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HomeMy Public PortalAbout01.06.2015 City Council Meeting PacketMEDINA AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MEDINA CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, January 6, 2015 7:00 P.M. Medina City Hall 2052 County Road 24 CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & CEREMONIAL MATTERS A. Oath of Office for Mayor Bob Mitchell B. Oath of Office for Councilmember Kathleen Martin C. Oath of Office for Councilmember Lorie Cousineau Meeting Rules of Conduct: • Fill out and turn in white comment card • Give name and address • Indicate if representing a group • Limit remarks to 3-5 minutes III. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Minutes of the December 16, 2014 Special Council Meeting B. Minutes of the December 16, 2014 Regular Council Meeting V. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approve 2015 Meeting Calendar B. Approve Settlement Agreement and General Release with Panasonic for Squad Cameras C. Resolution Accepting Donation from Elizabeth Weir D. Resolution Accepting Donation from the Loretto Fire Department E. Resolution Relating to Parking Restrictions on Hamel Road from Pinto Drive to 1300 Feet East of Pinto Drive F. Resolution Recognizing and Honoring Mayor Elizabeth Weir for Dedicated Service to the City of Medina G. Resolution Recognizing Melissa Martinson for Four Years of Service to the City of Medina H. Resolution Recognizing Ann Thies for Her Service to the City of Medina on the Medina Park Commission VI. COMMENTS A. From Citizens on Items Not on the Agenda B. Park Commission C. Planning Commission VII. OLD BUSINESS A. Villas at Medina Golf and Country Club General Plan PUD / Preliminary Plat 1. Ordinance Establishing a Planned Unit Development District for "Villas at Medina County Club" and Amending the Official Zoning Map 2. Resolution Authorizing Publication of the Ordinance by Title and Summary 3. Resolution Approving a Preliminary Plat and Establishing Findings of Fact for a General Plan Planned Unit Development for a Subdivision to be Known as "Villas at Medina Country Club" B. Comprehensive Plan - Staging and Growth Plan VIII. NEW BUSINESS A. Daniel Munsell — Easement Vacation — 3157 Wild Flower Trail — Public Hearing 1. Resolution Vacating Upland Buffer Easement on 3157 Wild Flower Trail B. Ordinance Regarding Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, and Similar Uses; Amending Chapter 8 of the City Code 1. Resolution Authorizing Publication of the Ordinance by Title and Summary C. Resolution Establishing 2015 Appointments and Designations to Various City Services, Authorities, Commissions and Agencies Posted 1/2/2015 Page 1 of 2 D. Saturday City Council Office Hours Discussion IX. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT A. Clean-up Day Trees X. MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL REPORTS XI. APPROVAL TO PAY BILLS XII. ADJOURN Posted 1/2/201 S Page 2 of 2 MEMORANDUM TO: Medina City Council FROM: Scott Johnson, City Administrator DATE OF REPORT: December 31, 2014 DATE OF MEETING: January 6, 2015 SUBJECT: City Council Meeting Report II. CEREMONIAL MATTERS I will be conducting the Oath of Office for the Mayor and new Council members at the meeting. V. CONSENT A. Approve 2015 Meeting Calendar — Attached is the meeting calendar for City Council meetings, Planning Commission meetings, Park Commission meetings, and holidays for 2015. While the regular Council meetings are set by City Code Section 200.01 for the first and third Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall, there are additional meeting dates that need to be changed. The attached calendar includes those date changes, along with all of the work session/special meeting dates on the third Tuesday of each month. Staff recommends approval of the meeting dates and calendar. See attached calendar. B. Approve Settlement Agreement and General Release with Panasonic for Squad Cameras - Staff recommends approval of the settlement agreement with Panasonic to be able to enforce the warranty the Police Department has on their squad cameras that have been having intermittent issues. City Attorney Ron Batty has reviewed the agreement. See attached memo and agreement. C. Resolution Accepting Donation from Elizabeth Weir — Staff recommends approval of the resolution accepting the donation from Elizabeth Weir for an elliptical exercise machine and a total gym workout machine for the Police and Public Works workout room. See attached memo and resolution. D. Resolution Accepting Donation from the Loretto Fire Department — Staff recommends approval of the resolution accepting the $1,499 donation from the Loretto Fire Department to the Police and Public Works workout room. See attached memo and resolution. E. Resolution Relating to Parking Restrictions on Hamel Road from Pinto Drive to 1300 Feet East of Pinto Drive- As part of the Tower Drive project the City Council needs to adopt a no parking resolution for any parking restrictions on routes where we are using MSA funding. In this situation we are using MSA funding for Hamel Road. Parking will be restricted on the north side of Hamel Road after the project is completed. Staff recommends approval. See attached resolution. F. Resolution Recognizing and Honoring Mayor Elizabeth Weir for Dedicated Service to the City of Medina — Staff recommends approval of the resolution recognizing and honoring Mayor Weir for her dedicated service to the City of Medina. The resolution highlights Mayor Weir's accomplishments during her tenure. See attached resolution. G. Resolution Recognizing Melissa Martinson for Four Years of Service to the City of Medina — Staff recommends approval of the resolution recognizing Melissa Martinson for her four years of service to the City of Medina. The resolution highlights Councilmember Martinson's accomplishments during her tenure. See attached resolution. H. Resolution Recognizing Ann Thies for Her Service to the City of Medina on the Medina Park Commission — Staff recommends approval of the resolution recognizing Ann Thies for her service to the City of Medina on the Park Commission. The resolution highlights Chair Thies' accomplishments during her tenure. See attached resolution. VII. OLD BUSINESS A. Villas at Medina Golf and Country Club General Plan PUD / Preliminary Plat — At the December 16th meeting, the City Council reviewed the General Plan PUD/Preliminary Plat and directed staff to draft the resolutions necessary for approval. Staff recommends approval. See attached resolutions. Recommended Motion #1: Approve Ordinance Establishing a Planned Unit Development District for "Villas at Medina County Club" and Amending the Official Zoning Map Recommended Motion #2: Approve Resolution Authorizing Publication of the Ordinance by Title and Summary Recommended Motion #3: Approve Resolution Approving a Preliminary Plat and Establishing Findings of Fact for a General Plan Planned Unit Development for a Subdivision to be Known as "Villas at Medina Country Club" B. Comprehensive Plan — Staging and Growth Plan — the Planning Commission recommended approval of the attached amendments to the Staging and Growth Plan of the Comprehensive Plan. Generally, the amendment would make the following changes: 1) Amend the Staging Period of all residential and mixed use property to be one time period later than in the existing plan. This would not apply to property which has an approved Stage I plan or to property in the 2026-2030 timeframe. 2 2) Amend the provision related to Staging Plan flexibility so property can "jump ahead" only two years (instead of a full staging period). Staff is requesting City Council discussion and direction on this item. See attached report. VIII. NEW BUSINESS A. Daniel Munsell — Easement Vacation — 3157 Wild Flower Trail — Public Hearing — Daniel Munsell, the owner of 3157 Wild Flower Trail, has requested that the City vacate the portion of the easement on the property in order to permit construction of a patio behind the home. The Applicant has agreed to dedicate a replacement easement which is slightly narrower than the existing easement. See attached staff report and resolution. Recommended Motion: Approve resolution vacating upland buffer easement on 3157 Wild Flower Trail B. Ordinance Regarding Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, and Similar Uses; Amending Chapter 8 of the City Code — The Planning Commission reviewed the Comprehensive Plan Amendment request from The Wealshire, LLC related to a proposed Memory Care Facility at the northwest corner of Mohawk and Chippewa. The Commission and City Council approved the requested Amendment, but also expressed interest in reviewing the zoning regulations related to these uses. Staff is requesting City Council review and direction on the zoning regulations. See attached staff report. Recommended Motion # 1: Approve ordinance regarding nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and similar uses; amending chapter 8 of the city code Recommended Motion # 2: Approve resolution authorizing publication of the ordinance by title and summary C. Resolution Establishing 2015 Appointments and Designations to Various City Services, Authorities, Commissions and Agencies — Staff is seeking Council discussion of the attached annual appointments list. Mayor Bob Mitchell has reviewed this document and made the City Council liaison recommendations. The Planning Commission has four openings and received five applicants and the Park Commission has three openings and received five applicants. Planning Commissioner Vicki Reid and Councilmember Kathy Martin have interviewed the Planning Commission candidates and recommended the appointments listed on the attached appointments list. Park Commissioner Madeleine Linck and Assistant to City Administrator Gallup have interviewed the Park Commission candidates and recommended the appointments on the attached list. See attached resolution. 3 Recommended Motion: Approve resolution establishing 2015 appointments and designations to various city services, authorities, commissions and agencies D. Saturday City Council Office Hours Discussion — The City Council has traditionally held office hours at City Hall on the third Saturday of the month. The meeting time is rarely utilized and staff is requesting Council direction on whether to continue the Saturday office hours in 2015. See attached signup sheet. IX. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT A. Clean-up Day Trees — Public Works Director Steve Scherer will provide an update on this topic and ask for Council direction to utilize the Environmental Fund to subsidize the cost of the tress for Clean-up Day in April. XI. APPROVAL TO PAY BILLS Recommended Motion: Motion to approve the bills, EFT 002927E-002962E for $82, 782.12, order check numbers 042263-042343 for $347,442.11, and payroll EFT 506100-506151 for $94, 027.28 and payroll check 020430 for 713.23. INFORMATION PACKET • Planning Department Update • Police Department Update • Public Works Department Update • Claims List 4 MEDINA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 16, 2014 The City Council of Medina, Minnesota met in special session on December 16, 2014 at 6:03 p.m. at the Medina City Hall, 2052 County Road 24, Medina, MN. I. Call to Order Members present: Martin, Martinson, Anderson, Pederson, Weir Members absent: Also present: Hamel Fire DepaiUnent Chief Jeff Ruchti, City Administrator Scott Johnson, City Planner Dusty Finke, Public Works Director Steve Scherer, and Public Safety Director Ed Belland. II. Crime Free Multi -housing Public Safety Director Ed Belland provided the City Council with information regarding crime free multi -housing programs in the area. The City Council directed staff to monitor issues regarding rental properties and to bring this item forward if issues become evident, but did not direct staff to move forward with a crime free multi -housing policy at this time. Staff was also directed to provide Maple Plain's and Wayzata's crime free multi -housing policies to the City Council. III. Hamel Fire Department Facility Discussion Staff requested Council direction on forming a task force with the Hamel Fire Department to look into planning for facilities and resources. Council directed staff to work with the Hamel Fire Department on a task force. The task force will include Council representation. IV. Discuss Building Code 1306 The City Council discussed building code 1306 which requires sprinkling of buildings under certain circumstances. The requirement was brought up during the business focus group meetings in October. Concerns were shared by business owners regarding the building code and using existing buildings for new uses without adding sprinkling. Public Safety officials at the meeting spoke in favor of keeping 1306 as a restriction because of life safety concerns. Staff was directed by Council to look into this item further and find out if financing of existing facilities requires sprinkling V. Stormwater Pond Maintenance Policy Public Works Director Steve Scherer provided a draft policy for Council review and comment. An updated draft will be brought forward at a future Work Session for further discussion. Medina City Council Special Meeting Minutes 1 December 16, 2014 Adjournment Weir closed the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Elizabeth Weir, Mayor Attest: Scott Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk Medina City Council Special Meeting Minutes 2 December 16, 2014 1 DRAFT 2 3 MEDINA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 16, 2014 4 5 The City Council of Medina, Minnesota met in regular session on December 16, 2014 at 6 7:05 p.m. in the City Hall Chambers. Mayor Weir presided. 7 8 I. ROLL CALL 9 10 Members present: Anderson, Pederson, Martin, Martinson, and Weir. 11 12 Members absent: None. 13 14 Also present: City Administrator Scott Johnson, City Attorney Ron Batty, City Engineer 15 Tom Kellogg, City Planner Dusty Finke, City Planning Consultant Nate Sparks, Public 16 Works Director Steve Scherer, Public Safety Director Ed Belland, and Recording 17 Secretary Amanda Staple. 18 19 II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (7:05 p.m.) 20 21 III. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA (7:05 p.m.) 22 Johnson requested to add two items to the agenda. The first item was a Closed Session 23 to Discuss Attorney/Client Privilege Regarding Stonegate Farms, Inc. V. the City of 24 Medina, and another titled Consideration of Settlement Agreement. 25 26 Moved by Martin, seconded by Anderson, to approve the December 16, 2014 agenda as 27 amended. Motion passed unanimously. 28 29 IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (7:07 p.m.) 30 31 A. Approval of the December 2, 2014 Special City Council Meeting Minutes 32 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Martinson, to approve the December 2, 2014 special 33 City Council meeting minutes as presented. Motion passed unanimously. 34 35 B. Approval of the December 2, 2014 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 36 It was noted on page one, line 51, "Batty offered an explanation of what had just 37 transpired with council members. Following the death of Tom Crosby, Weir was 38 appointed mayor, vacating her council seat. Martin was appointed to fill Weir's seat until 39 a special election could be held. The special election was held November 4 and 40 Pederson was elected to fill the last two years of Weir's term. Pederson resigned from 41 his previous council seat and took the oath of office for the seat he won at the special 42 election. Upon Pederson taking the oath of office, Martin's temporary appointment 43 expired. Martin was then appointed to fill the one month remaining in Pederson's term. 44 In January, Martin will begin serving a four-year term for the seat to which she was 45 elected at the general election on November 4." On page one, line 39, it should state, 46 "...to which Peterson was just appointed te." On page two, line 46, it should state, 47 "...recommended approval of...." On page four, line 21, it should state, "...confirmed 48 asked..." On page five, line 38, "it should state, "Anderson questioned asked how the 49 number of many jobs the facility would plan planned to hire." On page six, line four, it 50 should state, "...the any approval of the development..." On page seven, line 15, it 51 should state, "...planned for the south northeast and would terminate in the northwest Medina City Council Meeting Minutes 1 December 16, 2014 1 corner of the site." On page seven, line 45, it should state, "...which whom..." On page 2 eight, line nine, it should state, "so that it could be reconsidered..." On page ten, lines 3 11 and 25, it should state, "Denmin Denmann..." On page ten, line 32, it should state, 4 "...with the without..." On page 11, line seven, it should state, "...something innovative, 5 such as this, in order to do that preserve the golf course." On page 14, line 15, it should 6 state, "...caused to beyond... On page 14, line 20, it should state, "...advised noted..." 7 On page 14, line 21, it should state, "...that you do one does..." 8 9 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Pederson, to approve the December 2, 2014 regular 10 City Council meeting minutes as amended, pending the additional amendment from 11 Batty. Motion passed unanimously. 12 13 C. Approval of the December 8, 2014 Special City Council Meeting Minutes 14 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Martinson, to approve the December 8, 2014 special 15 City Council meeting minutes as presented. Motion passed unanimously. 16 17 V. CONSENT AGENDA (7:13 p.m.) 18 19 A. Approve 2015 Tobacco License Renewals 20 B. Appoint Erin Barnhart to Finance Director Position 21 C. Resolution No. 2014-89 Accepting Bob Mitchell's Resignation from the 22 Planning Commission 23 D. Resolution No. 2014-90 Accepting Donation from Tim Farrell 24 E. Resolution No. 2014-91 Declaring the Official Intent of the City of Medina to 25 Reimburse Certain Expenditures From the Proceeds of Bonds to be Issued 26 by the City 27 F. Resolution No. 2014-92 Recommending Eight Parcels be Classified as Non- 28 Conservation and be Sold at an Adjacent Owner Sale to The Rolling Green 29 Business Center Office Condominiums Association 30 G. Approve Letter of Support for Hennepin County's HISP Solicitation 31 Application and Project Trunk Highway 55 and County Road 116 32 Improvements 33 H. Resolution No. 2014-93 Approving a Mixed Use Stage II Plan and 34 Preliminary Plat for Medina Recreations, Inc. and Medina Leased Housing 35 Associates I Limited Partnership at 510 Clydesdale Trail 36 I. Resolution No. 2014-94 Approving a Comprehensive Plan Amendment 37 Regarding the Future Land Use of Property at Northwest Corner of Mohawk 38 Drive and Chippewa Road 39 J. Approve Addendum to Recording Secretary Service Agreement 40 Moved by Pederson, seconded by Anderson, to approve the consent agenda. Motion 41 passed unanimously. 42 43 VI. COMMENTS (7:16 p.m.) 44 45 A. Comments from Citizens on Items not on the Agenda 46 There were none. 47 48 B. Park Commission 49 Scherer reported that the Park Commission will meet the following night to discuss two 50 possible Boy Scout projects. 51 Medina City Council Meeting Minutes 2 December 16, 2014 t C. Planning Commission 2 Planning Commissioner Reid reported that the Planning Commission met on December 3 9th and first considered the Villas of Medina project, which the Council will consider 4 tonight. She stated that the Commission had discussed the item at the November 5 meeting and ultimately recommended denial because they did not feel it would qualify 6 for a PUD. She stated that Rachel Contracting had modified the plan following that 7 meeting. She stated that although the City would gain control over slightly more than 8 eight acres of woodland and wetland, the Commission did not feel this was a great gain 9 as the area contains wetlands and land that Rachel had not proposed to build on. She 10 highlighted some of the areas of discussion and noted that several residents of the 11 Shawnee Woods neighborhood commented regarding their concerns of the tree removal 12 of lot three and the potential runoff problems. She stated that the decision was hard for 13 the Commission, with only four members present, noting that ultimately there was a two 14 to two vote. She stated that the Commission also discussed land use designations and 15 plans, unanimously recommending approval of the changes to land use with a reduction 16 to the jump ahead period of two years. She stated that the Commission also discussed 17 nursing homes and senior housing projects, voting unanimously to recommend approval. 18 She reviewed the members of the Commission that were present at the meeting, and 19 which members voted in favor of the Villas of Medina project. 20 21 VII. PRESENTATIONS 22 23 A. Life Saving Awards (7:22 p.m.) 24 Belland asked that members of the Loretto Fire Department and Medina Police 25 Department in attendance come forward. He stated that tonight he and Chief Leuer 26 would be presenting Life Saving Awards to individuals for an event occurring on 27 November 10th involving Medina resident Nick Oeffling. He described the events that 28 took place at that time and the assistance that was provided by Ron Converse, Medina 29 Police Officer Keith Converse, and the members of the Loretto Fire Department. He 30 stated that the departments train and practice together and is proud to report that the 31 system works. He stated that this is an example of teamwork at its best, working to save 32 someone's life. 33 34 Chief Leuer presented the Live Saving Awards to Ron Converse, Keith Converse and 35 members of the Loretto Fire Department. He stated that the Loretto Lions donated the 36 Lucas Machine that was used to perform automatic CPR and the Department has 37 successfully used the machine to save three lives since that time. He stated that Nick 38 Oeffling has been a huge supporter of the Loretto Fire Department over the years. 39 40 Weir thanked everyone for their efforts on behalf of the City Council. 41 42 Leuer stated that the Fire Department will be donating $1,499 for the purchase of a new 43 elliptical machine for the Police fitness room. 44 45 Belland clarified that the fitness room is for all Medina City employees. 46 47 B. Prosecuting Attorney Steven Tallen with Tallen & Baertschi (7:30 p.m.) 48 Steven Tallen, Tallen & Baertschi, stated that he is present to request that the City 49 continue to use his services, noting that he has provided service to Medina for the past 50 29 years. He stated that he is not requesting an increase for his services as the inflation 51 rate for the year has been low. He stated that 2014 was a pretty quiet year, with the Medina City Council Meeting Minutes 3 December 16, 2014 1 exception of the Greenman/Segway case. He stated that the billing for his services has 2 decreased, noting changes to DUI procedures. He stated that it has been a pleasure to 3 work with the Medina City Council. 4 5 Johnson explained that this item will be handled at the annual appointments because 6 there is not an increase proposed. 7 8 Weir confirmed that the Council would like to continue with the services of Tallen & 9 Baertschi. 10 11 VIII. OLD BUSINESS 12 13 A. Villas at Medina Golf and Country Club General PUD/Preliminary Plat (7:34 14 p.m.) 15 Pederson recused himself from the discussion. 16 17 Weir stated that this is very familiar territory and asked for a very brief review. 18 19 Sparks stated that Reid did an excellent job summarizing the discussion of the Planning 20 Commission. He stated that the item was sent back to the Planning Commission for 21 further review of the amended plan, with the Commission providing a vote of two to two. 22 He summarized the comments of the Council that had been made at the December 2nd 23 City Council meeting, noting that the Planning Commission would support the comments 24 as conditions should the Council choose to approve the request. 25 26 Weir stated that this plan meets the requirements of the City. She recognized the 27 drainage concerns of the residents of Shawnee Woods and stated that the City would 28 need to follow up to ensure that the drainage complies, should this be approved tonight. 29 30 Chuck Alcon, Rachel Contracting, stated that they are comfortable with all the conditions 31 of the staff report, with the exception of the language regarding block three. He 32 explained that would alter the staging and construction and would impact many more 33 homes with the delayed staging. He asked for approval of the request subject to the 34 comments included in the staff report, with the exception of condition 1A. He confirmed 35 that the lots in block three could be pushed back from the roadway by 35 feet. 36 37 Weir stated that she had asked about the nature of the raised land across from Shawnee 38 Woods and learned that the berm would be a graduated slope and noted that the 39 drainage would be monitored and that old growth types of trees would be planted in that 40 area. 41 42 Eric Voltin, 630 Shawnee Woods Road, stated that he has attended all the meetings on 43 this matter. He stated that this proposal did not gain a passing vote at the Planning 44 Commission and asked that the number of units in block three be reduced by three lots. 45 He asked that the Council consider limiting parking to the south side of the road. 46 47 Alcon stated that originally the plan included 219 lots in the southeast corner, which was 48 reduced to 54 units, and ultimately the 43 lots proposed at this time. 49 Medina City Council Meeting Minutes 4 December 16, 2014 1 Steve Theesfeld, 600 Shawnee Woods Road, stated that there is a plan to create a 2 sidewalk and shift the homes 35 feet from the roadway. He asked if the old growth trees 3 could be left near the road and eliminate the sidewalk in that area. 4 5 Alcon advised that the trail alignment was agreed upon by the Park Commission. He 6 noted that the tree removal is not necessarily for the sidewalk but for drainage and utility 7 purposes. 8 9 Marty Campion, project engineer, advised that storm sewer, water main and sanitary 10 sewer are all being installed in the right-of-way, which will require the tree removal. 11 12 Kimberly Murrin, 290 Cherry Hills Trail, stated that the City does want to preserve open 13 space in Medina and believed that this proposal would allow the green space to remain. 14 She stated that this is a huge reduction in the number of homes that could have been 15 constructed on this area. She believed that the Country Club is important and a benefit 16 to the community. 17 18 Weir stated that this proposal meets the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan, the 19 requirements of the PUD, and also benefits the golf course. 20 21 Martin asked for information specific to the tree preservation ordinance specific to this 22 request. 23 24 Sparks stated that the tree preservation ordinance as applied to this site would include 25 the golf course property and platted residential lots to the north and west. He stated that 26 based on the removal calculations proposed the developer comes in under the 15 27 percent allowed removal for the site. 28 29 Martin stated that although she has some reservations she does believe that the 30 application falls within the PUD requirements and the tree preservation ordinance. 31 32 Moved by Martin, seconded by Anderson, to direct staff to prepare findings for approval 33 subject to the conditions noted in the staff report, modified as follows: delete condition 34 1A, modifying condition 1 C to reflect the 35 foot change to the front setback with the 35 exception of lots one and eight, modifying condition five to state that buffer landscape on 36 the outlots be populated with a significant amount of old growth trees similar to what is 37 found in that area, and adding condition 15 to state that at the developer's expense the 38 north side of Shawnee Woods Road would be signed for no parking and parking would 39 only be allowed on the south side of the road. Motion passed unanimously. 40 41 Pederson rejoined the Council. 42 43 IX. NEW BUSINESS 44 45 A. Soiney Right -of -Way Vacation — Public Hearing (7:56 p.m.) 46 Finke presented a request from the property owner at 2942 Ardmore for the vacation of 47 a portion of the existing Palm Street right-of-way adjacent to their property. He stated 48 that there are no street or utility improvements in the right-of-way. He stated that this 49 right-of-way provides access to City owned property adjacent to Lake Ardmore and 50 therefore would not support a full vacation of the right-of-way. He provided an aerial 51 photograph identifying the area proposed for vacation. He stated that the applicant has Medina City Council Meeting Minutes 5 December 16, 2014 I requested the vacation for the purpose of construction of a porch on the rear of their 2 property. He stated that another option would be to request a variance, but was unsure 3 that a hardship would have been justified. He stated that staff is recommending that 4 alternative easements be provided which could better meet public purposes. He 5 provided an amendment to the language for the vacated right-of-way provided by 6 Kellogg, should the Council approve the portion proposed for vacation. 7 8 Anderson confirmed that the applicant is proposing to construct the porch on the area 9 currently identified as a deck and would be within that footprint. 10 11 Finke stated that staff believed that with the proposed replacement easements, it would 12 be in the best interest of the public to vacate the portion requested. 