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7.9. SR 11-20-1995ty of River FROM: DATE: ITEM 7.9. MEMORANDUM Mayor and City Council Steven B. Ach, City Planner -V&16t November 20, 1995 SUBJECT: Request for Final Plat Approval by Riverside Development Company, Case No. P 94 -6 Issue Consider Resolution No. 95- , granting final plat approval for Hillside Estates 5th Addition by Riverside Development Company (Case No. P 94 -6). Location Approximately 17 acres of land lying south of 197th Avenue and north of the • City's water tower in Hillside Estates. Zonino'/Land Use PUD (Planned Unit Development) / MR (Medium Density Residential) Attachments • Final Plat • Resolution No. 95- • Exhibit A, illustrating trail system • City Council minutes dated July 18, 1994 and August 1, 1994 • Park and Rec minutes dated June 27, 1994; July 13, 1994 and July 26, 1994 Background Riverside Development originally requested preliminary plat for approximately 40 acres to be divided into 88 single family lots. This preliminary plat was approved by the City Council on August 1, 1994, along with a conditional use permit for a residential planned unit development. • Earlier this year on May 15, 1995, the Council approved a final plat consisting of 14 lots of the 88 lots presented in the preliminary plat for 13065 Orono Parkway • P.O. Box 490 • Elk River, MN 55330 • (612) 441 -7420 • Fax: (612) 441 -7425 Hillside Estates 5th Final Plat Page 2 November 20, 1995 ----------------------------------------------- • Hillside Estates 4th Addition. The developer is now requesting to plat an additional 28 lots as Hillside Estates 5th Addition. The final plat for Hillside Estates 5th Addition will include the construction of streets, completing the connection between 197th Avenue and 193rd. This connection will eliminate the long dead ends that previously occurred in developing the earlier phases of Hillside Estates. The final plat for Hillside Estates 5th Addition has been prepared in accordance with the preliminary plat approval given by the City Council last August and staff comments. NSP Power Easement The vacant land between Hillside 4th and 5th is currently owned by the developer and is encumbered with a 240 foot NSP power line easement. One of the conditions of the preliminary plat approval was to have this land included with a future final plat and that land consisting of the NSP power easement be deeded to the City. There has been some discussion in the past that this NSP power easement could be used as a recreational corridor since it cannot be developed due to the overhead power lines. The developer has indicated that the NSP easement will be included with a future plat lying southeast of the water tower. Parkland/Trail • When Hillside Estates PUD was originally presented to the City Council in 1992, the trail corridor concept included establishing a north -south and east - west trail somewhere within the PUD. As Hillside Estates has developed over the years, a north -south trail has been discussed in previous plats and most recently adjusted to the east edge of the development along the Northern Natural Gas easement extending from 197th to 193rd. The Park and Rec Commission had recommended that a 33 foot trail corridor lying east of the 50 foot Northern Natural Gas easement be utilized as the trail corridor. This is not reflected on the final plat because the developer has expressed some interest in retaining the easterly 18 feet ( Outlot B and Outlot A) of the final plat for possible future development considerations. However, Park A and Park B as identified on the final plat represents a 50 foot corridor of which approximately 15 feet lies outside of the Northern Natural Gas easement. In talking with Northern Natural Gas, it sounds as though there will not be a problem with constructing a trail; however, the City will have to present plans to Northern Natural Gas for