05-15-2000 CC MINMEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER CITY HALL
MONDAY, MAY 15, 2000
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Staff Present:
Also Present:
Mayor Klinzing, Councilmembers Dietz, Thompson, Farber and
Motin
None
Pat Klaers, City Administrator; Sandra Peine, City Clerk; Bruce West,
Fire Chief; Michele McPherson, Director of Planning; Steve
Wensman, Planner; Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator;
Terry Maurer, City Engineer; Peter Beck, City Attorney
Michael Baker, Planning Commission Representative
Call Meetin.q To Order
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River City Council
was called to order at 6:05 p.m. by Mayor Klinzing.
Consider A.qenda
The following items were added to the agenda:
6.3a. Federal Conservation Act - Trott Brook Farms
7.1 a. Cul-de-Sac of County Road 13.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE 5/15/00 COUNCIL AGENDA AS
AMENDED. COUNClLMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
Consider Consent A.qenda
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
FOLLOWS:
3.1.
3.3.
5/8/00 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - APPROVED
REQUEST BY WASH AND FILL OF MINNESOTA INC. FOR PRELIMINARY PLAT
(ELK RIVER CROSSING 2ND ADDITION) PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. P 00-8 -
POSTPONED TO 6/19/00
REQUEST BY WASH AND FILL OF MINNESOTA INC. FOR CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT, PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. CU 00-12 - POSTPONED TO 6/19/00
REQUEST BY CITY OF ELK RIVER FOR ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO
RECOGNIZE SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED TOWNHOMES, PUBLIC HEARING
CASE NO. OA 00-5 - POSTPONED TO 6/19/00
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
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4.1. Utilities Commission Update
Councilmember Dietz updated the council on the 5/9/00 Utilities Commission
meeting. Items he reviewed in detail included purchasing of a Utilities pick-up
using the state bid and wage increases.
4.2. Northstar Corridor Update
Mayor Klinzing referred to the memo by Senior Planner Scott Harlicker that
discussed the May 4, 2000, Northstar Corridor Development Authority meeting.
The Mayor gave a brief update on the meeting.
4.3, Community Recreation Update
Councilmember Motin updated the council on the Community Recreation Board
meeting held on 5/15/00.
4.4. Consider Fire Insurance Classification Survey
Fire Chief Bruce West stated that the fire department has been working towards
the goal of reducing the fire protection class rating for Elk River. He indicated that
the rating has been reduced from a high Class 5 to a Class 4 as of April 1, 2000.
4.5. Consider Fire Department Billinq Procedures in Contract Areas
Fire Chief Bruce West updated the council on a complaint recently received in
regard to billing for a fire run. He explained that the complainant's bill was
dismissed because the call was canceled prior to the fire department reaching
the site. Bruce West reviewed the billing procedures for the fire department.
4.6,
Consider Authorization to Advertise for Fire Inspector/Administrative Assistant
Position
Fire Chief Bruce West required authorization to hire a full time fire
inspector/administrative assistant. He reviewed the proposed job duties for this
position.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE FIRE CHIEF TO ADVERTISE FOR
A FULL TIME FIRE INSPECTOR/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT. COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
4.7. Purchase of New Fire Chief Vehicle
Fire Chief Bruce West requested authorization to purchase a new vehicle for the
fire chief's use. He indicated that his present vehicle will be turned over to the
new fire inspector/administrative assistant. Bruce explained that he received two
quotes for the vehicle and that the Iow quote was for a 2000 Ford Explorer 4x4 at
a price of $24,106 from Elk River Ford.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF A 2000
FORD EXPLORER 4X4 FROM ELK RIVER FORD IN THE AMOUNT OF $24,106 WITH
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FUNDING TO COME FROM EQUIPMENT RESERVES. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
4,8. Director of Economic Development Search Update
City Administrator Pat Klaers indicated that interviews were held by the Interview
Committee for the position of director of economic development and the
committee is recommending that the City Council hire Cathy Mehelich for this
position.
Mayor Klinzing indicated that she believes Jeff Gongoll is the best choice for the
position at this time. She indicated that Jeff's qualifications are very good and his
experience from being involved in the city is very important and further stated
that Jeff has shown a commitment to the city.
MAYOR KLINZING MOVED TO HIRE JEFF GONGOLL AS THE DIRECTOR OF
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR THE CITY OF ELK RIVER. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER
SECONDED THE MOTION.
Councilmember Thompson indicated that he was part of the Interview
Commi~ee and stated that he felt the committee has chosen the best
candidate for the position.
Councilmember Motin indicated he was also on the Interview Committee and
stated that the pros and cons of hiring the candidate were weighed very
carefully and felt the committee chose the right person for the job.
Councilmember Farber indicated that Jeff Gongoll is qualified for the position. He
indicated he was aware that there would be a learning curve for Jeff, but there
would also be a learning curve for any candidate moving into the position. He
reminded the council that the EDA had endorsed Jeff as the director of
economic development.
Councilmember Dietz indicated that the council has to be consistent and fair in
appointing department heads. He felt that the committee was impartial and
indicated that he would support the candidate that they are recommending.
Councilmember Farber suggested that the City Council review the top
candidates as has been done before, Mayor Klinzing concurred with
Councilmember Farber and questioned Whether the other councilmembers
would be in favor of this, There was no response from the council.
THE MOTION FAILED 2-3. Councilmember~ Dietz, Thompson, and Motin opposed.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO HIRE CATHY MEHELICH FOR THE DIRECTOR OF
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT POSITION. COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED
THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1. Councilmember Farber opposed.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO DIRECT THE BRIMEYER GROUP, INC. TO
NEGOTIATE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT. COUNCILMEMBER
THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1. Councilmember
Farber opposed.
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The City Council recessed at 6:55 p.m. and reconvened at 7:05 p.m.