13 14 Weir opened the public hearing at 8:04 p.m. 15 16 Bob Mitchell, 1745 North Willow, stated that he has no objection to the vacation but 17 noted that other homeowners may wish to vacate a portion of their right-of-way 18 easements as well. 19 20 Finke identified the adjacent property owners, noting that there would be two property 21 owners. He noted that staff would not be surprised if similar requests were made but 22 stated that staff would review those cases individually should they come forward. 23 24 Martinson questioned if the properties are accessed by Ardmore or Palm. 25 26 Finke stated that Palm is unimproved and reported that the homes have access off of 27 Ardmore. 28 29 Robin Reid, 2945 Ardmore, stated that she is an adjacent property owner and has no 30 objection to the request. She noted that they own another lot in the described area and 31 will not be submitting a similar request for either property. 32 33 Weir closed the public hearing at 8:06 p.m. 34 35 1. Resolution No. 2014-95 Vacating a Portion of the Palm Street Right- 36 of -Way Adjacent to 2942 Ardmore Avenue 37 Moved by Martinson, seconded by Anderson, to approve Resolution No. 2014-95 38 Vacating a Portion of the Palm Street Right -of -Way Adjacent to 2942 Ardmore Avenue, 39 amending the legal description recommended by the City Engineer. Motion passed 40 unanimously. 41 42 B. Ordinance No. 572 Amending Fee Schedule (8:07 p.m.) 43 Johnson presented the updated fee schedule for 2015, highlighting a few small changes 44 that had been suggested from the previous year. 45 46 1. Resolution No. 2014-96 Authorizing Publication of Ordinance by Title 47 and Summary 48 49 Moved by Martin, seconded by Anderson, to adopt Resolution No. 2014-96 Authorizing 50 Publication of Ordinance No. 572 by Title and Summary. Motion passed unanimously. 51 Medina City Council Meeting Minutes 6 December 16, 2014 1 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Martin, to adopt Ordinance No. 572 Amending the 2 Fee Schedule. Motion passed unanimously. 3 4 X. CLOSED SESSION 5 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Martin, to adjourn the meeting to closed session at 6 8:10 p.m. to discuss attorney client privileged matters regarding Stonegate Farms, Inc. v. 7 City of Medina. Motion passed unanimously. 8 9 The meeting reconvened to open session at 9:07 p.m. 10 11 A. Consideration of Settlement Agreement (9:07 p.m.) 12 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Martinson, to approve a contingent settlement 13 agreement by and between Stonegate Farm Inc., a Minnesota Corporation, and Property 14 Resources Development Corporation, Inc., a Minnesota Corporation, and the City of 15 Medina, a Minnesota municipal corporation as drafted on December 15, 2014. Motion 16 passed unanimously. 17 18 XI. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT (9:09 p.m.) 19 Johnson requested help from the City Council to recruit Planning Commission and Parks 20 Commission applicants. Johnson also requested input from the City Council on the date 21 and time of the 2015 Goals meeting. The City Council recommended January 20, 2014 22 at 4:00 p.m. 23 24 XII. MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL REPORTS (9:11 p.m.) 25 Mayor Weir provided an update on the Elm Creek Watershed TMDL and the Clean 26 Water Legacy Grant request for the Tower Drive project. She also provided an update 27 on the Northwest League of Cities meeting and a meeting with Brian O'Shea from the 28 Coalition Against Bigger Trucks. 29 30 XIII. APPROVAL TO PAY THE BILLS (9:13 p.m.) 31 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Pederson, to approve the bills, EFT 002907E- 32 002926E for $50, 971.06, order check numbers 042200-042262 for $263, 300.58, and 33 payroll EFT 506069-506099 for $49,156.14. Motion passed unanimously. 34 35 IV. ADJOURN 36 Moved by Martinson, seconded by Anderson, to adjourn the meeting at 9:15 p.m. 37 Motion passed unanimously. 38 39 40 41 Elizabeth Weir, Mayor 42 Attest: 43 44 45 Scott Johnson, City Administrator Medina City Council Meeting Minutes 7 December 16, 2014 Agenda Item # 2A Oath of Office of City Officer State of Minnesota, ) County of Hennepin ) ss. City of Medina I, Bob Mitchell, do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the United States and of the State of Minnesota, and discharge faithfully the duties of the office of Mayor of the City of Medina in the County of Hennepin and State of Minnesota, to the best of my judgment and ability. So help me God. Subscribed and sworn to before me this 6'h day of January, 2015. Bob Mitchell, Mayor Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator Agenda Item # 2B Oath of Office of City Officer State of Minnesota, ) County of Hennepin ) ss. City of Medina ) I, Kathleen Martin, do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the United States and of the State of Minnesota, and discharge faithfully the duties of the office of City Council of the City of Medina in the County of Hennepin and State of Minnesota, to the best of my judgment and ability. So help me God. Subscribed and sworn to before me this Oh day of January, 2015. Kathleen Martin, City Council Member Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator Agenda Item # 2C Oath of Office of City Officer State of Minnesota, ) County of Hennepin ) ss. City of Medina ) I, Lorie Cousineau, do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the United States and of the State of Minnesota, and discharge faithfully the duties of the office of City Council of the City of Medina in the County of Hennepin and State of Minnesota, to the best of my judgment and ability. So help me God. Subscribed and sworn to before me this Oh day of January, 2015. Lorie Cousineau, City Council Member Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator JANUARY SMTWT F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 FEBRUARY SMTWT F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 MARCH SMTWT F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 APRIL SMTWT F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 MAY SMTWT F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 JUN E SMTWT F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 JULY SMTWT F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 AUGUST SMTWT F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 SEPTEMBER SMTWT F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 OC fOBER SMTWT F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 NOVEMBER SMTWT F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 DECEMBER SMTWT F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 January 20th: 4 PM Goal Setting Session April 8th: 6:30 PM Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting August 4th: Night to Unite November 3rd. School District Elections MEDINA 0 0 0 0 0 2015 MEETING CALENDAR CITY COUNCIL - 7:00 pm 1st Tuesdays* WORK SESSION - 6:00 pm CITY COUNCIL - 7:00 pm 3rd Tuesdays* PLANNING COMMISSION - 7:00 pm 2nd Tuesdays* PARK COMMISSION - 7:00 pm 3rd Wednesdays* HOLIDAYS *unless otherwise noted MEDINA POLICE DEP MEMORANDUM Agenda Item # 5B 600 Clydesdale Trail Medina, MN 55340-9790 p: 763-473-9209 f: 763.473.8858 non -emergency: 763.525-62I0 Emergency 9-1-1 TO: City Administrator Scott Johnson and City Council FROM: Director Edgar J. Belland DATE: December 31, 2014 RE: Panasonic Warranty Agreement In February of 2014, we purchased five squad cameras from the Panasonic Corporation for our squads. We have been having intermittent issues with the system. I have requested that the warranty be enforced; Panasonic has agreed to warrant the cameras. Staff is requesting approval from the Council for the Mayor and Administrator Johnson to sign the warranty agreement with Panasonic. The agreement has been reviewed by City Attorney Ron Batty. SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTAND GENERAL RELEASE This Settlement Agreement (this "Agreement") is entered into as of this 18th day of December, 2014 (the "Effective Date"), by and between Panasonic System Communications Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America and all of its subsidiaries, affiliated companies, associated companies, parent companies, and holding companies together with all and any successors in title and assignees of any of the above (collectively "Panasonic"), and the city of Medina, a municipal corporation under the laws of Minnesota (the "City"). Panasonic together with the City are at times hereafter collectively referred to as the "Parties," and each individually, a "Party" Recitals WHEREAS, City purchased five (5) units of the Panasonic's MK2 Arbitrator product (the "Product") and maintains that the Product is faulty and does not function in accordance with the documentation; and WHEREAS, without any admission of liability or wrongdoing, Panasonic agrees to replace, at no charge to the City, the Product purchased by the City with five (5) units of the new, upgraded MK3 version of the Product that has substantially the same functionality ("Replacement Product"), and install it at City's site; and WHEREAS, the Parties wish to avoid the time and expense of litigation and to resolve any and all disputes between them, including without limitation all disputes arising from the allegedly faulty performance of the Product. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual releases, promises, covenants, representations, and warranties contained in this Agreement, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties hereby agree as follows. Agreement 1. Undertakings by Panasonic. Panasonic will deliver to the City at no charge a Replacement Product within 30 days of the execution of this Agreement. Panasonic will engage a third party installer to provide installation services for the delivered Replacement Product, within 30 days of the delivery to the City's site. The warranty period for the Replacement Product will be effective as of the date of installation at the City's site. 2. Release by City. City (on behalf of itself, its heirs, administrators, executors, successors and assigns, and to the fullest extent permitted by law) hereby releases Panasonic, as well as its parent, subsidiary and affiliated companies, officers, directors, agents, distributors, employees, licensees, and customers, and any party involved with the installation, repair and use of the Product therein, from any and all claims, demands and causes of action, whether known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, that have been or could have been asserted by City at any time from the beginning of time through the Effective Date, notwithstanding any federal foreign or state law right, rule or legal principle that may limit the release of unknown claims. 3. Representations. Warranties, and Covenants. Each Party hereby represents and warrants to and covenants to the other Party that such Party (a) has read and understands this Agreement, including the release set forth herein, and has entered into it voluntarily and without coercion; (b) has been advised, and has had the opportunity, to consult with legal counsel of its choosing with respect to this Agreement and the matters contemplated hereby; (c) is entering into this Agreement based upon its own investigation and is not relying on any representations or warranties of the other Party or any other person not set forth herein; (d) has not assigned or otherwise transferred any interest in any Claim which it may have against any other Party; (e) acknowledges that it is entering into this Agreement with full knowledge and understanding that in exchange for the benefits to be received as described herein, it is giving up certain valuable rights that such Party may now have or may later acquire; (f) has the legal authority to enter into this Agreement and perform its obligations hereunder; and (g) has duly executed this Agreement, and such Agreement constitutes the valid and binding obligation of such Party, enforceable against it in accordance with its terms, except as such enforceability may be limited by bankruptcy or similar laws affecting creditors' rights generally and general principles of equity. 4. Miscellaneous. (a) Severability. In the event that any provision of this Agreement is held to be void, voidable, or unenforceable, it shall be severed from this Agreement and the remaining portions hereof shall remain in full force and effect. (b) Modification; Waiver. This Agreement may not be amended or modified in any respect except by an instrument in writing signed by both Parties. No provision of this Agreement may be waived, except in writing executed by the Party entitled to enforcement of such provision. The failure of Party to require strict compliance with any provision of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver. The waiver by one Party of any provision or breach of this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of any other provision or breach of this Agreement. (c) Minnesota Data Practices Act. The Parties recognize that the City, as a municipal corporation and political subdivision of the state of Minnesota, is subject to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 13 (the "MGDPA"). This Agreement shall be administered in accordance with the MGDPA. (d) Survival of Representations and Warranties. The representations and warranties in this Agreement shall survive the Effective Date in perpetuity. (e) Attorneys' Fees in the Event of Dispute. If any legal action, dispute, or other proceeding arises or is commenced to interpret, enforce or recover damages for the breach of any term of this Agreement, the prevailing Party shall be entitled to recover from the non -prevailing Party all of its fees and costs in connection therewith, including, without limitation, its attorneys' fees and costs and costs of suit. (f) No Admission. This Agreement reflects, among other things, the compromise and settlement of disputed claims. Neither this Agreement nor any action taken to carry out this Agreement is or may be construed as, or may be used as, an admission or concession by or against any Party on any point of fact or law, or of any alleged fault, wrongdoing or liability whatsoever. The monies paid hereunder shall not be construed as the amount, if any, likely to be recovered by City in the event this matter were to have proceeded to trial. (g) Counterparts; Facsimile/ElectronicSignatures. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts and delivered by facsimile or via electronic means such as PDF, and each such counterpart and/or facsimile/electronic signature shall be deemed to be an original, and all of which when taken together shall constitute one executed agreement. (h) Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement and understanding of the Parties concerning the subject matter hereof and supersedes and replaces all prior negotiations, proposed agreements and agreements, written or oral, between the Parties. This Agreement may not be contradicted by evidence of any prior or contemporaneous agreement, Each Party acknowledges that neither the other Party, nor any agent or attorney of the other Party, has made any promise, representation or warranty whatsoever, express or implied, not contained herein concerning the subject matter hereof to induce it to execute this instrument, and acknowledges that it is not executing this Agreement in reliance on any such promise, representation or warranty not contained herein. No extrinsic evidence may be introduced in any judicial proceeding involving this Agreement. (i) Construction of Agreement. The Parties have been represented by counsel in the negotiation of this Agreement. Each Party has participated in, cooperated in, or contributed to the drafting and preparation of this Agreement. The Agreement shall be construed according to the fair intent of the language taken as a whole and not for or against any Party. The Agreement shall be interpreted and construed in accordance with Minnesota law, without regard to Minnesota choice of law principles. The Parties consent to jurisdiction and venue of the United States District Court for Minnesota, or in the event that federal jurisdiction is lacking, the courts of the state of Minnesota, for the purposes of adjudicating any disputes of whatever nature arising out of this Agreement. (j) Binding Effect. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the respective heirs, successors, assigns and corporate affiliates of the Parties. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have each approved and executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date. PANASONIC SYSTEM COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA CITY OF MEDINA By: Mayor And by: City Administrator -Clerk MEDINA POLICE DE MEMORANDUM Agenda Item # 5C 600 Clydesdale Trail Medina, MN 55340-9790 p: 763-473-9209 f: 763.473.8858 non -emergency: 763.525-62I0 Emergency 9-1-1 TO: City Administrator Scott Johnson and City Council FROM: Director Edgar J. Belland DATE: December29, 2014 RE: Donation Memo On December 26, 2014, Mayor Elizabeth Weir donated an elliptical exercise machine and a total gym workout machine to the City of Medina for the workout room at the public works police and facility. I would ask the City Council to accept the donation and direct myself to formally thank Mayor Weir for the donation. Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF MEDINA RESOLUTION NO. 2015- RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DONATION FROM ELIZABETH WEIR WHEREAS, Elizabeth Weir has generously offered to donate an elliptical exercise machine and a total gym workout machine (the "Donation") to the city of Medina (the "City"); and WHEREAS, the Donation will be dedicated to the workout room at the Medina Police and Public Works Facility; and WHEREAS, the City wishes to accept the Donation and express its gratitude to Elizabeth Weir for her generosity. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the city council of the city of Medina, Minnesota, that the City accepts the Donation and thanks Elizabeth Weir. Dated: January 6, 2015. Bob Mitchell, Mayor ATTEST: Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: And the following voted against same: Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Resolution No. 2015- January 6, 2015 MEDINA POLICE DEP MEMORANDUM Agenda Item # 5D 600 Clydesdale Trail Medina, MN 55340-9790 p: 763-473-9209 f: 763.473.8858 non-emergencys 763.525-62I0 Emergency 9-1-1 TO: City Administrator Scott Johnson and City Council FROM: Director Edgar J. Belland DATE: December 29, 2014 RE: Donation Memo On December 1, 2014, the Loretto Fire Department donated a check for $1,499.00 from their charitable gambling proceeds to the City of Medina for exercise equipment for the new workout room at the public works and police facility. I would ask the City Council to accept the donation and direct myself to formally thank the Loretto Fire Department for the donation. Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF MEDINA RESOLUTION NO. 2015- RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DONATION FROM LORETTO FIRE DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Loretto Fire Department has generously offered to donate $1,499.00 (the "Donation") to the city of Medina (the "City"); and WHEREAS, the Donation will be dedicated to the workout room at the Medina Police and Public Works Facility; and WHEREAS, the City wishes to accept the Donation and express its gratitude to the Loretto Fire Department for their generosity. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the city council of the city of Medina, Minnesota, that the City accepts the Donation and thanks the Loretto Fire Department. Dated: January 6, 2015. Bob Mitchell, Mayor ATTEST: Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: And the following voted against same: Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Resolution No. 2015- January 6, 2015 Agenda Item # SE Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF MEDINA RESOLUTION NO. 2015-XX A RESOLUTION RELATING TO PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON HAMEL ROAD FROM PINTO DRIVE TO 1300 FEET EAST OF PINTO DRIVE WHEREAS, this resolution was passed this 6th day of January, 2015, by the City of Medina (hereinafter "City") in Hennepin County, Minnesota; and WHEREAS, the City has planned street improvements to Hamel Road, in the City of Medina, Minnesota; and WHEREAS, the City will be expending Municipal State Aid funds on the improvement of this roadway; and WHEREAS, this improvement does not provide adequate width for parking on both sides of Hamel Road between Pinto Drive to 1300 feet east of Pinto Drive, and approval of the proposed construction as a Municipal State Aid project must, therefore, be conditioned upon certain parking restrictions. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council for the City of Medina, Minnesota that parking of motor vehicles shall be banned on the north side of Hamel Road from Pinto Drive to 1300 feet east of Pinto Drive. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the effective date of this resolution will be January 6, 2015. Dated: January 6, 2015. Bob Mitchell, Mayor ATTEST: Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Resolution No. 2015-xx January 6, 2015 And the following voted against same: Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Resolution No.2015-xx January 6, 2015 Agenda Item # 5F Member _ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF MEDINA RESOLUTION NO.2015-xx RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING AND HONORING MAYOR ELIZABETH WEIR FOR DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE CITY OF MEDINA WHEREAS, Elizabeth Weir has provided years of public service to the Medina community as a City Council Member from November 16, 2004 through April 16, 2013, as a Planning Commissioner from June 3, 1997 through December 2004 and as Mayor of Medina from April 16, 2013 through December 2014; and WHEREAS, throughout Mayor Weir's service to the City of Medina several significant projects have taken place including: ■ The Uptown Hamel Redevelopment District and infrastructure improvements; ■ The City's 2000-2020 and 2010-2030 Comprehensive Plan adoption; ■ Rewrote the Planning Commission By-laws to include an orientation process and mentoring for new members; ■ Strengthened the role of City Council liaison positions to commissions; ■ Completion of numerous park improvements including the Field House, the Hamel Community Building; playground equipment, Medina Lake Preserve, Rainwater Nature Area and Tomann Preserve; ■ Creation of a Financial Management Plan and Road Improvement Funding Policy; ■ Land Use Development approvals including Wild Meadows, Bridgewater at Lake Medina, Gramercy at Elm Creek, Medina Clydesdale Marketplace (Target) project, Open Systems International, Hamel Station, Lennar — Enclave, Lennar — Brockton, Fields of Medina, and Reserve of Medina; ■ Construction of the Hamel Water Treatment Facility; ■ Purchasing and renovating the new Public Works/Police Facility at 600 Clydesdale Trail; and ■ Receiving substantial grants to complete the Loretto Ponds project and Tower Drive project WHEREAS, Mayor Weir provided extraordinary leadership and guidance on city finance and general budget matters, public improvement projects and matters related to the efficient planning for the City; and WHEREAS, Mayor Weir has pioneered the implementation of a variety of environmental practices that will help to preserve Medina's open spaces, woodlands and greenway corridors; and WHEREAS, during Mayor Weir's term as Mayor she has been recognized with the 2014 Minnesota Women in City Government Leadership Award, Lake Independence Citizens Resolution No. 2015-XX January 6, 2015 Associations' Friends -of -the -Lake Award, and an Outstanding Contribution Award given by the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District; and THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Medina acknowledges and thanks Mayor Weir for her years of service to the community. Dated: January 6, 2015. Bob Mitchell, Mayor Attest: Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator - Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: And the following voted against same: Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Resolution No. 2015-XX 2 January 6, 2015 Agenda Item # 5G Member _ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF MEDINA RESOLUTION NO.2015-xx RECOGNIZING MELISSA MARTINSON FOR FOUR YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE CITY OF MEDINA WHEREAS, Melissa Martinson has completed four years of dedicated service to the City of Medina; and WHEREAS, Martinson has served as a member of the City Council from 2011 through present; and WHEREAS, throughout Councilmember Martinson's service to the City of Medina several significant projects have taken place including: Completed the Loretto Pond Phosphorous Removal Grant Project. Land Use Development approvals including Lennar — Enclave, Lennar — Brockton, Fields of Medina, and Reserve of Medina; Purchasing and renovating the new Public Works/Police Facility at 600 Clydesdale Trail; Received the 2014 League of Minnesota Cities "City of Excellence Award" for the new Public Works/Police Facility at 600 Clydesdale Trail; and Served on the committee to design and purchase playground equipment for the new Park at Fields of Medina; and WHEREAS, Councilmember Martinson provided leadership and guidance on employee compensation and general budget matters, park issues and matters related to the efficient delivery of services for the City ; and THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Medina acknowledges and thanks Councilmember Martinson for her years of service to the community. Dated: January 6, 2015. Attest: Resolution No. 2015-XX January 6, 2015 Bob Mitchell, Mayor Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator - Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: And the following voted against same: Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Resolution No. 2015-XX 2 January 6, 2015 Agenda Item # 5H Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF MEDINA RESOLUTION NO. 2015- RECOGNIZING ANN THIES FOR HER SERVICE TO THE CITY OF MEDINA ON THE MEDINA PARK COMMISSION WHEREAS, Ann Thies has served as a member of the Park Commission from January 1, 2006 through December 2014; and WHEREAS, Ann Thies has served as Chair of the Park Commission in 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2014; and WHEREAS, throughout Park Commissioner Thies' service to the City of Medina several significant park projects have taken place including: • Installation of new playground equipment in Hamel Legion Park • Implementation of Uniform Park Signs • Construction of the Field House in Hamel Legion Park • Construction of the County Road 116 Trail • Acquisition of Tomann Preserve • Adoption of Friends of the Park program and Tobacco Free Parks program • Creation of the Hamel Legion Park Master Landscape Plan • Creation of the Park and Trail Master Plan • Acquisition of the Park at Fields of Medina WHEREAS, Park Commission Chair Thies provided leadership and guidance on the creation and multiple updates of the City's Trail Plan; and THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Medina acknowledges and thanks Park Commission Chair Thies for her years of service to the community. Dated: January 6, 2015. Bob Mitchell, Mayor Attest: Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator - Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Resolution No. 2015- January 6, 2015 and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: And the following voted against same: Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Resolution No. 2015- 2 January 6, 2015 Agenda Item # 7A 1 CITY OF MEDINA ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOR "VILLAS AT MEDINA COUNTRY CLUB" AND AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP THE CITY COUNCIL OF MEDINA, MINNESOTA ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The City of Medina received a request to change the zoning classification of the following legally described property: The Southwest Quarter of Section 1, Township 118, Range 23, Hennepin County, Minnesota, which lies east of the West 40 feet of said Southwest Quarter. and That part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 12, Township 118, Range 23, lying Easterly of the most easterly line of Lot 3, Auditor's Subdivision Number 241, Hennepin County, Minnesota, and the northerly extension of said most easterly line to the north line of said Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter. and That part of the north half of the Northwest Quarter of Section 12, Township 118, Range 23, described as follows: Beginning at the northwest corner of said north half of the Northwest Quarter; thence east along the north line of said north half of the Northwest Quarter to the northerly extension of the most easterly line of Lot 3, Auditor's Subdivision Number 241, Hennepin County, Minnesota; thence southerly along said northerly extension of the most easterly line to the most northerly line of Alpana Second Addition; thence westerly along said most northerly line and its westerly extension to the west line of said north half of the Northwest Quarter; thence north along said west line to the point of beginning, which lies east of the west 40 feet of said north half of the Northwest Quarter. Section 2. The official zoning map is amended as depicted on the map in Exhibit A, attached hereto. The following lots are hereby rezoned to PUD, Planned Unit Development: Lots 1 through 28, Block 1; Lots 1 through 7, Block 2; Lots 1 through 8, Block 3; Lot 1, Block 4; Outlot A; all in the Villas at Medina Country Club, Hennepin County, Minnesota Section 3. The Villas at Medina Country Club Planned Unit Development General Plan is hereby approved. A. All entitlements, including but not limited to, allowed dwelling units, allowed uses, location and boundaries of the sub -districts and development standards established within this PUD District are hereby set forth by the Villas at Medina Country Club General Plan dated November 4, 2014 (with certain revisions dated November 19, 2014) incorporated herein by reference as Exhibit B and as may be modified by this ordinance and Resolution 2015-_ approving the preliminary plat for "Villas at Medina Country Club". B. Any allowed uses and standards not specifically addressed by this Ordinance shall be subject to the requirements set forth by the City of Medina Zoning Ordinance. C. All landscaping and buffer yard plantings shall be provided in the manner represented on the General Plan, except as may be modified by Resolution 2015- Section 4. Sub -districts. For the purposes of this PUD District, the following sub - districts shall be established: A. Block 1 B. Block 2 C. Block 3 D. Block 4 The name of each sub -district corresponds with a block number identified on the PUD General Plan. Section 5. Allowed Uses. The allowed uses within the PUD District and its various sub -districts defined by the Planned Unit Development Plan shall include the following base entitlements: A. Block 1. All permitted uses, permitted accessory uses, and conditional uses within the R2 District shall be allowed within this sub -district. B. Block 2. All permitted uses, permitted accessory uses, and conditional uses within the R2 District shall be allowed within this sub -district. C. Block 3. All permitted uses, permitted accessory uses, and conditional uses within the R1 District shall be allowed within this sub -district. D. Block 4. Private/Institutional outdoor recreation shall be allowed within this sub- district as a conditional use subject to the same terms and conditions as found in the PS, Public/Semi-Public Zoning District related to this use. Section 6. Lot Area and Dimensional Requirements. Lot requirements for the various sub -districts shall conform to the general width and area of the lots as represented on the PUD General Plan. Section 7. Lot Setback and Performance Standards. All standards not specified by this ordinance are to be the same as found in the Medina Zoning Ordinance for the specified underlying zoning district identified below. The following setback and performance standards are hereby in place for the Villas at Medina Country Club Planned Unit Development: A. All construction on lots in Block 1 shall adhere to the minimum standards of the R2 Zoning District except as follows: 1. The front yard setback to a side loaded garage may be 14 feet provided garage doors do not face the street and if garage walls facing the street include a window or architectural elements to give the appearance of living space. 