04-25-2000Ad PLANNING COMMISSION
mmm AGENDA
April 25, 2000
7:00 p.m.
Introductory Items
Roll Call
Approval of Minutes: Regular Planning Commission meeting of March 28, 2000.
Planning Commission study session of April 11, 2000.
Opportunity for Citizens to Address the Commission on Items not on the
Agenda
Public Hearing
ITEM #1 00 -CUP -7 7701 Nicollet Avenue
Menard, Inc.
Conditional use permit to allow store expansion into entire
building and to expand outdoor sales area by 2,772 sq ft
New Business
ITEM #2 PC Letter #18 Adoption of Official Map for 1 -494 right -of -way
Old Business
ITEM #3 PC Letter #19 Adoption and finding of consistency for 2001 Capital
Improvement Program and 2002 -2006 Capital
Improvement Budget
ITEM #4 PC Letter #20 Reconsideration of Comprehensive Plan rezonings for
two properties
Liaison Reports
School Board
Community Services Advisory Commission
HRA
City Council
Adiournment
Planning Commission Minutes
Joint Meeting with Community Services and
Regular Meeting
March 28, 2000
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairperson Brenda Bjorklund; Commissioners: Terry Ahlstrom,
David Gepner, Bill Kilian, Mark Tolvstad, John Bjostad, Donna
Drummond, Gordon Hanson and Jeffery Walz.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
COUNCIL LIAISON: Martin Kirsch, Mayor
STAFF PRESENT: Julie Urban, Zoning Administrator
Mark Andrle, Community Development Technician
The Joint Meeting with Community Services was called to order by Chairperson
Bjorklund at 6:00 p.m.
Administrative Services Director, Steve Devich reviewed the 2001 Capital Improvement
Budget and the 2002 -2006 Capital Improvement Program.
Recreation Services Director, Jim Topitzhofer reviewed the plans for park shelters, ball
field renovations and the pool renovations.
Transportation Engineer, Tom Foley reviewed the transportation plans which included
Penn Avenue Bridge, 66`h
and Cedar, 77`h
Street underpass and noise wall extension along Hwy.
62.
The Special joint meeting was adjourned at 6:55 p.m.
The Regular Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chairperson
Bjorklund at 7:00 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
M/ Gepner, S/ Kilian to approve the minutes of the study session of March 14, 2000 and
the regular Planning Commission meeting of February 22, 2000.
Motion carried: 9 -0
March 28, 2000
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
PC Report #14
ITEM #1 2001 Capital Improvement Budget and 2002 -2006 Capital
Improvement Program
Zoning Administrator, Julie Urban reviewed the 2001 Capital Improvement Budget and
the 2002 -2006 Capital Improvement Program stating that this item is a public hearing for the
Commission to receive feedback from the public.
Larry Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth Avenue, had several comments regarding the CIP
and CIB including who will pay for the installation of the water pipes to the Minneapolis Airport
Commission, 66`" Street and Cedar, sidewalks and pedestrian improvements. Mr. Wozniczka
recommended that the City set aside an amount of money each year, maybe $100,000 to address
pedestrian safety improvements.
Clarence Schadegg, 7241 Stevens Avenue, stated that he would like to see more money
allocated toward the improvement of pedestrian walkways, additional stop lights and better
enforcement of crosswalk violations. Mr. Schadegg stated that there is a need for a traffic light
at 73`d and Nicollet Avenue and asked for clarification as to how decisions are made regarding
traffic light installation.
Robert Hall, 7309 Oliver Avenue, stated that parks should not be allocated as much
money as they are currently receiving and that the bike and vehicle bridge, at 73`d
and
761"
Streets be combined.
M/Kilian, S /Tolvstad to close the public hearing.
Motion carried: 9 -0
PC Report #15
ITEM #2 Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Ms. Urban reviewed the Interchange West project and the amendment to the
Comprehensive Plan that would change some of the properties in the area from neighborhood
commercial (C -N) and high density single family residential (R -SFH) to regional
commercial /office (R -C /0).
Barbara Jerick, representing the Walser car dealerships, stated that the redevelopment
plan for the Interchange West area will destroy existing homes, violate the Comprehensive Plan
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and is unfair to the businesses in the area. Ms. Jerick stated that the plans don't create a small
town character and the area can't support the increase in traffic the Best Buy project will create.
Ms. Jerick stated that Walzer has created a redevelopment plan for the area that does not use TIF
and won't demolish homes. Ms. Jerick stated that City staff had refused to meet with Walser
representatives regarding their plan. She could not give any specifics of the Walser plan other
than to say it included restaurants, small retail area and an automotive mall. Ms. Jerick added
that according to a survey conducted by Walser, the neighbors support Walser's plan to remain
in the area.
Jim Bergin, 7627 Oliver Avenue, stated that he has complained many times to the police
about noise from the car dealerships and would not want to live next to the proposed Walser
plan. Mr. Bergin stated he needs the plan to go forward, and he thinks Best Buy would be good
for the community.
Robert Hall, 7309 Oliver Avenue, stated that he has concerns with increased traffic in the
area and would like to have more people notified of hearings regarding Interchange West. He
would also like to know how the project meets the Comprehensive Plan goal of protecting
residential neighborhoods.