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6.1. Request by Ron Wold for Final Plat Apprc~val (Mulvoney Point), Case No. P 00-2
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Planner §t~v~ W~n~man indicaf~d fhat I~n Wald i~ r~clu~tincj final Idat
to subdivide a 21.59 aare parael in the B~siness Park zoning district into four lots.
He noted that the post office intends to ~nter into a purchase agreement with
the owner for a four acre parcel Iocatecl at the corner of County Roads 12 and
13. /
Steve Wensman reviewed the staff repor
discussed by the council, The council rea
developers to try to save as many trees ¢
about access to the site.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO AD(
PLAT APPROVAL FOR MULVANEY POINT, C
CONDITIONS:
A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT BE PREPAIi
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE PLAT
IMPROVEMENTS.
2. THAT A LETTER OF CREDIT BE PROVIDED
THE COSTS OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT!
UPON COMPLETING ALL OF THE IMPR¢
BY THE CITY, A WARRANTY BOND IN TH
IMPROVEMENT COSTS SHALL BE SUBMI
PERIOD.
SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEE IN
THE TIME OF FINAL PLAT BE PAID PRIOR
WITH SHERBURNE COUNTY.
5. PARK DEDICATION FEE AND TRAIL FEE I
THE TIME OF FINAL PLAT BE PAID PRIOR
WITH SHERBURNE COUNTY.
THAT A 12 FOOT TRAIL EASEMENT BE Gl
OR SIDEWALK ADJACENT COUNTY RO~
PRIOR TO RECORDING.
THAT THE GRADING PLAN AND DEVEL(
SUITABLE FOR TRAIL PURPOSES WITHIN
EDGE OF THE PLAT.
THAT THE LOCATION OF THE DRAINAG
ON LOT 1, BLOCK 1 AND LOT 1, BLOCI<
ACCOMMODATE A FUTURE TRAIL AND
RECORDING.
on this issue. Tree preservation was
~ested staff to work closely with the
possible. Also discussed was a concern
PT RESOLUTION 00-31 GRANTING FINAL
~SE NO. 00-2 WITH THE FOLLOWING
ED AND EXECUTED THAT OUTLINES THE
~,PPROVAL AND INSTALLATION OF
TO THE CITY IN THE AMOUNT OF 100% OF
VEMENTS AND HAVING THEM ACCEPTED
E AMOUNT OF 25 % OF THE
FrED TO THE CITY FOR A ONE-YEAR
THE AMOUNT REQUIRED BY THE CITY AT
TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING
N THE AMOUNT REQUIRED BY THE CITY AT
TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING
~ANTED TO THE CITY FOR A FUTURE TRAIL
S~D 13 ON THE WEST SIDE OF THE PLAT
~PMENT PLAN INDICATE GRADING
TRAIL EASEMENT ALONG THE WEST
! AND UTILITY EASEMENTS FOR PONDING
2 BE REVISED ON THE PLAT TO
MOVED PONDING AREAS PRIOR TO
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10.
11.
12.
13.
A GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL
SUBMITTED AND APPROVED BY THE CI1
BUILDING PERMITS FOR EACH LOT.
THAT ALL COMMENTS IN THE CITY ENO
ADDRESSED PRIOR TO RECORDING THE
THAT STREET LIGHTS BE INSTALLED AS R
THAT THERE BE NO MASS GRADING OI
ISSUANCE.
THAT TREE REMOVAL PRIOR TO BUILDIt
IS NECESSARY FOR THE CONSTRUCTIOI
14. THAT AN EASEMENT BE GRANTED IN TI-
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PLAN AND DEVELOPMENT PLAN BE
Y ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF
~INEER'S MEMO DATED MAY 10, 2000 BE
PLAT.
EQUIRED BY ELK RIVER UTILITIES.
THE SITE PRIOR TO BUILDING PERMIT
G PERMIT ISSUANCE BE LIMITED TO WHAT
OF THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
FAVOR OF THE CITY FOR THE UTILITIES
15.
16.
CROSSING PRIVATE PROPERTY. IF THE ~EASEMENT CANNOT BE OBTAINED, THEN
THE UTILITIES SHALL BE REALIGNED TO ANOTHER LOCATION AS DETERMINED BY
THE CITY ENGINEER. /
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THAT ANY TREES ON OR OFF SITE, NEAR THE LIMIT OF GRADING, THAT ARE TO BE
PROTECTED, BE FENCED WITH A SNOW FENCE PRIOR TO TREE REMOVAL OR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE PUBLIC IMPRO
DAMAGE TO TREES BY INADVERTENT G
AND STORAGE OF DEBRIS OR EQUIPME
THAT AS EACH LOT DEVELOPS, A TREE
INDICATING TREE PRESERVATION MEA~
REMOVAL.
17. THAT A 6 FOOT SIDEWALK BE CONSTRI,
18.
19.
VEMENTS AT THE DRIPLINE TO PREVENT
RADING, EROSION, SOIL COMPACTION
NT IN THE TREES.
:~RESERVATION PLAN SHALL BE SUBMITTED
;URES AND THE NECESSARY TREE
ICTED IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY ON
THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE NEW EAST-WES~T ROAD IN THE PLAT AS PART OF THE
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
A SEALCOAT FEE IN THE AMOUNT TOBE DETERMINED BY THE CITY ENGINEER BE
PAID TO THE CITY PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING WITH
SHERBURNE COUNTY. C
THAT A PERMANENT CUL-DE-SAC BE ONSTRUCTED WITHIN A STREET AND
DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT AND THAT THE EASEMENT BE GRANTED IN
FAVOR OF THE CITY PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
20. THAT THE EXISTING HOME BE REMOVEI
WITH SHERBURNE COUNTY.
21.
THAT THE PLAT PROVIDES ACCESS COl
ROAD 12 AND COUNTY ROAD 13 FROI~
EXTENSION OF 3RD STREET.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE
PRIOR TO RECORDING THE FINAL PLAT
TROL ON THE TYLER STREET, COUNTY
ITAGES WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE
vIOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
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6.2.
