HomeMy Public PortalAbout2023-106 Resolution Final Plat Amended Meander Park BoardwalkResolution No. 2023-106
November 21, 2023
Member DesLauriers introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
CITY OF MEDINA
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-106
RESOLUTION GRANTING FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR
MEANDER PARK AND BOARDWALK
WHEREAS, the city of Medina (the “City”) is a municipal corporation, organized and
existing under the laws of Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, Medina Ventures, LLC (the “Applicant”) intends to purchase and develop
certain property (the “Property”) located north of Highway 55 and east of Arrowhead Drive,
which is legally described in Exhibit A, attached hereto; and
WHEREAS, on January 17, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution 2023-07 granting
preliminary plat and planned unit development general plan of development approval to
subdivide and develop most of the Property into four commercial lots, four twinhome lots, and
outlots to contain common improvements and space; and
WHEREAS, on April 18, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution 2023-58, granting
final approval of the Meander Park and Boardwalk plat; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant has requested to make certain changes to the plat, primarily
adding an additional strip of property along the southeast of the plat; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant has also requested certain changes to the Planned Unit
Development general plan of development; and
WHEREAS, on October 10, 2023, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public
hearing, reviewed the information provided by the Applicant and City staff, heard testimony from
interested parties, and recommended approval of the modified general plan and plat; and
WHEREAS, on November 8, 2023, the City Council reviewed the proposed modified
general plan and plat, considered the recommendation of the Planning Commission and heard
additional testimony; and
WHEREAS, the City has, as part of its comprehensive plan, conducted a study of the need
for new parks and recreational facilities created by new development, and that study deemed that
projects of this type create additional demand for such facilities; and
WHEREAS, this project will generate more intensive uses and traffic in the area, including
both a residential impact north of Meander Road and commercial impact south of Meander Road
with large groups and overnight lodging facilities, and so the abovementioned study and the City’s
park dedication requirements established in light thereof and required below provide a roughly
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proportionate estimate of the additional need for parks and recreational facilities generated by the
proposed project; and
WHEREAS, regarding the purpose of the Planned Unit Development regulations, the City
Council finds that the proposed modified Planned Unit Development:
a. encourages a variety of uses to support economic expansion and a more efficient use of
land;
b. allows higher standards and more desirable building design;
c. results in limited need for additional utilities or streets and therefor lowers future public
investments;
d. effectuates the objectives of the Comprehensive Plan; and
e. results in a more desirable and creative environment than might be possible through strict
application of zoning and subdivision regulations.
WHEREAS, subject to the fulfillment of the conditions noted below, the City Council
makes the following findings of fact regarding the preliminary plat based on the
requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance:
a. The proposed plat is not in conflict with the Comprehensive Plan and is not premature for
consideration.
b. The subdivision is appropriate for the physical conditions on the site including the
topography, storm water, natural resources, and soils.
c. That the site is physically suitable for the proposed density of development and meets
minimum lot size standards.
d. The proposed subdivision is not likely to cause substantial environmental damage.
e. The proposed subdivision is not likely to be injurious to public health.
f. The proposed subdivision and its improvements will not conflict with public or private
streets, easements, or right-of-ways.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of Medina, Minnesota
hereby grants final plat approval for Meander Park and Boardwalk, as depicted on the plat dated
10/18/2023, subject to the following changes, terms and conditions:
1) Approval of the plat is contingent upon effectuation of a subdivision for the additional
property to the east, which if approved shall be effectuated in conjunction with the plat.
2) The Applicant shall enter into a development agreement with the City, which shall include
the conditions described below as well as other requirements by City ordinance or policy.
3) The Applicant shall install all improvements shown on the plans dated 09/11/2023 except
as may be modified herein. The plans shall be updated to address the comments of the
City Engineer.
4) Use of the lower level of the event venue shall be limited to data center use or accessory
storage/service space for the venue.
5) Solar equipment shall be designed and constructed in compliance with all applicable
building and electrical codes and shall be in compliance with all state and federal
regulations regarding co-generation of energy.
