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Home My WebLink About2012 11-15 PCP - cancelled X ij�of KLYN TER PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER NOVEMBER 15, 2012 REGULAR SESSION 1. Call to Order: 7:00 PM 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes—October 25, 2012 Study Session 4. Chairperson's Explanation The Planning Commission is 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. 5. Presentations—None 6. Planning Application Items with public hearing)—None 7. Planning Application Items without public hearing) —None 8. Action Items a) Consideration of Planning Commission Resolution No. 2012-22, providing the recommendations and findings by the Planning Commission to the City Council regarding the 2012 Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor Study. 9. Discussion Items 10. Adjournment 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 OCTOBER 25, 2012 CALL TO ORDER The Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Rahn at 7:14 p.m. ROLL CALL Chair Sean Rahn, Commissioners Scott Burfeind, Stan Leino, Carlos Morgan and Stephen Schonning were present. Also present were Councilmembers Carol Kleven, Secretary to the Planning Commission Tim Benetti, Director of Business & Development, Gary Eitel, and Planning Commission Recording Secretary Rebecca Crass. Kara Kuykendall and Michael Parks were absent and excused. Stan Leino arrived at 7:14 p.m. (Mr. Leino's presence created a quorum of the Commission and allowed the meeting to begin 14-minutes after the 7.•00 p.m.posted meeting time). APPROVAL OF MINUTES—OCTOBER 11, 2012 There was a motion by Commissioner Burfeind, seconded by Commissioner Schonning, to approve the minutes of the October 11, 2012 meeting as submitted. The motion passed. Chair Rahn abstained as he was not at the meeting. 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. APPLICATION NO.2012-021 LOREN VAN DER SLIK/GATLIN DEVELOPMENT Chair Rahn introduced Application No. 2012-021, consideration of a proposed Site and Building plan approval for a new LA/Fitness facility, proposed Building J, as illustrated and planned in the 2011 Shingle Creek Crossing PUD Master Development Plan (1500 Shingle Creek Crossing). (See Planning Commission Information Sheet dated 10-25-12 for Application No. 2012-021.) Mr. Benetti explained Building J was originally planned to be 45,000 sf. building on a 3.5 acre pad site platted as Lot 7, Block 1, Shingle Creek Crossing. He added as part of the recent amendments No. 2 and 3, Building G site was re-labeled to Building J which will be a slightly smaller building(38,000 sq. ft.)with a slightly smaller lot size of 3.09 acres. Mr. Benetti further explained the new LA Fitness building footprint is approximately 160' x 216', or 34,500 sq. ft. and the interior mezzanine level of 3,500 sq. ft. increases this building size Page 1 10-25-12 to the 38,000 sq. ft. He added the PUD Agreement between Gatlin Development and the City allows the Developer to decrease final building sizes without the need for any PUD amendment or special approvals. Mr. Benetti stated the new site plan layout contains two minor changes including removal of a two-way drive aisle to the rear of the building to accommodate front row parking and a smaller connecting parking area to the east side of the building which is to be kept as green space and landscaped area. Mr. Benetti continued by stating the building is surrounded by 6-ft. sidewalks along the west, north and east sides, and a larger 15-ft. walkway along the front as well as connecting walkways between the two building sites to the west and east of this site. He pointed out the Planning Commission adopted a resolution that included an additional condition regarding improving pedestrian access on the site, however, this plan does not include any walkway connection to the trail/walkway along Bass Lake Road due to the existing decorative fencing along this existing trail. He added the City Council did not support the idea of allowing additional or multiple pedestrian access "cuts" in the Bass Lake Road fencing and felt the walkway connections offered by the Developer/Development was adequate and much safer. Therefore, there is no recommendation made to include any additional walkway to the Bass Lake Road segment. Mr. Benetti reviewed the exterior components of the building including the stone veneer and lighting on the buildings as well as the exterior sidewalks. He added they are suggesting that lighting be included on all four sides of the building since the walkway continues around the entire site. Mr. Benetti added that staff has also recommended that the developer install another drive aisle on the other side of the parking area. He pointed out the Phase II Land Disturbance permit has been approved on the site which accommodates Buildings H, K and L and part of the parking area and utility work is being handled under the building permit process. Therefore, staff is recommending the adoption of Resolution No. 2012-23. Chair Rahn asked if the landscaping is adequate as it relates to the city's landscape point system. Mr. Benetti responded that the overall landscaping plan was approved as part of the original PUD approval and went above and beyond what is required. He added even adjusting what is being accommodated in the back,they are still within what's required. Commissioner Leino asked if the building meets similar size and style requirements as other LA Fitness buildings. Mr. Benetti responded that typically a company will come in with prototype plan depending on what part of the county they are located in. He added this prototype contains more features that other LA Fitness facilities in the metro area and fits the city's architectural standards. Commissioner Morgan arrived at 7:25 p.m. Commissioner Burfeind asked if the stone veneer is similar to what was used on the Wal-Mart building. Mr. Benetti explained that it will look similar to and will blend in but will not mimic exactly. He added the city requested additional materials on the building to meet standards established with the Wal-Mart building. Mr. Burfeind stated he likes the proposed look of the building. Page 2 10-25-12 The Chair called for further discussion or questions from the Commissioners. The Commissioners interposed no objections to approval of the Application. ACTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION REGARDING THE RECOMMENDED DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2012-021 SUBMITTED BY LOREN VAN DER SLIK OF GATLIN DEVELOPMENT COMPANY REQUESTING SITE AND BUILDING PLAN APPROVAL OF BUILDING J IN THE SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, WHICH IS SCHEDULED TO BECOME THE NEW LA FITNESS FACILITY, LOCATED AT 1500 SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING There was a motion by Commissioner Leino, seconded by Commissioner Schonning to approve Planning Commission Resolution No. 2012-23. Voting in favor: Chair Rahn, Commissioners Burfeind, Leino, Morgan, and Schonning And the following voted against the same: None The motion passed unanimously. The Council will consider the application at its November 13, 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. CONSIDERATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2012-24 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED FINAL PLAT OF FRANCE AVENUE BUSINESS PARK ADDITION, LOCATED AT 4001 LAKEBREEZE AVENUE NORTH (PAUL HYDE—REAL ESTATE RECYCLING)APPLICATION NO. 2012-009 Mr. Benetti explained the preliminary plat was approved by the City Council with certain conditions on July 23, 2012. The final plat has been reviewed by staff and found to be in conformance with the approved preliminary plat and is recommended for approval. There was a motion by Commissioner Schonning, seconded by Commissioner Leino, to approve Planning Commission Resolution No. 2012-24. Voting in favor: Chair Rahn, Commissioners Burfeind, Leino, Morgan, and Schonning And the following voted against the same: None The motion passed unanimously. The Council will consider the application at its November 13, 2012 meeting. CONSIDERATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2012 7251 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED FINAL PLAT OF SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING 2ND ADDITION, LOCATED IN THE SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION NO. 2012-011 Page 3 10-25-12 Mr. Benetti explained the preliminary plat was approved by the City Council with certain conditions on September 24, 2012. The final plat has been reviewed by staff and found to be in conformance with the approved preliminary plat and is recommended for approval. Chair Rahn asked about the easements located through Shingle Creek. Mr. Eitel responded that there is stagnant water throughout the creek and as the result of an obstruction in Minneapolis and the City will fix it so it flows again by gravity. There was a motion by Commissioner Burfeind, seconded by Commissioner Schonning, to approve Planning Commission Resolution No. 2012-25. Voting in favor: Chair Rahn, Commissioners Burfeind, Leino, Morgan, and Schonning And the following voted against the same: None The motion passed unanimously. The Council will consider the application at its November 13, 2012 meeting. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION REGARDING THE FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE CITY'S PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION REGARDING THE 2012 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD CORRIDOR PRELIMINARY LAYOUT Mr. Eitel explained that staff felt it important to add additional details to the resolution as various exhibits to outline in detail proposed changes to the corridor. He further described plans to create a more visible sign to better announce the entrance to the city at the entry of the city at 49th Avenue and Brooklyn Boulevard as well as the preservation of the trees in the area. He also discussed the elimination of back up traffic unto Brooklyn Boulevard (a County Road) to create a safer environment for traffic and pedestrians. Mr. Eitel further explained proposals to create better access at intersections off Hwy 100 unto Brooklyn Boulevard by slowing down traffic. Commissioner Morgan asked about a recent comment made about a tunnel being located under Hwy 100. Mr. Eitel responded that he has engaged in conversations with the consultant regarding a tunnel under or possibly a pedestrian bridge over the Hwy 100 intersection. Commissioner Leino stated he would be more in favor of a bridge than a tunnel for safety reasons. Mr. Eitel responded there are tunnels on the regional trail-way and if it appears to be a safety issue,they will not pursue it. Commissioner Burfeind stated that the transit hub along this interchange does provide a pedestrian cross walk; however, it is not ADA compliant and appears to be dangerous for pedestrians. He asked if it is an option to do some landscaping similar to what occurred along County Road 10. Mr. Eitel responded it if is done properly, it could be done. Commissioner Burfeind suggested staff put a push on MnDOT to consider safer pedestrian routes along this intersection. Mr. Burfeind further stated he sees several options that would not be as expensive as what is proposed. Page 4 10-25-12 Mr. Eitel continued to review the areas of 56th and Brooklyn Boulevard, Bass Lake Road and Brooklyn Boulevard, and other intersections along the boulevard. Mr. Eitel suggested that the approval of the resolution could be delayed until the November 8, 2012 meeting if the Commission wished to review the changes to the resolution further. Chair Rahn stated he is in agreement that the Commission delay adopting the resolution until the entire Commission has an opportunity to provide input regarding the proposed additions to the resolution. It was the consensus of the Commission to delay approval of Resolution Regarding the Findings and Recommendations of the City's Planning Advisory Commission Regarding the 2012 Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor Preliminary Layout until a future meeting. DISCUSSION ITEM There were no discussion items. OTHER BUSINESS There was no other business. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Burfeind, seconded by Commissioner Leino, to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Chair Recorded and transcribed by: Rebecca Crass Page 5 10-25-12 City of Business and Development Brookl n Center Department www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway,Brooklyn Center,Minnesota 55430-2199 Phone 763.569.3300 TTYNoice 711 Fax 763.569.3494 MEMORANDUM TO: Chair Sean Rahn and Planning Commissioners FROM: Gary Eitel, Business&Development Director Tim Benetti, Planning & Zoning Specialist DATE: November 15, 2012 RE: Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor Study Area — Proposed Resolution [DRAFT] of Support, Recommendations and Finding Attached for your review and consideration at next Thursday night's Planning Commission Meeting is an amended version of the proposed PC Resolution No. 2012-022, which affirms the Planning Commission's support to the overall Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor improvements. The resolution contains a number of recommendations and findings, along with various goals and visioning statements for certain areas throughout the corridor. The Planning Commission may wish to add or modify these goals and vision statements as you see fit. Staff will present this to the City Council at a future meeting date. Staff is also providing for your review an updated Summary Report (dated October 2012) from SRF Consulting Group, along with an updated Implementation Plan layout map. Planning staff is participating in an upcoming Brooklyn Boulevard Technical Advisory Committee next Wednesday, November 14'h to discuss these summary and other elements of the soon-to-be completed study report. Staff may have more information or results from this meeting for discussion next Thursday night. Until then, if you have any other questions or comments prior to the meeting, feel free to call Gary at (763) 569-3305 / email geitel(2ci.brooklyn-center.mn.us or Tim at (763) 569-3319 / tbenetti kci.brooklyn-center.mn.us). Also, please let Rebecca or Tim know if you are unable to attend or need to miss next Thursday night's meeting. Thank you. Commissioner introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2012-22 RESOLUTION SIGNIFYING THE FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE CITY'S PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION REGARDING THE 2012 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD CORRIDOR STUDY AND PRELIMINARY LAYOUT WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center's 2030 Comprehensive Plan includes a goal and objective of making major street corridors and other public spaces highly attractive, including Brooklyn Boulevard; and WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center's Comprehensive Plan indicates that reaching consensus on a vision for the section of Brooklyn Boulevard south of I-694/I-94 that would then be translated into design parameters should precede redevelopment of land area along Brooklyn Boulevard; and WHEREAS, performing a corridor study for Brooklyn Boulevard will provide guidance for future transportation, redevelopment and streetscaping improvements; and WHEREAS, the City Council authorized an agreement for professional services with SRF Consulting Group, Inc. to provide professional services and prepare said study and plans for the Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor; and WHEREAS, the Planning Advisory Commission was provided periodic updates by city planning staff on September 29, 2011; October 13 and 29, 2011; December 15, 2011; March 1, 15 and 29, 2012; and September 27, 2012; and WHEREAS, the City, in conjunction with SRF Consulting Group, Inc. staff, conducted two (2) separate open houses for the affected property owners and general public to review the study plans, including proposed roadway layouts, new trails and sidewalks; right-of-way impacts; streetscaping and landscaping improvements; lighting; and other corridor amenities. WHEREAS, the Planning Advisory Commission has determined or formulated the following goals and vision statements for the City Council to consider as part of their overall general consensus and support of this Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor area, which includes: 1. Preserve and enhance the adjacent residential neighborhoods; and Provide entry treatments and neighborhood identifiers where applicable 2. Protect adjoining residential properties; and Provide minimum setbacks and buffer widths to enable a combination berms with landscaping and fencing or decorative walls. 3. Identify necessary right-of-way impacts and corridor widths to accomplish: A) Boulevard treatments and setbacks for trails and sidewalks; and B) Placement of landscape medians to enable the vision and goals for the corridor to be accomplished. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Advisory Commission of the City of Brooklyn Center supports the draft design concepts for the 2012 Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor Study and hereby provides its input for the various segments of the corridor study as illustrated on the attached exhibits: Exhibit A Segment from 49th Avenue to 51St Avenue Exhibit B Segment from 51St Avenue to the north side of HWY 100 Exhibit C Segment from HWY 100 to 59th Avenue/Bass Lake Road Exhibit D Segment from 59th Avenue/Bass Lake Road to 65th Avenue Exhibit E Segment from 65th Avenue to I-694 November 15,2012 Date Chair ATTEST: Secretary 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: Chair , Commissioners ,and and the following voted against the same: Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Exhibit A Segment from 49th Avenue to 51St Avenue The Commission supports the following concepts: 1. Converting the existing 4-lane roadway to a 3-lane roadway with a center-left turn lane. 2. The designation of the east side of the right-of-way as a sidewalk corridor. 3. The designation of the west side of the right-of-way as a trail corridor. 4. The changes to the west side of the current 51St Avenue intersection. 5. The use of a 6-ft.wide shoulder area for bicycle use, emergency stops and other infrequent stops/deliveries,which will help provide greater separation from the traffic lane to the sidewalk and trail,and provide better sight lines at private driveways. Typical Street—pe Cross Section DECORAiivt eD ArtwN*wc AT IIIiW Resldenrial Area Segment A Between 19th Ave.and ShtAve.-Looking Nonh at �$r. 71 01, >x r f x i r . _1lY 17 r b' 11' l7 11 RESIpf N1Ul NFWaiORNpOp iRWL IURF �n;F T U CWMNUOUSILR TNRV N14 TURF WALR RFSWENMLNEKiae0RH0E%1 ILVD LMaF 1WIN VJiF LANF 4V0 90 1 y vs000sLO slow*a war 66 ; it POItNTUt WSTW GMa war IOttNTW s is RK.HTOf R.GH10, WN U/NSCT wAY tMeac' The Commission recommends that consideration be given to the following: I. That the street layout, sidewalks and trail locations for this portion of the corridor be coordinated with the City of Minneapolis' own trail plans to Victory Memorial Parkway. 