Request by Elk River Business Center LLC
Park) Case No. P 98-7
Director of Planning Michele McPherson
final plat approval of Elk River Business Pc
consistent with the preliminary plat that
December 21, 1998. She explained that
Michele reviewed the staff report on thi,~
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO ADC
PLAT APPROVAL FOR ELK RIVER BUSINESS
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT OUTLININ
PLAT APPROVAL AND INSTALLATION O
EXECUTED PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PL
2. A LETTER OF CREDIT IN THE AMOUNT Ri
A SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEE
THE TIME OF FINAL PLAT APPROVAL BE
RECORDING.
4. A SEALCOAT FEE IN THE AMOUNT DETE
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RE(
5. A PARK DEDICATION FEE IN THE AMOL
TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDII
6. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEEI
o
A GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL
SUBMITTED AND APPROVED BY THE CIT
BUILDING PERMITS.
8. ALL GRADING WILL NEED TO BE CERTIF
PERMITS.
9. STREETLIGHTS SHALL BE INSTALLED AS R
UTILITIES.
10. SIDEWALKS BE INSTALLED ALONG THE (
ALONG WITH A PEDESTRIAN CONNEC1
DEVELOPMENT TO THE NORTH.
11. AN ACCESS AND UTILITY EASEMENT BE
TO THE WEST.
12. RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS BE PUT IN PIJ
BE COMPLETED AND RECORDED ALON
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or Final Plat Approval (Elk River Business
ndicated that Rick Martens is requesting
rk. She indicated that the final plat is
~as approved by the council on
here are a total of seven lots in the plat.
issue.
:)PT RESOLUTION 00-32 GRANTING FINAL
'ARK CASE NO. 98-7 WITH THE
THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE
IMPROVEMENTS BE PREPARED AND
~,T FOR RECORDING.
QUIRED BY THE CITY BE SUBMITTED.
IN THE AMOUNT REQUIRED BY THE CITY AT
PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
~MINED BY THE CITY ENGINEER BE PAID
;ORDING.
NT REQUIRED BY THE CITY BE PAID PRIOR
~G.
BE ADDRESSED.
LAN AND DEVELOPMENT PLAN BE
~' ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF
ED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING
ECOMMENDED BY ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL
:)UTSIDE EDGE OF THE PROPOSED ROAD
ION TO THE ADJACENT COMMERCIAL
PROVIDED TO THE ADJACENT PROPERTY
iCE OVER THE WETLANDS. THESE SHALL
~ WITH THE PLAT.
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13. THE APPLICANT SHALL PROVIDE AN EA
TRAIL CONNECTION TO THE COMMER~
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDEI~
6.3.
Request by D.F. Peck for Final Plat Appro'
Director of Planning Michele McPherson
final plat approval of Whitetail Ridge. Sh~
acre clustered subdivision including 18 sir
and a community septic system,
Michele reviewed the staff report on this
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO
FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR WHITETAIL RIDI
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT OUTLING 1
APPROVAL AND INSTALLATION OF IMF
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR REI
2. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEEI
3. A HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION DOCL
ATTORNEY'S REVIEW AND APPROVAL
4. STREET LIGHTS BE INSTALLED AS REQUI
5. A LETTER OF CREDIT BE PROVIDED TO TI
COSTS OF THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT~
UPON COMPLETING ALL OF THE IMPR~
BY THE CITY, A WARRANTY BOND IN T~
IMPROVEMENT COSTS SHALL BE SUBMI
YEAR.
7. PARK DEDICATION FEES IN THE AMOUr
FINAL PLAT BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASII~
SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEE IN
THE TIME OF FINAL PLAT BE PAID PRIOR
RECORDING.
9. A SEAL COAT FEE IN THE AMOUNT TO E
PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FC
10. A GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL
ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF
11. A DEVELOPMENT PLAN BE APPROVED
ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS.
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SEMENT ACROSS LOT 1, BLOCK 1 FOR A
;IAL DEVELOPMENT.
THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
/al (Whitetail Rid.qe) Case No. P 00-5
ndicated that D.F. Peck is requesting
,~ indicated that Whitetail Ridge is a 39
~gle family lots, 21 acres of open space,
issue.
ADOPT RESOLUTION 00-33 GRANTING
~E, CASE NO. P 00-5 WITH THE
'HE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE PLAT
ROVEMENTS BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED
;ORDING.
SHALL BE ADDRESSED.
VlENT BE PREPARED SUBJECT TO THE CITY
RIOR TO FINAL PLAT.
ED BY ELK RIVER UTILITIES.
~E CITY IN THE AMOUNT OF 100% OF THE
,VEMENTS AND HAVING THEM ACCEPTED
E AMOUNT OF 25% OF THE
FrED TO THE CITY FOR THE PERIOD OF ONE
IT REQUIRED BY THECITY AT THE TIME OF
IG THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
THE AMOUNT REQUIRED BY THE CITY AT
TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
E DETERMINED BY THE CITY ENGINEER BE
,R RECORDING.
~LAN BE APPROVED BY THE CITY
BUILDING PERMITS.
THE CITY ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE
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6.3a.
12. ALL GRADING BE CERTIFIED PRIOR TO
13. RIGHT-OF-WAY BE PROVIDED ON THE
ACCESS TO THE PROPERTY TO THE NOI
14. OUTLOT A AND OUTLOT B BE PLACED I
HELD BY THE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIA'
15. ALL MAILBOXES BE CLUSTERED.
16. A TREE PRESERVATION PLAN BE APPRC
RECORDING.