their review and consideration. Attached is a map of the surrounding area illustrating existing and proposed • pedestrian routes along with destination points. The trail corridor along the east side of the proposed final plat will connect 197th Avenue to the proposed s:counci1:p94 -6 • Hillside Estates 5th Final Plat Page 3 November 20, 1995 ----------------------------------------------- park shown on the final plat, as well as the NSP power easement and eventually, 193rd Avenue to the south. The 50 foot corridor will provide a lot of opportunity to construct the trail and provide adequate separation between the trail and the residential lots. One of the concerns staff has is to make sure the trails are constructed as part of the overall improvements. This will allow the trail to be in place so that homeowners are fully aware of the conditions of which they are buying J and not surprised by construction of a trail afterwards. Presently, the city is responsible for constructing these trails and financing them out of park dedication funds. Staff is also concerned that the funding to continue this practice may surpass the city's revenue sources (i.e. park dedication) in the future. Therefore, the discussion on trail construction and who should be financially responsible will most likely be a topic of discussion with the City Council in the future. Recommendation It is recommended the City Council approve Resolution No. 95- , granting final plat approval for Hillside Estates 5th Addition to create 28 single family lots on approximately 17 acres of land based on the conditions outlined in Exhibit B. s:council:p94 -6 HILLSIDE ESTATES FIFTH ADDITION WMW V PARK K......... 2 3 34 7 10 j ts _0 I a 4pjw. I'm M " 0 -T!W 90.01---- -C • WII! Ica IS --oor. kv 5 yJ p V IZ 6 AL 6.01. 11• ry 340L7 vm" APO wwom t^xmwm NC ov— "AM W)lr SURV YS COMPANY INC. Z Sbmtuvpf-V-VYELr�YYY--OsnReSc,-OlI ZVI L, 7 q Aj 3 umto ow mosaachol, ri" " Wit 8 oo"""U ftr IW r ww Mw1 + A CPC % .. 40 + 08. —,4 L4 SHEET 2 OF 2 SHEETS • RESOLUTION NO. 95 - CITY OF ELK RIVER A RESOLUTION GRANTING FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR HILLSIDE ESTATES 5TH ADDITION CASE NO. P 94 -6 WHEREAS, application has been made for final plat approval, pursuant to Section 1008.08 (1)(c) of the Elk River City Code of Ordinances, of the property legally described on attached Exhibit A and hereinafter referred to as "the Property "; and WHEREAS, the application for preliminary plat approval has been referred to the Planning Commission which has given its advice and recommendation to the City Council; and WHEREAS, a preliminary plat of the Property was approved by the City Council on August 1, 1994; and • WHEREAS, the proposed final plat is consistent with the preliminary plat as approved by the City Council; and WHEREAS, the proposed final plat complies with each of the conditions set forth by the City Council in its approval of the preliminary plat of the Property; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELK RIVER, as follows: 1. It is hereby determined by the City Council for the City of Elk River as follows: A. The proposed subdivision is consistent with the Zoning Ordinance and conforms with all of its requirements. B. The proposed subdivision is consistent with all applicable general and specialized city, county, and regional plans including, but not limited to, the City's Comprehensive Development Plan. C. The physical characteristics of the site, including , but not limited to, topography, soils, vegetation, susceptibility to erosion and siltation, susceptibility to flooding, and drainage are suitable for the type and density of development and uses contemplated. D. The proposed subdivision makes adequate provision for water supply, storm drainage, sewage transportation, erosion control and all other services, facilities and improvements otherwise required herein. E. The