2. Consider options to compliment and expand the theme of the existing City's Entrance Sign in this area. 3. Consider opportunities for property owners to install driveway turn around areas to avoid backing into the Brooklyn Boulevard. 4. Identify the location of homes(existing front yard setback areas)and their relationship to the design standards. Assess the minimum design parameters for the trails and boulevard widths. Exhibit B Segment from 51St Avenue to the north side of HWY 100 The Commission supports the following concepts: 1. The new intersection with HWY 100 interchange and its extension of Lilac Drive. 2. The elimination of the de-acceleration lane for Brooklyn Boulevard traffic entering onto the northbound HWY 100 ramp. 3. The removal of the ramp acceleration lane entering onto Brooklyn Boulevard. 4. The removal of the third northbound drive lane on the bridge and terminating at 55th Avenue. 5. The placement of a 10-ft. wide trail (regional trail standard) on the west side and a 6-ft. sidewalk on the east side. Typical 5tmetscape Cross section 3 QjCc wrvt R6 AV U NTWe Mtelchange Area n CAww raFFs Seq—w ABetween5lst Ave.and MEMMICANOev rREFS TH100-Looking North TOPE CONCOEIt.—I NANCF ST— 1 _ter MIN 1� j_6'-#11j, I0 t I tAUN1AGt ■0A TU tt TMt lUtf TMRU MRU At[daN TWU TMU W[ 1W( a BIYC VMRK 6=1 LANE B Its I l T.nU txAe Yn♦f ItaS'+.tlwut pst iwti The Commission recommends that consideration be given to the following: 1. The extension of the public street across the Brookdale Covenant Church and Malmborg's Nursery sites to connect to the existing Lilac Drive(diagram noted below). x 'e a. 1, BROOKOALE COVENANT CHURCH Exhibit B Segment from 51St Avenue to the north side of HWY 100 (Continued) 2. Reconsider the location of the 51St Avenue transit stop(west side)and consider the potential of a bus pull off lane. 3. Consider the area necessary for locating the trail and transit stop prior to the vacation of any excess right of way(existing service drive to the Brookdale Covenant Church site). 4. Work with MnDOT identifying an architectural theme for the HWY 100 bridge,including lighting,railings, and concrete design patterns. 5. Consider the use of flag standards, similar to the 610 bridge. 6. Consider an ADA accessible crosswalk to address the east/west pedestrian movements at the north side of the HWY 100 interchange/intersections. 7. Consider pedestrian refuge islands or areas at the HWY 100 ramp/interchange areas for the north/south pedestrian movements. Exhibit C Segment from HNW 100 to 59th Avenue/ Bass Lake Road The Commission supports the following concepts: 1. The design concept of a 4-lane roadway with 6-ft. shoulders. 2. The design of a 10-ft. boulevard area as a separation/green area from the 6-ft. sidewalk. 3. Maintaining the 21-ft. median areas with the reduced 10-ft. median areas at intersections. 4. The design concept for the 55th Avenue intersection(diagram noted below)with the frontage road and the entrance to the Northport Elementary School, which helps increase the stacking distance entering the 55th Avenue and Brooklyn Boulevard intersection. SEE INSET E FOR ALTERNATIVE R/ �IN LAKES REGIONAL 4 fit S ARRLCKs BROOKC AL'c r. BELL [10 s ' GRILLµ 5. The extension of a community trail within the western portion(green area) of this 200-ft. right- of-way corridor. 6. The removal of the free right-hand turn movement on the eastern side of the Bass Lake Road/Brooklyn Boulevard intersection. 7. The development of entrance nodes within right-of-way used for these free right-hand turn movements. Exhibit C Segment from HWY 100 to 591h Avenue/Bass Lake Road (continued) Typical Streetxape Cross Section 3a - —`- -- AdWx l Ctry C-W Stormwater Treatment Alte(natNe ;i oECOM7A/L ROA17-1 Segmant l Between MlOO..d 59th 11 U9111AWS wnN AAla1[As Ave LOa(:rg Nath ..# WtsaN Uxon tu[t—. � 1 j aow[vAAOCArm.t rq[s ^Y P .i CONCAM P(A `il um L l Y MYiN1.hY .. 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Consider options available to replace the on-grade street crossing of the regional trail way at 55d'Avenue/Brooklyn Boulevard(diagram noted below): A. Pedestrian tunnel near 53rd Avenue and the KG Clothing retail store site. B. Potential locations for a pedestrian bridge over Brooklyn Boulevard. .,.Rd. \A ---�--_-. •' � � •fit i _Wr F Legend = M Existing Twin takes Regional Trail • -- ..., ••• 0• Alternative Crossing Route • • • • • •'• • •• Alternative Crossing Route • • • • • Alternative Crossing RouteC 0 25.50' 100' Twin Lakes Regional Trail Grade Separated Crossing Options 8rooklyn 13..!..,d Corridor Study-RttMine dod Corx'ep ay Rep 7MI - Gr,of 9""!"reme- 2. Review the location of the transit stops near 53rd Avenue (east&west sides) and pedestrian/ transit riders' accessibility to these locations. 3. Consider the option of pedestrian refuge areas within the medians areas, such as the 53rd Avenue transit stop locations. 4. Consider the replacement of the existing wood light poles and removal of their overhead utility service lines. 5. Identify a streetscape theme for future improvements to lighting, uniform tree placements, and decorative features within concrete median areas; such as banner poles. 6. Extend the western entrance treatment along Bass Lake Road to include improvements to CVS Pharmacy's entrance. 7. Consider options for low maintenance landscaping within the medians. 8. Consider opportunities for the use of rain gardens and infiltration basins within the median area and along the green space within the western right of way. Exhibit D Segment from 59th Avenue/Bass Lake Road to 65th Avenue The Commission supports the following concepts: 1. The design concept of a 4-lane roadway with 6-ft. shoulders and medians to restrict left-hand turn movements with city streets. 2. The continuation of a 10-ft. trail along the west side of the right-of-way with a 10-ft. boulevard area. 3. The continuation of the 6-ft. sidewalk on the east side of the right-of-way with a 10-ft. boulevard area. 4. The alignment of Admiral Lane and 60th Avenue roadways into a common intersection. 5. The option of extending the eastern leg of the 61 St Avenue intersection into the commercial properties on the east side of Brooklyn Boulevard (BP Service Station to American Legion Site). 