HomeMy Public PortalAbout08.05.2015 City Council Meeting PacketMEDINA
AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE MEDINA CITY COUNCIL
Wednesday, August 5, 2015
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 July 21, 2015 Special Council Meeting
B. Minutes of the July 21, 2015 Regular Council Meeting
V. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution Authorizing Amendment to Residential Recycling Grant Agreement with Hennepin
County
B. Resolution Amending 2015 Appointments and Designations to Various City Services, Authorities,
Commissions, and Agencies
C. Resolution Accepting Resignation of Police Officer John Vinck
D. Authorize Staff to Recruit Police Officer Replacement Position
E. Approve Job Description and Reclassification of City Clerk/Assistant to City Administrator to Pay
Grade 5-6 as of January 1, 2016
F. Approve 2016 Hamel Fire Budget
G. Resolution Approving Proposed Transfers and Assignment of Fund Reserves
H. Ordinance Amending Section 625 of the Code of Ordinances Regarding Wine Licenses
I. Approve Street Striping Services Agreement with Twin City Striping, Inc.
J. Approve Display Contract Agreement with RES Specialty Pyrotechnics, Inc. for Medina
Celebration Day
K. Approve Change Order No. 1 for Fields of Medina Park Development
L. Ordinance Regarding Site Plan Review Processes; Amending Chapter 8 of the City Code
M. Resolution Authorizing Publication of the Site Plan Review Ordinance by Title and Summary
VI. COMMENTS
A. From Citizens on Items Not on the Agenda
B. Park Commission
C. Planning Commission
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Stonegate CD-PUD General Plan and Preliminary Plat
B. Town Line Road North Improvement Project
1. Resolution Approving Plans According to Feasibility Report and Ordering Town Line
Road North Improvement Project — Public Hearing
2. Resolution Adopting Assessment Roll for Town Line Road Overlay Project —Public
Hearing
C. Ordinance Related to Solar Equipment; Amending Chapter 8 of the City Code
1. Resolution Authorizing Publication of the Ordinance by Title and Summary
VIII. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
IX. MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
X. APPROVAL TO PAY BILLS
XI. ADJOURN
Posted 7/31/2015 Page 1 of 1
MEMORANDUM
TO: Medina City Council
FROM: Scott Johnson, City Administrator
DATE OF REPORT: July 30, 2015
DATE OF MEETING: Wednesday, August 5, 2015
SUBJECT: City Council Meeting Report
V. CONSENT
A. Resolution Authorizing Amendment to Residential Recycling Grant Agreement with
Hennepin County — Each year, Hennepin County receives money (SCORE funds) from
the State of Minnesota that is dedicated to help the residential recycling programs.
Hennepin County passes all the money they receive on to the individual cities within
Hennepin County based on the number of residential curbside recycling households
within each city. This year, the legislature has allocated additional SCORE funds to be
dedicated to organics recycling. Staff recommends approval of the amended residential
recycling grant agreement with Hennepin County to be able to continue collecting
SCORE funds to help off -set the costs of our recycling programs.
See attached letter, resolution and agreement.
B. Resolution Amending 2015 Appointments and Designations to Various City Services,
Authorities, Commissions, and Agencies — City Attorney Ron Batty's memo explains
that two elected or appointed officials must serve on the Hamel Fire Department Fire
Relief Association Board of Trustees. Staff recommends updating the resolution of 2015
appointments to show Kathleen Martin as a second board member instead of an alternate.
Jeff Pederson was previously listed as a board member and would continue to serve on
the board.
See attached memo and resolution.
C. Resolution Accepting Resignation of Police Officer John Vinck — Officer John Vinck has
accepted a position with the City of Minneapolis and has formally submitted his
resignation notice. Staff recommends approval of the resolution accepting his resignation.
All are invited to a farewell reception for Officer Vinck on Thursday, August 6th from
3:30 — 4:30 p.m. at 600 Clydesdale Trail.
See attached memo, resolution, resignation letter and reception invite.
D. Authorize Staff to Recruit Police Officer Replacement Position — Staff recommends
authorization to post and recruit a Police Officer position to replace Officer Vinck. A
tentative timeline is included in the attached "Instructions to the Applicant" document.
See attached memo and job recruitment packet.
E. Approve Job Description and Reclassification of City Clerk/Assistant to City
Administrator to Pay Grade 5-6 as of January 1, 2016 — The City Council reviewed this
change at the July 21st budget work session and recommended moving forward. Staff
recommends approval of the job description and reclassification of City Clerk/Assistant
to City Administrator to Pay Grad 5-6 effective January 1, 2016.
See attached memo.
F. Approve 2016 Hamel Fire Budget — Staff was directed at the July 21, 2015, City Council
Work Session to bring forward the proposed 2016 Hamel Fire Budget for approval. Staff
recommends approval.
See attached budget.
G. Resolution Approving Proposed Transfers and Assignment of Fund Reserves — Staff
recommends approval of the resolution transferring and assigning fund reserves.
See attached memo and resolution.
H. Ordinance Amending Section 625 of the Code of Ordinances Regarding Wine Licenses —
Staff recommends approval of the ordinance amendment to clarify that the municipality
allows holders of wine licenses, who also hold 3.2 percent malt liquor licenses, to sell
intoxicating malt liquor without an additional license. This amendment will allow
restaurants to serve wine and beer without having to get a full on -sale liquor license.
See attached memo and ordinance.
I. Approve Street Striping Services Agreement with Twin City Striping, Inc. — Staff is
recommending extending the 2013-2014 Striping Services Agreement with Twin City
Striping for an additional two years which will cover 2015 and 2016. The contractor has
agreed to extend the agreement for an additional two years at the same compensation
rate. Staff recommends approval of the street striping services agreement with Twin City
Striping, Inc.
See attached agreement.
J. Approve Display Contract Agreement with RES Specialty Pyrotechnics, Inc. for Medina
Celebration Day — Staff recommends approval of the Display Contract Agreement with
RES Specialty Pyrotechnics, Inc. for Medina Celebration Day. The City has been happy
with their services in the past and they have agreed to keep the cost at $4,000.
See attached letter and agreement.
K. Approve Change Order No. 1 for The Park at Fields of Medina — Staff recommends
approval of change order no. 1 for the Park at Fields of Medina. The items include the
addition of a basketball goal that was originally going to be done separately by the City,
but the Contractor had a goal available to reduce shipping time. The remainder of the
items includes adjustments in actual quantities, with one deduction as well as increases in
quantities. The largest increase in quantity was the import of granular material for the
tennis court in order to get it to the proper subgrade elevation
See attached letter and change order.
L. Ordinance Regarding Site Plan Review Processes; Amending Chapter 8 of the City Code
— The City Council reviewed this ordinance at the July 21 st meeting. Staff has made the
recommended changes and recommends approval of the ordinance
See attached ordinance.
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M. Resolution Authorizing Publication of the Site Plan Review Ordinance by Title and
Summary — Staff recommends approval of the resolution authorizing publication of the
ordinance regarding site plan review processes by title and summary.
See attached resolution.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Stonegate Planned Unit Development General Plan and Preliminary Plat — Property
Resources Development Corporation, Inc. (PRDC) has made an application for a
Conservation Design Planned Unit Development (CD-PUD) General Plan &
Preliminary Plat. The applicant is proposing a 42 lot CD-PUD on approximately 170
acres on a property located east of Homestead Trail and west of Deerhill Road and
Morningside Road. A CD-PUD is a type of PUD permitted by the City where an
alternative development plan (including increased density) to traditional zoning is
employed in order to encourage preservation of ecological resources, wildlife corridors,
scenic views, and rural character. The City reviewed the Concept Plan related to this
CD-PUD in February.
Potential Motion / Council Action Requested
Possible Motion #1: If the City Council concurs with the Planning
Commission recommendation, the following motion would be in order, which
may be revised.• Move to direct staff to prepare a resolution of denial of the
request based on the Planning Commission's findings of fact [as may be
modified by the city council.]
Possible Motion #2: If the council finds that the application meets the
relevant objectives of the CD-PUD District and Comprehensive Plan and
should be approved, the following motion would be in order. This motion
would not require the applicant to update the plans prior to the City Council
granting preliminary approval, but the approval would still be subject to all
of the terms and conditions.
Move to direct staff to prepare an ordinance rezoning the property to CD-
PUD based on findings that the proposed development meets the objectives
of the CD-PUD ordinance and a resolution granting preliminary plat
approval, subject to the terms and conditions noted in the staff report [as
those may be modified or amended by the city council.]
Possible Motion #3: If the council finds the application should be approved,
but only if certain changes are shown on a revised plan prior to granting
preliminary approval, the following motion may be in order. As noted above,
staff recommends that conditions/plans be updated and 3, 6, and 7 be
addressed prior to any approvals.
Move to direct staff to prepare an ordinance rezoning the property to CD-
PUD based on findings that the proposed development meets the objectives
of the CD-PUD ordinance and a resolution granting preliminary plat
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approval but only if the applicant submits a revised plat and plans making
the following revisions: [specify required revisions] or, if a revised plat and
plans are not submitted, a resolution of denial based on the Planning
Commission's findings of fact [as may be modified by the city council.]
B. Town Line Road North Improvement Project — The City accepted the Feasibility Report
on July 21, 2015. Proper notice was given for two hearings to be held on August 5,
2015; an improvement hearing and an assessment hearing. The hearings were scheduled
in order to give the public an opportunity to comment on the project.
See attached memo, feasibility report and resolutions.
Recommended Motion # 1: Adopt resolution approving plans according to
feasibility report and ordering Town Line Road North improvement project
Recommended Motion # 2: Adopt resolution adopting assessment roll for
Town Line Road Overlay Project
C. Ordinance Related to Solar Equipment; Amending Chapter 8 of the City Code — Staff
has prepared a draft ordinance allowing ground -mounted solar equipment on residential
property to help guide the discussion to determine Council's interest in adopting such an
ordinance. The ordinance was adapted from the ordinance adopted back in February.
The attached staff report highlights a number of things in the ordinance for discussion.
The Planning Commission reviewed this ordinance at their July 14th meeting and
unanimously recommended approval.
See attached report, ordinance and resolution.
Recommended Motion #1: Adopt ordinance related to solar equipment;
amending chapter 8 of the city code
Recommended Motion #2: Adopt resolution authorizing publication of the
ordinance by title and summary
X. APPROVAL TO PAY BILLS
Recommended Motion: Motion to approve the bills, EFT 003256E-003270E for $43,221.76,
order check numbers 43122-43186 for $561,420.88, and payroll EFT 506557-506582 for
$46,237.16.
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
JULY 21, 2015
The City Council of Medina, Minnesota met in special session on July 21, 2015 at 6:00
p.m. at the Medina City Ha11, 2052 County Road 24, Medina, MN.
I. Call to Order
Members present: Mitchell, Anderson, Cousineau, Martin, Pederson
Members absent:
Also present: City Administrator Scott Johnson, Public Works Director Steve
Scherer, Finance Director Erin Barnhart, Public Safety Director Ed Belland, and City
Planner Dusty Finke
II. 2016 Budget/Capital Improvement Plan
Finance Director Erin Barnhart provided information on the updated proposed 2016
Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. The proposed budget includes a General Fund
Levy increase of 5.2% and a Total Levy increase of 7.0%. The proposed tax rate would
increase from 23.577% to 23.586%. Staff updated the City Council on the following
changes: adding approximately 8 hours per week to the Part-time Finance position under
the 2016 Budget, reclassifying the Assistant to City Administrator position to a City
Clerk/Assistant to City Administrator position, and reviewing the organizational structure
of the Planning Department. The proposed 2016 Budget includes 2.5% cost of living
increase for wages, an 11.5% increase for insurance costs, and will add the road
improvement bonds for the Tower Drive project.
Staff also provided information on the proposed Capital Improvement Plan for 2016. The
equipment fund is currently funded until 2017. Staff is proposing that the City move
forward with the purchase of an equipment bond to help pay for future equipment needs
in 2017.
City Planner Dusty Finke provided an update on the discussions with Mediacom. He
reviewed the updated counter proposal and the City Council directed staff to move
forward with providing the counter proposal to Mediacom.
III. Hamel Fire Budget 2016
Finance Director Erin Barnhart provided an update on the proposed 2016 Hamel Fire
Budget and Capital Expenditures. She discussed concerns with the portion of the
proposed budget based on fundraising and donations, $31,000 in 2016. She further
explained how this was not a good strategy for budgeting because the City would be
responsible for any future budget overruns. Finally, she explained that Hamel Fire
Department has a capital fund, but the fund has no revenue source at this time due to
fundraising and donations going towards the operating budget and that when their capital
fund is depleted all equipment financing would become the responsibility of the City.
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Staff provided responses to the City Council on the following topics; Hamel Fire has met
their contract terms, Hamel FD should look into expanding fundraising and donation
opportunities, and continue to look for grant opportunities.
Staff was directed to put the 2016 Hamel Fire Department Budget on the August 5, 2015,
Consent Agenda for approval.
Adj ournment
Mitchell closed the meeting at 6.•52 p.m.
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
Attest:
Scott Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk
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DRAFT
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3 MEDINA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF JULY 21, 2015
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5 The City Council of Medina, Minnesota met in regular session on July 21, 2015 at 7:00
6 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, Martin, and Mitchell.
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12 Members absent: None.
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14 Also present: City Administrator Scott Johnson, City Attorney Ron Batty, City Engineer
15 Tom Kellogg, City Planner Dusty Finke, Public Works Director Steve Scherer, and Public
16 Safety Director Ed Belland.
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18 II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (7:00 p.m.)
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20 III. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA (7:01 p.m.)
21 The agenda was approved as presented.
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23 IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (7:01 p.m.)
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25 A. Approval of the July 7, 2015 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
26 It was noted on page two, line 31, it should state, "...contract and percentage of interest
27 increase..." On page two, line 30, it should state, "...different reasons for each outage
28 but believed we think that perhaps the outages..." On page five, line 23, it should state,
29 "Mitchell educated the City Council about serial meetings under the Minnesota Open
30 Meeting Law and encouraged Council members to send questions or comments to the
31 City Administrator." On page five, line 11, it should state, "She stated that the morc the
32 any Council is involved involvement in hearsay and issue raising innuendo the more
33 challenging that is to undermines the confidence that of those departments..." On page
34 five, line 24, it should state, "...Johnsons..." On page five, line 27, it should state, "...Er
35 nor..." On page five, line 30, it should state, "...consolidations..." On page six, line 24, it
36 should state, "...six weeks months..."
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38 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Pederson, to approve the July 7, 2015 regular City
39 Council meeting minutes as amended. Motion passed unanimously.
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41 V. CONSENT AGENDA (7:06 p.m.)
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43 A. Award the Bid for the Well No. 9 Project to Mark J. Traut Wells, Inc.
44 B. Approve 2016 Pioneer -Sarah Creek Watershed Management Commission
45 Budget
46 C. Approve Tree Trimming and Brush Grinding Services Agreement with
47 Burnham Tree Experts
48 D. Approve Subwatershed Retrofit Cooperative Agreement for the Ardmore
49 Lake Subwatershed with Hennepin County and Hakanson Anderson
50 E. Call for a Special City Council Meeting on Tuesday, September 1st at 6:00
51 p.m. for the 2016 Budget Open House
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1 F. Ordinance No. 583 Amending the Medina Clydesdale Marketplace Planned
2 Unit Development District for Goddard School
3 G. Resolution No. 2015-57 Authorizing Publication of the Ordinance Amending
4 the Medina Clydesdale Marketplace Planned Unit Development District for
5 Goddard School by Title and Summary
6 H. Resolution No. 2015-58 Approving Site Plan Review for Construction of
7 Goddard School at 345 Clydesdale Trail
8 I. Approve Development Agreement by and Between the City of Medina and P
9 J Norman, LLC
10 Moved by Pederson, seconded by Anderson, to approve the consent agenda. Motion
11 passed unanimously.
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13 VI. COMMENTS (7:08 p.m.)
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15 A. Comments from Citizens on Items not on the Agenda
16 There were none.
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18 B. Park Commission
19 Scherer reported that the Park Commission met the previous week to discuss Stonegate
20 properties and recommended obtaining a trail easement that would run on the north side
21 near Deerhill to ultimately connect the old horse trail to Baker Park Reserve. He
22 provided additional details on the easement to the north and noted that a
23 recommendation was not finalized regarding park dedication and whether a percentage
24 of the open space should credit towards the park dedication. He stated that the
25 Commission also reviewed the CIP specific to the parks.
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27 C. Planning Commission
28 Planning Commissioner White reported that the Planning Commission met the previous
29 week and considered four items. She provided an update on the Stonegate public
30 hearing and reported that the Commission recommended denial of the plan as they did
31 not feel the plan sufficiently met the goals of the conservation design ordinance. She
32 stated that the Commission also held a public hearing to consider an amendment to City
33 Code regarding ground mounted solar equipment and recommended approval of the
34 ordinance amendment, which would allow ground mounted solar equipment on
35 properties of five acres or more in the rural residential zoning district. She stated that
36 the Commission held another public hearing to consider an amendment to City Code
37 that would change the upland wetland buffer setbacks for decks from 15 feet to five feet
38 and advised that the Commission recommended denial of that request. She stated that
39 the Commission held one additional public hearing to consider the site plan review
40 process and reported that the Commission recommended approval of an amendment,
41 which would allow administrative review for certain items and reviewed the proposed list.
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43 VII. PRESENTATIONS
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45 A. Resolution No. 2015-59 Recognizing John Gleason for Five Years of
46 Service to the City of Medina (7:13 p.m.)
47 Mitchell stated that the Council is thrilled to have and retain the amazing staff members
48 that they have and recognized John Gleason. He read aloud the resolution thanking
49 John Gleason for his five years of service to the City through the Public Works
50 Department.
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1 Scherer stated that Gleason does site inspections for the City and does a great job for
2 the City. He thanked him for his service and stated that he is proud to have him as a
3 member of the Public Works Department.
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5 Moved by Martin, seconded by Cousineau, to adopt Resolution No. 2015-59 recognizing
6 John Gleason for five years of service to the City of Medina. Motion passed
7 unanimously.
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9 B. Mike Kramer, Xcel Energy Update on Power Outages (7:17 p.m.)
10 Scott Johnson, Xcel Energy, introduced Mike Kramer who explained the power outages
11 and Xcel's plan to fix that issue.
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13 Mike Kramer, Xcel Energy, distributed maps to the Council and stated that there have
14 been four outages that have affected customers north of Hamel Road beginning June
15 7th. He provided detail on how the system is setup in that area. He provided additional
16 information on the events, noting that the June 7th event was caused by a tree falling as
17 was the event on July 13th. He stated that additional fuses have been added in that area
18 following the July 13th event. He stated that the June 21st and June 28th events occurred
19 on Sundays and were caused by failing lightning arresters. He stated that infrared
20 testing was completed and the failing arresters will be replaced. He noted that there was
21 a decent record of service before the events in June and July occurred, noting that there
22 was only one outage in 2014, which was due to a customer making contact with an
23 overhead line. He stated that the outages in 2015 are not typical and this has been a
24 high priority.
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26 Scott Johnson, Xcel Energy, stated that this is a reliability issue and is not an issue of
27 capacity. He stated that the Hollydale issue in Plymouth is an issue of capacity but
28 noted that this issue is not the same.
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30 Anderson asked if Medina is well covered in terms of capacity.
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32 Kramer stated that he does not have a concern for the feeders that supply the City. He
33 stated that he works with planning engineers that plan for capacity. He encouraged
34 anyone that wants to add load to the Xcel system to contact Xcel so that they can
35 anticipate that addition.
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37 Scott Johnson, Xcel Energy, stated that Medina will be indirectly affected as the City has
38 infrastructure that can help to solve the Hollydale issue.
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40 Scherer questioned the policy on cutting trees, noting that he has called Xcel in the past
41 to report trees that are leaning over the lines and he has been brushed off.
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43 Scott Johnson, Xcel Energy, stated that this area was trimmed in 2014 and advised that
44 there is a five-year trimming cycle. He stated that Scherer can call him directly and he
45 will get the correct person to resolve the situation.
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47 Mitchell referenced the second set of outages, which were due to failing equipment and
48 asked if the equipment was old and planned for replacement or was failing for another
49 reason.
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1 Kramer stated that he does now have data on which equipment needs to be replaced.
2 He stated that once the equipment is removed he will be able to inspect the equipment
3 to determine what the problem was that caused the failure.
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5 Mitchell asked Kramer to email City Administrator Johnson with the results.
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7 Pederson stated that the problem has been constant for about five years, with outages
8 occurring in the summer months.
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10 Kramer stated that he reviewed the outage history in 2014 and there was only one
11 outage caused by customer contact. He stated that in 2013 he noticed three outages
12 that were caused by storm damage.
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14 Pederson stated that he has a business on the corner of Highway 101 and 55 and there
15 are several outages at that intersection.
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17 Kramer stated that he can only use the history recorded.
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19 Cousineau received confirmation that the lightning arrester failure affected more than
20 just the area in Medina. She suggested that the history be reviewed further back
21 through 1999, as the outages have been significant through that time period.
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23 Kramer stated that he always looks back two years to review the most current data.
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25 Fred Webber, 100 Clydesdale Trail, thanked the Council for the opportunity to speak.
26 He stated that he made comments at the July 7th Council meeting regarding Xcel
27 Energy's frequent power outages and believed there to have been three to four events
28 each year for the past ten years. He recognized the demand there is for service on Xcel
29 Energy workers throughout the state. He stated that it appears that the growth and
30 demand in this area appears to have surprised Xcel, which should not have. He stated
31 that there have been a number of power outages over the past ten years, which have
32 affected customers and businesses alike. He stated that he has spoken to Medina
33 Ridge Condominium, Medina Highlands, the Holiday Station Store, Target, Jimmy's
34 Pizza, Medina Entertainment Center, Highway 55 Rental, and various other businesses
35 in Uptown Hamel which have all had issues and losses due to the power failures. He
36 stated that he received a letter on July 9th from Xcel and read excerpts aloud. He stated
37 that while it seems that there are good reasons for each outage, when reviewing this on
38 a ten-year basis that is not reasonable. He stated that the homes and businesses have
39 had to throw out food. He noted that his facility is a senior building and therefore when
40 the power is out and the elevators are not working the fire department has to be called to
41 assist those that need to get to a lower floor and that can cause additional delays in a
42 medical situation.
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44 Kim Murrin, 290 Cherry Hill Trail, stated that she has concerns with the issue of safety
45 as well as the expenses that businesses incur when the power outages occur and food
46 needs to be thrown out. She asked why the outages occur in this area more frequent
47 than other areas of Medina. She stated that there were additional outages that occurred
48 over the weekend, which she noted may have been weather related. She asked and
49 received confirmation that additional fuses have been installed and the arresters have or
50 are being replaced. She received confirmation that the issue is not related to capacity
51 right now. She referenced the comment that the Medina infrastructure may be used to
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1 offset the problems occurring at Hollydale and questioned if that would take away
2 Medina resources.
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4 Fernando Vivanco, 4508 Bluebell Trail S, referenced the comment from Xcel that the
5 City is well covered and the issue is not capacity related. He questioned if that comment
6 is in conflict with the statement made by Xcel one year ago that additional capacity
7 would be needed in the area to support continued development. He stated that the
8 recent power outages are a concern among many residents that the development is
9 outpacing the infrastructure available and asked the Council to consider that when
10 making decisions regarding additional potential development.
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12 Paul Raskob, Vice President of Medina Entertainment Center, thanked the Council and
13 Xcel for this meeting. He stated that after several outages he called Xcel and was finally
14 able to reach a person. He stated that the suggestion made by Xcel staff was to
15 purchase a generator. He stated that with the size of his building he is not able to afford
16 a generator that would be sufficient and thought the comment made by Xcel staff was
17 rude. He stated that the Medina Entertainment Center is a three-phase building, which
18 means that when there is an outage his full building does not always lose power and
19 therefore his equipment is burning up. He noted that during a recent outage there was
20 almost a fire on the roof because of equipment damage. He stated that there are lost
21 sales and spoiled food that occur during outages. He stated that Sunday is family night
22 and he has to turn away business when the power is out because it is not safe. He
23 noted that his staffs wages are mostly tip generated and cannot support their families
24 when the outages cause a loss in business. He hoped that the issue could be resolved
25 because it is impossible to run a business without power.
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27 Todd Leadens, 210 Clydesdale Trail, owner of Jimmy's Pizza, echoed the comments of
28 Raskob in regard to phased power. He further explained how an outage in one phase of
29 power affects the other two phases, which fight each other without the missing link. He
30 noted that if all the phases went out that would be safer. He stated that he is a
31 restaurant owner and a licensed electrician. He stated that the outages are causing
32 losses to the business and are not safe.
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34 Kramer stated that it is the customer's responsibility to protect itself from single phasing.
35 He stated that Xcel cannot protect against single phasing although he recognized that
36 there are additional challenges in a three -phased system. He stated that right now the
37 issues in Medina are not capacity issues but agreed that there are capacity needs for
38 this region in the future. He stated that the planning engineer has been working for the
39 past five years to address that concern. He stated that while that is a concern for the
40 future, he was asked to address the recent power outages, which were not an issue of
41 capacity. He stated that he began in this position with Xcel eight years ago and cannot
42 speak for issues in the past. He recognized the pain and concern of the residents and
43 stated that his responsibility is the equipment and the system, noting that the planning
44 engineers will continue to work on the capacity issues for the future.
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46 Scott Johnson, Xcel Energy, stated that Xcel held their hearing at the Medina Ballroom
47 in the past and will meet again this fall to discuss the capacity issues. He noted that
48 there will be notification mailed before the meetings this fall to discuss the capacity
49 issues. He thanked Mitchell and the Council for their time.
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1 Kramer stated that from personal experience with the planning staff they are very
2 serious about the capacity of the system, although it may not appear that way to
3 residents. He hoped that residents realize that he cares about reliability, noting that he
4 is always trying to solve and determine the cause of outages.
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6 Martin asked if it would help if there was an open line of communication between Xcel
7 and the residents or businesses, as it appears there is a disconnect between the
8 outages reported by residents and the records that Xcel has.
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10 Kramer stated that he would be open to providing his business line, providing that he
11 would not receive constant calls. He stated that he is the only technical person dealing
12 with 120,000 customers.
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14 Anderson questioned if email would be a better method of communication.
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16 Scott Johnson, Xcel Energy, noted that email would be better as it could be done on a
17 24-hour basis. He stated that the residents see the outage but they do not see the
18 things that occur behind the scenes, noting that safety is the number one concern.
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20 Martin stated that perhaps Webber can continue as the spokesperson for the groups he
21 listed.
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23 Webber confirmed that he would ask the businesses and residents he listed to funnel
24 requests through him that he could forward to Kramer.
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26 Mitchell appreciated the comments made by residents and businesses as well as Xcel.
27 He asked Xcel to report to the City after outages so that information can be
28 communicated with residents and businesses. He asked that residents communicate
29 about outages in writing so that an appropriate record can be made.
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31 C. Senator Osmek Legislative Update (7:59 p.m.)
32 Senator Osmek stated that he is the ranking member of the Energy and Environment
33 Committee and noted that he would like Xcel to meet in his office in September to
34 discuss the capacity issue. He provided background information on himself and his
35 career in politics. He provided an update on the recent special session activity and was
36 disappointed that there was no tax relief provided to Minnesota residents. He stated that
37 an additional session will soon be held to discuss bonding issues. He stated that a small
38 cities fund was created in the special session and noted that additional funds have been
39 designated to MSA as well. He stated that he was proud to have sponsored Colton's
40 Bill, which was passed during the last session. He stated in the interim there is a Digital
41 Equipment Repair Act that is being worked on and provided additional information on
42 that. He stated that he would also be working to determine if a quiet zone can be gained
43 in the Highway 55/County Road 116 area.
44
45 Anderson thanked Osmek for his assistance with the Highway 116 and 55 intersection.
46
47 Osmek stated that he is always surprised at the help that a phone call from himself can
48 provide.
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50 Mitchell thanked Osmek for his report and assistance.
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1 Martin asked what Osmek's thoughts are regarding the construction along 494 and 394.
2
3 Osmek stated that he has received phone calls regarding the traffic issues on 494 and
4 394. He noted that while it is inconvenient, once it is done the roads will be great. He
5 recognized the stress that completing all the work at once causes. He was hopeful that
6 the traffic will get better. He encouraged the Council to reach out with any concerns.
7
8 VIII. NEW BUSINESS
9
10 A. Town Line Road North Improvement Project (8:10 p.m.)
11 Johnson stated that Scherer will walk through the Feasibility Report on the proposed
12 project.
13
14 Scherer stated that this project would be an overlay for Town Line Road, noting that it
15 had been projected to occur the following year but had been moved up in order to work
16 together with the City of Independence. He noted that additional costs savings were
17 obtained through combining the projects. He highlighted aspects of the Feasibility
18 Report and asked the Council to accept the Feasibility Report and call for the public
19 hearing on the project and levying special assessments for the same.
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21 Johnson stated that there is also a Joint Powers Agreement and noted that City Attorney
22 Batty has reviewed the agreement and suggested some minor tweaks.
23
24 Anderson questioned the number of property owners.
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26 Scherer explained that there are two property owners and provided further explanation
27 on how the assessment was determined.
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29 Finke stated that Independence is paying half of the cost while Medina will pay half and
30 explained how the assessment was determined.
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32 Mitchell questioned the magnitude of difference in the assessment rates.
33
34 Finke stated that it could be four to five times higher if using another assessment
35 calculation. He explained that Independence has a development on their side while
36 Medina only has two properties.
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38 Batty stated that the 20 percent assessment rate applies when selling debt and the City
39 is not using bonds for this project so that rule does not apply.
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41 Martin stated that she believed that this is fair and equitable.
42
43 Anderson also commended staff for using this method.
44
45 1. Resolution No. 2015-60 Receiving Feasibility Report and Calling for
46 Public Hearings on Town Line Road Improvement Project and
47 Levying Special Assessments for the Same
48 Moved by Martin, seconded by Anderson, to adopt Resolution No. 2015-60 receiving the
49 Feasibility Report and calling for the public hearings on the Town Line Road North
50 improvement project and levying special assessment for the same.
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1 Further discussion: Mitchell noted that this is an unusual circumstance with a small
2 number of properties on the Medina side of the road while there are a number of
3 properties on the Independence side.
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5 Motion passed unanimously.