proposed subdivision will not cause substantial environmental damage. F. The proposed subdivision will not conflict with easements of record or with easements established by judgment of a court. G. The proposed subdivision will not have an undue or adverse impact on the reasonable development of neighboring land. 2. Final plat approval is hereby granted for the Property, subject to the conditions set forth in attached Exhibit B. 3. The officers of the City are hereby authorized, once the conditions set forth in Exhibit B are met and complied with, to sign the final plat for the Property and to issue a certified copy of this Resolution giving final approval of the plat. 4. The owner of the Property is authorized to record the final plat as required by law and shall file proof of said recording with the City. No building permits will be issued for the Property until the final plat is recorded. 5. This final plat approval shall expire two years from the date of this resolution if the final plat is not recorded within that time. The foregoing resolution was introduced by Council and duly seconded by Council The following voted in favor of the Resolution The following voted against the Resolution: The following were absent: WHEREUPON the resolution is adopted. s:document:resolution:P94 -6 -2 Page 2 s:document:resolution:P94 -6 -2 Page 3 Member Member • Passed and adopted this day of , 1995 Henry Duitsman, Mayor CERTIFICATE STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF SHERBURNE CITY OF ELK RIVER I, the undersigned, being the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the City of Elk River, Minnesota, hereby certify that the above resolution is a true and correct copy of the resolution as adopted by the City Council of the City of Elk River on , 1995• WITNESS my hand officially as such Clerk and the corporate seal of the City this day of )1995. is STATE OF MINNESOTA SS. COUNTY OF SHERBURNE • Sandra Thackeray, City Clerk The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of 1995, by Henry Duitsman, Mayor, City of Elk River, Minnesota. Notary Public STATE OF MINNESOTA SS. COUNTY OF SHERBURNE The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of 1995, by Sandra Thackeray, City Clerk, City of Elk River, Minnesota. s: document:resolution:P94 -6 -2 Page 3 Notary Public • • is THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: LARKIN, HOFFMAN, DALY & LINDGREN, Ltd. 1500 Norwest Financial Center 7900 Xerxes Avenue South Bloomington, MN 55431 s:document:resolution:P94 -6 -2 Page 4 • EXHIBIT A • • s:document:resolution:P94 -6 -2 Page 5 0 EXHIBIT B 1. A Developer's Agreement and PUD Agreement be prepared and executed prior to releasing the Plat for recording. 2. Park dedication be provided in accordance with City Council approval. 3. Street lights be provided throughout the Plat as required by Elk River Utilities and installed as part of the public improvements. 4. Payment of a surface water management fee in the amount of $3,460.80 prior to releasing Final Plat for recording. 5. Payment in the amount to be determined by the City Engineer be made to the City to cover the cost of sealcoating the streets. 6. A complete grading and development plan be submitted for City review and approval prior to issuance of any building permits. 7. The necessary drainage and utility easements be provided throughout the plat as recommended by the City Engineer. • 8. On those lots which are wooded, a tree protection plan be submitted along with each building permit. • 9. The conditions for granting the Planned Unit Development be incorporated into the Developer's Agreement. 10. Prior to releasing the Final Plat for recording, all outstanding fees the developer has with the City relating to this project be paid. 11. An improved temporary cul -de -sac be provided at the east terminus of 195th Avenue. 12. A landscape plan be provided identifying the required yard trees for each lot in the development. 