6. The use of a surmountable median that would allow full access movement to the Fire Department(southbound access onto Brooklyn Boulevard). Typical Streetscape Cross section 4 - (With Bike lafses) ... Segment C Between 59rh Ave and A It 6 S Ave. L-Aing North t ..-- . a fANDSCM+NC. --1uo�u,aACU Y.,..�� fa�_.t r� � fr 1r fr e 1r fr c fv: s afoo xtaN.n vM• taMrAR[w wtW. twt T.1 [IAN t%1[1f]len iMlu [Min/ alit[ fuq wNR MuM[KYt MOrtm f.. .I M[dAN IANI RirC fJ1' � .Aroseo Rltatlsr wAY M1[Ntul.,F.. [JfIStIrIG a16N16r WAY NMIU 75'a5'1 N'f'. Typical Stleel—W Cross Section 4 (Without Bike lanes} Segment C Brtwaen 59th Ave.and 1t _ 65th Ave.•Looking North i .1 ( •«1 l 2�- .c�. i aurc SttNGA$YMr �:� la' j^1a 1J f0 .4 iJ attc XlN[A1JMr <uMM11104 nInelRry TMJf i1A[ Tyr" MAU + i[[T TUaN ON[IIFTrI 'MRU _.j TM_ tuff NNR C(AMfll(W IWWAV awo M[DM aNa for e or wAY ..r.A,LV�.MwY1n:Y vaP;fS , .__.___..._. .._._. Ma NV 6 a5' Nf.tW"O"W Wb NMMS tS'9S') qrf MTW RIG T of WAY IMMCT rww Exhibit D Segment from 591h Avenue/Bass Lake Road to 65`h Avenue (continued) The Commission recommends that consideration be given to the following: 1. The option of an Admiral Lane and 6CP Avenue intersection that preserves the vacant commercial lot and provides opportunities to enhance the entrance to the Admiral Lane Neighborhood and improved access for the future redevelopment of the residential properties between 60th Avenue and 6I St Avenue. Q i _ GLOiY CHURCH 1 j w =-4 �{� C lllill�li _ - .�^� NO 01 .r STAY ~_ • 2. Develop and overall phasing plan that prioritizes the removal of the power poles and replaces them with decorative and/or architectural themed light standards. 3. That the conceptual planning for the east side of Brooklyn Boulevard be expanded to include the 3 existing residential properties south of the fire station and the 2 residential properties south of the 61"Avenue(identified as A&A Chiropractic and PBC Medical/Dental) and the Iman Husain Islamic Center. 4. Develop a conceptual plan for a revised parking layout and access drive for the commercial properties between 62"d Avenue and 63' Avenue to accomplish the boulevard treatment and trail location. 5. That the EDA consider the acquisition of the vacant commercial lot in the southeast quadrant of 63rd and Brooklyn Boulevard to promote the redevelopment of these 3 commercial properties, comprising 3.85 acres in area into a unified PUD. Exhibit D Segment from 59th Avenue/Bass Lake Road to 65th Avenue (continued) 6. That conceptual development alternatives for the single family properties between 60th Avenue and 61St Avenue include: a. alternative types of senior housing and assisted care housing options; b. limited use office condominiums; and c. temporary open space with future plans for redevelopment with the adjacent properties to the west. 7. That conceptual development alternatives for the properties between 61St Avenue and 62nd Avenue include: a. the option of a large scale senior housing project;and b. a commercial concept for all properties from 61St Avenue to 63rd Avenue that would provide opportunities to relocate existing Brooklyn Boulevard businesses into an overall PUD. 8. That the study reaffirms a minimum front-yard parking setback of 15 feet. 9. Reconsider the concept of maintaining and re-designing Metro Transit bus pull-offs/loading areas at certain points throughout the corridor,by utilizing a combination of the 6-ft. on-street shoulders with longer,tapered access lanes along both ends. Exhibit E Segment from 65th Avenue to I-694 The Commission supports the following concepts: 1. The tightening of the free-right movement from the east bound off ramp to reduce the speed of vehicles entering Brooklyn Boulevard. 2. Establishing a right turn lane for 65th Avenue (Metro Park&Ride Site). 3. The planning for future acquisition of the residential homes on the west side of Brooklyn Boulevard located north of 63`d Avenue. 4. The placement of a median from the Max Sun shopping center northern drive to 65th Avenue 5. The continuation of the 6-ft. sidewalk on the east side of the right of way with a 10-ft. boulevard area. 6. The continuation of a 10-ft. trail along the west side of the right-of-way with a 10-ft. boulevard area design until it connects to off-road trail improvements at the Metro Transit site. The Commission recommends that consideration be given to the following: 1. Consider improvements to the landscaped buffer for the 3 single family residential properties located in the southeast corner of the I-694 Brooklyn Boulevard interchange. 2. Consider a development concept for the 4 commercially zoned properties in the Northeast quadrant of Brooklyn Boulevard and 650i Avenue 3. Consider alternate development concepts for the 6 single family residential lots north of 63`d Avenue that would include the following: a. limited use office condominiums; and b. temporary open space with future plans for redevelopment with the adjacent properties to the west(Note: this concept should include the alignment of the France Avenue intersection with 63`d Avenue). 4. Consider options to replace the current Brooklyn Boulevard access to the existing Arena Learning Center lot. Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor Study Summary Report City of Brooklyn Center Prepared by: &I ok4 I Consulting Group, Inc. October 2012 Table of Contents Introduction....................................................................................................................2 ProcessSummary .........................................................................................................2 Visionand Goals ...........................................................................................................3 ExistingConditions.......................................................................................................4 FutureConcept..............................................................................................................5 ImplementationPlan......................................................................................................8 Conclusions...................................................................................................................9 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD CORRIDOR STUDY ] SRF Consulting Group, Inc. Introduction Brooklyn Boulevard serves as a primary corridor within Brooklyn Center's "City Center"—the triangle formed by TH 100, Brooklyn Boulevard, and I-694. As a minor