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AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE MEDINA CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
7:00 P.M.
Medina City Hall
2052 County Road 24
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
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Minutes of the February 21, 2017 Special Council Meeting
B. Minutes of the February 21, 2017 Regular Council Meeting
V. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approve American Legion Consumption and Display Liquor License
B. Approve Temporary Liquor License to Church of St. Anne at 200 Hamel Road on August 27,
2017
C. Approve Street Sweeping Services Agreement with Carefree Services Inc.
D. Approve Street Striping Services Agreement with Twin City Striping Inc.
E. Approve Garden Maintenance Services Agreement with Designing Nature Inc.
F. Call for a Special Meeting on March 21, 2017 at 8 a.m. for the Annual Business Forum
G. Call for a Special Meeting on March 21, 2017 at 9:15 a.m. for the Spring Business Tours
H. Ordinance Establishing Fees for City Clean-up Day
I. Resolution Authorizing Publication of Ordinance Establishing Fees for City Clean-up Day by
Title and Summary
VI. PRESENTATIONS
A. Hennepin County Commissioner Jeff Johnson
B. Fire Department Annual Reports
VII. COMMENTS
A. From Citizens on Items Not on the Agenda
B. Park Commission
C. Planning Commission
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. LJP Development LLC — 1432 Baker Park Road (CR 29) — Comprehensive Plan Amendment and
Rezoning
B. Housing Ordinance Changes/Study for Predatory Offenders
IX. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
X. MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
XI. APPROVAL TO PAY BILLS
XII. ADJOURN
Posted 3/2/2017 Page 1 of 1
MEMORANDUM
TO: Medina City Council
FROM: Scott Johnson, City Administrator
DATE OF REPORT: March 2, 2017
DATE OF MEETING: March 7, 2017
SUBJECT: City Council Meeting Report
V. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approve American Legion Consumption and Display Liquor License — All paperwork
and fees are in order. Staff recommends approval.
No attachments for this item.
B. Approve Temporary Liquor License to Church of St. Anne at 200 Hamel Road on August
27, 2017 — All paperwork and fees are in order. Staff recommends approval.
No attachments for this item.
C. Approve Street Sweeping Services Agreement with Carefree Services Inc. — Staff is
recommending the extension of the 2015-2016 Sweeping Agreement with Carefree
Services for an additional two years, which will cover 2017 and 2018. The contractor has
agreed to extend the agreement with an increase the first year for additional streets that
the City added since the previous contract and an additional 3% increase the second year.
Staff recommends approval.
See attached agreement.
D. Approve Street Striping Services Agreement with Twin City Striping Inc. — Staff is
recommending the extension of the 2015-2016 Striping Services Agreement with Twin
City Striping for an additional two years, which will cover 2017 and 2018. The
contractor has agreed to extend the agreement for an additional two years at the same
compensation rate. Staff recommends approval.
See attached agreement.
E. Approve Garden Maintenance Services Agreement with Designing Nature Inc. — Staff is
recommending the extension of the Garden Maintenance Services Agreement with
Designing Nature for an additional two years, 2017 and 2018, at the agreed upon rate of
$29/hour. Staff recommends approval.
See attached agreement.
F. Call for a Special Meeting on March 21, 2017 at 8 a.m. for the Annual Business Forum —
The Annual Business Forum is scheduled for March 21, 2017 at 8 a.m. at the Hamel
Community Building. Staff recommends approval.
No attachments for this item.
G. Call for a Special Meeting on March 21, 2017 at 9:15 a.m. for the Spring Business Tours
— The Spring Business Tours will take place immediately following the Annual Business
Forum. Staff recommends approval.
No attachments for this item.
H. Ordinance Establishing Fees for City Clean-up Day — The attached ordinance establishes
the fees for City Clean-up Day, which will be held on Saturday, April 29th. Staff
recommends approval.
See attached ordinance.
I. Resolution Authorizing Publication of Ordinance Establishing Fees for City Clean-up
Day by Title and Summary — Staff recommends approval of the resolution authorizing
the publication of the ordinance by title and summary.
See attached resolution.
VI. PRESENTATIONS
A. Hennepin County Commissioner Jeff Johnson — Commissioner Johnson will be at the
March 7th meeting to provide an update to the City Council.
No attachments.
B. Fire Department Annual Reports — Hamel, Long Lake, Loretto and Maple Plain Fire
Departments will be providing the City Council with their Annual Reports at the meeting.
No attachments.
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. LJP Development LLC —1432 Baker Park Road (CR 29) — Comprehensive Plan
Amendment and Rezoning — LJP Development, LLC has requested a Comprehensive
Plan and Rezoning for property located at 1432 Baker Park Road (County Road 29). The
applicant requests a change of the future land use in the 2010-2030 Comprehensive Plan
from Commercial to High Density Residential and a Rezoning from Commercial -
Highway to R-4, Limited High Density Residential. The applicant desires to develop a
phased 42-unit memory care facility on an approximately 2.12 acres property.
See attached report.
If the City Council finds the proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment is consistent with
the vision and goals of the Plan, the following motion would be in order:
Potential Motion: Move to direct staff to prepare documents approving the
Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning subject to the conditions recommended
by the Planning Commission.
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B. Housing Ordinance Changes/Study for Predatory Offenders — Attorney Andrew
Biggerstaff from Kennedy & Graven will be attending the March 7th City Council
Meeting in place of City Attorney Ron Batty. Mr. Biggerstaff will present to the City
Council on this topic.
See attached presentation.
M. APPROVAL TO PAY BILLS
Recommended Motion: Motion to approve the bills, EFT 004042E-004063E for $66,414.72,
order check numbers 045564-045613 for $45,308.56, and payroll EFT 507741-507766 for
$47, 875.76.
INFORMATION PACKET
• Planning Department Update
• Police Department Update
• Public Works Department Update
• Claims List
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MEDINA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF
FEBRUARY 21, 2017
The City Council of Medina, Minnesota met in special session on February 21, 2017 at
6:00 p.m. at the Medina City Hall, 2052 County Road 24, Medina, MN.
I. Ca11 to Order
Members present: Anderson, Cousineau, Mitchell and Pederson (6:54 p.m.)
Members absent: Martin
Also present: City Administrator Scott Johnson, City Engineer Jim Stremel,
Tony Havranek from WSB, Public Works Director Steve Scherer, and City Planner
Dusty Finke
II. Long Lake Subwatershed Carp Study Grant
City Engineer Jim Stremel and Tony Havranek from WSB provided background
information on the proposed project. Mr. Havranek also discussed a similar project that
took place on Silver Lake.
Council discussed the grant objectives, why the study was necessary (removal of the carp
without the study), 10 year study and long-term removal costs, partnering with
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District, further defining the project scope, and equally
sharing the costs with the Cities of Long Lake and Orono.
III. Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Best Practices Information
Laura Domyancich and Kelly Dooley from Minnehaha Creek Watershed District
(MCWD) provided a presentation to the City Council on their "Best Management
Practices for Water Quality Improvement" Memo. The City Council directed staff to
work with MCWD and private property owners in Medina on private projects to help
water quality in the Painter Creek and Long Lake Creek Subwatersheds.
Adjournment
Mitchell closed the meeting at 7: 04 p.m.
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
Attest:
Jodi M. Gallup, City Clerk
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3 MEDINA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 21, 2017
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5 The City Council of Medina, Minnesota met in regular session on February 21, 2017 at
6 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Chambers. Mayor Mitchell presided.
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8 I. ROLL CALL
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10 Members present: Anderson, Cousineau, Pederson, and Mitchell.
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12 Members absent: Martin.
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14 Also present: City Administrator Scott Johnson, City Attorney Ron Batty, City Engineer
15 Jim Stremel, City Planner Dusty Finke, Public Works Director Steve Scherer, and Police
16 Sergeant Jason Nelson.
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18 II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (7:06 p.m.)
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20 III. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA (7:06 p.m.)
21 The agenda was approved as presented.
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23 IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (7:06 p.m.)
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25 A. Approval of the February 7, 2017 4:00 P.M. Special City Council Meeting
26 Minutes
27 Moved by Cousineau, seconded by Pederson, to approve the February 7, 2017 4:00
28 P.M. special City Council meeting minutes as presented. Motion passed
29 unanimously.
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31 B. Approval of the February 7, 2017 4:30 P.M. Special City Council Meeting
32 Minutes
33 Moved by Cousineau, seconded by Anderson, to approve the February 7, 2017 4:30
34 P.M. special City Council meeting minutes as presented. Motion passed
35 unanimously.
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37 C. Approval of the February 7, 2017 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
38 Johnson noted that he received some grammatical changes to pages three and nine that
39 staff will incorporate.
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41 It was noted on page three, line 41, the following sentence should be added, "Cousineau
42 stated the ordinance might be better suited for larger parcels rather than the smaller
43 ones in the ordinance, i.e. 40 acres as currently defined." On page three, line 38, it
44 should state, "...interest from the Council in tying the density bonus incentives to the
45 number of homes +ha+ n,iivh+ ho in pl ho +heunh+ +ho+ ,v,00 on in+ores+i Fig pein+
46 proposed by the applicant, noting that perhaps the 200 percent density bonus is be
47 linked to a lesser number of homes." On page five, line 13, it should state, "...the trees
48 could be improved restored..." On page seven, line 27, it should state, "...trail becoming
49 public." On page nine, following line three, the following sentence should be added,
50 "She also asked if we shouldn't add the five acres of suitable soils into the new
51 Comprehensive Plan as stated in the existing Comprehensive Plan."
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2 Moved by Cousineau, seconded by Anderson, to approve the February 7, 2017 regular
3 City Council meeting minutes as amended. Motion passed unanimously.
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5 V. CONSENT AGENDA (7:10 p.m.)
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7 A. Approve 2017 Work Plan Goals
8 B. Approve Temporary Liquor License to Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of
9 Minnesota on August 12, 2017 at 3000 Hamel Road
10 C. Appoint Lauren Lubenow as Youth Member to the Medina Park
11 Commission
12 D. Amend Personnel Policies 5.40 Sick Leave, 5.50 Sick Leave Donation, 6.50
13 Pregnancy and Parental Leave, 6.60 Leave of Absence - Other
14 E. Resolution No. 2017-13 Supporting Grant Application for Hennepin County
15 Bikeway Participation Program
16 F. Resolution No. 2017-14 Entering into MNDOT Agreement for Traffic Control
17 Signal Maintenance Aqreement (MNDOT Agreement No. 1027317) and
18 Authorizing Signatures
19 G. Resolution No. 2017-15 Authorizing Signatures for the Cooperative
20 Agreement No. PW 67-36-16 with Hennepin County
21 Moved by Pederson, seconded by Cousineau, to approve the consent agenda. Motion
22 passed unanimously.
