Emerson Avenue,crosswalk Lakeshore Drive and Lyndale Avenue should through the Lyndale Gardens site connecting improvements may be necessary.Adding a be a priority.Currently residents and visitors Lyndale Avenue to Richfield Lake entry point. pedestrian traffic light and special crosswalk cross at this location without any traffic calming markings should be considered. techniques.Traffic calming techniques such 0 Provide bicycle route on east side of Richfield O Improve pedestrian connection to Richfield as Hawk signal,special crosswalk marking, Lake Lake from 65th St pedestrian protection,and median refuge may be In addition to providing pedestrian connections on The purpose of this improvement is to make the necessary. the west side of the Lyndale Gardens site,a bike south entry point to Richfield Lake accessible and route should also be considered connecting to the visible to park users and visitors.Complying with Improvement to pedestrian crossing at Lyndale existing Richfield Lake path. ADA standards and proper signage should be a ® Ave.and 65th St. priority. With the proposed bike route and pedestrian O Provide pedestrian&visual connection New pedestrian/bicycle connection between connection through 65th Street,crosswalk between Lyndale Ave and Richfield Lake 0 Richfield Lake&Wood Lake improvements may be necessary.Adding special New development at Lyndale Gardens site will Improvements to accommodate an off-street bike crosswalk markings and pedestrian protection, need a pedestrian connection easily accessed route that connects to Richfield Lake through a such as bollards,should be considered. and visible from Lyndale Avenue.Additional segment of Lakeshore Drive should be considered. wayfinding signage is recommended. This will allow for a safer and friendlier Improve pedestrian crossing with signal connection.The off-street route should consider ® counter(this improvement received the most O Improve crosswalk of 64th St&Lyndale Ave accommodating on-street parking as needed. dislikes at the open house) New pedestrian signal with special crosswalk With the proposed off-street bike route markings are recommended for this intersection. 0 Improvements to pedestrian crossing at Lakeshore Drive and 66th St. connection through Lyndale Avenue,crosswalk The pedestrian traffic and demand will increase improvements to the existing mid-block crossing Following recommendations to accommodate between 65th and 66th streets may both new developments at Lyndale Avenue y be necessary. an off-street bike route through Lakeshore Drive and 64th St. Making adjustments to the existing Adding a pedestrain traffic signal,special connecting to 66th St.should consider amending crosswalk markings to serve as a pedestrian refuge might be gs and pedestrian protection, necessary. the existing intersection with improved crossing such as bollards,should be considered. techniques.Adding special crosswalk markings New bicycle/pedestrian connection around and pedestrian protection,such as bollards, © Richfield Lake through Mildred Dr/Emerson Ave should be considered. 0 Improvement to pedestrian crossing at 66th connecting to 66th St 0 Pedestrian connections from West 65th and Lyndale Following recommendations to establish an on- apartments to Richfield Lake path With the proposed off-street bike route through street bike route through Emerson Ave connecting Better pedestrian connection from the West 65th Lyndale Avenue,crosswalk improvements may be to 66th St.should be provided.An additional apartments to the existing Richfield Lake path necessary.Adding special crosswalk markings and should be considered.The existing topography pedestrian protection,such as bollards,should be pedestrian connection following the same route is considered. recommended. may require a ramp connection to make it ADA compliant. 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' , o a VIII I, , �► - o flhini !!