Gust Leaf, 6925 Knox Avenue, stated that he has concerns for increased traffic in the
area.
Bruce Wetternach, 7614 Morgan Avenue, stated that he never participated in the Walser
survey and would like to see the project move forward. He stated that the majority of the
homeowners in the area had already voted to be removed because of the impacts of the
commercial development.
Tim Murnane, Vice - President of OPUS gave a brief history of the project and explained
the benefits of having an end user; he discussed the upcoming Environmental Impact Statement
EIS) and stated that meetings will soon be held for the Interchange West property owners.
Nancy Groen, 2601
751h Street, asked how will the increased traffic be handled. Ms
Urban stated that the traffic issues still need to be studied and would be a major part of the EIS.
Terry Alhstrom, 7600 Morgan Avenue, stated that neighbors had plenty of opportunities
to become involved with the process and the majority of the neighbors don't want to look at
another proposal.
Elizabeth Coldren, 7544 Sheridan Avenue, stated that the quality of residential living
along 76`
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Street has gone down over the past six years because of increased traffic, and she
believes this project will make the problem worse. She has a concern that no one has come to
the broader community to discuss the impacts of this project.
Bill Watson, 6329 Harriet Avenue, stated that there will be too many employees in the
area and it will affect the surrounding neighborhoods.
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Ed Circle, business owner 77`x' Street and Logan Avenue stated that he would like to see
something done quickly and would like to see a time frame for the redevelopment.
M/Kilian, S /Gepner to close the public hearing.
Motion carries 8 -0. Ahlstrom abstained
The Commission discussed the Penn Avenue bridge, the EIS, school age kids currently in
the area, tax generation and the need for residents to become,involved early in the process.
Commissioner Kilian stated that he would like to be sure that the Comprehensive Plan
designation would not take effect unless the Best Buy project moves forward or that the
designation be for office only.
M/Kilian S /Gepner to recommend approval of the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan
that would change the properties in the area from neighborhood commercial (C -N) and high
density single family residential (R -SFH) to regional commercial /office (R -C /0).
Motion carries 9 -0.
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ITEM #3 Conditional Use Permit — Sheranees Montessori
7145 Harriet Avenue
Ms. Urban reviewed the staff report stating that staff recommends approval of the
conditional use permit to allow a day care facility for up to 50 children at 7145 Harriet Avenue.
Commissioner Drummond asked if the applicant will complete some remodeling to
improve the facilities. The applicant stated that they plan to do some remodeling.
Commissioner Tolvstad asked if there will be enough parking for the parents with the
High School parking near by. Ms. Urban stated that the parking to the east of the building is for
the Central School building only; the high school related parking is not supposed to park there.
M /Kilian, S /Tolvstad to close the public hearing.
M/Drummond, S/Kilian to recommend approval of the conditional use permit to allow a
day care facility for up to 50 children at 7145 Harriet Avenue.
Motion carries 9 -0.
March 28, 2000
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NEW BUSINESS
OLD BUSINESS
LIAISON REPORTS
School Board: Commissioner Drummond reported that the school board will make $1.8
million in budget cuts which will include cutting 28 teaching positions.
Community Services Advisory Commission: None.
HRA: Commissioner Gepner reported that the HRA has an agreement with Best Buy.
OPUS has a proposed site plan and will start negotiations with the neighbors.
City Council: Mayor Kirsch reported that the Council approved the sale of $1.6 million
in bonds for the Lyndale Gateway project.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 9:35 p.m.
Mark Tolvstad
Planning Commission Secretary
j Planning Commission Minutes
Study Session
April 11, 2000
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairperson Brenda Bjorklund; Commissioners: John Bjostad,
Donna Drummond, David Gepner, Gordon Hanson, Bill Kilian,
Mark Tolvstad, and Jeff Walz.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Terry Ahlstrom
COUNCIL LIAISON: Martin Kirsch, Mayor
STAFF PRESENT: Julie Urban, Zoning Administrator
p.m.
The Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chairperson Bjorklund at 7:00
STUDY SESSION ITEMS
ITEM #1 Introduction to Samantha Orduno, City Manager
Following introductions, Samantha Orduno, Richfield City Manager, described her
background and talked about her vision and goals for her work as City Manager. Ms. Orduno
also talked about some of the issues facing the community and where she sees the community's
future heading.
ITEM #2 Presentation on Tax Increment Financing
Sid Inman, the City's financial consultant, gave a presentation on tax increment financing
TIF). He gave some background of the firm, Ehlers Corp., and he described the basics of how
TIF works. He also talked about two new financing provisions recently passed by the
Legislature: the business subsidies requirement and the Tax Abatement Program.
April 11, 2000
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ITEM #3 Review of Zoning Ordinance Amendment
Julie Urban, Zoning Administrator, went over the work that had been done on some
potential Zoning Ordinance amendments since November, when the Commission first reviewed
the ordinance.
Ms. Urban described some potential changes to the ordinance relating to gas stations.
The Commission agreed that some additional limits on hours of operation for gas stations located
in proximity to single and multi - family residential property would be appropriate. They also
wanted to see draft language in which gas stations would be required to have the principal
structure located between the gas pumps and any adjacent residential property.
