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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/05/2005 EDAC Minutes 1 APPROVED CITY OF LINO LAKES ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES DATE: Thursday, May 5, 2005 MEMBERS PRESENT: J. Schwartz, T. Vacha, S. Rymer (part), B. Combs, K. Corson (part), J. Kuschke, J. Helgemoe, J. Milbauer, K. Hansmann MEMBERS ABSENT: OTHERS PRESENT: M. Divine GENERAL/MINUTES Minutes of April 7, 2005 were approved. 5-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN Ms. Schwartz reviewed the inventory that was last updated in 2004. She noted in the inventory that the 900 acres of RBR could be impacted by the AUAR. Members discussed the potential stadium site on 35E. Ms. Divine explained that a study was completed in 2003 that looked at the 35E site, but it ranked lower than Blaine. The site that was studied is under contract by another developer. There is other potential land on the 35E corridor that could be assembled for the acreage the Vikings officials are seeking. However, it would be something that would completely change the face of the city, and $$millions in infrastructure improvements would be necessary. Ms. Divine will add information about the AUAR on 35E and other new development to the inventory. Some Comp Plan assumptions are no longer valid because of tax restructuring. Ms. Divine will review what goals from the Comp Plan are still valid. Mr. Corson asked if there was still a deadlock on the city council to update the Comp Plan. At this point, the Comp Plan won’t be changed until the minority on the council is convinced the citizens want it changed. Ms. Kuschke asked if the higher density on 35E would meet the goals for multi-family in the Comp Plan. Ms. Divine stated the types of uses proposed—higher density and commercial—will require the Comp Plan to be amended. The Comp Plan does allow high and medium density housing on 35E. However, the development proposed has more commercial and housing instead of industrial. The multi-family and rental assumptions in the current Comp Plan are probably not achievable because of the limited amount of land designated for those uses. Ms. Hansmann stated that through the AUAR process, they learned it would take 160 years to develop that industrial land on 35E, so there is too much industrial land. Mr. Milbauer moved to remove the outdated assumptions in the inventory, and change language “to continue to support the Comp Plan, recognizing that due to market 2 conditions, economic conditions and changes in growth patterns, some of the old assumptions aren’t as valid as they once were and updates and revisions to the original assumptions in the Comp Plan may be necessary. “ Mr. Vacha seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. Goal 1: Minimize the residential tax burden: Ms. Schwartz noted that with tax restructuring this goal became more difficult, since C/I is taxed 2x residential, instead of 3x. Ms. Divine stated the city tax rate has been dropping. Last year the city ranked seventh, and this year it was ninth. Objective 1: Delete “2005” and “draft” and add “and any updates or revisions made thereto.” Objective 3: remove “draft.” Mr. Milbauer moved to approve the changes. Mr. Corson seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Goal 2: Continue a strong and innovative patter for growth of quality economic development. Objective 5: Mr. Vacha stated it was an improvement for developers that if a project meets the zoning requirements and needs no variances or CUPs, it can go through “administrative review.” Objective 6 will be added “to support the continuation of the administrative review process to streamline the planning process for development proposals.” Members discussed the negative voting record of the expansion of the economic development base in the city and its impact on the city’s reputation. Change language to “Strive to attain an areawide reputation for being receptive to new quality economic development.” Policy recommendation: Eliminate because it has been completed. Mr. Milbauer moved to make the changes. Mr. Comb seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Goal 3: Provide continuous and effective coordination and facilitation of the economic development process. Objective 2: Change to “Review changes to comprehensive zoning ordinances that are developed and/or proposed to be developed” to reflect the changing quality of commercial and industrial development. Mr. Milbauer moved to approve the change. Ms. Hansmann seconded. Motion passed unanimously. 3 Goal Four: This was an original goal that included developing a logo, promotional materials, etc. Either the objectives are completed or are dependent on developer implementation. Ms. Hansmann moved to remove Goal 4. Mr. Helgemoe seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Goal 5: Improvement plan for “doors” and “windows”. Members discussed the architectural standards in the late 90s, and felt that it was an impediment to developers, and wasn’t fairly enforced. Design standards are now in place for the Woods Edge project. Remove Objective 2. Mr. Milbauer moved to approve the changes. Mr. Vacha seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Ms. Divine discussed five doors and windows to the community (35E/Cty 14, 35W/Lake Drive, Hodgson Road/Cty J. Hodgson Road/Lake Drive and Cty 14 from Blaine. There is either development occurring, or development proposals, at the five entrances. Ms. Schwartz stated the intersection of County Road J and Centerville Road should also be considered a gateway to the city. Ms. Divine noted that the current Comp Plan prohibited three of the five proposals from occurring. She stated it could have been possible within five years to diversify and build up the tax base, get rooftops to support commercial growth and enhance the city’s appearance at the gateways, and then basically leave the remaining undeveloped rural areas untouched if the city chose. Goal Six: Objective 1: Ms. Divine will put in appropriate language for “Environmental Management Plan.” Remove Objectives 2 and 3. Add to Objective 1 to “support for Conservation Development” as a means to provide incentive to permanently preserve the city’s valuable natural resources.” Ms. Divine asked if the committee wanted to take a position on the planting of native landscaping in commercial/industrial areas. Members agreed that examples of projects using it have not succeeded, but do not want to add an objective. Moved and seconded. Motion passed unanimously. BLUE HERON DAYS Ms. Divine asked if any members would be interested in participating in sponsoring the medallion hunt with the Quad Chamber in an effort to be involved in Blue Heron Days and support existing businesses. Local businesses would support by donating prizes for it. Clues could be available at local business. Mr. Combs talked to Chad Wagner about it. The Boy Scouts have a point person to talk to Chad about getting involved with Blue Heron Days. Mr. Milbauer said Lino Lakes State Bank would coordinate it. Ms. Kuschke 4 said she would help out. Ms. Hansmann said her staff could design a medallion or button with the city logo on it. Mr. Vacha said businesses that contribute will be listed on the flyer. Mr. Milbauer said the bank will cover cost of printing buttons. CITY WEBSITE Discussion will be tabled to next meeting. Mr. Helgemoe suggested putting TIF information on the site. APOLLO LANDING Ms. Divine informed the committee about the proposed project on Apollo Drive by the dental office. The plat and rezone to PUD is going to council. A hotel developer is interested in an 80-unit buildings, plus there will be three additional commercial pads. Meeting adjourned.