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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012 02-16 PCM MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA STUDY SESSION FEBRUARY 16, 2012 CALL TO ORDER The Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Acting Chair Rahn at 7:05 p.m. ADMINISTER OATH OF OFFICE Mr. Benetti administered Oath of Office to Scott Burfeind. ROLL CALL Acting Chair Rahn, Scott Burfeind, Kara Kuykendall, Stan Leino, Carlos Morgan, Michael Parks, and Stephen Schonning were present. Also present were Councilmember Carol Kleven, Secretary to the Planning Commission Tim Benetti, Director of Business & Development Gary Eitel, and Planning Commission Recording Secretary Rebecca Crass. APPROVAL OF MINUTES—January 26. 2012 There was a motion by Commissioner Schonning, seconded by Commissioner Kuykendall, to approve the minutes of the January 26, 2012 meeting as submitted. The motion passed, with Chair Rahn, Commissioner Leino and Commissioner Burfeind abstaining. ELECTION OF 2012 CHAIR AND CHAIR PRO TEM Acting Chair Rahn opened the floor for nominations for Chair of the 2012 Planning Commission. Commissioner Kuykendall nominated Commissioner Rahn as Chair of the 2012 Planning Commission. Acting Chair Rahn called for further nominations three times. There being none, there was a voice-vote and Commissioner Rahn was elected Chair of the 2012 Planning Commission. Commissioner Burfeind requested to abstain. Chair Rahn opened the floor for nominations for Chair Pro Tern of the 2012 Planning Commission. Commissioner Morgan stated that he would like to delay the nominations until the next meeting when Commissioner Burfeind would be more familiar with the Commission. Commissioner Kuykendall and Commissioner Schonning stated that they felt a vote should be taken tonight since the Commission was in full attendance. It was the general consensus of the Commission to elect the Chair Pro Tern this evening. Commissioner Morgan nominated Commissioner Parks and Commissioner Schonning nominated Commissioner Kuykendall as Chair Pro Tern of the 2012 Planning Commission. With two nominations on the floor, a paper ballot was provided for voting. The vote tally indicated Commissioner Kuykendall as Chair Pro Tern of the 2012 Planning Commission. Commissioner Burfeind abstained from the vote. 2-16-12 Page 1 CHAIR'S EXPLANATION Chair Rahn explained the Planning Commission's role as an advisory body. One of the Commission's functions is to hold public hearings. In the matters concerned in these hearings, the Commission makes recommendations to the City Council. The City Council makes all final decisions in these matters. DISCUSSION ITEMS Review and Discussion of the 2012 Community Development Projects Map and Planning Activities List Mr. Benetti stated that they will be highlighting projects that are being targeted for some possible studies regarding future development. 1. Former Lifetime Fitness Site—(4001 Lakebreeze Avenue N) Mr. Benetti stated that the City Council authorized approval of the land use amendment and Mr. Paul Hyde is tweaking his development plans and will be back before the Commission in March with a possible rezoning, preliminary plat and site and building plan approval. The Comp Plan amendment has been sent to the Met Council for review. Commissioner Leino asked for an explanation on the excess MnDOT right of way. Mr. Benetti responded that it was 2.8 acre parcel (former Denny's). It will be deeded to the City and conveyed back to Mr. Paul Hyde to create a larger development parcel. 2. Howe Fertilizer Site—(49th and Brooklyn Boulevard) Mr. Benetti stated that currently there is a PUD approved for this site for a 51,000 sq. ft. office/warehouse facility also being developed by Mr. Paul Hyde. There was discussion regarding the clean up on the site and the current status of the site for future development. 3. 57th Avenue and Logan Avenue Site Mr. Benetti stated that the site is owned by the City of Brooklyn Center EDA and is being marketed by the City. The site has been cleaned up and it is ready for redevelopment. 4. Mississippi Park Regional Trailways Mr. Benetti explained that they are looking at a reconnection of the trail at points through the Lifetime Fitness site and also over or under Brooklyn Boulevard and through the Shingle Creek Crossing development. 5. Shingle Creek Crossing PUD Mr. Benetti explained that Walmart is on its ways to completion and the developer is still working to secure tenants for the rest of the site. He added that there is no updated information on Sears at this time; however, the developer is actively working with the City for further development on the site. 6. Northport Elementary Phase II of V Mr. Benetti stated that staff met with school representatives and they are making major modifications to the interior of the school as well as parking improvements. With the 2-16-12 Page 2 improvements being made to the school, staff has looked at the surrounding properties including the neighboring park for potential improvements there also. The City is attempting to work with the school in a joint effort to make improvements to the playground and other outdoor areas. 