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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-147 Council Resolution• City Council I -35E Corridor AUAR Study October 12, 2004 CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 04 -147 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COMMENCEMENT OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STUDY FOR THE NORTHEAST PORTION OF THE CITY OF LINO LAKES WHEREAS, A. The northeast portion of the City of Lino Lakes ( "Subject Property ") includes identified growth areas, rural land uses, Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park Reserve, and the 1 -35 E, 1 -35 W, and County Road 14 transportation corridors. The Subject Property area is depicted on the attached Exhibit A; and, B. The development of the Subject Property will require environmental review in accordance with the Minnesota Environmental Review Program; and, C. The Minnesota Environmental Review Program rules provide for an Alternative Urban Areawide Review ( "AUAR "); and, D. The AUAR process give the City the opportunity to assess the impact of potential development on the area's natural resources prior to receiving and considering development proposals for approval. A single AUAR process can address both public infrastructure construction scheduled for the near future as well as the ensuing residential, commercial, and light industrial development slated for later years. By examining multiple development scenarios through the AUAR process, the City is able to evaluate how much development can be accommodated in an area without significant environmental impacts; and, E. An Advisory Panel consisting of representatives from the Planning & Zoning Board, Environmental Board, Park Board, Economic Development Advisory Committee, Rice Creek Watershed District, Anoka County, property owners, surrounding communities, and representatives from other identified key groups and agencies will review background studies and development scenario alternatives and make recommendations to the City Council. The City Council will therefore have input from these groups before completing its formal review and making decisions. F. The anticipated nature and intensity of development shall be determined by the City Council after background studies are completed and a preferred development scenario is identified; and, G. In accordance with Minnesota Rules, the City Council shall order the preparation of the AUAR document at such time as the anticipated nature and intensity of development is determined; and, City Council I -35E Corridor AUAR Study October 12, 2004 H. DSU, Inc. and its agents have submitted a proposal and contract to provide services to assist the City of Lino Lakes in determining a preferred development scenario and preparing an AUAR document. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT. RESOLVED, 1. That the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes hereby approves the proposal and contract with DSU and its agents to provide professional services for determining a preferred development scenario and preparing an AUAR document. Adopted by the Lino Lakes City Council this 12th day ctober 2004. Ann Blair, jty Clerk John J. Bergeson, Mayor • • STAFF ORIGINATOR: CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: TOPIC: ACTION REQUIRED: BACKGROUND AGENDA ITEM 6G Michael Grochala October 12, 2004 Consideration of Resolution No. 04 -147 Authorizing Commencement of Environmental Review Study for the I -35E Corridor Simple Majority The City's Comprehensive Plan guides the I -35E corridor area for a variety of land uses including low, medium and high density residential, commercial, industrial and rural land uses. Recently approved, as well as proposed, development projects along this corridor have initiated discussions regarding transportation, stormwater management, land use compatibility and other development related impacts. It is anticipated that development interests along the corridor will continue to increase as transportation infrastructure is improved and surrounding communities continue to grow at their current pace. The proposed Hardwood Creek development, located northwest of the Main Street/I- 35E interchange is one example. While this proposed 360 acre development provides an opportunity to master plan a large area, the site is relatively small when compared to the long term development potential of the I -35E corridor. While the proposal will likely require some level of environmental review, it is staffs opinion that the City would benefit from a more comprehensive examination of the surrounding area. The City Council goals, adopted in June of 2004, included the direction to begin Master Planning of the I -35E corridor. These goals are also supported by the Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) Action Plan identifying the need to master plan the corridor. In conjunction with these, staff has viewed the Hardwood Creek development as an opportunity to leverage public and private dollars to complete a more comprehensive study of the corridor area. City staff has received a proposal from Dahlgren, Shardlow & Uban, Inc. (DSU), a leading