*1 wo Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations Lyndale Avenue at W 66th Street Existing Section Existing Street Section: 1: The existing street section of Lyndale Avenue at West 66th Street shows an area largely dominated by vehicular traffic. Small pedestrian sidewalks are • • • • • bordered on one side by heavy traffic and on the other by parking lots. ■ 9' 9' 13' 12' 11' 5' 12' 13' 10' 8' • • parking lot blvd sidewalk travel lane travel lane turn lane median travel lane travel lane bus pull-out sidewalk parking lot 66' Proposed Section on-street on-street wayfinding ' ,r bike lane reduce lane widths reduce lane widths bike lane signage ■ ■ A' A9' 9' 5' 11' 11' 11' 6' 11' 11' 5' 10' 8' • • • • • • • • • • parking lot blvd sidewalk bike lane travel lane travel lane turn lane median travel lane travel lane bike bus pull-out sidewalk future bldg 71, lane Proposed Street Improvements Section: The proposed street section shows a number of improvements to the area. Reduced lane widths for traffic lanes allow the addition of a bike lane in either direction,as well an added foot of space on the median to allow for a better space for pedestrians to stop to look for traffic while crossing the street. Page 28 - Connectivity Plan Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations Proposed Street Improvements Plan: T 4 t , he plan above shows how the improvements to 4- t 1- 4 Lyndale Avenue would be laid out. Also note the new / / , / r i development to the southeast of Lyndale acting as an M anchor point and providing additional sidewalk space DC W for pedestrians. / / / � I- d al a a / / / / . Li / / / 4 ., / / / At / / / V 1/1 / / V � / / / 1 / 311 t' 1 1 ill i / i / r./ Median Sidewalks Bike Lanes Boulevard rig Bus Turn Out Lane Connectivity Plan - Page 29 Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations W 66th St at Lyndale Ave Existing Section Existing Street Section: The existing street section of West 66th Street at II Lyndale Avenue shows an area largely dominated by vehicular traffic. Pedestrian sidewalks are bordered on one side by heavy traffic,and there is no designated space for bikes. , v 2 14' 10' 13.5' _ 13.5' 12' 6' 13.5' 13.5' 7' 12' • • • — • • • • • bldg sidewalk bus pull-out travel lane travel lane turn lane median travel lane travel lane sidewalk blvd parking lot • 72' Proposed Section on-street ped wayfinding ped signal on-street bike lane reduce lane widths reduce lane widths bike lane signal signage I 1 • -. .. ' B rt. . MI B' 14' 10' 5' 11' _ 11' 11' 7' 11' 11' 5' 7' 12' bldg • •sidewalk • bus pull-out bike travel lane travel lane • turn lane pedestrian travel lane • travel lane • bike sidewalk• blvd • parking lot lane refuge lane 68' Proposed Street Improvements Section: The proposed street section shows a number of improvements to the area. Reduced lane widths for traffic lanes allow the addition of a bike lane in either direction,as well an added foot of space on the median to allow for the creation of a pedestrian refuge. Wayfinding signage and pedestrian crossing signals have been added to improve awareness and connectivity in the area. Page 30 - Connectivity Plan Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations Proposed Street Improvements Plan: The plan above shows how the improvements to West 66th Street would be laid out. CC W _WNW ,NRIPINIIMMMI_ H I 4-- m Median Sidewalks � "'t Bike Lanes Boulevard rBus Turn Out Lane Connectivity Plan - Page 31 Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations Lyndale Ave at W 64th St Existing Section : n Existing Street Section: = D The existing street section of Lyndale Avenue at West 64th Street shows an area largely dominated by vehicular traffic. Pedestrian sidewalks are 73 _ " bordered on one side by heavy traffic,and there is W no designated space for bikes. - 111 6' 13' 13' 4' 13.5' 13.5' 5' blvd • sidewalk travel lane • travel lane medi n• travel •lane • travel lane sidewalk blvd 57' Proposed Section wayfinding add bike lane reduce lane widths reduce lane widths add bike lane ' ,--j--1. irj--1 . .. Proposed Street Improvements Section: The proposed street section shows