Ms. Urban reviewed the issue of residential building additions which do not coordinate
with the design and scale of the existing house. The Commission recommended that staff do
further work on the idea of adding language that would require an addition to be similar or
consistent with the design, materials and roof style of the principal structure. Commissioner
Gordon recommended that staff check with the City of Bloomington who recently went through
a review of their garage regulations.
Ms. Urban discussed ideas for adding an overlay district for the Lakes at Lyndale area.
The Commission supported the potential language changes to make it easier for staff to enforce
design guidelines in cases where they are stricter than the Zoning Ordinance regulations.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 9:30 p.m.
Mark Tolvstad
Planning Commission Secretary
AGENDA SECTION
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PUBLIC HEARING
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J PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
PC MEETING DATE: APRIL 25, 2000
ITEM FOR PLANNING .COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
Public hearing on a conditional use permit request to allow an expansion of Menard, Inc., 7701
Nicollet Avenue.
I. RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Conduct and close a public hearing and by motion: Approve a
conditional use permit to allow an expansion of Menard, Inc. at 7701
Nicollet Avenue with the stipulations listed in the Legal Basis of
Recommendation.
II. BACKGROUND
There are currently two tenants, Michael's and Menard's, located in the shopping center
at 7701 Nicollet Avenue. Menard's is planning to enlarge their store by taking over the
Michael's space. The interior of the store would be remodeled. The main entrance
would be relocated to the center of the building.
The outdoor sales area would be expanded to the south by approximately 2,772 square
feet. Landscaping, similar to what is currently in place in front of the outdoor sales area,
would be installed along the new sales area. The loading area that currently accesses
Michael's store would be removed, the curb cut replaced and landscaping installed in its
place. Sixteen parking spaces would be removed for a total of 420 spaces.
III. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION
A. POLICY
N/A
B. CRITICAL ISSUES
Staff identified several issues with Menard's that must be corrected with
the proposed expansion:
1. A trash enclosure that consists of a hinged door attached to the
building was approved in 1993 when the property's parking lot was
reconfigured. That screen has proven to be inadequate for screening
trash. A three -sided enclosure, attached to the building, should be
constructed of such a size to enclose the trash dumpsters. Sufficient
space must be provided within the building to allow for interior storage
of unused pallets.
2. The problem with inadequate trash screening has led to a problem with
trash in the adjacent City streets and the Menard's parking lot.
Adequate trash storage should help to alleviate this issue. Menard's
must also institute a policy for regular cleaning of trash from the
property and surrounding areas.
3. The roof leaders on the north side of the building overflow onto the
public sidewalk and must be reconstructed to prevent this occurrence.
4. The sprinkler connection is located on the north side of the building
and interferes with pedestrian circulation. The connection should be
relocated, if possible.
5. Forklifts drive around the.building on -the public sidewalk and have
caused damage to the sidewalk and boulevard sod. Forklifts must not
be driven on the public sidewalk or rights -of -way.
6. The loading dock is located on the east side of the building. The
loading dock is only 38 feet deep, which is not deep enough to fully
accommodate large trucks; delivery trucks block 2nd Avenue when
they pull up to the loading dock with deliveries. Although 2nd Avenue
is not a high traffic street, the City has received complaints about
trucks blocking the street. The suggestion has been made that the
loading dock could be relocated to the south side of the building.
Menard's believes there is not adequate room in the 20 -foot strip to
add a loading dock, and any other arrangement would require
substantial reconstruction of the building. The Fire Marshall views the
area on the south side of the building as important for Fire Department
access.
7. For several years, the trucks also caused damage to the street curb on
the east side of the street. Menard's constructed a cut -out with a
retaining wall into the boulevard on that side of the street to allow for
trucks to turn without damaging the City street and curb. The retaining
wall has been damaged by turning trucks. Menard's is proposing to
reconstruct the retaining wall with solid concrete or other material
approved by the Public Works Director.
The City requires four parking spaces for every 1,000 square feet of retail
space. Menard's is proposing to eliminate 16 spaces for a total of 420
spaces. The 101,340 square foot building requires 406 parking spaces.
The City's Crime Prevention Division has recommended that Menard's
review its parking lot lighting and provide increased illumination. The
existing lighting is much dimmer than safety standards recommend.
Menard's is expanding its hours of operation and will be open until 1:00
a.m. Crime Prevention believes this change will make security in the
parking lot more of an issue. Menard's will review the existing lighting and
attempt to increase lighting where possible within the existing system. A
complete replacement of the system would require tearing into the
relatively new parking lot. The City does not currently have an ordinance
in place that requires a minimum level of lighting in parking lots.
C. FINANCIAL
N/A
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D. LEGAL
Zoning: C -2 (general commercial)
Land Use: commercial
Comprehensive Plan: C -R/O (regional commercial /office)
Notification: Notice of the hearing was mailed to property owners and occupants
within 350 feet of the subject property.
Other Actions:
Council: If the Planning Commission makes a recommendation, the City
Council would conduct a public hearing on May 22, 2000.
Approval of the conditional use permit would be contingent upon the
following stipulations:
1. That a dumpster enclosure be constructed, the final design, size
and height to be approved by the Public Safety Director.
2. That a sufficient area be provided inside the building for pallet and
packing material storage and that pallets and other packing
material are not permitted in the unscreened loading dock area.