planning and landscape architecture firm in the state, to complete an Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) for the proposed area along the eastern side of the city encompassing approximately 4,000 acres. The geographic area was based on identified growth areas, rural land uses, Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park, and the I -35E, I -35W and County Road 14 transportation corridors. The AUAR process gives the City the opportunity to assess the impact of potential • • • City Council I -35E Corridor AUAR Study October 12, 2004 development on the area's natural resources prior to receiving and considering development proposals for approval. A single AUAR process can address both public infrastructure construction scheduled for the near future as well as the ensuing residential, commercial and light industrial development slated for later years. By examining multiple development scenarios throughout the AUAR process, the City is able to evaluate how much development can be accommodated in an area without significant environmental impacts. The DSU proposal includes the assistance of subconsultants for specific areas of expertise including the following: 1. Applied Ecological Services, Inc. (AES). AES was the co- author with Brauer and Associates of the City's Handbook for Environmental Planning and Conservation Development. They will be responsible for the natural resources, ecological and stormwater management review. 2. URS Corp. URS is currently developing the Anoka County transportation model. URS will be handling the traffic modeling for the review. 3. TKDA. TKDA is the city's engineering consultant and will be handling sanitary sewer and water components of the study. 4. 106 Group. The 106 Group will be performing the Cultural Resources component. The AUAR process is proposed to be completed within nine months of the authorization to proceed. A key element of the process is the establishment of an Advisory Panel consisting of representatives from the Planning & Zoning Board, Environmental Board, EDAC, Rice Creek Watershed District, Anoka County, property owners, surrounding communities, and representatives from other identified key groups and agencies. The process is designed to empower and support the City Council in making informed decisions at every key stage of the project. The estimated contract price for the AUAR is $296,400 plus $8,000 to $10,000 in expenses mostly attributable to printing costs associated with the final document. The project is proposed to be funded by a yet to be established environmental review area charge collected in conjunction with development. Interim financing will be provided through the City's Trunk Utility Fund and Stormwater Management Fund. The City is requesting a no interest loan from Metropolitan Council in the amount $75,000 to assist with the interim financing. We are also expecting a contribution from Anoka County as well as the Hardwood Creek developer. RECOMMENDATION From a planning perspective, the AUAR process is an excellent opportunity to evaluate cumulative development impacts. It is a very proactive approach to development, which provides the community with a better opportunity, to plan for development rather than react to it. • • City Council I -35E Corridor AUAR Study October 12, 2004 Staff is recommending approval of Resolution No. 04 -147 ATTACHMENTS 1. Resolution No. 04 -147 2. Project Area Map 3. Project Timeline • MG LAND •VEY ND 22 a a UMIFIE-M Project Initiation, Geographic Scope, Research, inventory, Analysis, Mapping Communications 1417. e ES 6 1 Project Coordination Project Iniliatbn Meetings • AUAR Team & City Staff AUAR Team & Advisory Panel Determine Geographic Scope (AUAR Boundary) Research: 1. Natural Resource Systems 2. iransportahan System 3. Municipal Services 4. Cdknd Resources 5. Land Use & Zoning 6. DemographicslMarketAralysis WORK PROGRAM AND SCHEDULE City of Lino Lakes Northeast AUAR Scope of Services Define Development Scenarios • Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) • Advisory Panel Worirshops 1. Commor6ly Phrrdng 2. Natural Resource Systems 3. Transportation 4. Municipal Services 5. Demographics/Markel Analysis Prepare Development Scenario Alternatives Advisory Panel Workshop - Present Development Scenario AAernatives - Select P etened Alternative City CooncI Meeting - Select Development Scenario's) - Order the Preparation of the AUAR Prepare Draft AUAR & Draft Mitigation Plan Advisory Panel Meeting • Review Draft AUAR & Draft Mitigation Plan City CouncA Meeting - Authorize Distribution of the Draft Document to Commenting Agencies DlsMbUte Draft AUAR & Draft Mitigation Plan to Commenting Agencies 30-day Draft AUAR. Comment Period Respond la Substantive comments on the Draft AUAR As necessary, Revise MAR & Prepare Final Mitigation Mon Advisory Panel Meeting - Review Final Mitigation Plan & Any Changes to the AUAR Document City Council Meeting - Review Final N6ligalion Plan &Arty Changes to the AUAR Document - Authorize Distribution of Final Document to Conirnenttors TW.a week Final AUAR & Mitigation Plats Review Period cihy Council Meeling -Adopt PAM AUAR & Mt1011mi Plan E Staff/ ilk