13. A water access charge in the amount of $8,400 to be paid to Elk River Utilities prior to recording the plat. Developer should consult with Elk River Utilities for any additional fees. 14. Comments from Northern Natural Gas be incorporated into the Developer's Agreement. s:document:resolution:P94 -6 -2 Page 6 0 & 0 �'1NU; 0Q�N' Tt 29 v CJ{ \ / - , �► _ — \ ob '.� % J' ic► ; - U: ��'_ o_ xsa9se__ r— __!S; / • -�5 :3� - O — 'EAST LINE OR HE 1/4 — "'!xy "e `°� •► v "/i►v i F 5 U* TK [ �� r \ \� IP. �: �. \�OORX fO •` `•.. � / .fir �� '�A /� ��. % � � yZ_r /r � / /.•'�•T.!� \ '. �� eyi , �.'•4 _..x,'� '. /i '' ...' �! � _�10f �f : ' ,�; � Jo � ,�tww� Ft. 1 ` ( / �'• �(n W . - Y / �••� : �c1 i` � � ' • ' ?' 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I �/ ' / 1 i/i i 4 , r / .-/ r /• ,..•1! �1142078r, rtl , : • -11 \ '` / , /;� .} ate, `� �� ,b ,,A �, pr,ntQsyfrl - t _ _•,' e, "t I f T pa *can /� , , ,! 77��'� /r,�'��' ' d < `../�J CL. c�:... �3 % 113 \ t —.._! - \ moo!, ;..- . �„ - `,_.. • � �/ ;;;.;;;, 1�(v � ,/ /� ";°iii �_7 \ �\ �b^� �,.q --.� h' �. � .q , >� kN 4�1 f 131 41W V { T7. _ — ' � J n _ _o 3 a = — + m i it TV �} f 4 2 1 , , 10 Iva we fi�� allow ff .I 1161 FROM R1 E, SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO PUD, PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, CASE NO. ZC 94 -07. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4 -0. 7.4. Consider a Conditional Use Permit reauest and Preliminary Plat request for Hillside Estates 4th Addition by Riverside Development, PH, Case No. CU 94 -26 and P 94- •06 City Planner Steve Ach indicated that Riverside Development is requesting a preliminary plat to subdivide approximately 40 acres into 88 single family lots. He stated that Riverside Development is also requesting a conditional use permit to develop a residential Planned Unit Development. The PUD is an extension of the iF Hillside Estates residential development along 193rd Avenue. Steve Ach indicated that the property has some physical constraints including utility easements and wetlands. He further stated that an EAW (Environmental Assessment Worksheet) is being prepared for the plat. Discussion was held regarding park dedication for the plat. It was indicated by Dana Anderson, Park and Recreation Commission representative, that the Commission has recommended a trail system in the plat. Discussion was held by the Council regarding the issue of the trails located along the back of the lots as recommended by the Park and Recreation Commission. Councilmember Scheel and Vice Mayor Farber indicated their desire to see a trail along the roadway as opposed to back yard trails. Councilmember Scheel indicated that back yard trails were an invasion of privacy and could lead to burglary. Vice Mayor Farber stated he felt that trails along major roadways would be used more than trails along back yards. Discussion was held as to whether or not a trail along the roadway would require additional right -of -way or if it would be considered as park dedication. Dan Tveite, Planning Commission Representative, stated that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the conditional use permit and preliminary plat. There being no further comments from the public, Vice Mayor Farber closed the public hearing. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO CONTINUE THIS ISSUE TO THE AUGUST 1, 1994, CITY COUNCIL MEETING TO ALLOW STAFF AND THE DEVELOPERS THE OPPORTUNITY AND TIME TO MORE THOROUGHLY REVIEW THE PARK DEDICATION FOR Elk River City Council Meeting July 18, 1994 Page 8 T AT. COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4 -0. The Council recessed at 9:07 p.m, and reconvened at 9:12 p.m. . Councilmember Scheel indicated that she would like to see that park dedication credit be granted to Riverside Development if the trail to the plat is located along the roadway and if the street right -of -way is increased. 