Laserfiche WebLink
3 <br />Ms. Divine stated the land is currently zoned Rural Business Reserve, which was to set aside <br />undeveloped ag land for future industrial growth. Ms. Kuschke asked about the likelihood of the <br />council accepting the AUAR and Comp Plan amendment. Ms. Divine stated she was optimistic <br />that there has been considerable public involvement on both issues and that may reflect on the <br />council’s decisions. Ms. Schwartz asked if the Comp Plan amendment was not approved, what <br />position did that put VHC in? Mr. Hayes stated if they thought they did not have approval, they <br />would ask to table until they felt they would have support. He believes the council, the <br />neighborhoods, and the AUAR Advisory Group have been kept involved. The Comp Plan <br />approval will allow the developers to begin to design the details of the engineering and site plan. <br /> <br />Ms. Lindahl reminded members the developers are asking the city to consider “is this is the right <br />land use and the right plan?” If they get the amendment, then all the details about housing types, <br />design issues, and so on can be answered. Mr. Hayes stated the neighborhood group meetings <br />and open house were well attended. <br /> <br />Ms. Divine stated the developers will be back one more time and that EDAC will be making a <br />recommendation regarding the change in the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Hayes reiterated that this <br />is about tax base, opportunities for growth and management of growth. <br /> <br />CITY COUNCIL GOALS FOR 2005-2006 <br />Ms. Divine reviewed the city council’s goals, which are largely in keeping with EDAC goals: <br /> Completing the Town Center <br /> Finalizing YMCA funding <br /> Improving the city’s image <br /> Exploring a public relations campaign, including a survey and visioning process <br /> Plan for and implement transportation improvements (local roads) <br /> Adopt a redevelopment and revitalization plan <br /> Complete the AUAR <br /> Diversify the city’s tax base by implementing the EDAC work plan <br /> Update the Comprehensive Plan <br /> <br />OTHER BUSINESS <br />Ms. Divine stated she appreciated the questions members asked the developers of the Village of <br />Hardwood Creek. Staff has been working with the developers on issues, but details such as <br />pedestrian/retail links will be worked out in more detail once the developers have the Comp Plan <br />amendment. Members agreed that future plans need to address these issues. Mr. Helgemoe <br />stated his concern for 1100 homes without a recreational facility that included a ballfield. <br /> <br />No other business. <br /> <br /> <br />Meeting adjourned.