Final design and size of the storage area is to be approved by the
Public Safety Director.
3. That a plan for monitoring the property and surrounding area for
trash on a regular basis be submitted to the Community
Development Director.
4. That the retaining wall on the east side of 2nd Avenue be replaced
with a material and design approved by the Public Works Director
and regularly maintained.
5. That the roof leaders be redesigned and /or rerouted so water does
not overflow onto the City sidewalk.
6. That the driveway access to Michael's loading dock and service
door on 2nd Avenue be eliminated and replaced with sod and
landscaping.
7. That the sprinkler connection be relocated to a location approved
by the Public Works Director and Fire Marshall.
8. That Menard's work with the Crime Prevention Division to review
the existing lighting levels and to upgrade the lighting to a safe level
to the extent possible without major reconstruction of the parking
lot.
IV. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S
1. Deny the conditional use permit with a finding of fact that the proposed change
would have a negative impact on surrounding properties or the City as a whole.
2. Approve the conditional use permit with the stipulations listed under the Legal
Basis of Recommendation and an additional stipulation that would require
Menard's to relocate the loading dock or provide evidence showing why it's not
physically possible or financially onerous to do so.
V. ATTACHMENTS
Code References: 526.27, subd. 3; 541.17
Site Plan and Elevations, Attachment A
VI. PRINCIPAL PARTIES EXPECTED AT MEETING
Applicant: Mary Prochaska, representing Menard, Inc.
CODE CITATIONS (' q
SECTION 526 - ZONING: COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS
526.27. Conditional uses. Subdivision 1. The uses listed in this subsection are conditional uses in the C -2
District, and are subject to the conditional use permit provisions outlined in Section 546.05 of this code.
Subd. 3. Retail, service, and office uses with over 50,000 square feet of gross floor area, unless located
within a shopping center or other multi - tenant development.
SECTION 541 - ZONING: PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
541.17. Dumpster enclosures. Subdivision 1. Screening. All residential structures with more than three
units, and all commercial, industrial, and institutional uses shall provide a screening enclosure for required
dumpsters. Such enclosures shall completely conceal the dumpster(s) from all sides.
Subd. 2. Materials. Dumpster enclosures shall be constructed of durable, weather resistant materials
which are properly anchored. Enclosure materials shall be similar to the principal building.
Subd. 3. Size. Dumpster enclosures shall provide sufficient space for required dumpsters and
additional space for storage of recyclable materials. In no case shall they exceed 600 square feet in
area.
Subd. 4. Location. Dumpster enclosures shall be located behind the front building line of the principal
building (as extended to the side lot lines). Enclosures shall be set back not less than five feet from any
lot line or any other building on the premises, unless integrated into such building or approved by the
Building Official,
Subd. 5. Landscaping of enclosure. The screening enclosure shall be landscaped in accordance with
the Richfield Landscape Requirements.
Subd. 6. Concrete floor. All dumpster enclosures shall have a concrete floor.
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J PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
PC MEETING DATE: APRIL 259 2000
ITEM FOR PLANNING COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
Consideration of the adoption of an official map for the 1 -494 right -of -way.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommend to the City Council adoption of an 1-494 Right of Way
Map as an official map indicating that the road design is accurate and
additional right of way is identified for the future reconstruction of 1-
494.
II. BACKGROUND
According to state law the Planning Commission may recommend adoption of an official
map to protect land needed for right of way for future road expansion. The City Council
also must approve the official right -of -way map for the area governed by the official map
because the map is considered a special land use control. Building permits are subject
to the conditions of the official map. It protects the City and State from escalating costs
associated with the purchase of property at a later date when the road improvement is
made.
The City of Richfield is seeking several funding sources to expedite the construction of
the Penn Avenue Bridge over 1 -494. The redevelopment of the Interchange West area
offers the City the opportunity to form a partnership with the Minnesota Department of
Transportation to jointly purchase land needed for the future reconstruction of 1 -494.
A zero - interest loan is available to assist in the purchase of land that is needed for the
widening of 1 -494. The Right -of -Way Acquisition Loan Fund (R.A.L.F.) is administered
by the Metropolitan Council and is designed to reserve right of way for road expansion
in areas where the cost of land is escalating. MnDOT has informed the City that it does
not have any state highway funds currently to participate in the purchase of the needed
right of way. Therefore, the City of Richfield is trying to qualify for a R.A.L.F. loan. To
qualify, the City must adopt an official right -of -way map for 1 -494 between Penn Avenue
and I -35W.
The proposed 1 -494 right -of -way map (attached) identifies the additional right -of -way
needed for expanding 1 -494 and identifies the parcels affected. The surplus land will be
used to redevelop the Interchange West area.
III. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION
A. POLICY
The official map must be certified by the Minnesota Department of
Transportation that the road design is accurate and requires additional
right -of -way identified in the official map.
The City used the R.A.L.F. Loan program for the 77th Street project and
adopted an official map in order to receive a loan.
B. CRITICAL ISSUES
Adoption of an official map also will qualify the City of Richfield to obtain a
zero interest loan from the Metropolitan Council that can be used to
purchase the land needed for the reconstruction of 1 -494 and in particular
the Penn Avenue Bridge.