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7 2. Joint Powers Agreement Between the City of Independence and the
8 City of Medina Regarding Town Line Road Repair Project
9 Moved by Martin, seconded by Anderson, to enter into the Joint Powers Agreement with
10 the City of Independence for the Town Line Road North Improvement Project subject to
11 the modifications suggested by Batty and Scherer. Motion passed unanimously.
12
13 B. Ordinance Regarding Site Plan Review Processes; Amending Chapter 8 of
14 the City Code (8:20 p.m.)
15 Finke stated that Commissioner White summarized this item well in her update. He
16 noted that this arose from the discussion during the business forums in October 2014
17 and explained the current process of approval noting that these reviews have very little,
18 if any discretion. He stated that the Planning Commission recommended making
19 various processes administrative. He noted that there was more discussion regarding
20 parking lot expansions, specifically whether there would be more parking than desired by
21 the City. He stated that there are no parking maximums under City Code today.
22
23 Martin noted that there are hardcover limitations that would limit how much pavement
24 could be placed on a piece of property, which would cover that item.
25
26 Finke agreed that public comment would not have an impact on that item. He reviewed
27 the items recommended to become an administrative review by the Planning
28 Commission. He stated that Martin had suggested some changes to the recommended
29 approval.
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31 Martin referenced an item that states City staff and suggested that instead be tied to the
32 planning department, such as City Planner or City Planning Director.
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34 Finke stated that "Zoning Administrator or their designee" could be used to be in line with
35 the language in the Code.
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37 Martin referenced the proposed change of use and suggested adding the language "that
38 is not a conditional use".
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40 Pederson stated that he is happy to see this action moving forward as it was brought
41 forward through the business forums and suggested that an item be added to the City
42 newsletter advertising this to the businesses to show that the City listened to their
43 comments. He referenced the size of 1,000 square feet for an accessory structure and
44 believed that to be too small.
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46 Mitchell agreed that seems small.
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48 Finke provided additional information regarding the language as proposed for accessory
49 structures and building additions.
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1 Anderson stated that perhaps it would make more sense to be consistent between the
2 building addition and accessory structure, allowing the larger of the two (the percentage
3 and maximum square footage).
4
5 Mitchell stated that perhaps it would make more sense to err on the conservative side as
6 the ordinance could be amended in the future if needed.
7
8 Martin suggested adding a statement that a matter could come before the Council,
9 and/or Planning Commission, at the discretion of the Zoning Administrator.
10
11 Finke noted that he could look at adding that statement with some rational and bring
12 back the Ordinance once amended with the changes suggested.
13
14 Johnson agreed that the matter could be tabled and the item could come back to the
15 Council under the Old Business portion of the agenda in the future.
16
17 Moved by Pederson, seconded by Martin, to table the Ordinance regarding Site Plan
18 review processes, amending Chapter 8 of the City Code. Motion passed
19 unanimously.
20
21 IX. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
22
23 A. Audio -Visual Upgrades to Council Chambers (8:32 p.m.)
24 Johnson stated that staff met with Tierney Brothers and the technology consultant to
25 discuss possible upgrades. He provided an update on the proposed improvements that
26 make the most sense and are the most cost efficient. He stated that staff would support
27 option one with a cost of $10,913.92, which is about $4,000 less than option two.
28
29 Pederson asked for additional information on the possible integration of 1pads for
30 Council use at the dais.
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32 Johnson stated that personal !pads or laptops can by synced to follow the presentations.
33 He stated that the large screen would be the only screen. He stated that the ultimate
34 plan would be for the Council to have individual monitors to follow along with the
35 presentations.
36
37 Martin stated that she would prefer to bring her own 1pad to follow along with.
38
39 Johnson stated that if approved the upgrades could begin in the near future.
40
41 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Pederson, to approve option one for the audio-visual
42 upgrades to the Council Chambers. Motion passed unanimously.
43
44 Martin stated that if she brings her own laptop for the meeting would the information on
45 her laptop then be subject to the Data Practices Act, noting that she has private client
46 information on her device.
47
48 Johnson stated that he did share that concern and would review the issue with Batty.
49 He stated that the best option may be to purchase tablets for the Council to use solely in
50 the chambers.
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1 Martin stated that individual monitors could also be used.
2
3 Johnson noted that the price for a tablet has been reduced and that may be the most
4 cost efficient method.
5
6 X. MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL REPORTS (8:37 p.m.)
7 There were none.
8
9 Xl. APPROVAL TO PAY THE BILLS (8:37 p.m.)
10 Moved by Martin, seconded by Anderson, to approve the bills, EFT 003233E-003255E
11 for $70,198.56, order check numbers 43068-43121 for $439,013.31, and payroll EFT
12 506531-506556 for $47,682.24. Motion passed unanimously.
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14 IX. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT (Continued) (8:37 p.m.)
15 Johnson noted that Night to Unite will be held on Tuesday, August 4th which is the night
16 the regular Council meeting would be held therefore the Council meeting has been
17 schedules for Wednesday, August 5t"
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19 XII. CLOSED SESSION: Attorney -Client Privileged Discussion on Ongoing
20 Litigation Matter Specifically Stonegate Farm, Inc. V. City of Medina, Pursuant to
21 Minnesota Statute Section 13d.05, Subdivision 3(b)
22 Moved by Martin, seconded by Anderson, to adjourn the meeting to closed session at
23 8:39 p.m. to discuss litigation matters, specifically the case of Stonegate PRDC versus
24 the City of Medina, the case in Hennepin County and the case in Federal District Court,
25 pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 13d.05, Subdivision 3(b). Motion passed
26 unanimously.
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28 The meeting returned to open session at 9:55 p.m.
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30 XIII. ADJOURN
31 Moved by Anderson, seconded by Cousineau, to adjourn the meeting at 9:57 p.m.
32 Motion passed unanimously.
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Hennepin County Department of Environment and Energy
701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 700 612-348-3777 REDUCE.REUSE.RECYCLE
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415-1842 612-348-8532 & 612-348-6510 Faxes
612-348-6500 Facility INFO Line
www.hennepin.us/recycling
July 17, 2015
Ms. Jodi Gallup
CITY OF MEDINA
2052 County Road 24
Hamel, MN 55340
Ms. Gallup:
This year the County has $3.7m in SCORE funds available to award to cities for their recycling and organics
programs. The Residential Recycling Funding Policy sets the terms and conditions for awarding those funds.
On June 16, 2015 the County Board adopted a resolution to amend the Residential Recycling Funding Policy.
The following changes were approved:
• Extend the contract period from December 31, 2015 to December 31, 2016
• Incorporate state requirements to expend additional SCORE funds on organics recycling
The legislature dedicated additional funds to SCORE last year. As a result, the County has $813,764 more in
SCORE funds in 2015 and will have approximately $600,000 more in 2016. Per state statute, 50 percent of the
additional funds must be spent on organics.
Enclosed are two originals of the Amendment to Agreement A120120 between Hennepin County and the CITY
OF MEDINA. I have enclosed a copy of the revised Residential Recycling Funding Policy as Attachment A.
Please have both originals signed by an authorized official. Mail the signed originals to me along with a
resolution that confirms the City's approval of the amendment and confirms the signatory's delegation of
authority. A sample resolution is enclosed as an example.
When I receive the signed originals and the authorizing resolution, I will forward them to county administration
and the County Board for final signatures. One of the originals will be mailed to you.
Recycling funds will be distributed as they have in the past. I will send out an application for organics funds in
August. The application will ask cities to report the number of households that are receiving organics service as
of September 1, 2015. The application will also request a description ofhow funds will be used.
If you have any questions or comments, please contact me by email at ben.knudson@hennepin.us or by phone
at 612-596-1176.
Sincerely,
Ben Knudson
Enclosures — 3
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Recycled Paper
Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
CITY OF MEDINA
RESOLUTION NO. 2015-
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT TO RESIDENTIAL RECYCLING
GRANT AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY
WHEREAS, pursuant to Minnesota Statute 115A.552, counties shall ensure that residents
have an opportunity to recycle; and
WHEREAS, Hennepin County Ordinance 13 requires that each city implement and maintain
a recycling program; and
WHEREAS, the Hennepin County Board adopted a resolution to amend the Hennepin
County Residential Recycling Funding Policy to incorporate requirements to expend additional
SCORE funds on organics recycling, and extend the contract period of the Residential Recycling
Funding Policy from December 31, 2015 to December 31, 2016; and
WHEREAS, in order to receive grant funds, the City must sign the agreement; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to receive these grant funds each year.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Medina, Minnesota,
that the City Council accepts the agreement as proposed.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council authorizes the Mayor, City Administrator or
his designee to execute such Residential Recycling Grant Agreement with the County.
Dated: August 5, 2015.
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
ATTEST:
Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member and
upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Resolution No. 2015-
August 5, 2015
And the following voted against same:
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Resolution No. 2015- 2
August 5, 2015
AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT A120120
This Agreement is between the COUNTY OF HENNEPIN, STATE OF MINNESOTA,
A-2300 Government Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55487 ("COUNTY"), on behalf of the
Hennepin County Environment and Energy Department, 701 Fourth Avenue South, Minneapolis,
Minnesota 55415-1600 ("DEPARTMENT") and the CITY OF MEDINA, 2052 County Road 24,
Hamel, Minnesota 55340 ("CITY").
WHEREAS, the COUNTY and the CITY entered into a four-year Residential Recycling
Grant Agreement, Contract No. A120120 ("Agreement"), for a residential recycling grant
commencing on January 1, 2012; and
WHEREAS, the County Board, by Resolution No. 15-0216 adopted on June 16, 2015,
amended the Hennepin County Residential Recycling Funding Policy to incorporate
requirements to expend additional SCORE funds on organics recycling, extended the period
from December 31, 2015 to December 31, 2016, and authorized grant funding for municipal
recycling programs consistent with said policy; and
WHEREAS, the parties desire to amend the Agreement to extend the term and
incorporate other changes;
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties agree that Agreement A120120 is amended as follows:
1. Paragraph a. of Section 1, TERM AND COST OF THE AGREEMENT, shall be
amended to read as follows:
This Agreement shall commence upon execution and terminate on
December 31, 2016.
2. Section 2, SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED, shall be amended to read as follows:
The CITY shall operate its recycling program in accordance with the requirements
described in the County's Residential Recycling Funding Policy ("Policy"), attached as
Attachment A and incorporated by this reference, and fulfill the responsibilities of the
Policy.
3. Section 3, METHOD OF PAYMENT, shall be amended to read as follows:
The COUNTY will distribute SCORE funds as described in the Policy. The CITY
shall follow the requirements for use of funds described in the Policy.
Except as amended, the terms, conditions and provisions of this Agreement shall remain in full
force and effect.
COUNTY BOARD AUTHORIZATION
Reviewed by the County Attorney's COUNTY OF HENNEPIN
Office STATE OF MINNESOTA
Assistant County Attorney
Date:
By:
Chair of Its County Board
ATTEST:
Deputy/Clerk of County Board
Date:
By:
David Hough, County Administrator
Date:
By:
Assistant County Administrator, Public Works
Recommended for Approval Date:
By:
Director, Environment and Energy Department
Date:
MUNICIPALITY
CITY warrants that the person who executed
this Agreement is authorized to do so on behalf of
CITY as required by applicable articles,
bylaws, resolutions or ordinances.*
Printed Name:
Signed:
Title:
Date:
*CONTRACTOR shall submit applicable documentation (articles, bylaws, resolutions or ordinances) that confirms the
signatory's delegation of authority. This documentation shall be submitted at the time CONTRACTOR returns the Agreement
to the COUNTY. Documentation is not required for a sole proprietorship.
Attachment A
Hennepin County
Residential Recycling
Funding Policy
January 1, 2012 —December 31, 2016
Public Works
Environment and Energy Department
Adopted November 29, 2011, Revised June 16, 2015
I. Policy Description
The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners determined that curbside collection of
recyclables from Hennepin County residents is an effective strategy to reduce reliance on
landfills, prevent pollution, reduce the toxicity of waste, conserve natural resources and energy,
improve public health, support the economy, and reduce greenhouse gases. Therefore, the county
adopted the goals established by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) in its
Metropolitan Solid Waste Management Policy Plan and developed a Residential Recycling
Funding Policy to help reach a 75% recycling rate by 2030.
The county will distribute all Select Committee on Recycling and the Environment (SCORE)
funds received from the state to cities for curbside collection of residential recyclables, including
organics. If cities form a joints powers organization responsible for managing a comprehensive
recycling and waste education system for the residents of those cities, the county will distribute a
recycling grant to that organization. Cities are expected to fulfill the conditions of the policy.
Length of Residential Recycling Funding Policy
Hennepin County is committed to implement this policy and continue distributing all SCORE
funds received from the state for the purpose of funding curbside residential recycling programs
from January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2016. The county may revise this policy if it
determines changes are needed to assure compliance with state law and MPCA goals established
for metropolitan counties. In the event that SCORE funds are eliminated from the state budget or
significantly reduced, the county will consult with cities to develop a subsequent
recommendation for the county board that will continue this policy and fund curbside recycling
programs.
Fund Distribution
The county will distribute to the cities one hundred percent (100%) of SCORE funds that the
county receives from the state. SCORE funds are based on revenue collected by the State of
Minnesota from the solid waste management (SWM) tax on garbage services. SCORE funds are
subject to change based on actual SWM revenue and the funds allocated by the State Legislature.
Funds distributed to cities for the current calendar year will be based on SCORE funds received
by the county in the state's corresponding fiscal year.
In 2014 the State Legislature allocated additional funds to SCORE in 2015 and 2016. Beginning
in fiscal year 2015 and continuing thereafter, of any money distributed that exceeds the amount
the county received in fiscal year 2014, 50 percent must be expended on organics recycling.
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II. Recycling
Allocation of Funds
The following formula will be utilized to determine each city's recycling SCORE grant each
year.
# of households with
curbside recycling in city
Total # of households with
curbside recycling in county
X
Total SCORE funds Recycling grant amount
available for available to the city
recycling
Eligible households are defined as single family through eight-plex residential buildings or other
residential buildings where each housing unit sets out refuse and recycling containers for
curbside collection. The cities will determine the number of eligible households by counting the
number of households with curbside recycling service on January 1 of each funding year. The
number will be reported in the application for funding.
The total SCORE grant available for recycling will equal the 2014 base year amount plus 50
percent of additional SCORE funds. If the total SCORE funds are less than the 2014 base year,
100 percent of those funds will be available for recycling.
The grant can be used for recycling program expenses including capital and operating costs.
Expenses associated with residential collection of organics are eligible recycling program
expenses. However, yard waste expenses are ineligible. If organics and yard waste are
commingled, the organics expenses must be tracked separately.
Responsibilities of Cites
A. Grant Agreement
Each city seeking funding under the terms of the Residential Recycling Funding Policy must
enter into a Residential Recycling Grant Agreement with the county for a term concurrent with
the expiration of this policy, December 31, 2016. The grant agreement must be accompanied by
a resolution authorizing the city to enter into such an agreement.
B. Application for Funding
Each city must complete an annual application by February 15 to receive funding for that year.
The application consists of the Re-TRAC web -based report and a planning document submitted
to the county describing the programs or activities the applicant will implement to increase
recycling and make progress toward recycling goals.
C. Minimum Program Performance Requirements
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1. Collection of Recyclables. Cities that contract for curbside recycling services will require a
breakout of the following expenses when renewing or soliciting bids for new recycling
services:
a) containers — if provided by the hauler
b) collection service
c) processing cost per ton
d) revenue sharing
2. Materials to be Collected. At a minimum, the following materials must be collected curbside:
a) Newspaper and inserts;
b) Cardboard boxes;
c) Glass food and beverage containers;
d) Metal food and beverage cans;
e) All plastic containers and lids, #1 — Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET, PETE), #2
High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), #3 — Vinyl Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), #4 — Low
Density Polyethylene (LDPE) and #5 — Polypropylene (PP) plastic bottles, except
those that previously contained hazardous materials or motor oil;
fJ Magazines and catalogs;
g) Cereal, cracker, pasta, cake mix, shoe, gift, and electronics boxes;
h) Boxes from toothpaste, medications and other toiletries;
i) Aseptic and gable -topped containers; and
j) Mail, office and school papers.
The county may add materials to this list and require cities to begin collection within one
year of receiving notification from the county. Cities will notify the county if materials not
found on this list will be collected.
3. Collection Methods. Cities must use one of the following systems to collect materials at the
curb:
a) single sort system - all materials combined in one container; or
b) dual sort system - glass, metal and plastic together with paper separate
If one of these two systems is not in place, the city must submit a plan with its application for
converting to a single or dual sort system by December 31, 2016. If the municipality is
unable to meet this deadline, an alternative implementation schedule must be negotiated with
the county.
4. Education and Outreach.
a) County Responsibilities
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1) Coordinate meetings of the communications committee, which will be
composed of county, cities, and other stakeholders.
2) Produce education material templates and print the template materials for
cities. Materials will also be available online to download.
3) Provide a minimum of eight promotional resources that will include a
newsletter article, a web story, social media posts, and printed promotional
materials for municipalities on a variety of waste reduction, reuse, recycling,
and proper disposal messages.
4) Develop an annual priority message campaign. The campaign will be one
main message to promote throughout the year; for example "recycle
magazines." The message and the materials will be developed with the
communications committee. The county will provide templates and be
responsible for primary distribution of the campaign through direct mail,
advertising, or public relations. The cities will be required to support the
campaign through their communication channels.
b) City Requirements
1) Use county terminology when describing recycling guidelines (i.e.
description of materials accepted and not accepted, preparation guidelines,
etc.).
2) Use images provided by the county or the Solid Waste Management
Coordinating Board, if using images of recyclables.
3) Use the county's terminology, preparation guidelines and images on the
city's website.
4) Mail a recycling guide once a year to residents using a template developed
by the communications committee and produced and printed by the county
at the county's expense. If a municipality does not want to use the template
produced by the county, the municipality may develop its own guide at the
municipality's expense, with prior approval by the county. If the city relies
on its hauler to provide the recycling guide, this guide would also require
approval by the county.
5) Complete two additional education activities from a menu of options
developed by the communications committee to support the priority
message campaign.
Any print material that communicates residential recycling guidelines that were not
provided by the county template will require county approval. This does not apply to
waste reduction and reuse, articles on recycling that do not include guidelines, and social
media posts. The county will respond within five business days to any communication
piece submitted.
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5. Use of Funds.
a) The city must use all grant funds for waste reduction and recycling capital and
operating expenses in the year granted. Cities will not be reimbursed any funds in
excess of actual expenses.
b) The city may not charge its residents through property tax, utility fees or any other
method for that portion of the costs of its recycling program funded by county grant
funds.
c) The city must establish a separate accounting mechanism, such as a project number,
activity number, or fund that will separate recycling revenues and expenditures from
other municipal activities, including solid waste and yard waste activities.
d) Recycling and waste reduction activities, revenues, and expenditures are subject to
audit.
e) Cites that do not contract for curbside recycling services will receive grant funds
provided that at least ninety percent (90%) of the grant funds are credited back to
residents and the city meets all minimum program requirements. The additional ten
percent (10%) may be used for administrative and promotional expenses.
6. Reporting Requirements.
a) Each city must submit an annual recycling report to the county electronically using
the Re-TRAC web -based reporting system by February 15 of each year. If a city is
unable to access Re-TRAC, the county must be contacted by February 1 to make
arrangements for alternative filing of the report.
b) Each city must calculate its participation rate in the curbside recycling program
during the month of October. The participation rate will be reported in Re-TRAC.
The methodology for measuring participation must be provided to the county upon
request.
c) Each city must submit an annual planning document to the county describing the
programs or activities the applicant will implement to increase recycling and make
progress toward county goals.
7. Recycling Performance. On an annual basis, each city must demonstrate a reasonable effort
to maintain and increase the average amount of recyclables collected from its residential
recycling program to at least 725 pounds per household or a minimum recovery rate of 80%,
by December 31, 2015. The goal remains the same for December 31, 2016. An alternative
performance option for cities with organized waste collection is to validate at least a 35%
recycling rate. To ensure the accuracy of data for these metrics, cities will be required, upon
request, to provide documentation on the methodology used to calculate performance. To the
extent practicable, the results should rely on actual data rather than estimates.
Failure by a city to demonstrate measureable progress toward goals will result in the city
being required to submit a recycling improvement plan within 90 days of being notified by
the county. The recycling improvement plan must be negotiated with the county and specify
the efforts that will be undertaken to yield the results necessary to achieve the goals. The plan
shall focus on the following areas: type of container, sort method, materials collected,
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frequency of collection, education and outreach, performance measurement, and incentives.
Funding will be withheld until the city's recycling improvement plan is approved by the
county.
In cooperation with the county, the city may be required to participate in waste and recycling
sorts to identify recovery levels of various recyclables in their communities. Based on the
results of the study, the county and city will collaborate to increase the recovery of select
recyclable materials being discarded in significant quantities.
D. Partnership
The partnership between the county and cities has been highly effective in educating and
motivating behavior of residents resulting in significant amounts of waste being reduced and
recycled. In order to continue this partnership and increase these efforts, program activities of
cities must be coordinated with county and regional efforts. Cites are responsible for cooperating
with the county in an effort to reach the county's goals for recycling and organics recovery.
Quarterly recycling coordinator meetings are an opportunity to share resources and facilitate the
coordination of efforts.
Responsibilities of Hennepin County
A. Application Form
The county will provide an application form by December that each city will use to report on its
recycling program and request grant funding for the next year.
B. Payments
The county will make grant payments to each city in two equal payments. One payment will be
made after the county receives the application, which will consist of the Re-TRAC report and the
planning document. A second payment will be made after the report has been approved,
measurable progress toward the goals has been confirmed, and, if necessary, a recycling
improvement plan has been approved by the county. If the city meets the county requirements,
both payments will be made during the same calendar year.
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III. Organics Recycling
Allocation of Funds
The following formula will be used to determine a city's organics grant each year.
Number of households with
curbside organics in city
Total number of households with
curbside organics in county
Total SCORE funds Organics grant
x available for = amount available to
organics the city
The total SCORE funds available for organics recycling will equal 50 percent of the additional
SCORE revenue allocated by the State Legislature. If the total SCORE funding is less than the
2014 base year, no funds will be available for organics recycling.
Application for Funds
To apply for funds, a city must submit the number of eligible households that signed up for
organics to the county by September 1 of each funding year.
Use of Funds
The grant funds may be used for organics program expenses, including the following:
• Contract cost of service (to the city or its residents)
• Discount to new customers
• Carts
• Compostable bags
• Kitchen containers
• Education and outreach
Program administration is an ineligible expense. Yard waste expenses are ineligible expenses. If
organics and yard waste are collected together, the organics expenses must be tracked separately.
If the city passes funds through to a hauler, 100% of those funds must be credited to households'
bills.
In addition, the following requirements apply:
• All grant funds must be used during the term of the agreement. Funds not spent must be
returned to the county.
• Funds must be expended on eligible activities per Minnesota State Statute 115A.557.
• A city may not charge its residents through property tax, utility fees or any other method
for that portion of the costs of its organics program funded by county grant funds.
• Cities must able to account for organics expenditures separately upon request by the
county. Expenditures are subject to audit.
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Education and Outreach
The partnership between the county and cities has been highly effective in educating and
motivating the behavior of residents, resulting in significant amounts of waste being reduced and
recycled. In order to continue this partnership with organics recycling, the county encourages
cities to coordinate program activities with county and regional efforts.
The county will work with cities to provide assistance with the following:
• Standard terminology and images
• Organics recycling guide (yes -no list)
• Promotional resources to increase participation
Reporting
A report on the city's organics program must be submitted electronically to the county by
February 15 following each funding year. The report must include, but is not limited to, the
following:
Basic Program Information:
• Hauler
• Collection method
• Where organics are delivered to and processed at
• Is service opt -in or opt -out
• Cost of service to residents and contract cost to the city
• How the service is billed
• Items included in service: curbside collection, cart, compostable bags, etc.
Results
• Tons
• Number of households signed up
• Average pounds per household per year
• Participation (set -out rate on pickup day)
• How funds were used
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Agenda Item # 5B
Kennedy
Graven
CHARTERED
Ronald H. Batty
470 US Bank Plaza
200 South Sixth Street
Minneapolis MN 55402
(612) 337-9262 telephone
(612) 337-9310 fax
rbatty@kennedy-graven.com
http://vvvvw.kennedy-graven.com
MEMORANDUM
To: Ed Belland, Chief of Police
From: Ron Batty, city attorney
Date: July 15, 2015
Re: Hamel Fire Deparlment Fire Relief Association Board Membership
You asked a question about the appropriate board membership for the Hamel Fire Department Fire
Relief Association Board of Trustees ("Board"). Minnesota Statutes, Section 424A.04 specifies the
makeup of volunteer fire relief associations' boards of trustees. The membership of the Board is
therefore guided by state law.
The statute discusses two types of relief associations. The first is a relief association which is
directly associated with a municipal fire department. The second is a relief association that is a
subsidiary of an independent nonprofit firefighting corporation. The Hamel Fire Department Fire
Relief Association falls into the latter category because the Hamel Fire Department is an all -
volunteer, non-profit firefighting corporation.
Under the statutory framework, the Board must consist of nine members. Of these, six members
must be drawn from the "membership of the relief association," meaning those individuals served by
the relief association. Additionally, the fire chief serving with the independent nonprofit firefighting
corporation must be a member.
Along with the seven individuals listed above, the Board must include two elected or appointed
officials from the municipalities being served by the fire department. In the case of the Hamel Fire
Department, the only municipality being served through a fire services contract is the city of Medina.
Therefore, under state law, the Medina city council must annually designate two elected or appointed
officials to serve one-year terms on the Board. These members must be notified of all official
business of the Board and they have the right to attend all meetings of the Board.
Under state law, these members have all rights and duties accorded to any other member of the
Board, except that they are not eligible to serve as officers of the relief association. Please let me
know if you would like any additional information.
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Agenda Item #
Member
introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
CITY OF MEDINA
RESOLUTION NO. 2015-
AMENDING 2015 APPOINTMENTS AND DESIGNATIONS TO VARIOUS CITY
SERVICES, AUTHORITIES, COMMISSIONS, AND AGENCIES
WHEREAS, the City contracts with various consultants and businesses to provide
services to the City, and
WHEREAS, the City is required to appoint City representatives to City commissions as
well as area jurisdictions, agencies, authorities and commissions as indicated by governing
documents, State statute, or City codes.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Medina
hereby amends the 2015 appointments and designations listed on Exhibit A.
Dated: August 5, 2015.
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
Attest:
Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator - Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
And the following voted against same:
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Resolution No. 2015-
August 5, 2015
Exhibit A
Council Office/Liaisons
2015 Appointment(s)
Acting Mayor
Jeff Pederson
Public Safety Liaison
Jeff Pederson
Public Works Liaison
Kathleen Martin
Planning & Zoning Liaison
John Anderson
Parks Liaison
Lorie Cousineau
Administration Liaison
Bob Mitchell
City Consultants
Auditing Services
Abdo Eick and Meyers LLP
Building Inspector
Metro West Inspection
City Assessor
Southwest Assessing
(Rolf Erickson)
City Attorney
Kennedy & Graven
(Ron Batty)
City Engineer
WSB (Tom Kellogg)
Financial
Ehlers & Associates, Inc.
Fire Marshal
Loren Kohnen
Metro West Inspection (alternate)
IT
Cipher Laboratories
(Mike Brocco)
Planning Consultant
Northwest Associated Consultants,
Inc.
Prosecuting Attorney
Tallen & Baertschi
(Steve Tallen)
City Staff
City Treasurer
Erin Barnhart
Human Resource Officer
Scott Johnson
Jodi Gallup (alternate)
Data Compliance Officials
Scott Johnson
Jodi Gallup (alternate)
Ed Belland - Police
Cec Vieau - Police
Erin Barnhart - Finance
Dusty Finke - Planning
Steve Scherer - Public Works
Responsible Authority for MN Government Data Practices Act
Scott Johnson
Zoning Administrator
Dusty Finke
Deb Peterson (alternate)
City Committee, Agency, Commission Representatives
Communities in Collaboration Council
Ed Belland
Elm Creek Watershed (2nd Wednesday @ 11:30 a.m., Maple Grove
City Hall)
Elizabeth Weir
Madeleine Linck (alternate)
Hamel VFD Relief Association (2nd Monday @ 8:00 p.m.) (need 2
elected officials as ex-officio members)
Jeff Pederson
Kathleen Martin
Resolution No. 2015-
August 5, 2015
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Exhibit A
Highway 55 Corridor Coalition Joint Powers
Jeff Pederson
Scott Johnson (1st alternate)
Lake Independence TMDL through Pioneer -Sarah Creek Watershed
Hakanson Anderson
Scott Johnson (alternate)
Lake Sarah TMDL through Pioneer -Sarah Creek Watershed
Hakanson Anderson
Scott Johnson (alternate)
Elm Creek TMDL through Elm Creek Watershed
Hakanson Anderson
Elizabeth Weir (alternate)
Minnehaha Creek Watershed
Peter Rechelbacher
Northwest Hennepin League of Municipalities (2nd Wednesday @
6:30 p.m.)
Bob Mitchell
Kathleen Martin (alternate)
I-94/Northwest Suburban (NWS) Chamber of Commerce
Scott Johnson
Jodi Gallup (alternate)
Pioneer -Sarah Creek Watershed (third Thursday @ 4:00 p.m.,
Independence City Hall)
Mike McLaughlin
Pat Wulff(lst alternate)
Scott Johnson (2nd alternate)
Uptown Hamel Inc. (Business Assn.) (third Tuesday @ Noon,
location changes)
Jeff Pederson
Scott Johnson (alternate)
Weed and Tree Inspector
Steve Scherer
Cable Franchise Liaison
Judy Mallett
Designation of Official Depositories & Investment of Idle Funds
Farmers State Bank of Hamel
21 st Century Bank of Loretto
Citigroup/Smith Barney
MBIA Voyageur Asset
Management Inc./(4M) Fund
RBC Dain Rauscher, Inc.
Designation of Official City Legal Newspaper
Crow River News
Resolution No. 2015-
August 5, 2015
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MEDINA POLICE DEPA
MEMORANDUM
Agenda Item # 5C
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Medina, MN 55340-9790
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Emergency 9-1-1
TO: City Administrator Scott Johnson and City Council
FROM: Director Edgar J. Belland
DATE: July 31, 2015
RE: Officer John Vinck's Resignation
On July 22, 2015, Officer John Vinck turned in his resignation letter. John is moving on to
work for the Minneapolis Police Department. John has done a great job for the City and the
police department for the last 10 years. The resolution accepting John's resignation, his
resignation letter, and an invite to his farewell reception are attached.