7.5. Consider Preliminary Plat request for Country Crossing 2nd Addition by Country Ridge Partnership PH Case No P 94 -08 City Planner Steve Ach indicated that Country Ridop PnrtnPrchin h- • • City Council Minutes August 1, 1994 ------------------------ - - - - -- Page 7 M7MUATE TRAFFIC CONTROL /LANDSCAPE ISLANDS BE INCORPORATED INTO THE PARKING AREA AND MADE PART OF THE IMPROVED SITE PLANS. 10. NO SIGNAGE BE ALLOWED ON THE WEST ELEVATIONS OF ANY OF THE BUILDINGS. 11. TRASH ENCLOSURES BE PROVIDED WHICH ARE LARGE ENOUGH TO CONTAIN ALL REFUSE COLLECTION AND RECYCLING ITEMS, AND BE SCREENED FROM PUBLIC VIEW. 12. UNDERGROUND IRRIGATION BE PROVIDED THROUGHOUT ALL LANDSCAPED AREAS. 13. PROPOSED LANDSCAPING MEET MINIMUM SIZE REQUIREMENTS AS STATED IN THE ORDINANCE. 14. ALL RETAINING WALLS BE CONSTRUCTED WITH A DECORATIVE BLOCK MATERIAL. 15. REAR DOORS ON JR TECH'S BUSINESS REMAIN CLOSED DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS EXCEPT FOR MOVEMENT OF VEHICLES IN AND OUT. 16. PAYMENT OF $600 PER ACRE FOR TRUNK STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS BE MADE PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF A BUILDING PERMIT. 17. NO DAMAGED OR WRECKED AUTOMOBILES BE STORED OUTSIDE OVERNIGHT. UNDAMAGED VEHICLES MAY BE PARKED OUTSIDE AT A MAXIMUM PERIOD NOT TO EXCEED 48 HOURS. 18. THAT A CHAIN LINK FENCE BE CONSTRUCTED TO SECURE THE AREA BEHIND THE AUTO SERVICE STORE AFTER BUSINESS HOURS, IF DETERMINED NECESSARY BY THE CHIEF OF POLICE. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4 -1. COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL OPPOSED. The Council recessed at 7.3. Consider conditional use to develop a residential planned unit development (CU 94 -26) and a preliminary plat to subdivide approximately 40 acres into 88 single family lots (P 94 -06) by Riverside Development, PUBLIC HEARING City Planner Steve Ach stated that the City Council reviewed the conditional use permit and preliminary plat at the July 18, 1994, City Council meeting. At that meeting the Council discussed the appropriate park, trail and sidewalk needs for Hillside Estates 4th Addition. Following Council discussion at that meeting, the issue was tabled to allow the Park and Recreation Commission to further review the park and trail issues. He further stated that the Park and Recreation Commission met to discuss this issue on July 26, 1994, and have made the following recommendations: 0 • City Council Minutes August 1, 1994 Page 8 The Planning Commission and City Council require future plats in the sewer and water district to contain sidewalks and bicycle lanes for safe non - motorized transportation on streets that carry other than neighborhood traffic. The City assume ownership of the Northern Natural Gas line easement and the NSP power line easement in Hillside Estates Development. Auburn Street from the south plat boundary to 196th Avenue, 196th Avenue from Auburn Street to Zane Street, and Zane Street from 196th Avenue to 197th Avenue have a 70 foot right of way with a 6 foot wide diamond lane for bicycle traffic added to the street width between the curbs on the east side of Auburn Street, the south side of 196th Avenue, and the east side of Zane Street, in lieu of the rear yard trail previously proposed paralleling Auburn Street. The dedicated park area described in the 6/27/94 Park and Recreation minutes remain as previously requested should the 33 foot wide trail on the east side of the Northern Natural Gas line easement. Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. Mayor Duitsman indicated that he does not support a 70 foot right -of -way. Jeff Gongoll, indicated that he agrees with Staff's recommendations listed in the Staff report. Councilmember Holmgren questioned whether the park dedication requirement would be satisfied. Steve Ach indicated that the requirements for park dedication are satisfied through the 3.9 acre of park land and the corridor along the eastern portion of the plat. Dana Anderson, Park and Recreation Commission Representative, explained the reasoning for recommending a trail along Auburn which connects to the 3.9 acres of park land. He indicated that this trail would move the people within the plat to the park. Marty Glines of Riverside Development, indicated that the proposed trails in the plat are consistent with the City's 1988 Growth Management Plan. He further indicated that the plan eliminates the need to cross any driveways in the plat. There being no further comments from the public, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing. The City Council discussed the park, trail, and sidewalk options. It was concluded that Riverside Development satisfy their park dedication requirements by dedicating 3.9 acres for park land and a trail corridor along the east limits of the plat. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF HILLSIDE ESTATES 4TH ADDITION WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING. City Council Minutes Page 9 August 1, 1994 2. COMMENTS FROM TERRY MAURER'S JUNE 15, 1994, MEMO BE ADDRESSED AND INCORPORATED INTO THE PLAT. 3. A COMPLETE WETLAND DELINEATION BE CONDUCTED AND INCORPORATED INTO THE PLAT. ALL IDENTIFIED WETLANDS SHOULD BE PROTECTED WITH A DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT. 4. PARK DEDICATION REQUIREMENTS BE SATISFIED PER CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL. 5. STREET LIGHTS BE PROVIDED THROUGHOUT THE PLAT AS REQUESTED BY THE CITY. 6. A DEVELOPMENT PLAN BE SUBMITTED FOR CITY REVIEW AND APPROVAL. PLANS SHOULD IDENTIFY FINISHED FLOOR ELEVATIONS, LOT CORNER ELEVATIONS, AND TYPE OF HOME. THIS PLAN NEEDS TO BE APPROVED BY THE CITY ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF ANY BUILDING PERMITS. 7. PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL IS CONTINGENT UPON THE ZONE CHANGE TO PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT BEING APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL. 8. PAYMENT OF STORM DRAINAGE IMPACT FEE OF $100 PER LOT BE MADE PRIOR TO RELEASE OF FINAL PLAT FOR RECORDING. 9. PAYMENT IN THE AMOUNT DETERMINED BY THE CITY ENGINEER BE MADE TO COVER THE COST OF SEAL COATING THE STREETS BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE FINAL PLAT FOR RECORDING. 10. ALL OUTLOTS INTENDED TO BE USED FOR TRAIL CORRIDORS BE DEEDED TO THE CITY. 11. THE EAW BE ACTED ON BY THE CITY COUNCIL PRIOR TO CONSIDERING THE FINAL PLAT. 12. NECESSARY DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS BE PROVIDED THROUGHOUT THE PLAT. 13. THE VACANT AREAS BETWEEN BALDWIN CIRCLE AND AUBURN BE INCLUDED IN THE PLAT. 14. A TREE PROTECTION PLAN BE SUBMITTED WITH EACH BUILDING PERMIT. 15. THE NORTHERN STATES POWER EASEMENT BE DEEDED TO THE CITY AT THE TIME FUTURE ADDITIONS OF HILLSIDE ESTATES ARE PLATTED. 16. THE CITY PROPERTY WHERE THE WATER TOWER IS LOCATED SHOULD BE INCLUDED AND MADE PART OF THE PROPOSED PLAT. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED • 4 -0 -1. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ ABSTAINED. • • City Council Minutes August 1, 1994 Page 10 COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A RESIDENTIAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BE PREPARED OUTLINING THE STANDARDS FOR HILLSIDE ESTATES FOURTH ADDITION. 2. A LANDSCAPE PLAN BE SUBMITTED OUTLINING THE PROPOSED LANDSCAPING IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AS WELL AS THE LANDSCAPING TO MEET THE CITY'S ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS. 3. DEVELOPER PROVIDE A DETAIL OF THE TYPICAL MAILBOX DESIGN THAT WILL BE USED THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE DEVELOPMENT 4. SETBACKS MEET THE FOLLOWING: HOUSE FRONT YARD 30 FEET SIDE YARD 10 FEET CORNER SIDE YARD 30 FEET REAR YARD 30 FEET GARAGE FRONT YARD 30 FEET SIDE YARD 6 FEET CORNER SIDE YARD 30 FEET REAR YARD 6 FEET COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4 -0 -1. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ ABSTAINED. 4. Consider a conditional use permit for a zero lot line development ICU 94 -23), a variance to the minimum lot size IV 94 -09) and a preliminary plat to divide a 2.73 acre parcel into 7 duplex structures (P94 -09) by Gramstad Homes /public hearing Steve Ach reviewed the request for a preliminary plat, conditional use permit and variance. He indicated that the location of the proposed plat is immediately east of the two four unit apartment buildings located on the north side of Meadowvale Road. Preliminary Plat Steve Ach stated that Gramstad Homes is requesting a preliminary plat of a townhome /residential subdivision consisting of seven (7) duplexes (fourteen units) Conditional Use Permit Steve Ach indicated that Gramstad homes is requesting a conditional use permit for a zero lot line separating the duplexes. Variance Steve Ach indicated that Gramstad Homes is requesting a variance to the minimum lot size for the R/3 zoning district. • The City Planner informed the Council that the Planning Commission reviewed the requests and recommends approval. Elk River Park & Rec Commission June 27, 1994 Page 2 •\ COMMISSIONER O'BRIEN MOVED TO RECOMMEND THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE TWO DAY CIRCUS USE OF LION'S PARK. COMMISSIONER DALEIDEN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. • • 5. Hillside Estates 4th Addition: Consider Park Dedication Developers Marly Glines and Rick Foster presented a plan showing the proposed development for residential homes. The developers pointed out two power line easements and one natural gas pipeline easement that presently exist on the property as well as the proposed streets and lot configurations. They also indicated that the land is rolling with an elevation difference of fifty feet. The plan as displayed showed no land to be dedicated as park land. Commissioner Dana Anderson expressed a concern that due of the topography, the proposed park did not contain a flat area large enough for a softball or soccer field and perhaps the park should be larger or moved to another area of the plat. COMMISSIONER LIPETZKY MOVED TO ACCEPT A 3.75 ACRE PARCEL THAT LIES JUST SOUTH OF THE HILLSIDE 4TH ADDITION FOR PARK LAND, AND THAT THIS PARCEL BE ATTACHED TO THE HILLSIDE 4TH ADDITION PLAT. THE PARCEL BEING 3.75 ACRES THAT LIES WEST OF THE NORTHERN NATURAL GAS LINE EASEMENT, NORTH OF THE NSP POWER LINE EASEMENT, AND EAST OF THE CITY WATER TOWER. AFTER CREDIT FOR THIS PROPERTY AND TRAIL LAND THAT IS DEDICATED TO THE CITY, THE REMAINDER OF THE PARK DEDICATION FEE BE TAKEN AS CASH. COMMISSIONER O'BRIEN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6 -1. Commissioner opposed. It was the consensus of the Commission that City ownership of the NSP easement would give adjacent green space to the park and other areas in the plat, but the easement is not acceptable for general park purposes. Commissioner Olson left at this time (8:20 p.m.) A discussion was held regarding trail options. COMMISSIONER ROLFE ANDERSON MOVED THAT A 33 FOOT WIDE TRAIL EASEMENT PARALLELING AND IMMEDIATELY EAST OF THE NORTHERN NATURAL GAS EASEMENT FROM 193RD AVENUE NORTHEASTWARD PARALLELING AUBURN STREET ON THE EAST SIDE, ON THE BACKYARD SIDE OF THE EXISTING LOTS, TO THE CITY WATER TOWER PARCEL AND A 30 FOOT WIDE TRAIL EASEMENT ON THE NSP POWER LINE EASEMENT FROM THE EAST PLAT BOUNDARY TO THE WEST PLAT BOUNDARY IF THE NSP POWER LINE EASEMENT DOES NOT BECOME CITY PROPERTY BE DEDICATED TO THE CITY. COMMISSIONER O'BRIEN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. 6. Adiournment There being no further business, COMMISSIONER O'BRIEN MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. COMMISSIONER ROLFE ANDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. Park & Rec . 