C. FINANCIAL
The City will obtain an agreement from MnDOT to repay the R.A.L.F. Loan
once construction begins on the widening of 1 -494.
D. LEGAL
An official map limits new development within the area identified on the
official map so that the land is reserved for future roadway construction.
The City Attorney has reviewed the process used in preparing the 1 -494
official right -of -way map.
The City Council is required to conduct a public hearing on the adoption of
the official map.
IV. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S)
The Planning Commission could recommend against or postpone action on the
adoption of the official map; however, monies may not be available later and
construction of the Penn Avenue Bridge could be delayed. A delay in bridge
construction would jeopardize the Best Buy development, which is contingent on
the commitment of a new bridge.
V. ATTACHMENTS
1 -494 Right -of -Way Map
VI. PRINCIPAL PARTIES EXPECTED AT MEETING
Tom Foley, Transportation Engineer, City of Richfield
BILL NO.
AMENDMENT TO APPENDIX B
OF THE ORDINANCE CODE OF THE
CITY OF RICHFIELD
THE CITY OF RICHFIELD DOES ORDAIN:
Appendix B of the ordinance code of the City of Richfield entitled "Richfield Zoning
Code" is hereby amended:
The City Code is amended by adding a new section 551 to read:
SH CTION 551 —ZONING: OFFICIAL MAP
550.01. Official Nlap — I -494.
Subd. I Adoption. For the purpose of carrying out the policies of the policies of the
major thoroughfare plan and the community facilities plan of the City, the official map
of' the 1 -494 expansion is hereby adopted.
SUM. 2 On File. A copy of the official map, or sections thereof with a copy of the
adopting ordinance attached shall be tiled with the County Recorder and be on file in the
Community Development Department of the City.
Passed by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this day of
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Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor
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wmM PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
PC MEETING DATE: APRIL 25, 2000
ITEM FOR PLANNING COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
Consideration of the 2002 -2006 Capital Improvement Program -and a finding of consistency
with the Comprehensive Plan on the Capital Improvement Program and the 2001 Capital
Improvement Budget.
I. RECOMMENDED ACTION:
By Motion:
1. Recommend approval of the 2001 -2005 Capital Improvement Program
CIP).
2. Adopt a resolution finding that the 2001 Capital Improvement Budget
and 2002 -2006 Capital Improvement Program are consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan.
II. BACKGROUND
Each year, the City Manager makes a recommendation to the City Council regarding
the CIB for the upcoming year. The Planning Commission is responsible for reviewing
the CIP and making a recommendation to the City Council. The Commission is also
responsible for finding both the CIB and the CIP consistent with the Comprehensive
Plan.
On March 28, 2000, the Planning Commission held a study session with the Community
Services Commission to review and discuss the CIB and CIP.
III. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION
A. POLICY
0 N/A
B. CRITICAL ISSUES
N/A
C. FINANCIAL
See the CIB /CIP document.
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I. LEGAL
The Planning Commission is required by City Charter to prepare and
recommend a Capital Improvement Program for inclusion in the Annual
Budget Message of the City Council.
The Planning Commission is required by state statute to review all
proposed capital improvements within the City and make written findings
to the City Council of consistency with the Comprehensive Plan.
IV. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S)
Recommend approval of the CIP with changes.
Decide not to recommend approval of the CIP and decide not to find the CIB
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
V. ATTACHMENTS
2001 Capital Improvement Budget and 2002 -2006 Capital Improvement
Program, City Manager's Second Draft, 4/7/2000
VI. PRINCIPAL PARTIES EXPECTED AT MEETING
N/A
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RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION OF THE RICHFIELD PLANNING COMMISSION
FINDING THAT THE 2001 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET AND
2002 -2006 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
ARE IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the Comprehensive Plan regarding
the proposed capital improvements in the 2001 Capital Improvement Budget and 2002 -2006
Capital Improvement Program.
WHEREAS, the.Planning Commission has found that the proposed capital
improvements would be consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission finds that the
proposed capital improvements found in the 2001 Capital Improvement Budget and 2002 -2006
Capital Improvement Program are in conformance with the City's Comprehensive Plan.
Adopted this 25th day of April, 2000 by the Planning Commission of the City of
Richfield, Minnesota.
CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Brenda Bjorklund, Chairperson
ATTEST:
Mark Tolvstad, Secretary
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City Manacier's Comment
The following is the City Manager's Second draft of the 2001 Capital Improvement Budget and
2002 -2006 Capital Improvement Program. This draft has been reviewed by the Community
Services and Planning Commissions but has not been approved by either commission.
One unresolved issue that remains for this CIB /CIP cycle is the issue of pedestrian safety that was
identified by a resident at the public hearing. At this point staff will be seeking input from the
commissions with respect to future direction on this issue. In addition, staff will take further input
on pedestrian safety during the next several months tobetter identify the nature of this concern.
This draft continues the front -end funding of a portion of the Second Ice Sheet with an inter -fund
loaned to be repaid through three years of Special Revenue funding. However, no interest will be
repaid to the Cable Fund. Capital costs for the 800 MHz radio system are also continued in the
2001 CIB & 2002/2006 CIP, with funding for the project to be provided through interest accrued
from the Police & Fire pension excess contribution refund. An emergency generator to ensure
power to primarily Police, Fire & support activities is added to the 2001 CIB. The generator is
funded through the Police & Fire refund & Special Revenue.