arterial, the Boulevard not only provides access from Highways 100 and I-694 to the Brookdale Mall site - a former regional shopping destination poised for redevelopment as Shingle Creek - and surrounding commercial areas, but also provides an alternative transportation connection between Minneapolis and its northern suburbs. Land uses adjoining Brooklyn Boulevard reflect the evolution of the community from the time Brookdale Center was constructed in 1962 until today: post-WWII housing that has remained in residential use, similar housing converted to commercial uses, smaller locally-owned commercial, national chain commercial, and offices. The quality and character of development along the corridor also varies significantly reflecting eras of prosperity and disinvestment. This incremental development of the past 50 years has resulted in a corridor that does not function at an optimal level. Numerous driveways and access points create safety and operational concerns for motorists, a lack of good sidewalks and trails inhibit pedestrian and bicycle circulation, potentially incompatible adjacent land uses reduce quality of life for current occupants and dampen redevelopment opportunities, and transit facilities are not well integrated into the overall framework. Brooklyn Center's Comprehensive Plan identifies Brooklyn Boulevard as a critical element within the City Center, which merits focused efforts to renew, revitalize and redevelop. In keeping with the recommendations of the Comprehensive Plan, the City of Brooklyn Center is working toward a vision for the future of Brooklyn Boulevard with agency and community stakeholders. The purpose of this study is to create a vision and future roadway concept for the Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor that can become the foundation for identifying financial resources for preliminary engineering and construction. The improved corridor would improve transportation in the corridor for all modes, establish a cohesive streetscape character with improved amenities to encourage pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit users, attract and retain businesses, and to be the basis for review of redevelopment proposals. Process Summary Stakeholder input was used throughout the study process to help shape the vision and goals for the corridor, identify existing issues, and develop the future concept and implementation roles. Ongoing coordination with agency partners helped refine and select options, and was also used to create buy in to the long term solutions. The public involvement goal was: BROOKLYN BOULEVARD CORRIDOR STUDY 2 SRF Consulting Group,Inc. To develop a progressive vision and corridor concepts for Brooklyn Boulevard that balance the needs of land use, transportation, and livability improvements and that will be supported by diverse stakeholders. The future vision for the corridor will reflect the transportation needs of the City and County, while considering the needs of all multimodal users of the corridor. Objectives of the stakeholder involvement process included: • Build agency consensus through ongoing communication and involvement. • . Develop successful, context-sensitive solutions through agency collaboration. • Provide opportunity for public input prior to finalizing the corridor vision. The study was led by the City of Brooklyn Center but other decision-making authorities included the Minnesota Department of Transportation (for I-94 and TH 100 interchanges and bridge over TH 100), Hennepin County (agency with jurisdiction over Brooklyn Boulevard and intersecting County roads), Metro Transit (for transit operations and infrastructure), and Three Rivers Park District (due to the trail crossing at 55th Avenue). These partners met seven times throughout the study as the Technical Advisory Committee to provide input on study components, the future concept, and implementation. The project team also consulted with the Brooklyn Center City Council to keep Councilors advised of project progress and gather input. A project website, series of newsletters, and press coverage informed the public of about the study and encouraged input. Two open house meetings were held which were open to the public. The first meeting focused on identifying existing issues and presenting an early concept for refinement. The second meeting included presentation of the final version of the future concept and implementation plan. Meeting attendees were generally supportive of the study and confirmed many similar existing issues the study team and TAC identified. Vision and Goals The Vision and Goals address five topic areas to guide the Brooklyn Boulevard Study: Roadway Functionality Improve roadway safety, improve traffic operations, reduce the number of access points to enhance mobility and safety, address all modal needs. Land Use, Community Character and Redevelopment Identify land uses not compatible with the future vision for transportation functions, improve transitions to residential neighborhoods, develop a streetscape concept, and promote Complete Streets principles. Transit Enhance transit rider safety and comfort, improve transit operations, support transit ridership by providing transit supportive land uses, and identify deficient pedestrian access to bus stops. BROOKLYN BOULEVARD CORRIDOR STUDY 3 SRF Consulting Group,Inc. Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities Identify gaps in the trail and sidewalk network, identify appropriate improvements given the corridor context, and identify key pedestrian crossing enhancements. Implementation Identify a comprehensive set of projects to build towards the long term vision for the corridor, identify potential funding sources and agency responsibilities, prioritize needed improvements, and sustain long term agency commitment to the study recommendations. A vision statement is provided for each topic area, followed by specific goals to be accomplished as part of the Corridor Study. Existing Conditions The purpose of Existing Conditions Study report is to assemble and analyze data for the corridor to identify issues. Identification and mapping of corridor needs, deficiencies, constraints, and opportunities will assist in refining the corridor vision and goals, as well as the future concepts for the corridor. An assessment of the conditions of the existing Brooklyn Boulevard corridor was completed