17. ANY TREES, OFF SITE OR ON SITE NEAR
PRESERVED SHALL BE FENCED WITH A ,~
GRADING, COMPACTION, OR STORA¢
STAFF SHALL INSPECT FENCING PRIOR
18. THE DEVELOPER ACQUIRE ADDITIONAl
TO THE NORTH IN ORDER TO PROVIDE
FOR POLK STREET.
19. ANY OFF SITE GRADING WILL REQUIRE
OWNERS.
20. CONSTRUCTION OF A HOUSE ON LOT
OF RECORDING THE FINAL PLAT. IF CO
YEARS THE STORAGE BUILDING ON SAI
ACCOUNT IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000
REMOVING THE STRUCTURE PRIOR TO !
21. LANDSCAPE OUTLOT A TO SCREEN THE
DISTURBED AREAS SHALL BE GRADED .~
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE IV
Wetland Conservation Act - Tro~ Brook
A memo from Building and Zoning Admit
reviewed.
Director of Planning Michele McPherson
Brook Farms has submiffred a revised plar
wetland fill. Building and Zoning Administ
technical evaluation panel for the Wetla
revised plans.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APF
MITIGATION PLAN FOR THE TROTT BROOK
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
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rilE ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS.
NORTH SIDE OF POLK STREET TO PROVIDE
!TH.
N A CONSERVATION EASEMENT TO BE
IION OR A QUALIFIED LAND TRUST.
VED PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
THE LIMIT OF GRADING, THAT ARE TO BE
;NOW FENCE AT THE DRIP LINE TO PREVENT
;E OF EQUIPMENT, DEBRIS, OR MATERIALS.
ro GRADING COMMENCING.
. PROPERTY FROM THE PROPERTY OWNER
IHE REQUIRED 60 FOOT RIGHT-OF-WAY
EASEMENTS FROM ADJACENT PROPERTY
I, BLOCK 2, SHALL BEGIN WITHIN 2 YEARS
NSTRUCTION IS NOT STARTED WITH IN 2
D LOT SHALL BE REMOVED. AN ESCROW
SHALL BE SET UP TO COVER THE COST OF
!ELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
SEPTIC AREA FROM STREET, ALL
,ND SEEDED.
OTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
3rms
istrator Steve Rohlf was distributed and
ndicated that the developer of Trott
, for wetlands that includes 2.48 acres of
· ator Steve Rohlf indicated that the
nd Conservation Act has reviewed the
ROVE THE REVISED FILLING AND
:ARMS DEVELOPMENT WITH THE
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1. A RESTRICTIVE CONVENANT AND DRA
RECORDED ON THE MITIGATION AREA
THE DEVELOPER'S AGREEMENT FOR TH
PLACES THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE $
THE DEVELOPER.
3. THE LETTER OF CREDIT COVERING THE
THE PROJECT ALSO INCLUDE THE COS'
4. THE DEVELOPERS SUBMIT A WRITTEN M
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INAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT BE
S.
.-' PROJECT INCLUDE LANGUAGE THAT
UCCESS OF THE WETLAND MITIGATION ON
~UBLIC IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH
OF THE MITIGATION WORK.
:)NITORING REPORT ON THE
REPLACEMENT WETLANDS ONE YEAR ,~FTER THIS MITIGATION WORK IS
COMPLETED AND THAT THIS REPORT BI~ APPROVED BY CITY STAFF PRIOR TO THE
RELEASE OF THE LETTER OF CREDIT. /
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COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
6.4.
Request by D.R. Horton for Final Plat App
Case No. P 00-11
Request by D.R. Horton for Final Plat App
Case No. P 97-8
Director of Planning Michele McPherson
final plat of Troft Brook Farms Fifth and Sb
Addition includes 77 townhomes in the sI
Addition includes 58 single family lots nor
Michele reviewed the staff report on this
Mayor Klinzing indicated that she would
believe that development of high densit
at this time, as it will have a significant irt
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO AD(:
PLAT APPROVAL FOR TROTT BROOK FARM~
THE FOLLOWING CONDITONS:
1. ALL COMMENTS RAISED BY THE DEPAR
INCORPORATED INTO THE PLAT.
2. EACH SINGLE FAMILY LOT SHALL RECE
TREE; CORNER LOTS SHALL RECEIVE 1 I
STREET FRONTAGE.
3. FRONT SETBACK OF 25 FEET FROM THE
STREETS A, F, J, O, R AND S. SIDE YARD
THE GARAGE SIDE
4. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEE
PLANS.
roval (Trott Brook Farms Fifth Addition)
'oval ('rro~r Brook Farms Sixth Addition)
indicated that D.R. Horton has requested
:th Additions. She stated that the Fifth
~utheast corner of the site and the Sixth
th of the park.
issue.
be voting in opposition as she does not
property is in the best interest of the city
oact on city services.
PT RESOLUTION 00-34 GRANTING FINAL
FIFTH ADDITION CASE NO. P 00-11 WITH
'MENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES BE
IVE 1 STREET TREE AND 1 FRONT YARD
TREET TREE AND 1 FRONT YARD TREE PER
PROPERTY LINES ON ALL STREETS EXCEPT
SETBACKS SHALL BE 10 FEET, 5 FEET ON
SHALL BE INCORPORATED INTO THE
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5. PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF ANY BUILI
SUBMITTED OUTLINING STYLE OF HOUS
6. ALL STREETS BE BUILT TO CITY STANDAI
WHICH WILL BE LARGER.
7. A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT SHALL BE
RECORDING THE PLAT.
8. SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEES
FOR RECORDING.
9. HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION DOCUI~
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RE
10. STREET LIGHTS SHALL BE INSTALLED PElt
11. A LETTER OF CREDIT BE PROVIDED TO 1
COSTS OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
12. UPON COMPLETING ALL OF THE IMPR(
BY THE CITY, A WARRANTY BOND IN Ti
IMPROVEMENT COSTS SHALL BE SUBM
PERIOD.
13. WATER AVAILABILIW CHARGE BE PAlE
RECORDING.