I would ask that the City Council accepts Officer John Vinck's resignation.
Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
CITY OF MEDINA
RESOLUTION NO. 2015-
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING RESIGNATION OF POLICE
OFFICER JOHN VINCK
WHEREAS, John Vinck is currently employed a Police Officer by the city of Medina; and
WHEREAS, on July 23, 2015, John Vinck submitted a letter of resignation from his
position addressed to the Police Chief; and
WHEREAS, John Vinck's resignation from his position shall become effective on August
7, 2015.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the city council of the city of Medina that
John Vinck's letter of resignation is hereby accepted with gratitude for a job well done.
Dated: August 5, 2015.
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
ATTEST:
Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator - Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
And the following voted against same:
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Resolution No. 2015-
August 5, 2015
MEDINA POLICE DEPARTMENT
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July 23, 2015
Medina Police Department
Dear Ed BeHand,
Please accept this letter as notification of my resignation from my role as part of the
Medina Police Department. My last day with the agency will be August 7, 2015.
You have been a great supervisor and great role model to me. I want to also thank
you for the opportunity you gave to me 10 years ago. I have truly enjoyed working
for the Medina Police Department as if it is my family and will miss all of our
department members. I do not want to weigh down anyone else's workload and am
pulling together all of the notes needed to make the transition smooth. I welcome
anyone from the agency calling me with any questions after my departure at
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Agenda Item # 5D
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Medina, MN 55340-9790
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Emergency 9-1-1
TO: City Administrator Scott Johnson and City Council
FROM: Director Edgar J. Belland
DATE: July 31, 2015
RE: Request to Fill Open Position
With the resignation of Officer John Vinck, I am requesting City Council permission to post
and conduct a hiring process to fill the open officer position. Attached to this memo is the job
advertisement and instructions to the applicant which includes our tentative hiring timeline.
Police Officer Position Job Advertisement
The City of Medina is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a full-time licensed Peace Officer
Position. Applicants must be currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a full-time peace officer in the State of
Minnesota by August 1, 2015. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The starting range of pay will be
from $23.13 to $28.86 per hour, depending on qualifications.
An application packet and job description can be downloaded from the City of Medina's website
at http://medinamn us/job-announcements/, or can be picked up at City Hall, 2052 County Road 24, Medina, MN
55340. Application deadline is August 24, 2015 at 4:30 p.m.
8/15
TO PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS FOR THE
CITY OF MEDINA POLICE OFFICER POSITION
Application materials required for this position include the following items:
• Cover Letter
o One -page, single-spaced. Include a statement or paragraph addressing why
you would be the best candidate for this position.
• Resume
• Completed Application
• Supplemental Application
• Veteran's Preference Form
The application will be disqualified if any of the above information is not submitted or is
incomplete.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION
• Associate's degree in law enforcement and completion of skills training.
• Valid Minnesota POST license or eligible to be licensed on day of hire.
• Valid Minnesota driver's license.
• Must meet all state -mandated and employer -required certifications,
medical/psychological, background checks, and other requirements.
• Ability to maintain First Responder and CPR certification and attend other continuing
education classes.
The application will also be disqualified if the applicant does not meet the minimum
qualifications for the position listed above. Finalists will be required to produce transcripts prior
to appointment.
Deadline for Application Packets: Must be received at City Hall no later than 4:30 p.m.,
Monday, August 24, 2015.
Mail completed application to:
(Faxed or Emailed Application Packets will NOT be accepted.)
Jodi Gallup
CITY OF MEDINA
2052 County Road 24
Medina, MN 55340-9790
Questions regarding the materials or hiring process should be directed to:
Jodi Gallup, Assistant to City Administrator at (763) 473-8850 or jodi.gallup@ci.medina.mn.us
Projected Hiring/Appointment Timeline
• August 24 — Application Deadline at 4:30 p.m.
• August 25-28 — Review/Scoring of Applications
• September 9 — Initial Interviews and Written Tests
• September 15 — 1st Round of Interviews
• September 18 — 2nd Round of Interviews (Background packets will be given to finalists)
• September 21 — Chief s Interview
• September 28 — Background Packets Due
• October 9 — Preliminary/Contingent Offer/Acceptance of Recommended Appointee
• Week of October 12 — Psychological and Medical
• October 20 — City Council Appointment of Recommended Appointee
• November 2 — Preferred Starting Date of Appointee
Profile of the City of Medina
The City of Medina has been an incorporated city since 1974 and has a population of about 6,000 people.
The community continues to experience rural -residential, urban -residential, and commercial growth in what has
historically been a fairly predominant rural setting. Most of Medina's commercial and higher -density residential
growth is guided to progress along the Trunk Highway 55 Corridor. Medina consists of 26 square miles, with
approximately 28% of the land cover consisting of water (wetlands, lakes, etc.).
Twenty-four (24) full-time employees are employed by the City of Medina. The City Administrator is
the chief administrative officer for the City. Four Department heads report to the Administrator, including the
Public Works Director, Planning Director, Finance Director and Police Chief/Public Safety Director.
The Police Department consists of the Director of Public Safety, one Sergeant, two Investigators, six
Patrol Officers, one part-time Community Service Officer, one full-time Administrative Assistant and one part-
time Administrative Assistant. We have seven active Reserve Officers who assist our officers on a daily basis.
Profile of the Police Officer Position
The Police Officer position performs non -supervisory, patrol and police work in support of law
enforcement, crime detection/prevention and investigation, traffic control, emergency response, and public
assistance activities. Responsible for minimal administrative functions; assists with some educational and
safety programs in public schools; and provides law enforcement at community functions. Majority of time is
spent responding to calls to enforce laws and patrolling to protect the property and serve the residents of the
community.
Summary of Benefits and Wages
The City believes strongly in attracting and retaining quality employees. The starting wage for this
position is competitive to other Cities ranked in our class size, at $23.13 to $28.86 per hour, DOQ, while the
range ultimately extends to $34.55 per hour after four years of continuous service to the City of Medina. In
addition, Medina offers one of the best benefit packages amongst cities within our class size. The two
illustrations on the next page demonstrate the total monthly premium rates and the employee's share of each
health insurance plan (via B1ueCross B1ueShield through the LOGIS pool) effective for 2015. The City also
pays for 100% of the single and family dental policy (Delta Dental), and pays for the life insurance premium for
a $50,000 policy. Retirement plan is contributed through MN PERA (Public Employee Retirement
Association). As a public employee, 10.8% of your pay will be contributed to PERA Police and Fire; the City
will contribute an additional 16.2% into your account. This position is part of a union with Law Enforcement
Labor Services, Inc. (LOCAL #36).
2015 Health Insurance (total monthly premium rates)
2015 monthly Health Insurance rates will be as follows:
Plan
Class I
(Employee
only)
Class 2
(Employee +
spouse)
Class 3
(Employee +
child(ren)
Class 4
(Employee +
family)
High Option —
$30/100%
$838.74
$1,760.24
$1,676.24
$2,179.24
$2500 Deductible —
HRA Compatible
$605.74
$1,270.24
$1,209.74
$1,572.24
$2600 Deductible—
HSA Compatible
$553.24
$1,160.74
$1,105.74
$1,436.74
The employee's monthly share of each plan is as follows:
Plan
Class I
(Employee
only)
Class 2
(Employee +
spouse)
Class 3
(Employee +
child(ren)
Class 4
(Employee +
family)
High Option —
$30/100%
$0
$264.03
$251.44
$326.89
$2500 Deductible —
HRA Compatible
$0
$0
$0
$0
$2600 Deductible—
HSA Compatible
$0
$0
$0
$0
City of Medina Position Description
POLICE OFFICER
Position Title: Police Officer
Department: Police Department
Supervisor's Title: Police Sergeant
Pay Grade: 5 (within Union Scale)
FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT
Work Status: Full-time
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION
Performs non -supervisory, patrol and police work in support of law enforcement, crime detection/prevention and
investigation, traffic control, emergency response, and public assistance activities. Responsible for minimal
administrative functions; assists with some educational and safety programs in public schools; and provides law
enforcement at community functions. Majority of time is spent responding to calls to enforce laws and patrolling
to protect the property and serve the residents of the community
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
■ Keeps supervisory employees informed of all pertinent matters through daily activity reports and regular
intra-departmental communications.
■ Provides oversight and training to Community Service Officer, newly -hired and part-time police officers.
■ Communicates internally with administrative staff, public works, fire employees, and City Attorney; and,
externally with Hennepin County law enforcement, judicial and social services personnel, area police
departments, state and federal law enforcement agencies, business people, City visitors, and residents.
■ Assesses daily reports and confers with Police Chief, Sergeant, Administrative Assistant, and other
officers to determine activity in the community and potential problems.
■ Patrols community by car, bike, or on foot to provide a police presence, enforce traffic and other state and
federal laws as well as City ordinances; writes tickets for violations as appropriate.
■ Locates and arrests suspects, taking prisoners to jail; prepares written reports of crimes, and assists in the
prosecution of violators.
■ Checks businesses and residential areas for signs of vandalism or break-in.
■ Responds to calls for service; makes out initial reports; and investigates and performs follow-up work as
needed.
■ Responds to emergency situations and identifies hazardous situations; notifies appropriate emergency,
public works, or other personnel; and makes proper decisions for assisting sick or injured persons.
■ Conducts criminal and other investigations —with assistance from Hennepin County attorneys —by
interviewing witnesses/complainants/victims, interviewing/interrogating suspects, collecting and
preserving evidence, preparing written reports; informs Chief of status of investigations; attends court
proceedings to serve as witness and present evidence and other information.
■ Conducts welfare checks and serves official documents such as warrants, ex parte orders, eviction,
subpoenas, juvenile papers and makes death notifications.
■ Provides security and police assistance at community events including crowd and traffic control
measures.
■ Assists other law enforcement agencies in their crime prevention and investigation efforts as needed and
according to mutual aid agreements.
■ Prepares a variety of complete and accurate reports such as incident, arrest, and investigative reports,
preliminary criminal charges, and initial complaint reports, court testimony and ensures adequate record
keeping.
■ Identifies hazards to traffic and pedestrians and reports matters requiring attention to public works
department.
■ Mediates and resolves disputes between individuals using an appropriate degree of tact and persuasion.
■ Answers residents' requests for information including directions, regulations, ordinances, and where to
obtain additional information.
■ Responds to animal complaints; locates and transports animals to current impound facility.
■ Inspects and maintains vehicle and all personal and departmental equipment.
■ Attends mandatory and other classes for required continuing education to maintain POST licensure and
meet department's training needs.
City Council Approved: 02/15/2011
City of Medina Position Description
POLICE OFFICER
■ Participates in department's public education efforts by providing information and advice to the residents
and business people regarding law enforcement and public safety issues.
■ Engages in community -oriented policing: participates in informal community talks, formal meetings, and
sponsored events; assists with a variety of departmental programs; and pursues a variety of networking
opportunities.
■ Supervises part-time officers and serves as field training officer, when assigned, for new hires.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
■ Perform other related duties as delegated by Supervisor or apparent.
■ Provides good working habits and a willingness to cooperate with others and contribute in a positive way
to a pleasant working climate.
HIRING AND PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENTS WILL INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING
KNOWLEDGE, SHILLS, AND ABILITIES:
■ Knowledge of local geography, City streets and addresses, business and residential areas.
■ Knowledge, skill, and ability to effectively use personal and departmental equipment.
■ Knowledge of relevant City ordinances and policies and departmental policies and procedures.
■ Knowledge of all departmental directives.
■ Knowledge of, and ability to understand/apply, state and federal laws, POST standards, City ordinances
and policies, departmental policies, procedures and directives.
■ Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures used in law enforcement, police science and
administration, court proceedings, and public safety.
■ Knowledge of relevant radio/dispatch procedures and FCC radio communications requirements.
■ Knowledge of county jail procedures.
■ Knowledge of basic medical and judicial procedures, practices and terminology.
■ Skill in gathering appropriate information through interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects; working
with crime scenes; and contacting other law enforcement agencies.
■ Skill in operating a police vehicle in all kinds of weather conditions and situations.
■ Skill in handling and discharging firearms and ensuring their proper use.
■ Skill in using an appropriate degree of tact and persuasion during numerous and varied interpersonal
communications.
■ Skill in standardized field sobriety testing.
■ Ability to attend mandatory classes and obtain required continuing education credits.
■ Ability to use senses of sight, hearing, and smell.
■ Ability to use several types of vision (far, near, depth, peripheral, color and night).
■ Ability to exert considerable physical effort when required during calls for service or emergency
situations (e.g. subduing others, transporting victims, rescue actions, etc.)
■ Ability to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time; ability to bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, or crawl as
needed.
■ Ability to comprehend/apply federal, state, county, and city criminal, traffic, and other civil laws and
procedures and keep current on changes.
■ Ability to work independently and interact with many diverse groups such as juveniles, minorities,
intoxicated persons, people on drugs, mentally ill persons, and the elderly.
■ Ability to maintain certification as a First Responder.
■ Ability to analyze a variety of problems/situations, oftentimes stressful and during emergencies, and take
decisive and effective action.
■ Ability to use computer, typewriter, tape recorder, and police management software.
■ Ability to prepare routine reports, forms, and correspondence with completeness and accuracy.
■ Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with supervisors and general public and
maintain appropriate level of confidentiality.
■ Ability to transport victims/suspects/others to appropriate medical/crisis facilities.
City Council Approved: 02/15/2011
City of Medina Position Description
POLICE OFFICER
■ Ability to respond to medical emergencies and analyze situation to determine proper intervention
including use of defibrillators.
Machines, tools, and equipment used: Squad cars, MDC's, mobile and portable radios, radar, firearms and other
weapons, cameras and audiovisual equipment, intoxilizer, portable breath tester, defibrillator and other medical
equipment, investigative equipment, computer and office equipment, phone, and numerous other personal and
departmental equipment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
■ Associate's degree in law enforcement and completion of skills training.
■ Valid Minnesota POST license or eligible to be licensed on day of hire.
■ Valid Minnesota driver's license.
■ Must meet all state -mandated and employer -required certifications, medical/psychological, background
checks, and other requirements.
■ Ability to maintain First Responder and CPR certification and attend other continuing education classes.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
■ Experience working in a variety of assignments as a Police Officer.
■ Projects a work style characterized by confidence, energy and enthusiasm.
■ Good public speaker, capable or projecting a positive image.
■ Good listener, capable of empathizing with the concerns of department staff, other city employees
and community residents.
■ Bachelor's degree in Law Enforcement or related field.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed both indoor at the Police Department and in the field. The exceptions include response
to emergency, police or fire incidents and trips to meetings, training, and conferences. Generally, the
position requires light lifting, usually less than 10 pounds, with up to 150 pounds on occasion, climbing
stairs/ladders, and performing life-saving and rescue procedures. Some hazardous materials or chemicals
are exposed to on this job, including toxic materials, blood borne pathogens and other infectious
environments. Other hazardous conditions may include having to deal with unruly or dangerous
individuals, confined or high work spaces, dangerous animals, loud noises, emergency driving, unsafe
building sites and deadly force, traffic control and working in and near traffic, inclement weather, and
natural or man-made disasters.
City Council Approved: 02/15/2011
Agenda Item # 5E
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
DATE OF REPORT:
DATE OF MEETING:
SUBJECT:
Medina City Council
Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator
July 15, 2015
July 21, 2015
Personnel Change for 2016 - City Clerk/Assistant to City
Administrator
General Background
The City of Medina continues to budget conservatively and to spend taxpayer dollars as needed.
This is attributable to the City Council's fiscal leadership and department heads working with
staff members to keep expenses down as much as possible. The philosophy of the City of
Medina has been to keep a small staff with diverse job responsibilities. Employees have taken
on new substantial job responsibilities and have followed through on training opportunities to
take on leadership roles in the organization. These efforts have allowed the City to retain a
smaller staff.
Jodi Gallup completed the 3-year clerk certification program and has continued to grow in this
position. Attached is a proposed updated job description with the added job responsibilities that
are handled by a City Clerk position; Maintains custody of minutes, resolutions, ordinances,
agreements, policies, City Code and all official records and documents and prepare certified
copies as requested, Signs all official documents and serves as custodian of the official seal,
Serves as the Responsible Authority for Data Retention and responds to public data requests.
Develops and maintains a comprehensive plan for utilization of records management principles
in conjunction with current data privacy laws, including retention schedules, storage, historical
documentation, and injuries, losses, and claims. Publishes all legal notices for the City Council
as required by law or ordinance Coordinates notifying property owners of public hearings as per
applicable State and Local Laws. I am recommending a reclassification of the position from
Deputy Clerk/Assistant to City Administrator to City Clerk/Assistant to City Administrator.
The position, pending the outcome of a performance review for 2015 (must meet or exceed
expectations), would receive the same percent wage increase as the other non -union staff in
2016. Mrs. Gallup is meeting or exceeding expectations of performance in all areas including
technical knowledge of the position, exceptional ability to handle detail/organize projects,
provides great leadership for the clerk and elections processes, excellent decision -making and
has high organizational commitment. In my assessment, Mrs. Gallup has delivered extremely
well on meeting the expectations of her duties and adding knowledge since the City invested in
her 3-year clerk certification.
Staff is also putting together a draft 10 year staffing plan that will be discussed at the August
Work Session. I am recommending that the City Planner position be promoted to a Planning
Director position. There would be no change in compensation because the position is already
compensated at a Department Head level. Dusty Finke is also considering other possible
changes for the Planning Department that he will discuss at the July 21s` Work Session.
I encourage the Council to contact me prior to the meeting if you have any questions or
additional comments on Mrs. Gallup's job performance
Recommendation
I recommend a salary reclassification to pay grade 5-6 with a step increase of 2.85%
($66,330 annually) and job description changes for City Clerk/Assistant to City
Administrator Jodi Gallup. All other benefits to be at the same rate as other non -union
employees, in accordance with the City Personnel Policies. The salary reclassification is
recommended to take place with the 2016 Budget on January 1, 2016.
City of Medina Position Description
CITY CLERK/ASSISTANT TO CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Position Title: City Clerk/Assistant to City Pay Grade: Step 5-6, DOQ
Administrator FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT
Department: Administration Work Status: Full-time
Supervisor's Title: City Administrator
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION
Serves as the City Clerk and performs intermediate skilled administrative support work for the City
Administrator and the City Council in order to facilitate the operation of the government. Coordinates
state and local elections, serves as Responsible Authority for data retention and requests, administers
employee benefits, issues municipal licenses, responsible for records management, coordinates public
relations efforts, acts as recycling coordinator and facilitates park and environmental planning. Work is
performed under the general direction of the City Administrator.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION
City Clerk
■ Administers oaths to all elected and appointed officials.
■ Maintains custody of minutes, resolutions, ordinances, agreements, policies, City Code and all
official records and documents and prepare certified copies as requested.
■ Signs all official documents and serves as custodian of the official seal.
■ Notarizes documents for the public.
■ Serves as the Responsible Authority for Data Retention and responds to public data requests.
Develops and maintains a comprehensive plan for utilization of records management principles in
conjunction with current data privacy laws, including retention schedules, storage, historical
documentation, and injuries, losses, and claims.
■ Publishes all legal notices for the City Council as required by law or ordinance. Coordinates
notifying property owners of public hearings as per applicable State and Local Laws.
■ Coordinates state and local elections including preparing notices, arranging for printing of City
ballots and materials, recruitment of judges, election training, staffing polling sites, candidate
filing, campaign finance reporting, and administering absentee ballots.
■ Oversees the municipal licensing process, including the processing of applications and renewals,
collection of fees and review of violations. Recommends Changes to licensing ordinances, as
appropriate. Issues various municipal licenses and permits including but not limited to solicitor
permits, special event permits, tobacco licenses, liquor licenses and private kennel licenses.
■ Monitors legislative issues and actions affecting elections, licensing, data practices, records
management, and human resources and implements any necessary changes to city practices.
■ Attends meetings as needed and provides staff support including recording minutes.
■ Oversees and assembles City Council packets including agendas, minutes, memorandums and
attachments.
■ Provides verbal, written, or electronic correspondence to consultants and colleagues.
■ Creates, updates, implements and audits procedures and policies for the administration department.
■ Reviews policies and city code on a regular basis for compliance and relevance and makes
recommendations accordingly.
Assistant to City Administrator
■ Coordinates various human resource functions such as administering employee benefits and
required notices, implementing personnel policies, hiring processes, and reporting requirements.
■ Maintains personnel files, while being aware of the data privacy act.
■ Maintains the distribution of the City of Medina's Personnel Policies to all employees.
■ Serves on the Safety Committee and coordinates OSHA forms, first reports of injury, and workers
compensation claims
City Council Approved: 2015
City of Medina Position Description
CITY CLERK/ASSISTANT TO CITY ADMINISTRATOR
■ Acts as secondary public relations representative before various outside entities in the absence of
the City Administrator.
■ Attends Chamber of Commerce meetings and business events and acts as resource to local
businesses.
■ Acts as Editor of the Medina Message newsletter and oversees the creation, printing, and
distribution of the Medina Message and intra-office newsletters.
■ Promotes and notifies the public of upcoming events, meetings and other city news.
■ Creates and maintains the entire city website with current events, announcements, and current
information for residents and businesses.
■ Plans and coordinates community events and intra-office functions.
■ Acts as the City's primary IT and communications contact and facilitates trouble -shooting or other
system errors with City's contracted consultant.
■ Assists in coding bills and annual budget planning for various administration department accounts.
■ Ensures collection and retention of all letters of credit, certificates of insurance, and payment and
performance bonds.
■ Maintains address database of all Medina residents and businesses.
Parks & Environment
■ Acts as Recycling Coordinator for the City by attending quarterly Hennepin County meetings,
compiling tonnage reports, applying for annual SCORE funds, and responding to public concerns.
■ Acts as City liaison for the Hamel Community Building; communicates with the Hamel Lions.
Works at keeping the operating agreement and rental agreements current. Answers questions by
the general public relating to the community building.
■ Prepares and coordinates materials for the Park Commission and maintains minutes and files.
■ Facilitates park and environmental improvements and planning efforts.
■ Coordinates the rental of various park facilities and athletic association contracts.
Miscellaneous
■ Provides information and assistance to the public, City Council and City staff on issues regarding
records management, data practices, elections, licensing, city code, human resources,
communications, recycling, parks and other general city information.
■ Perform all other necessary duties as apparent or assigned.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
■ Facilitates work with city interns or part-time employees under guidance of supervisor.
■ Performs other duties as delegated by supervisor or apparent.
■ Provides good working habits and a willingness to cooperate with others and contribute in a
positive way to a pleasant working climate.
■ Represents the City of Medina in a tactful manner that commands respect of the public,
contractors, developers and others.
HIRING AND PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENTS WILL INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING
KNOWLEDGE, SHILLS, AND ABILITIES:
■ Knowledge of general municipal operations, City policies and procedures.
■ Knowledge of City Council processes.
■ Knowledge of, and skill in, the correct use of English in business writing.
■ Knowledge of guidelines/practices related to records retention.
■ Knowledge of data privacy and open meetings law requirements.
■ Knowledge of Minnesota election laws.
■ Knowledge of human resource compliance laws.
■ Skill to communicate with a variety of individuals and handle a variety of customer service
situations.
City Council Approved: 2015
City of Medina Position Description
CITY CLERK/ASSISTANT TO CITY ADMINISTRATOR
■ Skills in the operation of computers and pertinent software packages.
■ Ability to handle detail and follow through in the completion of projects.
■ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, City
employees, and the public.
■ Ability to work independently and plan, organize and prioritize work tasks.
■ Ability to prepare work results with completeness and accuracy.
■ Ability to handle interruptions and concentrate on the task at hand.
■ Ability to handle multiple ongoing tasks and complete work in a timely manner.
■ Ability to occasionally lift, move and/or carry files, deliveries, and storage boxes.
■ Ability to use various office equipment.
Machines, tools, and equipment used: City or personal vehicles, computers, calculator, copier, fax,
scanners, postage machine, multi -line phone system, election equipment, and various other office
tools/equipment. Ability to operate general Microsoft applications and other municipal software programs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
■ Bachelors degree in Office Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration,
Community Development, Public Relations or related field.
■ Three -years of increasingly responsible experience in a local government setting involving general
administration, facilitating/managing projects, processing technical documents, and public
relations.
■ Minnesota Municipal Clerks Institute training and certification or the ability to acquire within
three years of hire.
■ Experience coordinating elections.
■ Valid Class D driver's license in the State of Minnesota
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
■ Previous experience as a Municipal Clerk.
■ Previous experience in communications and graphic design.
■ Previous experience in human resource functions.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Most work is performed indoor at city hall. The exception is trips to meetings, training, conferences and
site visits to other City property. Generally, the position requires light lifting, usually less than 10 pounds,
with up to 50 pounds on occasion. Aside from cleansers for cleaning office workspace, no hazardous
materials or chemicals are used on this job.
City Council Approved: 2015
City Clerk/Assistant to City Administrator - West Metro Cities of Comparable Size
Municipality
Population
Region
1 Organization's Job Title
Range
Minimum
Range
Maximum
Hrs/Week
Union
Reports To
Minnetrista
6296
Metro
Assistant City Administrator
71,718.40
89,648.00
40
No
City Administrator
Corcoran
6000
Metro
City Clerk/Administrative Services Coordinator
56,804.80
69,284.80
40
No
City Administrator
Dayton
5072
Metro
City Clerk
60,092.53
76,036.22
40
No
City Administrator
Orono
7980
Metro
City Clerk
44,595.20
59,446.40
40
No
City Administrator
Rogers
11500
Metro
Asst. City Administrator/Clerk
76,273.59
93,017.60
40
No
City Administrator
Shorewood
7618
Metro
Deputy Executive City Clerk
77,743.00
77,743.00
40
No
City Administrator
°Victoria
6727
Metro
City Clerk
53,705.60
67,662.40
40
No
City Administrator
Waconia
10183
Metro
Assistant City Administrator
76,321.00
89,789.00
40
No
City Administrator
Average
64,656.77
77,828.43
Medina
6000
Metro
City Clerk/Assistant to City Administrator
53,872
73,424
40
No
City Administrator
uty uerK/Assistant
Municipality
t0 Lily mammistrator
Population
Region
- All metr0 Lives or Lomparaole Nze
Organization's Job Title
Range
Maximum
Hrs/Week
Union
Reports To
Range
Minimum
Minnetrista
6296
Metro
Assistant City Administrator
71,718.40
89,648.00
40
No
City Administrator
Circle Pines
5279
Metro
Assistant City Administrator for Public
71,614.40
94,224.00
40
No
City Administrator
Corcoran
6000
Metro
City Clerk/Administrative Services Coordinator
56,804.80
69,284.80
40
No
City Administrator
Dayton
5072
Metro
City Clerk
60,092.53
76,036.22
40
No
City Administrator
Lake Elmo
8326
Metro
Assistant City Administrator/City Clerk
66,625.00
66,625.00
40
No
City Administrator
Little Canada
10036
Metro
City Clerk
63,606.40
75,732.80
40
No
City Administrator
Orono
7980
Metro
City Clerk
44,595.20
59,446.40
40
No
City Administrator
Rogers
11500
Metro
Asst. City Administrator/Clerk
76,273.59
93,017.60
40
No
City Administrator
Shorewood
7618
Metro
Deputy Executive City Clerk
77,743.00
77,743.00
40
No
City Administrator
Victoria
6727
Metro
City Clerk
53,705.60
67,662.40
40
No
City Administrator
Waconia
10183
Metro
Assistant City Administrator
76,321.00
89,789.00
40
No
City Administrator
Average
65,372.72
° 78,109.93
(Medina I 6000
Metro (City Clerk/Assistant to City Administrator I 53,8721 73,4241 40
No
City Administrator
MEDINA POLICE DEPI Agenda Item#SF
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TO: Administrator Scott Johnson and Medina City Council
FROM: Director of Public Safety Ed Belland
DATE: August 5, 2015
RE: Hamel Fire Budget for 2016
Background
At the June 16, 2015, work session, the Hamel Fire Department presented their proposal for
the 2016 Hamel Fire Department budget. They are requesting a 2.2% increase; a total
increase of $5,100 to their operating budget. The 2015 operating budget is $228,115 and the
proposed 2016 is $233,215.
The proposed increases for 2016 include; $1,000 for payroll wages, $1,000 for Radio/Comm
Expenses, and $600 for Equip Maintenance. All of the proposed 2016 increases are fiscally
responsible and necessary based on the growth of the area and the equipment needs of the
Department. Council Member Pederson, City Administrator Johnson, and I also reviewed
the Position Qualification Compliance requirements under the current contract. The Hamel
Fire Department complies with the agreement based on the information from the Hamel Fire
Department's 2014 Year -End Report.
Staff was directed at the July 21st Work Session to bring forward the Budget for approval on
the August 5th Consent Agenda.
Revenues
The only significant revenue change from 2015-2016 is a reduction of $2,000 due to a
decline in public donations and rodeo/gambling fundraising.
Expenditures
Minimal increases totaling $5,100 are being requested for radio, wages, equipment
maintenance and utilities.
Summary
To offset the revenue reduction; Medina's responsibility for the overall operating budget
increase includes the expenditure increase of $5,100 in addition to the $2,000 of decreased
donations. The increase totaling $7,100 or 3.6% would be an overall increasing from
$195,115 in 2015 to $202,215 in 2016. See attachment HFD Proposed 2016 Operating
Budget Revision 2.
Capital
Hamel is requesting $70,000 on their 10 year capital plan for 2016. The number has been
adjusted upward from the 2015 plan based on projected costs and denial of grant funding.
There are three major purchases proposed in 2016; ongoing PPE replacement at $10,000,
overhaul and retrofit of utility eleven vehicle and the purchase of a pumper tanker; which
was proposed back in 2011, but put off during the consolidation talks.
Analysis
Finance Director Erin Barnhart and I met with Chief Ruchti and Firefighter Mario Fabrizio to
review the budget. Over the last six years, the Hamel Fire Department has averaged a 1.6%
increase in their operating budget. In 2012 and 2013 that included a portion from the
Corcoran Municipality; beginning in 2014 Medina became their sole client. In looking at the
call volume, calls in 2016 are projected to surpass the total number of calls that the Hamel
Fire Department responded to with both Medina and Corcoran. In 2012, the total number of
calls was approximately 180 and they are projecting approximately 200 calls for the Hamel
Fire Department in Medina alone in 2016.