7 -13 minutes Continued Page 2 I* "'% .2 COMMISSIONER OLSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE 6/8/94 PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES. COMMISSIONER ROHLF ANDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. 3.3 Discussion was carried on regarding Item #5, Hillside Estates 4th Addition Park Dedication, on the June 27,1994, Park and Recreation Commission Minutes. The discussion of this item centered around the second motion, regarding trails in Hillside Estates. That motion should read: COMMISSIONER ROLFE ANDERSON MOVED THAT A 33 FT. WIDE DEDICATED TRAIL PARALLELING AND IMMEDIATELY EAST OF THE NORTHERN NATURAL GAS EASEMENT FROM THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE TO THE NORTH PROPERTY LINE OF THE PLAT, BE DEDICATED. FURTHER, A 30 FT. WIDE TRAIL, FROM 193RD AVENUE NORTHEASTWARD PARALLELING AUBURN STREET ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE BACKYARD SIDE OF THE EXISTING LOTS OF HILLSIDE 4TH ADDITION, TO THE CITY WATER TOWER PARCEL AND A 30 FT. WIDE DEDICATED TRAIL ACROSS THE NSP POWER LINE EASEMENT FROM THE WATER TOWER PARCEL TO THE CITY PARK IN "OUTLOT A' IN A LOCATION TO BE DETERMINED BY THE CITY, IS TO BE DEDICATED, IF "OUTLOT A' DOES NOT BECOME CITY PROPERTY; DEDICATED AS PARK. Due to the lack of a map of Hillside Estates 4th Addition, the Park and Recreation Commission decided to table the minutes of 6/27/94. COMMISSIONER ROLFE ANDERSON MADE THE MOTION TO TABLE THE 6/27194 MINUTES. COMMISSIONER DALEIDEN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. �g94 I• 0 1 is RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA. MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. A lengthy discussion was held on the topic. Several recommendations were made.: - COMMISSIONER_ ' DANA ANDERSON MOVED TO MAKE THE FOLLOWING RECQMMENDATIONS: a- 1• THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND CITY COUNCIL REQUIRE FUTURE PLATS IN THE `SEWER AND WATER DISTRICT TO CONTAIN SIDEWALKS AND BICYCLE LANES' FOR SAFE NON- MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION ON STREETS THAT CARRY OTHER THAN NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC. 2• THE�_CITY ,ASSUME OWNERSHIP OF THE NORTHERN NATURAL GAS LINE EASEMENT. 'AND THE SP POWER LINE EASEMENT IN HILLSIDE ESTATES DEVELOPMENT 3. AUBURN STREET.FROM THE SOUTH PLAT BOUNDARY" TO 196TH AVENUE, 196TH AVENUE �ROM AUBURN STREET TO ZANE STREET, AND ZANE STREET FROM 196TH AVENUE TO 197TH AVENUE HAVE A 70' WIDE RIGHT OF WAY WITH A 6 FOOT WIDE CONCRETE SIDEWALK BEHIND THE CURB LINE AND A 10 FOOT WIDE DIAMOND LANE FOR BICYCLE TRAFFIC ADDED TO THE STREET WIDTH BETWEEN THE CURBS ON THE EAST SIDE OF AUBURN STREET, THE SOUTH SIDE OF 196TH AVENUE, AND THE EAST SIDE OF ZANE STREET, IN LIEU OF THE REAR YARD TRAIL PREVIOUSLY PROPOSED PARALLELING AUBURN STREET. *THERE IS A SECTION OF AUBURN STREET JUST NORTH OF 193RD AVENUE THAT WAS APPROVED IN A PRIOR PLAT AND MAY NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT RIGHT OF WAY. 4. THE DEDICATED PARK AREA DESCRIBED IN THE 6/27/94 PARK AND RECREATION MINUTES REMAIN AS PREVIOUSLY REQUESTED AS SHOULD THE 33' WIDE TRAIL ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE NORTHERN NATURAL GAS LINE EASEMENT. COMMISSIONER OLSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. s� 5 Phil Hals gave a brief description of the lighted pathway loop around City Hall. After a short discussion, it was the consensus of the group to revisit this issue at the S August 10, 1994, Park and Recreation Commission meeting. .�w h 6 �, Adjournment There being no further business, COMMISSIONER OLSON MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. COMMISSIONER ROLFE ANDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. The meeting of the Elk River Park and Recreation Commission 10:30 p.m. was adjourned at