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24 VI. COMMENTS (7:12 p.m.)
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26 A. Comments from Citizens on Items not on the Agenda
27 There were none.
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29 B. Park Commission
30 Scherer noted that the Park Commission met to discuss trail connections and the prior
31 goals. He noted that the annual park tour will be held on April 19tn
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33 C. Planning Commission
34 Planning Commissioner Barry reported that the Planning Commission met the previous
35 week to consider two items. He stated that the first was a concept plan review for an 80-
36 unit senior assisted living facility that would also include a commercial and business
37 building. He stated that the largest aspect of the discussion was the rezoning that would
38 be necessary and whether the Commission would like to approve the rezoning prior to
39 the new Comprehensive Plan becoming active. He noted that the commercial and
40 business definitions are very similar and therefore the Commission felt that they could
41 support the rezoning should this continue to move forward. He stated that the second
42 item considered was a public hearing for a 42-unit memory care facility, which required a
43 Comprehensive Plan amendment and rezoning. He noted that this item also had
44 discussion on whether to rezone and amend prior to the new Comprehensive Plan
45 becoming effective. He noted that the Commission did recommend approval of the
46 request.
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48 VII. NEW BUSINESS
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50 A. Lunski Senior Housing/Office Concept Plan Review — PID 03-118-23-32-
51 0007 (7:18 p.m.)
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1 Finke noted that this is a concept plan review and therefore the Council will simply
2 provide comments and no formal action is necessary. He stated that this is a proposed
3 80-unit combination of independent and assisted senior living and would also include an
4 office building and commercial building. He discussed the topography and current state
5 of the site including trees and wetlands. He stated that a future request may come
6 forward to rezone the parcel from commercial to business. He noted that the draft
7 Comprehensive Plan designates this land as business rather than the current
8 designation of business. He identified the zoning and uses of adjacent properties. He
9 displayed the concept plan which identifies the senior housing building, the office
10 building, and the commercial building. He stated that the concept plan designates three
11 lots and provided more details on the proposed access. He reviewed some of the
12 concerns noted by staff including the need to specify the mix of assisted living and
13 independent units within the complex. He noted that within the business zoning district,
14 assisted living would need to be the primary use with independent living as an
15 accessory. He stated that one item to be considered is whether the Council would be
16 comfortable rezoning the parcel to business ahead of the adoption of the draft
17 Comprehensive Plan. He noted that staff has suggested that the building size be
18 reduced slightly to better fit onto the parcel. He provided additional information on high
19 density housing and how those units are calculated.
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21 Pederson referenced the wetland that would be filled and asked for additional
22 information.
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24 Finke stated that there are wetland impacts for the driveway, which staff views as a
25 necessity as access will not be supported onto Highway 55.
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27 Anderson referenced lot three, specifically the setback requirement, and asked how
28 much the applicant is short of meeting that requirement.
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30 Finke replied that the applicant would be about two or three feet short of meeting the
31 setback requirement.
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33 Pederson asked whether emergency and fire vehicles would have adequate space to
34 navigate the site. He noted that if this moves forward the Chippewa extension may be
35 needed and the applicant should be aware of the costs.
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37 Mitchell noted that this is different than the original plan for the area but it could still be a
38 good fit and asked for the input of the Council.
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40 Pederson stated that this seems to be a good fit for the property but it seems that there
41 is too much going on with the site.
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43 Cousineau stated that this does not seem like a bad location for the project but the
44 project is too large and feels like a jump ahead.
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46 Mitchell stated that commercial is not filtered through the same jump ahead as
47 residential development.
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49 Anderson stated that the real question is regarding the policy. He stated that despite the
50 similarities between business and commercial zoning, there have been previous
51 applicants that wanted to come in under the new Comprehensive Plan zoning and the
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1 Council has denied those requests. He stated that if the applicant feels strongly they
2 should request a Comprehensive Plan amendment.
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4 Mitchell noted that this would not draw a large amount of traffic to the site, which is in
5 agreement with what the City wants. He stated that he attended the Planning
6 Commission meeting and endorsed the comment that the applicant work with the
7 adjacent property owner for a possible driveway that would avoid the wetland. He stated
8 that the applicant has stated that they would like flexibility in the unit type so that they
9 can change over time based on the market demands. He cautioned to ensure that if
10 flexibility is provided, a sufficient amount of parking is still provided. He stated that this
11 seems to be a lot of development on not so much land.
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13 Cousineau stated that there is real emphasis on the business park zoning that the
14 buildings should blend into the surroundings and she commented that perhaps the
15 landscaping could be tweaked to better blend. She noted that the height of the building
16 would stand out a lot compared to the surrounding uses.
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18 Pederson stated that applicants have complained later in the process about the cost of
19 underground parking and noted that the applicant should be aware of that cost as the
20 underground parking would be needed to support this level of development.
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22 Anderson noted that this may be the straw that breaks the camel's back in regard to
23 Chippewa and the applicant should be aware of the cost that would come along with that
24 road project.
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26 Mitchell stated that this is a terrific use for the property. He stated that the Council is
27 getting into the design details in order to provide a higher level of comment to the
28 applicant. He stated that he is in favor of the project with the comments the Council
29 made tonight.
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31 Pederson stated that he is also in agreement with the project as long as the details could
32 be worked out.
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34 Cousineau stated that she would be willing to rezone to high density if that would mean
35 that the units would count towards that requirement.
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37 Finke provided additional details on the process that would be necessary to change the
38 zoning to high density. He stated that at the Planning Commission, the applicant did say
39 that if the rezoning was done to high density they would not be opposed to that and
40 would then choose high density rather than senior living.
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42 Cousineau asked if this could create a creep in the increase of residential units that
43 would not count towards high density requirements.
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45 Finke stated that there are a number of acres available for business development that
46 could be used for assisted type living.
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48 Dean Lunski, applicant, stated that they purchased the property in 2005 with the intent to
49 develop in 2005, but a moratorium was placed and therefore they have not been able to
50 develop. He stated that if they were going to rezone to residential they would go to
51 multi -family housing rather than independent/assisted living as that use is also highly in
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1 demand. He stated that the aging population of Medina is growing and therefore there is
2 a demand for senior living in the area.
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4 Mitchell stated that the applicant has sat on this land for many years and the applicant
5 would like to get moving and not wait until 2020.
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7 B. Orono's Request for Support on Expandinq Long Lake Fire (7:57 p.m.)
8 Mitchell stated that Long Lake Fire and Orono went through this process last year and
9 decided to stay where they were, but now would like to take another look at it. He stated
10 that nothing is required of the City and therefore he would like to allow them to look at
11 the issue again.
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13 The Council Members agreed.
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15 VIII. OLD BUSINESS
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17 A. 2020-2040 Comprehensive Plan Update (7:58 p.m.)
18 Johnson noted that the updated draft plan was provided in the packet for the Council to
19 review. He noted that if the Council is okay with the draft plan as presented, the Council
20 could take action tonight.
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22 Mitchell asked if the decision should be delayed based on the conversation that occurred
23 earlier in the meeting.
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25 Finke stated that the consensus he understood is that there would not be a reason to
26 rezone to residential and therefore delayed action would not be necessary.
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28 Cousineau stated that her concern would be that over time the City could accumulate
29 additional high density housing that was not designated in the Comprehensive Plan.
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31 Finke stated that the adjustment for that would not necessarily be within the
32 Comprehensive Plan, but the City could instead remove assisted living from the zoning
33 at any point if that market becomes saturated.
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35 Mitchell suggested delaying action on the Comprehensive Plan at this time to allow staff
36 additional time to determine the best method to move ahead with the Lunski project
37 without opening the gates to a saturated market.
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39 Finke asked if that is a concern of the Council in general, in having a substantial amount
40 of residential type units in the business land use. He stated that issue is not as much of
41 a Comprehensive Plan issue as it is a zoning issue. He provided additional details on
42 the opportunities that the business land use provides for assisted living facilities.
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44 Mitchell noted that the City has guided to the minimums but those are minimums. He
45 noted that the City does not have transportation and therefore affordable housing units
46 must have garages and geared for those that drive.
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48 Cousineau recognized that her concern is for the future and that this could add
49 additional high density units.
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1 Finke noted that the development would only occur based on market demands. He
2 stated that the Council could make the decision to phase out senior housing but the
3 housing objectives suggest that the Council does not want to do that.
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5 Mitchell stated that it appears that the Council can move the Comprehensive Plan
6 forward.
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8 Finke clarified that moving forward is simply releasing the document for jurisdictional
9 review and it is not the last time the Council will see the plan.
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11 Stremel provided additional details on the costs, for items such as the water tower,
12 which will be included.
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14 Anderson referenced the surface water management plan and referenced a suggested
15 grammatical change.
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17 Finke noted that the Chippewa extension is identified in the transportation plan, although
18 a specific timeframe or funding source is not mentioned.
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20 Pederson recused himself.
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22 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Cousineau, to direct staff to route the 2020-2040
23 Comprehensive Plan to affected jurisdictions for their review and comment. Motion
24 passed unanimously.
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26 Pederson rejoined the Council.
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28 IX. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT (8:19 p.m.)
29 Johnson provided information on the proposed Baker Park Ravine Stabilization project
30 that was recently presented by Three Rivers Park to the Pioneer Sarah Creek
31 Watershed. He noted that if all the grant funds are received, the cost to Medina would
32 be $10,500 for the phosphorus reduction project. The estimated phosphorus reduction
33 is 134 pounds. He noted that Medina's project potion could be funded under the 2018
34 CIP.
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36 Pederson commented that this seems to be a great value.
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38 Johnson confirmed the consensus of the Council to add the project to the 2018 CIP.
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40 X. MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL REPORTS (8:20 p.m.)
41 Anderson stated that he attended the mayors' dinner the previous week and provided an
42 update. He stated that he informed the group of the newly appointed youth member to
43 the Parks Commission and the group thought it was a great idea. He stated that the
44 senior engineer at MnDOT spoke on a state-wide basis in regards to roads and
45 transportation. He noted that the maintenance budget for the next several years far
46 exceeds the available funds and therefore there will be deterioration of roadways and
47 road closures. He stated that transportation continues to be a key issue for the
48 legislature.
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50 Johnson stated that he attended the West Metro Drug Task Force luncheon, noting that
51 two of the officers that are moving on were commended for their years of service. He
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1 noted that a recap of the 2016 accomplishments was provided. He stated that the City
2 also received a check for $20,000 from the group to help off -set some of Medina's
3 expenses, which is an equal share that all members in the task force received from
4 forfeitures.