Over the last two years, the Hamel Fire Department has run a $5,000 deficit on the operating
side of their budget due to increased calls and equipment that needed replacement or repair.
Over the past five years, the population of the Hamel Fire District in the City of Medina has
increased dramatically by approximately 1800 people. Their call load continues to grow and
they continue to add new personnel to meet the demands. The costs are increasing and from
our analysis, the costs are justified on both the operating and capital side.
Future Concerns
After our meeting with Chief Ruchti and Fabrizio, Barnhart and I discussed the issues that
are facing the Hamel Fire Department. Currently, the fire department funds a portion of their
operating budget, approximately $33,000, from gambling revenue and donations. Those
funds are not guaranteed and are a concern for the future if something would happen to their
ability to earn money on the gambling funds or if the donations continue to drop off they will
be short funds to run their operations. Based on a trend they are seeing they have projected a
decrease of $2,000 in those funds for 2016, from $33,000 to $31,000. We believe that we
need to address this issue.
The second issue of concern is their equipment fund. By contract, we require that Hamel
Fire hold $100,000 in a special revenue fund for major equipment breakdowns and failures,
this is to ensure that they have the ability to get that equipment fixed and back up and
running without delay. They also have a special equipment fund with a current balance of
$215,000, which, in the past, has been used to pay for their portion the capital expenses. This
fund is currently without a revenue source because any money earned as a department goes
towards the operating budget; as time goes on, if this fund goes down it will lead to depletion
and 100% of capital funding will fall on the City. Our concern is that the current path we are
on will lead to this outcome and Medina will be taking on 100% of the cost to replace all
equipment at the Hamel Fire Department.
To address these issues we would like to over time change their funding strategy so that the
gambling proceeds and donations come out of the operating revenue budget and go into the
special equipment fund, supplying a revenue source and potentially offsetting the chance of
depletion. Over time, Medina would have to pick up the entire cost of the operating budget.
This guarantees that Hamel's operations would be funded 100% in the future and they would
continue to contribute to the capital equipment purchases.
2013 2014 2015 Proposed 2016
Fire Services Fire Services Fire Services Fire Services
Hamel $ 144,417.00 53.39% $ 169,400.00 60.04% $ 195,115.00 63.69% $ 202,215.00 63.84%
Loretto $ 96,536.99 35.69% $ 83,266.00 29.51% $ 80,575.16 26.30% $ 82,992.41 26.20%
Long Lake $ 24,420.00 9.03% $ 24,220.00 8.58% $ 24,977.00 8.15% $ 25,726.31 8.12%
Maple Plain $ 5,135.00 1.90% $ 5,238.30 1.86% $ 5,665.00 1.85% $ 5,834.95 1.84%
$ 270,508.99 $ 282,124.30 $ 306,332.16 $ 316,768.67
Capital Capital Capital Capital
Hamel $ 0.00% $ 60,000.00 77.08% $ 60,000.00 76.92% $ 70,000.00 70.00%
Loretto $ 0.00% $ 17,839.00 22.92% $ 18,000.00 23.08% $ 30,000.00 30.00%
Long Lake $ 0.00% $ 6,000.00 7.71% $ 6,000.00 7.69% $ 7,000.00 7.00%
Maple Plain $ 0.00% $ 0.00% $ 0.00% $ 0.00%
$ $ 77,839.00 $ 78,000.00 $ 100,000.00
Total Paid Total Paid Total Paid Total Paid
Hamel $ 144,417.00 53.39% $ 229,400.00 62.68% $ 255,115.00 65.36% $ 272,215.00 64.24%
Loretto $ 96,536.99 35.69% $ 101,105.00 27.63% $ 98,575.16 25.25% $ 112,992.41 26.66%
Long Lake $ 24,420.00 9.03% $ 30,220.00 8.26% $ 30,977.00 7.94% $ 32,726.31 7.72%
Maple Plain $ 5,135.00 1.90% $ 5,238.30 1.43% $ 5,665.00 1.45% $ 5,834.95 1.38%
$ 270,508.99 $ 365,963.30 $ 390,332.16 $ 423,768.67
Hamel
Loretto
Long Lake
Maple Plain
Analytics by Function
2013 2014 2015 Proposed 2016
MV MV MV MV
862,139,500 70.55% 898,302,000 72.17% 998,102,800 73.25% 1,091,236,400 74.32%
191,292,800 15.65% 192,634,000 15.48% 199,230,100 14.62% 201,880,400 13.75%
158,603,000 12.98% 143,825,400 11.56% 151,783,800 11.14% 160,510,500 10.93%
9,977,600 0.82% 9,866,100 0.79% 13,522,300 0.99% 14,678,000 1.00%
1,222,012,900 1,244,627,500 1,362,639,000 1,468,305,300
* Market Values are based on prior year evaluations
Hamel
Loretto
Long Lake
Maple Plain
Calls Calls Calls Calls
126 64.95 % 166 68.31 % 155 68.28
48 24.74% 55 22.63% 52 22.91
17 8.76% 17 7.00% 17 7.49%
3 1.55% 5 2.06% 3 1.32%
194 243 227
* Call numbers come from prior year actuals
Hamel
Loretto
Long Lake
Maple Plain
i
Population Population Population Population
3,857 71.60%
792 14.70%
643 11.94%
95 1.76%
5,387
* Population is mathmatically estimated by district
Housholds
Households
I I
4,507 74.09%
811 13.33%
662 10.88%
103 1.69%
6,083
Households Housholds
Hamel 1,344 71.60% 15.48% 1,533 74.09%
Loretto 276 14.70% 11.56% 276 13.34%
Long Lake 224 11.93% 0.79% 225 10.87%
Maple Plain 33 1.76% 0.00% 35 1.69%
1,877 2,069
* Households are mathmatically estimated by district
Parcels Parcels Parcels Parcels
Hamel 1,952 70.22%
Loretto 476 17.12%
Long Lake 280 10.07
Maple Plain 72 2.59%
2,780
* Parcels are mathmatically estimated by district
Per Capita Per Capita Per Capita Per Capita
Hamel $ 37 14.90 % i
43 18.39
Loretto $ 122 48.49 % 99 42.21
Long Lake $ 38 15.11 % 38 16.03
Maple Plain $ 54 21.50% 55 23.37%
$ 251 $ 235
* Per Capital is calculated by contract amount and population
HFD Proposed 2016 Operations Budget Revision 2
2015
Approved
Budget
2016
Proposed
Budget
Delta
Comments
ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES
31,500
31,500
-
OPERATIONS EXPENSES
179,615
184,715
5,100
Increases in year -year fuel costs, radio
administration, labor, maintenance and utilities
TRAINING EXPENSES
17,000
17,000
-
ANNUAL OPERATING EXPENSE
228,115
233,215
5,100
2.2% increase in budget
NON -FEE FUNDING
Medina Fees (Operations)
33,000
31,000
(2,000)
15% of operations still not being
funded/supported by Medina Fees
Decrease in public donations and gambling
proceeds
195,115
202,215
7,100
3.6% increase in Medina Fees
TOTAL FUNDING 228,115
233,215
5,100
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Hamel Fire Department Capita Equipment Plan .... Proposed 2016 Capital Budget Revision 2
Equipment
Medina Funded
Capital
(excludes other
capital)
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
Ongoing PPE Replacment
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
Utility 11
Overhaul/retrofit
65,000
21,667
21,667
21,667
Command Vehicle
Replacement
20,000
4,320
4,320
4,320
4,320
4,320
Engine 11 Refurbishment
100,000
20,000
20,000
20,000
20,000
20,000
Pumper/Tanker
450,000
38,917
38,917
38,917
38,917
38,917
38,917
38,917
38,917
38,917
38,917
Light Rescue Replacement
200,000
17,296
17,296
PROPOSED Medina
Annual Capital
Outlay
70,000
73,000
73,000
73,000
73,000
73,000
73,000
73,000
73,000
73,000
Projected Annual
Consumption
70,583
74,903
74,903
73,237
73,237
73,237
68,917
68,917
66,213
66,213
Agenda Item # 5G
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Mitchell and City Council
FROM: Erin Barnhart, Finance Director
DATE: Augustay 5, 2015
SUBJ: Proposed Transfers and Assignment of Fund Reserves
Summary
The City's fund balance policy states the goal will be to maintain an unrestricted fund balance in
the General Fund of the greater of (1) 50% of the next year's General Fund property tax levy, or
(2) a minimum of five months of the next year's budgeted expenditures of the General Fund.
For 12/31/14, the fund balance goal is $1,716,461 (using 5/12 of 2015 budgeted expenditures of
$4,119,507). The General fund balance at 12/31/14 was $2,102,951, or $386,490 above the goal.
Transfers From General Fund
Total transfers of $201,000 from the General Fund to various other funds are proposed for 2015.
General Fund transfers out are proposed to include:
• Road Improvement Fund: $101,000 to assist in financing upcoming road projects
• General Capital Improvement Fund: $100,000 for City Hall renovations
Assignment of General Fund Balance
Total assignment of $185,000 within the General Fund is proposed to include:
• Retirement Liability: $65,000 for post -retirement benefits.
• Comprehensive Plan: $80,000 for engineering and planning consultants.
• Health Insurance: $40,000 for potential buy -in costs to self -insure.
Actions Requested
• Approve Resolution authorizing $201,000 of operating transfers from the General Fund
to various other City funds, effective August 5, 2015 and assign $185,000 of General
Fund reserves for the above mentioned costs, effective August 5, 2015.
Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
CITY OF MEDINA
RESOLUTION NO. 2015-
RESOLUTION APPROVING PROPOSED TRANSFERS AND
ASSIGNMENT OF FUND RESERVES
WHEREAS, for 12/31/14, the fund balance goal is $1,716,461 (using 5/12 of 2015 budgeted
expenditures of $4,119,507). The General fund balance at 12/31/14 was $2,102,951, or $386,490
above the goal.
BE IT RESOLVED, by the city council of the City of Medina, County of Hennepin, Minnesota,
that the following actions be:
$201,000 be Transferred from the General Fund to the following funds:
- Road Improvement Fund: $101,000 to assist in financing upcoming road projects
- General Capital Improvement Fund: $100,000 for City Hall renovations
$185,000 be Assigned from General Fund reserves:
Retirement Liability: $65,000 for post -retirement benefits.
Comprehensive Plan: $80,000 for engineering and planning consultants.
Health Insurance: $40,000 for potential buy -in costs to self -insure.
Date: August 5, 2015.
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
ATTEST:
Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk
Resolution No. 2015-
August 5, 2015
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
And the following voted against same:
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Resolution No. 2015- 2
August 5, 2015
Agenda Item # 5H
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Council, through City Administrator Scott Johnson
FROM: Jodi Gallup, Assistant to City Administrator
DATE: July 29, 2015
MEETING: August 5, 2015
SUBJECT: Wine & Beer License
A prospective new restaurant owner who is looking at opening a sandwich shop on Westfalen
Trail has inquired about getting a wine and beer license, but does not want a full on -sale liquor
license. She will have limited restaurant hours and will not operate as a "Bar". State Statute
doesn't specifically allow "Strong Beer" licenses, but it does authorize holders of wine licenses,
who also hold 3.2 percent malt liquor licenses, to sell intoxicating malt liquor (strong beer)
without an additional license as long as the municipality authorizes it by ordinance.
The City of Medina's code authorizes on -sale licenses to sell wine as authorized by Minnesota
Statutes Section 340A.404, subdivision 5, but Medina's code does not specifically state the City
allows holders of a wine license, who also hold a 3.2 percent malt liquor license, to sell
intoxicating malt liquor without an additional license.
Staff has consulted with Attorney Sarah Sonsalla, who helped us with our recent liquor
ordinance amendments, and she recommends adding a sentence to our code to specifically
authorize holders of a wine license, who also hold a 3.2 percent malt liquor license, to sell
intoxicating malt liquor without an additional license.
Recommended Action: Approve Ordinance Amending City Code Section 625 of the Code of
Ordinances Regarding Wine Licenses
CITY OF MEDINA
ORDINANCE NO.
An Ordinance Amending Section 625 of the Code of Ordinances
Regarding Wine Licenses
The city council of the city of Medina ordains as follows:
SECTION I: Medina Code Section 625.03, Subd. 3. (b) (2) is amended by adding the double
underlined material as follows:
(2) Wine. The city may issue an on -sale license to sell wine as authorized by Minnesota
Statutes Section 340A.404, subdivision 5. Holders of an on -sale wine license, who are
also licensed to sell 3.2 percent malt liquors at on -sale pursuant to Minnesota Statutes
Section 340A.411, are authorized to sell intoxicating malt liquors at on -sale without an
additional license.
SECTION II. This ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption and publication.
Adopted by the city council of the city of Medina this day of , 2015.
By:
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
ATTEST:
By:
Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk
Published in the Crow River News this day of , 2015.
Ordinance No.
August 5, 2015
Agenda Item # 5I
STREET STRIPING SERVICES AGREEMENT
This Agreement is made this 5th day of August 2015, 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 August 5, 2015 to October 31, 2016.
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 -Clerk
TWIN CITY STRIPING
(CONTRACTOR)
By
Wayne R. Jones, Owner
RES Specialty Pyrotechnics
MAGIC IN THE AIR
Thursday, July 23, 2015
Jodi Gallup
City of Medina
2052 County Road 24
Medina, MN 55340
Dear Jodi:
We would be delighted to design another fireworks program for the City of Medina on
Saturday, September 19, 2015.
Our proposal indicates size, shell effect, and quantity of shells. The shells listed in our
proposal will be used to design the following segments: Opening Barrage, Main Show
Body, Select Patriotic Shell, Signature Pattern Shell, Multiple Effects Barrage Cake,
and Grand Finale. Our show design uses piled, stacked and multi -break shells. Our
displays are electronically fired for added safety.
Our customer service and communication principles are based on personal
relationships. We listen to your needs and expectations. We then implement them into
your program, resulting in a unique one -of -a -kind show. Our displays are a turnkey
operation and are coordinated with your event. The entire show is electronically fired
for added safety.
Our proposal includes all materials, equipment, certified display operators, necessary
permits, and $5,000,000.00 liability insurance. The total cost will be $4,000.00.
In closing, let me state that I can personally guarantee you a show with a finale so
intense that you will forget to breathe. Please feel free to contact me should you have
any additional questions.
Please feel free to contact me should you have any additional questions.
Sincerely,
Ervin J. Haman
Director of Business Development
RES Specialty Pyrotechnics, Inc.
21595 286th Street ■ Belle Plaine, MN 56011 ■ Phone: 952.873.3113 ■ Fax: 952.873.2859
RES Specialty Pyrotechnics
MAGIC IN THE AIR
DISPLAY CONTRACT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into on this 23rd day of July, 2015 between RES Specialty
Pyrotechnics, Inc. hereafter referred to as the SELLER and City of Medina, hereafter referred to as the
BUYER.
IT IS MUTUALLY AGREED BETWEEN THE SELLER AND THE BUYER AS FOLLOWS:
Service Provided
Date(s)
Time
Duration
Location
Event Sponsor
OBLIGATIONS OF SELLER:
Outdoor Fireworks Display
Saturday, September 19, 2015
8:00 PM (approximately)
16-18 minutes (depending on intensity)
Hamel Community Building; Medina, MN
City of Medina
SELLER shall provide all materials, equipment and personnel necessary to perform the above -mentioned
display.
SELLER is required and will comply with NFPA 1123, Code for Outdoor Display of Fireworks, 2010
edition and NFPA 1126, Pyrotechnics before a Proximate Audience, 2006 edition.
SELLER shall provide show liability insurance in the amount of $5,000,000.00 to cover the fireworks
display and cleanup.
SELLER shall include the BUYER, as co-insured on Certificate of Insurance.
OBLIGATIONS OF BUYER:
BUYER shall provide a suitable location for firing of the fireworks display.
BUYER shall provide and cover all costs for security, safety and cleanup at the display site.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
The terms of this agreement shall begin on the day of the signing of this agreement and shall conclude
upon the completion of the display. This agreement shall run no longer than one (1) calendar year.
However, if before the date of the scheduled performance, the BUYER has not performed fully its
obligations under the terms of this agreement or that the financial credit of the BUYER has been
impaired, the SELLER may cancel this agreement at any time.
In the event the BUYER does not perform fully all of its obligations herein, the SELLER shall have the
option to perform or refuse to perform hereunder, and in either event the BUYER shall be liable to the
SELLER for any damages, compensation or costs incurred including but not limited to attorney and court
fees in addition to the compensation herein.
The SELLER shall retain the right to stop or interrupt the display at any time if, in the opinion of the
SELLER, conditions have become unsafe. In event of rain, fireworks may be rescheduled at a mutually
agreeable date.
21595 286th Street ■ Belle Plaine, MN 56011 ■ Phone: 952.873.3113 ■ Fax: 952.873.2859
Contracted amount: $4,000.00 inclusive of sales tax, if applicable.
Contracted amount includes fire watch and permit fee.
All payments shall be paid by BUYER to and in the name of RES Specialty Pyrotechnics, Inc. in the
form of a company check, certified bank check, money order, or cash.
CANCELLATION:
In the event the BUYER cancels this agreement any time during the contract period, the SELLER shall be
entitled to and receive 25% of the contracted fee for the remainder of the contract period plus
compensation for any pre- and post -production costs incurred.
THIS AGREEMENT is the whole agreement of the parties' above named. No representation inducement
or agreement has been given by one to the other to enter into this agreement other than expressly set
forth herein. This agreement shall not be altered, modified, or amended except in writing by a duly
authorized officer of each party.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereunto set their names on the day and year listed below.
CONTRACT VALID WHEN SIGNED BY AUTHORIZED PERSONS.
BUYER:
Title:
Signature:
Date:
SELLER: Ery Haman — RES Specialty Pyrotechnics
Title: Director of Business Development
Signature:
Date: 7/23/2015
21595 286th Street ■ Belle Plaine, MN 56011 ■ Phone: 952.873.3113 ■ Fax: 952.873.2859
WSB
111111.
&& Associates, engineering • planning • environmental construction 701 Xenia Avenue South
Suite 300
Minneapolis, MN 55416
Tel: 763-541-4800
Fax: 763-541-1700
July 30, 2015
Steve Scherer, Public Works Superintendent
City of Medina
2052 County Road 24
Medina, MN 55340
Re: Fields of Medina Change Order #1
WSB Project No. 02712-070
Steve,
Attached you will find Change Order #1 for the Fields of Medina Park project. The items
include the addition of a basketball goal that was originally going to be done separately by the
City, but the Contractor had a goal available to reduce shipping time. The remainder of the items
include adjustments in actual quantities, with one deduction as well as increases in quantities.
The largest increase in quantity was the import of granular material for the tennis court in order
to get it to the proper subgrade elevation. The subgrade needed to come up about a foot overall.
This may be one item you could go back to the developer for compensation based on previous
agreements you may have had. The change order also includes the addition of a larger area for
the final grading and restoration work to be completed by the Contractor.
If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call at 763-231-4848. Once the change
order is approved, please sign and date the bottom and I will have the remainder of the signatures
filled out for your records.
Sincerely,
WSB & Associates, Inc.
Candace C. Amberg, RLA
Senior Landscape Architect
Attachments: Change Order #1
St. Cloud • Minneapolis • St. Paul
Equal Opportunity Employer
wsbeng.com
1002712-070\Admin\Construction Admin\LTR - Change Order 1 Letter.doc
Contract Summary Sheet
Contract Change Order #1 for:
Fields of Medina Park Development
City of Medina
2052 County Road 24
Medina, MN 55340
To (Contractor):
Sunram Construction
20010 - 75th Ave North
Corcoran, MN 55340
Distribution To:
❑ Owner
❑ Consultant
❑ Contractor
❑ Field
❑ Other
Date: 30-Jul-15
Consultants Project: 02712-070
CHANGES TO THE CONTRACT
(The contractor shall make the following changes to the contract)
#
DESCRIPTION
ADD
DEDUCT
C01.1
Furnish and install basketball goal standard
2,300.00
C01.2
Adjustment in quantities for bid item 1.03 - Export of Excess Soill for an
increase of 103 cy @ $11.80/cy
1,215.40
C01.3
Adjustment in quantities for bid item 1.16 - 4" perforated HDPE draintile
for an increase of 200 If @ $6.30/If
1,260.00
C01.4
Adjustment in quantities for bid item 1.17 - 4" PVC for a reduction of 180
If @ $12.65/If
2,277.00
C01.5
Import and placement of granular material for tennis court subgrade -
330 cy @ $21.60/cy
7,128.00
C01.6
Additional restoration work to include finished grading, seeding and
blanket
9,200.00
TOTAL CHANGE ORDER ADDS AND DEDUCTS:
21,103.40
2,277.00
NET CHANGE ORDER TOTAL:
$18,826.40
Contract Summary to Date
Original Base Bid Contract Sum:
235,856.00
Previously Authorized Change Orders:
-
Net Change of this Change Order:
18,826.40
Total Contract Sum (Including all Change Orders to Date):
$254,682.40
Page 1 of 2
Consultant:
WSB & Associates, Inc.
701 Xenia Ave. South - Suite 300 Signature Date
Minneapolis, MN 55416
Contractor:
Sunram Construction
20010 - 75th Ave North Signature Date
Corcoran, MN 55340
Owner:
City of Medina
2052 County Road 24 Signature Date
Medina, MN 55340
Page 2 of 2
Agenda Item # 5L
CITY OF MEDINA
ORDINANCE NO. ###
AN ORDINANCE REGARDING SITE PLAN REVIEW PROCESSES;
AMENDING CHAPTER 8 OF THE CITY CODE
The City Council of the City of Medina ordains as follows:
SECTION I. Section 825.55, et.seq. of the code of ordinances of the city of Medina is amended
by deleting the stricken language and adding the underlined language as follows:
Section 825.55. Site Plan Review — Application.
Subd. 1. All new commercial, business, and multiple family residential uses and
developments shall require site plan review under this section prior to the issuance of any
permits. In addition, all changes, additions and expansions of existing commercial,
business, and multiple family residential uses and developments shall require site plan
review prior to the issuance of any permits unless the change, addition or expansion
qualifies for review by city staff as a minor change pursuant to Subd. 4 of this
Section.
plan review if the change, when combined with all other changes made since the effective
date of this ordinance, would no longer qualify as a minor change under the applicable
district regulations.
Subd. 2. The owner or developer shall submit an application for site plan review to the
zoning administrator. The application shall be accompanied by the following information
and documentation to the extent it is not otherwise required by another land use
application made by the owner or developer for the same site at the same time:
(a) legal description of the property;
(b) identification of developer and owner, if different;
(c) survey showing property boundaries; existing improvements, including utilities,
drainage tiles and wells; topography of the site and area within 100 feet of the
property boundaries with contours at 2-foot intervals; significant trees and existing
vegetation which would meet ordinance landscaping requirements; easements of
record, including the dimensions thereof; and wetlands;
(d) site plan of proposed improvements showing all buildings, including details of loading
docks; parking areas; driveways; access points; berms; easements; and adjacent
public or private streets;
(e) floor plans and building elevations, including list of building materials, showing a
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sketch or computer -generated image of proposed buildings as viewed from
surrounding uses;
(f) site plan of existing uses on property in non-residential zones adjacent to the site and on
property in residential zones within 720 feet of the site, measured at the closest
point, showing buildings, including loading docks, entrances and other significant
features and illustrating sight lines to proposed uses;
(g) proposed grading plan with contours at 2-foot intervals;
(h) soils map;
(i) tree preservation plan;
(j) landscaping plan, including species and sizes;
(k) drainage and storm water plan;
(1) utility plan;
(m) sign plan;
(n) lighting plan;
(o) table of all proposed uses by type and square footage, including estimated water and
sanitary sewer usage;
(p) schedule of staging or timing of development; and
(q) application fee.
Upon receipt of an application for site plan review, the zoning administrator may determine
that, due to the nature or scale of the development, not all of the above information must be
submitted or that additional information must be submitted in order to allow reasonable
review of the development.
Subd. 3. Upon receipt of an application for site plan review, the zoning administrator shall
determine whether the application is complete. If the application is not complete, the
zoning administrator shall notify the applicant in writing that the application is not
complete and shall specify the additional documentation or information that the applicant
will be required to submit before the application will be considered complete. When the
application is complete, the zoning administrator shall refer the matter to the planning
commission for review.
Subd. 4. Minor changes: (a) The following changes ean may be reviewed and approved by
the zoning administrator or their designee City staff upon a written finding and filing the
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report in the property file that the proposal meets the requirements of the district and is in
compliance with the relevant ordinance standards. The zoning administrator may
determine that review of minor changes by the Planning Commission and City Council is
required if deemed appropriate based upon the nature of the changes. Review by the
Planning Commission and City Council shall be required if made in connection with
another request which requires review, including but not limited to conditional use
permits, subdivisions, and variances.
1. Change in the use of the property if the proposed use is less intense and a more
restrictive use complies with relevant ordinance standards.
2. Expansion of an existing building} by less than 1,000 square feet of floor area provided
the proposed expansion complies with relevant ordinance standards and does not exceed
the greater of the following amounts in a single year:
(a) 10% of the existing floor area, or
(b) 1,000 square feet of floor area.
3. Changes of less than 10,000 square feet to the exterior walls or surface of the buildingA.
the proposed exterior surface complies with relevant ordinance standards.
4. Expansion(s) of the an existing parking lot by which complies with relevant ordinance
standards and which do(es) not cumulatively exceed the greater of the following
amounts within a consecutive 24-month period:
(a) 25% of the existing parking lot area; or
(b) less than 10 spaces or less than 10,000 square feet, whichever is less.
5. Outdoor lighting changes involving 2 or fewer light poles without changing the type of
lighting provided the new lighting complies with relevant ordinance standards, including
maximum output or photometric requirements.
6. Changes to the topography involving less than 1 foot in elevation 1000 cubic yards of
disturbance, provided such changes comply with relevant ordinance standards or —less
than 24,000 square feet of lot area.
7. An addition to exposed rooftop equipment if the addition is less than 64 cubic feet and
complies with relevant ordinance standards.
8. Construction of an accessory structure which complies with relevant ordinance
standards and which does not exceed the lesser of the following:
(a) 20% of the floor area of the principal structure; or
(hb 1,000 square feet of floor area.
(b) A request for site plan review of minor changes shall include all information described in
825.55 Subd. 2, including relevant City fees.
(c) Any person aggrieved by a decision of the staff under this subdivision may appeal to the
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city council. Appeals must be submitted in writing and must be received by the staff within
30 days of the date the staff s written report is filed. The city council shall decide an appeal
within 60 days of the date of receipt of the appeal.
Section 825.56. Site Plan Review - Planning Commission Review.
Subd. 1. Except as provided in Section 825.55, Subd. 4, tThe planning commission shall
review the proposed site plan on the basis of the information and documentation
submitted by the applicant and any other information available to it. The review may
occur separately or in conjunction with any other city hearing or review required under
state statute, this ordinance or other applicable law regarding the same property or
development and occurring at the same time.
Subd. 2. Except as provided in Section 825.55, Subd. 4, tThe planning commission shall
review the proposed site plan to determine whether it is consistent with the requirements
of this ordinance, including the applicable development standards and the purpose of the
zoning district in which the property is located. Following the review, the planning
commission shall recommend that the site plan be approved, approved with conditions or
denied. The planning commission shall forward its recommendation to the city council.
Section 825.59. Site Plan Review - City Council Review.
Subd. 1. Except as provided in Section 825.55, Subd. 4, tThe city council shall consider the
recommendation of the planning commission after receipt of its report and may consider any
additional information or conduct such additional review, if any, as it determines would
serve the public interest. The city council shall make its decision to approve, approve with
conditions or deny the site plan. The city council may condition its approval in any manner
it deems reasonably necessary in order to promote public health, safety or welfare, to
achieve compliance with this ordinance, or to accomplish the purposes of the district in
which the property is located.
Subd. 2. Any site plan approval granted by the city council shall be valid for a period of
one year following final action by the city council or such longer period, not to exceed
one additional year, as the council may specify. After the expiration of that period, the
approval granted by the city council shall be null and void and no permits may be issued
pursuant to the approval. Prior to the expiration of the period, the city council may grant
an extension for good cause upon Medina City Code written request by the applicant.
Subd. 3. An application to amend an approved site plan shall be reviewed under this
section in the same manner as an initial application for a site plan review except that any
change, addition or expansion which qualifies as a minor change as specified in the
standards applicable for the district in which the property is located shall be subject to an
administrative site plan review by the zoning administrator.
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SECTION II. This ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption and publication.
Adopted by the Medina city council this day of , 2015.
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
Attest:
Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk
Published in the Crow River News on the day of , 2015.
Ordinance No. ### 5
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Agenda Item # 5M
Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
CITY OF MEDINA
RESOLUTION NO. 2015-##
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PUBLICATION OF
ORDINANCE NO. ### BY TITLE AND SUMMARY
WHEREAS, the city council of the city of Medina has adopted Ordinance No. ### an
ordinance regarding site plan review processes, amending chapter 8 of the city code; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes § 412.191, subdivision 4 allows publication by title and
summary in the case of lengthy ordinances or those containing charts or maps; and
WHEREAS, the ordinance is four pages in length; and
WHEREAS, the city council believes that the following summary would clearly inform the
public of the intent and effect of the ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the city council of the city of Medina that
the city administrator -clerk shall cause the following summary of Ordinance No. ### to be
published in the official newspaper in lieu of the ordinance in its entirety:
Public Notice
The city council of the city of Medina has adopted Ordinance No. ### an ordinance
regarding site plan review processes. The ordinance amends the requirements in order to allow
more construction activities on commercial, business, industrial, and multiple family residential
properties to be reviewed administratively rather than requiring formal site plan review by the
Planning Commission and City Council.
The full text of Ordinance No. ### is available from the city administrator -clerk at Medina city hall
during regular business hours.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the city council of the city of Medina that the city
administrator -clerk keep a copy of the ordinance in his office at city hall for public inspection and
that he post a full copy of the ordinance in a public place within the city.
Resolution No. 2015-##
August 5, 2015
Dated: August 5, 2015.
Bob Mitchell, Mayor
ATTEST:
Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator -Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
And the following voted against same:
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Resolution No. 2015-## 2
August 5, 2015
Agenda Item # 7A
NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULT NTS. INC.
