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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/29/2022 EB Packet CITY OF LINO LAKES ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD MEETING Wednesday, June 29, 2022 6:30 p.m. Council Chambers AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: May 4, 2022 5. OPEN MIKE 6. ACTION ITEMS A. Villas on Vicky Concept Plan Review 7. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. MS4 Annual Report and Public Comment Opportunity 8. UPDATES A. Introducing new Recycling Intern Tori Philippi B. Recycling Updates C. General Updates 9. ADJOURN DRAFT MINUTES CITY OF LINO LAKES ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD MEETING I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Chair Sullivan called the Lino Lakes Environmental Board meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. on May 4, 2022. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA The agenda was adjusted to include discussion item 6C regarding the possible implementation of No Mow May. IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mr. Parsons made a MOTION to approve the February 23, 2022 meeting minutes. Motion was supported by Ms. Holmes. Motion carried 4 – 0. V. OPEN MIKE Mr. Sullivan declared Open Mike at 6:33 p.m. There was no one present for Open Mike. Open Mike was closed at 6:33 p.m. VI. ACTION ITEMS A. Otter Lake Animal Care Center Conditional Use Permit Amendment & Site Plan Review Andy Nelson, Environmental Coordinator, presented the staff report. DATE: May 4, 2022 TIME STARTED: 6:30 P.M. TIME ENDED: 7:41 P.M. MEMBERS PRESENT: John Sullivan, Lindsay Buchmeier, Shawn Holmes, Jonathan Parsons MEMBERS ABSENT: Ella McNulty, Cassie Cavegn, Alex Schwartz STAFF PRESENT: Andy Nelson Environmental Board May 4, 2022 Page 2 DRAFT MINUTES Otter Lake Animal Care Center is located at 6848 Otter Lake Road. Dr. Wayne Scanlan, the applicant, is proposing to construct a 2,850 sq. ft. addition to the existing 4,000 sq. ft. building. The applicant is also proposing to expand the existing parking lot. The current site is approximately 1.51 acres. The Board briefly discussed the location of the trash enclosure and the on-site storm water pond. Overall, the Board supported staff’s recommendations. Ms. Holmes made a MOTION to recommend the Otter Lake Animal Care Center conditional use permit amendment and site plan review be forwarded to the Planning and Zoning Board and City Council subject to conditions listed in the staff report. Motion was supported by Mr. Parsons. Motion carried 4 – 0. B. Otter Crossing 2nd Addition Preliminary Plat and Tidal Wave Auto Spa Conditional Use Permit & Site Plan Review Andy Nelson, Environmental Coordinator, presented the staff report. Tyme Properties, LLC. submitted a land use application for a preliminary plat for Otter Crossing 2nd Addition in order to create two (2) commercial lots. Bowman submitted a separate land use application for a conditional use permit and site plan review for a commercial car wash called Tidal Wave Auto Spa which will be located on Lot 1 of the preliminary plat. Mr. Parsons asked if Tidal Wave Auto Spa would be able to recycle the stormwater runoff through the car wash system. Mr. Nelson said he would investigate whether or not recycling the stormwater could be a viable option. Ms. Buchmeier asked, since the holding pond is located at the end of the street, will the street forever remain a dead end. Mr. Nelson explained it is unlikely the street will remain a dead end. He added the City’s engineering team will ultimately be responsible for the development of the street. Ms. Buchmeier inquired if there are any rare and unique species on the property. Mr. Nelson said Blanding’s turtles have been found nearby. He recommended the Board add a recommendation to add protections pertinent to Blanding’s turtles. Chair Sullivan referred to Caribou Coffee’s landscaping to ask Mr. Nelson how tree planting, appropriate spacing of trees, and the removal of diseased trees will be handled for the Tidal Wave Auto Spa site. Environmental Board May 4, 2022 Page 3 DRAFT MINUTES Mr. Nelson explained Caribou Coffee’s landscaping has not yet received final acceptance. He stated it is his responsibility to conduct the final review of the landscaping for all projects to ensure the plantings are alive and the landscaping matches the approved plan. Regarding the spacing of trees, he said open space is typically reserved for underground utilities and for access to stormwater ponds. Ms. Buchmeier made a MOTION to recommend the preliminary plat for Otter Crossing 2nd Addition and the conditional use permit and site plan review for Tidal Wave Auto Spa be forwarded to the Planning and Zoning Board and City Council subject to conditions listed in the staff report including two additional recommendations from the Board to add applicable protections for Blanding’s turtles and to implement the reuse of stormwater though the car wash system. Motion was supported by Ms. Holmes. Motion carried 4 – 0. C. No Mow May Andy Nelson, Environmental Coordinator, presented the staff report. No Mow May is an intiative which promotes avoiding the mowing of lawns during the month in order to provide additional flowers which benefit pollinator