a number of , improvements to the area. Reduced lane widths • for traffic lanes allow the addition of a bike lane tin either direction. Wayfinding signage has been added to improve awareness and connectivity in . the area. C El MIME C7 6' 5' 11' 11' 3' 11' 11' • 5' 5' • • • • • • • blvd sidewalk bike travel lane travel lane median travel lane travel lane bike side- blvd lane lane walk 57' Page 32 - Connectivity Plan Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations Proposed Street Improvements Plan: The plan above shows how the improvements 1 to Lyndale Avenue would be laid out • ' C II i ii C' I t 0 aI4 t 1 t I\ 1 II 1 1 1 1 , X Median Sidewalks _,.�, Bike Lanes Boulevard Connectivity Plan - Page 33 Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations Lake Shore Dr b/w W 66th St&W 65th St Existing Section Existing Street Section: The existing street section of Lake Shore Drive between West 66th Street and West 64th Street shows an area largely dominated by vehicular traffic and parking n ' f areas. Pedestrian sidewalks are bordered on one side T. by parking and traffic lanes,and there is no designated D space for bikes. -1 . ' rn 72 04 7' 9' 12.5' 12.5' 9' 7' • blvd .sidewalk parking • travel lane ° travel lane parking sidewalk° bldg 43' Proposed Section separate bike lane reduce lane widths parking Proposed Street Improvements Section: amt n The proposed street section shows a number of .,`'� improvements to the area. A slight reduction in traffic lane widths,coupled with the transitional use of one , . .•• , ., t I. .... . - - lane of parking,allows for a two-way,separated bike lane. Wayfinding signage and has been added to D _-_ D improve awareness and connectivity in the area. 7' 11' 13' 11' 9' 7' blvd •sidewalk. separated travel lane travel lane parking �sidewalk• bldg bike lane 24' • Page 34 - Connectivity Plan Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations Proposed Street Improvements Plan: The plan above shows how the improvements to Lake Shore Drive would be laid out. / i ti / l j CO LU d Q 2 U s . 11101/ 1/ r D, 4,'f I i i ai Bike Lanes Sidewalks Boulevard ilk Connectivity Plan - Page 35 Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations Lake Shore Dr at Wood Lake Nature Center Existing Section : ' i # i Existing Street Section: • The existing street section of Lake Shore • S '• Drive at the Wood Lake Nature Center n .. ' ' shows an area largely dominated by 44 t. vehicular traffic. Yet this street does provide .. 171 a small bit of bike infrastructure in the form XI of shoulder bike lanes. Pedestrian sidewalks Co.) are bordered on one side by traffic and bike ,......--,.._ - lanes. 6' 5' 13' 8' 13' 5' 6' 6' • • • • • • • blvd sidewalk shldr/ travel lane median travel lane shldr/ veg sidewalk vegetated area Wood Lake bike lane bike lane blvd Nature Center 44' Villa/Gramarcy Proposed Section �, iy' separate bike wayhnding ac lane/signage reduce lane widths signage `k • • . Proposed Street Improvements Sec- . . Lion: The proposed street section shows a b number of improvements to the area. A —''' slight reduction in the median width, t coupled with the transitional use of the shoulder bike lanes,allows for a two-way, separated bike lane above the grade of C' the street while also allowing for another E ._ ■. G foot of travel lane width in both directions. 6' 10' 14' 6' 14' 6' 6' Wayfinding signage and has been added to • • • • • • blvd sidewalk separated travel lane median • travel lane veg sidewalk vegetated area improve awareness and connectivity in the bike lane blvd area. 34' Page 36 - Connectivity Plan Connectivity Plan, Opportunities & Recommendations Proposed Street Improvements Plan: The plan above shows how the improvements to Lake M Shore Drive would be laid out. Ce W N d U lov N. Nit Median Sidewalks Bike Lanes Boulevard Connectivity Plan - Page 37 ijiJ .v, S " w �J= 0 a- J LLI WA- •)0 a) O o C : ••. v ■ J 0 0 It .k6 • ■• .k... ivi , II I ' ■ ■ I I 4 I r. ■ r 4 • 0 W Z m 0 O < i co co Wayfinding Wayfinding The Wayfinding