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AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE MEDINA CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
7:00 P.M.
Medina City Hall
2052 County Road 24
Meeting Rules of Conduct:
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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 April 4, 2017 Regular Council Meeting
B. Minutes of the April 5, 2017 Board of Review and Equalization Meeting
V. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution Approving a Conditional Use Permit Amendment to Three Rivers Park District for a
Public Safety Facility
B. Resolution Approving a Conditional Use Permit Amendment to Three Rivers Park District for an
Equine Therapeutic Riding Program Operated by "We Can Ride" Located at the Public Safety
Facility
C. Resolution Requesting a Speed Study by Hennepin County and MnDOT on County Road 19 and
County Road 101
D. Resolution Approving Proposed Transfer and Closing of Independence Beach Outlet Project
VI. COMMENTS
A. From Citizens on Items Not on the Agenda
B. Park Commission
C. Planning Commission
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Peter and Mindy Rechelbacher — 1822 Homestead Trail — Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment
1. Ordinance Regarding Solar Equipment Amending Chapter 8 of the City Code
2. Resolution Authorizing Publication of the Ordinance by Title and Summary
B. Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) — Annual Public Hearing
VIII. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
A. Police Speed and Weight Limit Enforcement
IX. MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
X. APPROVAL TO PAY BILLS
XI. ADJOURN
Posted 4/14/2017 Page 1 of 1
MEMORANDUM
TO: Medina City Council
FROM: Scott Johnson, City Administrator
DATE OF REPORT: April 13, 2017
DATE OF MEETING: April 18, 2017
SUBJECT: City Council Meeting Report
V. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution Approving a Conditional Use Permit Amendment to Three Rivers Park
District for a Public Safety Facility — The City Council reviewed and recommended
approval of the request at the April 4, 2017 City Council Meeting. Staff recommends
approval.
See attached resolution.
B. Resolution Approving a Conditional Use Permit Amendment to Three Rivers Park
District for an Equine Therapeutic Riding Program Operated by "We Can Ride" Located
at the Public Safety Facility — The City Council reviewed and recommended approval of
the request at the April 4, 2017 City Council Meeting. Staff recommends approval.
See attached resolution.
C. Resolution Requesting a Speed Study by Hennepin County and MnDOT on County Road
19 and County Road 101 — The proposed resolution requests a speed study to establish
the appropriate speed limits on County Road 19 and CR 101. The resolution also
requests Hennepin County look into crosswalk locations on CR 19 and CR 101. An open
house was held for residents on January 25, 2017 at City Hall with MnDOT and
Hennepin County Staff. It was explained to residents by MnDOT and Hennepin County
at the meeting and in subsequent correspondence that the speed study may result in an
increase or decrease to speed limits based on the outcome of the study. Residents have
requested the City move forward with the study. Hennepin County will hold off on a
speed study for CR 116 until the intersection project has been completed. Staff
recommends approval.
See attached resolution.
D. Resolution Approving Proposed Transfer and Closing of Independence Beach Outlet
Project — Funds remain from the Lake Independence Outlet Project. Staff is
recommending the return of the funds to Medina's General Fund. Staff recommends
approval.
See attached resolution.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Peter and Mindy Rechelbacher — 1822 Homestead Trail — Zoning Ordinance Text
Amendment — Applicants have requested a zoning ordinance text amendment and a
conditional use permit related to solar panels. The applicants desire to install a 28 kW
solar array on their property at 1822 Homestead Trail. An array of this capacity would
occupy a footprint of just under 1,500 square feet. Current City regulations limit Solar
Equipment to occupy a footprint of 1,000 square feet. The applicants request that the
City consider amending its zoning code in order to allow larger solar arrays.
See attached report.
Potential Motions
If the Council concurs with the Planning Commission's recommended ordinance
amendment, the following actions would be in order:
1. Move to adopt the ordinance regarding Solar Equipment Amending Chapter 8 of the
City Code
2. Move to adopt the resolution authorizing publication of the ordinance by title and
summary.
B. Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) — Annual Public Hearing — Public
Works Director Steve Scherer will be providing a presentation of 2016 accomplishments
and future best management practices (BMP's) for the City's SWPPP. The City is
required to conduct an annual public hearing on the SWPPP. No action is needed on this
item.
No attachments for this item.
VIII. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
A. Police Speed and Weight Limit Enforcement — Public Safety Director Ed Belland will
provide a verbal update at the meeting.
No attachments for this item.
X. APPROVAL TO PAY BILLS
Recommended Motion: Motion to approve the bills, EFT 004100E-004115E & 94115 for
$45,952.36, order check numbers 045727-045793 for $361,191.90, and payroll EFT 507824-
507854 for $47,812.26.
INFORMATION PACKET
• Planning Department Update
• Police Department Update
• Public Works Department Update
• Claims List
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DRAFT
2
3 MEDINA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 4, 2017
4
5 The City Council of Medina, Minnesota met in regular session on April 4, 2017 at 7:00
6 p.m. in the City Hall Chambers. Mayor Mitchell presided.
7
8 I. ROLL CALL
9
10 Members present: Anderson, Cousineau, Pederson, Martin, and Mitchell.
11
12 Members absent: None.
13
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 Chief
16 of Police Ed Belland.
17
18 II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (7:00 p.m.)
19
20 III. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA (7:00 p.m.)
21 The agenda was approved as presented.
22
23 IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (7:00 p.m.)
24
25 A. Approval of the March 21, 2017 8:00 A.M. Special City Council Meeting
26 Minutes
27 Moved by Martin, seconded by Anderson, to approve the March 21, 2017 8:00 a.m.
28 special City Council meeting minutes as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
29
30 B. Approval of the March 21, 2017 9:15 A.M. Special City Council Meeting
31 Minutes
32 Anderson stated that he was pleasantly surprised to see the quality of the businesses
33 and the large number of employees employed.
34
35 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Martin, to approve the March 21, 2017 9:15 a.m.
36 special City Council meeting minutes as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
37
38 C. Approval of the March 21, 2017 6:00 P.M. Special City Council Meeting
39 Minutes
40 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Martin, to approve the March 21, 2017 6:00 p.m.
41 special City Council meeting minutes as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
42
43 D. Approval of the March 21, 2017 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
44 It was noted on page three, line 29, it should state, "...to the high density zoning district
45 and that this would require reexamination on the entire plan." On page four, line 37, it
46 should state, "...Comprehensive Plan application before us."
47
48 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Cousineau, to approve the March 21, 2017 regular
49 City Council meeting minutes as amended. Motion passed unanimously.
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1 V. CONSENT AGENDA (7:03 p.m.)
2
3 A. Resolution No. 2017-18 Accepting Donation from Long Lake Glass
4 B. Resolution No. 2017-19 Resolution of Support for the Hennepin County
5 Sheriffs Office #NOverdose Drug Abuse Awareness and Prevention Public
6 Awareness Campaign
7 C. Approve Job Description and Authorize Recruitment and Hiring for a GIS &
8 Planning Intern
9 D. Resolution No. 2017-20 Adopting a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for
10 Woodridge Church at 1542 County Road 24
11 E. Resolution No. 2017-21 Granting Extension of Time to File the Loram First
12 Addition Plat; Amending Resolution No. 2016-102
13 Moved by Pederson, seconded by Cousineau, to approve the consent agenda. Motion
14 passed unanimously.