The overcrowded conditions in the Public Safety area will likely require the review of a new Public
Safety Facility somewhere in the immediate area of City Hall. If such a facility is to be considered,
the most likely funding source would be a portion of the Police & Fire overfunding rebated back to
the City. This project is in the concept stage and is identified in the 2002 CIP.
Another significant item that may require quicker attention is the telephone system at City Hall.
This piece of equipment is a crucial element of the services that the City provides. However at a
price tag of $350,000, it will take some greater analysis to plan how to fund this equipment for
the 2002 CIP as scheduled.
Another significant issue of a more universal nature concerns some of the most costly recreation
related projects contained in the CIP. More specifically, the timing and funding sources for
projects such as the Pool Renovation & Ballfield Replacement are all uncertain as of this writing.
However, these types of issues are unresolved and must be followed for the next several months
to determine what the community desires on these projects or if opportunities present themselves.
Projects included in this document reflect the input of City staff, Community Services Commission
and Planning Commission members as reflected in project approvals from prior years. As such
many such projects have advanced another year in this planning document.
The CIB /CIP is a planning tool subject to change as may be needed and that specific authority for
most projects listed within this document will require separate City Council Action at a future date.
Some of the projects listed within this document may not be undertaken or may be delayed to a
future time period.
Project total costs for multiyear projects are shown within the parenthesis after the project title.
2001 Capital Improvement Budget
RECREATION & OPEN SPACE
Ice Arena 2nd Sheet - Down Payment ($600,000)
Ice Arena Air Conditioning ($50,000)
Monroe Park Park Shelter Replacement
Community Center Room Dividers
Community Center Carpet/Paint/Repair
Major Park Maintenance ($500,000)
Pool Renovation ($1,650,000)
City Owned Parking Lots - Replace
TOTAL REC. & OPEN SPACE
RIGHT OF WAY IMPROVEMENT
Replace Lyndale Ave. Bridge over 494 ($9,944,000)
Widen 76th St. - 35W to Penn Ave. ($2,000,000)
Extend Noise Wall 62nd - 35W to Penn Ave ($500,000)
Lyndale Ave Reconstruction TH 62nd to 64th St. ($500,000)
66th Street Interchange TH 77 ($13,300,000)
Replace Penn Ave Bridge over 1-494 ($13,000,000)
Move Sidewalks away from curb /Underground Utilities
66th St. -11th to Pool /Portland -Water Plant/Am. Legion
Reconstruction of 66th St. & 17th Ave Intersection
TOTAL RIGHT OF WAY IMPR.
PUBLIC FACILITIES
Airport Service Pipe
Emergency Police /Fire Generator
City Maintenance Facility
Parking Lot for Water Plant
Public Safety 800 MHzRadio System ($500,000)
TOTAL PUBLIC FACILITIES
TOTAL USES OF FUNDS
ESTIMATED REVENUE BY SOURCE
Bonds
F) Federal Grant
C) Hennepin County
M) Municipal State Aid
0) Other (Including Bonds)
NSP) Northern States Power
PF) Police & Fire Fund
R) Special Revenue
S) State Grant
T) Tax Increment Financing
U) User Fees
TOTAL FUNDING BY SOURCE
PROJECT EXPENDITURE
100,000 R
25,000 R
190,000 R
25,300 R
31,000 R
100,000 R
250,000 O
160,000 R
881,300
265,100 M
3,630,400 F
6,027,400 S
21,100 B
2,000,000 M
250,000 M
250,000 S
50,000 M
100,000 M
3,680,000 F
2,520,000 S
1,000,000 M
5,000,000 S
6,250,000 T
25,000 M
125,000 C
100,000 NSP
500,000 M
500,000 S
32,294,000
600,000 U
175,000 PF
75,000 R
6,400,000 O
85,000 U
68,000 PF
7,403,000
40,578,300
21,100
7,310,400
125,000
4,190,100
6,650,000
100,000
243,000
706,300
14,297,400
6,250,000
685,000
40,578,300
04/11/2000
2002 Capital Improvement Program
RECREATION & OPEN SPACE
Athletic Field Renovation ($875,000)
Ice Arena Ceiling Beams
Ice Arena 2nd Sheet - Down Payment ($600,000)
Pool Renovation
Community Center HVAC Improvements
Major Park Maintenance ($500,000)
Ballfield Replacement - Phase 11($1,400,000)
TOTAL REC. & OPEN SPACE
RIGHT OF WAY IMPROVEMENT
77th St. Underpasss of TH 77 ($16,685,000)
Extend Noise Wall 62nd - Penn to Xerxes Ave ($500,000)
Lyndale Ave Reconstruction TH 62nd to 64th St. ($500,000)
TOTAL RIGHT OF WAY IMPR.
PUBLIC FACILITIES
New Telephone System
Public Safety 800 MHzRadio System ($500,000)
Public Safety Building
TOTAL PUBLIC FACILITIES
TOTAL USES OF FUNDS
ESTIMATED REVENUE BY SOURCE
PROJECT EXPENDITURE
175,000 R
55,000 R
300,000 R
550,000 O
60,000 R
100,000 R
1,400,000 S
2,640,000
6,400,000 F
1,600,000 S
250,000 M
250,000 S
450,000 T
8,950,000
275,000 O
75,000 U
45,000 PF
5,200,000 PF
5,595,000
17,185,000
F) Federal Funding 6,400,000
0) Other (Including Bonds) 825,000
PF) Police & Fire Fund 5,245,000
M) Municipal State Aid 250,000
R) Special Revenue 690,000
S) State Grant 3,250,000
T) Tax Increment Financing 450,000
U) User Fees 75,000
TOTAL FUNDING BY SOURCE $17,185,000
04/11/2000
2003 Capital Improvement Program
RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PROJECT EXPENDITURE
Athletic Field Renovation ($875,000) 200,000 R
Major Park Maintenance 100,000 R
Community Center Sump Pump 17,500 R
Garfield Park Playfeature Replacement 70,000 R
Ice Arena Air Conditioning ($50,000) 25,000 R
Ice Arena Cooling Towner 30,000 R
Wood Lake Nature Center Office Renovation 85,000 R
Ice Arena 2nd Sheet - Down Payment ($600,000) 100,000 R
Pool renovation 550,000 O
TOTAL REC. & OPEN SPACE 1,177,500
RIGHT OF WAY IMPROVEMENT
TOTAL RIGHT OF WAY IMPR. 0
PUBLIC FACILITIES
Public Safety 800 MHzRadio System ($500,000) 20,000 PF
Fire Station II Boiler 33,600 PF
TOTAL PUBLIC FACILITIES $53,600
TOTAL USES OF FUNDS $1,231,100
ESTIMATED REVENUE BY SOURCE
C) Hennepin County 0
F) Federal Grant 0
M) Municipal State Aids 0
MC) MAC 0
0) Other 550,000
PF) Police & Fire Fund 53,600
R) Special Revenue 627,500
S) State Grant 0
U) User Fees 0
TOTAL FUNDING BY SOURCE $1,231,100
04/11/2000
2004 Capital Improvement Program
RECREATION & OPEN SPACE
Athletic Field Renovation ($875,000)
Ice Arena/Pool Parking Lot
Pool renovation
Richfield Lake Playfeature Replacement
Wood Lake Nature Center Carpet Replacement
Major Park Maintenance
TOTAL REC. & OPEN SPACE
RIGHT OF WAY IMPROVEMENT
Reconstruction of 66th St & Portland Ave ($4,100,000)
Skyway over 6700 Block/Lyndale ($1,000,000)
Skyway over 66th St/east of Lyndale ($1,000,000)
Pedestrian Bridge over 35W /near 76th St. Bridge ($1,100,000)
TOTAL RIGHT OF WAY IMPR.
PUBLIC FACILITIES
Overhead Walkway @ Water Plant
Augsburg/73rd & 1st Ave Storm Sewer Improvement
Public Safety 800 MHzRadio System ($500,000)
TOTAL PUBLIC FACILITIES
TOTAL USES OF FUNDS
ESTIMATED REVENUE BY SOURCE
C) Hennepin County
F) Federal Grant
M) Municipal State Aids
0) Other - Bonds
PF) Police & Fire Fund
R) Special Revenue
U) User Fees
TOTAL FUNDING BY SOURCE
PROJECT EXPENDITURE
300,000 R
150,000 R
300,000 O
70,000 R
16,000 R
100,000 R
936,000
1,000,000 M
1,000,000 C
640,000 F
360,000 M
640,000 F
360,000 M
1,100,000 M
5,100,000
100,000 U
750,000 U
20,000 PF
870,000
6,906,000
1,000,000
1,280,000
2,820,000
300,000
20,000
636,000
850,000
6,906,000
04/11/2000
2005 Capital Improvement Program
RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PROJECT EXPENDITURE
Athletic Field Renovation ($875,000) 200,000 R
Wood Lake filature Cntr Class /Meeting Room Addition 328,000 R
Major Park Maintenance 100,000 R
TOTAL REC. S OPEN SPACE 628,000
RIGHT OF WAY IMPROVEMENT
76th Street Downsizing - East of 1-35W ($2,200,000) 400,000 M
Reconstruction of 66th St & Portland Ave ($4,100,000) 420,000 M
1,680,000 F
TOTAL RIGHT OF WAY IMPR. 2,500,000
PUBLIC FACILITIES
Public Safety 800 MHzRadio System ($500,000) 20,000 PF
TOTAL PUBLIC FACILITIES 20,000
TOTAL USES OF FUNDS 3,148,000
ESTIMATED REVENUE BY SOURCE
C) County $0
F) Federal Funding $1,680,000
M) Municipal State Aid $820,000
0) Other $0
PF) Police & Fire Fund $20,000
R) Special Revenue $628,000
TOTAL FUNDING BY SOURCE $3,148,000
04/11/2000
2006 Capital Improvement Program
RECREATION S OPEN SPACE
Wood Lake mature Center Restroom Remodel
Veterans Memorial Park Playfeature Replacement
Fremont Park Playfeature Replacement
Lincoln Field Playfeature Replacement
TOTAL REC. & OPEN SPACE
RIGHT OF WAY IMPROVEMENT
Retaining wall Replacement
Traffic signal at 73rd St. & Nicollet
Traffic signal at 73rd St. & Portland
Bloomington Ave. - 66th to 62nd St.