strategies will provide a means for residents and visitors of the Lakes at Lyndale Directional/Wayfinding appropriate approach to directional and wayfinding Directional/wayfinding signs provide a central element signage should consider identifying distinctive routes area to easily find their way around the district and to display district or neighborhood information, with its destination.This will provide a sense of direction conveniently locate their respective destinations.The including the area's name, neighborhood map,and list to visitors and residents leading them to reach their wayfinding strategies propose directional and location of destinations(primary cultural institutions, historical destination. signage programs for the Lakes at Lyndale area. buildings,and sites of significance). Street signage Another purpose of signage is to provide an overall They should have a distinct and coordinated design Enhanced street signage incorporated as part of image of the district,mark edges or entry points,and in keeping with the character of the surrounding the hierarchy of the signage family, provides a more give information about the neighborhood in general. neighborhood or district.Well designed directional signs cohesive district character. The proposed signage system includes a hierarchy can help create a clear identity for a neighborhood.An of types,from most prominent and central,to least prominent and more common.A hierarchy of signage I .,,„ i includes: l P r.Gateway markers (neighborhood �" IBM • or district entry elements) 19 4 • Interpretive signs a '— • Z,/. r _ -__„___-_,,, l' • Directional/wayfinding signs 1-o-. �;F J » Standard street and transit signs -, :• Gateway + ". w Gateways are markers or monuments located at the }: , entrance to a district or neighborhood to announce — � ` c t of he entry to a particular area,or a transition from one area to the next. - BOERUN Gateways may be a literal gateway, markers on either ' side of a street,a singular large sculptural or iconic ,,.' '.. �� at... ; R•rtea- +, element,or even a unique landscape feature or plaza. G°° --. ' ' They are generally more artistic or sculptural,and less i. ��,._.r ,� boi V literal or functional than other types of signage. s – ' E •r � . '� •` s ��> + Interpretive _ #` If Interpretive signs give _ r— `' p e s g s g e historical,cultural, natural or --., a r e architectural information about their particular locale. '. �_ - �?__ They may be part of a historic trail that identify a ^� particular site where an important event occurred,or ..�•. � -- '� ' "?'1!� a. , Ai r� describe other aspects of a neighborhood's past or ... a. ly E,. - present. Brage a.' rte,. .= '. ,Ow*.an4 o i, s.•is :.:.. Page 40 - Connectivity Plan Wayfinding Connections, Routes, & Orientation Null eth LEGEND 4 . ,lr.=.1.1. EXISTING CONNECTIONS: „Ir ,I — ....-.,,„:1•Xtri;1,1: _ _ _____ — 'Cr Bicycle Route ./. ,..„. / ''',2.6„....... kl w' • , .... 0 ag _......_ - Pedestrian Route LLI 1-... — ADA Route Itt e ■.. ...-" ...... ... Semi-Public (.) dr.- v PROPOSED CONNECTIONS: 0 .,„........„.„ .\ , 0 \cce . . • Bicycle Route ..‘ t., ri ..",i• ,,,,"-'.....,, \. ' I Pedestrian Route 0 , ',7.1,: 0.4. • ---------- pt----r..---1-7---. . .„... - ADA Route I: _ • w.r.ays .i tAFIenns ; f.., ., 0 d 1 'I *1.0 , ' „.....e ,,.. ' 4, -....„,, Semi-Public 0 PRIMARY POINT / IDENTIFICATION 0 ' -----.-------------- ' ..--,-, tl._ Oirli) 0 _ OF ARRIVAL 0 SECONDARY POINT -"V,I,Olitlk ' - _ .. . ORIENTATION ______ —___ ^.1., ,:--..... , — MAPPING . DESTINATIONS, • SERVICES,ETC. _ - '7:'..-c ow‘ is %Ildt i 0 PRIMARY 4k ■ DIRECTIONALS AT „ir DECISION POINTS '\ adaik ALTERNATE OR / ( i -- SECONDARY DIRECTIONALS AT -----_________: ' --- - DECISION POINTS 4 -- ■■____4, Connectivity Plan - Page 41 Wayfinding - iNt A primary goal for the Lakes at Lyndale district is to 4 tip,. promote the major uses and activities throughout the (') area and to encourage and increase pedestrian travel. :1/44-, • ' D ,$ . L ■ " ' x a I ' • °' Y As anticipated future area growth and development M 1 _ �+. .ti_ projects occur;additional appropriate routes and .. „ �f . ;,---. amenities for the resulting pedestrian traffic will need to ,..,.