2. Driveways may be setback 1 foot from the property line. B. All construction on lots in Block 2 shall adhere to the minimum standards of the R2 Zoning District except as follows: 1. The front yard setback to a street facing garage may be 25 feet. C. All construction on lots in Block 3 shall adhere to the minimum standards of the R1 Zoning District except as follows: 1. The minimum front yard setback shall be 35 feet for Lots 2 through 7. 2. The minimum side yard setback shall be 10 feet. D. All construction in Block 4 shall adhere to the minimum standards of The PS Zoning District. Section 8. Construction Standards. The principal buildings constructed within this Planned Unit Development District shall comply with the requirements of the Medina Zoning Ordinance For Blocks 1 through 3 the buildings shall be generally consistent with the building elevations and floor plans submitted with the PUD District General Plan, except as may be approved as an amendment to the PUD General Plan in accordance with the procedures set forth by the Zoning Ordinance. Section 9. This Ordinance shall not apply to the parcel identified as Outlot B on the General Plan which is to be conveyed to the City to satisfy Park Dedication requirements and to meet the objectives and purpose of the Planned Unit Development district. This property shall retain the original zoning of PS, Public/Semi-Public. Section 10. The City of Medina Zoning Administrator is hereby directed to publish and place this ordinance into effect and to make the appropriate changes to the official zoning map of the City of Medina to reflect the change in zoning classifications as set forth above only upon recording of the Villas at Medina Country Club plat. Section 11. A copy of this Ordinance and the updated map shall be kept on file at the Medina City Hall. Section 12. This Ordinance shall be effective upon its passage, recording of the Villas at Medina Country Club plat, and subsequent publication. Adopted by the Medina City Council this 6th day of January 2015. CITY OF MEDINA By: Robert Mitchell, Mayor Attest: By: Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk Published in the South Crow River News on this day of , 2015 Agenda Item # 7A2 Member _ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption. CITY OF MEDINA RESOLUTION NO. 2015-## RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PUBLICATION OF ORDINANCE NO. ### BY TITLE AND SUMMARY WHEREAS, the city council of the city of Medina has adopted Ordinance No. ###, an ordinance establishing a planned unit development district for "Villas at Medina Country Club" and amending the official zoning map; and WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes § 412.191, subdivision 4 allows publication by title and summary in the case of lengthy ordinances or those containing charts or maps; and WHEREAS, the ordinance is six pages in length and contains a map; and WHEREAS, the city council believes that the following summary would clearly inform the public of the intent and effect of the ordinance. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the city council of the city of Medina that the city administrator -clerk shall cause the following summary of Ordinance No. ### to be published in the official newspaper in lieu of the ordinance in its entirety, but only upon recording of the Villas at Medina Country Club plat: Public Notice The city council of the city of Medina has adopted Ordinance No. ###, an ordinance establishing a planned unit development district for "Villas at Medina Country Club" and amending the official zoning map. The ordinance rezones certain property east of County Road 116 and south of Shawnee Woods Road to Planned Unit Development (PUD), establishing alternative development standards to the standard zoning requirements of the City related to residential development along the west and north of the Medina Golf and Country Club and the continued operation of the Club. The full text and map exhibits of Ordinance No. ### are available from the city administrator -clerk at Medina city hall during regular business hours. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the city council of the city of Medina that the city administrator -clerk keep a copy of the ordinance in his office at city hall for public inspection and that he post a full copy of the ordinance in a public place within the city. Resolution No. 2015-## January 6, 2015 Dated: January 6, 2015 Robert Mitchell, Mayor ATTEST: Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: And the following voted against same: (Absent:) Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Resolution No. 2015-## 2 January 6, 2015 Agenda Item # 7A3 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF MEDINA RESOLUTION 2015- RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAT AND ESTABLISHING FINDINGS OF FACT FOR A GENERAL PLAN PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR A SUBDIVISION TO BE KNOWN AS "VILLAS AT MEDINA COUNTRY CLUB" WHEREAS, the city of Medina (the "City") is a municipal corporation, organized and existing under the laws of Minnesota; and WHEREAS, Fairways of Rolling Green Limited Partnership and the Medina Golf and Country Club (the "Owner") owns property in the City (the "Property") which is legally described as: The Southwest Quarter of Section 1, Township 118, Range 23, Hennepin County, Minnesota, which lies east of the West 40 feet of said Southwest Quarter. and That part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 12, Township 118, Range 23, lying Easterly of the most easterly line of Lot 3, Auditor's Subdivision Number 241, Hennepin County, Minnesota, and the northerly extension of said most easterly line to the north line of said Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter. and That part of the north half of the Northwest Quarter of Section 12, Township 118, Range 23, described as follows: Beginning at the northwest corner of said north half of the Northwest Quarter; thence east along the north line of said north half of the Northwest Quarter to the northerly extension of the most easterly line of Lot 3, Auditor's Subdivision Number 241, Hennepin County, Minnesota; thence southerly along said northerly extension of the most easterly line to the most northerly line of Alpana Second Addition; thence westerly along said most northerly line and its westerly extension to the west line of said north half of the Northwest Quarter; thence north along said west line to the point of beginning, which lies east of the west 40 feet of said north half of the Northwest Quarter.; and WHEREAS, Rachel Contracting LLC (the "Developer") has made an application for a general plan planned unit development and preliminary plat for the Property; and WHEREAS, the Owner and Developer are collectively referred herein as the "Applicants"; and WHEREAS, the Applicants are proposing to develop the Property as a planned unit development with 43 residential units in addition to the existing golf course, country club, and accessory buildings and uses; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on November 12, 2014 and further reviewed the application at the December 9, 2014 meeting; and WHEREAS, the City Council reviewed the proposed development and the Planning Commission recommendation on December 2, 2014 and December 16, 2014; and WHEREAS, the Property is guided in the Comprehensive Plan for a Private Recreation use which allows recreational and limited residential uses; and WHEREAS, the City Council makes the following findings of fact in regards to the general plan planned unit development: a. The proposed plan is compatible with the standards, purposes and intent of the PUD Ordinance b. The plan is consistent with the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan. c. The plan will not have a negative impact on the neighborhood in which it is to be located. d. The plan provides for adequate internal site organization, uses, densities, circulation, parking facilities, public facilities, recreational areas, open spaces, buffering, and landscaping; and WHEREAS, the City Council makes the following findings of fact in regards to the preliminary plat based on the requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance: a. The proposed preliminary plat is consistent 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. The proposed subdivision will not cause substantial environmental damage. d. The proposed subdivision is not likely to be injurious to public health. e. 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 preliminary plat approval and finds it to be consistent with the general plan planned unit development subject to the terms and conditions herein: 1. The Property shall be zoned PUD, with the exception of the proposed City parkland, which shall remain Public/Semi-Public. 2. The Developer shall install all improvements shown on the plans received by the City on November 5, 2014 and November 18, 2014 unless modified herein. The Developer shall submit final construction plans for review and approval by the City Engineer prior to any construction. 3. The Developer shall provide to a City a letter of credit prior to any site construction in an amount recommended by the City Engineer to ensure completion of the required improvements. 4. The Developer shall update the plans so that the curb on the north side of Shawnee Woods Road are placed no further north than the edge of the gravel. 5. The Developer shall update plans to increase the width of the sidewalk between County Road 116 and Block 3 as recommended by the Public Works Director. 6. The north side of Shawnee Woods Road shall be signed for no parking. 7. Association documents shall be provided for review and approval by the City Attorney. 8. Wetland buffer planting plans shall be provided for review and approval by the City Planner. 9. The buffer yard planting plan shall be revised to meet the standards of Section 828.31 including but not limited to, minimum plantings on the exterior of the fence. 10. The tree inventory shall include the trees within the Shawnee Woods Road right-of-way. Tree calculations related to the City's tree preservation ordinance shall include these trees. 11. Two trees on each lot consistent with R1 and R2 District standards shall be provided for in the landscaping plan. 12. The landscaping plan shall be revised to include additional maple, basswood, and oak trees. 13. Ponds in the golf course used for drainage by this development will require access easements and maintenance agreements satisfactory to the City. Tree removal related to these pond improvements shall be incorporated in the tree calculations related to the City's tree preservation ordinance 14. The final design of the street and trail in the northwest corner of the site shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 15. All comments from the City Attorney, City Engineer, and Hennepin County shall be addressed. 16. The Applicants shall enter into a development agreement with the City, which shall include the conditions described in this approval as well as other requirements by City ordinance or policy. 17. No lawn or landscape irrigation systems shall be permitted to be connected to the City water system and this regulation shall be disclosed to prospective buyers. The Applicant shall provide details of alternative irrigation measures prior to construction, if such a system is proposed. 18. The Developer shall obtain necessary approvals and permits from the Elm Creek Watershed District, Hennepin County, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, the Minnesota Department of Health, the Metropolitan Council, and other relevant agencies. 19. The application for final plat shall be submitted to the City within 180 days of preliminary approval or the preliminary plat shall be considered void, unless a written request for time extension is submitted by the Developer and approved by the City Council. 20. The Developer shall pay to the City a fee in an amount sufficient to reimburse the City for the cost of reviewing the Planned Unit Development, preliminary plat, construction plans, and other relevant documents. Dated January 6, 2015. Attest: By: Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk By: Robert Mitchell, Mayor The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: And the following voted against same: Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Agenda Item # 7B MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Mitchell and Members of the City Council FROM: Dusty Finke, City Planner; through City Administrator Scott Johnson DATE: December 30, 2014 MEETING: January 6, 2015 City Council SUBJ: Comprehensive Plan —Staging and Growth Plan; Projections Background The Planning Commission has held three public hearings and discussed the study of the Staging and Growth Plan as well as potential amendments. The City Council also discussed the potential amendment at their October 21 meeting. The Council had discussion fairly similar to that of the Planning Commission. The Council suggested that another matter to consider may be to even out the land uses among the Staging periods. Two Council members believed it was important to enact an amendment to the Staging and Growth Plan relatively soon, and prior to the City's full consideration of the next decennial update. Following the numerous hearings and feedback from the City Council, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the attached amendments to the Staging and Growth Plan of the Comprehensive Plan. Generally, the amendment would make the following changes: 1) Amend the Staging Period of all residential and mixed use property to be one time period later than in the existing plan. This would not apply to property which has an approved Stage I plan or to property in the 2026-2030 timeframe. 2) Amend the provision related to Staging Plan flexibility so property can "jump ahead" only two years (instead of a full staging period). The reports from the September and October Planning Commission meetings are attached for reference. This report is essentially the same as was presented to the Planning Commission at their December meeting. An excerpt from their December discussion is attached for reference. Land Use by Staging Period Following the feedback from the City Council, staff analyzed the planned land uses by Staging Period. The table to the right summarizes the total net acreage planned for development in the existing Comp Plan. The far right column shows the amount of acreage which would need to be included in each of the four Staging Periods (2009-2015, 2016-2020, 2021-2025, 2026-2030) if the goal was to divide the land uses equally across each period. The following table shows the net acreage of Net Acres (All Periods) Acreage per Staging Period Low Density 391 97.75 Medium Density 169 42.25 High Density 75 18.75 Mixed Use 202 50.5 Commercial 89 22.25 Business 318 79.5 Staging/Growth Plan Page 1 of 3 January 6, 2015 Comprehensive Plan Amendment City Council Meeting each land use within each of the Staging Periods (prior to consideration of any amendments). The second column under each Staging Period shows the amount that the aggregate acreage of each use exceeds (or is short of) that which would be expected if there were equal amounts of acreage in each Staging Period. Planned Land Use by Staging Period (Existing Staging Plan) 2009-2015 2016-2020 2021-2025 2026-2030 Net Acres Deviation Net Acres Deviation Net Acres Deviation Net Acres Deviation Low Density 227 129.3 132 163.5 32 97.8 0 0.0 Medium Density 169 126.8 0 84.5 0 42.3 0 0.0 High Density 0 (18.8) 0 (37.5) 0 (56.3) 75 0.0 Mixed Use 92 41.5 0 (9.0) 62 2.5 48 0.0 Commercial 32 9.8 12 (0.5) 0 (22.8) 45 0.0 Business 81 1.5 105 27.0 60 7.5 72 0.0 The following table shows the same information, if the proposed amendment to the Staging Plan (delaying all residential and mixed use property by one Staging Period) were to be adopted. Planned Land Use by Staging Period (w/ Proposed Staging Plan Amendment) 2009-2015 2016-2020 2021-2025 2026-2030 Net Acres Deviation Net Acres Deviation Net Acres Deviation Net Acres Deviation Low Density 195 97.3 32 31.5 132 65.8 32 0.0 Medium Density 121 78.8 48 84.5 0 42.3 0 0.0 High Density 0 (18.8) 0 (37.5) 0 (56.3) 75 0.0 Mixed Use 92 41.5 0 (9.0) 0 (59.5) 110 0.0 Commercial 32 9.8 12 (0.5) 0 (22.8) 45 0.0 Business 81 1.5 105 27.0 60 7.5 72 0.0 These tables illustrate that the existing Staging Plan places much of the residential development in the earliest Staging Periods. This is the case even if the City proceeds with the proposed amendment to the Staging Plan. If leveling out the uses within each Staging Period is the goal, this analysis would suggest: 1) An excess of Low Density and Medium Density residential land uses are still within the earliest Staging Plans 2) The existing phasing of Mixed Use property is actually fairly constant under the existing Staging Plan and the proposed Amendment would cause this land use to be more heavily loaded in the later Staging Periods. Staging/Growth Plan Page 2 of 3 January 6, 2015 Comprehensive Plan Amendment City Council Meeting Additional Matters for Discussion Flexible Staging Periods (Ability to "Jump Ahead" ) The Planning Commission originally discussed removing the ability for a property to "jump ahead" and develop one Staging Period early. In subsequent discussions, it was pointed out that developing early is tied to an incentive -based system which requires such a development to exceed general City development standards. The Commission ultimately decided to reduce the flexibility so that a property could only "jump ahead" two years. Concentration of Development A number of Commissioners have touched on this point, but staff believes it is worth repeating. Commissioners have wondered if, in addition to concerns related to the overall amount of residential growth, much of the concern relates to the fact that such a high proportion of the growth is concentrated in a small geographical area. A number of Commissioners and Council members have pointed out the fact that the proposed amendment would not have much of an effect on this. In order to address this concern, the City would need to delay development in the eastern portion of the City more than a single Staging Period. Planning Commission Recommendation The proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan are attached at the back of this report. Staff has also included previous reports on this subject for reference, but not all attachments, as they are substantial in terms of pages and have been provided previously. If anyone would like any of this information again, please contact me. The Planning Commission recommends approval of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment which would generally make the following changes: 1) Amend the Staging Period of all residential and mixed use property to be one time period later than in the existing plan. This would not apply to property which has an approved Stage I plan or to property in the 2026-2030 timeframe. 2) Amend the provision related to Staging Plan flexibility so property can "jump ahead" only two years (instead of a full staging period). Attachments 1. Excerpt from DRAFT December 9, 2014 Planning Commission minutes 2. October 14, 2014 Planning Commission Staff Report (w/o attachments) 3. September 9, 2014 Planning Commission Staff Report (w/o attachments) 4. Proposed amendments to Chapter 3 5. Proposed amendments to Chapter 5 6. Proposed amendments to Map 5-3 Staging/Growth Plan Page 3 of 3 January 6, 2015 Comprehensive Plan Amendment City Council Meeting Medina Planning Commission Excerpt from DRAFT 12/9/2014 Meeting Minutes Comprehensive Plan Amendment — Amending the Staging/Growth Plan, Community Background Chapter, Land Use and Growth Chapter, the Comprehensive Sewer Plan and the Water Supply and Distribution Plan. Finke explained that the application was not heard at the Nov. meeting because of a lengthy agenda; however, they did recommend that mailing a notice was appropriate prior to the next meeting. Finke said the Commission recommended that any property with Stage 1 approval not be amended. Commission recommended staff to look at the possibility of evening out land uses amongst staging periods. The recommended Staging and Growth Map was explained to the Commission. He said the total acreage was divided into four staging periods and if one of the goals was to get an approx. equal mix within each staging period the chart would assist in accomplishing it going forward. He provided an example that if the City had 400 acres of low density residential available, the 400 acres could be divided into four staging periods with 100 acres in each staging period. He said the staging growth plan would have a lot of low and medium density in the first 10 years. It does bring low density to an equal distribution over each of the staging periods. The mixed use on the tail end does fall behind. The high density and commercial wouldn't be impacted. Additional discussion items were: 1. Flexible staging periods ("jump ahead" provision) with an incentive based criteria. 2. Concentration for development within staging periods. Staging periods would still include large amounts of contiguous property. Finke said the future land use plan with phasing periods was not updated for the presentation. R. Reid asked how much single family acreage development was currently available. Finke said 45 acres of low density, 54 acres of medium density and 43 acres of mixed use which included the DR Horton property. V. Reid said if our objective was to slow growth, she wanted to know if we could still do more. Finke said yes. R. Reid said she isn't sure the proposal is going to do much. V. Reid asked what the Commissioners objectives were. She said the Medina community survey asked what made Medina special and 74 percent of residents said maintaining its rural character and others said its location and quality of life in general. She said if the residents are stating they want to maintain Medina's rural character then her objective would be to slow growth down. R. Reid was hoping to avoid going through all of the material since the Comprehensive Plan would be coming up so soon. She said she is hoping they only look at the years 2015 -2016 as a short term patch to the issue. Mitchell said the building permit chart indicated that staff estimated 114 housing units for 2014 and asked how many had been issued to date. Finke said to date we are around 100 units and would project 2015 to be less. Mitchell said he appreciated the reductions the Met Council had given without a lot of pushback. He noted that he doesn't want to discourage all development. He said if you want to open a drug store you would want to have residential development in the area. He was curious what kind of band aid can we put on quickly and have an effect. R. Reid would like to really limit residential until the comp plan is reviewed. R. Reid asked if in 2017 a developer came in could the City postpone it. Finke noted that whatever Staging Plan was on 1 Medina Planning Commission Excerpt from DRAFT 12/9/2014 Meeting Minutes the book at that point would need to be followed. He said a moratorium could be discussed at that time, depending on the circumstances, which would be allowed to stay in place for 12 months. V. Reid asked Mitchell what benefits development brought to all of the city. She stated that the impacts of development are really tipped to those north of State Hwy 55, and people in other locations who are not impacted are still benefitted. Mitchell suggested starting by stating the problems which lead people to suggest slowing growth. V. Reid said congestion, views, and roadways. While the bulk of the congestion is coming from Corcoran, Medina doesn't need to contribute more to it. R. Reid said she's agreeable to what's on the map proposed by staff. White asked how much do we want for developments. If don't want any in the yellow cross hatched then that area needs to be shifted out two staging periods. V. Reid said she'd prefer pushing out two periods rather than a moratorium. R. Reid said the market hasn't done the City any favors with all the development. Weir suggested to even out growth for budgeting reason. The Comp Plan with start in 2015. She agreed with Williams and Nolan at earlier meetings that we really need more careful study and how best likely to even out the development. One option would be to delay any revision since process will begin in 9 months. The delay of one leap ahead, is simply a two year holding period. If the City completed the Comp plan revision in 2017, this amendment wouldn't be disaster if used to slow growth and even things out. Council could work with either way or the recommended delay in staging plan. The sewer became available in the NE corner which has caused for all the growth. R. Reid asked if some of the areas allowed to develop currently would be delayed until 2016 and Finke confirmed. Without removing the" jump ahead" provisions they could still develop in 2015. Joe Cavanaugh 275 Lakeview Road asked if the memory care facility they have under review if it was impacted by the Amendment. Finke explained they are not proposing to exclude any pending applications. Motion by V. Reid, seconded by R. Reid, to approve the Comprehensive Plan Amendment presented with the following changes: 1) Not amending the property at the northwest corner of Mohawk Drive and Chippewa Road which was recently changed to General Business, 2) Allow flexibility in the Staging Period for a two year jump ahead. Mitchell stated that he suggests the jump ahead be allowed longer than shorter. White stated that she agreed. Motion carries (Absent: Nolan, Foote, Williams) 2 MEMORANDUM TO: Planning Commission FROM: Dusty Finke, City Planner DATE: October 9, 2014 MEETING: October 14, 2014 Planning Commission SUBJ: Comprehensive Plan Amendment — Staging and Growth Plan; Projections Background At the July 15 meeting, the City Council directed staff to initiate a study of the City's Staging and Growth Plan. This direction came following discussions related to concerns raised to the City Council members of the rapid pace of residential development over the past few years, and the impact that such development has on infrastructure and services. There were also discussions related to the Metropolitan Council's adoption of the Thrive MSP2040 plan. The Thrive documents include projections of population, household, and employment growth in the various communities in the metropolitan areas. The projections show less growth in Medina than was previously projected and planned for. With these two factors in mind, the City Council directed staff to initiate a study of the Staging/Growth Plan of the Comprehensive Plan. The study is intended to assist the Planning Commission and City Council in determining whether to consider amendments to the Staging/Growth Plan. The City Council specifically limited the scope of the study to the Staging/Growth Plan. Matters related to planned land uses, the extent and location of the MUSA (Metropolitan Urban Service Area), and so forth are planned to be discussed in the next few years as the City updates the entire Comprehensive Plan. Staff held two open houses and solicited feedback on the relevant issues in August. Information was also posted to the City's website and feedback solicited from residents and property owners who did not attend the open houses. Staff collected this information and provided additional study, the results of which were presented at the September 9 meeting. The staff report from that meeting is attached for reference (although the attachments are not included in order to reduce printing. If you would like to see the attachments, please contact staff). Following review and additional public comment at the September 9 meeting, the Planning Commission discussed the information and directed staff to prepare a Comprehensive Plan Amendment which would: 1) Remove the ability permitted in the current Comprehensive Plan for a property to "jump ahead" one staging period. 