14.
ALL NECESSARY TRUNK SANITARY SEW
LATERAL WATER ASSESSMENTS BE PAII~
RECORDING.
15. ALL NECESSARY PERMITS SHALL BE RE¢
WITHIN ANY EASEMENTS.
16. ALL COMMENTS FROM PHIL HALS, THE
MEMO SHALL BE INCORPORATED INTC
17. ALL MAILBOXES SHALL BE CLUSTERED.
18. LANDSCAPE EASEMENTS SHALL BE INC
NEIGHBORHOOD SIGNS.
19. THE DEVELOPER INSTALL THE TRAIL PRC
ADDITION.
20. THAT A RESTRICTIVE COVENANT AND I
RECORDED ON THE MITIGATION AREA
21. THAT THE DEVELOPER'S AGREEMENT FC
THAT PLACES THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR
MITIGATION ON THE DEVELOPER.
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)lNG PERMITS A DEVELOPMENT PLAN BE
E AND FINISHED GRADES ON EACH LOT.
!DS WITH THE EXCEPTION OF STREET A,
SIGNED AND RECORDED PRIOR TO
~E PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT
lENTS SHALL BE REVIEWED BY THE CITY
~ORDING.
ELK RIVER UTILITIES RECOMMENDATIONS.
HE CITY IN THE AMOUNT OF 100% OF THE
)VEMENTS AND HAVING THEM ACCEPTED
IE AMOUNT OF 25 % OF THE
TTED TO THE CITY FOR A ONE YEAR
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
ER AND WATER ASSESSMENTS, AND
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
:EIVED PRIOR TO COMMENCING WORK
STREET/PARK SUPERINTENDENT, IN HIS
THE PLANS.
LUDED AROUND ALL DEVELOPMENT AND
'POSED TO BE LOCATED WITHIN THE 5TM
)RAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT BE
S.
R THE PROJECT INCLUDES LANGUAGE
'HE SUCCESS OF THE WETLAND
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22. THAT THE LETTER OF CREDIT COVERINC-
WITH THE PROJECT ALSO INCLUDE THE
23.
THAT THE DEVELOPERS SUBMIT A WRITT
REPLACEMENT WETLANDS ONE YEAR
COMPLETED AND THAT THIS REPORT BE
RELEASE OF THE LETTER OF CREDIT.
AND TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 00-35 GRAN1
BROOK FARMS SIXTH ADDITION, CASE NO
CONDITIONS:
1. ALL COMMENTS RAISED BY THE DEPAR
INCORPORATED INTO THE PLAT.
EACH SINGLE FAMILY LOT SHALL RECEI
TREE; CORNER LOTS SHALL RECEIVE 1 S
STREET FRONTAGE.
FRONT SETBACK OF 25 FEET FROM THE
STREETS A, F, J, O, R AND S. SIDE YARD
THE GARAGE SIDE
4. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEEI
PLANS.
5. PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF ANY BUILn
SUBMITTED OUTLINING STYLE OF HOUS
6. ALL STREETS BE BUILT TO CITY STANDAIi
WHICH WILL BE LARGER.
7. A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT SHALL BE
RECORDING THE PLAT.
8. SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEES
FOR RECORDING.
9. HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION DOCUI~
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RE(
10. STREET LIGHTS SHALL BE INSTALLED PER
11. A LE'n'ER OF CREDIT BE PROVIDED TO Ti
COSTS OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
12.
UPON COMPLETING ALL OF THE IMPRO
BY THE CITY, A WARRANTY BOND IN TH
IMPROVEMENT COSTS SHALL BE SUBMI1
PERIOD.
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THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED
~.OST OF THE MITIGATION WORK.
EN MONITORING REPORT ON THE
~FTER THIS MITIGATION WORK IS
APPROVED BY CITY STAFF PRIOR TO THE
lNG FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR TROTT
P 00-12 WITH THE FOLLOWING
MENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES BE
YE 1 STREET TREE AND 1 FRONT YARD
I'REET TREE AND 1 FRONT YARD TREE PER
~ROPERTY LINES ON ALL STREETS EXCEPT
SETBACKS SHALL BE 10 FEET, 5 FEET ON
SHALL BE INCORPORATED INTO THE
NG PERMITS A DEVELOPMENT PLAN BE
AND FINISHED GRADES ON EACH LOT.
)S WITH THE EXCEPTION OF STREET A,
IGNED AND RECORDED PRIOR TO
PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT
NTS SHALL BE REVIEWED BY THE CITY
:ORDING.
I:LK RIVER UTILITIES RECOMMENDATIONS.
IE CITY IN THE AMOUNT OF 100% OF THE
VEMENTS AND HAVING THEM ACCEPTED
.: AMOUNT OF 25 % OF THE
TED TO THE CITY FOR A ONE YEAR
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May 15~ 2000
13. WATER AVAILABILITY CHARGE BE PAID
RECORDING.
14.
ALL NECESSARY TRUNK SANITARY SEWI
LATERAL WATER ASSESSMENTS BE PAID
RECORDING.
15. ALL NECESSARY PERMITS SHALL BE REC
WITHIN ANY EASEMENTS.
16. ALL COMMENTS FROM PHIL HALS, THE
MEMO SHALL BE INCORPORATED INTO
17. ALL MAILBOXES SHALL BE CLUSTERED.
18. LANDSCAPE EASEMENTS SHALL BE INC
NEIGHBORHOOD SIGNS.
19. THE DEVELOPER INSTALL THE TRAIL PRC
ADDITION.
20. THAT A RESTRICTIVE COVENANT AND I
RECORDED ON THE MITIGATION AREA
21.
THAT THE DEVELOPER'S AGREEMENT F(
THAT PLACES THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR
MITIGATION ON THE DEVELOPER.
22. THAT THE LETTER OF CREDIT COVERING
WITH THE PROJECT ALSO INCLUDE THE
23.