4800 Olson Memorial Highway, Suite 202, Golden Valley, MN 65422
Telephone: 763.231.2555 Facsimile: 763.231.2561 plannersignacplanning.com
PLANNING REPORT
To: Medina Mayor and City Council
From: Nate Sparks, Consulting Planner
Date: July 29, 2015
Re: Stonegate CD-PUD General Plan & Preliminary Plat
Application Date: May 8, 2015
Review Deadline: September 5, 2015
File No: LR-15-163
BACKGROUND / GENERAL PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Property Resources Development Corporation, Inc. (PRDC) has made an application for a Conservation
Design Planned Unit Development (CD-PUD) General Plan & Preliminary Plat. The applicant is
proposing a 421ot CD-PUD on approximately 170 acres on a property located east of Homestead Trail
and west of Deerhill Road and Morningside Road. A CD-PUD is a type of PUD permitted by the City
where an alternative development plan (including increased density) to traditional zoning is employed in
order to encourage preservation of ecological resources, wildlife corridors, scenic views, and rural
character. The City reviewed the Concept Plan related to this CD-PUD in February.
SUBJECT SITE
The subject property consists of four parcels in the Hennepin County property tax records. The total area
of the properties is approximately 170 acres. The property lies to the west of the western terminus of both
Deerhill and Morningside Roads and east of Homestead Trail. There are several wetlands on the site
including a large wetland area on the northern edge of the property that is greater than 30 acres in size.
There are also areas of steep slopes on the property. The upland areas on the site are predominantly tilled
farmland.
The surrounding properties are residential in nature. The sewered Medina Morningside and Keller
Estates developments are to the southeast of the site. Otherwise, the site is surrounded by rural residential
property. To the west of Homestead Trail is the Baker Park Reserve. To the south is the City of Orono.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN/ ZONING
The property is zoned RR, Rural Residential. The surrounding properties are primarily zoned RR, as
well. To the southeast there are properties zoned UR, Urban Residential and SR, Suburban Residential.
In the Comprehensive Plan, this property is guided for a Rural Residential Land Use. The Rural
Residential designation identifies areas for low -intensity uses, such as rural residential, rural commercial,
farming, hobby farms, horticulture, conservation of ecologically significant natural resources and passive
recreation. This area is not planned to be served by urban services during the timeframe covered by the
current Comprehensive Plan.
In rural areas, the City must maintain a maximum density of one unit per ten acres for all new
development. The City generally utilizes the five acre contiguous suitable soils requirement in order to
pursue this objective. This requirement has maintained the required density in the recent past and the City
monitors rural subdivisions to ensure this standard is continuing to be met.
In the Comprehensive Plan and through the CD-PUD Ordinance, flexibility is permitted for allowing
open space development and maintaining rural character and simultaneously preserving significant
natural resources. This result may take the form of innovative developments that clusters smaller lots on
portions of a site in order to provide permanently conserved open space. Such innovative arrangements
may help preserve the City's natural resources, open space and rural character, while still maintaining an
average overall density of ten acres for each unit.
While the City continues to enforce five contiguous acres of soils suitable for septic systems per lot, the
City also may consider exceptions for open space developments, such as this proposal, that protect natural
features and put land into permanent conservation. However, the Comprehensive Plan states that within
the Metropolitan Council's long term sewer service area (LTSSA), "exceptions will not be allowed to
result in development with a density in excess of one unit per ten gross acres." Maps 5-3 and 5-4 in the
Comprehensive Plan identify this property as being in the LTSSA. The proposed density is approximately
one unit per four gross acres. If the one per ten gross acres limitation is interpreted to apply to the LTSSA
in the aggregate, this additional density will affect the opportunity for the City to grant additional density
for conservation design on other sites in the LTSSA.
A CD-PUD is an option that a property owner is encouraged to consider as an alternative to conventional
development. The City will give heightened consideration to such requests where the opportunities to
achieve conservation objectives are significantly higher than that available through conventional
development. The Open Space Plan identifies this property as being a high quality natural resource area.
The northern portion of the site is identified as primarily a tamarack swamp. Homestead Trail along the
western edge of the site is identified in the plan as a scenic road.
GENERAL PLAN & PRELIMINARY PLAT REVIEW
Minimum Site Requirements
The minimum land area required for a CD-PUD is 40 contiguous acres in the Rural Residential District.
The subject property is 170 acres in size.
Density of Development
The CD-PUD District requires a base density calculation and then allows for additional density as part of
the PUD flexibility. The base density is established by regulations in the underlying zoning district. In the
Rural Residential District, the base density is determined by calculating the number of 5-acre areas of
contiguous soils suitable for a standard sewage disposal system that are located on the subject property. In
addition to the base density, additional density may be granted at the discretion of the City Council. Any
additional density or additional number of dwelling units shall be calculated as a percentage of the base
density. The total number of dwelling units in a CD-PUD development shall be guided by the density
limitations contained in the Comprehensive Plan and may be up to 200% of the calculated base density.
The applicant has provided a yield plan depicting a base density of 221ots. The proposed development
plan includes 421ots which is 190.9% of the provided base density. In considering such flexibility for the
additional density, the City must evaluate how well the project achieves the conservation objectives over
and above what is achievable under conventional development and the amount, quality and character of
conservation area protected.
2
Proposed Lots
The applicant is proposing 42 parcels that range from 1.28 to 2.63 acres in size. Front setbacks within a
CD-PUD may be reduced from the 50 feet required in the RR district, but are required to be 35 feet from
local roads. It does not appear that the applicant proposes to reduce the front setbacks, but staff
recommends that a reduced setback of 40 feet be considered to reduce driveway length and hardcover if
right-of-way width is increased as described below. Side yard setbacks are required to be 20 feet, as
determined by the requirements of the underlying RR, Rural Residential District.
In addition to the 42 single family lots, there are also eight outlots. The outlots include the wetlands,
storm ponds, infiltration basins, and the conservation area. Outlot D is proposed to have a pool, pool
house, and parking area. The pool is intended to be a community pool and would be required to be built
to such standards in the building code including fencing and accessibility.
Transportation System
The primary road entrance to the development is proposed from Homestead Trail in Orono. The property
in Orono is under the control of the developer. This will result in a City of Medina maintained road
within the City of Orono. The road then goes north through the subject site and connects with Deerhill
Road. There are two cul-de-sacs that will need to be maintained as private roads within outlots.
Since the concept plan review, the applicant has reduced the size of the right-of-way of the road to 50 feet
in width from 60 and also reduced the driving surface of the road to 22 feet from 24 feet. The applicant
states that this will provide a low impact development design, lessen impervious surfaces, and also
provide for a better match with the existing Deerhill Road.
Public Works and Engineering staff recommends that the new road be built to City ordinance standards
with a 24 foot wide surface, shoulders, and ditches. This will allow for the proper provision of safe
passage for all vehicles including emergency vehicles, parking (especially during events), pedestrians,
and bicycles while also accommodating for drainage. As proposed, there appear to be drainage features
associated with the roadway that lie outside the right-of-way.
The applicant has stated that they propose the reduced right-of-way width as a result of requests by
neighboring property owners. The width of the right-of-way within this subdivision and the existing
right-of-way width of Deerhill Road to the east of the site are not linked. The City has no plans for
improvements to Deerhill Road at this time. If the existing Deerhill Road were to be improved, which is
not planned for in any capital improvement plans, its improvements would be determined independently
and the road width within this subdivision would have no impact on the outcome of the analysis. This
CD-PUD proposal is a new subdivision and is intended to meet the requirements of the Subdivision
Ordinance, like all other new subdivisions, while the existing portion Deerhill Road is an established road
with a different and unique set of circumstances.
With regards to low impact development standards, reducing the width of the street from 24 feet to 22 feet
would reduce the impervious surface created by the road by approximately 8.3% and the total impervious
surfaces expected on the site (including homes, driveways, etc.) by approximately 3.5%. The reduction of
the right-of-way width could, theoretically, reduce some additional driveway length, but the house pads
shown by the applicant exceed the minimum setback requirement of the CD-PUD district. As such, the
full 60-foot right-of-way could be platted without increasing the length of driveways proposed. Rather
than reducing right-of-way width, staff would recommend that the Planning Commission and City
Council consider a reduced front setback (perhaps 40 feet or the minimum of 35 feet permitted in the CD-
PUD district) if reducing driveway length is of interest.
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The applicant is proposing a trail along the new street extending west from Deerhill Road in the northern
portion of the site. It exits the site to the northwest and in the west central portion. The trail is primarily
adjacent to the roadway but does travel through the interior of Outlot E, which was stated as a preference
during the Concept Plan review. There are trail corridors identified in the City's trail plan for these
general areas. The Park Commission also recommended a bituminous trail connection from Morningside
Road to the main road within the development.
Three lots in the northwest corner of the development share a driveway access off of a private cul-de-sac.
Shared driveways are acceptable for 4 or fewer homes provided the applicant meets the requirements of
the City's driveway ordinance regarding the provision of a reciprocal easement and maintenance
agreement satisfactory to the City that is recorded against all properties. The width shall also meet the
standards required by City regulations.
Utilities
In rural areas, CD-PUD developments may be platted to accommodate home site lots with either
individual septic tanks and all required drainfields/mound systems located on the lot, or individual septic
tanks and primary drainfield/mound system located on the lot with the secondary drainfields/mound
system located in the designated conservation area or other such open space. All septic systems shall
conform to the current performance standards of Minnesota Rules Chapter 7080 and its appendices, or the
amended Rules in effect at the time of installation as well as City regulations.
Secondary drainfields/mound systems may be located in designated conservation areas provided that they
are located within a limited distance of the lots they serve. Construction of septic systems in these
instances shall not result in the destruction of ecological resources. The conservation area or open space
parcel containing the drainfield/mound system must be owned in fee by a common ownership association
in which membership is mandatory. In these cases, the lot should have direct and ensured access to the
area where the proposed secondary site is located.
The applicant is proposing a primary and secondary septic site on each lot within the plat except for one
which has an alternate site within the conservation area. The applicant is also stating that they may wish
to place up to 25% of the secondary sites (up to 10 sites) within the conservation area if needed by the
individual builder on the lots based on their home locations.
There are three proposed septic sites in the plan that do not meet the City's required setbacks to wetlands.
Section 720.05 requires that all septic systems shall be 75 feet from wetlands. Staff would recommend
that this be adjusted and that sites meeting relevant requirements be provided prior to preliminary plat
approval.
Outlot D which houses the pool is depicted with no specific septic sites. According to the Building
Official, the lot is required to have a primary and alternate site or a variance from the septic requirements
would need to be granted. The applicant has stated the possibility of using a holding tank at this site.
Any accommodation for this type of system would require an acceptable maintenance plan including
pumping agreements and record retention. The pool would require plans for management of the water,
possibly including de -chlorination with surface draining or other such methods.
The preliminary plat and general plan of development for a PUD is intended to identify conforming lots
that can be depicted on a final plat for approval. Therefore, the three proposed septic sites which do not
meet wetland setbacks should be corrected prior to any approval. The approved preliminary plat should
also depict all septic sites to be utilized for the development. If the applicant intends to use sites in the
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open space area these sites should be identified and reviewed for conformance with requisite codes and
the objectives of the CD-PUD Ordinance.
As stated during the Concept Plan review, the applicant is proposing Multi-flo pre-treatment systems for
the development. These systems provide an increased level of effluent treatment before being discharged
to the drainfield. In order to operate effectively, these systems may require a higher degree of
maintenance than a standard system. It may be advisable to have the HOA involved in the maintenance
responsibilities, as a result of the increased density and smaller lots being contemplated.
A portion of this site is located within the City's Drinking Water Supply Management Area. The City will
need to register the wells in this area to monitor possible contamination sites.
Grading / Drainage / Wetlands
The lots are primarily intended to be custom graded. The applicant is proposing five storm water ponds
and four infiltration basins in the conservation area for storm water management purposes. The City
Engineer's comments are attached for reference.
There are numerous wetlands on site including a large wetland on the north side. There are four smaller
wetlands that are proposed to be filled and two that will be partially filled primarily to allow for the
construction of the road. During the concept plan review, Staff had recommended minimizing this impact
as much as possible. Two wetlands the center of the site are proposed to be enlarged and are being
considered by the applicant as part of mitigation for impacts. Upland planting buffers and easements are
required.
The wetland delineation for the southern 90 acres of the site is expired and will need to be resubmitted
prior to or concurrent with final plat application in order to verify compliance with regulations, including
base density calculations.
Tree Preservation / Landscaping
Most of the upland of the subject site is tilled farmland. Therefore, tree removal is minimal. Almost all
of the trees that may be impacted were planted by the applicant and are intended to be spaded and
relocated.
The applicant is proposing street trees within the right-of-way where the street is adjacent to open space
areas. The location of the trees is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer and Public Works
Director. Irregular spacing is encouraged for street trees, to avoid the urban appearance that regular
spacing may invoke. Details on the proposed trees and a detailed planting schedule shall be provided.
The selection of vegetation should be guided by the natural community types identified in the City's 2008
Natural Resources Inventory.
Conservation Areas
The minimum required conservation area within a CD-PUD development is required to be at least 30% of
the total buildable land area in the Rural Residential District (or higher depending on the land and
opportunities to achieve the City's conservation objectives). The buildable land area is defined as the
total area of the site minus slopes greater than 18%, wetlands, required wetland buffers, lakes, and land
contained within the 100 year floodplain. After the deductions, the buildable land area is 126.7 acres. A
minimum of 30% of this total would need to be preserved as conservation area. The applicant has
provided a table depicting the method by which they are calculating the percentage of conservation area,
stating that the 38.47 acres of conservation area equates to 30.3% of the buildable land area.
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In the CD-PUD Ordinance, conservation areas are required to be platted into separate outlots. The areas
must be restricted from further development by a permanent conservation easement (in accordance with
Minnesota Statute Chapter 84C.01-05). The easement must be submitted with the General Plan of
Development and approved by the City Attorney. The permanent easement may be held by any entity
defined by Minnesota Statute Chapter 84C, but in no case may the holder of the easement be the same as
the owner of the underlying fee. The permanent conservation easement shall be recorded with Hennepin
County and must specify the entity that will maintain the designated conservation area. The applicant is
in discussions with the Minnehaha Creek Wattershed District to hold this easement.
On Outlot E, the applicant proposes a 2.5 acre "recreation area" on the north side of the trail that appears
to be mowed grass for a recreation area. Staff questions whether this use and landscaping contributes
positively to the quality of the conservation area or whether it would be best to not include this in the
conservation area if the intended use is active recreation. Restoring this area more consistent with the
remaining upland areas would provide a significantly wider connection between the conservation areas on
the east and west of the site. Perhaps this area would maintain its conservation values if used in a very
limited fashion for passive recreation (perhaps limiting mowing and use to a few times per year).
According to the ordinance, conservation areas may be used for preservation of ecological resources,
habitat corridors, passive recreation, and for pasture, hay cropping, and other low impact agricultural
uses. The City may evaluate the density bonus requested based on the amount, quality, and character of
the conservation area protected.
Land Stewardship Plan
Where a CD-PUD has designated conservation areas, a plan for the development, long-term use,
maintenance, and insurance of all conservation areas is required. This land stewardship plan needs to
define ownership and methods of land protection and establish necessary regular and periodic operation
and maintenance responsibilities. The plan also needs to estimate staffing needs, insurance requirements,
and other costs associated with plan implementation and define the means for funding the same on an on-
going basis. This shall include land management fees necessary to fund monitoring and maintenance.
The applicant has provided a memorandum of understanding with the Minnehaha Creek Watershed
District in order to assist in establishing the land stewardship plan. Also, a preliminary land stewardship
plan was provided that identifies areas of reserve and restoration. At the discretion of the City, the
applicant may be required to escrow sufficient funds for the maintenance and operation costs of
conservation areas for up to four years depending on restoration measures.
The land stewardship plan describes an annual fee of $300-$450 per acre of the buildable conservation
area to be divided amongst the homes within the subdivision for the sake of ongoing maintenance of the
conservation area once the restoration is completed and it is established. The ultimate easement holder
will need to be consulted to ensure that sufficient funds are available for the work that needs to be
completed. This amount results in a negligible HOA fee of only approximately $30 per lot per month
once the subdivision is fully built out.
Park Dedication
The subdivision ordinance permits the City to required dedication of land for park and trails, cash -in -lieu
of parkland dedication or a combination of the two. The applicant intends to largely satisfy park
dedication requirements through the provision of trails.
The total area of the subject site is 170.63 acres and after deducting wetlands the buildable area is 132.43
acres. The subdivision ordinance states that up to 10% of this land area may be required for dedication
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for park purposes which would be 13.243 acres. The cash -in -lieu amount is based on 8% of the value of
the land with the minimum cash contribution being $3,500 per dwelling unit and the maximum at $8,000
per dwelling unit. The maximum cash contribution would be capped at $336,000.
The Park Commission reviewed several different trail configurations at their July 15`h meeting. Their
recommendation was to require and east -west trail from Morningside Road to the main road within the
subdivision and then accept the proposed turf trails proposed by the applicant.
On the applicant's submission, there is identified approximately 2,850 linear feet of trail from existing
Deerhill Road to the west of the site. The assumption would be that this would be provided within a 20'
wide easement. Therefore, the applicant is proposing to dedicate 1.31 acres which is 9.9% of the required
dedication amount. Additionally, the trail to the northeast of the wetland would be approximately 560
linear feet, for an area of 0.26 acres (2.0% of the required dedication).
The trail corridor from Morningside Road directly west to the north -south portion of new Deerhill Road
would constitute approximately 1005 linear feet. Again, assuming a 20 foot wide easement, the area of
dedication would be 0.46 acre, or 3.5% of the required dedication.
The City Engineer estimates that turf trail construction would cost about $9 a linear foot and bituminous
trail construction is about $60. The construction of the turf trails would cost about $30,690 (2850 + 560 x
$9). The estimated cost of the bituminous trail would be $60,300 (1005 x $60). This is equivalent to
27.1 % of the maximum park dedication fee. The trail easements are 15.4% of the maximum land
requirement, for a total of 42.5%. The remaining cash -in -lieu fee would be $193,200.
The applicant has also requested due consideration for the private pool and open turf amenities shown on
their plans plus consideration for the conservation areas so that no additional fee would be required. State
statute states that the City "shall give due consideration to the open space, recreational, or common areas
and facilities open to the public that the applicant proposes to reserve for the subdivision." The CD-PUD
district does suggest park dedication as one of the areas where the City may offer flexibility. However, it
should be noted that the proposed pool and recreational area are stated to be for the benefit of only
residents of the subdivision and not the general public. The City Council should discuss what due
consideration would make sense, and lower the $193,200 remaining fee accordingly.
Phasing Plan & Construction
The applicant intends to submit a petition and waiver for construction of the road upon approval of the
final plat. No phasing plan was proposed. However, if the applicant were to intend to plat the
development in phases, the recommendation would be to have the conservation area outlot dedicated with
the first phase and the restoration plan put into effect.
REZONING
With an approval of the PUD plan, the subject property would be rezoned to Conservation Design-PUD
District (CD-PUD). The permitted uses and all other regulations governing uses on the subject land shall
then be those found in the CD-PUD zoning district and documented by the PUD plans and agreements.
Final plans will need to be submitted for review and approval with the final plat application. Failure to
provide plans consistent with the General Plan and Preliminary Plat approvals will render the final plat
application inconsistent with the preliminary plat approval.
CD-PUD REVIEW
The purpose of the CD-PUD District is to preserve the City's ecological resources, wildlife corridors,
scenic views, and rural character while allowing residential development consistent with the goals and
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objectives of the City's Comprehensive Plan and Open Space Report as updated from time to time. The
specific conservation objectives of this district are to:
1. Protect the ecological function of native hardwood forests, lakes, streams, and wetlands.
2. Protect moderate to high quality ecologically significant natural areas.
3. Protect opportunities to make ecological connections between parks and other protected lands and
ecologically significant natural areas.
4. Protect important viewsheds including scenic road segments.
5. Create public and private trails for citizens to access and enjoy Open Space resources.
6. Create public and private Open Space for citizens to access and enjoy Open Space resources.
Additionally, in Section 827.25, the City states the purpose of a planned unit development. It states that
the PUD process, by allowing deviation from the strict provisions of this Code related to setbacks, lot
area, width and depth, yards, and other development standards is intended to encourage:
1) Innovations in development to the end that the growing demands for all styles of economic
expansion may be met by greater variety in type, design, and placement of structures and by the
conservation and more efficient use of land in such developments.
2) Higher standards of site and building design.
3) The preservation, enhancement, or restoration of desirable site characteristics such as high quality
natural resources, wooded areas, wetlands, natural topography and geologic features and the
prevention of soil erosion.
4) Innovative approaches to stormwater management and low -impact development practices which
result in volume control and improvement to water quality beyond the standard requirements of
the City.
5) Maintenance of open space in portions of the development site, preferably linked to surrounding
open space areas, and also enhanced buffering from adjacent roadways and lower intensity uses.
6) A creative use of land and related physical development which allows a phased and orderly
development and use pattern and more convenience in location and design of development and
service facilities.
7) An efficient use of land resulting in smaller networks of utilities and streets thereby lowering
development costs and public investments.
8) A development pattern that effectuates the objectives of the Medina Comprehensive Plan. PUDs
are not intended as a means to vary applicable planning and zoning principles.
9) A more desirable and creative environment than might be possible through the strict application
on zoning and subdivision regulations of the City.
In Section 827.35 Subd. 4, it states that the City must base its action on the PUD on the compatibility of
the plan with the purpose statement above, consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, impact of the plan
on the neighborhood in which it is located, and the adequacy of the following: internal site organization,
uses, densities, circulation, parking, public facilities, recreational uses, open space, and buffering and
landscaping.
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Planning Commission reviewed this application at their July 14t'' meeting. The Commission
unanimously recommended denial of the request. The Commissioners felt that the density bonus sought
was not justified by the amount, quality, or character of the conservation area and that the development
did not meet the objectives of the CD-PUD Ordinance. There were also concerns voiced about traffic.
Eleven members of the public spoke at the public hearing. An excerpt from the draft Planning
Commission minutes is attached for reference.
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POTENTIAL CONDITIONS
The City Council should review the request and consider if the proposed plan meets the intent of the CD-
PUD Ordinance. The Council should also evaluate how well the project achieves the conservation
objectives over and above that achievable under conventional development and the amount and quality of
conservation area protected. If the Council finds that the objectives described above are met through the
amount, quantity, and character of the conservation areas being proposed and the flexibility being
requested, it would be recommended to approve the CD-PUD General Plan, Preliminary Plat, and
Rezoning with the following conditions:
1. Private roads shall be placed within outlots and road maintenance details shall be provided.
2. Shared driveways shall meet relevant standards and include a reciprocal easement and
maintenance agreement satisfactory to the City, which shall be recorded against the
properties.
3. Public streets shall be built to the standards required by City ordinances including a 24
foot wide surface, shoulders, and a 60 foot wide right-of-way.
4. Homeowner Association documents shall be provided for review and approval of the City.
5. Any future phasing plan shall include the conservation area within the first phase of development.
6. All septic sites shall meet the City's setback requirements and septic sites shall be identified for
Outlot D.
7. All septic sites for use in the plat shall be identified on the plans.
8. The entirety of Outlot E shall be planted entirely in a manner consistent with the restored upland
areas.
9. All wells within the City's Drinking Water Supply Management Area shall be registered to
monitor possible contamination sites.
10. The applicant shall obtain and submit an approved wetland delineation for the southern 90 acres
of the subject property prior to or concurrent with the application for final plat. If the delineation,
as approved, identifies more than 1.6 acres of wetlands in excess of those identified on the
preliminary plat, the applicant shall submit an updated Yield Plan. If the updated Yield Plan
identifies a reduction of the Base Density on the southern 90 acres, the preliminary plat approval
shall be considered null and void. Under such circumstances, the applicant may submit a revised
preliminary plat for consideration which adjusts the number of lots accordingly.
11. A wetland replacement plan approval shall be obtained prior to approval of the final plat
application.
12. Wetland buffer planting plans and easements shall be provided.
13. Detailed planting plans and schedules for all landscaping shall be provided for review and
approval by the City Planner.
14. Street tree placements is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer and Public Works
Director.
15. Details on any tree removal shall be provided.
16. The conservation easement shall be in a form and of substance acceptable to the City. The
easement holder for the conservation area shall be secured prior to application for final plat and
be willing to accept the easement in the manner required by the CD-PUD District Ordinance.
17. The applicant shall provide funds sufficient to cover the maintenance and operation of the
conservation areas for four years following establishment.
18. The applicant shall dedicate 20' easements for the trails depicted on the plan and for a trail
segment from Morningside Road to the new Deerhill Road. The remainder shall be cash -in -lieu
in the amount of $193,200.
19. All comments from the City Attorney, City Engineer, and Hennepin County should be addressed.
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20. The Applicant shall enter into a development agreement with the City, which shall include the
conditions described in this approval as well as other requirements by City ordinance or policy.
21. Except as explicitly authorized by City resolution or ordinance, all aspects of this subdivision
shall comply with all applicable state laws, city codes, ordinances, and regulations, and the terms
and conditions of the contingent settlement agreement dated December 18, 2014.
22. The Applicant shall obtain necessary approvals and permits from the Minnehaha Creek
Watershed District, Hennepin County, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, the Minnesota
Department of Health, and other relevant agencies.
23. The application for final plat shall be submitted to the City within 360 days of preliminary
approval or the preliminary plat shall be considered null and void.
24. The Applicant shall pay to the City a fee in an amount sufficient to reimburse the City for the cost
of reviewing the Planned Unit Development, preliminary plat, construction plans, and other
relevant documents.
Prior to any preliminary plat approval, staff would recommend the applicant provide a revised plan
depicting conditions 3, 6, and 7. In order to be considered for the August 18 meeting, these changes
would need to be submitted by August 10, 2015.
POTENTIAL MOTION / COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED
1. If the City Council concurs with the Planning Commission recommendation, the
following motion would be in order, which may be revised: Move to direct staff to
prepare a resolution of denial of the request based on the Planning Commission's
findings of fact [as may be modified by the city council.]
2. If the council finds that the application meets the relevant objectives of the CD-PUD
District and Comprehensive Plan and should be approved, the following motion would be
in order. This motion would not require the applicant to update the plans prior to the City
Council granting preliminary approval, but the approval would still be subject to all of
the terms and conditions.
Move to direct staff to prepare an ordinance rezoning the property to CD-PUD based on
findings that the proposed development meets the objectives of the CD-PUD ordinance
and a resolution granting preliminary plat approval, subject to the terms and conditions
noted in the staff report [as those may be modified or amended by the city council]
3. If the council finds the application should be approved, but only if certain changes are
shown on revised plans prior to granting preliminary approval, the following motion may
be in order. As noted above, staff recommends that conditions/plans be updated and 3, 6,
and 7 be addressed prior to any approvals.
Move to direct staff to prepare an ordinance rezoning the property to CD-PUD based on
findings that the proposed development meets the objectives of the CD-PUD ordinance
and a resolution granting preliminary plat approval but only if the applicant submits a
revised plat and plans making the following revisions: [specify required revisions] or, if
a revised plat and plans are not submitted, a resolution of denial based on the Planning
Commission's findings of fact [as may be modified by the city council.]
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ATTACHMENTS
A — Document List
B — Draft excerpt of Planning Commission Minutes from July 14, 2015
C — Draft excerpt of Park Commission Minutes from July 15, 2015
D — Minutes from Planning Commission Concept Plan Review from February 10, 2015
E — Minutes from Park Commission Concept Plan Review from February 18, 2015
F — Minutes from City Council Concept Plan Review from March 3, 2015
G — City Engineer Comments dated 7/9/2015
H — Building Official Comments dated 6/29/2015
I — Hennepin County Comments dated 5/22/2015
J — Hennepin County Comments dated 6/24/2015
K — Public Comment received (Pflaum/Nadeau/NadeauBurkstrand/Schafer, Alger, Nadeau)
L — Applicant Narrative
M — Applicant Responses to Comments
N — Settlement Agreement
O — Preliminary Plat and Plans
P — Potential Conflict of Interest Memo from Attorney
Project: LR-15-162 — Stonegate CD-PUD General/Prelim Plat
The following documents constitute the complete record of the above referenced request, even if some documents are not attached, or are only
attached in part, to Planning Commission and City Council reports. All documents are available for review upon request at City Hall.
Documents Submitted by Applicant:
Document
Received
Date
Document
Date
# of
pages
Electronic
Paper
Copy?
Notes
Application
5/8/2015
5/8/2015
3
Application
Y
Fee
5/8/2015
5/7/2015
1
Fee
Y
$10,000
Mailing Labels
5/8/2015
5/6/2015
9
Mailing Labels
Y
Narrative
5/8/2015
5/8/2015
11
Narrative
Y
Appendices listed below
Yield Plan
5/8/2015
5/1/2015
3
Appendix 1
Y
Includes Tam Ridge and Stonegate
Traffic memo
5/8/2015
3/24/2015
4
Traffic
Y
Land Stewardship Plan
5/8/2015
5/8/2015
17
Land Stewardship
Y
Conservation Easement
5/8/2015
N/A
15
Conservation Easement
Y
Concept Plan Graphics
5/8/2015
3
Concept Graphics
Y
Includes concept plan and site design
Narrative — Updated
6/19/2015
6/19/2015
13
Narrative-Updated6-19-2015
Y
61 pages with all appendices
Traffic-sightline memo
6/19/2015
6/13/2015
3
Sightline Memo
Y
Minnehaha MOU
6/19/2015
6/18/2015
4
Minnehaha MOU
Y
Preliminary Plat
5/8/2015
N/A
4
Prelim Plat
Y
Preliminary Plat— Updated
6/19/2015
N/A
4
PrelimPlat-06-19-2015
Y
Lot Tabulation
5/8/2015
5/8/2015
2
Lot Tabulation
Y
Alta Survey
5/8/2015
5/7/2015
4
Alta Survey
Y
Plans
5/8/2015
5/1/2015
12
Plans
Y
Includes grading, eros cont, existing
Plans — Updated 6/19/2015
6/19/2015
6/19/2015
10
Plans-6-19-2015
Y
+3 pages existing conditions
Landscaping Plans
7/6/2015
6/19/2015
3
Landscaping Plan
N
Stormwater Calcuations
5/8/2015
5/8/2015
338
Stormwater
N
Includes Soil Survey
Septic Information
5/8/2015
5/7/2015
85
Septic
Y
Applicant Response
6/19/2015
6/19/2015
2
ApplicantResp-6-19-2015
Y
Applicant Response
7/7/2015
7/7/2015
3
ApplicantResp-7-7-2015
N
Documents from Staff/Consultants/Agencies
Document
Document
Date
# of
pages
Electronic
Notes
Building Official Comments
6/29/2015
1
Yes
Building Official Comments
5/15/2015
1
Yes
Police Comments
5/18/2015
N/A
Yes
No Comments
Engineering Comments
5/20/2015
4
Engineering Comments
7/9/2015
2
Yes
Hennepin County Comments
5/22/2015
2
Yes
Hennepin County Comments
6/24/2015
2
Yes
Three Rivers Park Comments
7/13/2015
1
Yes
Planning Commission Report
7/8/2014
8
137 pages w/ attachments and plans
Park Commission Report
7/9/2015
5
41 pages w/ attachments and plans
Public Comments
Document Date
Notes
Electronic
Letter (Pflaum, Nadeau, Nadeau, Burkstrand, Schafer)
N/A
Letter from Stuart Alger
7/10/2015
Letter from Pauline Nadeau
7/29/2015
Y
Comment Cards from 7/14/2015 Planning Commission
7/14/2015
Excerpt from 7/14/2015 Planning Commission
7/14/2015
Excerpt from 7/15/2015 Park Commission
7/15/2015
Medina Planning Commission Excerpt from DRAFT 7/14/2015 Meeting Minutes
Public Hearing — Property Resources Development Corporation — East of Homestead
Trail, West of Deerhill Road — Planned Unit Development General Plan and
Preliminary Plat for a Proposed Conservation Design Subdivision to Include 42 Single
Family Home Lots
Sparks provided additional explanation on the definition of a conservation design subdivision, noting that
there are specific criteria to review such requests against, similar to a planned unit development request.