species. Ms. Buchmeier asked if City Council approves the No Mow May initiative, would parks and City property be included. Mr. Nelson informed the Board they could make the recommendation to include parks and City property within the initivative; however, he cautioned such recommendation may not be approved by City Council since those spaces are often rented and utilized by sporting groups. Chair Sullivan made a MOTION to recommend support of the No Mow May initiative by suspending tall grass ordinance enforcement for the month of May in order to benefit pollinators. Motion was supported by Ms. Holmes. Motion carried 4 – 0. VII. UPDATES A. General Updates Mr. Nelson informed the Board of Mary Fogarty’s retirement from the City after 27 years. He expressed his appreciation working with Ms. Fogarty and thanked her specifically for her work with the community gardens and the City’s annual tree sale. Mr. Nelson also gave the Board a verbal update regarding the EAB grant. He stated all of the diseased trees and stumps have been removed and the new bare root trees have been planted, mulched, and watered. Environmental Board May 4, 2022 Page 4 DRAFT MINUTES B. Recycling Update Mr. Nelson informed the Board interviews for the Recycling Intern position have been conducted and upon acceptance of the offer, the intern will start within a few weeks. C. Other Business Ms. Holmes asked about the status of the proposed development by Anderson Companies on the corner of Lake Drive and Main Street and if any updates will be provided to the various Boards. Mr. Nelson said he would look into her inquiry and provide the Board with an update at next month’s Environmental Board meeting. VIII. ADJOURNMENT Ms. Holmes made a MOTION to adjourn the meeting at 7:41 p.m. Motion was supported by Ms. Buchmeier. Motion carried 4 – 0. Respectfully submitted, Janele Waterman, Community Development Administrative Assistant 1 ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD AGENDA ITEM 6A STAFF ORIGINATOR: Andy Nelson, Environmental Coordinator MEETING DATE: June 29, 2022 REQUEST: Villas on Vicky PUD Concept Plan Review APPLICANT: Ranger Development Attn: Jon Blattman 4247 117th Ave. NE Blaine, MN 55449 OWNER: Jeff and Mary Jo Joyer 8174 Lake Drive Lino Lakes, MN 55014 BACKGROUND The applicant submitted a land use application for a Planned Unit Development Concept Plan review. The proposed residential development is located on an approximately 4.9 acre parcel west of the intersection of Lake Drive and Kelly Street. The concept plan proposes 23 single unit townhomes, all slab on grade with the option of one or two levels. The applicant is proposing varying lot sizes and setbacks that would require PUD flexibility. This staff report is based on review of the following submittals: • Concept Plan prepared by E.G. Rud and Sons, Inc., dated 5-26-22 • Aerial Resource Map prepared by E.G. Rud and Sons, Inc., dated 5-26-22 • Narrative and House Elevations prepared by Ranger Development, dated 6-09-22 2 ANALYSIS EXISTING CONDITIONS The site is currently a vacant, approximately 4.9 acre parcel with scattered trees and grasses on sandy soil. Land Cover Pre-settlement land cover (Marschner) was oak openings and barrens. Minnesota Land Cover Classification System (MLCCS) data indicates: long grasses with sparse tree cover on upland soils, oaks with 11-25% impervious cover on the south perimeter, and short grasses and mixed trees with 26-50% impervious cover. The impervious cover noted in the MLCCS data is associated with developed residential lots nearby. Soils Soil types according to the Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey Geographic Database include: Soderville fine sand with 0 to 3% slopes (approximately 80%) which are moderately well drained with rapid permeability in the upper part and moderately rapid in the lower part. Runoff is negligible. Water table may be at 2-3.5 feet from April to June. Zimmerman fine sand with 1-6% slopes (approximately 20%) which are excessively drained soils with rapid permeability and negligible to low runoff. Shoreland District Site does not fall within Shoreland District. Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) Considerations The site is not within the AUAR environmental review boundary. Drinking Water Protection The site is not within in the Drinking Water Supply Management Area (DWSMA). 3 PROPOSED CONDITIONS The concept plan shows 23 single-family townhome lots ranging from 5,358-11,066 square feet in size. There are stormwater ponds shown on the 10,026 square foot Outlot B and in two areas along the east perimeter on Lake Drive. The proposed project would also include construction of private streets and a realignment of Vicky Lane to match with Kelly Street just east of this site. Rezoning The property is currently zoned R1, single family residential. The property would need to be rezoned to PUD, Planned Unit Development in order to allow for a variety of lot sizes and setbacks. The intent of Planned Unit Development is to provide for the grouping of lots or buildings for development as an integrated, coordinated unit as opposed to traditional parcel by parcel, piecemeal, or sporadic approach to development. It is intended to introduce flexibility of site design and architecture