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6 Mitchell expressed thanks for those that have filled in attending the mayors' meetings.
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8 XI. APPROVAL TO PAY THE BILLS (8:26 p.m.)
9 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Cousineau, to approve the bills, EFT 004025E-
10 004041E for $49,158.19, order check numbers 045505-045563 for $137, 664.30, and
11 payroll EFT 507710-507740 for $47, 854.15. Motion passed unanimously.
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13 XII. ADJOURN
14 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Cousineau, to adjourn the meeting at 8:26 p.m.
15 Motion passed unanimously.
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19 Bob Mitchell, Mayor
20 Attest:
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23 Jodi M. Gallup, City Clerk
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Agenda Item # SC
STREET SWEEPING SERVICES AGREEMENT
This Agreement is made this 7th day of March 2017, by and between Carefree Services Inc.,
971 County Road 19, Maple Plain, MN 55359, a Minnesota corporation (the "Contractor") and the
City of Medina, a Minnesota municipal corporation (the "City").
Recitals
1. The City has been authorized to enter into a contract for street sweeping services; and
2. The City has approved the contract for street sweeping services with the Contractor; and
3. The parties wish to define the scope of services and terms of their agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City and the Contractor agree as follows:
Terms
1.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES. The Contractor will perform street sweeping services for all City
of Medina urban residential and commercial streets, as well as specified intersections, as highlighted
on Exhibit A, by May 1, 2017 and May 1, 2018, weather permitting. Two additional sweepings of
the Independence Beach area streets, as identified on Exhibit B, shall be performed between May 1,
2017 and November 1, 2017 and also between May 1, 2018 and November 1, 2018. All sweepings
performed shall be under the direction of the City Public Works Director.
2.0. TERM. The term of this contract will be from April 1, 2017 until November 1, 2018, or
until such later date as may be mutually agreed upon.
3.0 COMPENSATION. The City shall compensate the Contractor for a complete sweeping of
streets highlighted on Exhibit A and B, including the two additional sweepings at
Independence Beach, at a rate of $4,950 for 2017 and $5,100 for 2018, as well as a per hour
rate of $102 for additional services approved by the Public Works Director. The Contractor
will use a Tymco Sweeper and supply the support vehicle needed to haul away the material
that is swept up. The City will provide water for the sweeper.
3.01 The Contractor shall pay for all licenses and permits. These costs shall be
included in the bid cost. The City is exempt from sales tax.
4.0 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR.
4.01 Both the Contractor and the City acknowledge and agree that the Contractor
is an independent contractor and not an employee of the City. Any employee or
subcontractor who may perform services for the Contractor in connection with this
Agreement is also not an employee of the City. The Contractor understands that the City
will not provide any benefits of any type in connection with this Agreement, including but
not limited to health or medical insurance, worker's compensation insurance and
unemployment insurance, nor will the City withhold any state or federal taxes, including
income or payroll taxes, which may be payable by the Contractor.
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4.02 The Contractor will supply and use its own equipment and tools to complete
the services under this Agreement.
4.03 The Contractor acknowledges that any general instruction it receives from
the City has no effect on its status as an independent contractor.
5.0 INSURANCE. The Contractor will maintain adequate insurance to protect itself and the
City from claims and liability for injury or damage to persons or property for all work performed by
the Contractor and its respective employees or agents under this Agreement. The Contractor shall
name the City as an additional insured under its commercial general liability policy in limits
acceptable to the City. Prior to performing any services under this Agreement, the Contractor shall
provide evidence to the City that acceptable insurance coverage is effective.
6.0 WORKER'S COMPENSATION.
6.01 The Contractor will comply with the provisions of the Minnesota worker's
compensation statute as an independent contractor before commencing work under this
Agreement.
6.02 The Contractor will provide its own worker's compensation insurance and will
provide evidence to the City of such coverage before commencing work under this
Agreement.
7.0 INDEMNIFICATION. The Contractor will hold harmless and indemnify the City, its
officers, employees, and agents, against any and all claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs and
expenses (including defense, settlement, and reasonable attorney's fees) for claims as a result of
bodily injury, loss of life, property damages and any other damages arising out of the Contractor's
performance under this Agreement.
8.0 APPLICABLE LAW. The execution, interpretation, and performance of this Agreement
will, in all respects, be controlled and governed by the laws of Minnesota.
9.0 ASSIGNMENT. The Contractor may not assign this Agreement or procure the services of
another individual or company to provide services under this Agreement without first obtaining the
express written consent of the City.
10.0 ENTIRE AGREEMENT; AMENDMENTS. This Agreement constitutes the entire
Agreement between the parties, and no other agreement prior to or contemporaneous with this
Agreement shall be effective, except as expressly set forth or incorporated herein. Any purported
amendment to this Agreement is not effective unless it is in writing and executed by both parties.
11.0 NO WAIVER BY CITY. By entering into this Agreement, the City does not waive its
entitlement to any immunity under statute or common law.
12.0 TERMINATION. Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time, for any reason.
If the contract is terminated early, the City will pay a prorated fee for the services performed
to date in that calendar year.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the date and year
written above.
CITY OF MEDINA
By
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
By
Jodi M. Gallup, City Clerk
CAREFREE SERVICES INC.
(CONTRACTOR)
By
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City of Medina
Parks, Recreation,
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Parks and Recreation
Parcel Boundary
- City Parks and Recreation
State or Regional Parks
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RESTRICTED STREETS
*This map is not perfectly precise.
Actual boundaries may vary, and
should be field verified.
Map Bate: September 23, 2008
Parceld current as of October 2006
UTM, Zone 15N, NAB 83
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Agenda Item # 5D
STREET STRIPING SERVICES AGREEMENT
This Agreement is made this 7t1i day of March 2017, by and between Twin City Striping
Inc., 1846 110th Street S.E. Delano, MN 55328, a Minnesota corporation (the "Contractor") and the
City of Medina, a Minnesota municipal corporation (the "City").
Recitals
1. The City has been authorized to enter into a contract for street striping services; and
2. The City has approved the contract for street striping services with the Contractor; and
3. The parties wish to define the scope of services and terms of their agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City and the Contractor agree as follows:
Terms
1.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES. The Contractor will perform street striping services for the City of
Medina urban residential and commercial streets as approved by the City Public Works Director.
2.0. TERM. The term of this contract will be from March 7, 2017 to November 30, 2018.
3.0 COMPENSATION. The City shall compensate the Contractor a per linear foot rate of
$.076, for street striping services as defined in the Scope of Services above and approved by the
Public Works Director.
3.01 The Contractor shall pay for all licenses and permits. The City is tax exempt.
4.0 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR.
4.01 Both the Contractor and the City acknowledge and agree that the Contractor
is an independent contractor and not an employee of the City. Any employee or
subcontractor who may perform services for the Contractor in connection with this
Agreement is also not an employee of the City. The Contractor understands that the City
will not provide any benefits of any type in connection with this Agreement, including but
not limited to health or medical insurance, worker's compensation insurance and
unemployment insurance, nor will the City withhold any state or federal taxes, including
income or payroll taxes, which may be payable by the Contractor.
4.02 The Contractor will supply and use its own equipment, tools, and materials,
including traffic control, to complete the services under this Agreement.
4.03 The Contractor acknowledges that any general instruction it receives from
the City has no effect on its status as an independent contractor.
5.0 INSURANCE. The Contractor will maintain adequate insurance to protect itself and the
City from claims and liability for injury or damage to persons or property for all work performed by
the Contractor and its respective employees or agents under this Agreement. The Contractor shall
name the City as an additional insured under its general liability policy in limits acceptable to the
City. Prior to performing any services under this Agreement, the Contractor shall provide evidence
to the City that acceptable insurance coverage is effective.
6.0 WORKER'S COMPENSATION.
6.01 The Contractor will comply with the provisions of the Minnesota worker's
compensation statute as an independent contractor before commencing work under this
Agreement.
6.02 The Contractor will provide its own worker's compensation insurance and will
provide evidence to the City of such coverage before commencing work under this
Agreement.
7.0 INDEMNIFICATION. The Contractor will hold harmless and indemnify the City, its
officers, employees, and agents, against any and all claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs and
expenses (including defense, settlement, and reasonable attorney's fees) for claims as a result of
bodily injury, loss of life, property damages and any other damages arising out of the Contractor's
performance under this Agreement.
8.0 APPLICABLE LAW. The execution, interpretation, and performance of this Agreement
will, in all respects, be controlled and governed by the laws of Minnesota.
9.0 ASSIGNMENT. The Contractor may not assign this Agreement or procure the services of
another individual or company to provide services under this Agreement without first obtaining the
express written consent of the City. The Contractor shall provide the City with copies of all
contracts for assigned services.
10.0 ENTIRE AGREEMENT; AMENDMENTS. This Agreement constitutes the entire
Agreement between the parties, and no other agreement prior to or contemporaneous with this
Agreement shall be effective, except as expressly set forth or incorporated herein. Any purported
amendment to this Agreement is not effective unless it is in writing and executed by both parties.
11.0 NO WAIVER BY CITY. By entering into this Agreement, the City does not waive its
entitlement to any immunities under statute or common law.
12.0 TERMINATION. Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time, for any reason.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the date and year
written above.
CITY OF MEDINA
By
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
By
Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator
TWIN CITY STRIPING
(CONTRACTOR)
By
Wayne R. Jones, Owner
Agenda Item # 5E
GARDEN MAINTENANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT
This Agreement is made this 761 day of March 2017, by and between Designing Nature, Inc., 3312
Red Fox Drive, Medina, MN 55340, a Minnesota corporation (the "Contractor") and the City of
Medina, a Minnesota municipal corporation (the "City").
Recitals
1. The City has been authorized to enter into a contract for garden maintenance services;
and
2. The City has approved the contract for garden maintenance services with the Contractor;
and
3. The parties wish to define the scope of services and terms of their agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City and the Contractor agree as follows:
Terms
1.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES. The Contractor will perform garden maintenance services for the
City. "Garden Maintenance Services" will consist of initial clean-up of all garden beds, weeding,
deadheading and trimming of shrubs where necessary at all City facilities, as well as other areas
specified by the Public Works Director. As part of this contract, the Public Works Director may also
ask the contractor for recommendations on purchase of additional plantings as needed, as well as
dividing plants in the fall to use in the various garden areas. If there is cause for the Contractor to
need larger equipment not normally used in basic gardening, the Public Works Director will work
out additional compensation.
2.0 TERM. The term and prices of this contract shall remain in effect from March 2017 —
November 2018, or until such later date as may be mutually agreed upon.