to guide the recommendations in the Future Concept. A summary of key findings is included below. Demographics Predicted increases in population (17 percent), number of households (11 percent), and employment (58 percent increase in retail employment, 100 percent increase in non-retail employment) drive the need for transportation improvements in the corridor. Land Use Single family homes directly on Brooklyn Boulevard are guided to other land uses in the City of Brooklyn Center's comprehensive plan. Redevelopment and reconfiguration of these parcels is recommended. As residences along Brooklyn Boulevard become available, City purchase of these properties will facilitate redevelopment that could include site reconfiguration and parcel assembly to better fit the long term vision for the corridor. Transit Existing transit routes, service levels, and amenities are generally adequate for the level of ridership present in the corridor. Transit effectiveness along the corridor is hindered by lack of pedestrian-oriented compact development that provides destinations for transit users. Improvements to these transit infrastructure elements may also encourage increased transit use. Trails and Sidewalks Sidewalk is present throughout the corridor but has inadequate boulevards. Trails are not continuous and better east-west crossings for bicyclists and pedestrians are needed. BROOKLYN BOULEVARD CORwDOR STUDY 4 SRF Consulting Group,Inc. Streetscaping improvements could provide visual amenities and establish an identity for the corridor. Traffic, Safety, and Access Specific improvements are recommended such as turn lane modifications, access closures over time, and geometric changes to address safety and traffic operations issues. Key issues identified include the free right turn from the I-94 off ramps onto southbound Brooklyn Boulevard; the free right turn at the south TH 100 off ramp to northbound Brooklyn Boulevard, which presents a challenging pedestrian crossing; and the high turning volumes at the 51St Street/Brooklyn Boulevard intersection. Environmental and Cultural Constraints An inventory of existing conditions identifies issues for further study if environmental review is needed for project implementation. Future Concept The recommended concept addresses the issues identified in the Existing Conditions section of this report. The recommended concept is summarized in the attached graphic. Concept Description A geometric layout has been developed to incorporate and illustrate the various recommendations related to various issues reviewed as part of the study. The existing four-lane facility provides sufficient vehicular capacity and will not be expanded beyond four lanes, based on early coordination with Brooklyn Center, Hennepin County and MnDOT staff, along with initial traffic operations review. The existing posted speed of 40 mph north of TH 100 seems appropriate; however, the ultimate posted speed is typically determined based on a speed study. The 40 mph speed falls within the `low' speed regime of both MnDOT and Minnesota State Aid manuals for design of roadway facilities. The low speed regime allows for more flexibility in lane width and turn lane lengths on the roadway, and for more flexibility with clear zone requirements to fixed objects behind the curb. The existing corridor includes four through lanes with turn lanes at several intersections. The existing sidewalks along Brooklyn Boulevard are immediately adjacent to the curb or have minimal separation (three feet to five feet) which leads to an uncomfortable feeling for pedestrians in this area. Between TH 100 and Bass Lake Road however, adequate boulevard widths exist and allow more separation between the vehicular traffic and pedestrians along the sidewalk. Between 49th Avenue and TH 100 is a slightly different character of roadway with a slightly lower posted speed limit of 35 mph and single family residence accesses directly to Brooklyn Boulevard. Traffic volumes in this area are markedly lower as well. This segment provides the connection to Minneapolis south of 49th Avenue. A balance between the required functions of an A minor arterial (mobility and access) connecting I-694 to TH 100 as well as providing local access to adjacent businesses and connected neighborhoods has been incorporated into the layout. The draft layout incorporates the BROOKLYN BOULEVARD CORRIDOR STUDY 5 SRF Consulting Group,Inc. review of multi-modal transportation needs, including vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians and transit as well as aesthetic components. On-street bike lanes were studied but are not recommended (see Trail and Sidewalk Concept) with the traffic volume and speed in the corridor. An off-street shared use trail will provide a bicycle facility separated from traffic throughout the corridor. Access impacts roadway operations, including mobility and safety. As an A minor arterial, one purpose of this type of roadway is to provide mobility for vehicular traffic and connect other principal arterials such as TH 100 and I-94. Another purpose is to provide controlled access to parcels adjacent to the corridor. Existing access points have been reviewed and compared with future land use plans. Direct access to Brooklyn Boulevard is recommended to be consistent with Hennepin County's access spacing guidelines of full access every 1/4 mile and partial access every 1/8 mile. Various access points have been consolidated or eliminated for the future concept. Future land use along Brooklyn Boulevard does not include single family residences, and therefore, those access points are recommended to be closed or consolidated. Other existing direct access points to businesses along the corridor may be limited to right in/right out only. The greatest impact to access will be between 58th Avenue (Bass Lake Road) and 63rd, where no median exists today. Access revision will occur over time as land use changes. Several alternative geometric concepts for particular areas have been developed and are illustrated on the layout to demonstrate the implementation over time. The geometric layout developed for the project meets the intent of Hennepin County access guidelines and calls for a raised median throughout the corridor from TH 100 to 1-694. Public roadway intersections, with minor exceptions, will have full access. Intersection geometry is based on traffic