He stated that the subject site is approximately 170 acres in size and is predominately farmland and
wetland with some sloping. He noted that both Morningside and Deerhill Road terminate into the
property on the east and Homestead Trail is also adjacent the property. He stated that the concept plan
was reviewed at the February meeting of the Planning Commission. He reviewed the base density for the
subject site and stated 42 units would be 190 percent of the 200 percent base density allowed by
ordinance. He stated that the City Engineer had reviewed the proposed access to Deerhill Road and had
found it to be acceptable. He noted that the access into the property would be through Orono, noting that
the property owner also owns the adjacent parcel in Orono. He described the circulation and its
connection to Deerhill Road. He noted that the two cul-de-sacs would be private roads. He stated that
following the concept plan review the applicant had reduced the right-of-way and street width in order to
be more in line with low impact development and to reflect comments made regarding Deerhill Road. He
said staff recommended the roads be built to City standards for safety purposes rather than the proposed
narrower streets. He stated that additional details would be needed regarding the shared driveway and the
maintenance plans for the cul-de-sacs. He provided additional details on the proposed trail alignment and
stated that staff believes there are a number of ways to achieve the goals of the trail plans and therefore
perhaps a connection to the park should be provided. He stated that primary and secondary septic sites
are provided on each lot with the exception of one lot which has a secondary site proposed in the
conservation area. The application also requests the flexibility to shift up to nine other secondary septic
sites into the conservation area. He advised that three lots do not meet the City standards for septic
setback to a wetland. He noted that the City's drinking water area runs through the middle of the property
and therefore the City would need to be alerted to well placement. He stated that the grading will be
custom and done on a lot -by -lot basis rather than grading the entire site at once. He stated that there will
be minimal tree removal, he believed only one tree will be removed due to road placement. He stated that
the final wetland delineation had not been provided but would be provided prior to the final review,
noting that if there are major changes needed to lot placement the application would need to come back
before the Planning Commission. He stated that 30 percent of the buildable area would need to be placed
in a conservation area under the regulations and noted that the request proposes 30.3 percent, which meets
that requirement. He noted that potential conditions for approval were included in the packet should the
Commission recommend approval.
Reid appreciated seeing the details of the settlement agreement but found it confusing that the
Commission would still need to determine whether this application meets the requirements of a
conservation design subdivision.
Sparks stated that the Commission should still do what they are tasked to do as the Commission and
review the application under the regulations of a conservation design subdivision.
Finke stated that every aspect of the application is up for discussion. He provided additional explanation
regarding the potential settlement.
Reid stated that she felt input was given at the review of the concept plan and yet this is still the same plan
coming forward. She referenced the width of the roads and confirmed that the City would like the roads
to be 24 feet in width. She questioned if the City has an opinion on the filling of wetlands.
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Sparks stated that the comments provided in the concept review were to limit the fill of wetlands but
noted that there are procedures you can follow to mitigate wetlands.
Finke stated that on a farm property it is not uncommon to see pocket wetlands that are eventually filled
when developed.
Reid questioned the date of the settlement agreement and it was confirmed to be December of 2014.
Albers questioned the quality of the wetlands proposed to be filled.
Sparks noted that the full wetland report has not yet been provided so that is not known.
Williams stated it is his understanding that under the conservation design regulations, conservation
objectives should be identified and prioritized. He questioned the primary conservation objective for this
application.
Sparks stated that the applicant can provide additional details but believed that the applicant would be
restoring an area that was farmland and on the northern portion of the site, the large wetland is a
Tamarack swamp and would be protected.
Williams questioned the high quality resources that would be protected within the conservation area,
other than the Tamarack swamp.
Sparks stated that area would be restored.
Williams questioned the acreage of the conservation area that was actually buildable. He stated that it is
his understanding that the Commission is supposed to compare the yield plan to this plan to determine if
the benefits provided is equivalent to the density bonus requested.
Finke confirmed that a substantial wetland is within the conservation easement.
Williams stated that under regular development, 22 homes could be built and he is simply trying to
determine if the benefit provided would be equal to the density requested. He stated that when he
reviewed the Comprehensive Plan maps a large portion of this site was considered unbuildable and that
area matches with part of the area within the proposed conservation easement. He questioned if there
would be any limitations regarding the sewer service area.
Sparks stated that this area is identified in the long-term sewer service area. He stated that this
development could make it very unlikely that any other property in that area could connect.
Williams stated that he found the language in the Comprehensive Plan to be confusing in regard to the
long-term sewer service area.
Sparks provided additional information on the interpretation of the language.
Williams referenced Deerhill Road and the traffic study, which was cited by the applicant. He confirmed
that as the applicant proposed, Deerhill Road would not need to be widened or improved. He questioned
if the City had done an assessment on the condition of the roadway as it is today.
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Finke stated that the expectation is that this would cause more trips as the traffic would be doubled and
the City would need to determine if the past maintenance of Deerhill Road could be continued or whether
that would need to be adjusted.
Reid stated that this property is within the rural residential zoning district and questioned if there is
anything other than the size of the lots that is specific to that district.
Sparks stated that the main concern specific to rural residential as a land use under the Comprehensive
Plan would be density.
Finke stated that almost explicitly the conservation design subdivision ordinance language allows an
alternate to what is provided under the zoning in order to provide additional benefit. He stated that the
rural residential regulations would apply with some flexibility as allowed by the City.
Nolan referenced the septic sites, specifically the ten sites that could encroach on the conservation area
and the three additional sites that would encroach on the wetland setback area.
Finke stated that the applicant is requesting a maximum of ten secondary sites in the conservation area. If
these three sites were shifted into the conservation area, they would count towards the ten total.
Nolan questioned what would happen if there are no alternate sites for those three that would encroach on
the wetland setback area.
Sparks stated that there is a potential condition that could require those lots to somehow be amended to
meet that setback.
Williams confirmed that this area was under a conservation preserve area and questioned what happened
to the plantings that were done.
Finke stated that the area was converted back to agricultural uses.
Albers questioned if each home would have a well and whether there is concern with the number of wells
and the placement to the septic.
Sparks stated that there are regulations for well and septic placement. He stated that 12 wells would be
within the area from which the City draws its drinking water but noted that proper monitoring of well
placement could prevent issues from arising.
White referenced the pool area and asked for details.
Sparks stated that the pool would be within a separate outlot that would be owned by the homeowners
association and would have a well and septic. He advised that there were no plans for the septic provided
but noted that a holding tank could be an option.
Jennifer Haskamp, SHC, stated that she has been working on this project with the property owner and
developer for the past three years. She introduced the members of the team who were present at the
meeting. She stated that there is a contingent settlement agreement associated with this property, which
was reached after two years of negotiations, which included the concept plan, which is very similar to this
plan. She stated that they are attempting to develop a plan consistent to the concept plan, which was
attached to the contingent settlement and reviewed the similarities of those plans. She stated that they
have also tried to listen to the comments received from the Park and Planning Commissions, staff and the
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City Council. She stated that approximately 90 acres of the site will be placed into conservation
easement, which is about half of the site. She provided additional information on the roadways and the
proposed connection to Deerhill Road and stated that they are attempting to limit their impact on the rural
roadway. She stated that they are proposing a width of 22 feet for the roads in order to limit the
impervious surface and improve infiltration. She referenced septic systems and stated that as drawn today
41 out of 42 lots have their primary and secondary sites on their lots, which was done in order to address
the concerns expressed during the concept plan review. She stated that they are requesting the flexibility
of nine more of secondary sites to be relocated into the conservation area because some of the lots are
challenging. She noted that only the secondary sites would possibly be located within the conservation
easement, and that all primary site would be within the lots. She stated that the likelihood of a secondary
site being used is very small and if it were placed within the conservation easement, prairie grass would
be planted and you would not be able to distinguish the septic site by eye. She stated that a septic system
has not been identified for the pool lot as the system would need to be sized to the use and demand. She
explained that the initial recommendation had been to install holding tanks until the usage can be
determined and an appropriate sized system would then be installed. She briefly summarized the details
of the landscaping plan and amenities. She provided additional details regarding the active restoration
plan and the reserve areas. She provided brief details regarding the input of the Watershed on the
conservation areas. She stated that they would like to maintain the rural character and would not be
interested in creating a suburban character. She stated that over 52 percent of the gross site would be
preserved which they feel meets the intent of the conservation design subdivision ordinance and fulfills
the requirement of park dedication. She stated that under the contingent settlement agreement they agreed
to follow the State rules and explained that under the State rules there are no wetland setbacks.
Murrin questioned if the pool area would have a clubhouse or a restroom.
Haskamp confirmed that intent would be to have a small restroom facility with a patio area that would
perhaps have a refrigerator for residents to put snacks in.
Murrin questioned and received confirmation that there would be a homeowners association (HOA). She
questioned if the HOA would manage the septic systems.
Haskamp stated that the HOA would have specific duties outlined and there would be a list of regulations
for homeowners to manage their septic systems. She stated that the HOA would have the power to step in
in the event that a homeowner does not maintain their system.
Williams referenced a traffic impact report and asked if there was a report requested for the intersection
of Homestead Trail and Highway 6.
Haskamp stated that they did not prepare the report and have been in communication with Hennepin
County. She stated that the County's concern was regarding the access point in general and in proximity
to the intersection but not with the number of trips generated.
Williams stated that traffic does get backed up at that intersection, especially during the school year, and
questioned the impact that stacking would have on the ability to get in and out of the development. He
stated that the impact report for Deerhill estimated that 25 percent of the traffic would use that access but
questioned the impact that stacking could have on traffic choosing instead to use Deerhill if there is
stacking at the other access point.
Haskamp stated that when the traffic engineer looked at the situation he made a judgement based on the
layout of the development to determine roughly the percentage of traffic that would use either access
point.
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Albers stated that Highway 6 is very busy when he drives his children to school, and believed that the
number of trips that will utilize Deerhill Road was grossly underestimated. He believed that the
percentages would be reversed with 75 percent using Deerhill and only 25 percent using the other access
point.
Haskamp stated that the traffic engineer that they used is very familiar with this area and she is confident
with the information he provided.
Albers referenced the creek bed, which is dry, and questioned if that would be grass or another material
such as stone or rubble.
Haskamp stated the idea is that it would be architecturally designed with boulders and outcroppings and
would convey some of the excess water in a 100-year storm event.
Albers referenced lot four and questioned if there is concern with the septic locations as the two identified
back up to the creek bed.
Haskamp provided additional information regarding the orientation of the septic systems and noted that in
that case there is sufficient space to place a retaining wall as well.
Reid stated that there was a reference to private trails and public trails and stated that it appears that most
of the trails proposed will be private trails.
Haskamp stated that the proposed trails would be public and are consistent with the 2014 Park Trails
Master Plan.
Reid asked whether the recreation area would be public or private.
Haskamp replied that the area would be private and would be managed by the HOA. She noted that
would be a passive recreation area with no structures or equipment.
Murrin questioned if the passive recreation area is included in the 30 percent that would be placed in the
conservation easement.
Haskamp confirmed that is correct and explained that the City's regulations provide a list of acceptable
activities within the conservation easement, such as recreation.
Nolan stated that he was not present at the concept review and recognizes that there is a contingent
settlement agreement but explained that as a Commissioner he is tasked to use the conservation design
district rules to apply evenly to all applications. He stated that the applicant is asking for close to the
highest density allowed under the conservation rules, at 190 percent out of 200 percent; providing a trail,
which is also provided under normal development, and providing an additional trail; restoring prairie
grass that had been prairie grass six to seven years ago; and the area that will be conserved is 30.3
percent, noting that the minimum amount that must be conserved under the rules is 30 percent. He asked
why the Commission should be considering a near maximum density request when the conservation
efforts appear to be near the minimum.
Haskamp referenced a table on page nine of the submittal, which shows that of the 170-acre parcel, 38.47
acres of upland buildable land would be in the conservation easement. She stated that in a normal
development, the wetland and wetland buffers become privatized and the quality can be degraded. She
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stated that wetland buffers are buildable and therefore nearly eight acres of wetland buffer area will also
be conserved that is not necessarily required in additional to the 38.47 acres. She stated that the
contiguous area of open space makes prairie grass successful and that would be uniquely provided in this
parcel. She stated that it is a labor of love to install a prairie and make it successful and viable in the
long-term. She stated that the conservation design ordinance specifies both public and private trails and
noted that they worked together with the Minnehaha Creek Watershed to design private turf trails in a
design which will assist in making the prairie restoration successful and improving the wetlands and
water quality.
Nolan referenced property in the northwest corner that would not front on a road and noted that it
appeared to be an effort to pack in additional lots. He asked for additional information on how that would
be an aspect of conservation design.
Haskamp stated that originally, there had been cul-de-sacs and when working with staff it had been
suggested to shorten the cul-de-sacs lengths to reduce the impervious surface. She explained that
shortening the cul-de-sacs changed the design to have a shared driveway for the one lot.
Reid stated that the contingent settlement references a main arterial road and questioned if that is the
serpentine road that starts at Homestead Trail and continues through to Deerhill Road.
Haskamp confirmed that is correct.
Williams questioned why the prairie grass was plowed to begin with.
Haskamp stated that the property had been under the CRP program and once the ten-year period expires
the property owner may use the land for economic purposes and that is why the land was used for
agricultural purposes.
Williams questioned if there is a map that highlights the buildable land and the definition of five
contiguous acres of suitable soils.
Haskamp stated that information is provided on a map and confirmed that information identifies the 22
lots that would be available under normal development standards.
Williams referenced the yield plan and stated that the map provided does not appear to identify the
buildable area on it.
Haskamp provided additional information on the coloring and marking of the map.
Nolan opened the public hearing at 8:50 p.m.
Nolan referenced a letter received by the City Planner dated July 10th from Stuart Alger, an attorney for
Steven Pflaum, which will be a part of the public record.
Steven Pflaum, 2725 Deerhill Road, stated that his property abuts the subject property and he generally
supports the development. He referenced the eastern buffer woods that will be preserved and would not
normally be preserved under normal development. He stated that he also supports restricting the width of
the road through the subdivision, which he believed would be a better fit to the existing Deerhill Road,
which is a historic road. He stated that his main concern is preserving the current character and
configuration of Deerhill Road as a historic farm road. He noted that there has been a petition signed by
those that do not support the upgrading or changing the configuration of Deerhill Road.
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Nolan asked for confirmation that the issue regarding upgrading was the width and that he would not be
opposed to the paving of the road.
Pflaum confirmed that the residents would not be opposed to the upgrading of the surface of the road.
Stuart Alger, who in representation of the Pflaums, stated that the Pflaums do support the development
but do not want the road widened in conjunction with the project. He stated that they would like to keep
the right-of-way width at 50 feet with a road width of 22 feet paved. He stated that the City ordinance
provides discretion to approve road widths less than the standard if traffic conditions permit. He stated
that the Pflaums have met with Stonegate and appreciate their willingness to work together and preserve
the wooded forest area.
Kylie Schefers, who spoke in representation of Barb Burkstrand who lives adjacent to the proposed
project north of the Pflaums, stated that the property owner had concerns with erosion control and how
that would be handled towards her property. She stated that she has concern with the septic areas and
how that would be cleaned up if it does go into the secondary sites. She stated that the property owner
generally supports the request but also had concern with construction equipment that could possibly be
traveling on Deerhill Road.
Nolan referenced the north side of the property that appears to be within the conservation area and
questioned if that would be prairie grass.
Haskamp stated that all the areas within the restoration area would be prairie grasses and the existing
hardwood areas would be protected and would not be touched.
Nolan asked for additional information on the staged grading and how the equipment would access and
exit the site.
Haskamp replied that the roadway would be constructed at one time. She stated that the individual sites
would be graded carefully as they are constructed because of the septic sites. She stated that the lots are
still fairly large and there is plenty of space on the rear of most of the lots for proper grading and water
handling.
Nolan asked for clarification on what would happen under the HOA or development agreement once the
lot is sold.
Haskamp stated that there are certain sites that have aspects that need to be protected and noted that
additional measures, such as deed restrictions would apply.
John Septer, who spoke in representation of Judah and Hannah Buckley, stated that the presentation
referenced that the project has been worked on for years. He asked that the Commission and applicant
consider additional details tied into the conservation elements in regard to the subdivision, specifically as
it applies to the neighboring properties. He referenced an open area near where the new Deerhill would
be constructed and stated that there are homes in that area. He expressed concern with headlights shining
into homes and traffic noise. He stated that the rural character is important to this area and under
conservation design and believed that a vegetative landscaping screen should be installed. He stated that
the road speeds should also be managed to reduce emissions and road noise. He suggested placing speed
bumps and limiting that section of Deerhill Road to 15 miles per hour. He echoed the comments of
Pflaum applauding the developer for wanting to preserve and maintain the rural elements.
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Linda McGinty stated that she lives in Morningside, which is denser than what is proposed for this
development. She questioned who would be plowing this neighborhood and received the response that
the public roads would be the responsibility of the City while the private cul-de-sacs would not be the
responsibility of the City. She questioned if the Watershed provided rate control and infiltration
assessments and received confirmation that had been done. She questioned who would be responsible for
checking the septic systems and received the response that the HOA would take an active role and the
City would also require proof that the system had been cleaned once every two years.
Finke noted that the system proposed actually had more stringent maintenance and monitoring
requirements.
McGinty questioned if the City would require a development agreement with escrow and warranties and
received confirmation that would be required as well. She also confirmed that the prairie restoration
would be covered in the development agreement. She received confirmation that homeowners would be
allowed to have swimming pools. She questioned if busses will travel into the development and whether
routes had been examined.
Nolan stated that would be the decision of the School District and noted that would be a public road.
McGinty stated that quality of life is not something that can be put into a concept plan or development
agreement but is something that is important to the residents of Medina. She stated that preserving rural
character is important to the community and the only way to do that is to limit growth. She stated that
people live here because of the rural character and the good school district. She hoped that idea is kept at
the forefront of the Commission's mind.
Nolan stated that he believes that everyone cares about the quality of life and that is why they live here
but noted that they work under the planning and zoning rules as people have the right to develop their
property.
Chad Grochowski, 1265 Maplewood Drive, stated that he lives adjacent to the far southeastern corner of
the property, which is the one property with a proposed alternate septic system and asked for additional
information on the alternative septic system. He stated that his well is on his far western border, which is
near that area of the conservation area. He questioned if it is the preference of the homeowner to use an
alternate septic system noting that area is within a treed area and believed the applicant stated that the
wooded areas will be preserved. He questioned if the septic site could be nearest to the home being
constructed rather than closest to his home. He noted that there are additional lots that are along his
western border and questioned if those lots would be part of the alternative septic system as he was
concerned with septic systems near his well.
Haskamp stated that the development agreement can specify that no more than a set number of septic sites
could be within the conservation easement. She stated that would not be an alternative septic system but
would be a secondary septic site, which is to be used only in the event that the primary site fails, or cannot
be used. She stated that none of the secondary sites would be constructed when the primary site is. She
explained that the secondary sites would be planted with the prairie grass and would simply be protected
in the case a primary site fails. She stated that the preference is to keep the primary and secondary septic
sites on the lot, if at all possible. She referenced the site the resident referenced and noted that they would
look at the placement of his well as required under State law to ensure that the septic is placed the
sufficient distance from the well. She believed the marked area is within the planted trees and not the
hardwood forest.
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Murrin referenced the septic location on lot five and stated that it appears to be outside of a suitable soils
area. It was noted that the soils map is based on county -wide, and that it may be possible that
circumstances on an individual lot may differ slightly.
Clarkson Lindley, 1588 Homestead Trail, spoke in representation of his family and stated that his concern
is with the overall density and the number of septic and well systems and the affect that would have on
the groundwater. He stated that many of the drain fields are adjacent to another lot line or a conservation
easement, which he did not feel met the purpose of a conservation easement. He stated that he has
concern with a possible drawdown of the groundwater, which would affect his well.
Nolan stated that there are State guidelines as to how close wells can be placed to another well or septic
system and confirmed that the applicant would follow those rules.
Amy Alworth, 1602 Homestead Trail, echoed the comments of Linda McGinty and stated she also
believed that it is important to preserve the rural characteristic of Homestead Trail. She was also
concerned with the traffic as Highway 6 already backs up from the school. She stated that she would
prefer the 22 homes allowed under the Comprehensive Plan and would not want to see this high density.
Kristin Chapman, 1910 Iroquois Drive, stated that she is not directly affected as her home is not adjacent
to the property. She stated that residents that are not next to the development are still affected as this
would increase traffic on Willow Drive and other roads as well. She referenced the rural character of the
City and stated that at these density volumes there would be additional traffic lights and four way stops at
several intersections. She did not believe that only 25 percent of the development traffic would utilize
Deerhill Road and believed that the traffic backup on Highway 6 would cause residents of that
development to instead use Deerhill Road. She stated that as the City has grown over the past 20 years
she has seen the enforcement of City rules to be very poor and would like to see that when the
development is ultimately approved there are enforcement mechanisms to ensure that the terms are agreed
upon regarding septic systems, restoration of the prairie, and long-term trail maintenance.
Cindy Piper, 2905 Willow Wood Farm Road, stated that she can guarantee that the trails as delineated on
the plan would cause complaints from homeowners about horse poop on the roads. She stated that there
are other ways to route the trails. She referenced the HOA and stated that once the developers leave the
homeowners would be required to take over and would be tasked to do the work that the developers hope
they would. She asked that the City review the terms of the HOA and questioned when the HOA would
take over, whether that would be when the development is 50 percent complete or 80 percent complete.
She asked that the City carefully review the HOA.
Nolan questioned the role of the City in creating and/or managing an HOA.
Finke stated that the City reviews HOA covenants pretty closely to determine how they compare to the
City regulations and stated that they would be looking closely in regard to the long-term maintenance of
the conservation areas. He stated that if tied to a condition the terms of the HOA cannot be changed
without approval of the City.
Reid questioned if there is enforcement if the items are not followed through on.
Finke confirmed that would be enforceable.
Danny Nadeau, 2632 Deerhill Road, stated that he is present in representation of his parents Bud and
Pauline. He agreed with the comments of Pflaum regarding the rural characteristics of Deerhill Road,
noting that the road functions well for the people that it currently serves. He stated that if the roadway is
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opened up there would be major changes needed. He stated that his mother recommends that the City
study and look at the possibility of having an entrance to Old Crystal Bay, rather than Deerhill, which
would solve a number of issues. He stated that his mother also had an issue with the trail construction
that is planned along Deerhill and questioned if there would be a plan to make that connection all the way
down Deerhill. He stated that the conservation easement is really nice but a trail along Deerhill might be
difficult to accomplish.
Finke stated that the Park and Recreation Commission will consider the issue of trails at their meeting the
following night.
Nolan closed the public hearing at 9:35 p.m.
Reid questioned what the applicant would do if the City does not approve the additional flexibility for the
secondary septic sites.
Haskamp stated that they would ask why the City would take that position, since the conservation design
ordinance permits secondary sites. She stated that they would bring the request to the City Council in
hopes for a different answer.
Nolan questioned if there are alternatives that have not yet been explored if the alternate secondary sites
are not allowed within the conservation easement.
Haskamps stated that they have demonstrated that on 41 of 421ots a primary and secondary septic
location can be placed within the lots. She stated that on the last lot the alternative may be to relocate the
lot where it was on the concept plan near the Pflaum property as the lot would have a primary and
secondary septic location within the lot lines.
Nolan asked why the applicant is asking for the flexibility when 41 out of 421ots have already been
identified within the lots and questioned why then the flexibility is needed.
Susan Seeland, applicant, stated that they would use that as a backup plan because things happen during
development and the best laid plans do not always work as planned. She stated that the odds of ever
having to use a secondary site with a multi -flow system is very low. She stated that they are doing the
best that they can and simply want to ensure that if there is a problem there is an alternative.
Murrin referenced lot five and questioned if she understood correctly that if the secondary site is needed
for that lot the lot lines would be reconfigured if the additional flexibility is not provided.
Haskamp stated that is not correct and explained that lot number five does not have a primary and
secondary location within the lot lines and therefore if the flexibility is not given, the lot would be
relocated to its original location on the concept plan adjacent to the Pflaum property.
Murrin received confirmation that if relocated lot five would then be in the area marked as a conservation
easement and questioned if that would then decrease the 30.3 percent marked as conservation easement.
Haskamp stated that the percentage would not be decreased as the existing location of lot five would then
be added to the conservation easement.
Reid referenced the cost of monitoring the well location to ensure that other water supplies are not
affected. She stated that there is concern regarding the additional stress that would place on the water
supply in addition to the number of septic systems that would be added in proximity to wells.
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Albers stated that he has concern regarding the exit to Deerhill Road as the traffic level will be highly
increased on that roadway. He stated that he drove down Deerhill Road recently and it reminds him of
being up north because of the rural characteristics and would hate to lose that because of this
development.
Williams stated that he tends to review the issue from a larger perspective and stated that from a
conservation design standpoint priority resources need to be identified that are being preserved, which has
been identified as the Tamarack swamp and forest. He noted that under the plans for what could be
developed under regular development there would be eight homes placed in that high quality resource
area. He stated that when comparing the proposed conservation plans to the plans that would be allowed
under regular development there are 15 homes in the high quality resource area under the conservation
design. He did not understand how doubling the number of homes within that area marked as a high
quality resource advance any conservation objective. He stated that he walked the site and there are
significant slopes that would direct runoff into the Tamarack swamp. He noted that there are buffers
proposed that would not be provided through regular development. He questioned the tradeoff that would
be received for the extra buffers, noting that there would simply be area preserved to the south that is
currently crops. He stated that the applicant already dug up the established prairie once and questioned
what would stop the applicant from doing that again in the future. He stated that he did not see the
application meeting a number of objectives of the conservation design ordinance. He stated that the
density requested far exceeds the benefit the City would be receiving. He was also concerned with the
added traffic this would add to the Homestead and Highway 6 intersection and also believed that the
added traffic would require Deerhill Road to be upgraded to handle that traffic.
Murrin believed that if this moves forward an importance should be placed on the HOA covenants and the
enforcement of that, specifically regarding the septic systems. She stated that it seems to make sense that
the neighborhood would need an additional access point but did not believe that Deerhill Road could
handle that extra traffic. She stated that although the City would be gaining a conservation easement she
did not see that the minimum allowed conservation easement would equal the maximum density allowed.
White stated that she did not feel that the maximum density would be justified by what the City would be
receiving in return. She stated that the viewshed from Homestead Trail is important and had concern.
She also had concern with the added stress this would place on Deerhill Road. She stated that she did not
feel that this application meets all of the objectives for a conservation design subdivision.
Muffin stated that if there were only 22 homes exiting onto Deerhill Road that would place a significantly
less amount of stress on the roadway.
Nolan echoed the comments that he did not see that the primary benefits would justify the maximum
allowed density. He stated that this process has to be give and take and acknowledged that 38 acres is a
lot of land and the size of this parcel allows something more meaningful to be done. He stated that he
sees a lot of property that does not have street frontage and in the spirit of conservation it seems that the
applicant is attempting to fit in extra lots. He stated that the applicant is also asking for additional
flexibility with the septic sites. He stated that if this site is so tight that additional leeway must be given
to allow septic sites within the conservation easement perhaps that is not the best application of the
conservation design ordinance. He stated that another property owner is present tonight listening to this
discussion because he has brought forward similar conservation design plans. He stated that his message
must be consistent in that this is an incentive program and the more the applicant gives to the City, the
more the City can give to the applicant. He stated that even 20 houses would change the character of
Deerhill Road. He stated that when looking at the proportionality of what is being asked for must be
considered and more must be given in return for requesting the maximum density allowed. He stated that
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when talking about conservation he would like to see that conservation is not lost in translation. He stated
that Medina is rural and there is a method for this to work, but it must be equal on both sides. He stated
that perhaps this plan could work if a few amendments were made to reduce the density.
Murrin questioned if the development could be planned to not access Deerhill Road. It was confirmed
that could not be done.
Nolan stated that as nice as Deerhill Road is that would not be the first road in Medina that needs to be
updated.
Motion by Williams, seconded by Albers, to recommend denial of the Conservation Design -Planned
Unit Development General Plan, Preliminary Plat and Rezoning subject to the findings that were provided
during the discussion, that the objectives of the conservation design ordinance are not met through the
application. Motion carries unanimously. (Absent: Foote)
Finke stated that the City Council will review this item at their meeting on Wednesday, August 5th.
Nolan briefly recessed the meeting at 10:00 p.m.
Nolan reconvened the meeting at 10:03 p.m.
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1) Stonegate CD-PUD General Plan & Preliminary Plat — Park Dedication Review
Finke presented the staff report for Stonegate (Property Resource Development Corporation,
Inc.), which has applied for a Conservation Design Planned Unit Development (CD-PUD)
General Plan and Preliminary Plat. The applicant is proposing a 421ot CD-PUD on
approximately 170 acres on a property located east of Homestead Trail and west of Deer Hill
Road and Morningside Road. The primary access to the site would be off Homestead Trail,
though the development would connect to Deer Hill Road.