THAT THE DEVELOPERS SUBMIT A WRITTE
REPLACEMENT WETLANDS ONE YEAR A
COMPLETED AND THAT THIS REPORT BE
RELEASE OF THE LETTER OF CREDIT.
6.6.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED
Mayor Klinzing opposed.
Request by Vicki Szews to Operate a Mo~
CU 00-13
Councilmember Motin stated for the rec~
applicant in drawing up corporation doe
there is a conflict of interest with this issue
Director of Planning Michele McPherson
a conditional use permit to operate a M(
Michele reviewed the staff report on this
Commission recommended approval of
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PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
iR AND WATER ASSESSMENTS, AND
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
EIVED PRIOR TO COMMENCING WORK
STREET/PARK SUPERINTENDENT, IN HIS
THE PLANS.
LUDED AROUND ALL DEVELOPMENT AND
POSED TO BE LOCATED WITHIN THE 5TH
)RAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT BE
THE PROJECT INCLUDES LANGUAGE
rilE SUCCESS OF THE WETLAND
THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED
COST OF THE MITIGATION WORK.
N MONITORING REPORT ON THE
· "TER THIS MITIGATION WORK IS
APPROVED BY CITY STAFF PRIOR TO THE
THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1.
~tessori School, Public Hearinq Case No.
~rd that he has represented the
uments, however he does not believe
~dicated that Vicki Szews has requested
~ntessori School at 555 Railroad Drive.
ssue. She noted that the Planning
'he request with certain conditions.
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May 15, 2000
6.7,
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearir
matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the public
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APl
OPERATE A MONTESSORI SCHOOL AT 555
CONDITIONS:
THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE CHIEF BUlL
THE APPLICANT SHALL RECEIVE A LICE
PRIOR TO COMMENCING OPERATION
SIGNAGE SHALL COMPLY WITH THE Sl~
THE OWNER SHALL WORK WITH STAFF'
THE ENTRY INTO COMPLIANCE WITH TI
SIGNAGE REGARDING CHILDREN CR(
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE
Request by Marybeth Dunn for Conditior
School, Public Hearing Case No. CU 00-1
Director of Planning Michele McPherson
requested a conditional use permit to ol
Preschool, and Daycare at 1118 4th Stree
Church. Michele McPherson noted that
approval of the request.
Michele reviewed the staff repon' on this
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearir
matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the public
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APl
REQUEST BY MARYBETH DUNN TO OPERATI
PRESCHOOL, AND DAYCARE AT 1118 4TM
THE APPLICANT SHALL RECEIVE A LIC
PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF THE S,
ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CHIEF BUlL
A COPY OF THE AGREEMENT WITH THE
CITY.
ALL SIGNAGE SHALL COMPLY WITH TF
OBTAINED PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OI
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDEr
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g. There being no one for or against the
hearing.
IPOVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
RAILROAD DRIVE WITH THE FOLLOWING
~ING OFFICIAL SHALL BE MET.
NSE FROM THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
;N ORDINANCE.
'O BRING THE DRIVEWAY ADJACENT TO
IE CODE REQUIREMENTS. ADDITIONAL
~SSING SHALL ALSO BE ADDED.
lOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
~al Use Permit to Operate a Montessori
4
indicated that Marybeth Dunn has
~erate a Montessori Kindergarten,
t, which is the Union Congregational
Ihe Planning Commission recommended
issue.
g. There being no one for or against the
hearing.
~ROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
i A MONTESSORI KINDERGARTEN,
TREET WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
NSE FROM THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
;HOO.
)lNG OFFICIAL SHALL BE MET.
NEIGHBOR SHALL BE PROVIDED TO THE
E SIGN ORDINANCE AND A PERMIT BE
ANY SIGNS.
THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
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6.8.
Request for Conditional Use Permit by Ry~
CU 00-9
Building and Zoning Administrator Steve r
Fischer Sand and Aggregate s request n!
metallic material. Steve Rohlf reviewed ti
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearin
matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the public
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO
OF FISCHER SAND AND AGGREGATE TO M
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE
6.9.
Request by Madison Marquette Realty SE
Use Permit, Public Hearin,q Case No. CU
Planner Steve Wensman indicated that
an amendment to the conditional use pc
from 19 feet to 30 feet and to increase
square feet at Elk River Plaza 4th Addition
Steve Wensman reviewed the staff repor
Planning Commission recommended apl
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearin
matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the public
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APf
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AS REQUESTED I
SERVICES TO INCREASE THE ALLOWED MOl
30 FEET AND TO INCREASE THE ALLOWED S
SQUARE FEET WITH THE FOLLOWING CONI~
1. A SIGN PERMIT IS OBTAINED FROM THE
PRIOR TO ANY INSTALLATION OF SIGN
NO CONIFERS ON THE ELK RIVER PLAZ~
169 RIGHT-OF-WAY EAST OF THE SITE B
CITY OF ELK RIVER PLANNING DEPART!
COUNClLMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE
6.10. Request for Easement Vacation by John
Planner Steve Wensman indicated that J
street and utility easement across a prop
Planned Unit Development. The location
Lots 1 and 2, Block 6, Barrington Place.
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~n Contractin.q, Public Hearin.q Case No.
!ohlf indicated that Matt Fischer of
~1 a conditional use permit to mine non-
~e staff report on this issue.
There being no one for or against the
~earing.
APPROVE THE REQUEST BY MATT FISCHER
INE NON-METALLIC MATERIAL.
VlOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
~rvices for Amendment to Conditional
0-11
~adison Marquette Realty has requested
,~rmit to increase the allowed sign height
e allowed sign area from 80 feet to 126
on this issue. He indicated that the
Iroval.
There being no one for or against the
~earing.
ROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE
~Y MADISON MARQUETTE REALTY
YUMENT SIGN HEIGHT FROM 19 FEET TO
IGN AREA FROM 80 SQUARE FEET TO 126
ITIONS:
ELK RIVER PLANNING DEPARTMENT
PROPERTY OR ALONG THE HIGHWAY
REMOVED WITHOUT APPROVAL OF THE
ENT.
VlOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
~unkers, Public Hearin,q Case No. EV 00-2
~hn Bunkers is requesting to vacate a
~rty located in the Barrington Place
of the property is 568 Dodge Avenue,
Steve Wensman reviewed the staff repot on this issue.
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May 15~ 2000
6,11.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearin
Gary Santwire, 200 5th Street, Elk River, re,
drive. He noted that the legal descriptior
There being no further comments, Mayor
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO
VACATING DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEM
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
AN EASEMENT AGREEMENT BE GRANTI
EMERGENCY VEHICLE ACCESS ALONE.
PRIOR TO THE VACATION.
THE NEW EASEMENT BE POSTED "NO P~
THE CURB CUT ON DODGE STREET BE R
MAXIMUM ALLOWED BY CITY ORDINA
A TEN FOOT EASEMENT BE GRANTED T¢
PURPOSES AROUND THE PERIMETER OF
THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION BE CHECKED
VACATES SUCH EASEMENT AS MAY OI
ADD A LANDSCAPE ISLAND ON THE NC
DODGE STREET.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE
Request by Car.qill for Amendment to Co
No. CU 00-10
Director of Planning Michele McPherson i
amend their conditional use permit to cc
shop space and office area.
Michele reviewed the staff report on this
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearin
matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the public
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED T(~
REQUESTED BY CARGILL TO CONSTRUCT A
SPACE AND OFFICE AREA WITH THE FOLLO
1. A LANDSCAPE PLAN APPROVED BY ST~
165TM AVENUE
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE M
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iewed the background on the access
in the Exhibit was incorrect.
Klinzing closed the public hearing.
ADOPT RESOLUTION 00-36 FOR
ENTS, CASE NO. EV 00-2, WITH THE
iD TO THE CITY THAT ENABLES
THE SOUTH 25 FEET OF THE PROPERTY
,RKING/FIRE LANE."
-'DUCED TO 30 FEET IN WIDTH, THE
NCE.
:) THE CITY FOR DRAINAGE AND UTILITY
THE PROPERTY.
ro ENSURE THAT THE DOCUMENT
MAY NOT EXIST ON THE PROPERTY.
IRTH SIDE OF PARKING LOT ADJACENT TO
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
nditional Use Permit, Public Hearin.q Case
ndicated that Cargill has requested to
nstruct a building to house a storage
ssue.
There being no one for or against the
learing.
APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
BUILDING TO HOUSE A STORAGE SHOP
~NING CONDITION:
~FF PROVIDE ADDITIONAL TREES ALONG
OTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
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6.12.
6.12.
Request by Iraj Ezati for Easement Vacati
Request by Iraj Ezati for Administrative Su
Director of Planning Michele McPherson
administrative subdivision to reconfigure
2, Brentwood Addition and an easemenl
drainage and utility easements on Lots 5
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on, Public Hearing Case No. EV 00-3
~division, Public Hearin.q Case No. AS 00-3
noted that Iraj Ezati is requesting an
Ihe lot line separating Lots 5 and 6, Block
vacation to vacate separate areas of
and 6, Block 2, Brentwood Addition.
Michele reviewed the staff report on these issues.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearings.
Mary Dodge, resident living on the corner of Irving and 198th, questioned how the
split in the lot would affect the accesses from 199th and Irving. Michele clarified
the access locations before and after the administrative subdivision.
There being no further comments, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Farber indicated that he does not agree that the surface water
management fee should be collected as the city is not creating a new lot.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE ADMINISTRATIVE SUBDIVISION
REQUEST BY IRAJ EZATI TO RECONFIGURE THE LOT LINE SEPARATING LOTS 5 AND 6,
BLOCK 2, BRENTWOOD ADDITION WITH THE STIPULATION THAT THE SURFACE WATER
MANAGEMENT FEE IS NOT REQUIRED AND WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS BE GRANTED TO THE CITY, TEN FOOT INSIDE
THE REAR AND SIDE PROPERTY LINES AND FIVE FOOT INSIDE THE SIDE PROPERTY
LINES, FOR BOTH PARCELS PRIOR TO RECORDING THE SUBDIVISION WITH THE
COUNTY.
2. SOIL BORING INFORMATION BE SUBMITTED PRIOR TO RECORDING THE
SUBDIVISION WITH THE COUNTY.
THE EASEMENT VACATION IS CONDITIONED UPON A THOROUGH REVIEW OF THE
SITE BY STAFF. THE LEGAL DESCRIPTIONS OF THE AREA(S) TO BE VACATED SHALL
BE DRAFTED BY CITY STAFF.
4. ALL COMMENTS FROM THE CITY ENGINEER BE ADDRESSED.
AND TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 00-37 FOR VACATING DRAINAGE AND UTILITY
EASEMENTS, CASE NO. EV 00-3. COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION.
THE MOTION CARRIED 3-2. Councilmembers Dietz and Thompson opposed.
6.14. Request by Dra.qsten Properties for Preliminary Plat, Rollin.q Hills, Public Hearing
Case No. P 00-6
Director of Planning Michele McPherson indicated that Rod Dragsten has
requested a preliminary plat approval for a 30-lot cluster subdivision on 113.6
acres located in the area of 22638 Jarvis Street. She noted that the proposed
subdivision is comprised of 30 single family lots and 3 outlots.
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May 15, 2000
Page 17
Michele reviewed the staff report on this request. She noted that one issue of
concern to the public related to the paving of Jarvis Street.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing.
