05-05-25 - Council Work Session Agenda

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subdivision developer must provide, as part of the proposed project, improvements needed to ensure a level of service D or better. Based on the study Level of service requirements are met for both the 2027 and 2040 Build Scenarios with LOS maintained at C or better. Homeowners Association A homeowner's association will be established and provide both association maintained yards and snow removal. Staff is also recommending that the open space be owned by the association with the City retaining a Conservation Easement over the property. Additional City and Government Agency Review Comments Lino Lakes Public Safety The Police Division supports connection to Andall Street. The connection is important for public safety response to and from the development. The Fire Division also supports the Andall Street connection to improve response times to the entire area. Environmental Board The Environmental Board reviewed the PUD and Preliminary Plat on March 26, 2025. Their comments are provided in the attached memo dated March 27, 2025. Park Board The Park Board reviewed the Preliminary Plat on April 2, 2025. The Board recommends cash fee in lieu of land dedication. The amount of cash dedication would be $329,000 ($3,500 per lot times 94 lots) minus the cost of trail construction. As discussed during concept plan review, the Park Board recommended designating the remaining cash dedication balances from Natures Refuge and Natures Refuge North to explore providing trails and leisure opportunities at Lino Lakes Elementary School. A collaborative arrangement with the Forest Lake School District to share resources could provide tremendous benefits for the students and general public. Planning and Zoning Board The Planning and Zoning Board held a public hearing on April 14, 2025. The board debated various aspects of the development resulting in two failed motions. The board approved a 15