Finke explained that under a CD-PUD the code allows more flexibility than the regular
standards in order to act as an incentive to preserve ecological resources, wildlife corridors,
scenic views, and rural character. He noted that the CD-PUD allows a benefit of up to 200%
of the density allowed in a standard Rural Residential subdivision.
Finke noted that the subject site is predominately farm field and wetlands. He noted that Deer
Hill Road and Morningside Road both terminate on the eastern side of the property and the
property is adjacent to Homestead Trail on the west. The City of Orono is to the south of the
site.
Finke stated that the property is zoned Rural Residential and it is guided for Rural
Residential in the Comprehensive Plan. He noted that rural development is allowed at an
aggregate of one unit per ten acres and one unit per five acres of suitable soils, but the CD-
PUD allows flexibility including density bonus.
Finke stated that the proposed 421ots range between 1.28 to 2.63 acres in size, plus the pool
lot. He noted that the base density would allow for approximately 221ots. The CD-PUD
allows up to 200% bonus based on how well the proposed development achieves
conservation objectives over conventional development and the applicant is proposing 190%
bonus.
Finke stated that 30% of the total buildable area is required to be in conservation areas and
the applicant is proposing 30.3% of buildable area which is 38.47 acres and an additional 36
acres of wetlands and 8 acres of wetland buffer. He noted that outlot E contains recreational
area. He explained that conservation areas should be interconnected and conservation
easements must be provided over the area and held by a qualified entity. He also noted that a
preliminary land stewardship plan had been provided by the applicant.
Linck questioned if all the wetlands would be protected in the conservation easement. It was
noted that all the remaining wetlands would be protected.
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Finke stated that the applicant is proposing a turf trail to the west and north which is
generally in alignment with the proposed trail in the Comprehensive Plan. It was noted that
the Comprehensive Plan also showed a natural study area on the northern portion of the
property. Three trail corridors in the Comprehensive Plan were included in the Master Park
and Trail plan and two of the trail corridors were not included in the Master Plan.
Finke explained for Park Dedication purposes, the city can require 10% of the buildable land
which would be 13.24 acres, 8% of the market value at a maximum of $336,000 or a
combination. He explained the number for various possible dedication options:
• Deer Hill Trail segment and NE corner = 1.57 acres (11.9%)
• Connection to Morningside
o North -South Option A = 0.89 acres (6.7%)
o East-West Option B = 0.46 acres (3.5%)
• Connect between Option B and applicant proposed trails 0.95 acres (7.2%)
• Paving Option B is approximately 17.9% of total dedication
It was noted that Minnehaha Watershed District will likely hold the conservation easement
and they were concerned with Option A because it bisects the conservation area. They were
okay and less concerned with Option B.
Finke noted that the applicant has requested turf trails, private amenities and that the
protected conservation areas be considered when calculating park dedication and that no
additional fee be charged.
Finke reviewed CD-PUD objectives and stated that the Planning Commission recommended
that the applicant did not meet these CD-PUD objectives.
Pearson asked that the applicant define their open spaces, wooded acres, restored prairies,
and wetlands.
Reid questioned if the City would usually give Park Dedication credit for private amenities?
Finke noted that State Statute says cities shall give due consideration for open space,
recreational, or common areas and facilities open to the public. He said it doesn't require it to
be acre for acre.
Jennifer Haskamp, Planning Consultant with SHC, LLC, introduced herself and the project
team working with the applicant.
Haskamp summarized the park and open space related items in the contingent settlement
agreement for this property. She noted the following:
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• Wetland delineation was to use the 2011 boundaries. The north 80 acres were approved
and they updated delineation on the southern 90 acres.
• The conservation area could not be less than 30% per the city definition.
• A land stewardship plan will be prepared and three acres of additional wetland restoration
will be included in the central area.
• The public trails will be dedicated in compliance with those identified in the trail plans.
Trail dedication will be credited against park dedication fees.
• Due consideration for park dedication credits related to conservation areas may be
considered by the city.
Haskamp stated that the concept plan detail in the contingent settlement agreement included:
• 42 Rural Residential lots, sized from 1.0-2.5 acres.
• Approximately 31% of upland buildable area dedicated for conservation area.
• 2011 wetland delineation used as a base.
• Public trails on site are consistent with City's park and trail master plan adopted on
March 18, 2014.
Haskamp stated that the applicant's goals and objectives are the following:
• Consistency with the contingent settlement agreement.
• Incorporate staff and council comments from the contingent settlement agreement
negotiations related to the draft concept plan.
• Meet the goals of the conservation design ordinance.
• Listen to comments and concerns of staff, park commission, city council and neighbors.
• Create an exceptional conservation development with integrated networks of public and
private trails and open space.
Haskamp stated that the summary of key points on the preliminary plat are as follows:
• 42 lots, ranging in size from 1.39 acres to 2.63 acres.
• 52.8% of gross site dedicated in conservation easements.
o All conservation easements in separate outlots.
O 30.3% upland buildable.
O 1.5% private open space.
• 47.2% developed area.
Haskamp noted that the applicant's proposed turf trails align with the trails shown in the City
of Medina's Park and Trail Master Plan that was adopted on March 18, 2014. She also noted
that the applicant has no objection to dedicating an easement on the northeast corner of the
site for a future trail. She also noted that there is an existing paved regional trail along
County Road 6 that runs through the applicant's property in Orono which is directly to the
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south of this site. She stated that the applicant believed this regional trail accommodates the
needs of these residents to connect to Baker Park.
Haskamp showed a map of the proposed trails and noted that the public trails on the north 80
acres match the objectives of the Comprehensive Plan and the 2014 Park and Trail Master
Plan. She also noted that the private turf trails in the southern corridor of the conservation
areas meets the objectives of the City's Conservation Design Ordinance. She noted that the
reason for private trails in the southern corridor is to best establish good prairie restoration.
The private trail network would change in different locations in different years to solve
different objectives to maintain the prairie.
Haskamp stated that the applicant is working with Minnehaha Creek Watershed District to
hold the conservation easement on the site. She stated that Minnehaha Creek Watershed
District preferred private turf trails in this area and noted that they absolutely did not want
bituminous trails.
Haskamp reviewed the landscape plan, showing a possible nature area per the
Comprehensive Plan in the northeastern corner of the site. She noted that outlot D would be a
community pool and gathering space which was located in the southern part of the site. She
noted that outlot E is the half-moon shaped lot which would be split between passive
recreation open space and short grass prairie, divided with a public trail.
The Park Commissioners questioned if all the areas that Haskamp described should be
considered for Park Dedication. Haskamp discussed the site tabulations that were in the
applicant's narrative for the buildable upland conservation area, community pool, wetlands
and wetland buffer areas.
Haskamp explained the Land Stewardship Plan which states that they will restore the CRP
prairie grasses similar to the diversity level that was planted on -site between 1997 and 2007.
The plan will show areas of protection including the existing Tamarack and Hardwoods.
Pearson noted that he needed to leave the meeting to catch a flight out of town. He stated that
he was concerned with the quality of the nature areas being preserved and wanted more
information on what it looked like.
Leslie Witterschein, Attorney with Monroe Moxness Berg, introduced herself as the Attorney
representing the applicant. She wanted to remind the Park Commission of Minnesota Statute
465.35 Subd. 2b regarding Park Dedication. She noted clause (d) states "in establishing the
portion to be dedicated or preserved or the cash fee, the regulations shall give due
consideration to the open space, recreational, or common areas and facilities open to the
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public that the applicant proposes to reserve for the subdivision." She also noted that
Minnesota Statute 465.35 Subd. 2c references the "Nexus." She noted that clause (a) states
"There must be an essential nexus between the fees or dedication imposed under subdivision
2b and the municipal purpose sought to be achieved by the fee or dedication. The fee or
dedication must bear a rough proportionality to the need created by the proposed subdivision
or development.
Witterschein stated that per Minnesota State Statute, the city shall give consideration for the
following:
• 38.47 acres of buildable upland conservation area.
• 43.93 acres of unbuildable conservation area.
o 3 acres of wetland restoration.
o Approximately 8 acres of wetland buffers which are buildable.
• 1.86 acres of open space including the community pool.
• 1.73 acres on the northeastern corner of the site.
• Areas for public trails on the northern 80 acres.
• Areas for private trails on the southern 90 acres.
Witterschein noted that the above areas exceed 52% of the gross site.
Witterschein ended her presentation by stating that the national park standards are 1.5 acres
per 100 residents. She noted that the proposed development is 42 households at
approximately 3 people per household which equals 126 people.
Cindy Piper, 2905 Willowwood Farm Road, addressed the Park Commission. She stated that
she has been riding horses on the subject property for a number of years while under various
different ownership. She stated that she is concerned if the trails were turned over to the
Homeowners Association because they will eventually get tired of horses. She questioned if
the public turf trails would be open for horseback riding.
The Park Commission confirmed that horses would be allowed on the public turf trails and
asked the applicant if the future property owners would be aware of the horse trails prior to
buying the property. The property owner confirmed that future homeowners would be aware
that horses were allowed on the public turf trails.
Piper questioned if the public turf trails could go around the back side of the homes along the
edge of the wetland buffer instead of going through the front yards adjacent to the road. She
noted that the homeowners were not going to like the horse poop in their front yards. She felt
like the backyard trail would feel more rural residential and better accommodate the horses.
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Piper noted that horseback riders currently cross this property at Deer Hill Road. Discussion
occurred if that was currently a public right-of-way.
Susan Seeland, property owner, stated that the Deer Hill Road access is currently the subject
of litigation. She also noted that she was absolutely opposed to the trail going through
people's backyards. She confirmed that the front yard trails shown on the plan will be public
turf trails for horses.
Peter Rechelbacher, 1242 Hunter Drive, stated that he had recently purchased the Reimer
property which is west of the northern portion of the subject site. He stated that he had a
major concern with the proposed trail access point in the northwest corner of the site that
ends at his property. He stated that he also is working with Minnehaha Creek Watershed
District to put a conservation easement on his property to preserve the Maple Basswood
forest, Tamarack and wetlands. He stated that he did not want horses riding through his
property.
Lee questioned if there was a spot on his property that made sense to connect a trail.
Rechelbacher stated that it was all wetlands.
Reid questioned if Rechelbacher was planning on developing the site. Rechelbacher stated
that he plans to build a single home on the site and the remaining site would remain intact.
Haskamp noted that it was important for the applicant's development to have access to Baker
Park from his property or the Deer Hill Road access to the south of his site.
Piper agreed with Rechelbacher that it would be difficult to access Baker Park from his
property.
Lee stated that when the Park Commission reviewed the concept plan in February, they
stated that they would like to see a connection from this development to Medina
Morningside.
Haskamp mentioned that she did not think the February Park Commission minutes were
accurate stating that she knew there was some discussion, but did not think there was a
unanimous decision.
Lee reaffirmed that he would still like to see a trail connection from this site to Medina
Morningside for these residents to access the city's well established neighborhood park in
Medina Morningside and for the Medina Morningside residents to be able to access Baker
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Park. He asked Haskamp what she would suggest for a trail connection to Medina
Morningside.
Haskamp stated that she would suggest private turf trails and nothing else.
Scherer felt that a bituminous trail made the most sense to connect the Medina Morningside
residents to a road within the proposed subdivision.
Haskamp reiterated that Minnehaha Watershed District was completely against bituminous.
Haskamp stated that the applicant's residents would be able to access Medina Morningside
Park through private turf trails.
Lee stated that the private turf trails would not allow Medina Morningside residents to access
Baker Park and the existing regional trail along County Road 6 is too far out of the way for
the residents on the west side of the Medina Morningside development.
Lee suggested to have a paved trail run straight south from Medina Morningside and then
down and around the conservation area so it does not bisect it. Haskamp noted that additional
hardcover was not good for the site either.
Seeland stated that she would have been more willing to work with the city on this trail
connection, but she has not been able to work well with the city. She went into a lengthy
explanation on the history of her property. She noted that her and her husband bought the
property in the 1990's as an investment property and it was a farm at that time. She said that
Hennepin County had approached her in 1997 to establish prairie grasses on the site, which
she thought would make her site more desirable. Later, her property showed up on all the
DNR maps as a native mesic prairie and it was untouchable. She explained that she served on
the open space task force to better understand the city's processes. She also submitted a
concept plan during the Comprehensive Plan review and no one would consider it. She stated
that she had no choice but to plow her fields and turn it back into farmland.
Reid questioned if a short public turf trail would work to connect to Medina Morningside.
Witterschein reminded the Park Commission that the trails needed to be flexible to establish
the prairie.
Discussion occurred on the direction the Park Commission wanted to go with this
application. There was a general consensus to take the northeastern corner of the site for a
future overlook when the adjacent property developed. It was also noted that an easement
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could be taken for the northwestern trail segment in case the western property developed in
the future, but the trail did not have to be developed at this time.
Witterschein stated that a trail connection to Medina Morningside could not be required
because the contingent settlement agreement stated that the applicant only had to show the
trails based on the 2014 Park and Trail Master Plan.
Finke clarified that the exact language in the contingent settlement agreement says "city trail
plans" and did not specifically state the 2014 Park and Trail Master Plan.
Haskamp stated that she could sense a motion was getting ready to be made and asked that if
a recommendation to connect to Medina Morningside was going to be made that it not be
done through a side yard, but connect in the open space directly to the road.
A motion was made by Reid and seconded by Meehan to recommend that the turf trail be
installed as shown, minus the northern branch, but take the easement for the northern branch
and to recommend a public connection from Medina Morningside to the road in the subject
site. Motion passed unanimously.
A motion was made by Meehan and seconded by Linck to recommend taking the northeastern
corner overlook easement. Motion passed unanimously.
A motion was made by Lee and seconded by Jacob to recommend taking dedication per the
recommended easements and have the City Council give due consideration for the private
recreation and amenities. Motion passed unanimously.
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Public Hearing — Property Resources Development Corporation — PUD Concept Plan
for a Conservation Design Subdivision of 421ots on 170 Gross Acres Located East of
Homestead Trail and West of Deerhill Road
Sparks provided additional information on the process for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Concept
Plan as well as conservation design subdivisions. He identified the subject site, which is approximately
170 acres in size and is primarily farmland and wetlands. He stated that the property is currently zoned
rural residential, which would allow one unit per ten acres. He explained that the conservation design
district would allow for density bonuses if the criteria can be met. He provided additional information on
the septic system proposed for the development by the applicant and advised that the tree preservation
plan would be addressed during the Preliminary Plat phase of the review. He stated that the Commission
should review the request to determine if it meets the criteria of a conservation design subdivision.
Williams referenced the conservation easement objectives and questioned which aspect specifically
would apply to this parcel that would be protected.
Sparks advised that there are significant wetlands, including one identified as a Tamarack Swamp.
Williams inquired if the base density allowed under this situation would be 22 homes, prior to density
bonuses. He questioned how many homes would be allowed for development if the developer would
have just wanted to develop the land outside of this type of request.
Sparks confirmed that a different calculation would be used to determine the allowable number of homes
outside of this type of request.
Williams reference the multi-flo septic system proposed and asked for additional information regarding
the performance of the system.
Finke stated that there are a number of this type of system installed throughout the City. He advised that
the system is on the list of allowable technologies. He did not know of any concerns with systems that
have been installed in Medina. He explained that the active parts of the treatment plant need to be
maintained in order to ensure operations.
Sparks confirmed that the maintenance is handled by the homeowners but noted that additional
information in that aspect would come forward further in the review process.
Reid referenced tree preservation and confirmed that aspect would not be discussed until the Preliminary
Plat review phase of the process.
Murrin referenced the access points proposed and questioned if Orono has been approached to determine
if they would approve of that access. She also questioned if Deerhill Road would need to be expanded.
Finke advised that this is simply the review of the Concept Plan and those aspects would be discussed
further along the process.
Jennifer Haskamp, SHC, introduced those present to represent the applicant tonight. She stated that they
have been working on this plan for the past few months in order to create a plan that would meet the
criteria of the conservation design ordinance. She stated that there are approximately 40 acres of
buildable area proposed to be located in the conservation easement noting that the plan integrates open
spaces with the lots and also provides buffers between the properties to preserve the character of the
neighborhood. She also identified a trail corridor included in the plans to coincide with the desires of the
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City. She stated that they have entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Watershed in order
to take a proactive approach to providing the best function of the areas proposed to be protected. She
stated that they have really tried to develop a functional plan that respects the land and the concerns that
have been voiced by neighboring property owners.
Williams referenced the map, which identifies the wetlands and asked if there is another map that
identifies conservation areas that are not already protected. He questioned which land the City is gaining
into a conservation easement that would not already be protected.
Haskamp referenced that map and identified the color used to highlight that area, noting that is
approximately 40 acres of land in addition to the wetland and wetland buffer areas.
Williams questioned which ecological resources would be protected by this proposal in addition to the
Tamarack Swamp.
Haskamp stated that there are different methods to achieve the objectives. She stated that there is an
inherent value to the Tamarack Swamp. She stated that there are pocket wetlands and they are proposing
to improve the quality of those wetlands to benefit not only this property but also the surrounding region.
Williams questioned what resources exist within the areas identified with the dark green color that are not
wetland but proposed to be conserved.
Haskamp explained that the areas are currently being farmed and this project would provide an
opportunity to protect the wetland boundaries existing and actually improve those wetlands. She stated
that although those wetlands exist, the function is not as high as it could be. She referenced an area to the
east where there are not only wetlands but also trees that would be preserved. She stated that the City
plan identifies this parcel as having high natural resource value and therefore they have identified the
corridor and open space area to match the Comprehensive Plan of the City. She advised that the required
land stewardship plan would be developed in the next phase of this process.
Foote referenced a large wetland that he believed is located on the Orono portion of the property and
stated that it appears three lots will go directly over that wetland.
Haskamp stated that the Concept Plan excludes the Orono site. She stated that they will make every
effort possible to provide a primary septic system on each site but stated that there may be an area or two
where a community system would be needed.
Reid questioned how the number of homes was determined.
Haskamp stated that they used the base calculation for the ordinance and then determined what they felt
would be accomplished, in addition to maintaining consistency with the settlement.
Reid opened the public hearing at 7:56 p.m.
Finke advised of written items that will become part of the record.
Stuart Alger, Attorney for resident residing at 2725 Deerhill Road, stated that his comments relate
specifically to Deerhill Road. He stated that the residents along Deerhill Road are concerned that this
project threatens the unique condition of Deerhill Road, specifically the tree canopy. He stated that the
Concept Plan is an improvement from past plans for development. He stated that the Concept Plan does
not identify plans for Deerhill Road but noted that the residents are concerned that there would be
pressure to widen Deerhill Road, which they are opposed to. He stated that two possible options were
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included in his written comments including making Deerhill Road a private road, which staff has stated
they could possibly support. He advised that the other would be that the main access road would remain
public but that the connection to Deerhill Road would be for maintenance or emergency use only, noting
that a gate would then be installed in that location. He stated that staff has stated that they would not
support the second option but advised that is the option that the residents would prefer.
Williams asked for input from staff regarding the gate option.
Finke explained that there would be two cul-de-sacs that would need to be maintained and advised of the
other burdens the gate option would place on the City and City staff. He explained that if the roadway is
to be a public street, full access would be needed.
Reid questioned if there is any possibility that Deerhill Road could remain narrow with this development.
Finke explained that as part of a development review staff also needs to review the surrounding
infrastructure to determine if those aspects can support the development. He stated that on the previous
development proposed Deerhill Road had been the primary access point for the development and noted
that in this plan the primary access point would be Homestead Trail so that would be a difference. He
advised that the impact to existing infrastructure would be reviewed further into this process to determine
if improvements would be needed.
Foote confirmed that the existing Deerhill Road does not meet the minimum road standards.
Murrin questioned who owns the land that would be needed should the road need to be expanded.
Finke explained that acquisition of right-of-way would be a part of a public improvement process if that
step is needed.
Steve Pflaum, 2725 Deerhill Road, stated that he believes the Concept Plan proposed is a large
improvement over what had originally been proposed. He stated that the density would be mitigated by
the large open space areas. He stated that this is a significant proposal for the City. He referenced the
presentation of the applicant, which includes preservation of a wooded area and noted one lot that would
not preserve that area. He stated that it appears the City would like to widen Deerhill Road as a part of
this project and was strongly opposed to that option. He noted that would require a significant amount of
trees to be cut down and believed that there are better alternatives. He recognized that is not part of the
Concept Plan review tonight but wanted to ensure that the concerns of the homeowners are addressed.
Nancy Lindlee, 1588 Homestead Trail, commented that it seems that this proposal includes too many
homes for a rural residential area. She referenced the septic issue and was concerned that 42 septic tanks
could leak into the drinking water area for the City. She did not believe that this was the right type of
development for this space.
Tom Rassieur, 1845 Willow Drive, echoed the concern regarding the septic system. He also has concerns
regarding the water table as the homes would be pumping water to irrigate their lawns. He was also
concerned with the long-term maintenance of the septic system and what would occur if the homeowner
chooses not to maintain the septic system. He questioned if there would be environmental effects that are
not recognized at this time. He found it odd that the proposal is completed in corporate names and
wanted to know more specific information on the people included in this development and their track
record.
Amy Alworth, 1602 Homestead Trail, asked the Commission to preserve the rural quality of Homestead
Trail and asked the Commission to maintain consistency with the Comprehensive Plan.
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Reid closed the public hearing at 8:17 p.m.
Reid commended the members of the public in attendance for their participation and summarized the
concerns brought forward by the public.
Williams confirmed that no decisions would be made tonight and explained that this is simply a format in
which to provide comments to the applicant.
Albers stated that he has concerns with the number of lots proposed for the rural residential area as well
as the comments made regarding the forest area.
Foote appreciated the intent to create open space but did have concern with the number of lots proposed.
Murrin stated that she would be concerned with Deerhill Road and would want more information on that
situation. She referenced the issue of sewer and questioned if there would be an option to connect to City
sewer.
Reid stated that there would not be an option for City sewer.
Murrin stated that she would like to see additional information on the septic system proposed.
Foote stated that while most people would utilize Homestead Trail, he believed that Deerhill Road would
also need to remain as a connection.
Williams stated that there are not many conservation easement developments and questioned if there are,
or will be, others in the City. He stated that his approach would be to determine what the City is gaining
through the proposal that would warrant an increase in density. He stated that the applicant is requesting
about 190 percent in density bonuses but did not feel that there were significant ecological resources that
would be protected, as the wetlands would already be protected. He stated that the previous resource
inventory was done approximately ten years ago and would like to see more information. He stated that
he would be viewing the request in terms of what the City is gaining compared to what the City would be
giving in bonuses. He stated that while the decision regarding Deerhill Road would not need to be made
at this point that issue would need to be considered because the more homes in the area, the more pressure
that would be placed on the roadway. He stated that this proposal is an improvement but believed the
density proposed is too high as the density bonus should be in line with what is actually being conserved.
Reid echoed the comments from Williams in regard to the excess bonus being requested by the applicant.
She referenced the issue of the septic system and believed the Home Owners Association (HOA) would
need to be involved with the ongoing maintenance. She stated that she would like to see Deerhill Road
preserved in its current state. She thanked everyone for their participation.
Reid briefly recessed the meeting at 8:30 p.m.
Reid reconvened the meeting at 8:37 p.m.
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1) Property Resources Development Corporation — PUD Concept Plan for a
Conservation Design subdivision of 42 lots on 170 gross acres located east of Homestead
Trail and west of Deerhill Road — Park Dedication Discussion
Gallup presented the staff report for Property Resources Development Corporation, which has
applied for a PUD Concept Plan for a Conservation Design subdivision of 421ots on 170 gross
acres located east of Homestead Trail and west of Deerhill Road. She noted that approximately
40 acres of the site is buildable property and the applicant is proposing to conserve 33% of it.
She stated that 50 acres is unbuildable wetlands and buffers, which will also be conserved.
Gallup noted that under the Conservation Design subdivision the code permits flexibility and
potential density bonuses up to two times the density in order to preserve ecological resources,
wildlife corridors, scenic views, and rural character. She noted that the subject site has a large
wetland/tamarack swamp on the north end of the site with the remaining property as tilled
farmland. The large wetland is identified as moderate quality in the Minnesota Land Cover
Classification System (MLCCS) and the property is identified as a priority area in the Open
Space Report.
Gallup noted that the plan identifies two trail corridors. One corridor runs east to west from the
end of Deerhill Road to the western boundary. The other corridor goes north from the east -west
trail to the edge of the wetland.
Gallup stated that the Park and Trail Master Plan identifies three turf trail corridors. One corridor
from Willow to Homestead approximately along Deerhill. The second corridor along the
southern edge of the tamarack swamp and the third corridor along the northern edge of the
tamarack swamp.
Gallup noted that for park dedication purposes, the city can require 10% of the buildable land,
8% market value or a combination. If the city took the full 10% of the buildable land it would be
approximately 13.22 acres. If the city took the full cash fee it would be estimated at $336,000. If
a combination, the city only deducts trail easements outside of the right-of-way. No credit would
be given for pedestrian ways in the right-of-way which act as sidewalks.
Gallup listed the following items for discussion:
• Confirm an interest in a trail north of the wetland, because it wasn't shown on the
applicants plan.
• Determine the type of trails. The master plan calls for turf, but discuss any interest in a
multi -use paved trail between Willow Drive and Baker Park Reserve.
• Trail locations are proposed immediately adjacent to streets. Is there any interest to have
trails in the conservation areas?
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• Concern over ability to build a trail along Deerhill. Is there an alternative eastern
connection?
• No park proposed by applicant, but property is in the half mile radius of Medina
Morningside Park. Is there a need for an internal park or a connection to Medina
Morningside Park?
Jennifer Haskamp introduced herself as the Planning Consultant here on behalf of the developer
and property owner. She noted that they had come up with the existing plan by first looking at
the areas on their property that needed to be conserved such as the wetlands, steep slopes and
vistas to the tamarack swamp. She stated that they affectionately call the one acre lookout point
to the tamarack swamp "the island", noting that this area has quite spectacular views.
Haskamp stated that it was the land owner's intent to also show a trail easement on the northeast
corner of the site to be able to enjoy the view of the tamarack swamp from the north.
Haskamp showed that the Trail Plan's east -west connection is provided by following the right-
of-way up and down along the curved road. She noted that the north -south connection is
provided in the open space and continues up to the island. She clarified that the trails are being
proposed within the right-of-way, but the roads are planned to be narrow which will allow for the
trail to be separated from the road by a boulevard.
Haskamp stated that the City's Comprehensive Plan has a passive park study area shown right
where this property is located. She stated that the island is approximately one acre in size and
would be a perfect location for a natural park.
Reid observed that the north -south trail connection would run through the back yards of lot 1 and
lot 2. She questioned if those future land owners would know about the planned trail? She also
questioned if the other future landowners would be aware that horses could be riding through the
turf trail in their front yards?
Haskamp described the various conservation areas on the site, noting that the center 40 acres will
be undergoing some wetland restoration to help the wetlands better function together. The "D"
shaped area to the south of the curved road would have low plantings and is envisioned as a
communal area for neighborhood gatherings. She noted that the next step in the process would be
to create a land stewardship plan, noting that they have initiated conversations with the
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.
Scherer stated that there is a need to connect Medina Morningside to Baker Park Reserve and to
get the school kids from this development down to the Willow Drive Trail, but the people using
these trail connections will want asphalt not turf.
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Lee stated that he would like to see a trail connection from the cul-de-sac in Medina Morningside
to the trails in this plan, with the trails running north and then west through the conservation
areas. He noted that as a Park Commission, they have been trying to create off road trails.
Scherer noted that the city is constrained on Deerhill Road as they are limited to statutory use of
the road. He also noted that the lots on Deerhill are small and will not subdivide in the future.
Haskamp stated that the land owner and developer are opposed to paved trails through the
conservation areas to preserve the character of these areas.
Haskamp suggested that the trail connection from Morningside should head straight west through
the side yards of lots 39 and 40 and connect to the road instead of going straight north through
the conservation area.
Meehan asked what the anticipated demographics of the people that will live in this subdivision.
She questioned if it would be families and Orono school kids? She asked Haskamp if she saw a
benefit to connect this subdivision with Medina Morningside to access the park?
Haskamp stated that there absolutely was a benefit to connect this subdivision to the park. She
was not sure of the exact demographics of the neighborhood, but imaged there would be families
living there with the close proximately to Orono Schools. She stated that they are currently in the
process of doing a market study to determine the demographics and what types of amenities
should be included in the subdivision, such as a community pool or tot lot. She noted that this
subdivision is different than the typical subdivision because the lots are one to one and a half
acres in size and are all positioned to be able to enjoy more acreage of protected space. She
envisioned that some of the property owners may be empty nesters looking to downsize from a
ten acre parcel. These people will have the feeling of a five acre parcel without having to
maintain five acres because of the way the lots will be positioned.
The Park Commission came to a general consensus and provided the following comments to the
applicant:
• Would like to see a trail connection to Medina Morningside.
• Would like to see turf trails and some bike connection/paved trail from east to west.
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Property Resources Development Corporation — PUD Concept Plan for a Conservation
Design Subdivision of 42 Lots on 170 Gross Acres Located East of Homestead
Trail and West of Deerhill Road (7:23 p.m.)
Sparks presented the PUD Concept Plan for a Conservation Design Subdivision on 170 gross
acres located east of Homestead Trail and West of Deerhill Road. He reviewed the current
zoning and allowed density of the property. He stated that there are 42 lots proposed for the
property. He stated that the base density for the property would be 22 homes but explained that
under the conservation design ordinance there could be up to a 200 percent density bonus. He
identified the proposed access points for the development, noting that the main access point
would be through Orono and explained that the applicant also owns that property. He advised
that another access point is proposed at Deerhill Road and noted that there are no plans to
improve Deerhill Road. He stated that the Park Commission reviewed the plans and
recommended some slight modifications to the proposed trails and connections. He provided
additional information regarding the conservation easement area. He reviewed the plans for
septic treatment proposed by the applicant and advised that the tree preservation plan will need
to be addressed by the applicant further along in the process. He stated that the conservation
design ordinance outlines specific objectives that need to be met in order to qualify for this type
of development. He reported that the Planning Commission reviewed this item at their February
meeting and noted that a summary of their comments were included in the Council packet.
Mitchell stated that he lives on the east end of Deerhill Road and Willow Drive and noted that
his sister lives on the west end of Deerhill Road. He stated that he also knows many of the
residents along Deerhill Road and noted that he discussed the possible conflict of interest with
City Attorney Batty. He stated that he does not have a financial interest and therefore he does
not believe that he has a conflict of interest.