3.0 COMPENSATION. The City shall compensate the Contractor at a rate of $29/hour per
person, plus materials, for garden maintenance services described on Exhibit A and above in Scope
of Service. The City is exempt from sales tax.
3.01 The Contractor shall pay for all licenses and permits. These costs shall be
included in the bid cost.
4.0 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR.
4.01 Both the Contractor and the City acknowledge and agree that the Contractor
is an independent contractor and not an employee of the City. Any employee or
subcontractor who may perform services for the Contractor in connection with this
Agreement is also not an employee of the City. The Contractor understands that the City
will not provide any benefits of any type in connection with this Agreement, including but
not limited to health or medical insurance, worker's compensation insurance and
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unemployment insurance, nor will the City withhold any state or federal taxes, including
income or payroll taxes, which may be payable by the Contractor.
4.02 The Contractor will supply and use its own equipment and tools to complete
the services under this Agreement. If it is determined by the Public Works Superintendent
that additional traffic control is needed, it will be provided by the City.
4.03 The Contractor acknowledges that any general instruction it receives from
the City has no effect on its status as an independent contractor.
5.0 INSURANCE. The Contractor will maintain adequate insurance to protect itself and the
City from claims and liability for injury or damage to persons or property for all work performed by
the Contractor and its respective employees or agents under this Agreement. The Contractor shall
name the City as an additional insured under its commercial general liability policy in limits
acceptable to the City. Prior to performing any services under this Agreement, the Contractor shall
provide evidence to the City that acceptable insurance coverage is effective.
6.0 WORKER'S COMPENSATION.
6.01 The Contractor will comply with the provisions of the Minnesota worker's
compensation statute as an independent contractor before commencing work under this
Agreement.
6.02 The Contractor will provide its own worker's compensation insurance and will
provide evidence to the City of such coverage before commencing work under this
Agreement.
7.0 INDEMNIFICATION. The Contractor will hold harmless and indemnify the City, its
officers, employees, and agents, against any and all claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs and
expenses (including defense, settlement, and reasonable attorney's fees) for claims as a result of
bodily injury, loss of life, property damages and any other damages arising out of the Contractor's
performance under this Agreement.
8.0 PAYMENT AND PERFORMANCE BOND. The Contractor may be asked to provide a
Payment and Performance Bond to the City at no additional cost to the City.
9.0 PRIVATIZATION CLAUSE. Contractor agrees to comply with the Minnesota Government
Data Practices Act (the "Act") and all other applicable state and federal laws relating to data privacy
or confidentiality. All data created, collected, received, stored, used, maintained or disseminated by
the Contractor in performing its obligations is subject to the requirements of the Act, and the
Contractor must comply with the requirements of the Act as if the Contractor was a government
entity.
10.0 APPLICABLE LAW. The execution, interpretation, and performance of this Agreement
will, in all respects, be controlled and governed by the laws of Minnesota.
11.0 ASSIGNMENT. The Contractor may not assign this Agreement or procure the services of
another individual or company to provide services under this Agreement without first obtaining the
express written consent of the City.
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12.0 ENTIRE AGREEMENT; AMENDMENTS. This Agreement constitutes the entire
Agreement between the parties, and no other agreement prior to or contemporaneous with this
Agreement shall be effective, except as expressly set forth or incorporated herein. Any purported
amendment to this Agreement is not effective unless it is in writing and executed by both parties.
13.0 NO WAIVER BY CITY. By entering into this Agreement, the City does not waive its
entitlement to any immunity under statute or common law.
14.0 TERMINATION. Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time, for any reason.
If the contract is terminated early, the City will pay a prorated fee for the services performed to date
in that calendar year.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the date and year
written above.
CITY OF MEDINA
By
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
By
Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator
DESIGNING NATURE, INC.
By
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DESIGNI
LANDSCAPING SERVICES
3312 Red Fox Drive
Hamel MN 55340
Phone: 763-478-4565
www.designingnatureinc.com
Date: February 23, 2017
Client name: City of Medina
Address: 2052 Co Rd 24 Medina MN 55340
We hereby propose to furnish all the materials and perform all the labor necessary for the
completion of:
Garden Maintenance services provided at $29.00 per hour per person plus
materials. Garden Maintenance will be performed at the City Hall sign,
Public Works sign and flagpole, Park signs, Rain Gardens, Butterfly Garden
and Hamel Road planting beds. We would propose 4 visits per season:
Spring clean-up, two mid -summer check-in's which include
weeding/trimming and a fall cleanup. This proposal is good for 2
calendar years.
The addition or omission of any parts of the work or materials as added to or omitted
from the General Contract by the Owner or General Contractor; that fair adjustments
shall be made in the Contract Price for each added or omitted work.
Contractor shall not be liable for any unforeseen or unusual physical conditions which
differ materially ordinarily found to exist and generally recognized as inherent in
construction activities including but not limited to; poor soil, electrical, and irrigation lines.
Any such corrections or repairs shall be performed at the sole cost and expense of the
owner.
Respectfully Submitted By: Jackie Leuerjleuer@designingnatureinc.com & Sarah Notch
snotch@designingnatureinc.com
The above prices, specifications and conditions are satisfactory and are hereby
accepted. You are authorized to do the work as specified.
Signature:
Title:
Date:
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Notice
We are authorized by law to provide you with this NOTICE. You are, therefore, notified
that:
(A) ANY PERSON OR COMPANY SUPPLYING LABOR OR MATERIALS
FOR THIS IMPROVEMENT TO YOUR PROPERTY MAY FILE A LIEN AGAINST
YOUR PROPERTY IF THAT PERSON OR COMPANY IS NOT PAID FOR THE
CONTRIBUTIONS.
(B) UNDER MINNESOTA LAW, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO PAY PERSONS
WHO SUPPLIED LABOR OR MATERIALS FOR THIS IMPROVEMENT DIRECTLY
AND DEDUCT THIS AMOUNT FROM OUR CONTRACT PRICE, OR WITHHOLD
THE AMOUNTS DUE THEM FROM US UNTIL 120 DAYS AFTER COMPLETION OF
THE IMPROVEMENT UNLESS WE GIVE YOU A LIEN WAIVER SIGNED BY
PERSONS WHO SUPPLIED ANY LABOR OR MATERIAL FOR THE IMPROVEMENT
AND WHO GAVE YOU TIMELY NOTICE.
Dated: February 23, 2017
Designing Nature, Inc. A Minnesota Corporation
By: JatAci e. Lever & Sara -IA- NcYfc in.
The undersigned Owner named in the foregoing Agreement hereby acknowledges
receipt of this Notice from Designing Nature Inc., a Minnesota Corporation on this day
of , 2017.
(OWNER)
(OWNER
TERMS & CONDITIONS
UNPAID INVOICES ARE PAST DUE 30 DAYS FROM DATE OF INVOICE. PAST DUE
AMOUNTS ARE SUBJECT OT A SERVICE CHARGE OF 1 .5% PER MONTH, WHICH IS AN
ANNUAL RATE OF 18%.
A SERVICE CHARGE OF $25.00 WILL BE APPLIED TO EACH RETURNED CHECK.
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Agenda Item # 5H
CITY OF MEDINA
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING FEES FOR CITY CLEAN-UP DAY
The city council of the city of Medina ordains as follows:
Section 1. The schedule of fees for collecting the following items and materials
and acquisition of trees from the Annual City Clean-up Day shall be:
Accepted Items:
• Brush No Charge
• Leaves No Charge
• Scrap iron No Charge
• Batteries No Charge
• Anti -freeze No Charge
• Computer Tower/Laptop/Small Handheld Device No Charge
• Appliances $5 each
• Miscellaneous Electronics $5-10 each
• Computer Monitor $10 each
• Televisions (small size) $10 each
• Televisions (large flat screen — 27" on up) $15 each
• Televisions (large tube style — 27" on up) $25 each
• Mattress/Box springs $25 each
• Tires — car $4 each
• Tires — truck — with or without rim $6 each
• Tires — semi truck — without rim $10 each
• Tires — semi truck — with rim $15 each
• Tires — tractor $25.00 small/$45.00 medium/$60.00 large
• Dumping (i.e. carpet, furniture/building materials) $10 small load
• Dumping — full tied down pick-up truck Up to $30 large load
Purchase of Trees:
• Red Maple .$15
• Autumn Blaze .$15
• Honey Locust .$15
• Hackberry .$15
• Northern Pin Oak $15
• Linden .$15
• American Elm $15
• Swamp White Oak .$15
Section 2. This ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption and publication.
Adopted by the city council of the city of Medina this
Ordinance No.
March 7, 2017
day of March, 2017.
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jodi M. Gallup, City Clerk
Published in the Crow River News this day of , 2017.
Ordinance No.
March 7, 2017
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Agenda Item # 5I
Member
introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
CITY OF MEDINA
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PUBLICATION OF
ORDINANCE NO. BY TITLE AND SUM1VIARY
WHEREAS, the city council of the city of Medina has adopted Ordinance No.
regarding revisions of the city's fee schedule; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes, § 412.191, subd. 4, allows publication by title and
summary in the case of lengthy ordinances or those containing charts or maps; 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 Clerk shall cause the following summary of Ordinance No. to be published in the
official newspaper in lieu of the entire ordinance:
Public Notice
The city council of the city of Medina has adopted Ordinance No. . The ordinance
revises the city's fee schedule to include fees for Clean -Up Day. The ordinance will not be codified.
The full text of Ordinance No. is available for inspection at Medina city hall during regular
business hours.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the city council of the city of Medina that the City
Clerk keep a copy of the ordinance in her office at city hall for public inspection and that she post a
full copy of the ordinance in a public place within the city.
Dated: March 7, 2017.
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jodi M. Gallup, City Clerk
Resolution No. 2017-
March 7, 2017
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. 2017- 2
March 7, 2017
Agenda Item # 8A
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Mitchell and Members of the City Council
FROM: Dusty Finke, City Planner; through City Administrator Scott Johnson
DATE: February 27, 2017
MEETING: March 7, 2017
SUBJ: LJP Development LLC. - 1432 Baker Park Road (CR 29) —
Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning
Summary of Request
LJP Development, LLC has requested a Comprehensive Plan and Rezoning for property located
at 1432 Baker Park Road (County Road 29). The applicant requests a change of the future land
use in the 2010-2030 Comprehensive Plan from Commercial to High Density Residential and a
Rezoning from Commercial -Highway to R-4, Limited High Density Residential. The applicant
desires to develop a memory care facility upon the property, which is not permitted with the
Commercial zoning districts of the Comprehensive Plan.