7. Shingle Creek Enhancements—Trail and Daylighting Mr. Benetti stated that ongoing enhancements are wrapping up. Mr. Eitel added that there will be some realignment to the trails to alleviate frequent flooding problems. 8. Development Strategies and Marketing of Opportunity Site (former Brookdale Ford, Brookdale Square and Minnesota School of Business) Mr. Benetti stated that these are the key areas that the City will focus on and hopefully when activity at Shingle Creek Crossing picks up, it will trigger activity in the Opportunity Site also. 9. Marketing of Phase II EDA Site—Link to EBHC, Pond and Fountain Mr. Benetti explained that this site is located on the south side of the Embassy Suites and the city is looking at marketing this site and doing some work to the pond and fountain area. He added that the link to the EBHC is complete and provides a sealed corridor from the Hotel to the EBHC. 10. EDA Marketing of Remaining Five Acres (former Olive Garden and Cracker Barrel site) Mr. Eitel stated that with the FBI moving into their space, the City is planning to actively market this site. 11. Humboldt Avenue Corridor Enhancement Opportunities Mr. Eitel explained that the staff maintains this area as a focus and tries to enhance the lighting along this main entry into the city. Commissioner Morgan asked if the city has considered including the faith community in the development planning. Mr. Eitel responded that that would be a policy issue for the City Council. 12. Luther Auto Phase III—Honda and Toyota Dealerships Mr. Benetti explained that both buildings are underway and with a mild winter they were able to get footings and foundations in already. 13. Brooklyn Boulevard Market—6,700 sq. ft. Commercial Site Mr. Benetti pointed that there has been no new activity on this site and the approved building did not happen due to financing issues. 14. Northwest Family Service Center—new 63,000 sq. ft. office addition and parking ramp Mr. Benetti stated that construction of the building and parking ramp are ongoing. 2-16-12 Page 3 15. Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor Study/Reimaging Mr. Benetti stated that staff is working with SRF on a study to identify access controls, medians, and land use. This corridor has been studied several times in the past; however, no changes have occurred along the Boulevard. 16. Maranatha Homes Phase I - 97 Units Mr. Benetti explained that the owners and developer are on a very aggressive schedule and they are looking at a nice addition that will remove the single story building with a multi-story apartment senior community in its place. 17. Former Starbuck's Site (69th and Brooklyn Boulevard) Mr. Benetti stated that there had been an interested tenant for this site but the site did not work out for them. It has since been purchased and may be turned into more of an office use. 18. Luther Auto—old Honda dealership 19. Palmer Lake Plaza(PUD Planning) Mr. Benetti stated that this property is owned by Wirth Companies and last year a PUD rezoning was approved that created a master special use permit. He added that currently there is a K-8 charter school interested in the site. 20. Allied Building Site 21. Surly Brewing Site Mr. Benetti stated that Surly Brewing is actively looking for a site to expand. The City has had discussions with them regarding a location within the city. It is possible for Surly to acquire the Allied building site to expand their business to include a brewery, tap room and convention center. 22. Evergreen Villas plat Mr. Benetti stated that the plat was approved last year and staff anticipates that the owner will develop some single family homes. 23. Eastbrook Estates Mr. Benetti explained that the preliminary plat was approved a few years back but no development took place. There is, however, another group planning to take over and will potentially create some new single family homes. 24. I-1 Industrial Park Study Area 25. Brookhaven/Granite Peaks Apartments Rehab Mr. Benetti stated that the apartments were recently purchased by Jim Soderberg and they are being renovated. 2-16-12 Page 4 OTHER BUSINESS There was no other business. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Kuykendall, seconded by Commissioner Parks, to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m. 4�v_ Chair Recorded and transcribed by: Rebecca Crass 2-16-12 Page 5