Jennifer Haskamp stated that she is present on behalf of the applicant Property Resources
Development Corporation (PRDC) and Stonegate Farm. She thanked staff for their cooperation
thus far and during the Planning Commission meeting. She referenced the first two objectives
of the Conservation Design Ordinance and stated that under the Comprehensive Plan much of
the property is identified as moderate to high quality natural resources. She identified resources
on the property including the Tamarack swamp, Maple -Basswood trees, 49 acres of wetlands
and buffer areas, and 40 acres of upland buildable land that will be protected through this plan.
She noted that a total of 53 percent of the site will be preserved under this plan. She identified
the third objective of the Ordinance and stated that the plan was careful to identify methods to
meet the intent of the north/south corridor. She stated that because of the interest they have
heard through this process, from the Planning and Park Commission and the Watershed, they
would be willing to relocate lot 12 in order to strengthen that corridor. She referenced the fourth
objective of the Ordinance, noting that Homestead Trail is identified as the scenic road and
advised that the homes near that road have a setback of at least 300 to 500 feet. She stated
that additional landscaping measures will assist in buffering and protecting the view from the
road. She referenced objectives five and six of the Ordinance and reviewed the trail plans for
the development. She stated that all trails on the site would be proposed as turf trails because
of the connection to the regional trail adjacent to the property. She summarized how the
property would meet not only the objectives of the Conservation Design Ordinance but also the
criteria for a Planned Unit Development (PUD).
Mitchell submitted a written letter from Olivia Munger who objects to the number of lots
proposed.
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Katie Munger, 1272 Homestead Trail, stated that the letter is actually from her daughter who is
nine. She stated that her family moved here 18 months ago in order to get away from high
density housing and loves living in Medina. She referenced the location of her property and is
concerned with the proposed wells and potential runoff that could occur from the steep sloping.
She stated that while this is an improvement from the plan submitted one year ago, she would
like to see larger lots and fewer homes.
Stuart Alger, spoke on behalf of resident Steven Pflaum, stated that the Concept Plan does not
call for any improvements to Deerhill Road but stated that it appears under the City
requirements that Deerhill Road would need to be widened. He referenced language located in
the City Ordinance relating to subdivision requirements and stated that perhaps this application
is premature because of the second access proposed for Deerhill Road. He stated that the
widening of Deerhill Road would require a taking or condemnation of land, to which the
residents object. He suggested that a secondary access be provided elsewhere to avoid this
issue. He stated that Mr. Pflaum consulted Westwood for engineering services in order to
provide four alternate Concept Plans for the property, which would not access Deerhill Road.
He reviewed the first two alternative plans that would use Morningside Road as the secondary
access rather than using Deerhill Road while the other two alternative plans would utilize
Homestead Trail for both access points. He noted that Deerhill Road could still be used for
emergency access, through the use of knockdown posts or an emergency gate. He stated that
Mr. Pflaum requests that the City work with the developer to consider these alternative plans
and preserve Deerhill Road in its current state.
Steven Pflaum, 2725 Deerhill Road, stated that he appreciates that the developer is responsive
to the questions that have been brought forward through this process, referencing the
comments made in regard to lot 12. He stated that he is comfortable with the general plan with
the exception of Deerhill Road. He stated that Deerhill Road is only 19 feet wide at the
narrowest point and is an old farm road, which has a steep drop off, and widening of the road
would require a substantial amount of tree removal and work because of the sloping. He
believed that the subdivision could move forward with an alternate secondary access or with
only one access, using Deerhill Road as only an emergency access.
Mitchell questioned the amount of land the applicant owns.
Haskamp identified the land owned by the applicant including the subject parcel as well as the
23 acres south of the site. She stated that the plans for the land owned in Orono at this time
only include the roadway connection while the remaining property would remain in an outlot.
Mitchell referenced the minutes of the Planning Commission and asked for clarification.
Finke explained that Deerhill Road is a public road and therefore if the road remains public full
access should be provided.
Mitchell stated that is not the law.
Finke stated that is staff's recommendation from a practicality point.
Martin asked for additional clarification.
Finke explained that Homestead Trail is a County Road and Deerhill Road is the only City street
in the area, without traveling at least four miles in another direction.
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Martin asked for additional information in regard to the upland areas within the conservation
area as to what will be planted and/or how the area will be utilized in order to make that open
space in addition to just simply being open.
Haskamp stated that the developer has engaged an ecologist to prepare a landscaping and
planting plan for the area as well as in consultation with the Watershed. She stated that there
will be special attention to the wetland areas in the middle areas, specific to the settlement
agreement between the applicant and the City. She stated that there is also discussion as to a
possible community gathering area or pool within the development.
Martin referenced the main road from Homestead Trail to Deerhill Road and asked and received
confirmation that the main road will be public while the cul-de-sacs will be private. She asked
for comparisons in the amount of public road for this plan and the plan presented the previous
year.
Haskamp stated that there was still discussion previously regarding the portion of roadway that
would be private versus public as well as a desire for a reduction in the amount of hardcover.
She stated that there has been a reduction in hardcover in order to improve water quality.
Martin referenced the objectives of the Conservation Design Ordinance, specifically objectives
five and six, and asked for additional information regarding the areas that will be available for
public access.
Haskamp stated that the trail system proposed to be public is consistent with the Parks Trails
and Master Plan, which are identified in red in the plans. She referenced the open space area
that would be public and stated that the northeastern portion of the site would be public and
provided additional information on the private open space areas within the site.
Anderson asked for clarification regarding trail 30 referenced in the presentation and whether
that would connect to Baker Park.
Haskamp provided additional information regarding trails 29 and 30. She stated that the
connection would be available should the adjacent property develop which could provide further
connection.
Anderson questioned if all the septic systems would be private or whether there would be a
community septic system as well.
Haskamp stated that the site is frozen right now so she could not be 100 percent certain but
stated that the objective would be to provide individual septic systems on every lot. She stated
that if necessary a community septic system could be used.
Pederson stated that if a community septic site were to be used he would like to see the home
owners association (HOA) take ownership and control of the site.
Haskamp confirmed that if a community septic system were to be used, the HOA would be in
possession of the land and maintenance.
Pederson stated that the proposed density is at the top of the bonus allowed and noted that it is
difficult to know if the property will qualify for that level until further details are known.
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Medina City Council Excerpt from 3/3/2015 Meeting Minutes
Martin clarified that the top density allowed through bonuses would be 44, while this proposal
includes 42 homes. She stated that this is a gorgeous piece of property and believed that the
City is lucky to have someone that is interested in protecting those natural areas. She agreed
that lot 12 should be moved away from the boundary and stated that she would be interested in
finding out additional information regarding the septic systems and the conserved areas. She
referenced the comments and alternative plans from the residents along Deerhill Road,
acknowledging that the plans were just received and desired input from the developer regarding
the alternative plans provided which would not access Deerhill Road.
Haskamp stated that they also received the alternative plans as late as the Council. She stated
that their desire is to minimize the amount of pavement throughout the development and
advised that those plans all significantly increase the amount of pavement. She stated that they
have considered some of those options during their planning process but again desire the least
amount of pavement as necessary. She stated that their plans do not intend to trigger the
improvement of Deerhill Road.
Cousineau commented that this is a beautiful plan to develop and conserve the area. She
asked for additional information regarding the type of resident that would live in the area. She
explained that families would most likely utilize the connection through Orono to access the
schools while empty nesters may travel along Deerhill Road. She noted that empty nesters may
also travel south for the winter and questioned the impact that could have on septic systems.
Haskamp stated that a market study would be done to determine the type of resident that would
live in the development but believed that mostly families would occupy the homes because of
the proximity to the nearby park and Orono school district. She stated that there will be an HOA
document that will address individual septic systems and the maintenance programs.
Anderson also agreed that this is an attractive plan. He stated that in order to become more
comfortable with the bonus density he would need to see more details as the application moves
along as the applicant is requesting a density bonus of 190 percent.
Mitchell stated that he is thrilled that this is proposed to be developed in this manner rather than
plans several years in the past from previous owners for a 24 hour factory. He did express
some concern with the septic, referencing a similar plan that failed Medina Morningside prior to
their connection to the sewer system. He stated that he was concerned with the through
connection to Deerhill Road. He referenced another development in another City that has 190
homes and only has one access point and has not had any concerns. He identified other areas
in the City that do not have through roads. He believed a better plan would be to have only one
access onto Homestead Trail. He stated that if an emergency gate were to be installed at
Deerhill, an electric option could be used.
Pederson referenced the issue of road bonding and stated that he would like surety tied to the
H OA.
Haskamp asked for specific details of what the Council would like to see in the conservation
areas.
Mitchell stated that there should be further explanation in regard to the tradeoff of the
conservation areas to the density bonus.
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Medina City Council Excerpt from 3/3/2015 Meeting Minutes
Martin stated that the restoration of prairie land would be an amazing benefit.
Mitchell agreed that a restored prairie with a fringe of prairie trees and marsh would be great.
Cousineau questioned if the homes would be hidden from each other in some manner.
Haskamp stated that the intent is to have a detailed planting plan and covenants in regard to
landscape design and the creation of private home sites.
Mitchell briefly recessed the meeting at 8:50 p.m.
Mitchell reconvened the meeting at 8:57 p.m.
Martin stated that she is struggling with a neighborhood group having property on a public right-
of-way being able to suggest to the City that the property not be allowed for use by other
residents of the City. She stated that she is having a problem with the idea that the proposed
road would not be available as a through road, noting that she believed that there was always
intent to connect the road as a through road. She stated that she is not set on directing the
developer into an emergency gate type access.
Mitchell stated that the City has never brought those roads through and noted that there are
dead-end roads throughout the City, which contribute to the rural residential character.
Martin stated that connection of a roadway does not mean the area is not rural residential.
Mitchell stated that his philosophy is dead-end roads.
Cousineau stated that she does not see how that connection would not be necessary by the end
of the phasing for the development.
Anderson stated that for public reasons there must be an emergency entrance and exit utilizing
Deerhill Road.
Martin stated that the Comprehensive Plan identifies existing and future connections of public
roads. She stated that perhaps Mitchell is too close to the issue.
Cousineau stated that while Deerhill is a quaint charming road, she believed the connection
would be necessary although it is not what she would prefer.
Pederson stated that for public safety reasons there should be more than one way in and out of
a development. He stated that he would not agree with a padlock emergency gate, if there were
an emergency gate it would need to be able to be tripped by the police/fire electronically.
Mitchell questioned if this would be a simple majority when this moves forward.
Batty confirmed that this would be a simple majority vote.
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Associales. Inc. engineering • planning • environmental • construction 701 Xenia Avenue South
Suite 300
Minneapolis, MN 55416
Tel: 763-541-4800
Fax: 763-541-1700
July 8, 2015
Mr. Dusty Finke
Planner
City of Medina
2052 County Road 24
Medina, MN 55340-9790
Re: City Project: Stonegate Farm CD-PUD General Plan and Preliminary Plat
WSB Project No. 02712-460
Dear Dusty:
We have reviewed the General Plan and Preliminary Plat submittal dated June 19, 2015 for the
Stonegate Farm CD-PUD. The plans propose to construct improvements to serve a 42 single family
homes.
1. Street design should meet a 30-mph design speed. The horizontal curve on Deer Hill Road
shown south of Lot 1, Block 7 does not meet the minimum horizontal radius of 250 feet and
should be revised.
2. Primary and alternate septic system locations on several lots encroach into perimeter drainage
and utility easements. The perimeter drainage and utility easements are meant for future
utilities, if necessary, as well as grading drainage swales to convey stormwater to the street
and rear yard without creating drainage problems for neighboring properties. Constructing
drain fields that encroach into these easements will limit the use of these easements for their
intended purpose and therefore the drainfield should be relocated so as not to encroach into
these easements.
3. No primary or alternate septic sites are shown for Outlot D. The plans should clarify what
sewage treatment system is proposed for this lot. It appears there is a proposed pool for this
Outlot. Discharges from the pool will need to be free of chlorine otherwise the discharges
will need to be treated. The pool and any other restrooms and water fixtures should be
considered in sizing the proposed treatment facilities.
4. The proposed 50 foot road right-of-way and 22 foot pavement width does not meet the
minimum standards of 60 feet of road right-of-way and 24 feet of pavement as set forth in
Section 820.29 of the City's Subdivision Design Standards.
5. The plans propose a shared access to Lots 7, 8, and 9, Block 1. According to Section 400.11
of the City's Driveway Code the traveled surface must be paved 20 feet in width and a
document describing easement rights and maintenance details shall be recorded against the
properties.
Stonegate Farm CD-PUD General Plan and Preliminary Plat
July 8, 2015
Page 2
6. The southern end of the proposed Deer Hill Road is proposed to be constructed in Orono.
The applicant shall provide to the City of Medina an easement, acceptable to the City, for
right-of-way purposes.
7. A drainage and utility easement 20 feet wide centered on the pipe shall be provided between
CBMH E5 and FES El.
8. The narrative states all lots will be custom graded. It should be noted that care will need to be
taken when building permit surveys are submitted to insure drainage does not adversely
impact neighboring properties. It may be necessary for building permit surveys to include
abutting properties along with possible grading on these properties to verify that the grading
on the building permit survey works.
Please contact me at 612-209-5113 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
WSB & Associates, Inc.
I
Tom Kellogg
METRO WEST INSEECTEON SERVICES, ENC.
Loren Kohnen, Fres.
June 29, 2015
TO: Debra Peterson
Mayor and City Council
Medina Planning Commission
FROM: Loren Kohnen
Fire Marshal
RE: Stonegate Farms
Development Overview
East of Homestead Trail
City of Medina
(763) 479-1720
FAX (763) 479-3090
Mtrowst76@aol.00m
I have reviewed the plans and information provided. Both septic sites
on each lot must be fenced by the designer. Fencing must be approved
before any site work begins, roads, ponds, improvements.
Outlot D (pool) no septic is shown, must provide. Restrooms will be
required. This must be resolved before final approval.
The streets (roads) are very narrow, 24'. No parking on streets or
cul-de-sac can be allowed. Signage required by the developer on both
sides of streets; spacing to be approved by Medina Police, Public
Works, and Fire Marshal.
LK:jg
Box 248, Loretto, Minnesota 55357
Hennepin County Public Works
Transportation Department Phone: 612-596-0300
Public Works Facility Fax: 612-321-3410
1600 Prairie Drive Web: www.hennepin.us
Medina, MN 55340-5421
May 22, 2015
Ms. Debra Peterson, Planning Assistant
City of Medina
2052 County Road 24
Medina, MN 55340
Re: Preliminary Plat Review — PRDC Stonegate Farm residential PUD
County Road 201 (Homestead Trail) f County Road 6 — NE quadrant
Hennepin County Plat Review No. 3343B
Dear Ms. Peterson:
Minnesota Statutes 505.02, 505.03, and 462.358, Plats and Surveys, allow up to 30 days for county review of
preliminary plats abutting county roads. The preliminary plat 1 PUD submission was received on May 15, 2015,
which consists of42 single family homes on 170 acres. We also previously reviewed and commented on concepts
and proposed comprehensive plan amendments for this development (letters dated February 21, 2014 and March
17, 2015). Below is a summary of our comments:
Access
Three access points are proposed for the development at the following locations: 1) Deer Hill Road to the
north, 2) Morningside Road to the east, and 3) Homestead Trail (County Road 201) to the west. The
proposed street access onto Homestead Trail may have limited sight distance due to the hill to the south.
As noted in our previous correspondence (March 17, 2015), the desirable entering sight distances for
drivers looking to the left is 530 feet (for 40 mph) and the minimum is 400 feet (10 times the posted
speed). The developer will need to verify that at least the minimum sight distance is met before the
street access is allowed. If needed, we can provide information to the developer or their consultants
regarding the procedures for properly measuring the sight distances.
The accompanying Trip Generation Statement (Appendix 2) notes that most traffic will likely be oriented
towards the south to/from CSAH-6. County Road 201 is relatively narrow with minimal paved shoulders.
Therefore as noted in our original correspondence (February 21, 2014), turn lanes are recommended on
Homestead Trail for traffic operations and safety purposes. At a minimum, a northbound right turn lane
will be required as a condition, for the street access permit.
Right-of-way
The existing half right-of-way (from centerline) for Homestead Trail is 33 feet along the frontage of this
property. This section is a 2-lane rural roadway with minimal shoulders. The county's typical design
section for a 2-lane rural roadway ranges from 50-60 feet of half right-of-way needed depending on any
additional needs. Homestead Trail is currently shown on the Hennepin County Bicycle System Map as
an on -road planned facility. Therefore, the county is recommending an additional 17 feet to be dedicated
as either right-of-way or highway easement, to provide 50 total feet from the roadway centerline. This
dedication will provide the opportunity for turn lanes and other future needs such as bicycle and pedestrian
facilities on this two-lane roadway.
An Equal Opporiundy Employer
Ms. Debra Peterson, Planning Assistant
PRDC Stonegate Farm residential PUD
May 22, 2015
Page 2
Permits
Please inform the developer that all proposed construction within county right-of-way requires an
approved Hennepin County permit prior to beginning construction. This includes, but is not limited to
driveway and street access, drainage and utility construction, trail development, and landscaping. Permit
questions can be directed to Steve Groen at (612) 596-0337 orsteue.zroet co.hennepimmmus.
Please contact Bob Byers (612) 596-0354 or roberr bverstiexo.hennepin.mrr us for any further discussion of these
items.
1NGIrgb
Attachments
• February 21, 2014 Correspondence
• March 17, 2015 Correspondence
cc:
Sincerely,
James N. Grube, P.E.
Director of Transportation and County Engineer
Dusty Fluke, Medina Planning Director
Plat Review Committee - Agosto 1 Bruers ! Byers 1 Drager 1 Ellingson 1 Elias 1 Groen 1 Hooper ! Krieg I Nelson 1 Staebell 1 Yemen
Mark Larsen, Hennepin County Survey Office
Dusty Finke
From: Robert H. Byers <Robert.Byers@hennepin.us>
Sent: Wednesday, June 24, 2015 3:24 PM
To: Susan Seeland
Cc: Dusty Finke
Subject: RE: PRDC"s Stonegate 42 lot Preliminary Plat Proposal
Susan:
I tried calling Dusty and left him a message, but he has not yet returned the call.
I did get your updated submittal to the city today in the mail.
My permit folks reviewed the sight distance evaluation from the traffic report and are comfortable with the results. I
think we'll contact Three Rivers Parks to see if we can trim some trees on the west side of CR-201 near the curve so that
the sight distance could be improved for folks entering the road from your development.
Regarding the trail, we would prefer an easement, but I need to confirm that we're on the same page with the city.
Thanks!
- Bob
Bob Byers, P.E.
Hennepin County Transportation Planning
1600 Prairie Drive
Medina, MN 55340-5421
(612) 596-0354
Original Message
From: Susan Seeland [mailto:susan.seeland@prc.bz]
Sent: Tuesday, June 23, 2015 12:10 PM
To: Robert H. Byers
Cc: Jennifer Haskamp
Subject: Re: PRDC"s Stonegate 42 lot Preliminary Plat Proposal
Hi Bob,
I'm just checking in with you on whether you have been able to speak with Dusty Finke at Medina and if we are going to
try and meet regarding the potential trail along Homestead Trail. I stopped into city hall last Friday, June 19th to drop
off some additional information the city had requested including the site distance analysis provided by Scott Israelson of
Traffic Impact Group. At that time, Dusty indicated he could be available to meet but he thought the city had removed
that trail from their plans. As we discussed, we will work together on the trail easement if it is determined that the best
location is on the eastern edge of Homestead Trail Road. Also, if you have any comments or concerns regarding the
information submitted on the site distance analysis, it would be helpful to have your comments so we can address any
issues as soon as possible. The only time I would not be available is Friday morning otherwise my schedule is flexible.
Thank you for your assistance with this review.
Susan
i
On Jun 18, 2015, at 2:36 PM, Susan Seeland wrote:
> Hi Bob,
> Here is the site distance analysis from TRAFFIC IMPACT, Group, LLC. Hopefully we can get a meeting set up for
sometime next week. Thank you.
> Susan
> <Stonegate sightdistance memo.pdf>
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Members of the City of Medina Planning Commission
And
Members of the City of Medina City Council
Dear Members:
All of us are Medina residents living on Deerhill Road. We are writing to express our support of the
Stonegate Farm development plan you are currently reviewing, provided that Deerhill Road will not be
widened or improved in any way as a result of your approving the project.
Representatives of Stonegate Farms have told us that they likewise do not support the widening or
upgrading of Deerhill Road, and will resist any attempt by the City to assess either the developer or the lot
owners for the cost of such upgrades.
As you know, we residents are already on record that we will resist any condemnation or upgrading of
Deerhill Road, and will resist any attempt by the City to assess us for any of the costs of the same.
We also support the installation of a gate which would prevent daily automobile traffic from the
developer's subdivision to Deerhill Road, but would allow the City's emergency and maintenance
vehicles to have access to the Stonegate Farms main access road. The installation of a gate is not a
condition to our support of the Stonegate Farms project, so long as Deerhill Road is not widened or
otherwise improved.
We also strongly support Stonegate Farms' proposal to limit the width of its main access road to 20' of
paved surface. This width would conform with the width of existing Deerhill Road, which is 19' at its
narrowest point.
Stonegate Farms' representatives have informed us that they have asked to meet with Medina city staff in
a working session to discuss issues relating to Stonegate's access road, before Stonegate makes its
application for a preliminary plat. We would like to encourage the Medina city staff to hold such a
meeting.
Yours sincerely,
Ann S. Pflaum
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July 10, 2015
Dusty Finke, Planner
City of Medina
Medina City Hall
2052 County Road 24
Medina, MN 55340
RE: Hearing on PRDC CD-PUD Preliminary Plat Approval
Our File No: 2016183-0009
Dear Mr. Finke:
Stuart T. Alger
612.335.1873 DIRECT
612.335.1657 DIRECT FAX
stuart.alger@stinsonleonard.com
We are writing on behalf of Stephen Pflaum, who resides at 2725 Deerhill Road, in connection
with the above -referenced matter. The Medina Planning Commission is considering at its
hearing on July 14, 2015, the application of PRDC for approval of a preliminary plat for the
Stonegate Farm development ("Stonegate"). We wish to make the following comments on
the Stonegate application part of the Planning Commission's record:
1. Mr. Pflaum supports approval of the Stonegate preliminary plat application, provided
that existing Deerhill Road is not widened or otherwise improved in connection with the
Stonegate development. Mr. Pflaum and other neighbors have submitted a letter separately
to that effect, which letter is part of the record here. The dimensions of new Deerhill Road
should not extend beyond the border of the Stonegate property.
2. We understand that the City of Medina's practice is that road upgrades are not made
unless either (a) residents adjoining the road petition for the same and are prepared to pay
for two-thirds of the costs, or (b) a developer petitions and pays for 100% of the cost of the
road grade. Neither condition is present in this case, and a widening or upgrade of existing
Deerhill Road is not supported.
3. Mr. Pflaum and other residents along Deerhill Road do not support or approve of any
special assessments that might be assessed with respect to upgrading Deerhill Road in
connection with the Stonegate development project. We understand that the Contingent
Settlement Agreement between PRDC and the City does not provide for the imposition of
any such special assessments on the Stonegate development for the purposes of widening or
improving existing Deerhill Road. Deerhill Road residents, of course, would oppose bearing
alone the cost of a road -widening project in connection with the Stonegate development.
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4. Existing Deerhill Road is 19 feet in width at certain points, and any widening of the
road would in all likelihood require condemnation of residents' land, which Mr. Pflaum and
other Deerhill Road residents do not support.
5. Widening or improving existing Deerhill Road is not necessary. As PRDC's traffic
engineer reported, the anticipated additional traffic on Deerhill Road does not warrant
widening or improving the existing road.
6. Mr. Pflaum met with PRDC representatives to discuss existing Deerhill Road and the
planned extension of Deerhill Road through Stonegate. Those discussions were constructive,
and Mr. Pflaum endorses the Road Design and Traffic Flow proposals and analyses in the
PRDC narrative accompanying its preliminary plat application (see pages 6 and 10). Mr.
Pfluam supports PRDC's proposal to limit the right-of-way of the new Deerhill Road to 50 feet
and the paved, traveled surface to 22 feet, as is in keeping with the conservation design
goals of Medina's zoning code. A 22-foot-wide road is better scaled to existing Deerhill Road
and would help retain the rural character of Deerhill Road and the surrounding area.
Mr. Plaum asks the City Council to exercise its discretion under Medina Code 820.28,
subd. 2(a), and adopt a Stonegate plan with roadways of the dimensions proposed by
PRDC. Under Section 820.28, subd. 2(a) of the City Code, the City Council may determine
that a narrower dimension of road width is appropriate to accommodate the expected
traffic, parking, pedestrian way, and utilities associated with a development.
7. Mr. Pflaum supports the installation of a security gate at the intersection of existing
Deerhill Road and the Stonegate property, should the City seek the installation of such a
gate. Mr. Pflaum's support of the Stonegate development and preliminary plat, however, is
not conditioned on the installation of such a gate.
8. Mr. Pflaum asks that the City post year-round a low speed limit and weight restrictions
on existing Deerhill Road. Heavy construction vehicles, which existing Deerhill Road cannot
support, should be limited to accessing the Stonegate development at the main entrance at
Homestead Trail.
Thank you for your consideration of these comments.
STINSREET LLP
for St ;•hen Pflaum
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Conservation esign
Flanned Unit DeveloFment (cD-I uD)
General Plan of Development
submitted to City of Medina, Minnesota
applicant Property Resources Development Corporation, Inc. (PRDC)
owner Stonegate Farm, Inc.
date June 16, 2015 Rev.
May 8, 2105
PRDC CD-FUD general Plan of Development
Table of Contents
Narrative (Revised) 4 - 11
Table 1: Site Tabulation (Revised) 8
Table 2: Lot Count & Size 9
Table 3: Outlot Summary (Revised) 11
Appendices
Tamarack Ridge 1st Addition Preliminary Plat (Yield Plan)
Traffic Memo, Traffic Impact Group, LLC
Site Distance Analysis
Preliminary Land Stewardship Plan
DRAFT Conservation Easement
Concept Plan + Site Design Process
Septic Report
Stormwater Report
Figures (Under separate cover)
Existing Conditions
Preliminary Plat (Revised to Include Wellhead Protection Area)
Grading & Erosion Control
Landscape Plan
Appendix 1
Appendix 2
Appendix 3
Appendix 4
Appendix 5
Separate Cover
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Introduction and Team
PRDC is pleased to submit our application for the General Plan of Development stage of a Conservation
Design Planned Unit Development (CD-PUD) subdivision to be called Stonegate. After the Concept
Plan review process, PRDC worked with our Team to further refine our plans in an effort to respond to
comments we heard from neighbors, staff, planning commissioners, park commissioners and city council
members. We are confident that the following application materials demonstrate our commitment to
creating an exceptional conservation subdivision that follows the agreements made within the Contingent
Settlement Agreement (CSA) while meeting the objectives of the City's Comprehensive Plan and Open
Space Report.
Project Team
Applicant:
Attorney:
Civil Engineer
& Surveyor:
Landscape
Architect:
Property Resources Development
Corporation, Inc. (PRDC)
6851 Flying Cloud Drive, Suite A
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Monroe Moxness Berg
7760 France Avenue S., Ste. 700
Edina, MN 55435
Sathre-Bergquist, Inc.
Terramark, Inc.
Owner:
Planner:
Ecologist:
Septic
Design:
Stonegate Farm, Inc.
6851 Flying Cloud Drive, Suite A
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
SHC, LLC
Applied Ecological Services, Inc.
Miller's Sewage Treatment
Solutions
Site Snapshot
Subdivision Name:
Stonegate
Present Zoning
RR (Rural Residential)
Proposed Zoning
CD-PUD (Conservation Design - Planned Unit Development)
Present Land Use
RR (Rural Residential)
Proposed Land Use
RR (Rural Residential)
Site Size
170.63 Acres (approx.)
Location:
NE of the CR-6 and Homestead Trail Intersection
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Section 827.35 Subd. 3 General Plan of Development Implementation of Concept Plan
The foundation for PRDC's General Plan of Development materials is the Concept Plan that was recently
reviewed by the City. The materials contained within this submittal build upon the general nature of the
Concept Plan CD-PUD stage providing the additional detail necessary to entitle and ultimately develop the
Subject property into a conservation subdivision. The site characteristics of the Concept Plan, including
lot sizes, road location, access, quantity of open space/conservation area, and unit count are all generally
consistent with what is proposed in the Stonegate Preliminary Plat and General Plan of Development
materials. PRDC's summary of the ordinance requirements that specifically relate to the General Plan of
Development for a CD-PUD are provided below:
(a) Zoning
The Subject property is zoned Rural Residential and as a part of this process PRDC proposes to rezone the
site to CD-PUD. PRDC will respect many of the dimensional standards contained within the underlying
RR zoning district including setbacks of principal structures (front yard), coverage standards and access
requirements. As stated within the City's zoning ordinance the purpose of the CD-PUD is to "preserve the
City's ecological resources, wildlife corridors, scenic views, and rural character while allowing residential
development consistent with the goals and objectives of the City's Comprehensive Plan and Open Space
Report..." PRDC believes that developing the site utilizing the CD-PUD designation will meet the City's
objectives by protecting, enhancing and restoring key areas of the site supporting the goals as stated within
the City's Open Space Report.
Areas of Flexibility
The City's Conservation Design District ordinance Section 827.55 Intent, Subd. 1, states "It is the intent
of the City to accomplish the stated purpose of this District by approving a Planned Unit Development.
In exchange for achieving the conservation objectives, it is the intent of the City to provide density and
design flexibility..." PRDC's proposed preliminary plat protects approximately 90 acres in some type of
open space, of which approximately 88 acres will be protected by a permanent Conservation Easement
(approximately 84 of the 88 acres meets the City's definition of Conservation Area). As stated within
the attached Preliminary Land Stewardship Plan, PRDC intends to protect areas of existing ecological
significance, and restore areas within the Conservation Area (CA) to conditions that will enhance the
natural resources of the area. In exchange, PRDC is requesting flexibility from the City's zoning ordinance
in the following (additional detail provided on Pages 11-12) :
• Proposed lot sizes range from 1.39 acres to 2.63 acres. (The conventional subdivision standards for RR
require a 5.0 acre minimum lot size).
• Homes will be custom built, and as such some flexibility from conventional side -yard setbacks may be
necessary. However, we will respect the City's standards as set forth in Section 827.61 Subd. 2 (a)(1).
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