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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013 12-12 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 DECEMBER 12,2013 CALL TO ORDER The Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Burfeind at 7:10 p.m. ROLL CALL Chair Scott Burfeind, Commissioners Randall Christensen, Benjamin Freedman, Carlos Morgan, and Stephen Schonning were present. Also present were Secretary to the Planning Commission Tim Benetti, Director of Business & Development Gary Eitel, and Planning Commission Recording Secretary Rebecca Crass. Commissioner Michael Parks was absent and unexcused. APPROVAL OF MINUTES—NOVEMBER 14, 2013 There was a motion by Commissioner Morgan, seconded by Commissioner Schonning to approve the minutes of the November 14, 2013 meeting. Motion passed unanimously. CHAIR'S EXPLANATION Chair Burfeind 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 ITEM — REVIEW PROPOSED 2014 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY MAP Mr. Benetti reviewed the following projects from the 2014 Community Development Activities and Projects: • Maranatha— old nursing home is vacated and the residents have been moved to the new facility. The old building will be demolished once environmental issues are resolved with the removal of asbestos, etc. • Residential lots near 69th and Brooklyn Boulevard — redevelopment opportunities are being explored with the removal of several residential properties at the northwest corner. • Luther Brookdale Volkswagen — old building has been removed in preparation for construction of a new Volkswagen site. Luther has also purchased Atlantis Pool to create a five acre site. • Brooklyn Boulevard Market located at 69th and Brooklyn Boulevard — was previously approved for a 6,700 sq. ft. commercial building but currently there is no activity on the site. • Luther Honda and Toyota Dealerships — consideration of EDA approved funds to make improvements to fencing and screening. • Embassy Phase 11 - site plan previously approved. • Northport Elementary—completed third phase of five and are looking at improvements to student drop off areas, playground and the parking lot. PC Minutes 12-12-13 Page 1 • Howe Fertilizer—additional sampling taking place and the developer is working with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture to clean up contamination on the site. Bridgeman's Brooklyn Boulevard Center — the City acquired the vacant lot at 63rd and Brooklyn Boulevard and is planning for future development. • Cars With Hearts Site — has been acquired by the city and will be combined with other properties for future development. • 6000 Brooklyn Boulevard — the City has acquired six lots and are working on the remaining two for future development. • 5700 Block of Brooklyn Boulevard — proposed redevelopment of upper half or entire block which would require several acquisitions to create a desirable development. • Opportunity Site — to assemble a desirable parcel, the city is acquiring the Brookdale Square shopping center. The plan for a new development is similar to the Opportunity Site approved in 2005 which includes a mixed use residential/commercial project. OTHER BUSINESS —CHAIRPERSON ELECTION PROCESS Mr. Benetti explained according to the Planning Commission By-Laws and a Resolution Defining Duties and Responsibilities of the Planning Commission, an election must take place at the first regular meeting of the new year, which is scheduled for January 16, 2014. He added the Chairperson selects a commissioner to serve as the Vice-Chairperson as well. Mr. Benetti stated the Commissioners may use this meeting to express their desire to serve as the Chair or Vice- Chair for the 2013 Planning Commission. Chair Burfeind stated it has been an honor to serve as the Chair and he is interested in continuing as the Chair. There was no other business. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Morgan, seconded by Commissioner Christensen, to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. r Chair Recorded and transcribed by: Rebecca Crass PC Minutes 12-12-13 Page 2