•-a•.1`?` be accommodated. Reducing dependency on personal • *, automobiles will also need to be addressed. .«. <� s { Short distance trips in the area include walking from r �f places of work to a retail destination;errands to the post _ ` " +j office or bank; patronizing the restaurants,coffee shops w' - . or restaurants;walking to a parking garage;touring park . ~ ill / . , : and open space amenities;and even walking home.By I S r' ;, improving the pedestrian environment it is ng from r 11 Olt L y a :I that an increased number of people will choose to walk f �- • ' ' I • , ;f '''- to their destination rather than to first walk to their car. 1 i ", , Major residential and mixed-use development projects R r� •<° 's y,4, - are planned or already underway in the area. Pedestrian �"� �� __ r�: . r. circulation plans must anticipate the additional demands•« and needs posed by these improvements. � ' 11 I; _ Identifying the diverse uses and activities are critical , ,� V to make the appropriate connectivity links and iii ii, t . ...,,. destinations.The map on the following page shows .,, Y the primary destinations, potential routing, user . ' 1 r .A.4.0- connections,along with critical user decision points for +*� _ L.` ",,a - 1- -- N, achieving their point of arrival and/or destination.• ,..• , - -"*.5. r •� • I .. a 1 ' - 1' a4 5- - .- 1.r{ • -- r ' Page 42 - Connectivity Plan Wayfinding User Activities & Access LEGEND Iy' LJ P _-L>_l �� 4AED � J MILDRED 0, 10`ANT .SHOPPING I / L L COLFAX AVE S Ate AE�ES < a DUPONT a `�E€?. 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Implementation Capital Improvement Program and Funding Sources The Lakes at Lyndale Connectivity Plan contains a wide variety of recommendations.In proposing the -== W .¢w;_; n implementation phasing plan,the following criteria ,,;r : ,- k ,-, ---, - o ilil were considered: w i_ n �. �. » Some recommendations will require further - -.0 / �R?„.' . rn analysis prior to implementation.The { '''• ;- :. �.. X) lead time for these projects needs to be Z '" '''.."""' cn considered. '414.,' • .. \N Some recommendations can be �., . completed within a relatively short period t w of time and will provide a springboard p ° : for future projects and convey a sense of • ;.-0_,...,-• progress. : �.. «,w �. r, •• • ,SIN SI W—, l� nsM.• l4PoNf■ •� >> Some recommendations tie into other .. 9 redevelopment improvement projects i. . i® -x .r underway or planned. Opportunities for ;/ � / `° ` Y p pp r .---,'� coordination and efficiency should be 4,.,., maximized. ;r0 -..:�:.. " � .�, • 4 0 - Implementation actions have been placed in one of _- • - _-.1 _,' `. three categories: -- ---4-74::1: O �� �') \ amr I '771 » Short Term Protects:Those are _` �•- ,,,,, � / , recommended to be implemented // ,. --„ immediately and completed within five -� ` r„11.4,. `*► years. � _ � (�m.^,:- _ ,I » Mid Term Projects:To be completed within �� '-w six to ten years. » Long Term Projects: Projects that will likely / *''` m take more than ten years to complete. A E:. I — Page 46 - Connectivity Plan Implementation The following is a priority list of the improvements established in the connectivity plan.It has been organized as a phasing strategy to achieve a logical implementation sequence and to discuss possible partnerships with local,state,federal agencies,as well as,private investors in future development opportunities. L[) oc W CL IF- Short Term: Up to Five Years Mid Term:Six to Ten Years Long Term: Over Ten Years Q New bicycle/pedestrian connection between New bicycle/pedestrian connection around c) Pedestrian connections from West 65th = Lyndale Ave&Richfield Lake © Richfield Lake through Mildred Dr/Emerson Ave apartments to Richfield Lake path U connecting to 66th St Provide pedestrian &visual connection © between Lyndale Ave and Richfield Lake New pedestrian/bicycle