2) Amend the Staging/Growth Plan to shift property (except Business, Commercial, and Industrial) into the Staging period one later than currently located. Proposed Amendments Staff reviewed the Comprehensive Plan in order to assess where amendments need to be made in order to implement the direction of the Planning Commission. The amendments will include: Comp Plan Amendment Page 1 of 4 October 14, 2014 Staging/Growth Plan; Projections Planning Commission Meeting 1) Map 5-3. The changes to the map (identified with black cross -hatches) shift all property guided Low Density Residential, Medium Density Residential, High Density Residential, and Mixed Use to one staging period later. The "jump ahead" flexibility is also referenced on this map and would need to be updated if amended. 2) Text of Chapter 5 (Land Use and Growth), page 5-19 where the flexibility to "jump ahead" is discussed. At this point, the draft removes the flexibility for residential development. 3) Table 5-F, which describes land uses within each Staging Period. Changes to this table are necessary if property is shifted between staging periods. 4) Text of Chapter 3 (Community Background), pages 3-2 and 3-3. This language is proposed to be amended to recognize the updated Metropolitan Council forecasts. 5) Table 3-A. This table is proposed to be updated to be consistent with the updated (lower) Metropolitan Council projections. 6) Table 3-B. This table is proposed to be updated to be consistent with the updated Metropolitan Council projections and the proposed changes to the Staging Plan. 7) Transportation, Sewer, and Water Supply Plans. Changes will need to be made to tables and text throughout in order to be consistent with the proposed changes. These changes are technical in nature and are based on math equations from the Staging Plan amendments. Engineering staff will need to make these updates, and staff recommends not doing so until the City Council has made a decision on the Staging Plan amendments. Table 5-F in the Comprehensive Plan describes the gross acreage of each land use within each Staging Period. The red -line changes shown provides some context to the proposed amendments. However, staff believes some additional detail is helpful. The table to the right summarizes net area of each residential land use within each Staging period. It also provides an estimated number of residential units which could be expected to develop within such property. It is important to note that this can be seen as "capacity" because the market will drive development and all property will not instantly be developed the moment the Staging Plan permits it. This table assumes the Staging Plan is amended as directed by the Planning Commission at the September meeting. If any changes are made, it would need to be updated. The graph at the top of the following page shows the residential development capacity within the proposed Staging Plan amendment compared to the updated Metropolitan Council projections and the development capacity within the existing Staging Plan. Comp Plan Amendment Page 2 of 4 Staging/Growth Plan; Projections Net Acres Estimated # Units Current Staging Period Low Density Residential 45.7 91 Medium Density Residenti; 54.7 219 Mixed Use 7.0 28 Estimated Units: 338 2016-2020 Low Density Residential 32.2 64 Medium Density Residenti. 47.6 190 Mixed Use 43.4 87 Estimated Units: 341 2021-2025 Low Density Residential 132.1 264 Estimated Units: 264 2026-2030 Low Density Residential 32.2 64 Mixed Use 62.2 249 Estimated Units: 313 Post 2030 High Density Residential 75.3 753 Mixed Use 48.1 96 Estimated Units: 849 4,500 4,000 3,500 c 3,000 N p 2,500 x 2,000 1,500 1,000 Residential Development Capacity - Number of Households I � I O. do do 00 ! i � ♦6.1 do♦ 00 1990 1995 2000 2005 2010 2015 2020 2025 2030 2035 2040 ,Actual Historical Growth Existing Staging Plan Updated Met Council Projections (2014) Proposed Staging Plan Amendment Although the existing Staging Plan references the goal of establishing a mix of uses between Staging periods, when investigating the breakdown of uses in each, it is apparent that much of the residential land uses were included in the earlier periods. Additional Discussion Items The Planning Commission provided general direction during the September meeting, which has been incorporated into the attached draft amendment. Not surprisingly, preparing the amendment to implement the direction has brought up additional specific questions for further discussion. Property/Uses Shifted to Later Period The Planning Commission clearly expressed the desire to not include commercial/business/ industrial property in the shift to later staging period. The proposed amendment does not include any changes to properties of these uses. The proposed amendment does shift Mixed Use property to the subsequent Staging period. This use was not listed specifically in the Planning Commission's recommendation. The vast majority of development during recent years has been single-family detached residential. There is a good deal of Medium Density Residential property which could currently be developed to include other types of housing, but the City has not received many requests. The Planning Commission and Council may wish to discuss whether the shifts in the Staging Plan should exclude other types of residential development. 2001-2010 Staging Period The Planning Commission discussed shifting property to the next later Staging period. There is property that has not been developed that was included within the 2001-2010 Staging period. Shifting this property a single Staging period would place it within the 2011-2015 period, which would have no practical effect. The properties includes 46 net acres of Low Density Residential property (-92 units), 55 net acres of Medium Density Residential property (-193-360 units), and 7 net acres of Mixed Use Comp Plan Amendment Page 3 of 4 October 14, 2014 Staging/Growth Plan; Projections Planning Commission Meeting property. With the proposed amendment, this would be the capacity for additional development prior to 2016. Geographical Location/School District The proposed amendment requested by the Planning Commission shifts all residential and mixed use property to a later Staging period. The amendment does not differentiate based on location, school district, or any other factor. The current Staging and Growth plan speaks predominantly about an east -to -west progression related to proximity to existing sewer and water infrastructure. This east -to -west progression resulted in a great deal of property within the Wayzata School District being in the earlier Staging periods, with little in future periods. Similarly, there is very little property within the Rockford, Delano, or Orono school districts in the earlier staging periods, but large areas of these districts open up in future periods. "Jump Ahead" for Non -Residential The Commission had discussed not changing the staging for non-residential property, but staff was not certain if this is to include the ability to "jump ahead." As noted above, the current draft leaves open the possibility for non-residential to jump ahead one time period. If the Commission desires to remove the flexibility for all uses, the language will need to be updated. Properties Under Review The Planning Commission did not discuss whether property which is under development review should be included in the amendment or not. Under the current draft, it appears that this question would only be relevant for one property, which has received Mixed Use Stage I Plan approval (the DR Horton mixed use development north of Highway 55 between Arrowhead and Mohawk). Depending on how long the amendment takes for review, additional property may come into play as well. Potential Action Staff recommends that the Commission hold a Public Hearing on the proposed amendment, discuss the policy questions above and provide any additional direction to staff. The Public Hearing noticed was published in the newspaper and placed on the City's website, but no mailed notices were sent. Staff does not believe state law or City ordinance would not require mailed notice in this case, but staff believes it is advisable to do so for the property proposed to be changed and neighboring parcels within 350 feet. If the Planning Commission concurs, staff would recommend that the Planning Commission continue the hearing to the November 12 meeting and staff will mail notices. Attachments 1. Planning Commission report from 9/9/2014 meeting 2. Chapter 3 of Comprehensive Plan (proposed amendments are on pages 3-2 and 3-3) 3. Chapter 5 of Comprehensive Plan (proposed amendments are on pages 5-19 and 5-20) 4. Map 5-3 — Staging and Growth Plan (with proposed amendments) 5. Future Land Use Map (with proposed Staging Periods shown) Comp Plan Amendment Page 4 of 4 October 14, 2014 Staging/Growth Plan; Projections Planning Commission Meeting AGENDA ITEM: 8 MEMORANDUM TO: Planning Commission FROM: Dusty Finke, City Planner DATE: September 4, 2014 MEETING: September 9, 2014 Planning Commission SUBJ: Comprehensive Plan — Staging and Growth Plan; Pace of Development Background At the July 15 meeting, the City Council directed staff to initiate a study of the City's Staging and Growth Plan. This direction came following discussions related to concerns raised to the City Council members of the rapid pace of residential development over the past few years, and the impact that such development has on infrastructure and services. There were also discussions related to the Metropolitan Council's adoption of the Thrive MSP2040 plan. The Thrive documents include projections of population, household, and employment growth in the various communities in the metropolitan areas. The projections show less growth in Medina than was previously projected and planned for. With these two factors in mind, the City Council directed staff to initiate a study of the Staging/Growth Plan of the Comprehensive Plan. The study is intended to assist the Planning Commission and City Council in determining whether to consider amendments to the Staging/Growth Plan. The City Council specifically limited the scope of the study to the Staging/Growth Plan. Matters related to planned land uses, the extent and location of the MUSA (Metropolitan Urban Service Area), and so forth are planned to be discussed in the next few years as the City updates the entire Comprehensive Plan. Summary of Development Activity As of the 2010 census, Medina had 1702 households, and a population of 4892. The City's 2010-2030 Comprehensive Plan, in accordance with Met Council mandates, planned for approximately 2500 additional households over the 20 year time period, approximately 125 units per year. Since 2011, the City has granted at least preliminary approval for the development of 518 single family lots and 41 townhomes as follows: 1) Enclave at Medina (2011) — 118 single family, 41 townhomes 2) Enclave at Brockton (2012) — 118 single family 3) Fields of Medina (2011) — 65 single family 4) Fields of Medina West (2012) — 64 single family 5) Reserve of Medina (2013) — 126 single family 6) Woods of Medina (2014) —16 single family 7) Fawn Meadows (2014) — 11 single family In addition to these approved developments, the following developments have been discussed: 1) DR Horton Stage I Plan (stage I plan approved) — 85 single family, 56 apartment units 2) Villas at Medina Country Club (preliminary plat pending) — 48 single family Staging/Growth Plan Page 1 of 5 September 9, 2014 Discussion Planning Commission Meeting 3) Dominium (stage I plan pending) — 26 affordable rental townhomes 4) 22 Hamel Place — (site plan review pending) — 8 apartment units 5) Woodland Hill Preserve (concept plan reviewed) — 4 additional single family In terms of actual build -out, the City has issued permits for 309 residential units since April 2010. In 2013, the City issued a record number of permits, for 163 units. These new homes have added an approximate $153,000,000 of market value to the City's tax base. In comparison to the large amount of residential development and construction, the City has experienced relatively little commercial development. Since April 2010, two commercial projects have been constructed, adding approximately $5,000,000 of market value to the City's tax base. The new development discussed above are displayed on the enclosed map. Updated Metropolitan Council projections/Process During May of 2014, the Met Council approved of the "Thrive MSP2040" document. This document includes household, population, and employment forecasts for each city in the metro area for the next 25 years. The projections show substantially less residential growth in the City than was forecasted in the 2010-2030 Comp Plan. The Met Council projects 1800 new households between 2010-2040, approximately 60 units per year; half of the pace planned for in the current Comp Plan. The City's historical growth and these projections are displayed on the graph below: 4,500 4,r10O 3,500 3 3,000 t z,!iOO x I,000 1,500 1,000 'Metropolitan Council Household Projections 1930 3995 2130O 2005 2O1O 2015 2020 2025 2030 2035 2O40 Actual Historical Growth Original Projections (2OO81. Updated Projections {2O14) These updated projections are one of the first actions taken by the Metropolitan Council in the decennial Comp Plan update process. From these projections, the Met Council prepares system plans for wastewater treatment, transportation, parks, etc., over the next eight months. The Met Council plans to finalize these documents into city -specific system statements in September 2015. The release of these system statements triggers the City's requirement to update its Comp Plan by 2018. The City will be required to update its Comprehensive Plan sometime between September 2015 and the end of 2018. In the past, this has been a multi -year process with many open houses, task force meetings, and additional public participation components. Staging/Growth Plan Discussion Page 2 of 5 September 9, 2014 Planning Commission Meeting The Met Council has decided that it will review Comprehensive Plan Amendments before September 2015 under the updated population forecasts. However, until the various system plans have been approved, amendments will be reviewed to make sure they are consistent with the existing system plans. Additional Development Capacity In addition to the 559 residential units approved and the applications pending review, there is additional property identified within the Staging Plan which can be developed at any time. This includes approximately: • 80 net acres Low Density Residential (160-250 units) • 100 net acres Medium Density Residential (minimum of 350 units) • 35 net acres Mixed Use (minimum 13 acres residential; 35-180 residential units) • 100 net acres Business/Commercial land uses Most of the property noted above is located within the Wayzata School District. Staff has included the school district boundaries on the enclosed Future Land Use Map and Staging/Growth Plan map for reference. As discussed above, the City will have between fall 2015 to the end of 2018 to update the Comprehensive Plan. Additional property would become available for development in 2016 under the current adopted Staging/Growth Plan. This property is identified in yellow on the map. The property includes approximately: • 137 net acres Low Density Residential (274-411 units). • 116 net acres Business/Commercial land uses The current Comprehensive Plan permits flexibility within the Staging/Growth plan. This flexibility would permit a property to "jump ahead" one five-year time period under certain circumstances. The 2021-2025 staging period includes approximately: • 35 net acres Low Density Residential (70-210 units) • 65 net acres Mixed Use (minimum 33 acre residential; 115-350 residential units) • 60 net acres Business/Commercial land uses Open House Feedback Staff held two Open Houses to seek feedback from residents, businesses, and property owners on the information provided above. Comment cards were received at the meeting and are attached to this report. Approximately 60-70 people attended the open houses. Staff has summarized the responses to the most quantitative questions on the cover page. Staff requested that Open House attendees mark where they lived or owned property in order to display these geographically. This map is attached for reference. In addition to the forms submitted at the Open Houses, a good number of comments were submitted from residents after the Open Houses, most of whom did not attend the Open Houses but reviewed the information on the City's website. These are also attached. Many of these people included their addresses so there is a sense of the location of many of the respondents. The Planning Commission should draw its own conclusions from the comments submitted. Generally, there was a fairly even mix of responses from attendees at the Open Houses, with the Staging/Growth Plan Page 3 of 5 September 9, 2014 Discussion Planning Commission Meeting exception of commercial/industrial development. Few attendees believed the pace of commercial/industrial development was too rapid or supported reducing the pace. The comments submitted after the Open Houses were predominantly from Bridgewater residents and overwhelmingly concluded that residential development was too rapid and should be slowed. Many of these respondents also found that commercial/industrial development was too rapid. Potential Options As noted above, the City Council directed staff to prepare the study of the Staging/Growth plan to determine if amendments to the Staging/Growth plan should be considered prior to the City initiating the Comprehensive Plan update process. Depending on the Planning Commission's recommendation and the Council's determination whether action is necessary, there are various options available to the City. The following list does not include all potential actions, but is meant to provide context and examples to consider. If the Planning Commission and Council determine that amendments are not necessary at this time, the following actions could be taken: Take no action The City could take no action and continue implementing the existing Comprehensive Plan. As noted above, the City would begin an update of the entire plan during the fall of 2015. Take no immediate action, expedite update process As noted above, updating the Comprehensive Plan tends to take a few years and is due by the end of 2018. The City could attempt to expedite the process to the extent possible while still ensuring a robust public process. The City could begin some of the process in the near term even before the fall 2015 release of the system statements. There is some risk that work would need to be duplicated if one of Met Council's revised system statements contained unexpected requirements for the City. However, staff believes this is unlikely based on the information released in Thrive MSP2040. Even under the best circumstances utilizing an aggressive schedule, staff does not believe the City could have an updated Comp Plan before late 2016. This is largely related to at least six months of review time likely by neighboring jurisdictions and the Met Council. If the Planning Commission and City Council are interested in considering amendments to the Staging/Growth Plan to reduce the "development capacity", the following actions could be considered: Remove flexibility in Staging/Growth plan As referenced above, the current Staging/Growth plan includes flexibility for a property to "jump ahead" by one five-year timeframe. For example, current regulations would permit a property owner in the 2016-2020 timeframe (yellow on the Staging/Growth map) to request Staging/Growth Plan Page 4 of 5 September 9, 2014 Discussion Planning Commission Meeting development at this time. There are special requirements for such a request which are described in the zoning code. Removing this flexibility would mean less property would be eligible for development at this time. It would also mean that on January 1, 2016, the property in the 2021-2025 staging period could not request to "jump ahead." If the Commission and Council want to consider this option, it may be worth discussing whether removing the flexibility should apply to ALL land uses or if it should only apply to certain uses. Amend Staging/Growth plan to shift property to later Staging periods The Planning Commission and Council could consider amendments to the Staging/Growth plan which would delay when properties would be permitted to develop. If the Commission and Council consider such amendments, there are many things to consider. The amendments could be applied to all uses, or only uses. The amendments could be centered on certain geographical areas of the City. Alternatively, the Commission and Council could consider amendments on a parcel -by -parcel basis. Based on the feedback related to commercial/industrial development, the Planning Commission and City Council could also consider amendments to the Staging/Growth plan which would add flexibility for the Staging of business/commercial properties. Staff does not believe there is strong evidence that the slower pace of commercial/industrial development is a result of a lack of land supply. However, if there is a belief that this may be the case, the Staging/Growth plan could be amended to allow these properties to develop sooner. Staff Recommendation Staff recommends that the Planning Commission discuss the matters above and provide a recommendation to the City Council on whether amendments to the Staging/Growth Plan should be initiated, and generally what those amendments should be. Attachments 1. Staging and Growth Plan (w/ School District Boundaries) 2. Future Land Use Plan (w/ School District Boundaries) 3. Map showing location of recent developments 4. Map showing location of Open House attendees 5. Summary of Comments Received 6. Comments received at Open House 7. Comments received after Open House Staging/Growth Plan Page 5 of 5 September 9, 2014 Discussion Planning Commission Meeting Chapter 3: COMMUNITY BACKGROUND Introduction Medina was a part of the "Big Woods," a vast region of hardwood forest, broken only by lakes, marshes, and streams. Its Dakota people lived on game, fish, berries, wild rice, and maple sugar and traded with other bands in the region. In 1853 the Traverse de Sioux Treaty opened up the region to white settlers, who were attracted by the huge stands of timber and the availability of land for farming. The first settlers arrived in Medina in 1855. On April 10,1858, County Commissioners gave the City an official designation as "Hamburg Township." Local residents preferred the name, "Medina," after the Arabian holy city that was in the news that year. On May 11,1858, 37 residents met in the home of Valorius Chilson and voted unanimously to change the name. Medina graduated from township status to become a village in 1955 and was incorporated as a city in 1974. Medina's early European settlers were chiefly German, Irish and French-Canadian and had names still common in Medina such as Scherer and Reiser; Mooney and Crowe; Hamel and Fortin. The first generations tended to group according to their language ties and to help each other through the long hard winters. Townships were always divided into 36 sections, each consisting of a square mile. This meant that the City of Excelsior extended beyond the north shore of Lake Minnetonka to Medina's southern border. Excelsior's northern residents tolerated this inconvenience until 1868, when Excelsior's north shore residents voted to become a part of Medina. This expanded Medina to over 50 square miles. In 1889, George A. Brackett led a successful drive to carve the City of Orono out of the southern 11 sections of Medina. Later, the City also ceded away land to Loretto, when it incorporated in 1940. Loretto had been platted since 1886 at the time the Minneapolis & St. Paul and Sault St. Marie railroad came through. The Hamel area of Medina was platted as a City as early as 1879, but its efforts to incorporate failed, in part, because of the complication of straddling the borders of both Medina and Plymouth. The town might have been called Lenz after Leander Lenzen, who built a mill in Elm Creek and set up a post office in the name of Lenz in 1861. But when the Lange Hamel family gave land to the railroad for the train depot in 1884 they asked that it be called "Hamel," and the name took root. To this day people still refer to this area of the city as Hamel. Built on the road from Minneapolis to Rockford, Hamel was a busy town. At the turn of the 19th century Hamel boasted a school, two hotels, the Church of St. Anne's, a hall for the Ancient Order of United Workman and numerous stores. The town decreased to its present size after TH 55 bypassed it in the 1950's. Chapter 3 - Community Background Adopted November 17, 2009 MEDINA Page 3 - 1 Community Survey In 2006 the City of Medina conducted a community wide citizen and business survey to gauge the interests and desires of the residents and business owners. The survey provided residents and businesses the opportunity to rate the quality of life in the City, delivery of services and their satisfaction with local government. The full report and responses can be found in the official Medina Citizen Survey document prepared by National Research Center in September of 2006 and is available for review at the Medina City Hall. The survey focused on community and rural character and attempted to gain insight on what rural quality included. The following information summarizes the survey: • Approximately 80% of resident respondents rate their quality of life as good or excellent. • Approximately 75% of resident respondents felt that maintaining the City's rural character is very important or essential. • The major contributors to rural character include: presence of natural features, less noise pollution, low crime rates and open spaces. The majority of resident respondents felt that maintaining these characteristics is essential to maintaining the rural character. • The top three reasons resident respondents chose to live in Medina are the rural character, the location and the quality of life in general. • Approximately 50% of resident respondents rated the natural environment, schools neighborhoods and large lots as critical to their decision to live in Medina. • 38% of resident respondents have lived in the community for less than 5 years, 20% from between five and ten years and 42% for more than ten years. • Resident respondents felt the quality of new residential development was excellent or good. • Some of the lowest rated community characteristics included: lack of sidewalks, inability to travel by bike or walking, and lack of affordable housing options. • Auto travel within the community was also viewed as excellent or good • Resident respondents felt that growth was occurring at about "the right amount" in recent years • Resident respondents were focused on controlled and well -planned development as important to the future of the community. • Resident respondents felt that community involvement, quality city government and city services are essential to the success of the community. Population and Household Trends Table 3-A below shows historical and projected population and household size data for the City of Medina. The 1990and 2000, and 2010 population and household data is from the U.S. Census. The 2005 population and household estimates and the 2010 2030 2040 population and household projections are from the Metropolitan Council's 2030 Regional Development FramcworkThriveMSP2040 documents. The population of Medina was estimated by the Metropolitan Council to be 4,770 people and 1,616 households in 2005. According to the Metropolitan Council, the average household size is expected to continue to decline regionally over the next 20 years due to an increase in the number of seniors and lifestyle changes. Chapter 3 - Community Background Adopted November 17, 2009 G T Y 6 c MEDINA