04-11-2012 Council Workshop Minutes

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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL APRIL 11, 2012 pointed out the need to monitor the TIF fund balance to make sure that the TIF fund is utilized for this redevelopment project. "Complete Little Canada Road Streetscape Plan" was reviewed, and it was pointed out that the County and City are proceeding with the improvement of Little Canada Road east of the freeway to Edgerton Street. The Parks & Recreation Commission has suggested the addition of streetscape elements to the project, and the Administrator indicated that once the decision has been made on whether or not to bury the powerlines, streetscape elements can be planned for this project. Council reviewed the action plan for "Evaluate Spot -Zoned Properties ". The City Administrator noted that four sites have been identified, the former Norm's Tires, Bring's, the McCumber property, and Zoch property. He pointed out that this is a matter of awareness and taking advantage of redevelopment opportunities when they arise. With regard to the McCumber property, the Administrator presented copies of previous Council meeting minutes when the property was rezoned to B -I District. The Administrator also pointed out that if a proposal is presented on any of these sites, the City can act at that time to try to improve the aesthetics of the properties. Ed McCumber indicated that he did not want to see his property rezoned. He also described the improvements that he made to his property at the corner of Edgerton Street and County Road D. The Council requested that any time in the future Mr. McCumber decided to sell his property that he contact the City first to allow the City the first opportunity to consider purchasing it for redevelopment purposes. With regard to the Brings property and the land to the north, the Council suggested that the City Administrator contact the owner of the lot to the north. It was noted this piece of property may have some benefit as an addition to Pioneer Park The Council indicated that the Parks & Recreation Commission should comment on whether or not adding this parcel to Pioneer Park would be beneficial. McCumber asked about the Northeast Redevelopment Project, noting his desire to acquire approximately 40 feet of property at the back of his residential lot on Arcade Street. McCumber also asked about the access drive between his house and the Paddock house. The Administrator reported that the plan is to provide street access from LaBore Road. When that happens it is likely that the land over which the access drive to Arcade Street lies could be sold to the abutting property owners. The Council reviewed the action plan for "Northeast Residential Redevelopment Project ". The City Administrator explained the parameters of this project. He indicated that a neighborhood meeting will be held to explain the project to the impacted property owners. He also 5