connection between Improve pedestrian crossing with signal ® counter(this improvement received the most 0 Richfield Lake&Wood Lake dislikes at the open house). © Provide bicycle route on east side of Richfield Lake ® Improvement to pedestrian crossing at Lyndale Improvement to pedestrian crossing at 67th O Improve crosswalk of 64th St& Lyndale Ave Ave.and 65th St. and Lyndale 0 Improve intersection at Emerson Ave&66th St 0 New pedestrian crossing with signal counter at Lyndale Ave and Lakeshore Drive Improve pedestrian connection to Richfield New pedestrian/ADA route to connect to and O Lake from 65th St 0 around Little Bob's Park co Improvements to pedestrian crossing at Lakeshore Drive and 66th St. Q New pedestrian crossing with signal counter • Improvement to pedestrian crossing at 66th and Lyndale Improved connections and visibility to W Sculpture Garden Connectivity Plan - Page 47 yA • e. disc r .1 9 it 14 Q z W J W z U J 4, avt Public Engagement Open house and Survey Comments In addition to the walk tour at the beginning of the study,an open house and public feedback survey were also provided. The open house took place on January 15th,2013 and approximately 60+people attended.Attendees had an opportunity to review the proposed connectivity plan and strategies.Several preference exercises were done including preference on type of improvements,wayfinding,safety,and transit enhancement techniques.Attendees were asked to place green dots on ideas they liked and blue dots on ideas they dislike.The following pages show feedback received at the open house and through feedback survey. _ What do you like the most about the Lakes at Lyndale area? » Where is the decision of an amphitheater? Nothing on board that I Bikes off sidewalk-safety seems better addressed. can find. Keep it small! Or not at all. » Wood Lake Nature Center, Richfield Lake, sculpture garden by » Safety? Pedestrian friendly? Pines/Oaks. Handy to shopping and freeways. » Crosswalk midblock 65-66th on Lyndale. » Amenities and new, active developments. » Pedestrian crossings at major intersections (66th & Lyndale, 65th & » Options of travel, connects with bus lines! Lyndale, 66th & Lakeshore) can't be dangerous. » The general plan. >> Natural setting. What would you change about the existing connections, destinations, >> The new development in the area. and amenities? I moved here from Minneapolis and am an avid walker and biker. I » We frequently walk to do errands in the area, and to observe the was horrified at the lack of places to safely walk and bike in Richfield. natural areas of Wood Lake to Richfield Lake. Richfield is a wonderful community and this lack is a bad mark on its reputation. What are your main concerns about the Lakes at Lyndale area? » Add bike route on 67th to steer bikes away from 66th and Lyndale » Pedestrian signal opportunity at Pizza Luce is fine but why not at intersection-give them another way to get back to 66th further east. high traffic, 66th and Lyndale. Also, let's hire some eco landscape engineer (lady) Edina hired some years ago to naturally keep » Define public space better in areas mentioned in question 2 (City geese away from Centennial Lakes-to keep geese where we Bella green space and sculpture park). Make them visible and want them at Richfield Lakes. inviting through visual connections and signage. Richfield Lake needs » Except in the parks and nature center it feels like a very uninviting this too. place to walk. The few sidewalks there are tend to be very close to » How about using the railroad tracks-connect Lyndale to the busy streets with no boulevard to five a buffer. I see people walk in parkway. the street but this is not entirely comfortable to me. » Well designed, designated entrances to Richfield Lake. » There's little sense of unity-people may know about one asset or » Would like to see major intersections become more pedestrian/bike another but the area seems like a patchwork of isolated areas. The friendly and safer. areas between City Bella (green space and pathways) and the Nature Center are unknown to most, and seem private. The same is true of the sculpture garden » Safety for everyone! Put in benches for seniors. Page 50 - Connectivity Plan Public Engagement Open House Survey Comments What do you think of the connectivity plan ideas that are displayed at What do you think about the signage,traffic calming and transit ideas this open house? displayed? ;,: Lots of safer, more livable ideas-add or keep as much green space » All good ideas. 