The draft 2020-2040 Comprehensive Plan proposes to change the future land use to High
Density Residential, so the proposed amendment would be generally consistent with the
direction the City is heading. However, the applicant seeks to begin development sooner than
the Comprehensive Plan update will be in effect.
The subject property is approximately 2.12 acres in size, located north of Highway 12 on the east
of County Road 29. An existing house and detached garage are currently located on the site. A
multi -tenant commercial building is located to the south, a single-family home to the north, the
City of Maple Plain is across County Road 29 and Baker Park Reserve to the east. The
residential property to the north is guided similarly to the subject site and is also proposed to be
changed to High Density Residential in the draft Comprehensive Plan update. An aerial of the
subject site and surrounding lands can be found at the top of the following page.
Analysis
The subject property and other adjacent properties are proposed to be guided High Density
Residential in the draft 2020-2040 Comprehensive Plan. The properties are also within the
current staging period of both the current Plan and the draft Update. These properties were seen
as a good opportunity for higher density housing because the park and ride across the street in
the City of Maple Plain provides the only opportunity for transit in the City.
Nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and similar facilities are currently listed as conditional
uses in the R-4 zoning district. These uses are permitted in a number of other districts as well,
including the R-3 district and the Business districts. Staff believes that the uses are a good fit for
the higher density districts, but it should be noted that memory care units and nursing home units
do not technically count as dwelling units. The City guided approximately 13 acres as high
density residential in the draft 2020-2040 Comprehensive Plan update. Allowing nursing homes
and memory care units within the high density district may reduce opportunities for multi -family
housing in the City.
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Future High Density Residential
The High Density Residential land use is described in the 2010-2030 Comprehensive Plan as
follows:
"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."
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The draft 2020-2040 Comprehensive Plan proposes to amend the density range of the HDR land
use to 12 to 15 units per acre. As a result, the City will need to make adjustments to the zoning
districts intended to implement the HDR land use.
In general, staff does not have concerns with the proposed future land use change, since it is
consistent with the draft Plan update. Staff does have some concern that amending individual
parcels while the broader Plan update is under review may incent developers to get a similar
"jump" on the process, which could lead to substantial administrative burdens. Two pending
applications may show that this concern is warranted. However, the likelihood of this being
common seems fairly low.
Beyond the more procedural/process concern, the other question relates to the fact that the
density range of the HDR land use is proposed to be changed in the draft Plan update, which
would also necessitate changes to the zoning districts. If the subsequent development was
proposed to be multi -family housing, determining appropriate land use regulations to apply
during this duel timeframe may prove difficult.
In order to alleviate this concern, staff believes it may be advisable to establish a new land use
designation in the 2010-2030 Comp Plan which matches the new HDR designation in the draft
2020-2040 Plan update. The relevant zoning designation could also be adjusted in the following
months while the applicant's proposed amendment is under review by neighboring jurisdictions
and the Met Council. The City would ultimately need to make such an amendment following
adoption of the Comp Plan update.
Staff believes that the actions described above could maintain consistency between the existing
Plan and draft Plan update while allowing the developer to move forward. The City has the
discretion to decide that the risk to the planning process is too high and deny this request in order
to allow the draft Comp Plan update process to be completed. Staff anticipates the new plan to
be effective by the end of the year, so approving the interim amendment requested by the
applicant it would likely allow construction one year earlier.
Concept Plan Review
In connection with the requested Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning, the applicant
submitted a conceptual sketch which illustrates what they intend to construct upon the property.
The applicant is considering a 42-unit, single story memory care facility. The applicant intends
to construct 28 units in a first phase, with the potential of a 14-unit expansion. Twenty-three
parking spaces are proposed to be constructed to serve the structure.
As noted above, the updated HDR land use allows a density range of 12 to 15 units per acre. The
subject property would, therefore, be expected to accommodate 26-31 residential units.
Staff believes it is reasonable that memory care facilities and nursing homes would not be
subject to the same density limitations of the HDR land use. The units are substantially smaller
than apartment units. In this case, it appears that the units are approximately 288 square feet
(18'x16'). Also, parking needs are lower per unit since the residents of such facilities will not be
driving, even after accounting for staff and visitor parking. This difference is not explicit in the
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zoning code for the R-4 district, but could be addressed when the district is updated to be
consistent with the new density range.
Following is a summary of the dimensional standards of the R-4 district and what is proposed by
the applicant's sketch:
R-4 Requirements
Proposed Concept
Area per Unit
3,600-6,200 s.£ per unit*
2,198 s.f. per unit
Setback from Perimeter
20 feet
20 feet
Street Setbacks
Local Streets
40 feet
40 feet
Arterial Roads
50 feet
50 feet
Impervious Surface Max.
60%
54% (w/ expansion)
* As staff noted above, it may be reasonable for alternative density for memory care facilities and nursing homes.
Also, additional density is permitted in the R-4 district through bonuses for things such as construction which
exceeds the minimum standards, providing affordable housing, and other elements.
The applicant's sketch does not provide much detail on proposed building construction, but plans
will be required to be consistent with City Code upon any formal application. As noted above,
the applicant proposes a single -story building, which would result in a much lower profile than
would generally be expected in the HDR land use.
The sketch does not include a proposed landscaping plan. Staff recommends that substantial
screening and planting be provided along the north of the proposed building, where an existing
single-family home is located. It appears that the proposed construction will impact a number of
significant trees on the site. The application will be subject to the tree preservation ordinance.
The applicant proposes to construct a new street connection from Baker Park Road to the south
of the subject property. This street was planned by the City when the property immediately to
the south was developed. The intent is for this new street to serve the property to the east and
also to loop to the south where the existing shared driveway for Holiday and the multi -tenant
building is located. This loop road would provide Hennepin County the opportunity to limit left
turning traffic from the shared driveway north of Holiday in order to improve safety at the
intersection of Baker Park Road and Highway 12. The applicant does not propose to construct
the loop at this point, as right-of-way would need to be acquired upon development of the larger
site to the east. As proposed, the new street does not provide an adequate turn -around for City
trucks. Staff believes the best alternative may be for the street to remain privately maintained
until such time as it is extended in the future.
Staff believes that a sidewalk should also be constructed along with the street connection. A
future trail connection is contemplated along Baker Park Road, so the sidewalk connection could
connect.
The applicant will also need to extend sewer and water services from Baker Park Road to serve
their facility and in connection with construction of the new street. Comments from the City
Engineer and County Engineer are attached.
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Review Criteria
The City has the highest amount of discretion when reviewing Comprehensive Plan
Amendments. Amendments should be consistent with and serve the overall vision and goals of
the City. Because the City is in the midst of the 2020-2040 Plan update, it is reasonable to
review the request within context of both the existing Plan and the draft Plan update. Staff has
attached relevant information from both Plans.
According to 825.35 of the zoning code: "[zoning] amendments shall not be issued
indiscriminately but shall only be used as a means to reflect changes in the goals and policies of
the community as reflected in the Plan or changes in conditions in the City." In this case, if the
requested Comprehensive Plan amendment is approved, the rezoning would be appropriate in
order to implement the change.
Planning Commission Recommendation
Unless the Planning Commission and City Council are concerned that the requested amendment
places undue risk on the planning process, staff recommends approval of a Comprehensive Plan
amendment and rezoning. As noted above, staff would recommend that the change in land use
be to a new designation which matches the density range in the 2020-2040 Plan update. Staff
would also recommend that the R-4 zoning district be amended in the interim to be consistent
with this range. The City would need to make this change following adoption of the Plan update.
The Planning Commission held a Public Hearing on the matter at their February 13 meeting.
One person spoke at the hearing, expressing concern about the change from Commercial to High
Density Residential. This concern was more related to the change in use and the impact on their
property than the timing of the change. The neighbor also raised various concerns with the
concept plan layout which were noted by the Commission.
Following the public hearing, the Commission discussed and generally did not see major
concerns with moving the Comp Plan Amendment and Rezoning ahead quicker than the overall
Update. The Commission unanimously recommended approval subject to the following
conditions:
1) The proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment shall not be effective until reviewed by
neighboring jurisdictions, approved by the Metropolitan Council, and subsequent adopted
by the City Council
2) The proposed zoning amendment shall not be effective until the Comprehensive Plan
amendment is adopted by the City Council following Metropolitan Council approval.
3) The applicant shall pay to the City a fee in an amount sufficient to reimburse the City for
the cost of reviewing the Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning and other relevant
documents.
Potential Motion
If the City Council finds the proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment is consistent with the
vision and goals of the Plan, the following motion would be in order:
Move to direct staff to prepare documents approving the Comprehensive Plan
Amendment and Rezoning subject to the conditions recommended by the Planning
Commission.
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Attachments
1) Excerpt from DRAFT 2/13/2017 Planning Commission meeting
2) Comments from Three Rivers Park District
3) Comprehensive Plan Information
4) City Engineer Comments
5) Hennepin County Engineer Comments
6) Applicant Narrative
7) Applicant Concept Plan
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Medina Planning Commission Excerpt from DRAFT 2/13/2017 Meeting Minutes
Public Hearing — LJP Development, LLC —1432 County Road 29 — Comprehensive Plan
Amendment from Commercial to High Density and Rezoning from Commercial Highway (CH) to
Residential -Limited Multiple Family (R4) District
Finke stated that this is sort of a similar request to the last case, but explained that this is a formal request
rather than a concept. He noted that this property is proposed to be changed from the current designation
of commercial to high density residential under the draft Comprehensive Plan. He stated that the
applicant is requesting to construct a memory care facility which would not be permitted under the current
zoning. He stated that the subject size is over two acres in size and currently holds a single-family home
and detached garage, just north of the adjacent commercial building. He identified the other adjacent
sites, which include a park and ride facility. He noted that the neighboring property, which currently has
a home on it, is proposed to change guiding under the draft Comprehensive Plan to high density housing.
He stated that the proposed use would have higher density than the high -density zoning district. He noted
that a new land use designation could be established under the existing Comprehensive Plan which would
match the new guides under the draft plan. He stated that nursing homes, memory care and assisted living
facilities are generally permitted under the City's high density zoning district. He stated that staff
recommends that the amendment is in line with the density of the draft plan rather than the existing
Comprehensive Plan. He stated that while the Comprehensive Plan amendment is under review they can
make an adjustment to the density to bring that item into consistency. He described the proposed phasing
of the project. He provided details on the proposed access and sidewalk connections for the future public
street which would allow connection to a future trail on Baker public road. He stated that the request is
consistent with the direction the City is going, and generally staff does not see concerns with the request.
He stated that the amendment could bring the existing Comprehensive Plan in -line with the draft update
plan and the zoning density could be updated as well. He stated that staff recommends approval of the
Comprehensive Plan amendment and zoning as noted in the report.