Advisory City Council Comment AUAR Team Panel Period SEPTEMBER 2004 DAHLGREN, SHARDLOW & UBAN, INC. APPLIED ECOLOGICAL SERVICES, INC; URS, CORP. TKDA, INC. THE 106 GROUP,LTD. City Council I -35E Corridor AUAR Study October 12, 2004 CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 04 -147 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COMMENCEMENT OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STUDY FOR THE NORTHEAST PORTION OF THE CITY OF LINO LAKES WHEREAS, A. The northeast portion of the City of Lino Lakes ( "Subject Property ") includes identified growth areas, rural land uses, Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park Reserve, and the 1 -35 E, 1 -35 W, and County Road 14 transportation corridors. The Subject Property area is depicted on the attached Exhibit A; and, B. The development of the Subject Property will require environmental review in accordance with the Minnesota Environmental Review Program; and, C. The Minnesota Environmental Review Program rules provide for an Alternative Urban Areawide Review ( "AUAR "); and, D. The AUAR process give the City the opportunity to assess the impact of potential development on the area's natural resources prior to receiving and considering development proposals for approval. A single AUAR process can address both public infrastructure construction scheduled for the near future as well as the ensuing residential, commercial, and light industrial development slated for later years. By examining multiple development scenarios through the AUAR process, the - City is able to evaluate how much development can be accommodated in an area without significant environmental impacts; and, E. An Advisory Panel consisting of representatives from the Planning & Zoning Board, Environmental Board, Park Board, Economic Development Advisory Committee, Rice Creek Watershed District, Anoka County, property owners, surrounding communities, and representatives from other identified key groups and agencies will review background studies and development scenario alternatives and make recommendations to the City Council. The City Council will therefore have input from these groups before completing its formal review and making decisions. F. The anticipated nature and intensity of development shall be determined by the City Council after background studies are completed and a preferred development scenario is identified; and, G. In accordance with Minnesota Rules, the City Council shall order the preparation of the AUAR document at such time as the anticipated nature and intensity of development is determined; and, City Council I -35E Corridor AUAR Study October 12, 2004 H. DSU, Inc. and its agents have submitted a proposal and contract to provide services to assist the City of Lino Lakes in determining a preferred development scenario and preparing an AUAR document. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT. RESOLVED, 1. That the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes hereby approves the proposal and contract with DSU and its agents to provide professional services for determining a preferred development scenario and preparing an AUAR document. Adopted by the Lino Lakes City Council this 12th day of O tober 2004. 6:11t. -, Ann Blair, City Clerk J J. Bergeson, Mayor • • • STAFF ORIGINATOR: CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: TOPIC: ACTION REQUIRED: BACKGROUND AGENDA ITEM 6G Michael Grochala October 12, 2004 Consideration of Resolution No. 04 -147 Authorizing Commencement of Environmental Review Study for the I -35E Corridor Simple Majority The City's Comprehensive Plan guides the I -35E corridor area for a variety of land uses including low, medium and high density residential, commercial, industrial and rural land uses. Recently approved, as well as proposed, development projects along this corridor have initiated discussions regarding transportation, stormwater management, land use compatibility and other development related impacts. It is anticipated that development interests along the corridor will continue to increase as transportation infrastructure is improved and surrounding communities continue to grow at their current pace. The proposed Hardwood Creek development, located northwest of the Main Street/1- 35E interchange is one example. While this proposed 360 acre development provides an opportunity to master plan a large area, the site is relatively small when compared to the long term development potential of the I -35E corridor. While the proposal will likely require some level of environmental review, it is staffs opinion that the City would benefit from a more comprehensive examination of the surrounding area. The City Council goals, adopted in June of 2004, included the direction to begin Master Planning of the I -35E corridor. These goals are also supported by the Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) Action Plan identifying the need to master plan the corridor. In conjunction with these, staff has viewed the Hardwood Creek development as an opportunity to leverage public and private dollars to complete a more comprehensive study of the corridor area. City staff has received a proposal