3 .! as possible. » Lots of potential. ii'u! » I'm so glad you are beginning to address some of the issues. !H. » Maybe include Spanish on the signs as well On the right track. » Make signage consistent and simple. Great, but let's keep it green. .;= : .. ra'i » I see nothing about the Post Office area congestion-parking issues; Are there any other thoughts or ideas that should be considered for the 1 i need a crosswalk on that corner. connectivity plan? I » Good, well presented. » Please pay careful attention to the intersection at 66th St. and Lake ,i�14 Shore Drive. There are many pedestrians and lots of fast moving ;ff , » For people unfamiliar with the area, some of the ideas (like sign inattentive drivers there. indicators) would be helpful. » Make sure signs and visibility of amenities are bold enough to get people attention so they will be bold enough to discover the Preferred improvements: whole area. » Bike lanes. Pedestrian protection/crossings. » Define public vs. private spaces, so people feel invited rather that like intruders. » Better signage. Hope all sections are affordable and require low cost maintenance. » More benches. » Don't over-clutter with signs. • More garbage cans. » What about golf cart/electric vehicle paths? A nice way for seniors » Connections to underutilized area/Unification of the entire area. to travel around the city. • Visibility of Richfield Lake. » Keep the natural areas as natural as possible. » Mapping. » Please add lights around Richfield Lake. It would be nice to feel safe walking at night. Undesirable improvements: » Why is Richfield trying to get Light Rail? The old K-Mart spot would • Might not need a 65th/66th street crosswalk, it just connects two have been perfect for a Light Rail station. parking lots. » Would like to see Little Bob's Park remain set in the neighborhood. Connectivity Plan - Page 51 Public Engagement Opportunity Areas - Feedback from Open House Proposed improvements for the site area are numbered below.Please place V dots(5)next to the improvements you would MOST like to see implemented. LEGEND Place one O dot next to the improvement you would NOT like to see implemented rn *i . 0 z '• •C7 O X -. .© — 0 D •o. •••:.:•*..... 0 O O O O O II •■1 • Jl.e::, ' ' O L'1 • 4 blue dol O 0 - , • N m m • m m m 0 m mm 0 PRELIMINARY 0 0 ._ ...• CONCEPT Page 52 - Connectivity Plan Public Engagement Connectivity Improvement Sections - Feedback from Open House Existnc Section 14 -'i Q X CI z W C. 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W Q — a a III 6' 13' 13' 4' 13.5' 13.5' • blvd sidewalk travel lane travel lane median travel lane travel lane (sidewalk blvd 44' Proposed Section • 6 green dots 4: '4 wayfinding add bike lane reduce lane widths reduce lane widths add bike lane ' r iJI `, i .. i a a IN 1111111 6' 5' 11' 11' 3' 11' 11' • 5' 5' • blvd sidewalk hike travel lane travel lane median travel lane travel lane bike side- blvd lane lane walk 44' Connectivity Plan - Page 55 Public Engagement Connectivity Improvement Sections - Feedback from Open House D Existing Section rn •Z lc '4 v X D .. . 7' 9 12.5' 12.5' 9' 7' blvd sidewalk parking travel lane travel lane parking sidewalk bldg 43' Proposed Section • 9 green dots separate bike lane reduce lane widths separate bike lane R �,*S ' r-1 n 7' 9' 12' 120 9' 7' blvd •sidewalk• separated travel lane travel lane separated sidewalk* bldg bike lane bike lane 24 Page 56 - Connectivity Plan Public Engagement Connectivity Improvement Sections - Feedback from Open House Exist no Sec-on Q IL Q • f ■ .III 6' s' 13' 8' 13' S' 6' 6' blvd sidewalk shldr, travel lane • median • travel lane s hldrr veg sidewalk vegetated area Wood Lake bike lane bike lane blvd Nature Ce.Center 44' Villa/Gramercy . 