Murrin asked if this application were presented under the draft Comprehensive Plan, would it be in -line
with that guiding and therefore this would simply be jumping ahead.
Finke stated that is correct, but noted that the question of density should be addressed.
Murrin asked if this is the area that is designated for the highest density where affordable housing could
be constructed.
Finke confirmed that this parcel is within that area identified for high density.
Murrin asked if this would impact the number for the Metropolitan Council and impact the numbers for
affordable housing.
Finke stated that the Metropolitan Council does not track individual development within the City. He
stated that the City has done what is required to be done by the Metropolitan Council and therefore if the
market does not support that type of development, that is not a problem.
Barry stated that the City cannot control the pricing of properties, they can simply guide the number of
units for development. He stated that the City simply has to provide the opportunity, but the developers
will drive the type of development.
Finke stated that nursing home and assisted living facilities do not count towards high density
calculations, but the market may support that type of development. He believes that the City has met the
requirement to plan property for the development of a minimum of 253 high density housing units. He
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stated that the City has planned that property appropriately and therefore has met the requirement. He
explained that what is ultimately developed on the property is not a requirement.
Larry and Jennifer Palm, Plymouth residents, stated that they are present to answer any questions.
Jennifer Palm noted that she has been a caregiver for her father who has Alzheimer's for the past several
years and has identified a gap in memory care. She stated that the community has a need for an excellent
memory care facility. She noted that the units are more of a hotel room as the residents do not require a
kitchen. She advised that there would be shared spaces, such as a great room, that will encourage
residents to spend time outside of their rooms. She stated that the need for this type of service is growing.
Larry Palm noted that they have owned the land for some time.
Murrin asked if Jennifer Palm intends to move her father to this facility once constructed.
Mrs. Palm replied that it would depend on the timing. She noted that a move would be hard on her father
and construction would take some time, so she is unsure that the amount of time he has left would be
benefited by a move. She stated that they intend to be owner/operator but would have a medical team on -
site. She stated that they would offer med-waivers for those elderly patients that run out of funds while in
care.
Barry asked if this would be impacted by the Wealshire development.
Mrs. Palm stated that the demand continues to grow and therefore they are not concerned with the
Wealshire development. She noted that although they would like approval for the full capacity, they
intend to do a phased development.
Mr. Palm stated that they have lived in the area for some time in both Orono and Plymouth.
DesLauriers asked if there is sufficient space to allow emergency vehicle access.
Finke stated that those details would be reviewed as the process moves forward.
Acting Chairperson Albers opened the public hearing at 8:29 p.m.
Robert Braun stated that he lives north of this property. He stated that the property was bought
commercially and he was upset that the property was sold commercially. He stated that there is a 75-foot
setback between residential and commercial. He stated that the property will now be 20-foot setback,
which will be 25 feet from his garage and asked how property can be changed from commercial to high
density residential, which changes the setback requirements. He asked what would stop this from
continually happening across the City. He noted that there are some large maple trees on the subject
property that will be removed as a part of this project which concerns him. He noted that if the setback
was increased the trees could be saved and act as a buffer. He was also concerned with potential runoff
from the subject site affecting his property. He stated that this development will have a negative impact
on his property. He stated that his property is not large enough to purchase for commercial property, as it
is slightly under one acre. He asked the tax rate difference between high density residential and
commercial and whether that is in the best interest of the City.
Albers replied that the Planning Commission does not consider tax rates. He stated that from the plan it
appears that phase one will be approximately 37 feet from the property line and phase two would come
out a bit more. He noted that the request tonight is just for the rezoning and Comprehensive Plan
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amendment and more of the concerns brought forward by Mr. Braun will be able to be addressed during
the site plan review.
R. Reid asked the designation of Mr. Braun's property under the draft Comprehensive Plan.
Finke stated that Mr. Braun's property is similarly guided to the subject site, currently commercial and
proposed under the draft plan to be high density residential.
Acting Chairperson Albers closed the public hearing at 8:40 p.m.
Murrin stated that she likes that the applicant has a personal reason for the development, as she feels that
type of development is often done very well.
R. Reid stated that she is comfortable with this request as there is a demand for memory care units. She
stated that the residential look will blend with the surrounding development and therefore will support the
request.
DesLauriers and Barry stated that they do not have any issues with the request.
Barry noted that this is simply an issue of timing, similar to the last request.
R. Reid asked, and received confirmation, that the applicant would like to break ground this year.
Finke asked for input on whether it made sense that memory care units be subject to a different density
standard then standard apartment dwellings.
Albers agreed that higher density could be allowed for memory care units.
Barry stated that a dwelling unit also has impacts on parking requirements, whereas memory care units do
not have vehicles and therefore the parking is provided for staff and visitors and does not generate a lot of
traffic. He stated that he would support higher density because it would not create a higher traffic flow.
Finke noted that this item will not request action tonight, but that issue will be brought up in the future as
this moves forward.
Mr. Braun expressed concern with the level of lighting from the neighboring park and ride facility.
Motion by Murrin, seconded by R. Reid, to recommend approval of the Comprehensive Plan
Amendment from Commercial to High Density and Rezoning from Commercial Highway (CH) to
Residential -Limited Multiple Family (R4) District for the property at1432 County Road 29. Motion
carries unanimously. (Absent: (Rengel and White)
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From: Rexine, Ann <Ann.Rexine@threeriversparks.org>
Sent: Monday, February 13, 2017 10:33 AM
To: Dusty Finke
Subject: LJP Development LLC I Comp Plan Amendment and Rezone
Dusty,
Three Rivers Park District (Park District) is in receipt of an application for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezone
for property adjacent to Baker Park Reserve. The following comments are provided for inclusion as part of the Medina
Planning Commission meeting February 13, 2017:
• No local trail access to Baker Park Reserve from the proposed development is requested at this time. Should
this be proposed, the applicant must request and discuss with the Park District for review and approval.
• All stormwater drainage must be treated on -site. No run-off from the proposed development will be accepted
in Baker Park Reserve.
Thank you for the opportunity to comment,
Ann Rexine, Principal Planner
Three Rivers Park District
3000 Xenium Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
P: 763.694.1103
ann.rexine@threeriversparks.orq
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Community Vision
The following statement provides a vision of the community for the future and the resultant
goals and strategies.
The City of Medina Shall...
Maintain its rural character in which natural infrastructure is the dominant feature while
planning for new business and residential areas, where highway access is available and where
the City of Loretto and neighborhood of Uptown Hamel already exist, to create a healthy,
cohesive community for all ages in which to live and work.
Protect natural resources and natural corridors. Residents will be able to enjoy the natural
environment with planned trails and connections. Healthy living for all residents will be
encouraged and supported through availability and proximity to activities such as horse -riding,
bicycling and walking.
Plan neighborhoods using innovative design techniques to ensure a high quality of life for
residents. A diversity of housing will exist to support and promote the livability of the
community. Neighborhoods will be planned in proximity to Uptown Hamel, Loretto and other
urban areas as they develop and will provide walkable, pedestrian friendly accessibility.
Development will be focused along the TH 55 growth corridor where more dense residential
areas and businesses will be located.
Community Character and Livability
1. Maintain the rural quality and small town feel of the community.
Strategies:
• Encourage development that preserves open spaces and creates linkages with
natural areas.
• Maintain the rural heritage and history of Medina.
• Develop Uptown Hamel as a livable, pedestrian friendly town center within the
City of Medina.
• Maintain and enhance the quality of development in Uptown Hamel through the
creation of design and performance standards.
• Encourage a sense of community by maintaining and creating distinct
neighborhoods.
2. Maintain areas of solitude and quiet that contribute to the rural character of the
community.
Strategies:
Preserve the rural heart of the community through open space planning and low impact
development.
• Preserve natural areas and make them accessible where appropriate.
• Develop tools to support the reduction of noise and light pollution.
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3. Preserve natural resources, rural vistas and rural quality of the community.
Strategies:
• Support open space planning as a guide for future development.
• Create a land use plan that supports the preservation of natural resources and
rural vistas.
• Educate and encourage residents to maintain and preserve significant natural
areas on their properties.
• Develop a program to educate and encourage community awareness and
involvement focused on preservation of natural resources and vistas throughout
the City.
4. Encourage innovative and creative approaches to planning, engineering, and city
governance.
Strategies:
• Support the development and testing of alternative solutions such as Leadership
in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) building standards and Low
Impact Development (LID) to typical engineering and planning problems.
• Research and use innovative planning methods including open space planning,
conservation and other low impact development techniques.
• Encourage methods of Low Impact Development.
• Require developers to consult with staff before plans are presented and maintain
open communication for problem solving between staff, decision -makers and the
public to find the best solution to planning and engineering issues.
• Encourage staff to monitor land planning approaches in other communities and
government bodies for innovative solutions facing the City.
5. Maintain the characteristics of the community and its land through thoughtful
planning.
Strategies:
• Create a future land use plan that is compatible with existing land use patterns.
• Identify areas within the community that could benefit from innovative
planning, or more study.
• Identify areas that have conflicting land uses and develop solutions to mitigate
current and future problems.
• Develop and create safe road patterns and traffic control measures to establish
safety for all modes of transportation.
• Maintain the rural quality of the community despite proximity to the Twin Cities
and adjacent suburban areas.
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Land Use and Growth Goals
1. Manage and support planned, compact orderly growth in designated areas.
Strategies:
• Create a staging plan to support well -planned and orderly growth within the
designated growth areas.
• Identify areas to support higher density opportunities.
• Use existing land use plans to help guide consistent development throughout the
community.
• Preserve and respect existing character and development, while accommodating
and serving new development in an environmentally friendly and economically
sustainable way.
• Encourage growth in areas with proximity to infrastructure, including
transportation corridors, water, wastewater and community facilities.
• Work with developers to create neighborhoods and development that support
the staging and land use plan.
2. Maintain a diversity of land uses that allows for the preservation of rural and
agricultural lands.
Strategies:
• Prepare a flexible land use plan that encourages rural and agricultural lands
while allocating areas for more intense development.
• Prepare and adopt a land use plan that designates compatible land uses to
minimize conflicts as development occurs.
• Require transitions between rural and more urban areas through zoning and
other performance standards.
3. Support the development of a land use plan that responds to regional growth
strategies while maintaining the rural character and vision of the community.
Strategies:
• Create a land use plan that considers adjacent land uses of neighboring
communities.
• Work with adjacent communities to identify areas of linkage, particularly those
areas where natural resources and open space connections can be made.
• Identify regional growth strategies to determine areas that can support and
enhance such strategies and goals.