6) The Applicant shall incorporate design features and landscaping to improve the
appearance of the vertical poles (legs) of the solar equipment.
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7) The Applicant shall construct turn lane improvements on Meander Road as recommended
by the City Engineer.
8) The Applicant shall execute and record instrument(s) in a form and of substance
satisfactory to the City Attorney to ensure all lots have access to a public roadway.
9) The Applicant shall ensure that the secondary emergency access is maintained/plowed to
ensure usability.
10) Vehicle-resistant barriers or fencing shall be provided between Meander Road and the
play area for the daycare.
11) The Applicant shall submit emergency vehicle turning exhibits and adjust solar equipment
and parking lot layout as necessary to ensure adequate circulation to the satisfaction of
City staff.
12) The Applicant shall submit updated lighting plans and photometrics and ensure that light
trespass does not exceed 0.5 FC at the property line.
13) The plat shall dedicate drainage and utility easements over all water mains and hydrants,
over stormwater improvements and in other locations recommended by the City Engineer.
14) The watermain and hydrants within the commercial lots shall be privately maintained.
15) The Applicant shall submit a letter of credit in an amount of 150% of the cost of site
improvements in order to ensure completion.
16) Park dedication for the subdivision shall be provided as follows:
a. Trail easement north of Meander Road
b. Fee title conveyance of the eastern 26-feet of the Property south of Meander Road (Outlot
D), free and clear of any encumbrances
c. Grading/slope easement for trail construction over eastern 10-feet of lots 1 & 3, block 2
d. $26,038 cash-in-lieu of additional dedication
17) The Applicant shall execute and record two Stormwater Maintenance Agreements in a form
and of substance acceptable to the City Attorney to describe the responsibility of the
property owners to maintain the private stormwater improvements.
18) The Applicant shall implement the Wetland Conservation Act Wetland Replacement Plan.
19) The Applicant shall establish Upland Buffers in the locations identified on the General Plan
of Development. Such buffers shall meet the requirements of the wetland protection
ordinance including but not limited to: execution and recordation of two Upland Buffer
Easement Agreements in a form and of substance acceptable to the City Attorney, planting
of appropriate vegetation, and installation of signage.
20) The commercial property shall be subject to the City’s lawn and landscaping irrigation
regulations. No lawn or landscape irrigation systems shall be permitted to be connected to
the City water system.
21) The Applicant shall obtain all permits required by Elm Creek Watershed District, Minnesota
Department of Transportation, the Minnesota Department of Health, the Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency, the Metropolitan Council and any other relevant agencies.
22) The Applicant shall enter into a petition and waiver with the City in a form and of substance
acceptable to the City Attorney related to future assessment for construction of Tamarack
Drive.
23) The Applicant shall provide proof of agreement(s) for off-site commercial parking during
peak usage that meets the satisfaction of the City.
24) The Applicant shall provide for ongoing active management of the lodging facilities located
on the commercial property.
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25) Building plans shall be subject to review and approval by City staff for general compliance
with the general plan of development and Architectural Narrative document created by
Villamil Architecture dated 09/01/2023, except as required to be modified herein.
26) The Applicant shall address all comments and requirements of the City Attorney’s plat
opinion and abide by the recommendations of the City Attorney with regard to title matters
and recording instructions.
27) The plat shall be recorded in the office of the Hennepin County Recorder and Registrar of
Titles within 180 days of the date of the resolution or the approval shall be considered void,
unless a written request for time extension is submitted by the Applicant and approved by
the City Council.
28) The Applicant shall pay to the City a fee in an amount sufficient to reimburse the City for
the cost of reviewing the plat, general plan of development, construction plans, and other
relevant documents.
Dated: November 21, 2023.
Kathleen Martin, Mayor
ATTEST:
Caitlyn Walker, City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
Albers and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Albers, DesLauriers, Martin
And the following voted against same: (Absent: Cavanaugh, Reid)
None
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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EXHIBIT A
Legal Description of the Property