Page 3 - 2 TABLE 3-A Metropolitan Council Forecasts Growth and Forecast Population Households Employment 1990* 3,096 1,007 2,155 2000* 4,005 1,309 2,928 20051,1 4;7-74 3, 9'10 -446 2010*** 5,8004.892 2,1001.702 5,500 3 254 2020' 9,200 3,240 6,700 2034m, 4277-00 4 50 7,900 /1 2040*** 9,000 3,500 4,580 Source: U.S. Census Bureau,—Census-2999* Metropolitan Council Metropolitan Council Estimates** Projections*** The City experienced relatively constant growth up to the 1990s before rapidly increasing in the last 5 to 1015 years. This population trend will continue to increase as areas within the City guided for urban residential densities are developed. The City had a population of 4,892 at the time of the 2010 Census and Tthe Metropolitan Council forecasts a population of 5,800 in 2010, 9,200 in 2020 and 12,7009,000 in 2030 2040 which corresponds to a 30 84 percent increase over each 10 year period. Current development patterns suggest that the City may fall short of these projections due to the 2007 housing slump. Table 3-S below was developed based on the Guide Plan and Staging Plan developed as a part of this Plan. This table demonstrates the City's projections for future growth in the community. The City plans to grow and has anticipated a population of approximately 11,2119,000 in 20302040. Although this population forecast is lower than that of the Metropolitan Council, the forecast is based on a lower person per household estimate then utilized by the Metropolitan Council. If the City utilized the same person per household estimate as the Metropolitan Council, the forecast would be 98 percent of the Metropolitan Council forecast. The City has also projected much lower growth in the number of unscwered households than projected by the Metropolitan Council. This lower forecast is based on historical trends and an analysis of remaining undivided Council forecasts, TABLE 3-B Medina Population and Households Forecast based on Future Land Use 1990 2000* 2005** 2010 2020 2030 2040 Change 21X102010- 20302040 Total Population Sewered 3096 2158 2745 3066 2838 6958 4922 8093 6801 7006 317147% Unsewered 1848 2025 244-5 2053 2446 2024 22481976 1994 20% -3% Total Households Sewered 1007 705 927 1050 987 25301856 3-597 2547 2725 440%176% Unsewered 604 685 715 740 765 775 274 8% *2000 Sewered and Unsewered numbers are estimates based on US Census Data, exact sewer un'ts is unknown. **2005 population and households from 2000 US Census, employment from Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) estimates. Source: 2000 US Census and City of Medina Data collected and processed in 2007. Source: 2000 US Census and City of Medina Data collected and processed in 2007. Chapter 3 - Community Background Adopted November 17, 2009 NI EDI NAB Page 3 - 3 Residential Development Activity Table 3-C below shows the residential development activity in Medina from 2000 to 2006. During this period, the City issued building permits for a total of 293 single family homes and 169 multi -family units. The majority of these single family homes were built in the Foxberry Farms and Wild Meadows developments. The multi -family developments include the 87-unit Gramercy at Elm Creek Senior Cooperative, Medina Highlands, and the 18-unit Argent Parc condominium building located in the Uptown Hamel area. TABLE 3-C Medina Residential Building Permits (2000-2006 Year New Single -Family Dwelling Units Total Valuation New Multi -Family Dwelling Units Total Value 2000 43 $17,519,000 0 $0 2001 21 $11,843,000 0 $0 2002 38 $30,000,000 22 $7,952,000 2003 43 $36,561,000 113 $23,548,000 2004 53 $33,355,000 16 $6,530,000 2005 50 $41,073,000 18 $3,180,000 2006 45 $34,903,000 0 $0 TOTAL 293 $204,254, 000 169 $41,210,000 Source: City of Medina, 2007 Economic Overview The economic health of a community contributes to a high standard of living and a desirable place to live. Medina has a strong economy that is likely to improve as population increases. The City has experienced considerable growth of its economic base and the addition of diverse employment opportunities since the last planning cycle. Table 3-D below shows that employment growth in the City of Medina increased 35.9% from 1990 to 2000. The Metropolitan Council's initial projections indicated an increase of 87.8% between 2000 and 2010. However, due to the recent economic downturn, the City readjusted these numbers and percentage increases accordingly. The availability of commercial and general business land along the TH 55 corridor, adequate transportation and utility infrastructure and the proximity of the City to the metropolitan area make Medina attractive to businesses. The City anticipates that most business growth will serve Medina and surrounding areas. • • TABLE 3-D Lin/ or nneaina tmpioymenr c7rowrn and Forecasts Year Number Percent Increase 1990* 2,155 2000* 2.928 35.9 2007 3,940 34.6 2010** 5,100 29.4 2020** 6,200 21.6 2030** 7,200 16.1 Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Census 2000* Chapter 3 — Community Background Adopted November 17, 2009 G T V d t MEDINA Page 3 — 4 Employers and Employees The City has approximately 150 employers that provide a range of industry and job choices. The following table represents the number of establishments per industry in Medina as provided in the 2002 Economic Census. Table 3-E Numoer or tsraolisnmems m meama oy mausrry Industry Description ■ Number of Establishments Percentage Manufacturing 22 14.6 Wholesale trade 28 18.7 Retail trade 12 8 Information 3 2 Real estate and rental and leasing 6 4 Professional, scientific and technical services 28 18.7 Administrative and support and waste management and remediation services 21 14 Arts, entertainment and recreation 4 2.7 Accommodation and food service 11 7.3 Other services (except public administration) 15 10 Total number of establishments in City 150 100 Source: US Census Bureau, 2002 Economic Census 51.6 percent of the total population over the age of 16 in Medina was employed in 2000. The following table demonstrates the number of employees per industry. The industries that most heavily employ Medina residents include finance, insurance, real estate and rental and leasing (14.2%); education, health and social services (13.4%); manufacturing (13.2%); professional, scientific, management and administrative support services (12.7%) and retail trade (11.3%). Chapter 3 - Community Background Adopted November 17, 2009 MEDINA Page 3 - 5 Table 3-F Number of Employees by Industry in Medina Industry Description Number of Employees Percentage Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting and mining 9 0.4 Construction 200 9.7 Manufacturing 273 13.2 Wholesale trade 170 8.2 Retail trade 233 11.3 Transportation and warehousing and utilities 70 3.4 Information 63 3 Finance, insurance, real estate and rental and leasing 294 14.2 Professional, scientific, management, administrative, and waste management services 263 12.7 Educational, health and social services 277 13.4 Arts, entertainment, recreation, accommodation and food services 118 5.7 Other services (except public administration) 60 2.8 Public administration 36 1.7 Total employed residents over 16 years old 2066 100% Source: US Census Bureau, Census 2000 Major Employers Most residents travel outside Medina for their jobs; however, employers within the City provide a wide range of potential employment options to residents. The following table identifies the major employers in the City: Table 3-G Largesr Medina tmployers Top Employer's Number of Employees Polaris Industries 300 Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc 230 Hennepin County Public Works 225 Rockler Companies 200 Walter G. Anderson, Inc. 200 Temroc Metals, Inc. 130 ToI-O-Matic, Inc. 125 Intercomp Co. 75 Twinco/Romax Automotive 44 Target Corporation 36 full-time and 65-90 part time Medina Golf & Country Club 35 full-time and 125 seasonal part time Maxxon Corporation 35 Oil -Air Products 35 Clam Corporation 25 Source: City of Medina, 2006 Chapter 3 - Community Background Adopted November 17, 2009 G T Y O F MEDINA Page 3 - 6 The table below shows that since 2000 there has been approximately $23,843,000 of commercial development in the City. This growth occurred from expansion of existing businesses as well as the location of new employers into the City including Target Corporation and Polaris Industries. Table 3-H Medina Commercial Building Permits (2000-2006) Year New Commercial Building Permits Total Valuation 2000 0 $0 2001 1 $400,000 2002 3 $1,795,000 2003 2 $1,263,000 2004 9 $4,519,500 2005 5 $9,353,000 2006 8 $6,513,000 Total 28 $23,843,000 Source: City of Medina, 2007 Economic Development Initiatives The City created a Tax Increment Financing District (TIF District 1-9) in 2004 to provide public improvement incentives for the redevelopment of properties within and around the Uptown Hamel area. The TIF district consists of more than 60 parcels on both sides of TH 55 near its intersection with Sioux Drive/ CR 101. TIF funds have been used to fund public improvements to entice development north and south of TH 55 in the Uptown Hamel area, including storm water infrastructure in Uptown Hamel. Through 2007, redevelopment in Uptown Hamel has been slow. Investment Framework In order to maintain a reasonable tax base, Medina will be working to off -set the large rural residential areas with commercial and mixed use developments along TH 55. Commercial development is a significant part of Medina's tax base plan. Map 3-1 Illustrates the amount of taxes paid by residential and commercial properties in the City. Chapter 3 - Community Background Adopted November 17, 2009 MEDINA Page 3 - 7 Demographics This demographic data has been extrapolated primarily from the 2000 US Census. If information was collected from alternative sources, those sources are identified. The 2000 census is the most up-to-date demographic information available and much of this information is already out of date. However, the data is still relevant because it suggests trends of development and characteristics of the population. Where more up-to-date information is available, regardless of source, that information is included as a point of reference. Household Income The following table describes the household income levels of current residents in Medina in the year 2000. 19.8% percent of the City population has income of less than $50,000 per year, 36.5% between $50,000 and $100,000 per year and 43.8% over $100,000 per year. Table 3-1 City of Medina Household Income Income Households Percentage Less than $10,000 14 1.1 $10,000 to $24,999 42 3.3 $25,000 to $49,999 197 15.4 $50,000 to $74,999 255 19.9 $75,000 to $99,999 213 16.6 $100,000 to $149,999 229 17.8 $150,000 to $199,999 74 5.8 $200,000 or more 258 20.1 Total households that earned income in 2000 1,282 100 Source: US Census Bureau, Census 2000 The following table indicates that the average household income in Medina is high relative to the Hennepin County average. The median household income in Medina is $88,847 which is 158.6% of the median County household income. The mean or average household income in Medina is $144,702, which is 188.7% of the mean County household income. The contrast between the mean and the median household income levels in Medina is due to the high numbers of Medina households with incomes that exceed $200,000 per year. Table 3-J Medina and Hennepin County Median and Mean Household Income Income Medina State of MN Percentage of State Median household income (dollars) 88,847 55,996 158.6% Mean household income (dollars) 144,702 59,348 188.7% Source: US Census Bureau, Census 2000 Chapter 3 — Community Background Adopted November 17, 2009 MEDINA Page 3 - 8 Level of Educational Attainment The following table shows that Medina residents are well educated. Approximately 96.3 % of the adult population graduated from high school or higher and 44% of the population has completed a Bachelors degree or higher. Table 3-K Medina Adult Resident Level of Educational Attainment Level of Educational Attainment Number of Residents Percentage No high school diploma 91 3.7 High school graduate (includes equivalency) 542 22 Some college, no degree 572 23.2 Associate degree 175 7.1 Bachelor's degree 737 29.9 Graduate or professional degree 346 14 High school graduate or higher 2,372 96.3 Bachelor's degree or higher 1,083 44 Total population 25 years and older 2,463 Source: US Census Bureau, Census 2000 Age The table below shows that 34.3 % of the population is 19 years old or younger, 31.5 % of the population is between 20 and 44 years old, 27.3% of the population is between 45 and 64 years old and 6.9% of the population is 65 years or older. Residents of the City of Medina are almost half male and half female. Table 3-L Age of Medina Residents Age of Residents Number of Residents Percentage Under 5 years 270 6.7 5 to 9 years 367 9.2 10 to 14 years 434 10.8 15 to 19 years 303 7.6 20 to 24 years 119 3 25 to 34 years 316 7.9 35 to 44 years 827 20.6 45 to 54 years 712 17.8 55 to 64 years 380 9.5 65 years and over 277 6.9 Median age (years) 38 Total population 4,005 100 Source: US Census Bureau, Census 2000 When planning future community facilities and housing options in the City, all of these age groups must be considered. For example, as the population continues to age the demand for senior lifestyle housing and activities within the City will continue to increase. Chapter 3 - Community Background Adopted November 17, 2009 MEDINA Page 3 - 9 School Enrollment There are 1,286 residents in the City of Medina who are enrolled in school. Of these residents 8.7% are enrolled in preschool or kindergarten, 50.5 percent are enrolled in elementary school, 29.3% are enrolled in high school and 9.6% are enrolled in college or graduate school. Table 3-M Citv of Medina School Enrollment School Enrollment Number of Students Percentage Nursery school, preschool 97 7.5 Kindergarten 41 3.2 Elementary school (grades 1-8) 649 50.5 High school (grades 9-12) 375 29.2 College or graduate school 124 9.6 Total population 3 years and over enrolled in school 1,286 100 Source: US Census Bureau, Census 2000 ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Race The table below indicates that 97.3% of the population are white, 0.5% are Black or African American and 1.2 percent are some other race or two or more races. Table 3-N City of Medina Race Number of Residents Percentage White 3,946 98.5 Black or African American 19 0.5 American Indian and Alaska Native 9 0.2 Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 1 0 Some other race 7 0.2 Two or more races 23 0.6 Total Population 4,005 100 Source: US Census Bureau, Census 2000 Chapter 3 - Community Background Adopted November 17, 2009 G i v a MEDINA Page 3 - 10 Household Demographics Approximately 85 % of families have children under 18 years of age. Single householders make up the next largest group with 11.2 percent. The average household size is 3.05 and the average family is 3.31 people. Household averages are slightly higher than the Metropolitan Council's, estimates which suggests that average household size will decrease as the population ages. Table 3-O Household Demographics Type of Households Number of Households Percentage Family households 1,118 85.4 With own children under 18 years 615 47 Married -couple family 1,026 78.4 With own children under 18 years 558 42.6 Female householder, no husband present 56 4.3 With own children under 18 years 37 2.8 Non -family households 191 14.6 Householder living alone 146 11.2 Householder 65 years and over 37 2.8 Households with individuals 65 years and over 188 14.4 Average household size 3.05 Average family size 3.31 Total households 1,309 100 Source: US Census Bureau, Census 2000 Marital Status 69.5% of Medina residents are married; 23.8% are single and 6.7% are married but separated, widowed or divorced. The number of married couples in the City of Medina is relatively high as compared to communities in closer to proximity to either Minneapolis or St. Paul. Table 3-P Medina Resident Marital Status Marital Status Number of Residents T Percentage Never married, single 701 23.8 Now married, except separated 2,047 69.5 Separated 5 0.2 Widowed 48 1.6 Divorced 145 4.9 Total population 15 Years and older 2,946 100 Source: US Census Bureau, Census 2000 Chapter 3 - Community Background Adopted November 17, 2009 G T Y m MEDINA Page 3- 11 Factors Influencing Development Natural features within the City of Medina will substantially influence the feasibility of extending municipal services and where and when development will occur. The City undertook an extensive open space and natural resources initiative as a part of this plan. An Open Space Report was prepared by an Open Space Task Force and is available for review at the City of Medina City Hall. A summary of information in the Open Space Report follows. I. Natural Features: significantly affect current and future development. A. Lakes and Wetlands: Map 3-2 illustrates the Wetland Locations throughout Medina and is based on Hennepin County wetland data records. Nearly 35 percent of the land in Medina is wet, with many lakes, creeks and wetlands. These natural areas affect where and in what intensity development can occur within the City. Upland areas suitable for development need to be well planned to ensure that lakes, wildlife and wetlands are not adversely impacted. The City completed a Functional Assessment of Wetlands (FAW) in November 2007, which was developed to provide guidelines for regulating and protecting these wetlands, and a comprehensive inventory and assessment of existing wetland functions with the City. An overall wetland classification map was provided as part of the FAW and is referenced at the end of this section as Map 3-2.A B. Floodplains: Map 3-3 identifies the FEMA designated floodplains found in Medina. Minnehaha Creek, Elm Creek and Pioneer -Sarah Creek Watersheds have floodplains that will limit development in Medina. Much of the floodplains cover the same area as wetlands. Limited portions of these floodplains may be used for development, if criteria for building elevations, floodproofing and filling can be met as outlined in the City's Floodplain Ordinance. C. Watershed District Boundaries: Map 3-4 identifies the three Watershed District Organizations and boundaries inside Medina. Although not visible as landscape features, these boundaries are significant because they define the direction of surface water flow. The boundaries are commonly used as major parameters for development of sewer interceptor and trunk lines. Each of the various watershed districts has its own regulations for land development, and some require watershed board approval of all water management plans for development proposals. The City has designated itself as the Local Governmental Unit (LGU) responsible for reviewing development proposals affecting wetlands. D. Woodlands: Preservation of woodlands is important aesthetically, ecologically and functionally. Woodlands provide wildlife habitat, prevent soil erosion, absorb runoff, provide wind breaks, and define the patterns of streets and land use. E. Soils: The United States Department of Agriculture's Soil Survey and Soil Classifications are used to evaluate development proposals in Medina and to determine the capability of on -site septic systems. Rural residential lots are required to have at least 5-acres of contiguous soils suitable for a standard sewage disposal system as defined by Medina's Sewage Treatment and Disposal System Code. A significant portion of the rural residential area of Medina contains soils that are considered Chapter 3 - Community Background Adopted November 17, 2009 G T Y d F MEDINA Page 3 - 12 unsuitable for septic site development. The general soil conditions, therefore, establish the intensity of unsewered development. Map 3-5 generally identifies the areas where suitable soils are present in Medina. F. Topography: Topography and steep slopes in the City will impact future and current developments. Map 3-5 identifies areas considered as "Steep Slopes' and "Steep Slopes with Grades Greater than 18 percent." Management and maintenance of steep slopes and other topographic challenges will be critical to future development and growth plans. (REMAINDER OF THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK) Chapter 3 - Community Background Adopted November 17, 2009 MEDINA Page 3 - 13 (THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK) Chapter 3 - Community Background Adopted November 17, 2009 G i v a MEDINA Page 3 - 14 Chapter 5: LAND USE & GROWTH Introduction Medina has significant natural resources, high -quality neighborhoods and areas for commercial and retail development. The City's extensive wetlands and limited infrastructure availability together with past community planning have contributed to its rural character. The metropolitan area is a high growth area. Medina's rural charm makes it an attractive alternative to the more intensely populated areas found closer to Minneapolis and St. Paul. This chapter discusses existing and future land use patterns in the City. 2007 Existing Land Uses The types of uses within the existing land use categories are described in Map 5-1 and Table 5-A. TABLE 5-A Existing Land Uses Land Use Designation Area Acres Percent Agricultural 4,490 25.9% Rural Residential 4,701 27.1% Single Family Large Lot 1,191 6.9% Single Family Small Lot 198 1.1 Multi -Family Residential 16 0.1% Commercial 245 1.4% Industrial 472 2.7% Public Semi -Public 260 1.5% Parks and Recreation 2,612 15.1 Open Space 208 1.2% Private Recreation 357 2.1 Undeveloped Land 620 3.6% Right-of-ways 682 3.9% Lakes/Open Water 1,283 7.4% Total City 17,335 Note: Wetlands are not excluded from each land use. There are approximately 4,871 acres of wetlands in the City. Agricultural Use includes farms and other parcels greater than five acres in size used primarily for agricultural, pasture and rural purposes. A large percentage of the City is designated as agricultural. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 MEDINA Page 5- 1 Residential Use is divided into four designations: Rural Residential consists of large tracts of land and homesteads, including hobby farms and horse stables on parcels greater than five acres in size without City sewer and water service. Single Family Large Lot includes residential properties between 0.5 acres and 5 acres in size. This designation does not differentiate between sewered and unsewered lots but does include larger lot subdivisions. Single Family Small Lot includes single-family residential properties less than 0.5 acres, sewered. Multi -Family includes apartment buildings, fourplexes, duplexes, condominiums and townhouses and attached single-family homes. Industrial Use is primarily in the TH 55 corridor and includes light industrial, office, warehouse and manufacturing facilities. Commercial Use is primarily in the TH 55 corridor. Businesses tend to be clustered in and around the Uptown Hamel area and become more dispersed west of Uptown Hamel along the existing sanitary sewer system. A large commercial/retail development north of TH 55 and west of CR 101 anchored by a Target retail store opened in 2006. Park and Recreation Use includes parks and public recreational open space. Baker Park Reserve has a significant impact on planning due to its size and regional attraction, its effect on the City's tax base and use. Private Recreation Use includes areas used for recreational purposes held under private ownership, including golf courses and a campground, but could be expanded to include other recreational uses not publicly maintained. Open Space Use identifies areas that are public or privately held including known conservation easements, important preserved natural resources such as Wolsfeld Woods (SNA) and other areas that are protected through active measures. Public and Semi -Public Use includes City, county, or state owned property, churches, cemeteries, and other similar uses. Most of these properties are community oriented and blend into other land uses permitted in the supporting zoning districts. Undeveloped Use identifies areas that are currently described as vacant. There are no known agricultural uses or residential uses on parcels with this designation. This land is considered available for development or is currently on the market. These areas also include unknown land uses, or uses that do not fit into the land use designations identified. Lakes comprise approximately 10.2 percent of the City and are identified in the land use designations because of the obvious impact on surrounding development and land uses. Wetlands are not identified on the existing land use map. However, wetlands and lakes play an important role in the City because together they affect 35.4 percent of the City land and significantly impact the City's ability to develop. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 G Y 'r 0 F MEDINA Page 5- 2 Natural Features and Areas The City contains many ecologically significant natural resource areas that provide value to all residents by providing natural beauty and wildlife habitat, improving water quality and adding to land values. These natural areas are described in further detail in the Open Space Report but merit discussion from a land use and development perspective. The City has an extensive network of wetlands and lakes that significantly impact the developable areas in the City. The community has made conscious choices to preserve and protect the natural areas and to improve their quality. For example, the City requires five contiguous acres of suitable soils for development of properties for rural residential uses. These areas outside urban services are guided for an average density of a 1 Unit/10 Acres. The larger acreages help preserve open areas as well as prevent the deterioration of wetland complexes and lakes. Because 35.4% of the land area in Medina is comprised of lakes and wetlands and many of these areas are under private ownership, it is critical for the City to educate residents about the importance of maintaining healthy wetlands, rain gardens, woodlands and lakes. These natural features comprise the City's green infrastructure system: the City's natural support system that promotes healthy sustainability of the community. As the City grows, the natural areas will be a critical element of every decision -making process. The City undertook an extensive natural resource and open space planning effort that will be the foundation for land use decisions. The Open Space Report indicates the ecologically significant areas that require protection and the areas that will be maintained as a part of the City's conservation network. Solar Access Protection Medina is committed to encouraging and promoting solar energy as a clean, alternative form of energy production and reducing carbon -based emissions. Protecting solar access means protecting solar collectors (or the location of future collectors) from shading by adjacent structures or vegetation. Existing structures and buildings in the city generally do not present significant shading problems for solar energy systems. Most single family attached and detached homes are one or two stories and most multi -family, commercial, and industrial buildings are three stories or less. Solar energy systems and equipment are a permitted by conditional use in the Agriculture Preservation, Rural Residential and Suburban Residential zoning districts only, whereas the existing commercial and industrial districts are absent of any allowances for solar equipment. The City intends to revise its land use controls by allowing "Solar Equipment" in all districts as a permitted accessory use with specific performance standards. Additionally, the zoning ordinance provides standards for the protection and establishment of these solar energy systems. While these ordinance standards help protect solar access, it is not possible for every part of a building or lot to obtain unobstructed solar access. Mature trees, topography, and the location of structures can limit solar access. However, on most properties the rooftop of the principal building would be free of shading by adjacent structures. Therefore, the majority of property owners in the city could utilize solar energy systems, if they so desired, as a supplement or alternative to conventional fuels. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 ' ao MEDINA Page 5- 3 Historic Preservation The City of Medina currently does not have any sites or structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The City of Medina has a strong interest in preserving representative portions of its history. The City previously worked with the West Hennepin Pioneer's Museum to restore the Wolsfeld Family cabin which was originally built in 1856. It is thought to be one of the original homes in Medina. The city further commits to providing the following general guidelines related to historical preservation: • Partner with organizations that want to preserve historically significant areas, landmarks, and buildings in Medina; • Modify zoning regulations as necessary to help preserve areas that may be historically significant; and • Create an inventory of historically significant features, landmarks, and buildings in Medina as they become known or identified. Existing Growth and Neighborhood Patterns Medina is located approximately 20 miles from downtown Minneapolis making it close enough to commute but far enough to maintain its rural character. The City has developed commercial and business parks in proximity to TH 55, Uptown Hamel and Loretto. The urban service area is primarily focused along the TH 55 corridor. Residential uses have typically been developed at rural residential densities with larger acreage lots. Urban service residential developments exist within the community and help to diversify housing stock. Pockets of sewered development in the rural areas of the community exist because their original septic systems failed and were sewered subsequently to protect water and lake quality. The rural area of the community continues to have individual septic systems and rural density development. Residents have enjoyed the rural quality of Medina and have supported larger lot subdivisions in the more suburban residential neighborhoods where sewered subdivisions are developed at or below 2.0 units per acre. The existing suburban neighborhoods are independent of the rural residential areas and typically not connected through traditional grid development but are subdivided with curvilinear streets and cul-de-sacs. Infrastructure and the MUSA line have affected development and will influence the areas guided to develop with increased density. The City has planned for growth and development by guiding increased density near transportation corridors and other available systems. This pattern is demonstrated on the Future Land Use Plan (Map 5-2). Analysis for water, sewer and transportation planning can be found in the attached plans and appendices. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 G Y 'r d F 1VIEDINA Page 5- 4 Future General Land Use Policy Direction The City continues to be primarily a rural community with opportunities for agricultural uses, commercial and residential development and open spaces. These factors will continue to guide development but will also include opportunities for diversification of land uses not presently found in the community. The City has guided future development and increased density along the TH 55 corridor to help encourage sustainable land use patterns. Sustainability principles include proximity to existing transportation systems and available infrastructure without leap -frogging into areas not currently served by urban services. The majority of growth and development will be located in the areas with urban services to maintain the rural character of the community and to use the infrastructure. The Future Land Use Plan is primarily an extension of the 2020 Comprehensive Plan area. The areas guided for future development are within the 2000 service areas but phasing and available land has been adjusted to reflect recent experience, growth and population projections. Although the proposed plan is consistent with the 2000 Comprehensive Plan, changes occur within the specific land use designations. General Land Use Development Policies: 1. The Future Land Use Plan guides future development to strengthen, enhance, and protect the City's rural character and natural environment. 2. Medina recognizes the historical development pattern as a framework for the City's future land use policy. 3. Medina will guide growth in compact efficient locations to preserve open space and the rural heart of the community. 4. The Planning Commission and Council will review each development proposal to ensure consistency with the City's Comprehensive Plan. 5. The staging plan will be referenced for all future development plans in the growth corridor and shall guide future land use decisions to ensure availability and adequacy of services. 6. Medina will encourage commercial and business development to locate along the TH 55 corridor and retail and service opportunities to locate in mixed -use areas. 7. Developments will be required to provide buffers between incompatible land uses and will be required to provide landscaping, berms, or other screening methods to ensure the integrity of neighborhoods. 8. Ecologically significant natural areas will be protected using conservation easements and other open space tools as identified in the Open Space Report. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 T Y O D MEDINA Page 5- 5 Future Land Use Plan Principles The Plan guides the development of Medina through 2030, and will be used to implement the City's goals, strategies and policies. The purpose of the Plan is to create a community with the following characteristics: • A well integrated and preserved natural resources and open space system focused on maintaining the rural heart of the community. • Housing diversity and options within the community including rural, suburban and urban densities with the most compact development guided along the TH 55 transportation corridor. • Opportunities for business and commercial development along major transportation corridors and intersections. • An efficient, safe transportation system. • Support of active living opportunities such as a well planned parks and trails systems that are accessible to all residents. Four physical land use elements affect the overall character of the community: 1. Suburban and rural development patterns and neighborhood form; 2. Major road patterns; 3. Open spaces and natural resources; and 4. Commercial and business development. The relationship of these elements will impact the transportation system and community facilities and may need review as a result of increased development. Development Patterns and Neighborhood Form • Encourage open spaces, parks and trails in all neighborhood development. The survey indicated that a high quality of life is found when residents have visual access to green spaces. • Create neighborhoods with a variety of housing types that are well connected with roads, trails or sidewalks. • Maintain the integrity of rural neighborhoods and promote development patterns consistent with existing rural residential development. • Recognize neighborhood characteristics and promote new development compatible in scale, architectural quality and style with existing neighborhoods. • Guide density to areas with proximity to existing infrastructure and future infrastructure availability. • Concentrate higher density development near service oriented businesses to help promote walkability. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 G Y 'r d F MEDINA Page 5- 6 Road Patterns • Encourage development near existing roads and transportation intersections to ensure efficiencies within the system. • Connect existing neighborhoods with infill neighborhoods to ensure safety through increased access. • Establish collector streets with good connections through the community's growth areas. • Promote trails and sidewalk access near roads and thoroughfares to encourage multi - modal transportation choices. Open Spaces and Natural Resources • Preserve natural resources throughout the community and provide educational opportunities to residents to help them understand the value of natural areas. • Preserve open spaces and natural resources. • Support the guidelines identified in the Open Space Report to preserve the City's natural systems. Business Districts and Commercial Areas • Focus service businesses and development near urban residential densities and along the TH 55 corridor and CR 101 and CR 19. • Guide commercial development to areas along key transportation corridors, primarily TH 55. • Promote businesses within mixed -use areas. • Work to create job opportunities in the community for Medina residents to reduce traffic and commuting demands. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 GT Y a o MEDINA Page 5- 7 The Guide Pion Medina's Future Land Use Plan, Map 5-2, is shaped by the City's General Land Use Development Policies, and the Land Use Goals and Strategies identified in Chapter 1 which keep a large portion of Medina rural and protect the City's natural resources while accommodating compact, systematic growth in strategic areas. Table 5-B below demonstrates the expected 20301and uses in the community. TABLE 5-B Future Land Use Plan Land Use Designation Gross Area Net Area Acres Percent Acres Percent Agricultural (AG) 251 1.4% 180 1.0% Rural Residential (RR) Low Density Residential (LDR) 7,835 944 45.2% 5.5% 4,982 630 28.7% 3.7% Medium Density Residential (MDR) 451 2.6% 307 1.8% High Density Residential (HDR) 123 0.7% 103 0.6% Mixed Use (MU) 338 1.9% 234 1.3% Mixed Use - Business (MU-B) 59 0.3% 39 0.2% Developing Post-2030 444 2.6% 337 1.9% Commercial (C) 427 2.5% 308 1.8% General Business (GB) 559 3.2% 359 2.1 % Industrial (IB) 68 0.4% 48 0.3% Closed Sanitary Landfill (SL) 192 106 0.6% Public Semi -Public (PSP) 271 1.6% 173 1.0% Parks and Recreation 93 0.5% 46 0.3% Parks and Recreation - Regional or State 2,519 14.5% 1,528 8.8% Private Recreation (PREC) 358 2.1 % 272 1.6% Open Space (OS) 208 1.2% 153 0.9% Rights -of -Way 912 5.1 912 5.1 % Lakes 1,283 7.4% 1,283 7.4% Wetlands and Floodplains 5,335 30.8% Future Land Use Designations Agricultural (AG) identifies areas which are part of the Metropolitan Agricultural Preserves Program and are reserved for agricultural uses as a long-term land use. This area is not planned to be served by urban services and allows no more than one lot per forty acres. Rural Residential (RR) identifies areas for low -intensity uses, such as rural residential, rural commercial, farming, hobby farms, horticulture, conservation of ecologically significant natural resources and passive recreation. This area is not planned to be served by urban services during the timeframe covered by this Plan and requires each lot to have five contiguous acres of soils suitable for septic systems. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 G Y Y O F 1VIEDINA Page 5- 8 Developing Post-2030 identifies areas for future urban development in the City that will be provided municipal sewer and water services. This area is primarily concentrated around the City of Loretto and is presently planned for each lot to have five contiguous acres of acceptable soils. The purpose of the Developing Post-2030 designation is to communicate the future planning intentions to the community. Low Density Residential (LDR) identifies residential land uses developed between 2.0 units per acre and 3.49 units per acre which are served or are intended to be served by urban services. The primary use in this area is single-family residential development. The areas designated for low density residential uses are located near to existing low density residential uses, natural resources and provide a transition between higher density residential districts and the permanent rural areas of the community. Medium Density Residential (MDR) identifies residential land uses developed between 3.5 units per acre and 6.99 units per acre that are served, or are intended to be served, by urban services. The primary uses in this designation will be a mix of housing such as single family residential, twin homes, town homes, and row homes. This designation provides a transition area between the commercial and retail uses along the TH 55 corridor and the single-family uses. High Density Residential (HDR) identifies residential land uses developed between 7.0 units per acre and 30 units per acre that are served, or are intended to be served, by urban services. The primary uses will include duplexes, triplexes, town homes, apartment buildings and condominiums which should incorporate some open space or an active park. This designation is identified in areas that are generally accessible to transportation corridors and commercial uses. Mixed -Use (MU) provides opportunities for multiple, compatible uses on a single site including a residential component and one or more of the following: general business, commercial, office and public semi-public uses in each case where the primary use is residential. The areas designated with this land use will have residential densities between 3.5 units per acre and 6.99 units per acre over a minimum of half of the developable area. The mixed -use areas are served, or are intended to be served, by urban services in the future. Mixed -Use Business (MU-B) provides opportunities for multiple, compatible uses on one site including two or more of the following: residential, general business, commercial, or office. Residential densities in this designation will be between 7.0 units per acre and 45.0 units per acre across the entire area and may include some vertically integrated uses. The mixed -use business areas will be served by urban services. Commercial (C) provides areas for highway oriented businesses and retail establishments; can include commercial, office and retail uses; is concentrated along the TH 55 corridor and are served or will be served by urban services. General Business (GB) provides opportunities for corporate campus uses including light industrial and retail uses. This designation identifies larger tracts of land that are suitable for office and business park developments and are served or will be served by urban services. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 T Y O D MEDINA Page 5- 9 Industrial Business (IB) identifies areas that are currently used for manufacturing or processing of products and refers to lighter industrial uses in the community. The area is concentrated on TH 55 to allow access to primary transportation corridors and is served by urban services. Parks and Recreation includes parks and public recreational open space. Baker Regional Park has a significant impact on planning due to its size and attraction to those living outside of the City. Private Recreation (PREC) refers to areas that are currently used for recreational uses, are held under private ownership including a campground and golf courses and could be expanded to include other recreational uses that are not publicly maintained. Limited numbers of residential uses will be included within this land use designation. Open Space (OS) identifies public or privately held property protected as open space and includes known conservation easements, significant preserved natural resources and other areas that are protected through active measures. Public Semi -Public includes governmental, religious, educational, and cemetery uses. Rights -of -Way (ROW) refer to all public or private vehicular, transit, pedestrian, or rail rights - of -way. Closed Sanitary Landfill (SL) identifies an area that was previously used for a sanitary landfill but is now closed. The land is owned by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) and special land use regulations apply to the property. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 G Y 'r d F MEDINA Page 5- 10 Net Residential Density The residential land uses described above creates a wide range of housing options. The Future Land Use Plan allows a fairly broad range of densities within the sewered residential land uses. The following tables illustrate a possible range of net residential density within the sewered residential land uses. TABLE 5-C Net Residential Density (Assuming Lowest of Density Range) Land Use # of Units Gross Acres Acres Undevelopable) Net Acres Commercial Net Acres Residential Net Density (Units/Acre) A B C D E=B-(C+D) AIE Existing LDR 486 346 55 291 1.7 Existing MDR 497 181 17 164 3.0 Existing HDR 140 17 2 15 9.3 Future LDR 678 598 259 339 2.0 Future MDR 501 270 126 143 3.5 Future HDR 616 106 18 88 7.0 Future MU2 408 338 105 116 1162 3.5 Future MU-B3 273 59 20 393 7.0 TOTAL 3,599 1,915 602 116 1,197 3.01 1 Acres Undevelopable include wetlands, floodplains, and steep slope 2 The Mixed Use (MU) land use requires residential units equivalent to the minimum density over at least half of the developable area 3 The Mixed Use -Business (MU-B) land use requires residential units equivalent to the minimum density over the entire developable area TABLE 5-D Net Residential Density (Assuming Middle of Density Range) Land Use # of Units Gross Acres Acres Undevelopable) Net Acres Commercial Net Acres Residential Net Density (Units/Acre) A B C D E=B-(C+D) AIE Existing LDR 486 346 55 291 1.7 Existing MDR 497 181 17 164 3.0 Existing HDR 140 17 2 15 9.3 Future LDR 915 598 259 339 2.7 Future MDR 715 270 126 143 5.0 Future HDR 880 106 18 88 10.0 Future MU2 580 338 105 116 1162 5.0 Future MU-B3 390 59 20 393 10.0 TOTAL 4,603 1,915 602 116 1,197 3.85 1 Acres Undevelopable include wetlands, floodplains, and steep slope 2 The Mixed Use (MU) land use requires residential units equivalent to the minimum density over at least half of the developable area 3 The Mixed Use -Business (MU-B) land use requires residential units equivalent to the minimum density over the entire developable area Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 MEDINA Page 5- 11 Land Use Policies by Area The following section provides policies for land use designations and is categorized into generalized subsections with the following land uses: Rural Designations, Urban Service Designations, and Public Semi -Public Designations. The policies for each category as provided below directly support the goals and strategies outlined in Chapter 2. These designations are generalized land uses and are not specific zoning districts. The City will update the zoning ordinance and applicable codes to be consistent with the land use plan and designations identified in this section. The planning process revealed a strong interest in promoting good, sustainable development in the City. The Planned Unit Development (PUD) process for large scale or master plan types of development, regardless of whether they are residential, commercial or mixed -uses will be available and will be supported through zoning. Rural Designations The rural designations include Agricultural, Rural Residential and Developing Post-2030. A large percentage of the community falls into these two categories. The purpose of these designations is to provide low -intensity land uses, such as rural residential, farming, hobby farms, horticulture, conservation of natural and ecologically significant natural resources and passive recreation. This area will not be provided with water or sewer service during the timeframe covered by this Plan. The City's goal is to maintain the rural character of this area. The 2005 Metropolitan Council Regional Framework shows the majority of this area as Diversified Rural, and the City utilizes the Rural Residential designation to be consistent with the System Statement. A significant segment of this area consists of large, rural parcels with single-family homes. The City recognizes that such low -density, development will continue to be a desired housing alternative. The City's Open Space Report proposes several different implementation techniques for allowing open space development and planning to maintain rural character and simultaneously preserve significant natural resources. This result may take the form of innovative developments that clusters smaller lots on larger parcels with permanently conserved open space. Such innovative arrangements can help preserve the City's natural resources, open space and rural character, while still maintaining an average overall density of ten acres per unit. Medina's wetlands, lakes, scattered woodlands and soil conditions prevent smaller, unsewered lot development, but are ideal for low -density rural housing. Medina's policy in the permanent rural area is to keep strict soil requirements for septic sites, but allow flexibility for Open Space design developments and to ensure that the permanent rural area will remain rural by eliminating the need for future extension of a sanitary sewer service to replace failing systems. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 G Y 'r d F MEDINA Page 5- 12 Objectives: 1. Allow low -density development in the Rural Residential Area including innovative arrangements of homes that preserve open space and natural resources. 2. Encourage conservation of open space, farms and ecologically significant natural resources in the rural areas. 3. Enforce standards for the installation and maintenance of permanent, on -site sewage disposal systems. 4. Allow public facilities and services, such as parks and trail systems, if compatible with rural service area development. 5. Allow land uses, such as home -based businesses, hobby farms, horse stables, nurseries and other smaller -scale rural activities, which will not conflict with adjoining residential development. 6. Regulate noise, illumination, animals, and odors as needed to maintain public health and safety. 7. Maintain a maximum density of one unit per forty acres for property in the Agricultural land use. 8. Maintain a maximum density of one unit per ten acres for new development in the Rural Residential and Developing Post-2030 land use. The City will continue to utilize a five - acre contiguous suitable soils requirement in order to pursue this objective. This requirement has maintained the required density for the past decade (see Table 5-E below) and the City will monitor rural subdivisions and adjust regulations in the event the density is consistently exceeded. TABLE 5-E Density of Rural Subdivisions 2000-2008 Subdivision # of Lots Gross Acres Acres/Unit Winchester Hills 3 15.7 5.2 Wild Acres 3 75.0 25.0 Dahl 2nd Addn 2 23.3 11.6 Leawood Farms 9 212.0 23.6 High Pointe Ridge 3 51.4 17.1 Beannact Farm 3 42.1 14.0 Parkview Knoll 2 72.6 36.3 Unplatted 2 24.8 12.4 Willow Hill Preserve 4 31.2 7.8 Tuckborough Ridge 7 47.8 6.8 Fox Path Farm 2 27.4 13.7 All Rural Subdivisions 40 623.3 15.8 Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 MEDINA Page 5- 13 9. Continue to enforce five contiguous acres of soils suitable for septic systems per development site, but consider exceptions for open space developments that protect natural features and put land into permanent conservation. Within the Metropolitan Council's long term sewer service area (see Map 5-4), these exceptions will not be allowed to result in development with a density in excess of one unit per ten gross acres. 10. Urban services will not be provided to the Agricultural, Rural Residential, or Developing Post-20301and uses during this planning cycle. 11. Require preservation of natural slopes, wetlands, woodlands and other significant natural characteristics. 12. Determine lot sizes by soil types and conditions as defined in the City's on -site septic system requirements. 13. Protect property within the City's Developing Post-2030 designation from subdivision and development by requiring ghost plats for subdivisions so that future urban expansion is not compromised. 14. Reduce impervious surfaces where possible by applying low impact design standards and encourage innovative materials and plans that reduce runoff. 15. Encourage landowners to participate in the protection and conservation of significant natural resources. Urban Service Designations The Urban Service Area includes the residential and commercial areas of the City that are currently or will be served by municipal water and sewer services. Residential Uses Objectives: 1. Require preservation of natural slopes, wetlands, woodlands, and other significant natural characteristics of the property. 2. Consider exceptions to or modifications of density restrictions for developments that protect the natural features or exceed other standards of the zoning district. 3. Restrict urban development to properties within the sewer service boundary. 4. Encourage green building practices such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)1 principles in neighborhood planning and residential building and low impact development design standards. 1 LEED defined under Chapter 7 - Implementation (pg. 7-8) Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 G T Y 6 R MEDINA Page 5- 14 5. Protect urban residential areas from excessive noise, odors, and illumination. 6. Regulate the rate and location of development in keeping with availability of public facilities and the City's stated goals, including the undesignated MUSA and growth strategies. 7. Restrict commercial development to areas designated in this Plan. 8. Limit industrial activities, including agri-business facilities, to the urban commercial or industrial park areas. 9. Protect property within the City's 2030 MUSA boundary from development prior to the provision of urban services that will hinder future division. 10. Create more flexible zoning standards that would allow for innovative arrangements of homes, conservation easements, or other creative land use concepts that preserve the City's open space and natural features. 11. Promote attractive, well -maintained dwellings on functional, clearly marked roads, with adequate facilities and open space. 12. Emphasize resident and pedestrian safety. 13. Allow for a variety of housing types with a range of economic affordability in the urban residential areas. 14. Encourage a controlled mix of densities, housing types, age groups, economic levels, lot sizes, and living styles that are of appropriate scale and consistent with appropriate land use, market demands, and development standards. 15. Establish design criteria for platting and developing site plans which will be compatible with surrounding physical features, existing land uses and the preservation of ecologically significant natural resources. 16. Require standards for site improvements that ensure compatibility with adjacent residential areas. 17. Require utilities to be placed underground wherever possible for reasons of aesthetic enhancement and safety. 18. Plan interconnections between separate developments to encourage shared road use to reduce costs and minimize the amount of road surface required. 19. Require planning of trails and walkway systems in the early design stages of all new development so that residential areas are provided safe access to parks and open space. 20. In urban residential zones with sanitary sewer service permit higher density in PUD's in exchange for (1) reduced land coverage by buildings, (2) provision of more multi -family units; and, (3) sensitive treatment of natural resources. 21. Implement standards for lot sizes and setbacks which recognize the development characteristics and natural resources of each existing neighborhood. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 MEDINA Page 5- 15 Mixed -Use The mixed -use designations focus on integrating a mix of uses to help promote housing and commercial diversity within the community. Such mixed -use designations are concentrated along the TH 55 corridor to promote a more compact development pattern in proximity to existing infrastructure and will include residential and commercial components with ratios of use determined by topography and market conditions. Mixed -use areas are all located in the urban service area. Objectives: 1. Allow a mix of residential and commercial uses to co -exist on adjacent parcels as well as within the same structure or on the same parcel. 2. Create flexible zoning standards that would allow for a mix of residential and commercial uses on parcels that preserve the City's open space and natural features. 3. Consider alternatives for meeting parking requirements including parking in the rear of buildings, shared parking, on -street, underground, or ramp parking. 4. Use building standards that enhance and maintain the small town heritage and traditional small-town look including brick facades, traditional street lighting, overhangs over the sidewalk, boardwalks, and the like. 5. Involve residents, businesses, community groups and other stakeholders in the planning of these areas. 6. Create master plans for mixed -use areas to ensure integration of uses and responsiveness to adjacent land uses. 7. Establish design criteria for platting and developing site plans which will be compatible with surrounding physical features, existing land uses and the preservation of ecologically significant natural resources. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 G Y , d F MEDINA Page 5- 16 Commercial Uses The previous objectives outlined referred to urban land uses with a residential component. The following objectives refer to commercial and industrial land uses that are connected to or planned for urban services. The Urban Commercial area is along the TH 55 corridor and will support businesses to benefit the residential areas to the north and south and commuters who travel on TH 55. Businesses will provide a variety of retail products and services mixed with light industrial/warehouses and smaller offices. Objectives: 1. Provide convenient and attractive shopping and services to meet the needs of City residents. 2. Avoid multiple access points to collector and arterial roads. 3. Encourage businesses that benefit the local community by providing employment opportunities offering convenience goods and services, utilizing high quality design, and having limited impact on public services. 4. Require commercial activities that serve the broader metropolitan market to have access to a regional highway or frontage road. 5. Regulate the impact of commercial development along the border between commercially and residentially guided areas to ensure that commercial property has a minimal impact on residential areas. 6. Regulate construction to ensure high quality, energy and resource efficient buildings and to promote such Green Building standards as LEED Certifications or the State of Minnesota Sustainable Building Guidelines: Buildings, Benchmarks and Beyond (B-3) standards. 7. Encourage construction that enhances the visual appeal of TH 55 corridor. 8. Create or update standards that promote a more rural appearance, or create campus style developments that protect ecologically significant areas and natural features. 9. Require frontage roads that do not directly access TH 55 corridor. 