for the conservation of land and open space through clustering of lots, buildings and activities, which promote the goals outlined in the Comprehensive Plan or serve another public purpose. The applicant would need to provide additional public benefit, such as additional open space and trails, in order to be considered for PUD zoning. Flood Plain The site does not fall within the flood management zone. Rare, Unique, or Significant Resources The following rare plants and animals have been documented within one mile of the site: Blanding’s turtle (Emydoidea blandingii), Toothcup (Rotala ramosior), Lance-leaved violet (Viola lanceolata), and Autumn Fimbry (Fimbristylis autumnalis). These species are all associated with wetland habitat and there are no wetlands on site. Protections for wildlife will be included through adherence to city specifications already in place. These protections include surmountable curbs for residential streets and natural netting erosion blanket where needed for soil stabilization. Staff does not find additional environmental assessments for rare, unique, or significant resources necessary for this site. 4 Stormwater Management Under existing conditions, most stormwater on this site infiltrates into the soil. The rest collects in the city stormwater system that heads to ponds in Lino Park. There are stormwater ponds noted in the concept plan. Native vegetation buffers shall be included around all ponds. Greenway System and Trails A trail and on-street bike lane are proposed in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, which should be considered as part of this project. Wetlands There are no wetlands indicated on the proposed project site. LANDSCAPE PLAN A Tree Survey, Tree Preservation and Mitigation Plan, and Landscape Plan in compliance with Section 1007.043 (17), Required Screening, Landscaping and Buffer Yards shall be submitted. Note that additional landscaping may be required as a condition of the PUD. Staff notes that a 6 foot buffer and screen will be required around the entire site due to the adjacent, less intense land uses, and the presence of the arterial road (Lake Drive). There does not appear to be enough room for these buffers or the required open space plantings in the current proposed plan. RECOMMENDATIONS Staff recommends the Villas on Vicky PUD Concept Plan be forwarded to the Planning and Zoning Board and City Council with the following comments: 1. There does not seem to be room for required buffer and screen plantings or open space plantings. 2. The project narrative mentions two trees will be planted in each front yard. There should be only one boulevard tree per frontage planted in the right-of-way per property. This is one tree per lot or two trees for corner lots. If there is a second tree planted in the front yards, they should not be located in the right-of-way. 3. A proposed trail appears on this site in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and should be considered as part of this project. 5 4. A diverse mix of native plants and plants beneficial to pollinators shall be utilized wherever possible and/or practical. This includes vegetative buffers around stormwater management features and also in required open space and landscape plantings. ATTACHMENTS 1. Villas On Vicky Aerial Photo 2. Concept Plan 3. Aerial Resource Map Villas On Vicky Aerial Legend Parcels June 24, 2022 Map Powered By DataLink 1 in = 752 ft ± ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD AGENDA ITEM 7A STAFF ORIGINATOR: Andy Nelson MEETING DATE: June 29, 2022 REQUEST: Discussion only TOPIC: MS4 Annual SWPPP Report and Public Comment Opportunity Background The Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) general permit is mandated by federal regulations under the Clean Water Act and administered by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. The permit allows for owners of storm sewer systems to discharge stormwater into lakes, rivers, and wetlands provided certain regulatory requirements are met. The City of Lino Lakes has been operating the storm sewer system s under the MS4 permit since 2006. The City’s system includes approximately 288 storm ponds, 49.86 miles of storm sewer, and 128 outfalls into public waters. The permit requirements include the preparation of an annual Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) report. The City’s SWPPP report for 2021 activity is comprised of 6 components, referred to as Minimum Control Measures (MCMs) that provide for implementation of the permit requirements: 1. Public education and outreach, which includes teaching citizens about better stormwater management 2. Public participation: Include citizens in solving stormwater pollution problems. This includes a required public annual meeting and an annual report. 3. A plan to detect and eliminate illicit discharges to the stormwater system (like chemical dumping and wastewater connections) 4. Construction-site runoff controls 5. Post-construction runoff controls 6. Pollution prevention and municipal “good housekeeping” measures, like covering salt piles and street-sweeping Staff will provide an overview of the activities completed in 2021 at the meeting. Requested Environmental Board Direction None required, information only.