15
16 VI. COMMENTS (7:05 p.m.)
17
18 A. Comments from Citizens on Items not on the Agenda
19 There were none.
20
21 B. Park Commission
22 Scherer reported that the Park Commission did not meet the previous week but will hold
23 the annual park tour on April 19tn
24
25 C. Planning Commission
26 Finke reported that the Planning Commission will meet the following week to consider
27 three public hearings. He stated that the Commission will consider a Concept Plan for a
28 senior housing development, a requested amendment to the City zoning code regarding
29 solar equipment and a CUP to install solar panels, and a variance for a small animal
30 setback.
31
32 VII. NEW BUSINESS
33
34 A. Three Rivers Park District Public Safety Facility — Conditional Use Permit
35 Amendment to Allow "We Can Ride" Program (7:07 p.m.)
36 Finke presented a request for an amendment to the CUP at the Three Rivers Park
37 District Public Safety facility to allow a therapeutic riding program. He stated Three
38 Rivers Park District Public Safety no longer operates the mounted patrol and therefore
39 this is an opportunity for a partnership to allow this activity on the site. He stated that the
40 applicant proposed to construct a structure for riding in addition to the stable already in
41 place. He stated that the applicant proposed to house a maximum of 20 horses on site,
42 while the existing CUP allows 16 horses on site. He stated that We Can Ride provides
43 therapeutic riding programs for individuals with disabilities. He identified the subject site
44 and displayed an aerial photograph. He identified the grazable acres and the total acres
45 for the public safety site, but noted that the property is within the bigger Three Rivers
46 Park District property. He noted that a number of improvements would be included in
47 the project as the mounted patrol activities had ceased on the property. He stated that
48 the property is located within the public/semi-public zoning district and noted that this is
49 a relatively unique use and while it is not listed in any zoning district, there are similar
50 uses that fall under the zoning district. He stated that staff believes that this activity
51 would be similar to other activities allowed under the zoning district with the use of a
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I CUP. He identified additional paddocks space that was added. He stated that the
2 existing CUP for mounted patrol had a limit of 16 horses on site, which this request is
3 asking for up to 20 horses. He noted that the current operation in Minnetonka is lower
4 than 20. He explained how horse limits are calculated in other zoning districts. He
5 stated that the primary interest of limiting horses is overgrazing and manure
6 management. He stated that staff recommends conditions to address both of those
7 concerns. He stated that the applicant proposes to build 13 horse stalls in the stable
8 and house up to seven additional horses in other buildings on the property. He noted
9 that the flexibility in the number of horses would allow the applicant to address sick or
10 healing animals. He stated that the public/semi-public zoning district does not have
11 specifications on building materials. He stated that the Planning Commission held a
12 public hearing and recommended approval with a 3-1 vote, increasing the number of
13 horses from 16 to 20.
14
15 Bo Carlson, Superintendent Three Rivers Park District, reviewed the mission of the Park
16 District, noting that the horse trail system within the Park District is second to none. He
17 stated that there are 2,700 acres of land within Baker Park Reserve. He stated that the
18 relationship with We Can Ride was established two years ago through Hennepin County,
19 which has had a relationship with the program for 30 years. He stated that the Park
20 District got out of the mounted patrol program a few years ago and therefore has the
21 space available. He stated that this provided an opportunity to determine if the mission
22 of the Park District and program aligned. He stated that the Park District would simply
23 be the "landlord" and the program would lease the property and would provide another
24 service to park guests. He stated that the program would have much better exposure for
25 their clients in a park setting compared to the detention setting where they currently
26 reside. He noted that this type of partnership has been successful all over the county
27 and would add an amenity to this facility as well.
28
29 Martin stated that one mission of the Park District is preservation of ecological resources
30 and one concern is that the pasture could cause erosion and that manure could seep
31 into the wetlands. She asked for the input of the Park District Board.
32
33 Mr. Carlson stated that as a natural resource agency water quality and land preservation
34 is important. He stated that these are not horses that are utilizing the pasture land for
35 nutrition and it is more for exercise purposes. He stated that the Park District would
36 monitor the issues closely. He stated that the manure management program at the
37 current site has been successful over the last 35 years and a similar program would be
38 in place in this setting.
39
40 Martin asked if the Three Rivers Park District lease with We Can Ride would also have
41 conditions regarding manure maintenance and grazing conditions.
42
43 Mr. Carlson agreed that there would be additional conditions in the lease, above the
44 language in the City CUP. He noted that there may even be additional opportunity to
45 reuse the manure in the Park District nursery.
46
47 Mary Mitten, Director of We Can Ride, stated that the organization has been in existence
48 for 35 years and is the oldest therapeutic horse riding organization in Minnesota. She
49 stated that the organization is a premier accredited center through PATH. She stated
50 that they serve over 100 clients per week between their two locations. She noted that
51 more than 250 volunteers and ten staff members are also involved with the organization.
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1 She estimated 3,500 to 5,000 clients have been served through this program who have
2 disabilities. She reviewed some of the positive feedback that clients have provided and
3 the milestones that they have reached through participation in the program. She stated
4 that this would be a great opportunity to provide services to those with special needs and
5 for Medina residents to volunteer and be involved.
6
7 Mitchell stated that he visited the facility and is less concerned with the number of
8 horses than the facilities. He stated that when he visited the site he commented that the
9 first set of plans did not seem to include turn out paddocks. He stated that he is less
10 concerned with the pasture than he is with paddocks. He stated that the new plans still
11 do not include turnout paddocks. He asked if the clear span facility would be insulated.
12
13 Ms. Mitten replied that the clear span facility would not be insulated but the current
14 facility has an indoor riding arena that would be used for the smaller winter classes.
15
16 Mitchell asked and received confirmation that the current barn facility is insulated. He
17 referenced the manure disposal program and asked for more information.
18
19 Ms. Mitten replied that the Planning Commission okayed the use of a dumpster, which
20 the organization currently utilizes at the other locations. She stated that she verified that
21 the company that would pick up the manure would be able to access the dumpster in the
22 proposed location.
23
24 Mitchell asked if the paddocks included in the plans would be where horses will live or
25 whether that would be used as turnout paddocks.
26
27 Ms. Mitten stated that they could be used for both. She noted that some of the horses
28 have very low metabolism and do not eat the grass and some cannot be exercised on
29 the grass. She noted that the indoor arena could be used for turnout as well. She
30 confirmed that a similar system is used at the existing facility. She stated that they use a
31 lot of older horses that do not require the same type of activity. She stated that
32 Hennepin County used to house 30 horses at the facility they are currently utilizing and
33 noted that they currently have 17 horses. She reviewed the current setup at Hennepin
34 County, noting that a letter was also included from the Assistant Hennepin County
35 Manager that states that there has never been a problem with manure management or
36 over grazing.
37
38 Mitchell stated that these types of horses live in their stall for the majority of their day
39 and are exercised through riding and are satisfied with that activity.
40
41 Ms. Mitten stated that the horses work in lessons about five times per week and will
42 utilize the trails for lessons. She noted that volunteers also help to exercise the horses.
43 She stated that they have had a lot of experience in their 35 years including their manure
44 management, fly management, and systems in place that help with the challenges that
45 come with keeping horses on smaller acreage.
46
47 Pederson commented that this is a really good program and asked if the horses are
48 donated.
49
50 Ms. Mitten stated that the majority of the horses are donated while others are leased for
51 free as the owners do not want to give up ownership.
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2 Pederson asked how it would be determined that the donated horses are disease free.
3
4 Ms. Mitten stated that an evaluation is done over the phone, an evaluation is done at the
5 owners property and noted that many times the horses are deemed inappropriate for the
6 program. She noted that if believed to be acceptable the horse is then brought on site
7 and put into a trial program and reviewed further by the veterinarian. She confirmed that
8 horseback riding helmets are required.
9
10 Pederson asked if the Three Rivers Park District would require the program to carry
11 insurance.
12
13 Ms. Mitten replied that the program does have a $1,000,000 liability limit insurance at the
14 Hennepin County site and will carry that insurance on this site.
15
16 Pederson stated that erosion control is a big concern and noted that it seems the issue
17 will be well watched.
18
19 Ms. Mitten noted that currently they are near wetlands and have programs in place to
20 prevent erosion issues.
21
22 Cousineau asked for information on watering for the horses.
23
24 Ms. Mitten noted that there is a hydrant indoor and outdoor that will be used for watering.
25 She stated that each stall will have its own water and the outdoor areas will have heated
26 water buckets.
27
28 Cousineau echoed the comments about erosion control.
29
30 Ms. Mitten stated that they have had discussions with Three Rivers Park District about
31 being good land stewards.
32
33 Cousineau asked the height of the building as she believed the height limit to be 30 feet
34 in this zoning district.
35
36 Finke stated that the clear span building would meet the maximum height standards.
37
38 Ms. Mitten noted that the company proposed to build the clear span building also built a
39 similar structure at the State Fair grounds for their horse shows and is well constructed.
40
41 Pederson referenced the number of horses allowed. He stated that it seems that 16
42 horses would be closer to what staff would prefer.
43
44 Johnson noted that three Planning Commissioners supported 20 horses while one
45 Commissioner supported 16 horses.
46
47 Mitchell asked and received clarification on the type of action requested from the Council
48 tonight; it was clarified that staff direction to prepare documents is what is requested.
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1 Finke stated that staff will work with the applicant on the alignment of the paddocks. He
2 noted that staff would like to see larger paddocks even if that eats up some of the
3 pasture land, as a majority of the horses will not be grazing at pasture.
4
5 Mitchell asked for input on the number of horses.
6
7 Anderson stated that he would agree with the number of 16 horses because it is a small
8 area.
9
10 Cousineau agreed that 16 would be a compromise, noting that it would be hard to justify
11 jumping to 20.
12
13 Mitchell asked and received confirmation that the Planning Commission supported 20
14 horses.
15
16 Martin stated that she would support 20 horses because the Planning Commission
17 supported that number and because of the vast amount of trails available on the site.
18 She stated that if there is testimony that 20 works, she did not feel that she would need
19 to micromanage the number of horses.
20
21 Pederson stated that he understands why the program wants 20 horses. He stated that
22 perhaps more land could be used for the facility as a compromise to allow 20 horses.
23 He stated that he does understand that the horses burnout and that is why they want
24 that number of horses. He stated that his sister ran a similar program before so he does
25 have some experience. He stated that if more pasture land could be given to the
26 paddocks he would be comfortable with 20 horses.
27
28 Mitchell stated that the pasture land is less important than paddocks as well. He stated
29 that the number of horses is not the issue for him but the proper care of the facility and
30 paddocks.
31
32 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Pederson, to direct staff to prepare documents
33 approving the CUP Amendment subject to the conditions recommended by the Planning
34 Commission and modifying condition two to enhance the size of the paddocks, modifying
35 condition six to install the improvements as shown on the preliminary site plans and
36 based upon the conditions, and modifying condition seven to allow a dumpster as long
37 as truck access is provided. Motion passed unanimously.
38
39 Mitchell briefly recessed the meeting at 7:59 p.m.
40
41 Mitchell reconvened the meeting at 8:04 p.m.
42
43 VIII. OLD BUSINESS
44
45 A. LJP Development LLC — 1432 Baker Park Road (CR 29) — Comprehensive
46 Plan Amendment and Rezoning (8:04 p.m.)
47 Johnson noted that the Council considered this twice previously but the decision was
48 made to postpone the decision at the last meeting because two Councilmembers were
49 not present for the policy discussion.
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1 Finke provided some background information on the discussions thus far. He stated that
2 the City is required to identify a certain amount of acreage for high density development
3 in the draft Comprehensive Plan. He stated that the City is required to identify 244 units
4 worth of high density land, noting that 13.5 acres has been designated for high density,
5 which accounts to about 260 units. He stated that if two acres were to be lost from the
6 high density zoning district, the City would then need to accommodate for the lost units.
7 He stated that he believes that some adjustments could be made to density ranges in
8 order to still meet the requirement but noted that adjustments would need to be made in
9 order to still meet the requirements if this property was to not be included.
10
11 Larry Palm stated that there is not much he can do about the timing of his application.
12 He stated there has been much discussion over whether the Metropolitan Council
13 considers senior housing/memory care units to be considered as high density housing.
14 He stated that they have reached out to the Metropolitan Council and has been told that
15 the Met Council considers memory care under their density calculations.
16
17 Martin stated that it was so helpful to find this definition of housing units and thanked the
18 applicant for their research. She thanked the applicant for his statement that he would
19 be willing to ensure that the units would meet the requirement. She stated that she and
20 Anderson were very involved in the draft Comprehensive Plan process and therefore
21 she would hate to further disturb the draft Plan because of the time and effort that were
22 put into that process. She stated that she is hesitant to possibly throw the proposed
23 Plan into a situation where the draft Plan would not be compliant.
24
25 Palm stated that three people from the Metropolitan Council are in favor of the request
26 and see the need for the project.
27
28 Martin stated that the City Council does as well, it is simply an issue of timing.
29
30 Palm stated that the Metropolitan Council was very helpful and easy to work with in his
31 experience.
32
33 Martin stated that if the acreage is removed from the Plan the Council would then risk
34 the possibility that they would have to find additional land to identify for high density
35 within the sewered area.
36
37 Cousineau stated that it seems new that the kitchen elements will be included.
38
39 Palm stated that they would now intend to meet the requirements of the Met Council,
40 with connections being provided but noted that the actual installation of appliances
41 would depend on the client.
42
43 Robert Braun, 1472 Baker Park, stated that he does not have opposition to the memory
44 care facility as they would be great neighbors. He stated that he would like screening
45 and a berm of some sort. He stated that this would be a two -phased project and asked
46 when the second phase would begin, whether the trees would all be removed during the
47 first phase, and whether landscaping would occur with phase one.
48
49 Batty stated that the narrow issue before the Council deals with a Comprehensive Plan
50 amendment and rezoning. He asked Finke if a unit has to have a kitchen to count as a
51 dwelling unit or whether it just has to have space for a kitchen.
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2 Finke stated that the upfront reporting would count space for a kitchen. He was unsure if
3 there would be impacts to the forecasting if a kitchen is not ultimately installed. He
4 noted that if the connections are available the units would count as dwelling units on day
5 one.
6
7 Palm provided additional details on what would be needed to count as a kitchen under
8 dwelling units.
9
10 Pederson stated that he likes that the neighbor supports the project. He stated that he
11 recognizes the timing issue and was not sure how the Comprehensive Plan will ever
12 move forward if this is approved as there are other requests that have already come
13 forward and more that will then follow. He stated that he is in favor of the project, but is
14 not sure how they could deny the next request if this is approved.
15
16 Martin stated that she echoes those concerns. The City Council would be making a
17 Comprehensive Plan amendment and the draft Plan would then be impacted. She
18 stated that it makes it harder to deny because of the great use. She believed that the
19 Council should deny the Comprehensive Plan amendment as this would risk not serving
20 the residents of the community under the draft Plan.
21
22 Finke stated that there is a Concept Plan on a fairly similar situated request and staff has
23 discussed the timing with that applicant as well. He stated that there were discussions
24 on how far down the timeline the application can go. He identified the hard lines on what
25 actions could be taken. He stated that if the Council is interested in taking some level of
26 risk, the line could be greyed but noted that there would be some risk on the review of
27 the draft Plan. He stated that the City is responsible for what is in the Plan and the Met
28 Council is in charge of reviewing the consistency.
29
30 Mitchell asked for the timing of the draft Plan and when that would come into effect.
31
32 Finke stated that staff anticipates reviewing comments from reviewing jurisdictions by
33 September and will formally submit the Plan after that point. He estimated that the draft
34 Plan would be in place during winter 2018.
35
36 Palm stated that they are looking for approval to spend the hundreds of thousands of
37 dollars necessary to move forward in the process.
38
39 1. Resolution No. 2017-22 Denying a Comprehensive Plan
40 Amendment and Rezoning for LJP Development LLC at 1432
41 Baker Park Road
42 Moved by Martin, seconded by Cousineau, to adopt Resolution No. 2017-22 Denying a
43 Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning for LJP Development LLC at 1432
44 Baker Park Road.
45
46 Further discussion: Anderson noted that he met with the applicant and his wife and
47 appreciated the comments that they have carried the property for ten years. He hoped
48 that the applicant was not deterred by this action as the Council does support the
49 project, it simply does not fit into the timeline with the Met Council approval of the draft
50 Plan.
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1 Mr. Palm stated that he is simply asking for the approval to move forward with the design
2 documents necessary and noted that the Council could then hold off his development.
3
4 Pederson stated that he was not involved with the Steering Committee but does support
5 the input of those involved.
6
7 Mitchell also agreed that although he supports the project, he does not want to risk the
8 draft Comprehensive Plan not moving forward as there has been a lot of time and effort
9 put into creating that document.
10
11 Motion passed unanimously.
12
13 B. Medina Mini -Storage — Setback Violation/Covenant (8:35 p.m.)
14 Pederson recused himself from the discussion.
15
16 Johnson noted that building three of the project was constructed by the contractor in
17 violation of the required setback of 75 feet. Building three was constructed at a setback
18 of 69 feet. He noted that the owner, Pederson, has worked with staff to provide
19 additional landscaping to screen building three from the nearby residential development
20 and staff supports the additional landscaping.
21
22 Martin stated that the City has faced similar issues like this before where a contractor
23 has placed a wrong footing. She noted that the amount of error is less than 10 percent
24 and the additional landscaping will provide the desired outcome.
25
26 Johnson noted that if building three is damaged in a storm or fire, it would need to be
27 rebuilt to match the required setback of 75 feet.
28
29 1. Declaration Regarding Screening Landscaping
30 Moved by Martin, seconded by Cousineau, to adopt the covenant regarding screening
31 landscaping for Medina Mini -Storage. Motion passed unanimously.
32
33 Pederson rejoined the Council.
34
35 C. 2020-2040 Comprehensive Plan Update — Housing Allocation Update
36 (8:38 p.m.)
37 Johnson noted that the housing allocations from the Metropolitan Council have slightly
38 changed and therefore staff would like to update those allocations under the draft
39 Comprehensive Plan.
40
41 Mitchell asked if affordable housing units are included in the total number of housing
42 units or whether they are separate.
43
44 Finke explained that the City's plan is required to recognize their allocated share of the
45 forecasted housing in the metropolitan area within certain price points. He stated that
46 the City must then guide for land uses in the City that would allow for those
47 opportunities. He noted that the City must plan for densities that would allow affordable
48 housing but would not necessarily have to have those levels of housing developed.
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I Moved by Martin, seconded by Pederson, to direct staff to update Chapter 4 of the
2 DRAFT Comprehensive Plan update as shown on the attached document. Motion
3 passed unanimously.
4
5 IX. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT (8:41 p.m.)
6 Johnson reminded the Council that the Board of Appeal and Equalization will occur the
7 following night at City Hall.
8
9 X. MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL REPORTS (8:41 p.m.)
10 Mitchell stated that he received an email from Bob Franklin that Ray Anderson, a former
11 Medina Councilmember from the 1960s, passed away recently.
12
13 Xl. APPROVAL TO PAY THE BILLS (8:42 p.m.)
14 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Martin, to approve the bills, EFT 004082E-004099E
15 for $61,548.11, order check numbers 045681-045726 for $146,246.89, and payroll EFT
16 507798-507823 for $47,034.77. Motion passed unanimously.
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18 XII. ADJOURN
19 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Cousineau, to adjourn the meeting at 8:43 p.m.
20 Motion passed unanimously.
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25 Attest:
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Medina City Council Meeting Minutes 10
April 4, 2017
MEDINA CITY COUNCIL BOARD OF APPEAL AND EQUALIZATION MINUTES OF
APRIL 5, 2017
The City Council of Medina, Minnesota met in session for the Local Board of Appeals
and Equalization meeting on April 5, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. at the Medina City Hall. Mayor
Mitchell presided.
Members present: Anderson, Cousineau, Martin, Mitchell (6:35 p.m.), and Pederson
Members absent:
Also present: City Administrator Scott Johnson; City Assessor Rolf Erickson,
Southwest Assessing; Paul Kingsbury, Southwest Assessing; Representatives of the
Hennepin County Assessor's Office Kari Theisen
Acting Mayor Pederson called the meeting to order. Mayor Mitchell joined the meeting at
6:35 p.m. and explained the City Council can only address the market values of property
at this meeting.
Rolf Erickson provided an overview of the purpose of the Board of Appeals and the
meeting process. He explained that this evening's session is based on past year
assessments and transactions between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016. He
stated that tonight's session is to discuss market values.
Tom Ryan (on behalf of Ellen L. Ryan Revoc Trust), 320 Ridge Circle
Tom Ryan submitted information on the property. Council reviewed the information
submitted by Ryan. Rolf Erickson explained the Assessor's rationale for the value at
$1,150,000 due to the home being dated. The City Council reviewed the information
and recommended a value of $1,150,000.
Michael Abbott, 1516 Hunter Drive
Michael Abbott requested a reduction of the value of the property based on the property
being dated. Rolf Erickson stated the property is very similar to the first submission and
recommended a value of $1,150,000. The City Council reviewed the information and
recommended a value of $1,150,000.
James Kinsella, 3705 Chippewa Road
James Kinsella explained that he purchased the property for $464,000 on February 10,
2017. Rolf Erickson confirmed the final cost was $452,000 without the seller costs
included with the final purchase price. The City Council reviewed the information and
recommended a value of $452,000.
Leonard Leuer, 3705 Chippewa Road
Leonard Leuer provided information on the property and requested a value of $850,000.
Council reviewed the information submitted by Leuer. Rolf Erickson agreed with the
$850,000 value. The City Council reviewed the information and recommended a value
of $850,000.
Darrell Johnson, 2712 Morningside Road
Darrell Johnson submitted information on his property. Council reviewed the information
submitted by Johnson. The property owner requested a value of $197,000. Erickson
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April 5, 2017
explained to the City Council that the home interior had not been inspected. Mr.
Johnson stated he was not interested in having someone inspect the interior of his home
to protect his privacy rights. Kari Theisen, Hennepin County, explained that the City
Council could not take action without an interior inspection of the home. No action was
taken by the City Council.
Margaret Stankovsky, 1542 Tamarack Drive
Margaret Stankovsky explained that she was interested to learn about the process
because the value of her property decreased. Rolf Erickson explained the property was
reduced in value due to age and condition. Paul Kingsbury, Southwest Assessing, also
explained the land value difference between this property and other neighboring
properties that are higher in value. No action was taken by the City Council.
William Loe, 2105 Pinto Drive
William Loe provided information on his property and requested a value of $650,000.
Rolf Erickson provided information on the proposed value of $725,000. No action was
taken by the City Council.
Robert Hart, 2012 County Road 19
Robert Hart provided information to the City Council on his property and asked for the
reason why his property value increased $32,000. Rolf Erickson provided information on
recent sales in the area and explained why the value was correct for the area. No action
was taken by the City Council.
Emily Korbmacher, 3910 Linden Place
Emily Korbmacher provided information on her property and explained why she thought
a value of $650,000 was appropriate. Rolf Erickson explained that an interior inspection
had not been completed on the property. Kari Theisen, Hennepin County, explained that
the City Council could not take action without an interior inspection of the home. No
action was taken by the City Council.
Jackson Almeida, 1077 Jubert Trail
Jackson Almeida explained to the City Council that he has owned property throughout
the United States and was interested to learn more about the assessment process in
Minnesota. He requested a value of $477,000 for his property. Rolf Erickson explained
there was no lag in value in the process anymore and was comfortable value of
$508,000. No action was taken by the City Council.
Jon Arneson, 830 Tower Drive
Jon Arneson owns the industrial property and provided information on why he thought
the property was overvalued and suggested a value of $635,000 (currently valued at
$902,000). Council reviewed the information and recommended a value of $850,000.
John Allgaier, 2570 Keller Road
John Allgaier provided information to the City Council. Rolf Erickson informed Council
that he would recommend no change to the value. No action was taken by the City
Council.
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April 5, 2017
Properties Reviewed by Assessor's Office After 10 Day Notice Period.
Recommended Changes by the City Assessor
Rolf Erickson reviewed the proposed changes and answered questions from the City
Council. The City Council reviewed the information and agreed with the proposed
changes based on the information provided.
PID#
Address
Original Value
Recommended
Reason
11-118-23-14-0019
805 Tower
Drive
$672,000
$672,000
No Change
26-118-23-12-0005
1500 Tamarack
Drive
$3,914,000
$3,152,000
Reduced for
Condition
22-118-23-22-0004
2245 Hollybush
Road
$1,379,000
$1,150,000
Reduced for
Condition
12-118-23-33-0005
3260 Carriage
Drive
$811,000
$703,000
Reduced for
Condition
11-118-23-11-0013
3939 County
Road 116
$2,902,000
$2,636,000
Reduced for
Condition
12-118-23-12-0058
355 Lythrum
Lane
$1,049,000
$988,000
Reduced for
Condition
23-118-23-11-0002
2318 Tamarack
Drive
$1,004,000
$855,000
Reduced for
Condition
Martin moved to accept all of the changes discussed at the Board of Appeal and
Equalization Meeting, Anderson seconded and the motion passed unanimously. Motion
passed unanimously.
Adjournment
Anderson moved, Martin seconded, to adjourn at 9:44 p.m. Motion passed
unanimously.
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
Attest:
Jodi M. Gallup, City Clerk
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April 5, 2017
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April 5, 2017
Agenda Item # 5A
Member
introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
CITY OF MEDINA
RESOLUTION 2017-##
RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT
TO THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT FOR A PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY
WHEREAS, the city of Medina (the "City") is a municipal corporation, organized and
existing under the laws of Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, Three Rivers Park District (the "Applicant"), owns property at 4301
County Road 24 which is legally described in Exhibit A, attached hereto, (the "Property"); and
WHEREAS, on September 21, 1993, the City Council adopted Resolution 93-65,
granting a conditional use permit to the Applicant for construction of a Public Safety Center,
including a stable and ancillary facilities for horse -mounted patrol, on the Property; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant no longer operates the horse -mounted patrol and desires to
allow a non-profit organization to operate a separate use upon the Property which provides
programing to individuals with disabilities or special needs through equine assisted activities;
and
WHEREAS, the Applicant has requested an amended Conditional Use Permit to
continue operation of the Public Safety Center without horses; and
WHEREAS, the equine activities will be addressed within a separate Conditional Use
Permit because the operations are independent of each other; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed and held a public hearing on the
conditional use permit amendment at a duly noticed public meeting on March 20, 2017 and
recommended approval; and
WHEREAS, the City Council reviewed the request at the April 4, 2017 meeting; and
WHEREAS, based on the written and oral record before the Planning Commission and
City Council on the above dates, the City Council has found that the criteria described in Section
825.39 have been met and that the proposed construction and use is consistent with relevant
ordinance standards.
Resolution No. 2017-##
April 18, 2017
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of Medina, Minnesota
hereby approves a conditional use permit, subject to the following terms and conditions:
1) Fire lanes and circulation areas will be required to be signed "no parking" as
recommended by the Fire Marshal;
2) Parking shall only occur in designated parking spaces and in a manner which will not
impact vehicular or emergency circulation;
3) All exterior trash containers shall be screened from view with a material compatible with
the building;
4) The Applicant shall pay to the City a fee in the amount sufficient to pay for all costs
associated with the review of the application to amend the Conditional Use Permit.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amended Conditional Use Permit herein granted
to Three Rivers Park replaces and supersedes the approval granted in Resolution 93-65.
Dated: April 18, 2017.
By:
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
Attest:
By:
Jodi M. Gallup, City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
And the following voted against same: (Absent:)
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Resolution No. 2017-## 2
April 18, 2017
Exhibit A
Legal Description of the Property
To be provided
Resolution No. 2017-## 3
April 18, 2017
Agenda Item # 5B
Member
introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
CITY OF MEDINA
RESOLUTION 2017-##
RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO THREE RIVERS
PARK DISTRICT FOR AN EQUINE THERAPEUTIC RIDING PROGRAM
OPERATED BY "WE CAN RIDE" LOCATED AT THE PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY
WHEREAS, the city of Medina (the "City") is a municipal corporation, organized and
existing under the laws of Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, Three Rivers Park District (the "Applicant"), owns property at 4301
County Road 24 which is legally described in Exhibit A, attached hereto (the "Property"); and
WHEREAS, on September 21, 1993, the City Council adopted Resolution 93-65,
granting a conditional use permit to the Applicant for construction of a Public Safety Center on
the Property; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant no longer operates the horse -mounted patrol within the
Public Safety Center and has now requested a separate conditional use permit amendment to
construct a 7,800 square foot clearspan fabric structure, board 20 horses, and allow "We Can
Ride" to provide programing to individuals with disabilities or special needs through equine
assisted activities on the Property; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed and held a public hearing on the
conditional use permit at a duly noticed public meeting on March 20, 2017 and recommended
approval; and
WHEREAS, the City Council reviewed the request at the April 4, 2017 meeting; and
WHEREAS, based on the written and oral record before the Planning Commission and
City Council on the above dates, the City Council has found that the criteria described in Section
825.39 have been met and that the proposed construction and use is consistent with relevant
ordinance standards.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of Medina, Minnesota
hereby approves a conditional use permit, subject to the following terms and conditions:
1) The number of horses shall not exceed 20;
2) Improvements shall be installed per the plans dated April 11, 2017, except as modified by
this resolution;
Resolution No. 2017-##
April 18, 2017
3) The Applicant shall update plans to address the recommendations of the City Engineer
dated April 13, 2017;
4) The pasture areas shall be managed by the Applicant so as to maintain ground vegetation
to prevent erosion and sediment;
5) There shall be no renting of horses to the public and no commercial use of the premises
or horses allowed;
6) Fire lanes and circulation areas will be required to be signed "no parking" as
recommended by the Fire Marshal;
7) Parking shall only occur in designated parking spaces and in a manner which will not
impact vehicular or emergency circulation;
8) A dumpster may be utilized for the storage of manure, provided it is located with
convenient truck access;
9) Manure shall be removed as per the manure management plan received by the City on
January 13, 2017, and consistent with MPCA standards;
10) Upland wetland buffer signs shall be installed every 250 feet around the perimeter of
each wetland;
11) An upland wetland buffer easement agreement shall be prepared by City staff and signed
by the Three Rivers Park District and recorded prior to the issuance of building permits;
12) A rain garden shall be installed and inspected by the City Engineer once completed;
13) The Applicant will be required to apply for all necessary building permits prior to start of
any work;
14) Erosion control will be required on -site prior to the start of any excavation work; and
15) The Applicant shall pay to the City a fee in the amount sufficient to pay for all costs
associated with the review of the application.
Dated: April 18, 2017.
By:
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
Attest:
By:
Jodi M. Gallup, City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
And the following voted against same: (Absent:)
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Resolution No. 2017-## 2
April 18, 2017
Exhibit A
Legal Description of the Property
To be provided
Resolution No. 2017-## 3
April 18, 2017
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Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
CITY OF MEDINA
RESOLUTION NO.2017-XX
RESOLUTION REQUESTING A SPEED STUDY BY HENNEPIN
COUNTY AND MNDOT ON COUNTY ROAD 19 AND COUNTY
ROAD 101
WHEREAS, the city of Medina has received requests to decrease the speed on County
Road 19 between the Loretto/Medina border and County Road 24; and requests to decrease the
speed on County Road 101 between Hackamore Road/County Road 47 and Minnesota State
Highway 55; and
WHEREAS, the city of Medina is requesting a speed study be done to establish the
appropriate speed limit on County Road 19 between the South Junction with Sycamore Trail
extending north to 800' North of Ardmore Ave. The segment would include a majority of the
housing units that are located directly on County Road 19 who would benefit from a speed limit
reduction; and a speed study be done to establish the appropriate speed limit on County Road 101
between Hackamore Road/County Road 47 and Minnesota State Highway 55; and
WHEREAS, the city of Medina is requesting Hennepin County study the request for
marked and signed pedestrian crosswalks at the intersections of Maple St and Lakeshore Ave in
2017 to identify crossing activity and vehicle interactions at both intersections. Observations and
recommendations from Hennepin County will then be presented to the City of Medina.
WHEREAS, the city of Medina is requesting Hennepin County study the request from the
Medina Ridge Condominium Board of Directors and the Medina Highlands Homeowners
Association on County Road 101 to move the pedestrian crosswalk to Lilac Dr., install solar -
powered pedestrian -activated warning system, and reduce and enforce the speed limit to 35 mph
from Hwy. 55 to Evergreen Rd.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Medina
requests Hennepin County and MNDOT perform a speed study be conducted on a weekday during
morning or afternoon rush hour to establish the proper speed for County Road 19 between the
South Junction with Sycamore Trail extending north to 800' North of Ardmore Ave.; and a speed
study be conducted on a weekday during morning or afternoon rush hour to establish the proper
speed for County Road 101 between Hackamore/County Road 47 and Minnesota State Highway 55.
Dated: April 18, 2017.
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
ATTEST:
Resolution No. 2017-XX
April 18, 2017
Jodi M. Gallup, City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
And the following voted against same:
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Resolution No. 2017-XX
April 18, 2017
Jodi Gallup
From: Jason R Pieper <Jason.Pieper@hennepin.us>
Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 7:05 PM
To: Scott Johnson
Cc: Steve Scherer; Ed BeHand; Carla J Stueve; David Sheen; Jonathan J Krieg; Maury J
Hooper; Nathaniel M Hood; Doran Cote
Subject: RE: Medina Follow-up
Attachments: Attachment 02 - CR 101 Potential Pedestrian Crossing Improvements.pdf; Attachment
03 - CR 101 Speed Study Map.pdf; Attachment 01 - CR 19 Speed Study Map.pdf;
Attachment 04 - CSAH 001 Speed Study Request - West County Line to Dell Rd -
BINDER - 2016.10.03.pdf
Good afternoon Scott,
I have included Hennepin County's recommendations on how to move forward in regards to Traffic and Pedestrian
Safety along County Road's 19, 101, and 116 below. I invite staff from both Hennepin County and the City of Medina to
raise questions or concerns as you see appropriate. Thanks again for hosting the event with the community last month.
Attachment 4 provides an example of a recent Speed Study that Hennepin County submitted to MnDOT to give you an
idea of the information that is provided to them to help tell the story of the corridor.
Doran,
The City of Plymouth is not directly impacted by these requests along County Road 101 based on the alignment of the
Medina/Plymouth City boundary. However, due to the close proximity, I wanted to include you on this email and
confirm this assumption.
County Road 19
I was under the impression that Gina Continenza was going to re-engage the community after our meeting on January
25th and provide those comments to the county and city. However, I have not received anything at the time of this
email.
Pedestrians
In regards to the request for marked and signed pedestrian crosswalks at the intersections of Maple St and Lakeshore
Ave: Hennepin County will perform observations in 2017 to identify crossing activity and vehicle interactions at both
intersections. Observations will be summarized in a short memo that will be discussed internally with the Pedestrian
Safety Committee who will be responsible for developing recommendations that will then be presented to the City of
Medina. Vehicle speeds, presence of bypass lanes, and alignment of the regional trail are current challenges that make it
difficult to cross for pedestrians.
Vehicle Speeds
In regards to the local community's request for reduced vehicle speeds on County Road 19: Hennepin County supports
the City of Medina's interest to pursue a Speed Study from MnDOT with the understanding that in doing so, the result
may be a speed limit increase or decrease; which Hennepin County would implement through the installation of speed
limit signs that align with MnDOT's authorization. Hennepin County recommends the termini for the Speed Study to be
from the South Junction with Sycamore Trl extending north to 800' North of Ardmore Ave. This is a distance of 9000'
which meets MnDOT's minimum requirement of 0.25 miles or 1320'. This segment would include a majority of the
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housing units that are located directly on County Road 19 who would benefit from a speed limit reduction. Attachment 1
illustrates the recommended segment along County Road 19 for the Speed Study.
County Road 101
Hennepin County would like to request formal board resolution from the Medina City Council, Medina Ridge
Condominiums (Dennis Martenson/Fred Webber), and the Medina Highlands (Alan Grundei) to indicate support for the
following traffic and pedestrian safety improvements along County Road 101.
Pedestrians
In regards to the request for improvements at the existing marked crossing at the intersection of County Road 101 and
Clydesdale Trl: Hennepin County supports the following as indicated on Attachment 2:
Removal of the existing marked crossing at County Road 101/Clydesdale Trl
Construction of a new marked crossing at County Road 101/Lilac Dr which:
o Shortens the crossing distance
o Relocates the crossing further from the intersection of Highway 55/County Road 101
o May require changes to the multi -use trail along the west side of County Road 101 since a new
pedestrian ramp will need to be installed that may impact the usability of the trail for
northbound/southbound users
o May have potential sight distance issues for pedestrians standing on the east side looking south
(Hennepin County will perform sight distance evaluations to verify the sight distance is adequate
for vehicles and pedestrians)
o May have potential conflicts with vehicles utilizing the southbound right turn lane. More
discussion is required between county and city staff on how to address the environment
o May require sidewalk construction along the east side of County Road 101
Vehicle Speeds
In regards to the local community's request for reduced vehicle speeds on County Road 101: Hennepin County supports
the City of Medina's interest to pursue a Speed Study from MnDOT with the understanding that in doing so, the result
may be a speed limit increase or decrease; which Hennepin County would implement through the installation of speed
limit signs that align with MnDOT's authorization. Hennepin County recommends the termini for the Speed Study to be
from Highway 55 extending north to Evergreen Rd for a distance of 2200' which meets MnDOT's minimum requirement
of 0.25 miles or 1320'.
County Road 116
With the upcoming improvements at the County Road 116/Highway 55 intersection in 2017, Hennepin County expects
abnormal traffic patterns on County Road 116 during construction activities. Therefore, the county would like to
postpone discussions related to vehicle speeds until construction is completed to allow for traffic to return to normal
conditions.
Regards,
Jason Pieper, P.E.
Transportation Engineer
Office: 612-596-0241
Cell: 651-357-8037
Email: Jason.Pieper@hennepin.us
Hennepin County Public Works
1600 Prairie Drive
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Medina, MN 55340-3410
From: Jason R Pieper
Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2017 4:30 PM
To: 'Scott Johnson' <Scott.Johnson@ci.medina.mn.us>
Cc: Steve Scherer<Steve.Scherer@ci.medina.mn.us>; edbelland@ci.medina.mn.us
Subject: RE: Medina Follow-up
Scott,
I will develop a response and provide you something within a week. Thank -you for your patience.
Jason Pieper, P.E.
Transportation Engineer
Office: 612-596-0241
Cell: 651-357-8037
Email: Jason.PieperaAhennepin.us
Hennepin County Public Works
1600 Prairie Drive
Medina, MN 55340-3410
From: Scott Johnson [mailto:Scott.Johnson@ci.medina.mn.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2017 4:22 PM
To: Jason R Pieper <Jason.Pieper@hennepin.us>
Cc: Steve Scherer<Steve.Scherer@ci.medina.mn.us>; edbelland@ci.medina.mn.us
Subject: Medina Follow-up
Hi Jason,
I wanted to reconnect with you after the Jan. 25th meeting and the recent Hennepin County follow-up meetings. Do you
have any updates?
Thank you,
Scott Johnson
City of Medina
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County Road 19
Speed Study Request
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This map has been created for informational purposes
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Senator?
Representative?
The Board of Directors of Medina Highlands Homeowners Association, representing
approximately 130 Medina residents, at its meeting on (date of meeting), approved
a resolution requesting Hennepin County take action to resolve the dangerous
conditions that exist on CR 101 that result from the volume and speed of traffic on
CR 101 between Hwy 55 and Evergreen Lane, and specifically at the Clydesdale and
Lilac intersections. These conditions represent a real danger to our residents,
whether using the crosswalk or trying to enter CR 101 in vehicles.
A study of the pedestrian count is somewhat meaningless since most residents are
afraid to attempt the crossing in it's current state. With no sidewalk on the east side
between Clydesdale and Lilac most residents attempt to cross at Lilac - if they try at
all. We have a very active walking population but the risk of crossing 101 prevents
many people from even trying.
We request specifically:
1. A pedestrian -activated blinking light to warn motorists of a pedestrian in the
crosswalk - wherever it is. A determination of where is the safest crossing,
Clydesdale or Lilac. If Lilac, then put in a sidewalk between Clydesdale and Lilac.
2. Speed limit lowered to 35 mph on CR 101 between Hwy 55 and Evergreen Rd.
Comments from residents:
One:
Coming from one who walks to Target from Medina Highlands frequently, to access the
current crosswalk, I must walk in the grass all the way (or snow in winter) to get to it -
or circle all the way around the neighborhood to access from Clydesdale, neither of
which 1 ever do. Instead 1 take a risk and cross at Lilac or Evergreen to get to the
sidewalk on the other side.
Secondly, when coming from 55 and turning onto Lilac to enter our neighborhood,
cars following me speed up so quickly, they nearly rear -end me as I'm turning. I've
experienced a more than a few times where cars and trucks literally try to pass me on
the left before I make my right hand turn. It's a single lane at that point.
Two:
I walk to Target, Bank, Dentist and up to Hamel Post Office. The current crosswalk is
absolutely frightening/dangerous to use. 1 use Lilac and find the center island provides
a much easier and safer crossing. Setting the speed limit at 35 to Evergreen would
help. I avoid turning off north bound 101 into Lilac by immediately moving into the
right turn lane from 55 and entering MH via Clydesdale.
Three:
My wife and I like to bike and have found it dangerous trying to walk our bikes across
at both the "crosswalk" at Clydesdale and at Lilac.
Four:
I cross using the Clydesdale crosswalk and feel like I am literally putting my life at risk
every time. Drivers coming around the corner going north are not very alert to the
fact that there is a crosswalk there. I often stand a few feet onto 101 and watch the
drivers buzz by - often realizing that 1 am in a crosswalk too late and probably feeling
guilty - but other than slamming on the brakes have no option except to keep going.
When there is no traffic from south in sight I have gotten to the middle of the
northbound lane only to see a car come around the curve at a high speed and having
to either "assume" they will see me and stop - or run to the middle island.
There is a different issue for crossing southbound lanes. Drivers first have to watch for
traffic entering from Holiday/Target, but then focus on the light. If the light at Hwy 55
is green the strong tendency is to hit the accelerator to ensure making the light.
Meanwhile a pedestrian could be crossing which is lower visibility than the green light
or the entering traffic.
In a call to a previous county commissioner I said "Is it going to take a death to get
someone's attention" and the answer was - 'PROBABLY YES".
Five:
The current crosswalk is poorly placed at a point where drivers are approaching or
leaving Hwy 55 and often distracted. Move the crosswalk t Lilac where 101 is much
narrower (less distance and risk for pedestrian) and put a pedestrian activated
flashing light so the driver has some warning and the pedestrian can feel somewhat
safer stepping off of the curb. And of course slow the traffic down.
Six:
Whenever I turn right at Lilac I feel like I am about to be rear -ended and have had cars
honk at me while making a routine right turn.
The crosswalk is a nightmare. 1 have tried it several times and felt like I was taking
my life in my hands. I will not do it again.
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Begin forwarded message:
From: Fred Webber <phred55427@aol.com>
Subject: Re: Medina Follow-up
Date: March 2, 2017 at 2:08:00 PM CST
To: Scott Medina Johnson <Scott.Johnson@ci.medina.mn.us>
Cc: "dennis (H) martenson" <martensondr@gmail.com>
Hi, Scott -
Following is the resolution approved by the Medina Ridge Condominium Board of Directors:
Resolved, That although the residents by a slight margin prefer the crossing where
it is, as a practical matter the Medina Ridge Condominium Board of Directors
supports a crosswalk at Lilac Dr., the installation of solar -powered pedestrian -
activated warning., and reducing and enforcing the speed limit to 35 mph from
Hwy. 55 to Evergreen Rd.
We continue to support a speed study.
Would you please be kind enough to forward it to the parties who requested it?
Also, I wanted to provide some background information that you might find interesting regarding
our decision.
We distributed a survey about this issue to our residents on Feb. 17, 2017. As of yesterday, 38 of
our 87 units (not all were occupied) replied. Here's an analysis of their responses:
Residents are about evenly split (41 percent No, 38 percent Yes) on whether they would use a
crosswalk at Lilac Dr.
If they would use a crosswalk at Lilac Dr., 37 percent would follow Lilac Dr., through Medina
Highlands to the crossing, 50 percent would walk along the side of 101 if there were a sidewalk
and 13 percent would walk along the side of 101 even without a sidewalk.
If the only way to reach a crossing at Lilac Dr. were through Medina Highlands, 56 percent
wouldn't use it.
Of those who would access through Medina Highlands, 65 percent would do it only during warm
weather.
Let me know if you have any questions about this.
As always, thanks for your help.
fw
Fred Webber
100 Clydesdale Tr. #130
Medina, MN 55340
Agenda Item # 5D
Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
CITY OF MEDINA
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-
RESOLUTION APPROVING PROPOSED TRANSFER AND CLOSING OF
INDEPENDENCE BEACH OUTLET PROJECT
WHEREAS, for 12/31/16, the Independent Beach Outlet project has been completed and there is a
remaining fund balance of $5,482.36 from the original funds transferred from the General fund.
BE IT RESOLVED, by the city council of the City of Medina, County of Hennepin, Minnesota,
that the following actions be:
Transferred:
The remaining funds of $5,482.36 be transferred to the General Fund and Fund 421 relating
to the Independence Beach Outlet Project be closed.
Date: April 18, 2017.
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jodi Gallup, City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
And the following voted against same:
None
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Resolution No. 2017-
April 18, 2017
Agenda Item # 7A
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Mitchell and Members of the City Council
FROM: Dusty Finke, City Planner; through City Administrator Scott Johnson
DATE: April 12, 2017
MEETING: April 18, 2017 City Council
SUBJ: Peter and Mindy Rechelbacher —1822 Homestead Trail —
Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment
Summary of Request
Peter and Mindy Rechelbacher have requested a zoning ordinance text amendment and a
conditional use permit related to solar panels. The applicants desire to install a 28 kW solar
array on their property at 1822 Homestead Trail. An array of this capacity would occupy a
footprint of just under 1500 s.f. Current City regulations limit Solar Equipment to occupy a
footprint of 1000 square feet.
The applicants request that the City consider amending its zoning code in order to allow larger
solar arrays. The applicant has also requested a conditional use permit for installation of the
Solar Equipment, which may be discussed at the May 2 meeting.
Existing Solar Equipment Regulations
Current City regulations generally permit solar panels which are attached to structures in every
zoning district, subject to certain standards.
Regulations also permit ground -mounted solar equipment in the Rural Residential zoning district
and the Agricultural Preservation district through a conditional use permit. These arrays are
limited in size to a footprint of 1000 square feet. Larger ground -mounted arrays (with a footprint
up to 43,560 s.f.) are permitted in the Business and Industrial Park zoning districts.
The ordinance was amended to add ground -mounted solar equipment as a conditional use in
2015. Since that time, one property in the Business district has installed a 20,000 s.f. array
(Wright -Hennepin at Willow Drive, south of Highway 55). No ground -mounted arrays have
been installed on residential property.
Currently in rural residential districts, ground -mounted solar equipment is subject to the
following conditions:
• Solar Equipment shall only be permitted on a parcel which is five acres or greater in area.
• Solar Equipment shall only be allowed as an accessory use on a parcel with an existing
principal structure.
• Solar Equipment shall be set back a minimum of 100 feet from all property lines.
• The footprint occupied by Solar Equipment shall not exceed 1000 square feet. The
equipment or device may not exceed a height of 15 feet.
Peter and Mindy Rechelbacher
Page 1 of 4 April 18, 2017
Solar Ordinance Text Amendment City Council Meeting
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