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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES <br /> DECEMBER 17, 2013 <br /> <br />Page 4 of 5 <br /> <br />being incorporated, including, but not limited to energy, meandering walks, coving, street and lot design, cul de sacs, set-backs, and home views. He believes that following developments will have to compete. <br />Mayor Pearson asked about street island maintenance. The HOA is responsible for maintenance. The <br />price range will be between $425-525K. Council Member Reeves said he appreciated the developer trying to exceed the minimums especially with the requirements to higher density. Council Member Smith noted <br />her being impressed with the proposal. Council Members Bloyer and Nelson are both supportive of the <br />proposal. Mr. Pruban noted his formal comments and objections to the required conditions of approval. <br />MOTION: Council Member Nelson moved TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2013-109, APPROVING <br />THE BOULDER PONDS PUD CONCEPT PLAN. Council Member Smith seconded the motion. <br />MOTION PASSES 5-0. <br />ITEM 15: RECEIVE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT ANNUAL REPORT <br />Planning Director Klatt gave overview of the Community Development Department Annual Report. It is <br />a yearly summary of major projects. He highlighted the key activities and projects that the Planners and Planning Commission have dealt with in the last year. It was noted that the Planning Commission had 14 <br />different commissioners over the last year. <br />NO FORMAL ACTION REQUESTED <br />ITEM 16: 2014 PLAN OF WORK <br />City Administrator Zuleger introduced the 2014 City Plan of Work. Mr. Zuleger highlighted some of the goals and objectives. The 2014 Parks Commission Plan of Work was also explained. <br />Council Member Nelson asked about land use planning and adoption of form-based codes. Planning <br />Director Klatt explained that the next step is to develop some and see if they meet Council objectives. Placing the future sewer pipe under the railroad strategy and utility creation are both included in 2014. <br />Mayor Pearson wants to add: Establish TIF district if economically feasible; collaborate fire service with <br />communities; and building plan inspections for fire. Council Member Reeves asked about adding a few Human Resources Committee goals. It was decided that the revised Plan of Work would be brought back <br />in January. <br />ITEM 17: SPECIAL ASSESSMENT POLICY REVISIONS; RES. NO. 2013-110 <br />City Engineer Griffin explained the current and proposed minor policy changes. Changes to collector <br />roadway access management, large lots, and the duration of assessment terms were included and <br />explained. Mayor Pearson asked for public comment. There was none. <br />MOTION: Council Member Smith moved TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2013-110, ADOPTING MINOR REVISIONS TO THE CITY OF LAKE ELMO SPECIAL ASSESSMENT POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS. Council Member Reeves seconded the motion. <br />MOTION PASSES 5-0. <br />SUMMARY REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS <br />City Administrator Zuleger: been busy cleaning up year-end issues; 2014 bonding; obtaining Lake <br />Elmo Ave watermain agreements; determining access to Engstrom site. It was noted that the developer may bring sewer pipe up to Gonyea site; meeting with Washington County on highway 5/Manning <br />realignment; working with Alyssa on Source Q4 edition. City Attorney Snyder: no report. Planning Director Klatt: reported Planning Commission will be considering the proposals for <br />developments on Lake Elmo Ave in early 2014; staff received a revised and amendment to preliminary <br />plat from Lennar;