10. Require developments to provide frontage roads as shown conceptually in the transportation plan. 11. Require conditional use permits for manufacturing, processing, cleaning, storage, maintenance and testing of goods and products in order to prevent adverse affects to the City and its residents. 12. Use the site plan review process to ensure that commercial and industrial uses are compatible with neighboring future and existing uses, and with the adjoining public streets and highways. PUD's may be used to help accomplish this policy. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 T Y O D MEDINA Page 5- 17 Public and Semi -Public Land Use Public and Semi Public uses including golf courses and wastewater treatment facilities exist in both the urban and rural areas. Objectives: 1. Achieve a balanced framework of public uses and private development. 2. Set aside land for parks and preservation of ecologically significant natural resources to meet a wide variety of recreational, educational and functional needs as defined and discussed in the Park, Trails, and Open Space chapter and the Open Space Report. 3. Provide a trail system connecting parks, open space and other public uses. 4. Provide space for some public and semi-public uses in urban areas. These could include: churches, recreation areas, and public service facilities such as post office, fire stations, libraries and utility structures. 5. Continue to pursue conservation and preservation of wetlands, woodlands, ecologically significant natural resources and other open space, as appropriate. 6. Protect wetlands, as they provide wildlife habitat, preserve open space, improve water quality and provide water storage areas for the City's storm drainage system. 7. Protect the shoreline of lakes, creeks and wetlands from development. 8. Utilize existing regulatory tools and supplement as necessary to allow these types of lands to be preserved or protected for public use. 9. Require public and semi-public zoning to complement the character of surrounding land uses. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 G Y 'r d F MEDINA Page 5- 18 Staging Plan The staging plan is tied to infrastructure plans, including water, wastewater and transportation, to ensure that services are provided to new residents and businesses in an efficient and cost- effective manner. The staging plan, Map 5-3, utilizes flexible staging boundaries to direct where and when development should proceed within the City and is built on the following principles: • Compact growth will occur along the TH 55 corridor to ensure the preservation of the rural heart of the City. • Growth will proceed in an east -west pattern to develop efficiently the City's infrastructure, including sewer and water. • The City shall promote contiguous growth within the urban service areas to provide efficient and cost-effective services to residents. • Growth should encompass a balance of land uses to provide residential and business areas for development throughout the planning period. • The staging plan identifies staged increments of 5-year periods and provides some flexibility between adjacent staging periods. Development shall be limited to a maximum of one staging increment beyondtwo years prior to the existing staging period, and will be tied to an incentive based points system (see Chapter 7; Growth Strategy, Page 7 - 4). These principles are developed based on known development constraints related to existing water and sewer infrastructure. When development is proposed, the City will review the staging plan for consistency with the water and sewer plans attached as appendices to this document. The following are some of the constraints to be considered when guiding development: • There is presently capacity for approximately 160 additional water units through 2009, which needs to include a variety of growth options over the short-term planning timeline. The construction of additional wells and water storage facility will increase the availability of water units. • The City's sewer infrastructure has capacity for approximately 2,000 additional units that is expected to be adequate through at least 2015. • The City plans on developing the water system to match the Guide Plan which stages growth through 2030 and may include the development of a well field in the western area of the urban service boundary that may allow growth near Loretto. • Sewer improvements will be required to meet 2030 projection population growth. The following table describes the land use allocation by 5-year staging increments and is a guide for the City when developing infrastructure and future planning efforts. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 T Y O D MEDINA Page 5- 19 Table 5-F Land Use in 5-Year Increments Land Use Designation Allowed Density Ranges Min Max Existing I 2010 I 2015 2008 l 1 2020 2025 2030 %Change 2010-2030 Residential Uses (acres) (acres) (acres) (acres) (acres) (acres) -Rural Residential 2.5 acres or less 212 212 212 212 212 0% -Rural Residential 2.5 -10 acres 1 U/10A TBDt 2197 2207 2217 2227 2237 1.8% -Rural Residential 10-40 acres 1 U/40A 1 U/10A 3591 3661 3691 3721 3751 4.5% - Rural Residential 40+ acres 1 U/40A 1835 1755 1715 1675 1635 -10.9% -Agricultural 40+ acres Subtotal Unsewered Low Density Residential (LDR) Medium Density Residential (MDR) High Density Residential (HDR) 1 U/40A 8086 2 3.49 346 3.5 6.9 181 7 30 17 251 8086 251 8086 600 326 21 743 637 464 21 251 8086 9� 711 451 21 251 8086 944 905 451 21 251 8086 0% 0% 944 57% 451 38% 123 486% Mixed Use (MU)2 Mixed Use — Business (MU-B)3 3.5 6.9 0 7 45 5 80 166 59 59 166 59 239 166 59 338 323% 59 0% Future Developing Areas 1 U/10A 2501 1954 1372 982 Commercial Uses Commercial (C) General Business (GB) Industrial (IB) 246 256 349 380 771 444 -77% 380 427 67% 92 92 214 375 480 558 507% 25 25 68 68 Institutional Uses Public Semi -Public (PSP) Parks and Recreation Parks and Recreation — Regional/State Private Recreation (PREC) Open Space (OS) Closed Sanitary Landfill (SL) 271 271 271 271 68 68 172% 271 271 0% 93 93 93 93 93 93 0% 2519 358 2519 2519 358 358 2519 358 2519 358 2519 0% 358 0% 208 208 208 208 208 208 0% 192 192 192 192 192 192 0% Right -of -Ways 912 Lakes 1,283 Wetlands and Floodplains 5,335 Total City 17,335 ' To be determined later for cluster/open-space developments. Density in excess of one unit per ten acres will not be allowed within Metropolitan Council's long term sewer service area. z This land use require a minimum 50% of the developable property includes a residential component within the density range 3 The Mixed Use -Business (MU-B) land use requires residential units equivalent to the minimum density over the entire developable area. The MU-B "Existing 2008" acreage is based on the approximate area which has been developed consistent with the Objectives of the MU-B land use. Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 G Y 'r 0 F MEDINA, Page 5- 20 The staging plan supports the timing and planning for future improvements and recognizes the existing limitations of water and sewer systems in 2007. Objectives • The constraints on growth over the planning period ending in 2030 are related to water and wastewater infrastructure capital improvements. The City shall develop a capital improvement plan to address these needs and to monitor development and phasing in an appropriate way. • The City shall evaluate the creation of a well field in the western portion of the urban service area. • The City shall develop a system for evaluating developments within the urban service area to help prioritize developments that are consistent with the goals of the City. • The City will promote low impact development, conservation development and environmentally sustainable design. (REMAINDER OF THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK) Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 GT Y a o MEDINA Page 5- 21 (THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK) Chapter 5 - Land Use & Growth Proposed Amended January 2015 G Y 'r d F MEDINA Page 5- 22 COUNTY ROAD 11 Independence HIGHWAY 55 Half Moon Corcoran CHIPPEWA Spurzem COUNTY ROAD 24 Katrina Medina HACKAMORE Map 5-3 MEDINA Staging and Growth Urban Services Phasing Plan Developed 2008 2001-2010 2011-2015 2016-2020 **2016-2020 2021-2025 **2021-2025 2026-2030 **2026-2030 Post 2030 Met Council LTSSA ���A Vz **Note: Crosshatched areas are proposed to be amended from an earlier staging period to the period indicated. There are several critical infrastructure milestones that will control growth including: - The existing water infrastructure has capacity of approximately 160 units available until 2009. - The sewer constraints shall limit development to 2,000 units without improvements. Generally, the Phasing Plan demonstrates that development shall proceed in an east to west paten lhi s Iasi rg m a low bil ity between adjacent for development two -years prior to the indicated phases to allow for proper infrastructure planning and development. The Grey area reflects the area identified by the City to be developed Post 2030. The Met Council has identified the LTSSA for potential future access to urban services. No services are planned during the timeframe covered by this Plan. Proposed Amendment: November 2014 Scale: 1:30,000 Map Date: December 24, 2014 Agenda Item # 8A MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Mitchell and Members of the City Council FROM: Dusty Finke, City Planner; through City Administrator Scott Johnson DATE: December 31, 2014 MEETING: January 6, 2015 City Council SUBJ: Daniel Munsell—Easement Vacation-3157 Wild Flower Trail Public Hearing Summary of Request Daniel Munsell has requested that the City vacate the upland buffer easement located on his property at 3157 Wild Flower Trail. The existing 35 foot wide buffer easement is around a small wetland located in adjacent open space owned by the City, but extends into the property. During the development process, City regulations would have permitted the buffer to be averaged so that it was narrower on the home side and wider in the open space, but it was not. During construction of the home, a paver patio was inadvertently constructed in the buffer, so the property owner now requests to average the buffer. The applicant proposes a replacement easement slightly narrower (approximately 4 feet narrower at the narrowest point). Analysis According to Minnesota Statutes: "The council may by resolution vacate any [easement].... or any part thereof, on its own motion or on petition of a majority of the owners of land abutting [the easement] ..., or part thereof to be vacated. When there has been no petition, the resolution may be adopted only by a vote of four -fifths of all members of the council. No vacation shall be made unless it appears in the interest of the public to do so after a hearing..." As noted above, the City's wetland protection ordinance allows the averaging of the width of upland buffers upon establishment. It is common for a developer or property owner to narrow the buffers in some locations and make up the difference in another location around the wetland. In this case, the developer did not average the buffer, and it is 35 feet around the entire small wetland. The wetland, and most of the adjoining buffer, is located in property which is owned by the City. Staff believes that, had the developer requested to do so in the first place, ordinances would have permitted wider buffers in the City property and reduced width on the subject site. The reduction in width only results in a reduction of 142 square feet of total buffer, and does not exceed the minimum buffer width allowed with averaging. As noted above, under normal circumstances, the developer could have increased the area of the buffer by 142 square feet in the adjacent City owned property at the time of development and proposed this same buffer on the subject site. The applicant proposes to execute a replacement easement. The survey below shows the existing easement line in blue and the replacement easement line in pink. Staging/Growth Plan Page 1 of 2 January 6, 2015 Comprehensive Plan Amendment City Council Meeting r r n 7'Mf SfY=rpnTAuj ` � v i -ti- r L' F 311 TAFrCYLY- 10T7. e� / Q 0 s `"OVU D SMACK IFFFTI� z ❑ DENOTES CATCH RABN — • DENOTES STORM MANHOLE O DENOTES STORM APRON O DENOTES SET IRON MONUMENT • DENOTES FOUND IRON MONUMENT x DDO.d DENOTES EXISTING FL FVATION (000,0) DENOTES PROPOSED ELEVATION DENOTES DIRECTION OF SURFACE DRAiNAOE DENOTES SANTARY SEWER SERVICE ELEVATION DENOTES 2LV OECOUCUS TREE DENOTES EXISTING TREE X 111...J+/' OOO.O DENOTES ASBULT FOUNDATION ELEVATION DOOM CENOTES ASBUaLT SPOT ELEVATION NOTES: 1.1 OWING UTILITIES SHOWN ME SHOWN IN AN APPROXIMATE WAY ON CONTRACTOR SHALL DETERMINE THE EXACT LOCATION OF ANY AND N.J. £%!STING mums RETORT COMMENCING WORK. HE AGREES TO Be PO RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY AND ALL SMMA.LCFS ARISING OUT OF NG FAILURE EXACTLY LOCATE AND PRE SERVE ANY AND ALL EXISTING UTILITIS. f Ne Existing Easement Line rE DRAD1EKT TO ACCOMMODATE I OF AFOOT ANC Proposed replacement easement line O WETLAND ONLY AND ODES ALL BE BUILT. Dm SHALL NOT ENCROACH Poo THE DRAINAGE AND UTRITY FA{FYZNT. 5:1 A TILE ORNION WAS NOT FURNISHED TO DE SLRVEYOH. 6.) PROPOSED GRADES SHOWN ADJACFN' TO BUILDING FOUNDATKDN RE TO TOP Of BLACK DIRT r-1 IILN1.41MM1RK THH 41 LOTS 2'3, OLDCK I. ENCLAVE AT MEDINA RLIC ADDITION = TONS '0• TNH igi LOT 1, BLOCK N. ENCLAVE AT MEDINA 2ND AITDIrON = 1017 IX I 1 HERESYCERTIFY THAT THIS LS A TRUE AND CORRECT REPRESENTATICA OF A SURVEY OF THE BOUNDARIES OF: LOT t, BLOCK E, THE ENCLAVE AT MEDINA ENDAMMON, ACCORDING TO f "F" THE RECORDED PAT THEREOF. HENNEPIN COUNTY, NIN ESOTA Note: Exhibit prepared by City staff by excerpting a portion of survey submitted by applicant, coloring lines shown upon such survey, and adding callout boxes Staff Recommendation Staff recommends that the Council first hold the Public Hearing which was noticed for the January 6, 2015 meeting. Staff believes that the narrowing of the buffer width is permitted by existing City Code, and would have no negative public impacts. Therefore, vacation could be found to be in the public interest. If the City Council concurs, the following motion would be in order: Move to adopt the resolution vacating upland buffer easement on 3157 Wild Flower Trail. Attachments 1. DRAFT resolution 2. Survey showing location of existing and proposed easement Staging/Growth Plan Page 2 of 2 January 6, 2015 Comprehensive Plan Amendment City Council Meeting 20 10 0 10 20 40 jco A 4 A / \ \ BENCHMARK TNH EI.EY,= REV -T.10 fE.B9 \ h \ 10:16 \,© DENOTES WETLAND BUFFER POST ® DENOTES SUMP PUMP -621 SETBACKS R2 MIN. FRONT YARD SETBACK = 25' LIVING, 30' GARAGE MIN. SIDE YARD SETBACK =10' MIN,15' TOTAL MIN. REAR YARD SETBACK= 25' DENOTES EXISTING CONTOUR \q\N'bfBCNCHM.ARK13 ,TNN ELEV.= 1017.1. ' NETLAND SETBACK 4 O WETLAND HARDCOVER LOT AREA = 10,915 S.F. HOUSE AREA= 2,073 S.F. DRIVEWAY AREA=1,102 S.F. SIDEWALK AREA=114 S.F. STOOP AREA= 177 S.F. TOTAL IMPERVIOUS AREA= 3,556 S.F. COVERAGE = 24.7% ZONING DISTRICT:R2 LEGEND DENOTES SANITARY MANHOLE DENOTES HYDRANT 0 DENOTES CATCH BASIN ® DENOTES STORM MANHOLE 0 DENOTES STORM APRON p DENOTES SET IRON MONUMENT DENOTES FOUND IRON MONUMENT x 000.0 DENOTES EXISTING ELEVATION DENOTES PROPOSED ELEVATION DENOTES DIRECTION OF SURFACE DRAINAGE DENOTES SANITARY SEWER SERVICE ELEVATION DENOTES 2.5" DECIDUOUS TREE DENOTES EXISTING TREE X 000.0 DENOTES ASBUILT FOUNDATION ELEVATION C00.0 DENOTES ASBUILT SPOT ELEVATION NOTES: 1.} EXISTING UTILITIES SHOWN ARE SHOWN IN AN APPROXIMATE WAY ONLY. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL DETERMINE THE EXACT LOCATION OF ANY AND ALL EXISTING UTILITIES BEFORE COMMENCING WORK. HE AGREES TO BE FULLY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY AND ALL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF HIS FAILURE TO EXACTLY LOCATE AND PRESERVE ANY AND ALL EXISTING UTILMES. 2.) MUST MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 2% SLOPE GRADIENT TO ACCOMMODATE POSITIVE DRAINAGE. 3.) ALL OFFSET IRONS ARE MEASURED TO HUNDREDTHS OF A FOOT AND CAN BE USED AS BENCHMARKS. (000.0) ,1@) 0 NORTH 4.) THE PROPOSED DRIVEWAY SHOWN IS CONCEPTUAL ONLY AND DOES NOT PURPORT TO SHOW EXACTLY HOW THE DRIVEWAY SHALL BE BUILT. DRIVEWAY SHALL NOT ENCROACH INTO THE DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT. \ 5.) A TITLE OPINION WAS NOT FURNISHED TO THE SURVEYOR. 6.) PROPOSED GRADES SHOWN ADJACENT TO BUILDING FOUNDATION REFERS TO TOP OF BLACK DIRT. 7.) BENCHMARK TNH ( LOTS 2/3, BLOCK 4, ENCLAVE AT MEDINA 2ND ADDITION =1016/39 FEET `B" TNH 63f LOT 1, BLOCK 4, ENCLAVE AT MEDINA 2ND ADDITION =1017.14 FEET I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS FS A TRUE AND CORRECT REPRESENTATION OF A SURVEY OF THE BOUNDARIES OF: LOT 1, BLOCK 4, THE ENCLAVE AT MEDINA 2ND ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA AND THE PROPOSED BUILDING TO BE CONSTRUCTED AND OTFIER IMPROVEMENTS AS PROVIDED TO ME THIS TTH DAY OF JUNE, 2013. David B. Pemberton, Professional Land Surveyor Minnesota License No. 40344 REVISIONS 1iY24111 l3WllIML45tlVll: N m. 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NAME GAS 6046446 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF MEDINA RESOLUTION NO.2015-## RESOLUTION VACATING UPLAND BUFFER EASEMENT ON 3157 WILD FLOWER TRAIL WHEREAS, the city of Medina (the "City") is a municipal corporation, organized and existing under the laws of Minnesota; and WHEREAS, Daniel Munsell (the "Applicant") owns property within the City at 3157 Wild Flower Trail (the "Property") which is legally described as: Lot 1, Block 4, The Enclave at Medina 2nd Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota; and WHEREAS, there exists on a portion of the Property an easement for Upland Buffer purposes; and WHEREAS, the Applicant has requested that the City vacate the portion of the easement on the Property in order to permit construction of a patio behind the home; and WHEREAS, the Applicant has agreed to dedicate a replacement easement which is slightly narrower than the existing easement; and WHEREAS, City regulations would have permitted the narrower width of the Upland Buffer when originally established; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 412.851, the City scheduled a public hearing to consider the proposed vacation; and WHEREAS, notice of the public hearing was posted, published in the official newspaper and mailed to the owners of affected properties, all in accordance with law; and WHEREAS, the City held the public hearing on the proposed vacation on January 6, 2015, at which hearing all interested parties were heard; and WHEREAS, following the public hearing, the City determined that the vacation of the portion of the Easement on the Property is in the public interest, subject to acquisition of the replacement easement agreed to by the Applicant. Resolution No. 2015-## January 6, 2015 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the city council of the city of Medina, Minnesota as follows: 1. Subject to the condition described below being satisfied, the City hereby declares that the portion of the easement described in Exhibit A to be vacated. 2. The city administrator or his designee is authorized and directed to prepare and present to the Hennepin County Auditor a notice that the City has completed these vacation proceedings and record with Hennepin County Recorder the vacation of the easement only upon recording of the replacement easement. Dated: January 6, 2015. Robert Mitchell, Mayor ATTEST: Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: And the following voted against same: (Absent:) Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Resolution No. 2015-## 2 January 6, 2015 EXHIBIT A That portion of the Upland Buffer Easement which is located on property legally described as Lot 1, Block 4, The Enclave at Medina 2nd Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota; such Upland Buffer Easement being recorded in the office of the Hennepin County Recorder on July 8, 2011 with doc. No. A9672811 which is also the same Easement referenced in the Master Declaration of Covenants for the Enclave recorded September 20, 2012 as doc. No. A9844055 and the First Annexation Amendment to Amended and Restated Master Declaration of Covenants for The Enclave recorded on September 28, 2012 as doc. No. A9849343. Resolution No. 2015-## 3 January 6, 2015 Agenda Item # 8B MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Mitchell and Members of the City Council FROM: Dusty Finke, City Planner; through City Administrator Scott Johnson DATE: December 24, 2014 MEETING: January 6, 2015 City Council SUBJ: Ordinance Amendment — Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, and Similar Uses Background At the November Planning Commission meeting, the Commission reviewed the Comprehensive Plan Amendment request from The Wealshire, LLC related to a proposed Memory Care Facility at the northwest corner of Mohawk and Chippewa. The Commission recommended approval of the Amendment, but also expressed interest in reviewing the zoning regulations related to these uses. The City Council reviewed the Comprehensive Plan Amendment and directed staff to prepare a resolution approving of the request. As such, no changes to the City's zoning ordinance would be necessary for the sake of the applicant's request (although the property will need to be rezoned following formal adoption of the Comp Plan Amendment). However, the Commission's discussion suggested that further discussion of the regulations may be warranted. Existing Regulations Current City regulations list Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Facilities and Similar Uses as permitted uses in the following zoning districts: Business, Business Park. The code lists them as conditional uses in the following districts: Mixed Use, Uptown Hamel-1, R-3 (Mid Density Residential), R-4 (Limited High Density) and R-5 (High Density). Smaller assisted living facilities (six or fewer residents) are allowed in all residential districts because state statute requires it. Within the mixed use and higher density districts, development of these types of uses require the following specific limitations in order to limit potential impacts on adjacent residential properties. Subd. 3. Assisted Living Facilities, Nursing Homes, and Similar Uses. (a) shall abut an arterial roadway or abut a collector roadway no more than 1,500 feet from an intersection with an arterial roadway; (b) structures shall cover no more than 20 percent of the lot, and the combined floor area of all structures shall not exceed an amount equal to 30 percent of the lot area; (c) parking requirements shall be based on the number of employees of the facility, expected guest visitation and the likelihood of residents owning vehicles. Parking for residents of the facility shall be enclosed or underground, consistent with the requirements of the zoning district; Ordinance Amendment Page 1 of 2 January 6, 2015 Nursing Homes, Assisted Living, Similar Uses City Council Meeting (d) sufficient outdoor plaza and recreational areas shall be provided; (e) exterior building materials shall consist of the following materials: brick, natural stone, stucco, Exterior Insulation and Finish System or similar product, copper, glass, decorative concrete, split face (rock face) decorative block, and/or decorative pre -cast concrete panels. A maximum of 20 percent of the vertical building exterior may be metal or fiber cement lap siding or other materials approved by the city, if used as accent materials which are integrated into the overall building design. (f) the city council may require compliance with any other conditions, restrictions or limitations it deems to be reasonably necessary to protect the residential character of the surrounding area. The requirement to be within 1,500 feet of an arterial roadway limits the property on which these uses may be located. Additionally, the footprint and floor area limitations are fairly limiting. Staff believes these limitations are appropriate within a lower density residential setting, but question if they are necessary in districts where higher density housing is permitted. As noted above, the uses are currently not permitted in single family districts. The Commission and Council could discuss such expansion, but staff would recommend upholding the floor area limitations and requiring proximity to major roadways. These uses are not currently allowed in Commercial districts in the City. The Planning Commission and City Council discussed the matter back in 2012, and decided that there was a potential that adjacent commercial uses may adversely affect these uses. The concern was that the City was setting up a situation where complaints would come from the nursing home facility which would not be expected if two strictly commercial activities were adjacent. One potential protection against this conflict would be to require the Nursing Home/Assisted Living Facility to have larger setbacks and buffers, so to limit impacts from neighboring commercial uses. This would be more equitable than requiring the higher standards for uses which are adjacent to the Nursing Home/Assisted Living Facility. At that time, the Council decided the better course of action was to not allow the uses in Commercial districts. Planning Commission Recommendation The Planning Commission discussed the regulations at their December 9 meeting. Staff had prepared a draft ordinance which would reduce restrictions in the Mixed Use and higher density residential zoning districts. The Commission held a Public Hearing on the attached draft ordinance and unanimously recommended approval. The Commission also briefly discussed whether to allow these uses in lower density residential districts (with conditions to protect adjacent residential properties) or commercial districts (with conditions to protect the subject property from adjacent commercial activity). The Commission did not recommend such changes. Attachments 1. DRAFT ordinance 2. Resolution authorizing publication by title and summary 3. Excerpt from DRAFT 12/9/2014 Planning Commission minutes Ordinance Amendment Page 2 of 2 January 6, 2015 Nursing Homes, Assisted Living, Similar Uses City Council Meeting CITY OF MEDINA ORDINANCE NO. ### AN ORDINANCE REGARDING NURSING HOMES, ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES, AND SIMILAR USES; AMENDING CHAPTER 8 OF THE CITY CODE The City Council of the City of Medina ordains as follows: SECTION I. Section 841.4.05 of the code of ordinances of the city of Medina is amended by deleting the stricken language and adding the underlined language as follows: Section 841.4.05. Supplemental Requirements for Specific Uses within the R-3, R-4, and R-5 Residential Zoning Districts. In addition to the general standards specified for conditional uses in section 825.39 of the City Code and other requirements of this ordinance, the following uses shall not be permitted unless the city council determines that all of the specific standards contained in this subdivision will be met: Subd. 3. Assisted Living Facilities, Nursing Homes, and Similar Uses. (a) shall abut an arterial roadway or abut a collector roadway no more than 1,500 feet from an intersection with an arterial roadway; (b) structures shall cover no more than 20 percent of the lot, and the combined floor area of all structures shall not exceed an amount equal to 30 percent of the lot area; (c) parking requirements shall be based on the number of employees of the facility, expected guest visitation and the likelihood of residents owning vehicles. Parking for residents of the facility shall be enclosed or underground, consistent with the requirements of the zoning district; (d) sufficient outdoor plaza and recreational areas shall be provided; (e) exterior building materials shall consist of the following materials: brick, natural stone, stucco, Exterior Insulation and Finish System or similar product, copper, glass, decorative concrete, split face (rock face) decorative block, and/or decorative pre -cast concrete panels. A maximum of 20 percent of the vertical building exterior may be metal or fiber cement lap siding or other materials approved by the city, if used as accent materials which are integrated into the overall building design. (f) the city council may require compliance with any other conditions, restrictions or limitations it deems to be reasonably necessary to protect the residential character of the surrounding area. SECTION II. Section 842.2.07 of the code of ordinances of the city of Medina is amended by deleting the stricken language and adding the underlined language as follows: Section 842.2.07 (MU) Supplemental Requirements for Specific Residential Uses. Ordinance No. ### 1 DATE Subd. 2. State Licensed Residential Facility or housing with services registered under chapter 144D, serving 16 or fewer persons (a) Shall abut an arterial roadway or abut a collector roadway no more than 1,500 feet from an intersection with an arterial roadway. (b) Shall not be operated within a townhome or multiple family structure. (c) Parking requirements shall be based on the number or residents at the facility as well as the number of employees. Parking for residents of the facility shall be enclosed or underground, consistent with the requirements of the zoning district. (d) The facility shall meet licensing requirements as required by law. (e) The city council may require compliance with any other conditions, restrictions or limitations it deems to be reasonably necessary to protect the residential character of the surrounding area. Subd. 3. Assisted Living Facilities, Nursing Homes, and Similar Uses (a) Shall abut an arterial roadway or abut a collector roadway no more than 1,500 feet from an intersection with an arterial roadway. (b) Structures shall cover no more than 20 percent of the lot, and the combined floor area of all structures shall not exceed an amount equal to 30 percent of the lot area. (c) Parking requirements shall be based on the number of employees of the facility, expected guest visitation and the likelihood of residents owning vehicles. Parking for residents of the facility shall be enclosed or underground, consistent with the requirements of the zoning district. (d) Sufficient outdoor plaza and recreational areas shall be provided. (e) Exterior building materials shall consist of the following materials: brick, natural stone, stucco, Exterior Insulation and Finish System or similar product, copper, glass, decorative concrete, split face (rock face) decorative block, and/or decorative pre -cast concrete panels. A maximum of 20 percent of the vertical building exterior may be metal or fiber cement lap siding or other materials approved by the city, if used as accent materials which are integrated into the overall building design. (f) The city council may require compliance with any other conditions, restrictions or limitations it deems to be reasonably necessary to protect the residential character of the surrounding area. SECTION III. This ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption and publication. Adopted by the Medina city council this day of , 2015. Robert Mitchell, Mayor Attest: Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk Published in the South Crow River News on the day of , 2015. Ordinance No. ### 2 DATE Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF MEDINA RESOLUTION NO. 2015-## RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PUBLICATION OF ORDINANCE NO. ### BY TITLE AND SUMMARY WHEREAS, the city council of the city of Medina has adopted Ordinance No. ###, an ordinance regarding nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and similar uses, amending chapter 8 of the city code; and WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes § 412.191, subdivision 4 allows publication by title and summary in the case of lengthy ordinances or those containing charts or maps; and WHEREAS, the ordinance is 3 pages in length; and WHEREAS, the city council believes that the following summary would clearly inform the public of the intent and effect of the ordinance. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the city council of the city of Medina that the city administrator -clerk shall cause the following summary of Ordinance No. 1111# to be published in the official newspaper in lieu of the ordinance in its entirety: Public Notice The city council of the city of Medina has adopted Ordinance No. ###, an ordinance regarding nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and similar uses. The ordinance amends certain regulations related to such uses in the Mixed Use, Mid Density Residential, Limited High Density Residential, and High Density Residential zoning districts. The full text of Ordinance No. ### is available from the city administrator -clerk at Medina city hall during regular business hours. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the city council of the city of Medina that the city administrator -clerk keep a copy of the ordinance in his office at city hall for public inspection and that he post a full copy of the ordinance in a public place within the city. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the city council of the city of Medina that the Zoning Administrator is directed to make the appropriate changes of the official zoning map of the City of Medina as described in the Public Notice above upon publication of this notice. Resolution No. 2015-## January 6, 2015 Dated: January 6, 2015. Robert Mitchell, Mayor ATTEST: Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: And the following voted against same: (Absent:) Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Resolution No. 2015-## 2 January 6, 2015 Medina Planning Commission Excerpt from DRAFT 12/9/2014 Meeting Minutes Public Hearing - Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 8 of the Medina City Code related to Assisted Living Facilities, Nursing Homes, Housing with Services Establishments, and Similar uses. Finke presented existing regulations and asked for Commission direction on the following: • 1500 feet from arterial greatly limit the amount of property • Footprint and floor area ratio may not make sense in higher density or mixed use (use is more similar to apartments) • Discussion re: Commercial Districts • Discussion regarding lower density districts (here, footprint limitation may make sense) Finke said the Council has asked staff to prepare Resolution for comp plan for Wealshire. Mitchell asked what the restrictions will be for higher density uses. Finke said it would be hard cover. Mitchell said we could consider in the high density. Finke said we can look at the changes in the mixed use. V. Reid said the point of the amendment is to help assisted living facilities to be treated more similar to an apartment building. V. Reid would be in favor of the amendment as proposed. R. Reid said the amendment is fine to loosen the restrictions to give the developers more flexibility. Personally having been quite familiar with these type of uses that they are very quiet and doesn't see need to increase setbacks and comfortable with the changes. White said she was comfortable with the changes but not comfortable with changes in commercial or low density. Public Hearing opened at 8:32 p.m. Public Hearing closed at 8:33 p.m. Motion by White, seconded by V. Reid, to approve the Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 8 of the Medina City Code related to Assisted Living Facilities, Nursing Homes, Housing with Services Establishments, and Similar uses. Motion approved unanimously. (Absent: Nolan, Foote, Williams) Agenda Item # 8C Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF MEDINA RESOLUTION NO. 2015- ESTABLISHING 2015 APPOINTMENTS AND DESIGNATIONS TO VARIOUS CITY SERVICES, AUTHORITIES, COMMISSIONS, AND AGENCIES WHEREAS, the City contracts with various consultants and businesses to provide services to the City, and WHEREAS, the City is required to appoint City representatives to City commissions as well as area jurisdictions, agencies, authorities and commissions as indicated by governing documents, State statute, or City codes. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Medina hereby establishes the 2015 appointments and designations listed on Exhibit A. Dated: January 6, 2015. Bob Mitchell, Mayor Attest: Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator - Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: And the following voted against same: Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Resolution No. 2015- January 6, 2015 Exhibit A Council Office/Liaisons 2015 Appointment(s) Acting Mayor Jeff Pederson Public Safety Liaison Jeff Pederson Public Works Liaison Kathleen Martin Planning & Zoning Liaison John Anderson Parks Liaison Lorie Cousineau Administration Liaison Bob Mitchell City Consultants Auditing Services Abdo Eick and Meyers LLP Building Inspector Metro West Inspection City Assessor Southwest Assessing (Rolf Erickson) City Attorney Kennedy & Graven (Ron Batty) City Engineer WSB (Tom Kellogg) Financial Ehlers & Associates, Inc. Fire Marshal Loren Kohnen Metro West Inspection (alternate) IT Cipher Laboratories (Mike Brocco) Planning Consultant Northwest Associated Consultants, Inc. Prosecuting Attorney Tallen & Baertschi (Steve Tallen) City Staff City Treasurer Erin Barnhart Human Resource Officer Scott Johnson Jodi Gallup (alternate) Data Compliance Officials Scott Johnson Jodi Gallup (alternate) Ed Belland - Police Cec Vieau - Police Erin Barnhart - Finance Dusty Finke - Planning Steve Scherer - Public Works Responsible Authority for MN Government Data Practices Act Scott Johnson Zoning Administrator Dusty Finke Deb Peterson (alternate) City Committee, Agency, Commission Representatives Communities in Collaboration Council Ed Belland Elm Creek Watershed (2nd Wednesday @ 11:30 a.m., Maple Grove City Hall) Elizabeth Weir Madeleine Linck (alternate) Hamel VFD Relief Association (2nd Monday @ 8:00 p.m.) (need 2 elected officials as ex-officio members) Jeff Pederson Kathleen Martin (1st alternate) Resolution No. 2015- January 6, 2015 1 Exhibit A Highway 55 Corridor Coalition Joint Powers Jeff Pederson Scott Johnson (1st alternate) Lake Independence TMDL through Pioneer -Sarah Creek Watershed Hakanson Anderson Scott Johnson (alternate) Lake Sarah TMDL through Pioneer -Sarah Creek Watershed Hakanson Anderson Scott Johnson (alternate) Elm Creek TMDL through Elm Creek Watershed Hakanson Anderson Elizabeth Weir (alternate) Minnehaha Creek Watershed Peter Rechelbacher Northwest Hennepin League of Municipalities (2nd Wednesday @ 6:30 p.m.) Bob Mitchell Kathleen Martin (alternate) I-94/Northwest Suburban (NWS) Chamber of Commerce Scott Johnson Jodi Gallup (alternate) Pioneer -Sarah Creek Watershed (third Thursday @ 4:00 p.m., Independence City Hall) Mike McLaughlin Pat Wulff(lst alternate) Scott Johnson (2nd alternate) Uptown Hamel Inc. (Business Assn.) (third Tuesday @ Noon, location changes) Jeff Pederson Scott Johnson (alternate) Weed and Tree Inspector Steve Scherer Cable Franchise Liaison Judy Mallett Designation of Official Depositories & Investment of Idle Funds Farmers State Bank of Hamel 21 st Century Bank of Loretto Citigroup/Smith Barney MBIA Voyageur Asset Management Inc./(4M) Fund RBC Dain Rauscher, Inc. Designation of Official City Legal Newspaper Crow River News Planning Commission Appointments Three Year Term Kimberly Murrin Three Year Term Todd Albers Three Year Term Randy Foote One Year Term Charles Nolan Park Commission Appointments Three Year Term Lori Meehan Three Year Term Robin Reid Three Year Term John Jacob Resolution No. 2015- January 6, 2015 2 Agenda Item # 8D City Council Office Hours 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at City Hall 3rd Saturday of each month Selective Council members and the Mayor will be hosting office hours from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at City Hall. The office hours will be an informal setting and will serve as an opportunity for residents to bring your thoughts to elected officials for a better Medina. Normally one or two members of the Council will be present during the office hours. The office hours will continue on the 3rd Saturday of each month. COUNCIL MEMBERS - PLEASE SIGN UP FOR OFFICE HOUR DATES LISTED BELOW: Saturday, January 17, 2015 Saturday, February 21, 2015 Saturday, March 21, 2015 Saturday, April 18, 2015 Saturday, May 16, 2015 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Mitchell and Members of the City Council FROM: Dusty Finke, City Planner; through City Administrator Scott Johnson DATE: December 31, 2014 SUBJ: Planning Department Updates January 6, 2015 City Council Meeting Land Use Application Review A) Villas at Medina Country Club PUD General Plan and Preliminary Plat — East of CR 116, south of Shawnee Woods Road — Rachel Contracting has requested approval of a subdivision to include 43 single family homes along the west and north of the Medina Golf and Country Club. The applicant has revised plans to remove 5 units in the northeast portion of the site. The Planning Commission held a Public Hearing at the November 12 meeting. Commissioners raised concerns, especially related to the tree removal along Shawnee Woods Road. The City Council reviewed at the December 16 meeting and directed staff to prepare documents of approval. These will be presented at the January 6 meeting. B) Dominium Affordable Rental Townhomes — 510 Clydesdale — Dominium has applied for a Stage II Plan to develop 26 affordable rental townhomes on 3.85 acres. The townhomes would include rent and income limitations because the developer has received pledges for funding through Minnesota Housing. The Planning Commission held a Public Hearing at the November 12 meeting and unanimously recommended approval. The City Council reviewed at the December 2 meeting and directed staff to prepare resolution of approval. The City Council adopted a resolution approving the Stage II plan and preliminary plat at the December 16 meeting. The applicant is finalizing the final plat, which will be reviewed by the Council at the January 6 or January 20 meeting. C) Munsell Easement Vacation — the property owner of 3157 Wild Flower Trail has requested that the City vacate a portion of the upland buffer easement behind their home in the Enclave. The existing 35 foot wide buffer easement is around a small wetland located in adjacent open space owned by the City, but extends into the property. During the development process, City regulations would have permitted the buffer to be averaged so that it was narrower on the home side and wider in the open space, but it was not. During construction of the home, a paver patio was inadvertently constructed in the buffer, so the property owner now requests to average the buffer. A public hearing is tentatively scheduled for the January 6, 2015 City Council meeting. D) John Day Companies Variance — 695-775 Tower Drive — Jack Day has requested approval of a variance to reduce the front parking setback from 25 feet to 10 feet to expand the parking lot on the subject property. The applicant argues that insufficient parking was constructed in the area upon its development, and the parking setback constitutes a practical difficulty. The Planning Commission is scheduled to review at their January 13 meeting. E) Wakefield Valley Farm — 3385 County Road 24 — The applicant has requested final plat approval. City Council granted preliminary plat approval during the fall of last year. Staff is conducting a preliminary review, and the matter is tentatively scheduled for review by the Council on January 20. F) Property Resources Development Co. (PRDC) Comp Plan Amendment/PUD Concept Plan — West of Willow Drive, southwest of Deerhill Road — PRDC has requested a Comp Plan Amendment to reguide 90 acres from Rural Residential to Low Density Residential (2-3.49 units/acre) and also a PUD Concept Plan for a 991ot subdivision. The PUD Concept Plan is incomplete at this time and will be scheduled for review when complete information is submitted. The Comp Plan Amendment Public Hearing was delayed indefinitely at the request of the applicant. G) Soiney Right-of-way Vacation — the property owners of 2942 Ardmore Avenue has requested that the City vacate a portion of the "Palm Street" right-of-way adjacent to their property. The applicant desires to construct a four -season porch on their property, but cannot do so where desired because of Planning Department Update Page 1 of 2 January 6, 2015 City Council Meeting the 30 foot setback from the vacant right-of-way. There is no street within the right-of-way, but it was platted in a grid pattern in Independence Beach back in the 1920's. The City Council held a hearing on the vacation and adopted a resolution vacating the portion of the right-of-way. Staff will work with the applicant to obtain the replacement easements required by the Council. H) Wealshire LLC Comp Plan Amendment — Wealshire, LLC has requested a comprehensive Plan amendment to amend the Future Land Use of approximately 22 acres at the northwest corner of Mohawk Drive and Chippewa Road from Low Density Residential to Business. The applicant desires to construct a memory care facility on the property, and this land use would allow for such a use. The City Council adopted a resolution approving the Comp Plan Amendment and authorizing submission to the Met Council for approval. Staff has submitted the amendment to the Met Council and will await a response. I) St. Peter and Paul Cemetery CUP — St. Peter and Paul church intends to expand their cemetery at the southeast corner of County Road 19 and Hamel Road. Improvements include new access drives, landscaping, stormwater improvements and additional grave sites. The Planning Commission held a Public Hearing at the July 9, 2013 meeting and recommended approval. The City Council adopted a resolution of approval at the September 2 meeting. Staff will work with the applicant to finalize the terms and conditions of approval before closing the file. J) Hamel Place apartment Site Plan Review — 22 Hamel Road — Farhad Hakim has requested approval of a site plan review to construct a 8-unit apartment building at 22 Hamel Road. The applicant has also requested that the City consider vacating a portion of an existing utility easement to allow the structure in this location. The City Council adopted a resolution of approval at the November 5 meeting. The applicant has indicated that they do not intend to start construction until spring. Staff will work with the applicant on the conditions of approval in the meantime. K) Woods of Medina, Capital Knoll— these preliminary plats have been approved and staff is awaiting a final plat application L) Woodland Hill Preserve, Enclave at Brockton 4`", Hamel Haven, Morrison lot split, Three Rivers/Reimer Rearrangement subdivision — These subdivisions have all received final approval. Staff is working with the applicant on the conditions of approval before construction begins M) D.R. Horton Stage I Plan — D.R. Horton has requested Stage I Plan approval for development of Mixed Use property west of Arrowhead, east of Mohawk and north of Highway 55. The entire property is approximately 84 acres in area (approximately 59 acres upland) and the applicant proposes 85 single family lots, a 54 unit apartment building and 5 acres of commercial development. The City Council granted Stage I approval at the January 21, 2014 meeting. Other Pro'ects A) Comp Plan Revision Discussion — staff drafted the proposed changes to the Staging and Growth Plan following the direction of the Planning Commission and City Council. Staff mailed notices for a Public Hearing at the November 12 Planning Commission meeting. No one was present for the Hearing. The Commission reviewed the amendment again at their December 9 meeting and recommended approval. The amendment will be presented to the Council in January. B) Solar Energy Ordinance — Staff has begun researching options related to solar energy production following the direction of the City Council at the request of Wright -Hennepin Electric Cooperative. Staff anticipates preparing the information for the Planning Commission at their January or February meeting. Planning Department Update Page 2 of 2 January 6, 2015 City Council Meeting MEDINA POLICE DEPARTMENT 600 Clydesdale Trail Medina, MN 55340.9790 p: 763.473-9209 f: 763.473-8858 non -emergency: 763-525-6210 MEMORANDUM Emergency 9.1_1 TO: City Administrator Scott Johnson and City Council FROM: Director Edgar Belland DATE: December 29, 2014, 2014 RE: Department Updates Squad Accidents Over the last two weeks, we have had two minor squad accidents. On December 21 st, we had a private plow truck run a stop sign and hit our squad in the rear quarter panel. On December 26th, we had a squad/deer accident. Both squads sustained minor damage. The first squad should return to service before the end of the year. Largest Holiday Train in History of Loretto On December 13th, we had the largest turnout for the 2014 Holiday Train in the history of it stopping in Loretto. The crowd was estimated to be 5,000 to 7,000 people. Threats Towards Police Threats towards police continue to rise across the Country with two new incidents in California and Florida over last weekend where police officers were sitting in their patrol cars and were shot at. This is a new level of threat that we haven't seen and we will evaluate our procedures to attempt to keep our officers safe. Criminal Investigations by Investigator Charmane Domino A resident reported aggression and stalking type behavior by a known person. The reporting parry's house has also been recently burglarized and personal items were taken. Investigation to continue. Report of a missing vulnerable adult. She was later found to be in another state but has since returned home. Received a report of a child receiving a sexually explicit text message from the child's father. At this time, it appears to be a text meant for someone else. Received a report from a local business of several management staff receiving numerous magazine subscriptions they did not order. Believed to be a former employee that was recently fired. Open cases currently under investigation: 13 MEMORANDUM TO: City Council, through City Administrator Scott Johnson FROM: Steve Scherer, Public Works Director DATE: December 29, 2014 MEETING: January 6, 2015 SUBJECT: Public Works Update STREETS • As usual we did have a snow event over the Christmas break. All were on hand for the snow event and it was about a 5-6 hour plow time, excluding any trails or rinks. That time is up a bit because of some of the new developments coming on board, and our new truck being delayed at the equipment installers. • The frost is starting to move the roads a bit. The cracks are opening up and the streets are a little rougher. WATER/SEWER/STORMWATER • The mild weather gave the crew an opportunity to inspect a lot of the sewer lines and manholes for any surface inflow issues. We have had some trouble in the past two years when we have big rain events with inflow into our sanitary sewer system. We think we have identified the problems, but want to make sure we do our best to locate any other issues. • Tom Kellogg and I visited the site of a possible water treatment project in the Independence Beach area. I have asked WSB to put together an estimate for some survey work so I can work on a plan. I will be asking Council for the use of stormwater funds if this turns out to be a viable project. • We had a primary power wire break going into the Foxberry lift station on Christmas Day. Staff responded and brought out a portable generator to the site. It took until late Friday to locate, dig up and repair the broken line. • Well #8 design phase is well on its way. We are waiting for permits from the DNR and are also working on the pump house addition and piping for the system. • I am working with a contractor to demolish the old water tower on Pinto Drive. This will take place in the spring of 2015 and a new monopole for cellular service will be installed. • Still working with our IT person to get internet service to the Water Treatment Plant. We are in the process of upgrading our operating system there. I had hoped to be done with this project by now, but it has taken longer than expected. • I have taken delivery of the used generator for the lift station at Independence Beach #1. We plan to have it up and running by the time you see this update. PARKS/TRAILS • The sliding hill is a hit and kids were sliding early Saturday morning right after the snow. • We will give the skating rinks another try now that the cold weather has returned. • The trails are always being used. The Public Works Department acknowledges this use and does its best to clear them as soon as possible; however, only on rare occasions do we use overtime for this. ORDER CHECKS December 17, 2014 - January 6, 2015 042263 ANDERSON, JAMIE $250.00 042264 BRUMMER, JOAN $150.00 042265 CENTURYLINK $226.05 042266 DOMINIUM DEV ACQUISITION $6,437.01 042267 HENN COUNTY TAXPAYER SVCS DEPT $48.00 042268 US HOME CORP $10,000.00 042269 LIBERTY TITLE $128.36 042270 ABDO, EICK & MEYERS LLP $75.00 042271 BUDGET PRINTING $74.00 042272 DAHL, GARFIELD JR $150.00 042273 KARINIEMI, MIRJAMI $250.00 042274 KIRBY, NATALIE $250.00 042275 MATTAMY MPLS PRTNSHP $40,000.00 042276 MN BUREAU OF CRIMINAL $225.00 042277 NEW LOOK CONTRACTING INC $3,388.00 042278 PLYMOUTH WOODCARVERS $150.00 042279 PRO -TECH AUTO REPAIR INC $1,428.04 042280 SAM'S CLUB $109.72 042281 STREICHER'S $414.92 042282 DALCO ENTERPRISES INC $13,035.72 042283 MN SECRETARY OF STATE -NOTARY $120.00 042284 ALDEN POOL & MUNICIPAL SUPPLY $435.50 042285 ALLSTAR ELECTRIC $354.42 042286 ANCHOR PAPER COMPANY $403.50 042287 ASPEN EQUIPMENT CO. $126.56 042288 BIFFS INC $72.00 042289 BURSCHVILLE CONSTRUCTION INC $700.00 042290 CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY $250.00 042291 ECM PUBLISHERS INC $186.00 042292 ENGEL WATER TESTING INC $360.00 042293 HAKANSON ANDERSON ASSOCIATES I $775.16 042294 HAMEL LIONS CLUB $790.00 042295 HECKSEL MACHINE INC. $445.48 042296 HENN COUNTY INFO TECH $851.05 042297 HENRYS WATERWORKS INC $666.42 042298 HIGHWAY 55 RENTAL $55.50 042299 HOLIDAY FLEET $106.29 042300 KELLY'S WRECKER SERVICE INC $85.00 042301 KENNEDY & GRAVEN CHARTERED $14,452.80 042302 KUSTOM SIGNALS, INC. $16.32 042303 LEXISNEXIS RISK DATA MGMT INC $39.50 042304 LITTLE FALLS MACHINE INC $213.61 042305 CITY OF MAPLE PLAIN $534.44 042306 MARCO INC $949.27 042307 MN BUREAU OF CRIMINAL $150.00 042308 NAPA OF CORCORAN INC $228.47 042309 OFFICE DEPOT $51.46 042310 CITY OF ORONO $555.59 042311 PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES ASSOCIA $250.00 042312 ST PAUL STAMP WORKS INC $139.64 042313 STREICHER'S $894.88 042314 SUBURBAN TIRE WHOLESALE INC $251.82 042315 THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT $420.00 042316 TIMESAVER OFFSITE $293.50 042317 TOLL GAS & WELDING SUPPLY $114.73 042318 WESTSIDE WHOLESALE TIRE $56.00 042319 WSB & ASSOCIATES $61,288.75 042320 AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSN $310.00 042321 BANYON DATA SYSTEMS $3,550.00 042322 CALIBRE PRESS $139.00 042323 CENTURYLINK $644.00 042324 DELANO SPORTSMANS CLUB $500.00 042325 EMBEDDED SYSTEMS, INC. $3,162.96 042326 HENN CTY CHIEFS POLICE ASSN $100.00 042327 HENN COUNTY ELECTIONS $1,068.80 042328 HIGHWAY 55 CORRIDOR COALITION $250.00 042329 LAW ENFORCEMENT TECH $3,839.87 042330 LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES $75.00 042331 LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INS.TRUST $40,503.00 042332 MADISON NATIONAL LIFE $559.46 042333 MARCO INC $27.56 042334 METROPOLITAN COUNCIL $20,367.83 042335 METRO ELEVATOR INC $170.00 042336 MN CHIEFS OF POLICE ASSN $230.00 042337 MN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH $23.00 042338 MN RURAL WATER ASSOC $275.00 042339 MUNICI-PALS $25.00 042340 RYAN COMPANIES $40,303.19 042341 SUN LIFE FINANCIAL $503.40 042342 TARGET CORPORATION $65,009.56 042343 TEGRETE CORP $1,332.00 Total Checks $347,442.11 Electronic Payments December 12, 2014 — January 6, 2014 002927E CULLIGAN-METRO $31.80 002928E PIVOTAL PAYMENTS INC $186.69 002929E FARMERS STATE BANK OF HAMEL $4.00 002930E SELECT ACCOUNT $80.50 002931E MEDIACOM OF MN LLC $54.95 002932E SELECT ACCOUNT $4,535.76 002933E PR PERA $12,997.75 002934E PR FED/FICA $13,876.36 002935E PR MN Deferred Comp $1,130.00 002936E PR STATE OF MINNESOTA $3,115.45 002937E SELECT ACCOUNT $540.00 002938E CITY OF MEDINA $18.00 002939E FARMERS STATE BANK OF HAMEL $20.00 002940E MEDIACOM OF MN LLC $219.48 002941E MARCO (LEASE) $477.66 002942E PITNEY BOWES $123.00 002943E MEDIACOM OF MN LLC $54.95 002944E SELECT ACCOUNT $79.50 002945E PITNEY BOWES $1,000.00 002946E MINNESOTA, STATE OF $933.00 002947E WRIGHT HENN COOP ELEC ASSN $1,714.99 002948E XCEL ENERGY $6,183.83 002949E DELTA DENTAL $2,230.44 002950E KONICA MINOLTA $168.48 002951E MEDIACOM OF MN LLC $219.90 002952E PITNEY BOWES $1,000.00 002953E CENTERPOINT ENERGY $2,721.40 002954E PR PERA $13,306.64 002955E PR FED/FICA $15,275.30 002956E PR MN Deferred Comp $1,130.00 002957E PR STATE OF MINNESOTA $3,396.89 002958E SELECT ACCOUNT $75.00 002959E CITY OF MEDINA $18.00 002960E FARMERS STATE BANK OF HAMEL $20.00 002961E PR FED/FICA $307.19 002962E PR STATE OF MINNESOTA $70.97 Total Electronic Checks $82,782.12 PAYROLL DIRECT DEPOSIT December 17-31, 2014 506100 ALTENDORF, JENNIFER L. $1,338.08 506101 BARNHART, ERIN A $1,742.25 506102 BELLAND, EDGAR J. $2,346.39 506103 BOECKER, KEVIN D $2,847.35 506104 CONVERSE, KEITH A. $1,898.62 506105 DINGMANN, IVAN W. $1,812.63 506106 DOMINO, CHARMANE $1,678.29 506107 FINKE, DUSTIN D $2,077.95 506108 GALLUP, JODI M. $1,563.47 506109 GLEASON, JOHN M $1,866.50 506110 GREGORY, THOMAS $1,815.51 506111 HALL, DAVID M $2,688.00 506112 HUNZ, MATTHEW E $528.67 506113 JESSEN, JEREMIAH S. $2,010.61 506114 JOHNSON, SCOTT T $2,164.78 506115 KLAERS, ANNE M. $642.37 506116 LANE, LINDA $1,414.31 506117 LEUER, GREGORY J. $1,793.92 506118 MCGILL, CHRISTOPHER R. $1,758.42 506119 NELSON, JASON $2,096.29 506120 PETERSON, DEBRA A. $1,536.56 506121 REINKING, DEREK M $1,579.97 506122 SCHERER, STEVEN T. $2,347.01 506123 VIEAU, CECILIA M $1,174.91 506124 VINCK, JOHN J. $1,950.57 506125 WENANDE, BRANDON S. $579.29 506126 ALTENDORF, JENNIFER L. $1,333.47 506127 BARNHART, ERIN A $1,711.02 506128 BELLAND, EDGAR J. $2,469.82 506129 BOECKER, KEVIN D. $2,739.89 506130 CONVERSE, KEITH A. $2,442.99 506131 DINGMANN, IVAN W. $2,917.64 506132 DOMINO, CHARMANE $2,291.89 506133 FINKE, DUSTIN D $2,091.56 506134 GALLUP, JODI M. $1,697.22 506135 GLEASON, JOHN M $1,963.71 506136 GREGORY, THOMAS $1,889.18 506137 HALL, DAVID M $1,971.41 506138 HUNZ, MATTHEW E $563.58 506139 JESSEN, JEREMIAH S. $2,396.15 506140 JOHNSON, SCOTT T $2,385.09 506141 KLAERS, ANNE M. $617.55 506142 LANE, LINDA $1,558.02 506143 LEUER, GREGORY J $1,967.46 506144 MCGILL, CHRISTOPHER R. $1,809.80 506145 NELSON, JASON $2,357.23 506146 PETERSON, DEBRA A. $1,572.08 506147 REINKING, DEREK M $1,908.80 506148 SCHERER, STEVEN T $2,327.95 506149 VIEAU, CECILIA M $1,263.07 506150 VINCK, JOHN J. $2,006.31 506151 WENANDE, BRANDON S. $521.67 Total Payroll Direct Deposit $94,027.28 PAYROLL CHECK December 31, 2014 020430 BARNHART, ERIN A $713.23 Total Payroll Check $713.23