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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012 04-26 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 APRIL 26, 2012 ROLL CALL Chair Pro Tem Kara Kuykendall, Commissioners Scott Burfeind, Stan Leino, and Stephen Schonning were present. Also present were Councilmember Carol Kleven, Bud Sorenson and Gail Ebert, Park & Recreation Commission, Secretary to the Planning Commission Tim Benetti, Director of Business & Development, Gary Eitel, and Planning Commission Recording Secretary Rebecca Crass. Carlos Morgan, Michael Parks and Sean Rahn were absent and excused. PRESENTATION— SHINGLE CREEK/WEST MISSISSIPPI WATERSHED DISTRICT Mr. Benetti introduced Steve Lillehaug, Public Works Director, who provided a presentation on the upcoming 3rd Generation Plan. He explained that watersheds are drainage areas that have an impact on other bodies of water downstream. He added that waters are managed to restore and maintain the chemical, physical and biological integrity of the nation's water ways and the adoption of the Clean Water Act assures waters are clean enough to swim and fish safely. Mr. Lillehaug described the watershed districts and the areas they cover and how they operate. He explained that the Shingle Creek /West Mississippi Watershed District is comprised of ten cities and the two Watersheds choose to be a joint powers form to retain local control governed by citizens and not create a new layer of government with taxing authority. • 1St generation plan focused on controlling amount of storm water run-off(1990-2002) • 2nd generation plan focused on water quality, education and outreach(2003-2012) • 3`d generation plan will focus on implementation and achieving desired outcomes to a higher level than we already have (2013-2022) Mr. Lillehaug stated that after studies on the water quality, many of the waters and streams in the area are impaired with various pollutants. He added that the Watershed has received grant money to improve issues identified to improve the water quality and maintain water resources and they are inviting input from the Commission members and residents who have volunteered to serve as the City's Citizen Advisory Committee to the Watersheds. Mr. Lillehaug pointed out some of the goals the Watershed Commission has identified are continue to control the amount of runoff to prevent flooding, increase summer flows in Shingle and Bass Creeks, improve water clarity in lakes, complete stream improvements on 30% of the length of Shingle Creek, increase infiltration to restore groundwater, protect existing wetlands, improve functions and values of wetlands where possible. Mr. Lillehaug pointed out steps to implementation: • Decrease stormwater runoff and improve water quality by adding more stormwater 4-26-12 Page 1 ponds, rain gardens, swales, native vegetation and other practices. • Restore the banks and channel of Shingle Creek and other small streams to make them more stable and natural. • Continue to monitor our water resources to see if they are getting better and make sure they are not getting worse. • Continue providing education and outreach to school groups, associations, city councils and commissions, residents and developers. • Continue to research ways to improve water quality and aquatic life. • Where possible, improve wetlands and increase infiltration to replenish groundwater. Ms. Ebert stated she has noticed that the water level of Palmer Lake has dropped and there is less water and more marshy areas. Mr. Lillehaug replied that they don't plan on adjusting the level of water in Palmer Lake and it may be caused by natural changes. Stan Leino arrived at 7:57 p.m. CALL TO ORDER The Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Pro Tern Kuykendall at 7:58 p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES —APRIL 12, 2012 There was a motion by Commissioner Burfeind, seconded by Chair Pro Tern Kuykendall, to approve the minutes of the April 12, 2012 meeting as submitted. The motion passed. Commissioners Leino and Schonning abstained since they were not at the meeting. CHAIR'S EXPLANATION Chair Pro Tern Kuykendall 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. APPLICATION NO. 2012-006 LOREN VAN DER SLIK/GATLIN DEVELOPMENT Chair Pro Tern Kuykendall introduced Application No. 2012-006, a request for preliminary plat and site and building plan approval related to the former Brookdale Mall Food Court building, now part of the new Shingle Creek Crossing PUD, located at 1300 Shingle Creek Crossing. (See Planning Commission Information Sheet dated 4-26-12 for Application No. 2012-006.) Mr. Benetti explained that this application is an updated PUD Amendment for a proposed Preliminary Plat for "Shingle Creek Crossing 2nd Additions" as well as Site and Building plans for the remodeling and separation of the former Brookdale Mall's food court building from the Sear's store. He further summarized that this Amendment was reviewed by the Planning Commission on July 14, 2011 and tabled until the August 25, 2011 meeting when it was considered and approved for recommendation to the City Council. The City Council adopted 4-26-12 Page 2 Resolution No. 2011-127 on September 12, 2011 which approved the application. He added that Gatlin Development is now proceeding with plans to modify and improve the food court building under this PUD redevelopment. Mr. Benetti then explained to the Commission that the tight time line for notices and mailings, did not allow adequate time for all the necessary reviews and staff is , therefore, recommending that the Commission open the public hearing and then table this item until May 17, 2012. Commissioner Leino inquired about the separation between the Sears