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Also like that there's mixed-use development and a in the preliminary concept plan,wayfinding plan, and proposed i`•,� range of housing types, several bus routes, and some attempts to improvements plan? o make it walkable.There is real potential in this area. >> I think reducing driving lane widths is a bad idea, and is asking for !; ,, » Theo en areas that create a feeling of openness. trouble down the road. A simi-truck can be 8.5'wide, and in a 11' II! p g p wide lane, that is not much buffer, especially for the roads that are » It's a beautiful area. Architecture looks inviting, modern and upscale. truck routes, and have curves (i.e. lyndale) Even the McDonald's looks like a "fancy"McDonald's.There's so much » I think that wayfinding is a complete waste of funds. All of the other , potential with the structure already in place to create a thriving area. y g p improvements do enhace the much needed connectivity. 2. What are your main concerns about the Lakes at Lyndale area? 11 » No more tall buildings. When you are in woodlake nature center trying » I think it's a good start. However, I think the focus first should be g Y rY� g ;j;ict; to enjoy nature, its an eyesore to look up and see a 13 story building. on businesses, then connectivity (transportation hubs, bike and I j' t,, pedestrian-friendly areas), then housing. Focus on the residents who » Still pretty auto-dependent and lacks the energy necessary to make already live here first. it a pleasant place to walk and live. A little 'blah". Would like to see more sidewalk activity. 5. Please rank preferred improvements shown in the connectivity plan. » Little to no direct connectivity. » Bike amenities is all I need. » People don't realize this area is there. Many outside of Richfield don't » Unfortunately, I wasn't able to find a readable online version of the see Richfield as the type of place that has an area like this. It will connectivity plan (graphic below is too small). be an uphill battle to disabuse non-residents of the pre-conceived 6. Please rank undesirable improvements shown in the connectivity plan. notions. » No comment 3. What would you change about the existing connections, destinations, » Unfortunately, I wasn't able to find a readable online version of the and amenities? connectivity plan (graphic below is too small). » Put countdowns at controlled walking crossings. 7. What do you think about the signage,traffic calming and transit ideas » Continue to improve pedestrian experience. 66th could be made displayed? much nicer. And obviously Richfield Lake has tremendous potential. » It would be a great idea if we were all tourists, but we are not, so lets use the money to improve the parks and public areas with things such » There is a demand for more biking lanes for commuters. At least signs as public art. acknoledging bikers in streets would be of help to increase biker safety. 8. Are there any other thoughts or ideas that should be considered for the connectivity plan? » More independent businesses.This will be what really makes Richfield „ Too late now, but FWIW, I hate the name"Lakes at Lyndale.”Sounds start to compete with South Minneapolis. I often go into the Linden ultra-forced and unnatural, like some new subdivsion in beige Hills/Lake Harriet/Uptown area because there's a dearth of local McMansion-land. It doesn't do Richfield justice. restaurants and coffee shops. Minneapolis is starting to thrive as a place for foodies, beer-lovers and local aficionados. If new, local >> No comment restaurants, coffee shops and shops can be convinced to move in the area, Richfield will start developing a new reputation. The new Pizza Luce was a great start-- please keep courting local businesses! Connectivity Plan - Page 59 1 A I V v 76 cr. .c V ;Et O .>% Ci