TOTAL RIGHT OF WAY IMPR.
PUBLIC FACILITIES
Public Safety 800 MHzRadio System ($500,000)
TOTAL PUBLIC FACILITIES
TOTAL USES OF FUNDS
ESTIMATED REVENUE BY SOURCE
C) Hennepin County
M) Municipal State Aid
PF) Police & Fire Fund
R) Special Revenue
TOTAL FUNDING BY SOURCE
PROJECT EXPENDITURE
22,000 R
200,000 R
35,000 R
70,000 R
327,000
50,000 R
50,000 C
130,000 M
30,000 C
130,000 M
30,000 C
800,000 M
1,220,000
20,000 PF
20,000
1,567,000
110,000
1,060,000
20,000
377,000
1,567,000
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Capital Improvement Program- Beyond 2006
RECREATION S OPEN SPACE PROJECT EXPENDITURE
Playfeatures Replacement ($2,000,000)
TOTAL REC. & OPEN SPACE
RIGHT OF WAY IMPROVEMENT
TOTAL RIGHT OF WAY IMPR.
PUBLIC FACILITIES
Public Safety 800 MHzRadio System ($500,000)
TOTAL PUBLIC FACILITIES
TOTAL USES OF FUNDS
ESTIMATED REVENUE BY SOURCE
M) Municipal State Aid
PF) Police & Fire Fund
R) Special Revenue
TOTAL FUNDING BY SOURCE
1,750,000 R
1,750,000
0
100,000 PF
100,000
1,850,000
0
100,000
1,750,000
1,850,000
04/11/2000
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AGENDA SECTION
AGENDA ITEM #
REPORT #
CASE #
OLD BUSINESS
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wd90 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
PC MEETING DATE: APRIL 25, 2000
ITEM FOR PLANNING COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
Update on City Council request for the Planning Commission to reconsider two
Comprehensive Plan- related rezonings.
U. RECOMMENDED ACTION: 11
Review the information requested by the City Council, provide
direction to staff regarding a course of action, and set a date for
future consideration of the two rezonings and the Comprehensive
Plan.
II. BACKGROUND
On February 22, 2000, the Planning Commission considered a Comprehensive Plan -
related rezoning of 15 properties. The Commission voted that one of the properties,
1100 East 66th Street, should not be rezoned. That property is currently zoned C -2
general commercial) and is guided R -SFH (high density single family residential) in the
Comprehensive Plan.
The rezonings were before the City Council for consideration on April 10, 2000. The
staff report followed the Planning Commission recommendation and did not recommend
rezoning this property. Property owners in the vicinity of 1100 East 66th Street testified
at the Council meeting that it had been their understanding that the Planning
Commission promised to rezone the property to a multiple - family district at the time that
it recommended approval of the conditional use permit (March, 1998). The Council
asked that the Planning Commission review the record from 1998, reconsider the item,
and provide additional information to the City Council.
The City Council also asked the Planning Commission to provide some indication as to
what the status of the Comprehensive Plan would be if they continue to recommend not
rezoning the property. Following the City Council hearing, the owners of 1100 East 66th
Street indicated that they plan to formally request an amendment to the Comprehensive
Plan that would change the Plan classification from R -SFH to an appropriate
commercial designation.
Planning Commission consideration of a Comprehensive Plan amendment is a public
hearing, notice of which must be published in the City newspaper 10 days prior to the
hearing. The earliest regular meeting that this item could be considered is the regular
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May 23rd meeting. Planning Commission staff will be unavailable on the 23rd, but the
Commissioners have indicated that they would be available and could reschedule the
regular meeting for May 30. Other Community Development staff would be available on
the 23rd, but they would be without the historical perspective of the issues.
Another property owner testified that she wanted her property, 6612 15th Avenue, to
retain its commercial zoning. The Council asked that the Planning Commission also
reconsider rezoning that property. It would be appropriate to consider both rezonings at
the same hearing.
III. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION
A. POLICY
The City Council has asked the Planning Commission to reconsider the
rezoning of property at 1100 East 66th Street and 6612 15th Avenue
South.
B. CRITICAL ISSUES
The City Council has also asked the Planning Commission to review the
Comprehensive Plan in the event that these properties were not rezoned
to a district consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. The owner of 1100
East 66th Street has indicated that they will apply for an amendment to the
Comprehensive Plan. Consideration of an amendment to the
Comprehensive Plan requires a public hearing before the Planning
Commission. It was not possible to schedule a public hearing for April 25.
C. FINANCIAL
N/A
D. LEGAL
Notification: Property owners within 350 feet of the subject properties were
notified of the Planning Commission reconsideration but were informed that the
item on the Planning Commission agenda is not a public hearing at this time.
They would be notified of any future public hearings.
Other Actions:
Council: The Council has asked the Planning Commission to reconsider
the rezoning of these two properties. Following Planning Commission
reconsideration, the rezonings will be returned to the City Council for final
consideration.
IV. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S
There is no alternative recommendation.
V. ATTACHMENTS
None
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VI. PRINCIPAL PARTIES EXPECTED AT MEETING
N/A