analysis at various intersections along the corridor. Turn lanes will accommodate future traffic projections as the area grows and redevelops. Dual left turn lanes from Brooklyn Boulevard onto 58th Avenue are included to accommodate traffic moves to destinations such as the Brooklyn Center Transit Center and the redevelopment of Shingle Creek Crossing. The geometric layout incorporates 11-foot lanes to preserve the lower speed character of the roadway while also providing opportunity to increase amenities behind the curb such as widened boulevards, plantings, wider sidewalk/trail width, and transit amenities such as benches and/or shelters. Land Use Transition Areas As part of the future concept, direct access would be eliminated to Brooklyn Boulevard for several parcels along the corridor. These parcels would be considered as potential future land use transition areas and are located in the following five areas: • Intersection of 55th Avenue/Brooklyn Boulevard Service Road 0 South of Bass Lake Road • Admiral Lane to 61 st Avenue • 63rd Avenue to Halifax Drive • 61 st Avenue East of Brooklyn Boulevard BROOKLYN BOULEVARD CORRIDOR STUDY 6 SRF Consulting Group,Inc. The future land use transition areas were analyzed to determine preliminary parcel redevelopment parameters that might affect future redevelopment. For all of the land use transition areas, future land use change and access transition would be contingent upon willing sellers and private market demand. Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities The study recommends that an off-street multi-use trail be located on the west side of Brooklyn Boulevard, extending the full length of the study area from 49th Avenue to I-94. The trail is recommended to be buffered from the roadway with a 10-foot boulevard to enhance user comfort and safety. The Future Concept includes recommendations for three character segments for streetscape elements. The boulevard treatment options include: • Turf grass with street trees • Maintenance strip • Sidewalk or trail • Sidewalk access to bus stops • Ornamental lighting without banners Median treatment options include: • Ornamental lighting without banners • Colored pavement and bollards in the narrow medians • Turf grass with street trees and a maintenance strip in wide medians • Landscape planting beds at the end of turf grass areas Transit Concept In the future transit concept, it is recommended that the bus pull-outs on Brooklyn Boulevard be removed. This is recommended because removing the bus pull-outs and allowing buses to remain in the travel lane eliminates the need for buses to merge in and out of traffic, thus providing a faster travel time for transit customers. Removing the existing pull-outs also helps provide consistency in the corridor. Because pull-outs are not provided for at every bus stop location, there may be a potential traffic/safety concern for vehicles travelling behind a bus and expect the bus to pull out of the travel lane into a pull-out. As a part of the future roadway concept, a 10- foot boulevard is proposed between the edge of the roadway and the sidewalk. This boulevard along with the sidewalk width provide for an adequate pedestrian/transit patron distance from vehicles, eliminating the need to provide pull-outs for the sake of creating a delineated space for transit users. The study includes recommendations for three tiers of transit stop amenities based on ridership at each stop: BROOKLYN BOULEVARD CORRIDOR STUDY 7 SRF Consulting Group,Inc. Low Boarding Locations At low boarding bus stop locations, a bench, trash receptacle, and landscaping elements are proposed. Medium Boarding Locations At medium boarding bus stop locations, two benches, trash receptacle, and landscaping elements are proposed. High Boarding Locations At high boarding bus stop locations, a passenger shelter, a bench, trash receptacle, a bicycle locker and bicycle racks, and landscaping elements are proposed. Lighting affects transit customers' perception of safety and security at a bus stop, as well as the use of the site by non-transit customers. Lighting can enhance a person's sense of comfort and security, especially in the evening and late evening. Bus stops should be coordinated with existing streetlights to provide a minimum level of lighting and security; however, if feasible, lighting should be incorporated at medium and high boarding locations. Implementation Plan The Implementation Plan identifies smaller projects with independent utility that can be constructed in phases and are consistent with the Future Concept. The plan allows the project partners to match smaller projects with realistic funding amounts. • Potential funding sources include: • Surface Transportation Funding (STP) Federal funding program • State funding through MnDOT • State Aid funding, City and/or County funding program • Special grants • Local funds • Special assessments • Developer agreements • Other The plan also allows for traffic safety and operational benefits to be realized sooner rather than waiting for the entire project to be built. Projects can be timed to coincide with redevelopment as it occurs along the corridor. The implementation plan documents basic information, including a description of the location and design features of each project. Planning level cost estimates for each project are included to position the project for future funding opportunities. BROOKLYN BOULEVARD CORRIDOR STUDY 8 SRF Consulting Group,Inc. Preliminary phased improvement projects have been identified as: • Reconstruction of 491h Avenue to 51" Avenue section to convert to a 3-lane section and addition of trail. • Bridge over Highway 100 re-decking and reconfiguration • Intersection, frontage road and access improvements between TH 100 and 65th Avenue • Bass Lake Road Intersection Reconfiguration • Roadway reconstruction from Bass Lake Road to 65th Avenue • 63rd Avenue Reconstruction • TH 94 Off-ramp reconfiguration • Trail construction • Streetscaping and other aesthetic improvements Conclusions The recommended concept addresses the Vision and Goals and the issues identified in the Existing Conditions section of the study report. The recommended concept summarized herein is a long term vision, with some portions to be phased in using interim concepts and as described in the Implementation Plan. 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