building. Mr. Benetti responded that the area is city street width and length and will accommodate two-way traffic. He added that the developer anticipates this to be low traffic area but will allow people a second way to move around on the site. PUBLIC HEARING—APPLICATION NO. 2012-006 There was a motion by Commissioner Leino, seconded by Commissioner Burfeind, to open the public hearing on Application No. 2012-006, at 8:12 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. Chair Pro Tern Kuykendall called for comments from the public. Mr. Luke Payne of Kimley-Horn and Associates stated that they are looking for approval of the preliminary plat and site and building plan approval, and as staff indicated, the plan is in order according to the Master Plan PUD previously approved. Commissioner Burfeind asked Mr. Payne about the possibility of establishing ADA compliant handicap ramp on the side walk area. Mr. Payne responded that the plan will show appropriate handicap parking spaces and a ramp along the sidewalk. Commissioner Burfeind asked for clarification on the history of the drive areas onto the site. Mr. Payne replied that the change occurred to attain enhancements in the park and drive area. CONTINUE PUBLIC HEARING There was a motion by Commissioner Leino, seconded by Commissioner Burfeind, to continue the public hearing on Application No. 2012-006, until May 17, 2012. The motion passed unanimously. The Chair called for further discussion or questions from the Commissioners. ACTION TO RECOMMEND TABLING OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2012-006 SUBMITTED BY LOREN VAN DER SLIK FOR GATLIN DEVELOPMENT FOR PRELIMINARY PLAT AND SITE AND BUILDING PLAN APPROVAL There was a motion by Commissioner Leino, seconded by Commissioner Schonning, to table Planning Commission Application No. 2012-006. Voting in favor: Chair Pro Tern Kuykendall, Commissioners Burfeind, Leino, and Schonning 4-26-12 Page 3 And the following voted against the same: None The motion passed unanimously. The Planning Commission will continue the public hearing for Planning Commission Application No. 2012-006 at their May 17, 2012 meeting. APPLICATION NO. 2012-002 PAUL HYDE (REAL ESTATE RECYCLING) Chair Pro Tem Kuykendall introduced Application No. 2012-002, a request for site and building/development plan approval for a new 90,000 sq. ft. office/manufacturing/warehouse facility located at 4001 Lakebreeze Avenue North. Mr. Benetti presented the staff report describing the location of the property and the proposal. (See Planning Commission Information Sheet dated 4-26-12 for Application No. 2012-002.) Mr. Benetti reviewed that the rezoning of this PUD application was reviewed by the Planning Commission at their April 12, 2012 meeting has been forwarded to the City Council for a first reading and to set a second public hearing/second reading for May 14, 2012. Mr. Benetti described the layout of the new site which will include two new driveways with one serving the large truck court to the west and the other serving as a main entry to the east. He added that the access point off Lakebreeze Avenue will be closed and Azelia Avenue will not be used to provide any access to the site. Commissioner Leino asked about the presence of petroleum pipelines in the site. Mr. Hyde replied that pollution on the site is a result of filling from highway construction and there are petroleum impacts from old pieces of highway/roadways left on the site. Mr. Hyde also responded to earlier comments regarding who takes ownership of clean up on the site due to the pollutants and contaminants found on the site. Mr. Hyde stated that when a grant for clean-up is applied for, paperwork is also filed with the Attorney General who can legally pursue the previous owner for financial responsibility to clean-up the site. ACTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2012-08 REGARDING THE RECOMMENDED DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2012-002 SUBMITTED BY PAUL HYDE OF REAL _ESTATE RECYCLING LLC, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT/SITE AND BUILDING PLAN IN RELATION TO THE NEW PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT ON THE SUBJECT SITE IDENTIFIED AS 4001 LAKEBREEZE AVENUE NORTH. There was a motion by Commissioner Burfeind, seconded by Commissioner Schonning, to approve Planning Commission Resolution No. 2012-08. Voting in favor: Chair Pro Tem Kuykendall, Commissioners Burfeind, Leino, and Schonning And the following voted against the same: None The motion passed unanimously. 4-26-12 Page 4 The Council will consider the application at its May 14, 2012 meeting. The applicant must be present. Major changes to the application as reviewed by the Planning Commission will require that the application be returned to the Commission for reconsideration. DISCUSSION ITEM There were no discussion items. OTHER BUSINESS Mr. Benetti announced to the Commission that Maranatha is having a second open house with the surrounding property owners on May 3, 2012 to discuss or help plan-out the revisions to the Site Plan, initially reviewed and tabled at the April 12th meeting, and the Commission is invited to attend. He also stated that the minutes from the previous Planning Commission meeting indicated that the previous public hearing was closed rather than continued. He explained that if they wish to open the meeting back up for a public hearing, a motion should be made at the May 17, 2012 meeting to continue the public hearing for additional comments. There was no other business. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Leino, seconded by Commissioner Burfeind, to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m. Chair Recorded and transcribed by: Rebecca Crass 4-26-12 Page 5