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4. Encourage innovative, environmentally friendly development in all growth areas to
promote a sustainable land use pattern.
Strategies:
• Identify areas that are suitable for innovative and conservation development.
• Support open space planning and use it to develop tools and techniques to
support conservation development and other low impact development
alternatives.
• Work with land owners, developers and stakeholders to identify land that can
contribute to green corridors, trails and storm water management areas.
5. Enhance and update the zoning ordinance to support the goals and visions of the
community.
Strategies:
• Develop land use and zoning ordinance categories that directly respond to the
natural resources in the City.
• Utilize county, state or federal programs to encourage retention of the natural
features within the City.
Neighborhood Pattern and Housing Goals
1. Provide a diversity of housing at a range of values to support a sustainable
community.
Strategies:
• Encourage developments to include a variety of housing types including single
family and multifamily.
• Provide housing options that workers in Medina can afford.
• Work closely with local lenders, builders and other organizations to help Medina
meet the housing goals related to workforce housing options.
• Explore zoning methods that allow neighborhoods with mixed housing types
and other appropriate uses within residential areas.
• Create and maintain a level of affordability options in the community's housing
stock.
• Create ordinances that support well designed and maintained housing at all
levels.
• Encourage development of neighborhoods compatible with adjacent land uses.
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2. Maintain and enhance diverse neighborhood patterns conducive to residence, work
and leisure.
Strategies:
• Encourage methods of subdivision design to protect and enhance environmental
features in rural residential areas.
• Maintain a road system designed to accommodate Medina residents in a manner
consistent with identified goals and strategies.
• Create and strengthen the appearance of City gateways and key transportation
corridors through street scaping, design standards, zoning, trails, lighting,
sidewalks, signage, and other tools.
• Develop and enforce design, performance, development and site planning
standards, incentives and resources to ensure quality development.
• Encourage development to provide a variety of housing types within a single
development.
• Create a high quality neighborhood environment in every development.
• Update the zoning ordinances and other development standards for consistency
with the housing goals defined in this plan.
3. Promote increased density along the development corridor including compact,
walkable neighborhoods in proximity to Uptown Hamel.
Strategies:
• Encourage the integration of multi -modal access including parking, sidewalks,
bike paths and pedestrian crossings within new developments.
• Enhance and maintain Uptown Hamel design standards that support a livable,
pedestrian friendly community.
• Allow mixed -use development within Uptown Hamel.
• Ensure that residential neighborhoods have adequate access to parks and trails
and that parks and green space are integrated into the Uptown Hamel
development areas.
• Encourage higher density development along Hamel Road east of County Road
115 (locally known as Pinto Drive) to help define the area as a pedestrian
friendly, attractive urban area for residents and businesses.
• Create linkages between neighborhoods, parks and businesses within Uptown
Hamel to promote the walkable character of the area.
• Encourage a retail center in the development corridor to provide shopping and
work opportunities to residents.
• Maintain commercial development at the intersection of TH 55 and CR-19.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Chapter 2: VISION & COMMUNITY GOALS
The Vision and Community Goals chapter is the heart of the Comprehensive Plan and provides
the foundation from which City officials make consistent and supporting land use decisions.
This chapter includes a set of general community goals that guided the creation of this Plan.
The concepts in this chapter are some of the few static elements of the Comprehensive Plan. If
land uses change or other infrastructure varies from the Plan, decisions will be founded in the
goals set forth below. The Vision and Goals were created with the involvement of the
Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee (the "Steering Committee"), City officials, and
residents of Medina and are broadly supported.
Land use designations are subject to strong social and economic pressures to change.
Accordingly, it is appropriate that such systems be periodically evaluated in light of changing
social and economic conditions. As development evolves, the Vision and Goals will provide the
guidance for accomplishing the vision for the future of the community even when changes are
necessary to the land use plan.
Detailed objectives and recommendations are contained within each of the subject chapters of
this plan.
Creating the Vision and Goals
The residents, the Steering Committee, City officials and staff participated in the planning
process for the Plan. A series of public participation meetings were conducted to introduce and
solicit information from the residents of Medina. The Steering Committee held work sessions
that focused on integrating the concerns and desires of the community together with
accommodating growth and regional impacts. An online forum provided additional
opportunity for residents to impact the Vision and Community Goals as they were formulated.
In addition to land use and growth planning, the City implemented open space, natural
resources, and infrastructure planning. The goals which guided this process are integrated into
this chapter.
Each element of this plan was developed with assistance from city officials and a diverse group
of community stakeholders producing a truly representative plan. The City made a conscious
decision to emphasize natural resources and open space conservation.
Community Vision
The following statement provides a vision of the community for the future and the resultant
goals and strategies.
Medina is a community united by a common goal: to sustain and enhance the quality
of life of its residents. Medina will protect its significant natural resources and open
space throughout the City, while honoring its rural heritage and fostering safe and well -
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designed neighborhoods, places of recreation and destinations for citizens to gather.
Development within the City will be commensurate with available transportation
systems, municipal services and school capacity.
Community Goals
The following Community Goals are derived from the Vision Statement and inform
objectives and strategies throughout the various aspects of the Comprehensive Plan.
Preserve rural vistas, open spaces, and wetlands in all parts of the community to
promote the rural character of Medina.
Protect and enhance the environment and natural resources throughout the community.
Encourage and incent innovative and environmentally friendly approaches to planning,
engineering and development.
Expand urban services only as necessary to accommodate regionally forecasted
residential growth, desired business opportunities and achievement of other
Community Goals. Such development and growth shall be at a sustainable pace
proportionate with capacity of schools and transportation, water supply and
wastewater infrastructure available to the City.
Spread development so that it is not geographically concentrated during particular
timeframes.
Promote public and private gathering places and civic events that serve the entire
community.
Preserve and expand trails and parks to provide community recreational facilities,
connect neighborhoods, and encourage healthy lifestyles of its residents.
Provide opportunities for a diversity of housing at a range of costs to support residents
at all stages of their lives.
Encourage an attractive, vibrant business community that complements the residential
areas of the City.
Maintain its commitment to public safety through support of the City's police
department and coordination with its contracted volunteer fire departments.
Manage the City through prudent budgeting processes, retaining a skilled and efficient
staff and long-range planning and financial management.
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representative portions of its history. The City previously worked with the West Hennepin
Pioneer 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.
Future General Land Use Policy Direction
As described in the Vision Statement, the City of Medina strives to promote and protect its open
spaces and natural environment. The City has historically been, and intends to continue to be,
primarily a rural community.
The City has planned for a limited amount of future development consistent with regional
forecast and consistent with Community Goals.
Future Land Use Plan Principles
The Future Land Use Plan guides the development of Medina through 2040, and will be used to
implement the City's goals, strategies and policies. The Plan is guided by the Vision and
Community Goals as furthered by the following principles:
Development Patterns and Neighborhood Form
• Encourage open spaces, parks and trails in all neighborhood developments. 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.
• Stage residential growth to minimize the amount of adjacent developments which
occur within the same time period.
• 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.
• Consider planned development in surrounding communities when making land use
decisions in the City.
Road Patterns
• Recognize regional highway capacity and planned improvements, along with use
forecasts, as major factors in planning for growth and land use changes.
• Establish collector streets with good connections through the community's growth
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areas.
• Promote trails and sidewalk access near roads and thoroughfares to encourage multi -
modal transportation choices.
• Consider opportunities to improve north -south travel within the City.
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.
• Protect wooded areas and encourage improvement of existing resources and
reforestation. Evaluate existing woodland protections and supplement as necessary.
• 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
primary transportation corridors.
• Provide connections between residents and commercial areas and promote businesses
within mixed -use areas.
• Work to create job opportunities in the community for Medina residents to reduce
traffic and commuting demands.
• Emphasize service and retail uses which serve the needs of the local community and
provide opportunities for the community to gather.
• Support business development with a corporate campus style which provides open
spaces and protects natural resources.
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Medina, MN 55340-9790
Re: Medina Memory Care Facility — Engineering Review
City Project No. LR-17-195
WSB Project No. 03433-200
Dear Mr. Finke:
We have reviewed The Medina Memory Care Facility application and plans dated January 12, 2017.
The applicant proposes to construct a single story senior living facility with roughly 30 individual
units (with a future addition adding 12 more) with a gross area of 20,000 square feet located at 1432
County Road 29.
The documents were reviewed for general conformance with the City of Medina's general
engineering standards and Stormwater Design Manual. We have the following comments with
regards to engineering and stormwater management matters.
Site Plan
1. The City's comprehensive trail plan shows a future trail extension along CSAH 29. The
applicant may need to provide additional right of way, easements, and/or construct a trail or
sidewalk as a part of the improvements.
2. Any work within Hennepin County right of way will require a permit. The applicant shall
also meet the requirements of the County's plat review committee.
3. The proposed public roadway as proposed is not acceptable as a public street due to an
inadequate turn -around at the dead-end. The City may allow the applicant to construct this as
a private roadway with the understanding that when future development occurs to the east,
the public right of way will be dedicated to the City.
Utilities
4. The City of Medina's sanitary sewer system serves the existing retail site to the south. Show
where the proposed connection points to the existing system on future plan submittals and
verify the existing pipe location/size or manhole inverts. Easements may be required by the
City to encompass all or a portion of the sewer into the site.
5. Sizing, connection points, and manhole locations of the proposed sanitary sewer shall be
made in consideration of both the proposed site improvements and future development to the
east.
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6. The City Maple Plain's water system currently serves the existing retail site to the south.
Show the proposed connection points to the existing system on future plan submittals and
verify the size and type of watermain. The final design shall meet all City of Maple Plain
watermain design standards. Confirm whether or not a permit from the City of Maple Plain
will be required.
7. Watermain will be required along the entire length of the proposed public roadway up to the
adjacent property to the east and shall be sized to meet the capacity needs for fully developed
conditions for the area or a minimum diameter of 8-inches, whichever is larger. Show a stub
to the north lot line for future extension to the north. Easements may be required to
encompass all or a portion of the proposed water system within the site.
8. The applicant should provide evidence that adequate water pressure and fire flow capacity
will be available for the proposed structures served by City water. Show hydrant locations on
future submittals.
9. A 30' drainage and utility easement exists on southwest portion of site, utilize to the greatest
extent possible with the proposed water and sewer infrastructure.
Traffic & Intersections
10. The future access to CSAH 29 will be controlled by Hennepin County. As indicated in the
narrative, full access to the proposed Medina Memory Care Facility site and existing retail
site will be combined into one location between the existing retail and the proposed site at
some point in the future. The existing shared access to the retail site and Holiday will remain
open with the proposed development. However, the access will need to be converted to a
right-in/right-out in the future when development to the east is proposed, in accordance with
Hennepin County requirements.
11. A 30 unit Senior Care facility would generate approximately 109 daily trips, 6 AM peak hour
and 8 PM peak hour trips, and would not trigger the need for turn lane improvements on
CSAH 29. However, with the future concentration of traffic at the single access point and
considering future development potential in this location, left and right turn lanes should be
provided along CSAH 29. At minimum, the applicant shall provide the necessary right of
way along the CSAH 29 to accommodate the requisite number of turn lanes.
12. The proposed public street connecting to CSAH 29 should be designed to accommodate two
lanes exiting (one left and one right lane) and one lane entering.
13. A detailed Traffic Study should be completed with assumptions of all future development, to
determine the length of the turn lanes to be constructed on the proposed public road in order
to accommodate the proposed development as well as the future development to the east.
Stormwater Management
14. The development will need to meet the City's infiltration requirement, which can be met by
reusing stormwater from the proposed ponds for irrigation.
15. The development is located within the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) and
will need to meet the appropriate standards for this type of development and disturbance
level.
16. The project site of 2.12 acres will need to meet the requirements for a Major Expansion
Project. Provide a stormwater management plan and modelling calculations in accordance
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with City requirements with future submittals. No building or grading permit will be issued
until a satisfactory stormwater management plan has been approved by the City.
17. The City's freeboard standard requires at least 2 feet of vertical separation between a
stormwater ponding emergency overflow and the lowest exposed opening of any proposed
structure onsite.
18. Show the storm sewer discharge points from the site and how that will be incorporated into
the existing retail site to the south and future development to the east.
19. The concept plan did not provide specific contouring of the proposed pond area(s); provide
site/pond contouring with future submittals. During the 100-year rainfall event, the HWL
elevation must be at least 1' below the existing roadway shoulder edge and the wetted
perimeter fully encompassed within the site. Future expansion to CSAH 29 shall be taken
into consideration with the proposed design.
Please contact me at 763-287-8532 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
WSB & Associates, Inc.
Jim Stremel, P.E.
City Engineer
Dusty Finke
From: Jason D Gottfried <Jason.Gottfried@hennepin.us>
Sent: Monday, January 23, 2017 8:41 AM
To: Dusty Finke
Cc: mark@terra-mark.com; Kelly.Grissman@threeriversparks.org; Robert H. Byers; Sherman,
Tod (DOT)
Subject: RE: 1432 Co. Rd. 29 Comp Plan and Rezoning LR-17-195
Attachments: 1432 CSAH 29.pdf
Hello Dusty,
The plat review committee discussed the Comp Plan Amendment and Rezoning proposal for 1432 County Road 29 on
Tuesday, January 17`" and have made the following comments for consideration by this project moving forward:
• There have been a number of discussions over the years regarding the configuration of access along CSAH 29 in
this area, notably the Park Commons development to the south in 2005-2006. As previously discussed, we
envision the long-term future of CSAH 29 between US 12 and CSAH 19 (Main Street) most likely as a 3-lane
urban section with storm drains.
• Upon the completion of the planned internal loop road, a median would be constructed north of the
intersection with US 12 to limit access to right-in/right-out at the holiday station/retail center.
• With a Baker Park trail head only % mile to the north it would be highly desired to include a sidewalk if not an
off -road trail connection along this section as well. Furthermore, with the Three Rivers Park boundary
immediately surrounding this property, the developer may want to work with Three Rivers Parks personnel to
establish an internal connection to the trail system.
• In order to accommodate an eventual 3-lane section with trail, we would likely be seeking a 17 foot dedication
in order to accomplish a 50 foot half section here.
• This development may also want to consider regrading the surface up to CSAH 29, and removing the curb to put
in a ditch grading it into their pond (under a permit). We can work with the necessary parties on the best
approach here as the development moves forward.
Thank you for your consideration,
Jason
Jason Gottfried
Senior Planning Analyst
Hennepin County
Office: 612-596-0394
Email: Jason.Gottfried@hennepin.us
Hennepin County Public Works
1600 Prairie Drive
Medina, MN 55340-3410
From: dusty.finke@ci.medina.mn.us
Sent: Friday, January 13, 2017 3:04 PM
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<Debra@ci.medina.mn.us>; Batty, Ronald H. (rbatty@Kennedy-Graven.com) <rbatty@Kennedy-Graven.com>; Jim
Stremel (JStremel@wsbeng.com) <JStremel@wsbeng.com>; Jason D Gottfried <Jason.Gottfried@hennepin.us>;
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MEMORANDUM
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Wayzata, MN 55391
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www.mohagenhansen.com
Date: January 12, 2017
Memo To: City of Medina
From: Steve Oliver
Mohagen Hansen Architecture I Interiors
Project: Medina Memory Care
Project No.:
MH Project No. 16400.0ACE
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Applicant Information
Developer: LJP Development, LLC, 16620 57th Avenue North, Plymouth, MN 55446
Contact: Larry Palm, 612-919-3953, palml@aceelectrical.net
Jennifer Palm, 952-201-9916, palmi@aceelectrical.net
Property Information
Property ID: 3011823220004
Property Address: 1432 County Road 29, Medina, MN 55359
Owner: Granite Investments, LLC (Ace Properties LLC 5465 State Highway No. 169, Plymouth, MN 55442)
Property Size: 2.12 Acres
Application Request
Comp Plan Amendment: Request to change guided use from Commercial to High Density Residential.
Zoning Amendment/Rezoning: Request to rezoning from Commercial CH to Residential R-4.
The applicant has reviewed the project with staff and it was made apparent that the ideal zoning for the
proposed project — a memory care facility — is R-4. While other options were considered, such as rezoning
from CH to Business B, but the B category is limited in applicability for this project type, including specifically
the minimum lot size required. It was deemed that rezoning to R-4 is really the best fit.
The challenge with rezoning to R-4, which is a High Density Residential classification, is that the
comprehensive plan currently shows the subject property to be guided as Commercial. Rezoning to R-4
would therefore be in conflict with its guided use, at least in the short term.
It is the applicant's understanding that the city is in the process of reworking the comprehensive plan in
keeping with Met Council requirements and intends to revise the guided use for this parcel, and the
neighboring parcel, to High Density Residential, which would be in keeping with the intent of this project.
The intent of the city is also to reduce the density range from the current 7 to 30 units per acre down to 12-
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15 units per acre. As proposed, the development would result in 19.8 units per acre which would fall within
the guidelines of the current High Density Residentail category. From an intensity of use standpoint, 19.8
units per acre of memory care is substantially less intense than 19.8 units per acre of multi -family
apartments. So, in considering how this request and the development plan align with the future guide plan,
the proposed density would not create a more intense use as parking demands and trips in and out of the
site by residents will be extremenly low (residents are not drivers or vehicle owners). Parking demand and
vehicle traffic for the proposed housing type will be minimal compared to 42 units of standard apartment
housing. In the case of an apartment building, it would not be uncommon to have 2 to 4 residents per unit,
depending on unit type. That is not the case with this project as each of the units is essentially a private
bedroom with a private bathroom, so occupany will be 1:1 for the most part.
The applicant believes that, although the rezoning would be in conflict with the current comp plan, the long
term intent of the comp plan would be satisfied, including the density objectives, thereby justifying the
rezoning in the near term.
Project Description
The proposed project involves a new single story senior living facility intended to provide supportive care
services for residents with memory deficits. Phase 1 of the project would entail the construction of roughly
28 to 30 individual resident units or rooms along with the support spaces to serve those residents — dining
room, commercial kitchen, living and recreation spaces, staff and care team spaces, etc. The project would
be similar in nature to the Beehive project in Excelsior, Minnesota. Phase two of the project would involve
the addition of another 12 resident units and related support and living spaces. The facility is expected to
be approximately 20,000 gross square feet in size. The facility will offer units under the Elderly Waiver
program of the State of Minnesota, thereby contributing to the city's offering of affordable housing units.
Site
The existing 2.12 acre site has been a residential property in recent history and the smaller site to the north
is also a residential property at this time. The property to the south was redeveloped by this applicant in
2008, creating the small retail building that is there today.
At the time the retail building was developed, Hennepin County took additional right of way along the east
side of County Road 29, making the retail parcel smaller by roughly 7 feet. It is expected that the same
"taking" on the part of the County will be required for the subject property and the current site plan reflects
that adjustment.
Additionally, in 2008, the County wanted to develop a long term plan to modify access to the retail site and
to the Holiday Station to the south. In that redesign, the county intends to discontinue the full access
condition between the retail site and the Holiday Station, requiring a loop road to be developed around the
east and north sides of the retail site. The existing access south of the retail site would be converted to a
right -in -right -out only condition. This project proposes to install the north leg of that loop road, only in so
far as is required to serve the subject property. It is expected that the east section of the loop road, behind
the retail site, would be constructed as such time as the larger propert to the east is developed, not as part
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of this project. As proposed, all access to the subject property will come off of the new public road in
keeping with the County's long-range plan.
It is understood that the setback to any built item (building or paving) is 50 feet from County Road 29 and
that the setback to a building from the new public road will be 40 feet, while the setback to parking there
will be 20'. Other setbacks on interior side and rear lot lines is 20' to any built improvements. Per the
zoning ordinance for the R-4 use, the following additional requirements or limitations apply:
1. A Conditional Use Permit will be required.
2. Unit density must be between 7 and 30 units per acre, or 12-15 units per acre, if the reduction is
adopted. 19.8 units/acre is proposed.
3. Buffer yards are not required.
4. R-4 design standards will apply.
5. The maximum impervious material allowed is 60% of the site area.
Parking
In the R-4 district, high density residential uses are required to have enclosed parking for residents. In this
case, the resident mix is such that residents will not be drivers or vehicle owners, therefore, no enclosed
parking is proposed. Per review with staff, surface parking will be provided for visitors plus one stall for
every staff member on the largest shift. Visitor parking is proposed at a rate of 1 per 4 units.
We believe the parking needs for the project are reasonably satisfied as proposed and offer the following
parking summary as support:
Parking Demands:
Memory Care Phase 1
Staff
Residents
Memory Care Phase 2
Staff
Residents
Qty.
10
28
Factor
1:1
1:4
Stalls Provided
10
7
2 1:1 2
14 1:4 4
Total Parking Demand: 23
Total Stalls Provided: 23
Development Timeframe
It is expected, following a positive outcome with the zoning and comp plan amendment application, that the
applicant will continue project development approvals with a full development review application at the
earliest possible opportunity. The objective is to get all project approvals in place to be able to start
construction as soon as possible in the spring.
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