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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016 03-17 PCM1 1 / The Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Christensen at 7:00 p.m. Chair Randy Christensen, Commissioners Alexander Koenig, Stephen Schonning, Rochelle Sweeney, and Susan Tade were present. Commissioners John MacMillan and Carlos Morgan were absent and excused. Also present were Secretary to the Planning Commission Tim Benetti, Director of Business & Development Gary Eitel, and Denise Bosch, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. There was a motion by Commissioner Schonning, seconded by Commissioner Tade, to approve the agenda of the March 17, 2016 meeting. The motion passed. Commissioner Tade requested the following correction to Page 2, Paragraph l: "He stated that staff felt that the six-foot deck was the most appropriate measurement for a deck because there is no requirement to make the deck architecturally compatible to the exterior of the home as there is with porches." There was a motion by Commissioner Sweeney, seconded by Commissioner Koenig, to approve the minutes of the February 25, 2016 meeting as amended above. The motion passed. Chair Christensen 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. 6. PLANNING ITEMS %DIVA 1i''/W1 1 1• PC Minutes 03-17-16 THE CITY OF BROOKLYN FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 7) Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel went over the project map and history; $17MM property valuation; and elements within the plan. He stated that in the future he will have the re -zoning application, the PUD Plan, the phasing plan and the site plan for Commissioners to review. He talked about the importance of looking at the elements and making sure the property is marketable for millennials and people choosing to call Brooklyn Center their home. Commissioner Tade asked about the $17MM property value and the tax always being there whether anyone was there or not. Mr. Eitel explained that this is the base value of Tax Increment District No. 7 and the increment is anything over $17MM. He stated that the plan has a valuation of approximately $100MM and the increment will be approximately $83MM when the property is developed and that is captured for up to 25 years. If the initial phase is 200 units, those units would generate an increment of $445K a year and that money will be used for public improvements at the site. Chair Christensen asked about the City's branding. Mr. Eitel replied that the City's branding includes its location, community, natural features and the slogan "A great place to start. A great place to stay." He stated that the City is trying to provide a diverse housing stock and the challenge is to use re -development opportunities to provide housing options for seniors and more lifestyle -friendly units with amenities such as underground parking. Chair Christensen stated that he was excited about the plan and design when he first saw it. He expressed concern about the density of the project and cited nearby Century Court apartments. Mr. Eitel stated this is a concern and the project will be developed in phases and can be stopped if the market isn't there. The City does believe they have the right location and there is a market. He talked about putting into place a plan with metro transit. Chair Christensen expressed concern about the length of time before the art center will be built. He is concerned that people will not buy what they cannot see. Mr. Eitel stated his estimation that it will be a 10-12 year phase and the mortgage company will not let them over -build the site. After 5-7 years, there will be enough increment generated to make sure everything is being paid and the plan can go forward. He talked about the positive experience in the City of Hopkins with the Hopkins Center for the Arts. Commissioner Koenig asked if the Hopkins Center for the Arts is stand-alone and not attached to any other type of residential facility. Mr. Eitel answered affirmatively. Chair Christensen expressed concern that the site would look like the Shingle Creek Crossing site. PC Minutes 03-17-16 -2- Mr. Eitel stated that it would not because the City can control it. It will look appealing so that people will want to live there. Chair Christensen referenced the area along Brooklyn Boulevard where the Century Court Apartments were torn down as being grass -covered. He would like to encourage staff to look at doing this for the new site. Mr. Eitel stated that he totally agrees and this will be an element that will come before the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission will have opportunity for input through the entire process because the City owns it and will be the applicant. Commissioner Schonning talked about the Shingle Creek Crossing project and how it was impacted by the economic downturn. He stated that there are things that happen that you can't see and you can just go forward based on what you know now. He is happy to see the Kohl's property as part of the TIF. His only concern is that we push something through just to put something there. He loves the property and is excited to hear that we might be able to add the MN School of Business piece. There is a weight of responsibility on the City because it owns a valuable piece of land. He stated that it feels a little bit rushed but it isn't good for the property to sit as is and he appreciates staff's efforts. Mr. Eitel talked about past possible uses for the land and said that the City will maintain control and there is great potential. If things are moving too quickly, the City can slow it up. ACTION TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2016-03 CONCERNING CERTAIN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREAS AND TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PROPOSALS OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER (REF TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 7) There was a motion by Commissioner Schonning, seconded by Commissioner Sweeney, to approve Planning Commission Resolution No. 2016-03. Voting in favor: Chair Christensen, Commissioners Koenig, Schonning, Sweeney, and Tade. And the following voted against the same: None The motion passed unanimously. DECK AND PORCHORDINANCEP1.(FROM COUNCIL/ ''SESSION) Mr. Benetti reported on a positive presentation at the March 14, 2016, City Council Work Session. He said that City Councilmembers posed no questions and were acceptable to the PC Minutes 03-17-16 -3- dimensions. Councilmember Lawrence -Anderson asked him to pass on a special thanks to the Planning Commission for their work on the ordinance and that she is happy it is coming to fruition. INTERSECTION)b) TH 252 CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (HWY 252 AND 66 T" AVENUE Mr. Benetti provided information on 66th Avenue full access interchange. He stated that the plan is to turn TH 252 into a freeway from 694 to 610 and to delete the intersections. The City Council accepted the proposed TH 252 Corridor Study, which adopted the City Engineer's recommendation for the 66th Avenue full access interchange, closing 701h Avenue and putting in a pedestrian bridge, and a full access combination with Brookdale Drive at 73rd Avenue. This is a shared project with the City of Brooklyn Park and they have not yet finalized their portion. Mr. Eitel talked about opposition by residents and said that approval of the plan was a courageous action by the City Council. Councilmembers discussed the time it will take to complete a project like this. Mr. Eitel talked about possible safety measures such as flashing lights. He would like Commissioners to think about entrepreneurial opportunities to re -shape the area for the public interest and talked about possible benefits of relocating dislocated businesses. Commissioner Schonning talked about attending the presentations regarding the plan and said that the accepted option was the only one that made sense. He talked about the value of the land surrounding the 66th Avenue interchange. Chair Christensen suggested a movie theatre as an opportunity to draw people into the City. Mr. Benetti stated that he received notice from Maranatha Care Center that they will be hosting a public information meeting on March 30, 2016 from 4-6. The purpose will be to discuss proceeding with a 38 -unit apartment project. Commissioners will be receiving an invitation and there are no expected changes from the 2012 PUD. He also stated that the City will be making sure they address their parking issues. Chair Christensen asked if residents will be notified of the meeting. Mr. Benetti replied that he had provided Maranatha with a notification list. Commissioner Tade asked how the Maranatha project will impact the new Sanctuary development. Mr. Benetti replied that developers believe there is enough market to support both projects. Commissioners and staff discussed the City Council All Commission Meeting on April 6, 2016. PC Minutes 03-17-16 -4- 8. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Koenig, seconded by Commissioner Tade, to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:27 p.m. STATE OF MINNESOTA ) COUNTY OF HENNEPIN ) ss. Certification of Minutes CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER ) The undersigned, being the duly qualified and assigned Secretary to the Planning Commission of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, certifies: 1. That attached hereto is a full, true, and complete transcript of the minutes of a Regular Session of the Planning Commission of the City of Brooklyn Center held on March 17, 2016. 2. That said meeting was held pursuant to due call and notice thereof and was duly held at Brooklyn Center City Hall. 3. That the Planning Commission approved said minutes at its April 28, 2016 regular meeting. Tim Benetti, Secretary PC Minutes 03-17-16 -5- Randall Christensen, Chair 1� .. Randall Christensen, Chair