from Dahlgren, Shardlow & Uban, Inc. (DSU), a leading planning and landscape architecture firm in the state, to complete an Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) for the proposed area along the eastern side of the city encompassing approximately 4,000 acres. The geographic area was based on identified growth areas, rural land uses, Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park, and the 1 -35E, I -35W and County Road 14 transportation corridors. The AUAR process gives the City the opportunity to assess the impact of potential • • • City Council I -35E Corridor AUAR Study October 12, 2004 development on the area's natural resources prior to receiving and considering development proposals for approval. A single AUAR process can address both public infrastructure construction scheduled for the near future as well as the ensuing residential, commercial and light industrial development slated for later years. By examining multiple development scenarios throughout the AUAR process, the City is able to evaluate how much development can be accommodated in an area without significant environmental impacts. The DSU proposal includes the assistance of subconsultants for specific areas of expertise including the following: 1. Applied Ecological Services, Inc. (AES). AES was the co- author with Brauer and Associates of the City's Handbook for Environmental Planning and Conservation Development. They will be responsible for the natural resources, ecological and stormwater management review. 2. URS Corp. URS is currently developing the Anoka County transportation model. URS will be handling the traffic modeling for the review. 3. TKDA. TKDA is the city's engineering consultant and will be handling sanitary sewer and water components of the study. 4. 106 Group. The 106 Group will be performing the Cultural Resources component. The AUAR process is proposed to be completed within nine months of the authorization to proceed. A key element of the process is the establishment of an Advisory Panel consisting of representatives from the Planning & Zoning Board, Environmental Board, EDAC, Rice Creek Watershed District, Anoka County, property owners, surrounding communities, and representatives from other identified key groups and agencies. The process is designed to empower and support the City Council in making informed decisions at every key stage of the project. The estimated contract price for the AUAR is $296,400 plus $8,000 to $10,000 in expenses mostly attributable to printing costs associated with the final document. The project is proposed to be funded by a yet to be established environmental review area charge collected in conjunction with development. Interim financing will be provided through the City's Trunk Utility Fund and Stormwater Management Fund. The City is requesting a no interest loan from Metropolitan Council in the amount $75,000 to assist with the interim financing. We are also expecting a contribution from Anoka County as well as the Hardwood Creek developer. RECOMMENDATION From a planning perspective, the AUAR process is an excellent opportunity to evaluate cumulative development impacts. It is a very proactive approach to development, which provides the community with a better opportunity, to plan for development rather than react to it. • • City Council I -35E Corridor AUAR Study October 12, 2004 Staff is recommending approval of Resolution No. 04 -147 ATTACHMENTS 1. Resolution No. 04 -147 2. Project Area Map 3. Project Timeline WO LAAM ^ • • Rfazal Communications Project Initiation, Geographic Scope, Research, Inventory, Analysis, Mapping Define Development Scenarios Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) Project Coordination Protect Initiation Meetings AUAR Team & City Staff AUAR Team & Advisory Panel Determine Geographic Scope (AUAR.Boutidary) Research: 1. Natural Resource 5ysiems 2. Transportation System 3. Municipal Services 4. Cultural Resources 5. bond Use & Zoning 6. Demographics/MarketAnalysis Advisory Panel Workshop - Present Development Scenaub Aftelnokves - Select Pfefeeed Alternative City Counci Meeltrg - Select Development Scenadojs) - Order the Preparation of the AUAR Prepare Dart AUAR & Draft Mitigation Plan Advisory Panel Meeting • Review Draft AUAR & Draft Mitigation Plan City Council Meeting - Authorize Distribution of the Draft Document to Commenting Agencies Distillate Draft AUAR & Draft &litigation Plan to Commenting Agencies 30-day Draft AUAR Comment Period Retpond lo Substantive Clements on the Draft AUAR As necessary, Revise AUAR & Prepare Final Mitlgatton Plan Advisory Panel Meeting - Review Find Miligallon Plan &Any Charges to the AUAR Document City Councll Meeting - Review Find A/Station Plan &.Any Charges to the AUAR Document - Authorize Distribution of Final Document to Commentors Two-Week final AUAR & Mitigation Plan Review Period CRY Council Meeting - Adopt Final AUAR & Nfdlgiallpri Pkm WORK PROGRAM AND SCHEDULE SEPTEMBER 2004 City of Lino Lakes Northeast AUAR Scope of Services Staff/ Advisory Comment AUAR Team Panel CityCouutil Period DAHLGREN, SHARDLOW, & UBAN, INC. APPUED ECOLOGICAL SERVICES, INC, URS, CORP. TKDA, INC. THE 106 GROUP.LTD.