Mr. Westphal, 23450 Variolite, Burns Township, indicated that he is in favor of the
development, but questioned whether the trail would be posted indicating that
motorized vehicles would not be allowed. He further questioned who would be
monitoring the situations and stated that he would prefer a land trust rather than
a homeowners association.
There being no further comments, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Motin questioned whether the plat falls under the cluster
ordinance and indicated his concern that the city is not receiving anything for
the extra homes allowed on the property and that the 40 acres of open space is
not very valuable to the city. Councilmember Motin expressed two additional
concerns; 1.) that the distance of the development from the Urban Service Area
may cause problems for the fire, street, and police department, and 2.) that
starting development that far into the northeast corner of the city would
encourage a leap frog effect with future developments.
Mayor Klinzing indicated that not all cluster developments would be prime
developments. She stated that she felt this one was marginal but did fall under
the cluster ordinance regulations.
Councilmember Dietz indicated that he also felt the development was very
marginal in meeting the cluster development regulations especially due to the
lack of quality of the land that is designated as open space.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF
ROLLING HILLS AS REQUESTED BY RON DRAGSTEN WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
THAT A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT BE PREPARED OUTLINING THE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS OF THE PLAT APPROVAL AND INSTALLATION OF IMPROVEMENTS
TO BE RECORDED WITH THE FINAL PLAT.
2. THAT ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER BE INCORPORATED INTO THE
PRELIMINARY PLAT.
3. THAT A HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION DOCUMENT BE PREPARED SUBJECT TO
THE CITY ATTORNEY REVIEW AND APPROVAL PRIOR TO FINAL PLAT.
4. THAT STREETLIGHTS BE INSTALLED AS REQUIRED BY ELK RIVER UTILITIES.
5. THAT A LETTER OF CREDIT BE PROVIDED TO THE CITY IN THE AMOUNT OF 100%
OF THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
6. THAT PARK DEDICATION BE PAID AT THE RATE REQUIRED BY THE CITY FOR 11
LOTS PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
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10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15,
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
THAT AN ACCESS EASEMENT BE GRANTED TO THE CITY OVER THE 40-ACRE SET
ASIDE FOR TRAIL ACCESS SHOULD A REGIONAL RECREATIONAL FACILITY BE
CREATED ON AN ADJACENT PARCEL.
THAT 68.36 ACRES OF LAND BE PLACED IN A CONSERVATION EASEMENT TO BE
HELD EITHER BY THE HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION OR A QUALIFIED LAND TRUST.
THAT UPON COMPLETING ALL OF THE iMPROVEMENTS AND HAVING THEM
ACCEPTED BY THE CITY, A WARRANTY BOND IN THE AMOUNT OF 25% OF THE
IMPROVEMENT COSTS SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO THE CITY FOR A ONE-YEAR
PERIOD.
THAT A SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEE IN THE AMOUNT REQUIRED BY THE
CITY BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
THAT THE CLEVELAND STREET EXTENSION BE PAVED TO THE NORTH PROPERTY
LINE.
THAT A GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL PLAN AND LIMITED DEVELOPMENT
PLAN BE SUBMrI'rED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE
ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS.
THAT A SEALCOAT FEE IN THE AMOUNT DETERMINED BY THE CITY BE PAID PRIOR
RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
THAT A LANDSCAPE PLAN BE SUBMITTED THAT SHOWS ONE STREET AND ONE
YARD TREE PER LOT AND ADDITIONAL PLANTINGS ALONG THE PROPERTY LINES
OF LOT 1, BLOCK 1, AND LOT 7, BLOCK 3.
THAT ALL MAILBOXES IN THE DEVELOPMENT BE CLUSTERED.
THAT ANY TREES ON OR OFF SITE, NEAR THE LIMIT OF GRADING THAT ARE TO BE
PROTECTED SHALL BE FENCED WITH A SNOW FENCE AT THE DRIPLINE TO PREVENT
GRADING, COMPACTION OR STORAGE OF DEBRIS AND EQUIPMENT PRIOR TO
COMMENCEMENT OF GRADING.
THAT THE PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SEPTIC SITES BE PROTECTED WITH SNOW
FENCE TO PREVENT GRADING, COMPACTION OR STORAGE OF DEBRIS AND
EQUIPMENT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF GRADING.
THAT AN ENDOWMENT TO THE CONSERVATION EASEMENT HOLDER BE
PROVIDED WHERE THE PRINCIPLE WOULD GENERATE SUFFICIENT ANNUAL
INTEREST TO COVER THE HOLDER'S YEARLY COSTS TO ENFORCE THE
CONDITIONS OF THE EASEMENT.
THAT THE APPLICANT IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A THEME, WHICH IS DEFINED AND
DOCUMENTED, INCLUDING THE LOCATION OF SIDE-LOADED GARAGES AND
FRONT PORCHES.
THAT OWNERSHIP AND REMODELING OF THE BARN BE SPECIFICALLY DEFINED BY
THE DEVELOPER.
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May 15, 2000
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7.1.
Sandra Peine
City Clerk
21. THAT SIDEWALK AND TRAIL DETAILS BE PROVIDED, SHOWING A SIDEWALK TO
CONNECT JARVlS TO THE TRAIL SYSTEM, AND ALSO SHOWING WHERE THE TRAIL
WILL GO THROUGH THE LOWLANDS AND WHAT IT WILL LOOK LIKE.
22. STAFF AND THE DEVELOPER SHALL REACH AN AGREEMENT REGARDING THE
DEVELOPER'S SHARE OF PAVING JARVlS STREET.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1.
Councilmember Motin opposed.
Construction Proiects Update
7.1a. Cul-de-Sac of County Road 13
City Engineer Terry Maurer updated the council on construction activities
relating to east Elk River. He reviewed options for driveway exit/access on
Tyler Street. Also discussed was the cul-de-sac plan for County Road 13.
Other Business
There was no other business.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Klinzing adjourned the meeting at 9:50
p.m.