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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 1, 2014 Page 4 of 5 Community Development Director Klatt provided overview of the application. Staff recommended approval of the Zoning map amendment and PUD concept plan subject to the conditions as identified in the resolution. Council Member Bloyer asked about why a vote was required. Mr. Klatt explained that a Concept Plan is different from a sketch plan review. Mr. Bloyer asked about the city financial contribution that is being asked for. City Administrator Zuleger explained that the applicants have asked that the site be included in a TIF district. The situation regarding setbacks was discussed. City Attorney Snyder noted that Council can reserve the right to review any issues that they are uncomfortable with and still take action. Council Member Reeves pointed out that the resolution reserves authority regarding the setbacks so is probably sufficient as presented. Applicant Dan Regan spoke about his company and other similar developments he is undertaking. Mr. Regan described the development and the site. He stated that the proposal is a low intensity, two-phase development. They are proposing installing an 8 foot berm on the northern property line. Mr. Regan described his interactions with neighboring property owners. He has made efforts to satisfy adjoining property owners concerns. He stated that the future traffic study will address any traffic concerns. Estimate is $240,000 property taxes and about $240,000 in WACs and SACs. Mr. Reeves voiced his appreciation that the applicants have considered the berming and theming elements. Council Member Smith asked which other projects are included in TIF. Mr. Regan explained the various TIF projects he was aware of. He stated that many communities are competing for these businesses. MOTION: Council Member Reeves moved TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 08-106 APPROVING A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT TO CHANGE THE ZONING OF THE LAUNCH PROPERTIES PARCEL FROM RT TO BP. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0. MOTION: Mayor Pearson moved TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2014-23 APPROVING A PUD CONCEPT PLAN FOR A TWO-PHASE, 385,000 SQUARE FOOT LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT WITH CONDITIONS, RESERVING COUNCIL’S ABILITY TO CONTINUE TO REVIEW THE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AS THE APPLICATION PROCEEDS. Council Member Reeves seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0. NEW BUSINESS: ITEM 8: JOINT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ISD 916 City Administrator Zuleger provided an overview of the joint services agreement. Because the school is not a taxable property, the school will pay the City $31,500 for services and maintenance. The City looked at what it would spend in administration, public works, and public safety/policing in supporting the school to determine the number. Council Member Smith asked why this did not go through the finance committee. Mr. Zuleger stated that he is pleased that the Council wants to have the Finance Committee review these items. Ms. Smith asked about the weaknesses. Mr. Zuleger explained that being a school, the property is not taxable. MOTION: Council Member Nelson moved TO APPROVE A SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ISD 916 FOR $31,500 WITH A 1.02% ESCALATOR CLAUSE PER YEAR TO RUN THROUGH CALENDAR YEAR 2027. Council Member Reeves seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0. ITEM 9: APPROVE THE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT WITH THE STILLWATER SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MULTI-USE PARK AT OAKLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL