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Home My WebLink About04-01-08 CCMPCity of Lake Elmo 3800 Laverne Avenue North 7 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA April 1, 2008 A. CALL TO ORDER B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: C. ATTENDANCE: Johnston, DeLapp, Johnson, Park, Smith D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: (The approved agenda is the order in which the City Council will do its business.) E. ORDER OF BUSINESS: (This is the way that the city council runs its meetings so everyone attending the meeting or watching the meeting understands how the city council does its public business.) F. GROUND RULE: (These are the rules of behavior that the city council adopted for doing its public business.) G. APPROVE MINUTES: 1. Consider approval of March 18, 2008 minutes H. PUBLIC COMMENTS/INQUIRIES• In order to be sure that anyone wishing to speak to the city council is treated the same way, meeting attendees wishing to address the city council on any items NOT on the regular agenda may speak for up to three minutes. I. CONSENT AGENDA: Items are placed on the consent agenda by city staff and the Mayor because they are not anticipated to generate discussion. Items may be removed at City Council's request. 2. Approve Resolution no. 2008-016 payments of claims. 3. Consider septic system variance for Eason, 7934 Hill Trail N.; Resolution 2008-017 J. REGULAR AGENDA: 4. Consider and select the development scenarios for the Village AUAR and order the AUAR; Resolution No. 2008-018 5. Consider a resolution of support for HF3997 and SF 3703 concerning solid waste landfill being sited in high risk areas; Resolution No. 2008-019 K. REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: (These are verbal updates and do not have to be formally added to the agenda.) • Mayor and Council Members • Administrator L. ADJOURN City of Lake Elmo City Council Meeting Minutes March 18, 2008 Mayor Johnston called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. PRESENT: Mayor Johnston, Council Members DeLapp, Johnson, Park Also Present: City Administrator IIoyt, Finance Director Bouthilet, City Attorney Filla, City Engineer Griffin, Planning Director Klatt and City Clerk Lumby APPROVAL OF AGENDA: MOTION: Council Member Johnson moved approval of the March 18, 2008 agenda as presented. Council Member Park seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. ORDER OF BUSINESS: APPROVE MINU 1 ES: The minutes of March 4, 2008 were approved by consensus. PUBLIC COMMENTS/INQUIRIES: Pete Groth, 115 Myrtle St., Stillwater, read the newspaper article of the proposed Village plan and suggested the new homes in the Village be built in a cloverleaf style, hooked onto a central septic system and encourage passive solar. Ann Bucheck, 2301 Legion Avenue, reported that over 70 people had submitted forms to the City Council on the development scenarios. She read the statement on the form: 1) the AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units; 2) Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities; 3) Please refresh yourselves on the guiding principles for development of the Old Village area; 4) please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the developers; 5) change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10a' Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. CONSENT AGENDA: MOTION: Council Member Johnson moved to approve the Items 2, 3, and 5 of the consent agenda as presented. Council Member Park seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. • Approve Resolution No. 2008-014 approving disbursements in the amount of $182,709.65 LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 18, 2008 1 • Approve Resolution No. 2008-015 granting permission to the Lake Elmo Jaycees to conduct charitable gambling in the City. • Schedule the consideration of the Village AUAR development scenarios for the April 1st City Council meeting as directed at 3-11-08 workshop Appoint Brenda Anderson. First Alternate to the Planning Commission to fill out Deb Lyzenga's term (expires 12/31/08) due to her resignation Council Member DeLapp recognized Deb Lyzenga for her exceptional service to the City by serving on the Planning Commission. MOTION: Council Member DeLapp moved to approve the appointment of Brenda Anderson, First Alternate to the Planning Commission to fill out Deb Lyzenga's term (expires 12/31/08) due to Deb Lyzenga's resignation. Council Member Johnson seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. REGULAR AGENDA: Authorization of computer hardware and software license` purchases and annroval of ioint powers agreement for the City of Roseville extension of MIS services and support to the City of Lake Elmo Project Assistant, Carol Kriegler, asked the Council to authorize the purchase of 14 desktop and 3 laptop computers which will allow for the replacement of all City computers. The recommendation was based upon a competitive process for proposals for providing hardware, software, installation and maintenance services. In addition, the council was asked to authorize the purchase of several software application licenses and to approve a Joint Powers Agreement for the City of Roseville Extension of MIS Services and Support so the city can join this public network. The budgeted funding sourced for the IT hardware and software is part of the 2004A capital bonds for the capital items and the service and maintenance are budgeted in the 2008 general fund. MOTION: Councilmember Johnson moved to approve: 1) authorization of expenditures in the amount not to exceed $22, 000 for items related to computer hardware purchases out of the 2008 CIP and to amend the 2009 CIP to $25, 000 for IT hardware needs in 2008. Council Member DeLapp seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 2) expenditures in the amount not to exceed $16, 000 for software application licenses and amend the 2008 CIP to $18, 000 for IT software needs in 2008. Council Member DeLapp seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 18, 2008 2 3) the Joint Powers Agreement for the City of Roseville Extension of MIS Services and Support to the City of Lake Elmo to allow for shared and approve the expenditure of the associated cost in the amount of $16,570.00 for installation, maintenance and service from the general fund operating budget. Council Member DeLapp seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Consider approval of the Lake Elmo Comprehensive Park Plan City Administrator Hoyt explained the proposed Comprehensive Park Plan was revised based on comments received from the council on February 19, 2008. The Park Commission and the Planning Commission approved this plan earlier this year. Council Member DeLapp submitted a statement that he believed added clarity and context to the Plan that he wanted inserted as an appendix to the plan. DeLapp also provided some additional technical changes for the staff to consider in finalizing the plan. MOTION: Council Member Johnson moved to approve the Comprehensive Park Plan with the proposed change to accept Council Member DeLapp's statement added as an appendix and staff to review the technical enhancements if they fit into the plan which were submitted by Council member DeLapp. Council Member Park seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: Administrator Hoyt announced that the rules of order will be brought back to the council after the April 8th parliamentary procedure workshop. Mayor Johnston adjourned the meeting at 8:03 p.m. LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 18, 2008 3 City Council Date: 04/01/08 CONSENT Item: 2 Resolution 2008-016 ITEM: Approve resolution No. 2008-016 approving disbursements in the amount of $65,279.09. SUBMITTED BY: Torn Bouthilet, Finance Director REVIEWED BY: Susan Hoyt, City Administrator SUMMARY AND ACTION REQUESTED: The City Council is being asked to approve disbursements in the amount of $65,279.09 CITY OF LAKE ELMO WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 2008-016 RESOLUTION APPROVING CLAIMS BE IT RESOLVED THAT Claim Numbers 452, 453, DD1608 through DD1618, 32361 through 322371, were used for Staff Payroll dated March 27, 2008; 32372 through 32409 were used for Accounts Payable, in the total amount of $65,279.09 are hereby approved. ADOPTED, by the Lake Elmo City Council on the First day of April, 2008. Dean Johnston Mayor ATTEST: Susan Hoyt City Administrator Accounts Payable To Be Paid Proof List User: aDMINISTRATOR Printed: 03/28/2008 - 11:26 AM Batch: 005-03-2008 Invoice # Inv Date SP IN Amount Quantity Pmt Date Description Reference ACS Animal Control Services 81 03/21/2008 31.41 0.00 04/01/2008 Animal Control Services 3/10 - 3/23 101-420-2700-43150 Contract Services 81 Total: 31.41 ACS Total: 31.41 AMLEGAL American Legal Publishing Corp 63188 03/13/2008 101-410-1320-43510 Legal Publishing 63188 Total: AMLEGAL Total: 250.00 0.00 04/01/2008 Annual Internet Renewal for Code 250.00 250.00 Task Type PO # Close POLine # No 0000 No 0000 ARAM Aramark 629-6447770 03/12/2008 358.23 0.00 04/01/2008 Uniform Start -Up - Public Works - No 0000 101-430-3100-44170 Uniforms 629-6447770 Total: 358.23 629-6450661 03/17/2008 57.98 0.00 04/01/2008 Linen -City Hall - No 0000 101-410-1940-44010 Repairs/Maint Contractual Bldg 629-6450661 Total: 57.98 629-6452552 03/19/2008 15.00 0.00 04/01/2008 Mats -Public Works No 0000 101-430-3100-44010 Repairs/Maint Contractual Bldg 629-6452552 Total: 15.00 629-6452553 03/19/2008 32.25 0.00 04/01/2008 Uniforms - Public Works No 0000 101-430-3100-44170 Uniforms 629-6452553 Total: 32.25 ARAM Total: 463.46 BIFFS Biffs Inc. W348042 03/12/2008 77.26 0.00 04/01/2008 Portable Restrooms - Sunfish Lake Park - No 0000 101-450-5200-44120 Rentals - Buildings W348042 Total: 77.26 AP - To Be Paid Proof List (03/28/08 - 11:26 AM) Page 1 Invoice # Inv Date Amount Quantity Pint Date Description Reference Task Type PO # Close POLint W348043 03/12/2008 188.94 0.00 04/01/2008 Portable Restrooms - Lions Park - No 0000 101-450-5200-44120 Rentals - Buildings W348043 Total: 188.94 BIFFS Total: 266.20 CARQUEST Car Quest Auto Parts 2055-113514 03/10/2008 95.69 0.00 04/01/2008 Sanding Dins & Batteries Opener - PW 101-430-3100-42150 Shop Materials 2055-113514 03/10/2008 20.83 0.00 04/01/2008 Fuel Filter - Public Works 101-430-3100-42210 Equipment Parts 2055-113514 Total: 116.52 2055-113764 03/12/2008 61.26 0.00 04/01/2008 Anti -Freeze -Stop Leak - Public Works - 101-430-3100-42150 Shop Materials 2055-113764 Total: 61.26 CARQUEST Total: 177.78 No 0000 No 0000 No 0000 CENTPOW Century Power Equipment 407568 03/12/2008 70.50 0.00 04/01/2008 Chain Saw Wrenches & Parts - 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Public W- No 0000 101-430-3100-44010 Repairs/Maint Contractual Bldg 9754 Total: 195.00 HASS Total: 195.00 Kremer Kremer Spring Inc. 27379 03/13/2008 200.71 0.00 04/01/2008 Spring Repairs Truck - Public Works - No 0000 101-430-3100-44040 Repairs/Maint Contactual Eqpt 27379 Total: 200.71 Kremer Total: 200.71 LMCIT Cities Insurance Trust League of M Claim 11061046 03/27/2008 101-410-1320-43610 Insurance Claim 11061046 Total: LMCIT Total: 500.00 0.00 04/01/2008 Insurance Claim Deductible 500.00 500.00 No 0000 MAMA Manager Asociation Metropolitan Ar 02/04/2008 40.00 0.00 04/01/2008 Annaul Membership Dues - No 0000 101-410-1110-44370 Conferences & Training Total: 40.00 MAMA Total: 40.00 MATCO Mateo Tools 199211 03/06/2008 29.07 0.00 04/01/2008 Fuse Tester - Public Works - No 0000 101-430-3100-42400 Small Tools & Minor Equipment 199211 Total: 29.07 AP - To Be Paid Proof List (03/28/08 - 11:26 AM) Page 3 Invoice # Inv Date Amount Quantity Prot Date Description Reference Task Type PO # Close POLine 199723 03/20/2008 627.77 0.00 04/01/2008 Tools - Public Works No 0000 101-430-3100-42400 Small Tools & Minor Equipment 199723 Total: 627.77 MATCO Total: 656.84 MENARDSO Menards - Oakdale 27905 03/14/2008 6.86 0.00 04/01/2008 Hose Fittings -Surface Water No 0000 603-496-9500-42400 Small Tools & Minor Equipment 27905 Total: 6.86 29215 03/20/2005 55.01 0.00 04/01/2008 Plug Ends for Truck Cord - Fire No 0000 101-420-2220-42400 Small Tools & Equipment 29215 Total: 55.01 MENARDSO Total: 61.87 MENARDST Menards - Stillwater 10444 03/19/2008 50.28 0.00 04/01/2008 Plug Ends for Truck & Tools - Fire - No 0000 101-420-2220-42400 Small Tools & Equipment 10444 Total: 50.28 MENARDST Total: 50.28 MFRA MFRA 61277 03/01/2008 2,504.37 0.00 04/01/2008 Planning Services - No 0000 101-410-1910-43150 Contract Services 61277 Total: 2,504.37 MFRA Total: 2,504.37 MUNICI-P Munici-Pals 03/25/2008 25.00 0.00 04/01/2008 Annual Dues - No 0000 101-410-1320-44330 Dues & Subscriptions Total: 25.00 MUNICI-P Total: 25.00 NATREPRO National Reprographics, LLC 53528 03/18/2008 186.38 0.00 04/01/2008 Park Plan Copies - No 0000 101-410-1910-42000 Office Supplies 53528 Total: 186.38 NATREPRO Total: 186.38 AP - To Be Paid Proof List (03/28/08 - 11:26 AM) Page 4 Invoice # Inv Date Amount Quantity Pmt Date Description Reference Task Type PO # Close POLine NORCHEM Northland Chemical Corp. 5011069 03/12/2008 31.86 0.00 04/01/2008 Brake Wash No 0000 101-430-3100-42150 Shop Materials 5011069 Total: 31.86 NORCHEM Total: 31.86 NORTHTOO HSBC Business Solutions 0561036366 03/10/2008 10.63 0.00 04/01/2008 Hose Fittings - Surface Water - No 0000 603-496-9500-42400 Small Tools & Minor Equipment 0561036366 Total: 10.63 17256319 12/13/2007 400.61 0.00 04/01/2008 Snow Blower - City Hall - No 0000 101-410-1940-44010 Repairs/Maint Contractual Bldg 17256319 Total: 400.61 563012129 03/14/2008 95.84 0.00 04/01/2008 PSI Hose Surface Water - No 0000 603-496-9500-42270 Utility System Maint Supplies 563012129 Total: 95.84 NORTHT00 Total: 507.08 OFFMACH Office Machine Sales & Service 46130-0 03/11/2008 1,485.68 0.00 04/01/2008 19 Office Chairs -City Hall Annex - No 0000 101-410-1940-44300 Miscellaneous 46130-0 Total: 1,485.68 OFFMACH Total: 1,485.68 PETERSO Peterson Fram & Bergman 11135M 02/29/2008 2,824.79 0.00 04/01/2008 Legal Services _Admin No 0000 101-410-1610-43040 Legal Services 11135M 02/29/2008 67.50 0.00 04/01/2008 Legal Services -Planning No 0000 101-410-1910-43040 Legal Services 11135M Total: 2,892.29 11140M 02/29/2008 5,331.13 0.00 04/01/2008 Legal Services -Criminal - No 0000 101-410-1610-43045 Civil Attorney Criminal 11140M Total: 5,331.13 11145M 02/29/2008 33.00 0.00 '04/01/2008 Legal Services -Water No 0000 601-494-9400-44300 Miscellaneous 11145M Total: 33.00 11150M 02/29/2008 288.00 0.00 04/01/2008 Legal Services -Planning - No 0000 101-410-1910-43040 Legal Services 11150M Total: 288.00 11155M 02/29/2008 364.50 0.00 04/01/2008 Legal Services -Civil - No 0000 101-410-1610-43040 Legal Services 11155M 02/29/2008 54.00 0.00 04/01/2008 Legal Services -Water - No 0000 601-494-9400-44300 Miscellaneous AP - To Be Paid Proof List (03/28/08 - 11:26 AM) Page 5 Invoice # Inv Date Amount Quantity Pint Date Description Reference Task Type PO # Close POLin, I1155M Total: PETERSO Total: PITNEY Pitney Bowes 2817997-MR08 03/13/2008 101-410-1940-44010 Repairs/Maint Contractual Bldg 2817997-MR08 Total: PITNEY Total: 418.50 8,962.92 693.00 0.00 04/01/2008 Quarter Maint. & Rental - Postage Machin - 693.00 693.00 No 0000 PRESS Press Steven 03/25/2008 28.64 0.00 04/01/2008 Duplicate Meeting Tapes - No 0000 101-410-1320-43620 Cable Operation Expense Total: 28.64 3/18/08 03/25/2008 57.28 0.00 04/01/2008 Cable Operator - Council - No 0000 101-410-1320-43620 Cable Operation Expense 3/18/08 Total: 57.28 3/24/08 03/25/2008 57.28 0.00 04/01/2008 Cable Operator - Planning Comm. - No 0000 101-410-1910-43620 Cable Operation Expense 3/24/08 Total: 57.28 PRESS Total: 143.20 Propane Propane Products 6825 03/07/2008 128.15 0.00 04/01/2008 Generator Engine Heater - No 0000 101-430-3100-42230 Building Repair Supplies 6825 Total: 128.15 Propane Total: 128.15 RUD Prince-Rud Diane 3/17 - 3/26 03/27/2008 240.00 0.00 04/01/2008 Cleaning Services - City Hall - No 0000 101-410-1940-44010 Repairs/Maint Contractual Bldg 3/17 - 3/26 03/27/2008 240.00 0.00 04/01/2008 Cleaning Services - Fire Station - No 0000 101-420-2220-44010 Repairs/Maint Contractual Bldg 3/17 - 3/26 Total: 480.00 RUD Total: 480.00 S&T S&T Office Products, Inc. 01ML1384 03/17/2008 3.57 0.00 04/01/2008 Office Supplies - Bldg Dept. No 0000 101-420-2400-42000 Office Supplies 01ML1384 03/17/2008 61.73 0.00 04/01/2008 Office Supplies - Fire Dept. - No 0000 101-420-2220-42000 Office Supplies 01ML1384 Total: 65.30 AP - To Be Paid Proof List (03/28/08 - 11:26 AM) Page 6 Invoice # Inv Date S&T Total: Amount Quantity Pmt Date Description Reference Task Type PO # Close POLine 65.30 SAMSCLUB Sam's Club 5508 03/28/2008 221.99 0.00 04/01/2008 AUAR Open House Meeting - No 0000 101-410-1910-44300 Miscellaneous 5508 Total: 221.99 SAMSCLUB Total: 221.99 Sherm Sherman Robert 03/14/2008 43.17 0.00 04/01/2008 Plug Ends & Tools - No 0000 101-420-2220-42400 Small Tools & Equipment Total: 43.17 Sherm Total: 43.17 SPRINT Sprint 0526076028-3 03/15/2008 49.24 0.00 04/01/2008 Wireless Card for Laptop - Fire - No 0000 101-420-2220-43210 Telephone 0526076028-3 Total: 49.24 SPRINT Total: 49.24 SSSPEC S & S Specialists 17972 03/05/2008 825.38 0.00 04/01/2008 Tree Removal No 0000 101-430-3100-43150 Contract Services 17972 Total: 825.38 SSSPEC Total: 825.38 TASCH T.A. Schifsky & Sons 43940 03/17/2008 485.27 0.00 04/01/2008 Winter Asphalt - No 0000 101-430-3100-42240 Street Maintenance Materials 43940 Total: 485.27 TASCH Total: 485.27 TDS IDS METROCOM - MN 651-779-8882 03/13/2008 136.30 0.00 04/01/2008 Analog Telephone Lines - Fire - No 0000 101-420-2220-43210 Telephone 651-779-8882 03/13/2008 23.49 0.00 04/01/2008 Analog Telephone Lines - Public Works No 0000 101-430-3100-43210 Telephone 651-779-8882 03/13/2008 102.42 0.00 04/01/2008 Analog Telephone Lines - Lift Stations No 0000 602-495-9450-3210 Telephone 651-779-8882 Total: 262.21 AP - To Be Paid Proof List (03/28/08 - 11:26 AM) Page 7 Invoice # Inv Date Amount Quantity Pint Date Description Reference Task Type PO # Close POLin. TDS Total: 262.21 TRI-P TRI STATE PUMP & CONTROL INC. 27591 03/03/2008 270.00 0.00 04/01/2008 Emergency Service to 94 Lift Station No 0000 602-495-9450-44030 Repairs\Maint Imp Not Bldgs 27591 Total: 270.00 TRI-P Total: 270.00 WASH-REC Washington County 59818 03/25/2008 965.00 0.00 04/01/2008 2008 Special Assessment Billing - No 0000 101-410-1520-44300 Miscellaneous 59818 Total: 965.00 WASH-REC Total: 965.00 Report Total: 24,478.49 AP - To Be Paid Proof List (03/28/08 - 11:26 AM) Page 8 City Council Date: 4/1/08 Consent Resolutions. 2008-17 Item: 2 ITEM: Consider an application from Phil and Michele Eason for a side yard setback and structure setback variance to permit the construction of a new on -site septic system at 7934 Hill Trail North — R1 zoning — PID 05-29-21- 44-0028. SUBMITTED BY: Kyle Klatt, Planning Director REVIEWED BY: Susan Hoyt, City Administrator Planning Commission SUMMARY AND ACTION REQUESTED The City Council is being asked to consider a request from Phil and Michele Eason to construct a new on -site septic system at 7934 Hill Trail North with the following setbacks: • 15 feet from a primary structure • 2 feet from a side property line • 6 feet from another side property line - The variances noted above have been requested because the existing system is failing and there are no other suitable locations on the lot to construct a new system. Any other location would place a new drain field much closer to Lake Demotreville and in a location that is inappropriate based on soil conditions and other factors. For variance applications, the burden is on the applicant to demonstrate why this situation is unique and necessitates flexibility to code requirements. To make this case, a variance can only be granted by the city when strict enforcement of the code would cause undue hardship on a property owner. "Hardship" is broken down into the following three components: a. The proposed use of the property and associated structures in question cannot be established under the conditions allowed by the city's zoning regulations and no other reasonable alternative use exists; b. The plight of the landowner is due to the physical conditions unique to the land, structure, or building involved and are not applicable to other lands, structures, or buildings in the same zoning district; and c. The unique conditions of the site were not caused or accepted by the landowner after the effective date of the city's zoning regulations. In reviewing the request against the three criteria listed above, staff determined all criteria were met as a septic system would be necessary to utilize the home on the site and the current property owner did not create the nonconformities. The request was also deemed to be reasonable as the addition of the septic system would have no impact on adjacent properties. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: • The DNR does not have any concerns with the application as submitted. • Staff has expressed some concern that a retaining wall that is depicted on the certificate of survey could interfere with the installation of a new septic system. Since this wall is located in only a small fraction of the proposed drain field's total area, this issue may be addressed as a condition of approval. • The City Engineer submitted a review letter prior to the Planning Commission meeting. The letter contains comments that should be incorporated as part of the approval for this project. Some of the concerns concerning the mapping and general information have been addressed already since the Planning Department does have this information on file. PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing regarding this request at its March 24, 2008 meeting. During the hearing the applicant explained that the only portion of the site that is located outside of any required septic system setbacks is where a driveway has been in use for many years. No other persons spoke at the hearing. RECOMMENDATION: Approval is recommended as follows because the request meets the requirements for granting a variance and has been recommended for approval by the Planning Commission: 1. It is recommended hat the City Council approve the side yard setback and principal structure setback variance request by Phil and Michele Eason to construct a new on -site septic system at 7934 Hill Trail North based on the following: a. That the proposed use of the property and associated structures in question cannot be established under the conditions allowed by the city's zoning regulations and no other reasonable alternative use exists; b. That the plight of the landowner is due to the physical conditions unique to the land, structure, or building involved and are not applicable to other lands, structures, or buildings in the same zoning district; and c. That the unique conditions of the site were not caused or accepted by the landowner after the effective date of the city's zoning regulations. With the following conditions: a) The extreme southwestern portion of the drain field shall be adjusted to accommodate the location of a retaining wall as depicted on the submitted site plan and certificate of survey if it Interferes with the installation and function of the septic system. b) The installation of the septic system shall address all applicable comments from the City Engineer in a review letter to the City dated March 21, 2008 SUGGESTED MOTION FOR CONSIDERATION: Motion: Motion to approve Resolution No. 2008-17 granting a variance to allow the placement of a new septic site in a nonconforming location for the home at 7934 Hill Trail North with conditions. ORDER OF BUSINESS: Introduction Susan Hoyt, City Administrator - Report by staff Kyle Klatt, Planning Director - Questions from the Council Mayor & Council Members Questions/Comments from the applicant Mayor facilitates Questions/Comments from the public Mayor facilitates - Call for a Motion (required for further discussion; does not imply approval of the motion Mayor facilitates - Discussion Mayor facilitates - Action on motion Council ATTACHMENTS (13): 1. Resolution No. 2008-17 2. Staff Report 3. Area Map 4. Application Form 5. Legal Description 6. Applicant's Narrative(2 pages) 7. Letter from Adjacent Property Owner 8. Certificate of Survey 9. Survey with Septic System Location 10. Aerial Photograph 11. Comments From: City Engineer, Acting Building Official 12. Percolation Report (Dated 8-18-16) CITY OF LAKE ELMO WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 2008-17 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A VARIANCE TO CONSTRUCT A SEPTIC SYSTEM THAT ENCROACHES INTO A REQUIRED SETBACK FROM PRINCIPAL STRUCTURE AND SIDE PROPERTY LINE WHEREAS, the City of Lake Elmo is a municipal corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Minnesota; and WHEREAS, Phil and Michele Eason, 7934 Hill Trail North (the "Applicant"), has submitted an application to the City of Lake Elmo (the "City") for a Variance to construct a new septic system that encroaches into the required setback from a principal structure and required side yard setback from a property line, a copy of which is on file with the City; and WHEREAS, notice has been published, mailed and posted pursuant to the Lake Elmo Zoning Ordinance, Section 154.017; and WHEREAS, the Lake Elmo Planning Commission held a public hearing on said matter on March 2, 2008; and WHEREAS, the Lake Elmo Planning Commission has submitted its report and recommendation to the City Council as part of a Staff Memorandum dated April 1, 2008; and WHEREAS, the City Council considered said matter at its April 1, 2008 meeting. NOW, THEREFORE, based on the testimony elicited and information received, the Board of Adjustment makes the following: FINDINGS 1) That the procedures for obtaining said Variance are found in the Lake Elmo Zoning Ordinance, Section 154.017. 2) That all the submission requirements of said 154.017 have been met by the Applicant. 3) That the proposed Variance is to construct a new septic system that encroaches into the required setback from a principal structure and required side yard setback from a property b) The installation of the septic system shall address all applicable comments from the City Engineer in a review letter to the City dated March 21, 2008. 2. The City may revoke a Variance if any conditions established by the City Council as part of granting the Variance request are violated. Passed and duly adopted this ls` day of April 2008 by the City Council of the City of Lake Elmo, Minnesota. Dean A. Johnston, Mayor ATTEST: Susan Hoyt, City Administrator City of Lake Elmo Planning Department Variance Review To: City Council From: Kyle Klatt, Director of Planning Meeting Date: 4-1-08 Applicant: Phil and Michele Eason Location: 7934 Hill Trail North Current Zoning: RI — One Family Residential Introductory Information Request: The applicant is seeking approval of a variance to allow the placement of a new septic site in a nonconforming location for the home at 7934 Hill Trail North. Specifically, the replacement septic system will be set back two feet from the southern (side) property line, six feet from the western (side) property line and 15 feet from the primary residential structure on the site. The City Code requires a new septic system to be set back a minimum of 20 feet from a building and 10 feet from any property lines. Background: The applicants have provided a description of their request for a variance as a part of the application materials submitted to the City. The house at 7934 Hill Trail North was built in 1976 (according to the permit on file) and the septic field was redone in 1984. This system is beginning to fail and will require replacement to comply with current design requirements for a new drain field. The site under consideration is located within Lane's Demontrville County Club Addition along Hill Trail North. It is an odd -shaped parcel with five distinct property sides and frontage along Lake Demontreville. For the purposes of determining the required setbacks on the parcel, the Zoning Ordinance defines the border along the public street as the front property line, the border with the Lake as the rear property line (opposite the front) and all others as side property lines. The other lot feature of importance on this site is the Ordinary High Water Level (OHWL), which is depicted on the attached site plan at an elevation of 928.5. The City's regulatory OHWL is actually 929.3, which in this case should not have an impact on the applicant's plans since the site survey shows that the drain field will be located well beyond the required 75-foot setback. The applicant house is located in the far western portion of the property, with approximately 40 to 50 feet between the structure and the Ordinary High Water Level. Variance Review; Eason Stag ReporI; 4-1-08 Page 2 A fairly significant portion of the platted lot lies below the OHWL, which along with the other improvements to the site, greatly restricts the suitable locations for a septic system on the property. Applicable Section 51.002 Individual and Community Waster Water Treatment Systems Codes: Adopts Minnesota Rules Chapter 7080 by reference with exceptions. The Rules contain the design requirements and setbacks for Individual Sewage Treatment Systems. Section 150.255 Shoreland District. Subd 4. Placement. Desien and Heieht of Structures States that on -site sewage systems must be setback a minimum of 75 feet from the OHW of recreational Development classified lakes, Findings & General Site Overview Site Data: Existing Zoning — R-1 (One Family Residential) Land Use Guidance — NC (Neighborhood Conservation District) Parcel size — 0.65 acres (using provided shoreline information) Property Identification Number (PID): 05-29-21-44-0028 Application Review: Applicable Code Definitions: HARDSHIP. The proposed use of the property and associated structures in question cannot be established under the conditions allowed by the city's zoning regulations and no other reasonable alternative use exists; that the plight of the landowner is due to the physical conditions unique to the land, structure, or building involved and are not applicable to other lands, structures, or buildings in the same zoning district; and that these unique conditions of the site were not caused or accepted by the landowner after the effective date of the city's zoning regulations. INDIVIDUAL SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEM. A septic tank, seepage tile sewage disposal system, or other sewage treatment device. INDIVIDUAL SEWAGE TREATMENT SYSTEM. An on -site sewage treatment system connecting to a single dwelling or other establishment, consisting of soil treatment unit, septic tank, and any associated pumping and piping systems. SEPTIC TANK. A sound, durable, watertight sewage tank designed and constructed to receive the discharge of sewage from a building sewer, separate solids from liquids, digest organic matter, and store liquids through a period of detention. STANDARD SYSTEM. An individual sewage treatment system employing a S. ILand Usell'urianees17939 Hill The N - Eason\Rep CC Eason Septic Variance 4-I-O8.doc Variance Review; Eason StglfReport; 4-1-08 Variance Review: Page 3 building sewer, sewage tank, and the soil treatment system commonly known as a dram field or leach field. VARIANCE. A modification of a specific permitted development standard required to allow an alternative development standard not stated as acceptable in the official control, but only as applied to a particular property for the purpose of alleviating a hardship as defined in Section 300.06, Subd. 3. Economic considerations along shall not constitute a hardship. [sic] With a failing septic system, the applicants have few options other than to replace the existing system with a new one. Given the non -conforming size of their parcel and the fact that this is a lake frontage lot, there are few suitable sites on the property that could be utilized for a replacement system. A review of the City's variance criteria follows, focusing on the information submitted by the applicants. By code, a variance can only be granted where the city finds the request can successfully address the three criteria as outlined below for the septic system. 1. The proposed use of the property and associated structures in question cannot be established under the conditions allowed by the city's zoning regulations and no other reasonable alternative use exists; The design and location of the septic system was established by a professional septic system design company. Their review identified the proposed location as the only viable location for the system on this site given the location of the house and its close proximity to Lalce Demontreville. All other locations would place the septic system closer to the Lake or in conflict with other improvements on the lot. The City's building inspector, who is a certified septic inspector, has reviewed the site and concurs with this finding. As such, staff finds the request is reasonable given that wastewater management must be provided for the home. This criteria is met. 2. The plight of the landowner is due to the physical conditions unique to the land, structure, or building involved and are not applicable to other lands, structures, or buildings in the same zoning district; The applicants' site us unique for a number of reasons, including its odd shape, the placement of the primary structure at the far western edge of the parcel, the close proximity of Lake Demontreville to the improvements on the site, and the relatively small size of this parcel compared to surrounding lots. This criteria is met. 3. The unique conditions of the site were not caused or accepted by the landowner after the effective date of the city's zoning regulations. The physical layout of the platted lot and the topography on the lot were not created by the landowner. The current septic design was compliant for a system designed nearly 40 years ago; current standards would not allow for the construction of a new system without the requested variances. Staff finds this criteria is also satisfied. 5: k/ and (Ise\Variances17934 Hill 7)1 N - EasonMRep CC Eason ,Septic Variance 4-1-O8.doc Variance Review; Eason Siu/TReport; 4-1-08 Variance Conclusions: Page 4 Based on our analysis of the review criteria in City Code, staff recommends approval of the septic variance request for 7934 Hill Trail North. Resident The property owner that borders the applicants' property to the south and west (who Concerns: would be the closest to the proposed drain field) has submitted a letter stating her willingness to grant an easement to allow the septic system to be built to the edge of her property. Please note that the granting of an easement does not change the need for side yard setback variances since an easement would not change the location of the property lines. Additional • The Department of Natural Resources has provided a statement that it does not have Information: any comments concerning the proposed variance. Staff has not received any correspondence from the Valley Branch Watershed District. • Staff has expressed some concern that a retaining wall that is depicted on the certificate of survey could interfere with the installation of a new septic system. Since this wall is located in only a small fraction of the proposed drain field's total area, this issue may be addressed as a condition of approval. • The City Engineer has submitted a review with comments that should be incorporated into the final action by the City. Conclusion The applicant is seeking approval of a 5-foot variance from the required 20-foot setback from a principal structure in addition to an 8-foot and 4-foot variance from the required 10-foot side property line setback to allow the placement of a septic system in a nonconforming location. Commission The Planning Commission must examined the proposed variance to determine whether Options: it meets all conditions of approval outlined by city code. The Planning Commission considered the following options: A) Recommend that the Council approve the requested variance based on the applicants' submission and findings of fact. B) Recommend that the Council deny the requested variance based on the applicants' submission and findings of fact. C) Table the request and ask for additional information. The deadline for a Council decision on this item is April 29, 2008 which can be extended an additional 60-day if needed. Shand Usell'ariaeces17934 i/i!/ Tr•l N - Ea,sonl)ep C(' Eason Septic 1'ariwwe 4-/-0R.doc Variance Review; EasOl S(eRepot; 4-1-08 Recommended Action: Denial Motion Template: Approval Motion Template (as recommended by staff): Page 5 Staff recommended option A: Approval of the requested variance with the following conditions: 1. The extreme southwestern portion of the drain field shall be adjusted to accommodate the location of a retaining wall as depicted on the submitted site plan and certificate of survey if it interferes with the installation and function of the septic system. 2. The installation of the septic system shall address all applicable comments from the City Engineer in a review letter to the City dated March 21, 2008. To deny the requested variances, you may use the following motion as a guide: Move to recommend denial of the variance application for 7934 Hill Trail North based on the following findings: (cite your own findings) To approve the requested variances as recommended by staff, you may use the following motion as a guide: Move to recommend approval of the variances for the septic system as outlined in the staff report for 7934 Hill Trail North based on the findings listed in the staff report and as articulated tonight, subject to the conditions recommended by staff. (use staffs findings provided above or cite your own) Conditions: 1. The extreme southwestern portion of the drain field shall be adjusted to accommodate the location of a retaining wall as depicted on the submitted site plan and certificate of survey if it interferes with the installation and function of the septic system. 2. The installation of the septic system shall address all applicable comments from the City Engineer in a review letter to the City dated March 21, 2008. cc: Phil and Michele Eason, 7934 Hill Trail North S: ILmid Use\Varlmwesl7934 Hill 74 N - b«s•o,iVtep CC Eason Septic Variance 4-1-08 doc r 1614 0.78 1 40002) 1.66 J0004) 333.44 2 f 11) Location Map 40001) 0 e0 0 33 40022) 732 �,,, 4t5 \ DOC 30947 ,{o03g) 414 738 409 742.> -. ;ode) a6) 4040Q244 gu3a)eR743 7403 O�O�<q 44 67/, FS aw 402 2°✓O FESCr R 746745 461 w m m roe oo m N „,..,;.-N N`N' N -N . 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Phone(651)430-6875 Parcel data based on AS400 information current through: July 31, 2007 Map printed: September 12, 2007 tee y City of Lake Elmo DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FORM ❑ Comprehensive Plan Amendment • Zoning District Amendment • Text Amendment ❑ Conditional Use Permit (C.U.P.) ❑ Flood Plain C.U.P. ] Excavating & Grading Permit Variance * (See below) ❑ Minor Subdivision ] Lot Line Adjustment ❑ Site & Building Plan Review ❑ Vacation APPLICANT: /4440 asef ✓ ;i :Air Carr" (Name) (Malting Address) ❑ Residential Subdivision Sketch/Concept Plat?' ❑ Residential Subdivision Preliminary/Final Platf+U Vence O O 1— l O Lots O 11— 20 Lots t O 21 Lots or MoreFt8 2 g 2008 O ❑ PUD ] Appeal 79.911 44•rr ev / ,v. /o» /=, ©/Zti CiW2 (ZiP) TELEPHONES; /c57'9)9-3543 -4'/7.653/ (// -7.0 (Home) - (Work) (Mobile) =EE OWNER: TELEPHONES: (Name) (Malting Address) (Home) (Work) (Mobile) (Fax) (Fax) (Zip) Property Location (Address and Complete (Long) Legal Description): 79341dill Trail N. Lake Elmo. MN 55042. Lots two hundred seventeen (217) through two hundred twenty-six (226). both inclusive. Lane's Demontreville Country Club. together with that part of vacated Mack Avenue lying south of and abutting said lots two hundred seventeen (217) through two hundred twenty-three (223) inclusive and also together with that nart of the southwesterly one half of vacated West Shore Lane lying northeasterly of and abutting lot two hundred twenty-six (226). all according to the nlat thereof on filed and of record in the office of the register of Deeds. Washington County. Minnesota. Detailed reason for request Due to the poor condition of the existing seotic system and the limited lot size we are reauesting a hardship variance to locate a new drain field within fifteen feet of the house as opposed to a recommended twenty feet. Please see letter attached to this form. VARIANCE REQUESTS: As outlined in Section 301.060 C. of the Lake Elmo Municipal Code, the Applicant must demonstrate a hardship before a variance can be granted. The hardship related to this application is as follows: n, e . fiAt t t'm ,W/ %7/U l/C __d5 hij ._ le;..tigage ''/..twig/..... -Y;l. /tP -,i-/.4: (Trod ,ctioe %cC1st-./</M 0 N/P'.w Sc,97`ic Ira/ _,rF4Lk,i.•e rt_IrGmte-�e.2_. 47 v rzlrmrn rrt4d StV c4i e .'icr,.w decy ht b/r t, ed hr .ct�er� /s' ;yam MA. heuc--rj.r cm,Pes A'oQ.. -. ..... In signing this application, I hereby acknowledge that 1 have read and fully understand the applicable provisions of the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances and current administrative procedures. I further acknowledge the fee explanation as outlined in the application proceduresand hereby agree to pay all statements received from the City .pertaining to additional application expense. l/se Date r} 6 - I7 Sigdature of ATp6cant Date f"e.,-Ip EbAA,,- des Y tfl7/2007 City of Lake Elmo • 3800 Laverne Avenue North • Lake Elmo • 5R142.651-777-5510 • Fax 651.777-9615 C� EXHIBIT "A" Legal Description Agee File No. 6.37073 Lots Two hundred seventeen (217) through Two hundred twenty-six (226), both inclusive, Lane's DeMontreville Country Club, together with that part of vacated Mack Avenue lying South of and abutting said Lots Two hundred seventeen (217) through Two hundred twenty-three (223) inclusive and also together with that part of the Southwesterly one-half of vacated West Shore Lane lying Northeasterly of and abutting Lot Two hundred twenty-six (226), all according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the offioe of the Register of Deeds, Washington County, Minnesota. tF ENTERED IN TRANSFER RECORD WA$�-IINGTONCOUNTY, NNESOTA coos II N.�,+,-0-j+ . J MOLLY F. O'WWOURKE, OR-TR ASURER �` �g..Ck. a. t �9 BY DEPUTY ✓C) cl•asN t-ly•o Dy 4 City of Lake Elmo 101 3800 Laverne Ave. North oYar Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Subject: Variance for septic system at 7934 Hill Trail N. At this time our septic system is beginning to fail. It has been necessary to pump the system approximately every 6 months. The septic system drain field was redone in 1984, which makes the newest improvement 23 years old. The current system consists of only one tank and a 23-year-old drain field, We purchased this home and property in the fall of 2005; the previous owner hired Barry Brown to examine the condition of the existing septic system and design a new system. Upon purchasing the home, we obtained several bids for replacement of the existing septic system that was designed by Barry Brown. After reviewing the proposed design with Joe Chaves —septic contractor, he pointed out that the design would not be allowed by Lake Elmo due to the coming too close to the house. At this time, we asked Jim McNamara — Lake Elmo City Building Official along with our septic system contractor Joe Chaves to review our property and what changes needed to be made in order to meet or closely comply with the Lake Elmo septic system ordinances. The result of this meeting is the attached design dated 8-18-06. Therefore we would like to apply for a variance that would allow this system to be 15 feet from the house. The existing lot with its proximity to Lake Demontreville is very limited for space to put a new drain -field. The proposed design utilizes the space available to support a septic system of appropriate size. We appreciate your time to review this request. Phil and Michele Eason 7934 Hill Trail N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 RECEIVE City of Lake Elmo 3800 Laverne Ave. North Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Subject: Hardship Variance for septic system at 7934 Hill Trail N. 3/14/08 We are applying for a hardship variance to install a new septic system that will be within 15 feet from our house. There are several reasons why we are applying for this variance. 1. At this time our septic system is beginning to fail. It has been necessary to pump the system approximately every 6 months. The septic system drain field was redone in 1984, which makes the newest improvement 23 years old. The current system consists of only one tank and a 23-year-old drain field. 2. Our home is located on Lake Demontreville. Currently, the shoreline is approximately 80 feet from the backside of our house. This leaves no room for a drain field to be located on the backside of the house. 3. Our parcel is an odd shape and the existing drain field is in the front yard on the west end (south west corner of lot). Therefore, we need to fill the existing septic tank and locate the new drain field in a limited area on theeast end of the front yard (south east corner of lot). In order to have an adequate size drain field we will need to locate the drain field closer to the house. 4. I have enclosed a signed letter from our neighbor: Loree K. Kalliainen, 7920 Hill Trail N.Lake Elmo, MN 55042 who owns the lot that borders our parcel on the south and east sides to allow a 10 ft. utility easement. This will allow us to build the drain field close to the lot lines with crossing our property line. 5. This new septic will be very inconspicuous and will fit in very nicely with the surrounding landscape. It will pose no interference with our neighbors. 6. I have discussed the construction of our new septic system with our immediate neighbors to the south and east of our property. I have received no objections to building a new system. The closest home which is to the east of our parcel will be at least 50 feet away from the drain field. Our parcel is separated from both of our immediate neighbors by stand of trees to the south and a 20 foot strip of land going to the lake and 20 feet of trees to the East. Therefore we would like to apply for a hardship variance that would allow this system to be withinl5 feet from the house. The existing lot with its proximity to Lake Demontreville is very limited for space to put a new drain -field. The proposed design utilizes the space available to support a septic system of appropriate size. We appreciate your time to review this request. Phil and Michele Eason 7934 Hill Trail N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Loree K. Kalliainen 7920 Hill Trail N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Lake Elmo City Council: February 7, 2008 I live at Hill Trail N. and my property borders the Eason property (7934 Hill Trail N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042) for the full length to the south and west of their property. 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The council is asked to review the plan and comment on it so that the planning commission and council are communicating about priorities at the start of the year. The primary intent of the work plan is to help prioritize the projects the Planning Commission will be reviewing in the next several months, and to also help keep the Commission informed about the internal planning related activities and projects that will be undertaken by the staff over the coming year. This is a working document that provides guidance to the Commission yet has the flexibility to respond to priorities as they emerge. It will also help the Commission gauge its progress at achieving some of its goals for the year. RECOMMENDATION: The recommendation is to review and adopt the Planning Commission 2008 workplan. SUGGESTED MOTION FOR CONSIDERATION Move to accept the 2008 Planning Commission Workplan. ORDER OF BUSINESS: Introduction Susan Hoyt, City Administrator Report Kyle Klatt, Planning Director Questions to the presenter (3 minute maximum) Mayor and Councilmembers Questions from the public (3 minutes) Mayor facilitates Call fora motion for discussion Mayor and Councilmembers Discussion Mayor and Councilmembers Action City Council ATTACHMENTS (2008 Work Plan) 2008 Planning Commission Work Plan - DRAFT Prepared by the Lake Elmo Planning Department — 1/24/08; Updated 2/14/08 Status: C — Complete IP — In Progress Date: Completion Goals (with Monthly Range) Admin: Staff Projects/Initiatives PL: Priority Level (from 1 to 5 with 1 being the highest priority) Project and Description Date PL Status (Months) ZONING INITIATIVES Revisions to NC Zoning District • Consider a new Zoning District to address multiple problems 0-3 4 C related to non -conforming uses in older residential districts • Study existing front yard setback requirements throughout the 0-3 4 C City Ordinary High Water Level Revisions • Draft revisions to Shoreland Ordinance to address revisions 0-3 3 C to regulatory OHWL elevations by DNR. Zoning Map Updates • Update Zoning Map to improve consistency with the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map • Establish proper zoning designation for recently annexed Buberl property Conditional Use Permit Ordinance • Update current regulations to establish specific criteria for different conditionally permitted uses Sign Ordinance Revisions • One year moratorium on billboards ends in February 2008 • Review standards related to off -premise advertising signage • Study and possibly adopt regulations governing the use of electronic billboards • Consider major revision to Sign Ordinance to eliminate outdated provisions 9-12 3 9-12 4 6-9 3 0-3 2 IP 3-6 2 3-6 2 Zoning Amendments • Review Outdoor Lighting Ordinance to establish appropriate levels of lighting for various uses • Clarify requirements for accessory buildings and setbacks • Revise definition and standards for impervious coverage Engineering Standards Manual • Create a development manual describing the City's engineering standards for private and public projects Home Occupation Ordinance • Research status and effectiveness of current ordinance • Draft updated ordinance to address appropriate home occupation standards for different areas in the community. 6-9 3 6-9 3 3-6 3 6-9 2 IP 6-9 3 9-12 4 Zoning Ordinance Review • Prepare outline of previous work and major areas of 0-3 2 IP agreement • Incorporate updates where appropriate as part of Village Area 6-15 3 and South 10th Street zoning changes • Incorporate formatting, organization, and smaller 6-15 3 amendments into future zoning ordinance updates PLANNING INITIATIVES Village Area Planning • Participation in Village Area Advisory Panel meetings o Draft Village Area Preliminary and Final AUAR, 9-12 1 IP including mitigation plan. • Prepare amendment to Comprehensive Plan based on 12-15 1 selected development scenario from AUAR • Adopt amendments to the Zoning Ordinance responsive to 12+ 1 the AUAR mitigation plan and Comprehensive Plan South 10th Street Area • Review Comprehensive Plan and holding zones for South 9-12+ 2 10th Street Area for consistency with Village Area updates Comprehensive Plan Updates • Monitor individual projects for compliance with the 0-12 3 Comprehensive Plan • Incorporate major system elements into plan, including water, 12+ 2 surface water and transportation Capital Improvement Plan • Planning Commission review of 2009CIP plan for consistency 9-12 2 with the Comprehensive Plan Storm Water Management • Integrate a storm water management plan as part of the Comprehensive Plan • Develop an ordinance consistent with the plan • Bring Lake Elmo into compliance with NPDES requirements and MS4 status 12+ 3 12+ 3 12+ 2 Transportation Plan • Prepare amendment to the Comprehensive Plan specific to 6-15 2 transportation ADMINISTRATIVE INITIATIVES Building Division (Admin) • Develop job description for Building Official; seek applicants to 0-3 1 IP fill vacant position. • Review internal permit approval process, consider alternative 3-9 3 tracking and reporting software Development Review Process (Admin) • Establish system for review and processing of development 3-6 1 IP applications • Communicate with developers and property owners about the 6-9 3 application and review process Efficiency/Communication Improvements (Admin) • Upgrade GIS software, improve access to county data and 3-6 4 mapping • Research alternative software for building inspections and 6-12 3 reporting Code Enforcement (Admin) • Improve consistency and reporting for code violations and 6-12 3 follow-up activities • Develop system for review and inspection of erosion control 3-6 2 measures on a development -wide and individual site basis Agency Support (Admin) • Review of Updated Flood Maps, including Flood Insurance 1-3 2 IP Study from FEMA • Provide comments to U.S. Census Bureau concerning 0-3 3 IP addresses and construction activity in advance of the 2010 Census City Council Date: 2.19.08 REGULAR Item: 11 Motion ITEM: Review and revise draft comment letter to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (PCA) regarding clean up options for the Washington County Landfill SUBMITTED BY: Susan Hoyt, City Administrator SUMMARY AND ACTION REQUESTED: The city council is being asked to review and revise a draft comment letter to be submitted on behalf of the city to the MPCA regarding clean up options for the Washington County Landfill. The comment period opened on February 14, 2008 and will close on within 30 days. The council has received information from the PCA and discussed this topic at three prior council workshop/meetings. At a special meeting on 2-12-08 the city council passed a motion supporting the $15 million dollar bonding allocation in the Governor's bonding bill for clean up of the site. The city's letter of support was intentionally silent on the clean up option that the city prefers (Attachment 1). There is a public meeting scheduled by PCA on February 21, 2008, which will provide information and an opportunity for questions to the PCA. The city may wish to share this letter at this meeting. The draft letter is for discussion and revisions. SPECIFIC POINTS INCLUDED IN THE DRAFT LETTER • Stress the importance of assuring the safety of our community's water supply • Thank you to the PCA for the consent agreement with 3M that addresses 3M funding for the PCA managed Washington County Landfill; for the time spent with the city on this topic and for the opportunity to provide comments based upon our knowledge of our community. • Acknowledge the support for legislative funding • Acknowledge a history of challenges in managing the landfill (not in an accusatory manner) • Acknowledge that the city's goal for our community is a permanent solution. • Acknowledge that of the six options, the dig and truck option best meets the permanent solution even though it is more expensive than the dig and line which provides a shorter term (20 to 40 year) solution. Add that a shared disposal method of a plasma burner with other landfills at an appropriate site is desirable. RECOMMENDATION Review and revise the concepts in the draft letter to meet the city council's communication priorities. Determine if the city council wants to submit this letter at the Feb 21 PCA meeting or prefers to gather more information at the PCA meeting. 1 Suggested motion for consideration (if prepared for this step) Move to approve the draft comment letter as revised to the PCA on clean up options for the PFC contamination at the Washington County Landfill and to submit the letter to the PCA. ORDER OF BUSINESS • Introduction Susan Hoyt, City Administrator • Report Susan Hoyt, City Administrator • Questions to presenter Mayor and Council members (3 minute max) • Questions from public to council Mayor facilitates (3 minute max) • Call for a motion to discuss the draft letter Mayor and Council members • Revise as desired Mayor and Council members • Consider motion to adopt concepts in Letter and submit to PCA Mayor and Council members • Action, if any ATTACHMENTS: City Council 1 Letter supporting $15 m bonding 2-13-08 2 Remedy Feasibility Assessment 3 DRAFT Comment Letter 2 rCITY OF.na—m) LAKE i ELM© City of Lake E mo February 15, 2008 Mr. Brad Moore, MPCA Commissioner Minnesota Pollution Control Agency 520 Lafayete Road St. Paul, Minnesota 55155-4194 651/777-5510 3800 Laverne Avenue North / Lake Elmo, MN 55042 RE: Remediation of PFC contamination at the Washington bounty Landfill in Lake Elmo Dear Commissioner Moore: On behalf of the city of Lake Elmo, I am expredsing our thanks for the PCA's work on evaluating solutions and seeking 2008 legislative funding for the PFC, contamination in the Washington County Landfill, which is located in our community of Lake Elmo. Your agency's attention to the health and safety of our drinking water iswelcomedxand appreciated. We also acknowledge your agency's work with 3M through the ConsentAgreement, which is allowing for 3M investment in the planned clean up activities of the Washington bounty Landfill and other area landfills. We are on record supporting these endeavors for financing the clean up of the landfill. As you are well aware, managing the contamination and clean up issues surrounding the Washington County Landfill has been an ongoing challenge over the past several years. Unfortunately, we are notcohfiktent that there will be no new contaminants found in groundwater resulting from the landfill just as PFCs were recently discovered in the area. From this perspective, along with our commitment to assuring that our residents and property owners have safe drinking water, we have reviewed the proposed six options for cleaning up the Washington County Landfill. The result is that we are asking that the contamination at the Washington County Landfill be addressed immediately and completely. From our review of the options, the city's preferred option is the 'dig and truck' option, which completely removes the landfill material for the city. Removing this material to a site outside of Lake Elmo where it can be combined with other hazardous wastes to be disposed of through a 19 February 2008 prinied on recycled paper mechanism like a plasma burner appears the best long term solution to the problem at the Washington County Landfill and other contaminated sites in the state. We understand that the cost of the 'dig and truck' option is significantly higher ($ 66,800-87,000) than the 'dig and line' option ($27 million), which is estimated to provide a 20 to 40 years of protection from contamination. We understand that the 'dig and line' option as a solution may be more immediately realizable because of the funding issues than the 'dig and truck' option and that it will manage the contamination on the site today, which is a priority for all of us. However, we encourage you to seriously explore a permanent solution so that so we can avoid revisiting the landfill contamination topic in the decades ahead, not only as a benefit to Lake Elmo and our surrounding communities of Cottage Grove, Woodbury and Oakdale, but as a way to approach managing contamination throughout the state in the future. Thank you for addressing the health and safety concerns of R5,Cs in the Washington County Landfill and for this opportunity to comment on the options under consideration.. Please let us know how we can assist you as you explorethe options and make a decision on this critical public health and safety issue, Sincerely, Mayor Dean Johnston City of Lake Elmo 19 February 2008 Remedy Feasibility Assessment Washington County Landfill Lalce Elmo, Minnesota Prepared for MPCA Closed Landfill Program SEH No. A-MNPCA0802.00 Effective Date: November 15, 2007 SEH Mulcidisciplined..Single Source Trusted solutions for more than 75 years. Washington County Landfill Remedy Feasibility Assessment Data 1I115/07 Executive Summary Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (SEM®) has prepared this Remedy Feasibility Assessment (RFA) Report for the closed Washington County Landfill at the request of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). The landfill is located within the city limits of Lake Elmo in Washington County, Minnesota. The original permitted area was 110 acres in size with a fill area of approximately 35 acres. Perfluorochemicals (PFCs) have been identified in groundwater at levels above the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) groundwater and toxicological limits known as Health Risk Limits (I-IRLs). In addition to PFCs, several volatile organic compounds (VOCs) have also been identified in the groundwater at concentrations exceeding their respective HRL. An existing spray irrigation system installed at the site has historically been successful in treating VOC impacted water recovered from the site groundwater extraction wells. However, the spray irrigation system is not providing effective treatment of the PFC constituents. The RFA provides an independent feasibility review of the six potential remedies selected by the MPCA to address contamination presence and migration related primarily to PFC compounds associated with the site. The six potential remedial options that the MPCA requested SEH evaluate are: • No Additional Action • • Plasma Torch • Force main (groundwater extraction with off -site disposal) • Pump and Treat (groundwater extraction with treatment or infiltration. on -site) • Dig and Truck • Dig and Line Based on available site information, remedial technology evaluations by others, and SEH's experience at similar municipal landfill sites, SEH has assessed the remedial action options against the following seven evaluation criteria: • Overall protection of human health and the environment • Compliance with Applicable or Relevant and Appropriate Requirements • Long -teen effectiveness and perfomrrance ▪ Reduction of toxicity, mobility, or volume (TMV) through treatment • Short-term effectiveness • Implernentahifity • Cost No Additional Action The "No Additional Action" alternative is evaluated to provide a baseline for public health and welfare and environmental consequences of talcing no further remedial action at the site. This alternative was initially labeled by MPCA as the "do nothing" alternative; however, since some remedial activities will continue at the site with this alternative, SEH changed the name to more accurately reflect the approach. It is understood that the existing remedial and monitoring effort would continue; however, further investigation and!or remediation with regards to PFCs would cease. A-MNPCA0902.00 Washington County Landfill Remedy Feasibility Assessment Date: 11/15/07 Executive Summary (Continued) Plasma 'Porch This alternative involves excavating the waste material from the landfill and converting the waste orisite to gas and inert slag material using plasma torch technology. Prior to excavating waste the groundwater recovery and infiltration system would be shut down and the private well GAC treatment system program would he expanded. It is assumed that the void created by the waste excavation would be graded to minimize excessive slopes and the landfill cover soils would be re -placed and seeded. The preliminary projection of initial capital and long -tens annual costs for this option are approximately $192,300,000 and $87,000 per year, respectively. Force Main This remedial alternative involves pumping groundwater and discharging the untreated water to a force main, which would discharge to a waste water treatment facility (MCES). This option would require the construction of more than three miles of new force main from the landfill to the nearest City of Oakdale sanitary sewer. Assuming continuous operation of the groundwater recovery system, the cumulative discharge to the Oakdale sanitary system and MCES treatment plant would be approximately 60 million gallons per year. The preliminary projection of initial capital and long-term annual costs for this option are approximately $7,300,000 and $450,000 per year, respectively. Puinp and Treat Oa Site Supplemental treatment is required to remove PFCs to below the applicable FIRLs from the recovered groundwater. This option includes treatment of contaminated groundwater by air stripping and iron removal followed by granular activated carbon (GAC) to remove PFC compounds prior to discharge directly to the southeast infiltration basin. The preliminary projection of initial capital and long-term aroma( costs for this option are approximately $5,800,000 and $700,000 per year, respectively. Dig and Truck This alternative would involve excavating the waste from the landfill and transporting and disposing of the waste off site at a licensed solid waste facility. Prior to excavating waste it is assumed that the groundwater recovery and infiltration system would be shut down and the private well GAC treatment system program would be expanded. It is assumed that the void created by.the waste excavation would be graded to minimize excessive slopes and the landfill cover soils would be re -placed and seeded. The preliminary projection of initial capital and long -tern annual costs for this option are approximately $66,800,000 and $87,000 per year, respectively. Dig and line The alternative would involve moving waste and constructinga lined landfill at the cun-ent site. Waste from the existing landfill would be excavated and placed on site while the excavated area of the landfill is lined. The waste would then be placed back in the lined location. Prior to excavating waste it is assumed that the groundwater recovery and infiltration system would be shut down and the private well GAC treatment system program would be expanded. The preliminary projection of initial capital and long-term annual costs for this option are approximately $27,600,000 and $210,000 per year, respectively. A=MNPCA0802.00 Washington County Landfill Remedy Feasibility Assessment Date: 1 t(t5/07 Executive Summary (Continued) Comparison of Alternatives SEH developed a ranking method to allow comparison of one alternative against another within each of the seven USEPA comparative criteria described above. The ranking method provided a balanced system to give equal weight to the seven criteria. The scoring was based upon each alternative's relative rating when compared to the other altematives. The relative ranking of the six remedial options follows (lowest score is considered the best): Option No Additional Action Plasma Torch Force Main Pump and Treat Dig and Truck Dig and Line Total Score 27 18 20 16 15 14 Dig and Line appears to be the most feasible remedial action option, followed closely by the Dig and Truck and Pump and Treat options. Additional evaluation of the modifying criteria (agency acceptance and public acceptance) may be required by MPCA prior to selection of a final remedy. Once a final remedy is selected, design studies should he conducted or refined to further define the cost, approach, permit requirements and schedule. A-MNPCA0802.00 CITY OF LAKE ELM® City of Lake Elora 13 February 2008 Representative Julie Bunn 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 521 State Office Building St. Paul, MN 55155 651/777-5510 3800 Laverne Avenue North / Lake Elmo, MN 55042 RE: PCA Bonding Request for $15 million for the Washington County Landfill Remediation Dear Representative Bunn: 1 am writing on behalf of the city council to express the city of Lake Elmo's support for the Minnesota Pollution Contrdl Agency's bondingrequest for $15 million that is designated in the Governor's 2008 bonding bill to remediate PFC pollutants in the Washington County Landfill. The health and safety of our community's drinking water is critical both for now and in the future. We are pleased that the Governor, the legislature and the PCA are working toward a solution to this public health problem. Please let us know how we can express our conceal, our interest and our support in proceeding with funding the clean up of contaminants at the Washington County Landfill in the immediate future. ean A. Johnston Mayor City of Lake Elmo C: Brad Moore, MPCA Commissioner Governor Tim Pawlenty City of Cottage Grove City of Oakdale City of Woodbury Jeff Rageth, 3M tit, print® on recycled paper. ITEM: City Council Date: 2-19-08 REGULAR Item: 12 Motion Consider a request from the Community Improvement Commission (CIC) to name the city's community celebration the "Lake Elmo Fall Festival" and to provide the Jaycee's funding for this event SUBMITTED BY: Torn Bouthilet, Finance Director, Staff to the CIC REVIEWED BY: Susan Hoyt, City Administrator SUMMARY AND ACTION REQUESTED: The city council is being asked two things by the CIC related to the first annual community celebration that the city council endorsed earlier this year. 1) The CIC would like permission to call the event that is scheduled for the weekend after Labor Day (September 5 and 6) the "Lake Elmo Fall Festival". 2) The CIC is requesting to use the donation from the Jaycees ($8,500) that must be used for community activities or projects for this event, In the past, the city has used a portion of the funds for sponsoring a volunteer event. The CIC plans to incorporate the volunteer recognition event into the weekend's activities." ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The CIC is discussing the following activities in conjunction with the fire department: A spaghetti feed at the fire hall (Friday evening). A volunteer recognition event has emerged in discussions with the council related to the Jaycees funds. Saturday kids activities combined with fire prevention information Saturday parade and gathering for picnic fare The CIC plans to approach service organizations for volunteer help. The CIC has not determined whether or not it will seek donations for the event from businesses etc. If the city council has direction to provide on this at this time, that would be helpful to the planning process, An employee recognition event has emerged in discussions with the council related to the Jaycees funds. However, the administrator cautions the city council on designating these funds for this purpose because cities are cautioned by the state auditor on if, when and how employee events can be funded. Of course, employees may be invited to participate in the events. RECOMMENDATION It is the city council's discretion on how to proceed with providing direction for the community event and it is timely to do so. Moving ahead with a name and funding source is a good starting place. Suggested motion for consideration Move to authorize the use of "The Lake Elmo Fall Festival" as the name of the community celebration on the second weekend in September, 2008 and to allocate the $8,500 from the Jaycee's contribution to this event that will include a volunteer recognition element to it. ORDER OF BUSINESS • Introduction Susan Hoyt, City Administrator • Report Tom Bouthilet, Staff to the CIC • Questions from the council to the presenter Mayor and Council members (3 minutes) • Questions from the public to the council Mayor facilitates (3 minutes) • Call for a motion to consider action Mayor and Council members • Discussion Mayor and Council members • Action City Council 7934 HILL TRAIL NORTH TKDA ENGINEERS • ARCHITECTS PLANNERS MEMORANDUM 444 Cedar Street, Suite 1500 Saint Paul, MN 55101-2140 (0b1) 292.4400 (051) 292 0083 Pox www tktl 3. C00f To: Kyle Klatt, Planning Director Refcrencei 7934 Hill Trail North ' Copies To: Variance Request City of Luke Elmo, Minnesota Frei. No.: 14078.001 From: Ryan Stempski, P.E. Routing: Date: March 21.2008 Kyle, I have reviewed the variance request for 7934 Hill Trail North and have the following comments: I. Applicant should submit a design of the proposed on -site sewage treatment system, including soil reports from the proposed drainfield site and layout of the proposed septic system. Impacts to the existing retaining wall and trees must be shown and described. 2. Update the Site Plan and Certificate of Survey to show the proposed 10-foot septic easement to the west of the Eason parcel. Docunnentation of the recorded easements must be provided to the City of Lake Elmo prior to construction. The Site Plan should show the entire Eason parcel to confirm other locations are not feasible to the lake setbacks. 3. The Easoh's variance request letter, dated March 14, 2008, seems to he inconsistent with east and west directions. The applicant should clarify this discrepancy and include north arrows on all drawings. 4. Planning or Building Department should confirm all municipal code drainfield setbacks to structures and property lines for this location. If you have any questions, please contact me at (651) 292-4487. Ryan An Onployeo Ownod Company Promoting Affinmdve Adlon and Equal opnorfunllp MEMO RE: Septic variance for 7934 Hill Trail North. The present septic system at the above address is a failing system and must be replaced. Speaking with Mr. Barry Brown, the septic system designer, a bed type system has been designed to replace the failing system. While reviewing the proposed design it became obvious to me that this type of system will make the best use of the area the new septic will occupy. During my inspection of the property it became obvious that the location for the new septic system was the only area on the property that would allow a system to be placed. The location of the house in regard to lake DeMontreville, did not allow the system to be placed near the north and west yard, and to the south the existing drainfield area. Although setback variances are required, none of the requested variances are unusual or overly concerning to me. These type of septic system setback variances have been approved in the past and should serve the property well — and until city sewer is provided for the area. Minnesota chapter 7080 (7080.0170) allows for local units of government to vary from setback &stances if required. art Horning MPCA Cert. # R7489 631-733 T321 PSRCOLtTIONRSPDRr mar year itterf06 ROGER DIEDRICH ADDENDUM SOIL TESTING AND DESIGN FOR SEPTIC. SYSTEMS OCATION: 7934 Hill Trail, Lake Elmo USE OF BUILDING: 3-bedroom home A design for a pressure bed was made in June of 2005 for this lot. I met with Jim McNamara, fiom the City of Lake Elmo, at this location before making the design. We agreed that it is obvious that there will need to be variances to both the lot line set backs and the house set back to install this system. I originally designed a very large bed for this drain field because it appears that it will be the last standard system to be used on this lot. It now appears that we need to downsize the bed to be within an agreeable distance from the house. The drawing shows that the rectangle at the south side of the lot is 40' wide. The drawing also shows that the house comes into this rectangle approximately two feet. If we allow five feet for the maximum that the house encroaches on this rectangle, we would have 35' left. If the bed could be built stinting at the south lot line, a twenty foot wide pressure bed could be installed with 15' setback to the house. The variance would have to be from 20' to 15' far the house setback. The distance that the bed must be kept fnum the south lot line will determine the width of the bed. 1 have redesigned the bed to be 18' x 36' rather than its original 25' width. This allows for a standard sized bed for a three -bedroom house using a 1.27 soil sizing factor and standard 7080 pressure bed sizing. The permit for this system should be applied for so that the variances can be discussed. A new pressure distribution sheet may need to be completed when the actual bed size is determined. The absorption width is designed to he at least 10 feet from the lot line and ' possibly 10 feet with variance from the house or any building with footings. The well is located on the north side of the house at least 50 feet from any part of this system. The high water mark for the lake is just over 100 feet from the pressure bed. All wastewater treatment sites are to be cordoned off prior to the start of any construction activity on the property. No construction traffic or grading permitted in drain field areas. All proposed wastewater treatment sites are to be protected with a visual barrier to prevent construction traffic from encroaching into the test area and possibly causing irreversible soil damage with respect to on -site wastewater treatment and absorption. A septic system permit will not be issued until the tested area is surrounded with snow or silt fence. This design wasprepared in accordance to Washington County Ordinance #128 and should be presented to the City' or Lake Elmo for inspection as soon as possible. All ECEiVE soil samples shall he left in place until this inspection and all stakes shall he left in place until the system is installed. BARRY BROWN LICENSE 141772 STANDARD SYSTEM DESIGN INDIVIDUAL SEWAGE TREATMENT SYSTEM PUBLIC HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT 14949 6214 Street North, PO Box 6, Stillwater MN 55082-0 651/430-6688 OR 651-430-6655 FAX 651/430-6730 owner's Nairn (Cm ott h Job Site Address cl 34 Et i 1 Tr City or Township 14, E t Lit, Use of Building .. Number of Bedrooms 3 Geo Code Design Flow Rate sz Pem Rate. — Landsl en P Two Required Tanks Sizes moo Gallons /000 Gallons Litt Station Tank Size /OC) o - Gallons Type of System (standard; at grade, or rockless pipe add 20%) P}„c_a rc Li System Size 5---70 ., SquartsFeet 3( r -Lineal Feet ' -Tstridth Depth of rock below pipe hAffNimurn Depth of e � /2 if 44 5 e. �r% yurlach From De Grados RecbmmendedNumber ofT /a-iu.4 A 5- Trenak Spacing Measured Center to Center f ra id La G c 24[AnYOtbaSPeciaICoadkions 1 Depth of rook above pipe MAXimam Depth of Trench From Existing Grade Length of'hamekm A<Jarn (1 z d4cv.,, - 2 9 " e9 a/62rrfcf7 cf,e`N.. Inches Feet IF PRESSURE DISTRIIBUTION IS USED, COMPLETE THE PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION SHEET ATTACHED. This Design must be accompanied by a site We that clearly shouts the location of the area tested and approve by the tbllowiag. I. Use an appropriate scale and intricate &motion by use ofa moth arrow. - - 2. Show ALl; propaty boundaries, n Also be required. 3. Show location of home, driveway nll other improvements or proposed. 4. Show location and layout of sewage treatment system. 5. Show location of water supply (well and/or day supply fine). 6. Dimemion all setbacks and serration distances. -way, easements, weti®ds. If necessary, an enlarged detail of the house site may This system has been designed bby a Pollution Control Agency (PCA) Certified Professional. Designer Name B rri 4ftar+) PCA Certification # / 117, Address 3o, I <: / »` 35 Phone# !ps/-7IS- 73L/ Signature .Date D tI- /f-6 6 qi8' leIanwli00$ asmidas4 Dear Mow 1112U/Aee tans zt.3 cut Est, wLc.hr ira.s over; 4► .41 1.4's .446 4° 1am a• 2.4..ewTh:s la aai.a4 LAKE DEMON TREVILLE am me CVP/ )= 2 n ; pao to i%t tr lac sts SSB/2. a` 1' �D' w `4 -r. r N., '� q,�, .C—, © o PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM 1., Select number of perforated laterals ET 2. Select perforation spacing = 3 ft 3 Since, perf_orations.sltquld notbe placed closer than 1 foot to the edge of the rock layer (see diagram), subtract 2 feet from the rock layer length. Rods 2 ft ft 4. Determine the number of spaces between perforations. Divide the length (3) by perforation spacing (2) and round down to nearest whole number.. Perforation spacing = 3 `i ft + 3 ft = (l spaces 5 Number of perforations is equal to one plus the number of perforation spaces(4). Check figure E-4 to assure the number of perforations per lateral arantees <10% discharge variation. f spaces + 1=_ j 2- perforations/lateral 6. A. Total number of perforations = perforations per lateral (5) times number of laterals (1) I Z perfs/lat x S lat= /e'p perforations B. Calculate the square footage per perforation. Recommeded value is 6-10 sgft/pert. Does not apply to at grades. Rock bed area = rock width (ft) x rock length (ft) 5.0 /7 ftx 3io ft= (Z sqft Square foot per perforation = Rock bed area _ number f 2- sqft 6 p perfs = / fl sqft/perf 7. Determine required flow rate by multiplying the total number of perforations (6A) by flow per perforation (see figure E-6) £o ° perk x , 74 gpm/perfs =Lir gpm 8 If laterals are connected to header pipe as shown on upper example, to select minimum required lateral diameter; enter noun E-1; MDM(OBLocatedat aerorsysaem figure E-4 with perforation spacing (2) and number of perforations per lateral (5) Select minimum diameter for perforated lateral = /, 5- inches. 9. If perforated lateral system is attached to manifold pipe near IoRa."' w� Wooled the center, lower diagram, perforated lateral length (3) and number of perforations per lateral (5) will be approximately one half of that in step 8. 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E to,0 Date: p}fa--43-PS Depth Feat S1 1 93 B4 av K brown sans/ buri< hnra sgKJ.;7 — Loa dot ten, r eteam *Ps.; it rinrccrru.,, brawl y, k 1;ti, Laud /Oar 7l�; $RNO) Da (lit n rl o Sn vO t-asm gnu 1L 3, 2, Sty 33,c fh.ctllum 4fl WAi /orM. en f 4 0 semi S Y;9/3 Tlr o. - et v2✓ ITEM: City Council Date: 4.1.08 REGUI AR Item: 4 Resolution 2008-18 Order to the AUAR and define the development scenarios to be evaluated as part of the Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) process for the Village and SUBMITTED BY: Susan Hoyt, City Administrator Ciara Schlichting, Consulting Planner, Bonestroo REVIEWED BY: Village AUAR Advisory Panel Kyle Klatt, Planning Director Jerry Filla, City Attorney SUMMARY AND ACTION REQUESTED: The city council is being asked to make the following the decisions: 1) To order the preparation of the AUAR This action will set in motion the environmental review process for the Village. The Environmental Quality Board defines required steps to proceed with an AUAR. Mn Rules requires the City Council to officially order the preparation of the AUAR. When the Council orders the AUAR, Mn Rules requires that the order identifies the AUAR study boundary and the development scenarios, as discussed below: a. Define the AUAR Boundary — The Village AUAR boundary is shown in Attachment 1, Exhibit A b. Define the AUAR Development Scenarios — MN Rules requires that the City Council define the location (maps), type (residential, commercial, etc.), and intensity (housing unit numbers and square footages of commercial/institutional uses) of development for each scenario. The Council must choose the development scenarios consistent with the Village masterplan to be evaluated as part of the Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) process or environmental review of the Village area. In April 2007 the city council accepted the Village Masterplan. At the same meeting the city council stated that it wanted to evaluate a housing range from 600 housing units to 1,600 housing units. An AUAR cannot study a range, but must study specific land use maps. Therefore, the council endorsed bringing three scenarios (600 units, 1,000 units, and 1,600 units) to the advisory panel and to the public for comment because each scenario would cover the range of housing units discussed. 2) To amend the proposal for the AUAR to cover the cost of doina additional development scenarios beyond the two scenarios that are included in the oriainal proposal with the consultant. if additional scenarios beyond the comprehensive plan and one masterolan scenario are selected to study. The cost is $ 11, 720 per additional scenario. The funds for the additional costs are budgeted in the 2008 CIP for the Village. The cost of the AUAR will be reimbursed by the property owners and developers. The current contract for the AUAR is for $ $ 219,250. 1 The purpose of the AUAR is to gather information to determine the environmental impacts and how to address these impacts so any negative impacts can be avoided or minimized and addressed in the planning process for the future development of the Village. This is being done prior to any specific development plans from private property owners/developers. The masterplan team of Engstrom and Close Associates first recommended the AUAR process as a follow up to the masterplan in November, 2006. The AUAR will identify the positive and the negative environmental impacts that are generated by the different development scenarios being studied. This provides the city council with information to help determine what works and what doesn't work and to prepare a plan to mitigate for these effects. The formal AUAR process is governed by the regulations of the Environmental Quality Board, which includes technical information gathering, a 30-day comment period on the Draft AUAR and Mitigation Plan, a time to revise the AUAR and Mitigation Plan to address these comments, and a final AUAR 10- day comment period for agencies to register objections and for additional public comments. Lake Elmo has adopted a more inclusive AUAR process that affords additional input from the Village Advisory Panel and public throughout the process. The Village AUAR process is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2008 (see process chart later in this report). THE VILLAGE MASTERPLAN The Village Masterplan began as a mechanism to accommodate some of the future sewered growth required by the Metropolitan Council as part of the 2005 MOU and Comprehensive Plan. It is the foundation for all of the development scenarios, and was prepared by Engstrom and Close Landscape Architects from August, 2006 through April, 2007. The plan was developed around 13 land use principles summarized: 1) provoke a sense of place, 2) balance the natural and built systems, 3) broaden the mix of local goods and services, 4) provide a variety of housing choices, 5) invest in quality public space, 6) preserve and enhance natural and cultural resources, 7) improve connectivity, 8) build partnerships, 9) foster public safety, 10) forward a vision that can be implemented, 11) become a great model, 12) lead by design, 13) minimize the impact on existing residences and businesses. The Village planning team met with community members and major property owners and hosted public open houses to receive input to the plan as well as studied the related land characteristics and future uses to fit these needs. The city council accepted the Masterplan composite land use plan on April, 2007 and the recommendation that up to 1, 600 housing units (including apartments and condominiums) be studied as a maximum for future development. 2 DEVELOPMENT SCENARIOS Comparison of the Proposed Village Master Plan Scenarios Composite Village Land Use Masterplan Total acreage within the Village Parks and Open Space (current and future) Scenario A 1,129 acres 47% Existing Village Built Area 14% New Commercial/Institutional 7% New residential 32% New Housing Units 600 (A) Scenario B 1,129 acres 47% Scenario C Source: 1,129 acres Bonestroo 47% Village Masterplan prepared by Engstrom and Close Landscape Architects 14% 14% Village Masterplan 7% 7% Village Masterplan 32% 32% Village Masterplan (A) Comp plan 1,000 (B) 1,600 (B) (B Village Masterplan includes (apt/condo counted as units) Comprehensive Plan scenario. This future land use plan has been effectively replaced by the vision presented in the Village masterplan for future development of the Village regardless of how many new housing units are part of the future development. Nevertheless, under the AUAR Environmental Quality Board regulations, the city's comprehensive plan land use map for the Village is a required scenario to be studied. The city attorney has determined the new housing units required in the comprehensive plan for the Village is 906 new units due to the number of actual existing housing units. (Attachment 7). This number is required to be used in evaluating the comprehensive plan impacts. However, the implementation of any new development scenario will require amending the comprehensive plan. If the 600 new housing units become the selected development scenario, this will be the new housing unit number in the amended comprehensive plan. Amendments to the current comprehensive Plan. After the AUAR process is completed and the city obtains financial information regarding development scenarios, the city will select a preferred development scenario and will amend the comprehensive plan to reflect this scenario. This process, along with zoning, will likely modify various elements in the plan such as the amount of commercial area. The comprehensive plan amendment will change what is in the current comprehensive plan for the Village. This is within the city's authority to do as long as the city maintains the performance requirements set out in the MOU regarding: 24,000 population and 6,500 new RECs by 2030. (Attachment 7, attorney letter). 1 AUAR PROCESS The AUAR process before and after ordering the AUAR, which Includes selecting the development scenarios ACTIVITY Order AUAR Technical Evaluation — Prepare the Draft AUAR & Mitigation Plan Review of information Authorize distribution of AUAR and Mitigation Plan for 30 Dav Comment Period Receive comments, respond to comments, revise AUAR & Mitigation Plan to address comments Review revised AUAR and Mitigation Plan Authorize distribution of the final AUAR and Mitigation Plan for the 10 day objection period Receive objections (if any) formal objection process would begin Receive additional public comments Adopt final AUAR and Mitigation Plan ADVISORY PANEL AND PUBLIC INPUT RESPONSIBLE PARTY City Council AUAR Consultant Team Advisory Panel, Agencies, City Council City Council AUAR Consultant Team Advisory Panel, Agencies, City Council City Council EQB, objecting agency, City Council, AUAR Consultant Team City Council I City Council I APPROXIMATE DATE I April 1, 2008 April — May 2008 June — July 2008 July/August 2008 August/September 2008 September/ October 2008 October/November 2008 Varies November/December 2008 November/December 2008 Village Advisory Panel input on the proposed development scenarios (Attachment 5) The Village Advisory Panel received background on the development scenarios and the land use composition included in each of them. The Advisory Panel is comprised of two members of the Environmental Commission, the Chair and the Vice Chair of the Park and Planning Commission and five landowners. The consensus of the Advisory Panel was to study all three development scenarios proposed to gather information including the 1,600 units to see what the negative impacts are from such a development scenario so the city can make an informed decision. One participant expressed disagreement with the general consensus and favored eliminating the 1,000 and 1,600 unit development scenarios because the market demand would not be there by 2030 among other reasons. Advisory panel members were also free to express their individual opinions through other public means like the public open house and comment sheets and emails. Public input received to date (Attachment 6) The city held an open house on February 28, 2008 on the proposed development scenarios. The open house was widely publicized through fliers and in the newspaper. Approximately 90 people attended the open house where people submitted written comments and verbal comments. In addition, the city received comments through auarcomments(allakeelmo.ora; forms submitted by citizens, letters and comments at city council public inquiry. A summary of the verbal comments received at the open house and copies of the written comments received are attached. (Attachment 6) 4 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION What does the decision mean? • This decision means that the city will study the potential environmental impacts or affects from the development scenarios being studied and how to make sure that any negative impacts will be avoided or minimized by planning to take care of these. For a specific example, an AUAR will evaluate how much will traffic increase and what will result from the new development at Highway 5 and Manning Avenue or at Lake Elmo Avenue and Highway 5. The result might show an Increase of traffic that requires a traffic signal to be installed when a new residential or mixed use development goes in at this location in the future. The city would, then, require this traffic signal as part of any development approvals and at a cost to the developer. After the Draft AUAR & Mitigation Plan is prepared, the information will be reviewed by the Village AUAR Advisory Panel and agencies prior to the City Council making its second formal decision during the AUAR process (the first formal decision is to "order" the preparation of the AUAR). The Council's second decision is to authorize distribution of the Draft AUAR and Mitigation Plan for the formal 30-day public comment period. What doesn't the decision mean? • This decision does not mean that any one of these scenarios will actually be implemented. The development scenarios are the way that the future development will be studied. It means that they will be evaluated from an environmental perspective to determine the environmental impacts. • This analysis will not provide any financial information including no analysis of the financial relationship between the number of housing units developers are planned to an build and the public and private amenities that developers' will finance with a project. 1s the city reouired to develoo one of these scenarios that Is studied? • No, the city can gather the information and determine what is good and bad about the various scenarios and develop and adopt a plan for how to mitigate (avoid or minimize) any potential negative environmental impacts. This will give the city information on why and why not to pursue certain development scenarios. • If the city chooses to study 600, 1,000 and 1,600 new housing units for environmental purposes, the city can eliminate any scenario that goes through the financial analysis and planning process, it can determine that 800 units or 1,200 units are the appropriate number with which to proceed. # = Housing Units 1600i 800 r1,0001 1.200 1.400 I1,6001 What if the city wants to add a scenario after the AUAR is ordered? Completed? The city can add a development scenario during this AUAR process. This will add increased costs and delay the process in order to evaluate an additional scenario. An AUAR can be amended/updated after it has been completed. It must go through the AUAR process again to do this. Is there a reauired timeline for the AUAR document to be oomeleted? Mn Rules places a 120 day timeline from the date the AUAR is ordered to the date the Final AUAR and Mitigation Plan Is adopted. The City Council has the authority to extend the time limit and the process adopted by the city anticipates a longer time frame than the 120 days Since no specific development project (I e., request for site plan approval, subdivision approval, etc.) has been submitted for review through the AUAR process, the City Council can extend the time limit on its own. If a specific development project had been submitted and its schedule was affected by the AUAR schedule, the City Council and the project proposer would have to come to an agreement on extending the 120 day timeline. It is anticipated that the city will complete the entire AUAR process in December, 2008. When does the AUAR document require chances- updates? Mn Rules identifies the following specific circumstances that require updating the environmental review: • Five years have passed since the City adopted the original environmental analysis document and plan for mitigation or the latest revision. This item does not apply If all development within the area has been given final approval by the City • A comprehensive plan amendment is proposed that would allow an increase in development over the levels assumed in the environmental analysis document. • Total development within the area would exceed the maximum levels assumed in the environmental analysis document • Development within any subarea delineated in the environmental analysis document would exceed the maximum levels assumed for that subarea in the document • A substantial change is proposed in public facilities intended to service development in the area that may result in Increased adverse impacts on the environment. • Development or construction of public facilities will occur on a schedule other than that assumed in the environmental analysis document or plan for mitigation so as to substantially increase the likelihood or magnitude of potential adverse environmental impacts or to substantially postpone the implementation of identified mitigation measures • New information demonstrates that important assumptions or background conditions used in the analysis presented in the environmental analysis document are substantially in error and that environmental impacts have consequently been substantially underestimated. • The City determines that other substantial changes have occurred that may affect the potential for, or magnitude of, adverse environmental impacts. Who is oavino for the AUAR? Other activities related to Villaae olannino? Developers and major property owners will be charged fees to cover the cost of the AUAR This was raised at the Advisory Panel. The city wilt look at an ordinance and begin to determine when and how to charge for this activity. Overall, The costs associated with some of the Village Masterplan and all of the Village infrastructure, environmental and financial planning including communications and legal information are eligible to be charged to the developers and sewer system users with interest on the loaned funds rather than charged to general taxpayers. These reimbursed costs will include interest for the funds loaned to the Village planning effort To date the city has expended $650,000 on the Village project. 6 J CONTEXT OF THE AUAR IN THE VILLAGE PLANNING The Village planning and decision making process (Attachments 2 and 3) The AUAR does not deal with financial information or policies. It is purely an environmental planning document that will be incorporated into the city's land use controls through the comprehensive plan and zoning code that is ultimately adopted for the Village. Essentially, three elements are involved in the Village Development process. 1) land use planning including the AUAR, 2) engineering and 3) financial planning. This is a tentative timeline for the Village planning and development. Any future step may be shorter or longer. This process assumes that the city is in the position of managing the development rather than reacting to development proposals that developers submit for city consideration and approval. The timelines in the MOU are being met as efficiently as possible given the housing market and the local decision making steps necessary to accomplish the goals. January 2005=2006 200610 April 2005 .tom ... Spring, `Aprfl2007 to Fall(2007 Summer, date 2007, - -Feb, Mardi +' Apri12008 -Dec 2008 . .2008 Memo of under- standing w Metro Council Comp plan Nov 2008 to Feb' 2009 Financial Analyses of Development Scenarios to determine costs of each development scenario. Including the mitigation, amenities and Infrastructure costs to be born by developers. Fall 2009 (1) Get formal developer commitment to provide financial guarantees for sewer to the Village and new development according to the plan. (1) Develop and accept Village Masterplan ;Feb '-! March 2009 Select a development scenario that meets environmental, financial and the land use planning principles In the Village Masterplan December 2009 Order forcemain to the Village to serve new development, if financial commitments are Made up front and housing market will support the cost of construction. 1-94 to 30'h Street forcemain sewer project design AUAR process underway Financial feasibility analysis of sewer system demonstrate s feasible Spring,"Summer Spring) Summer Develop and adopt financial policies for paying for development — focus on policies for new development but make sure the fiscal system is feasible Into the future and not Isolated March 2010 (1) 2010 Begin construction of forcemaln to the Village. Develop and adopt a Village comprehensive plan amendment to reflect the chosen development scenario Negotiate development agreements with developers for new development 2010 AUAR Developmen t Scenarios Order AUAR Spring, Summer, t, Fall 2009 ,..-, Develop and adopt Village zoning code and subdivision requirements and design elements to reflect selected development scenario Develop infrastructure to support development in new Village as part of developer's responsibility. Complete AUAR /adopt mitigation plans for the scenarios -Fall 2009 Develop capital improvement plan for the timing of public Improvements for the long term Implementation and the financing of public improvements and amenities 2010 ,'' 2010 and beyond Begin new Village development along the east side of the Village Revisit fiscal policies, annually revisit the capital improvement plan for timing future public Improvements and revisit land use controls through zoning when needed to clarify and improve This is subJecl to c range depending upon the developers' a rility to pay up front for the infrastructure and guarantee housing market to cover costs. 7 DECISION TO BE MADE: The city council created a mechanism for absorbing the required growth for the city until 2030 and to accommodate regional sewer. Part of the plan is to provide development and redevelopment in the Village area. This is a comprehensive and complex process that has put the city in control of the future land use planning, development and redevelopment of the Village. This next planning step is a detailed environmental review that will keep the process moving forward by gathering critical information to help the city council determine what the positive and negative impacts are associated with different development scenarios and how to manage these impacts. This requires ordering the AUAR and selecting the development scenarios to be evaluated in this process. The Council's decision should be made with the understanding that the city council Is interested in gathering information on various development scenarios for the Village based upon the Masterplan for environmental analysis. This information will help the city protect any positive natural features and to negate any development scenarios (or portions of development scenarios) that may have negative impacts. It is further understood that the city council is not endorsing any one of these specific development scenarios as the preferred development scenario to be implemented through the comprehensive plan amendment process because this decision would be premature at this time. • If the city council wants to explore the range of new housing units in the Village based upon the information* in the comprehensive plan (600 units) and the recorded public citizen Input strongly supporting this option and in the Village Masterplan (1,000 to 1,600 units, which includes some apartment/condos units), it is I ecommended that the city council approve studying the scenarios that include: 1) 600 new housing units: 2) 1,000 new housing units, and 3) 1,600 new housing units because It is more cost efficient to gather the information now to be able to male future informed decisions about the preferred land use scenario in the Village with this information on hand. • If additional scenarios beyond two are to be studies, the city council should amend the contract with Bonestroo to add $ 11, 720 per additional development scenario and that this be charged back to the developers/property owners through a future fee structure to be developed in the coming months. • It is recommended that the city council approve an anticipated completion date of December, 2008 for the purpose of being on record as to when the city expects to complete the AUAR process. *This Is not the legal opinion of required housing in the comp plan, which is based upon the existing housing unit count of 194 rather than 500 existing housing units. SUGGESTED MOTION FOR CONSIDERATION Move resolution 2008-018 ORDER OF BUSINESS • Introduction • Presentation/Report • Questions to presenter (3 minutes/round robin) • Questions from the public to the council (3 minutes/round robin) • Call for a motion • Discussion (3 minutes/round robin) • Action Susan Hoyt, City Administrator Clara Schlichting, Consultant, Bonestroo Mayor and Councilmembers Mayor facilitates Mayor and Councilmembers Mayor facilitates City Council 8 ATTACHMENTS: 1. Resolution 2008-018 for consideration • Resolution Exhibit A: AUAR Boundary • Resolution Exhibit B: Three Village Masterplan AUAR development scenario options • Resolution Exhibit B: Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map (required development scenario) 2. Timeline for Village activities to date 3. Decision making chart (December, 2007) 4. Letter from Bonestroo regarding additional development scenarios 5. Advisory Panel meeting notes 6. Public Input a. open house summary of verbal comments received b. translated (typed) handwritten comments (from comment sheets) c. written comments received 7. Letter from attorney on comprehensive plan sewered housing unit count CITY OF LAKE ELMO RESOLUTION NO. 2008-018 A RESOLUTION ORDERING AN ALTERNATIVE URBAN AREAWIDE REVIEW OF THE LAKE ELMO VILLAGE AREA WHEREAS, A. There is an approximate 1,129-acre area in the City of Lake Elmo, located within portions of Sections 11, 12, 13, 14, and 23 within Township 29 North. Range 21 West in Washington County, Minnesota, as depicted on the attached Exhibit A. The property is known as the Lake Ehno Village ("Subject Property"). B. The urbanization of the Subject Property will require environmental review in accordance with the Minnesota Environmental Review Program. C. The Minnesota Environmental Review Program rules provide for an Alternative Urban Areawide Review ("AUAR-1, as an appropriate form of environmental review for proposed plans for the Subject Property. D. The City of Luke Elmo will he the Responsible Governmental Unit ("RGU") for purposes of the AUAR. E. The AUAR shall address the geographic area and development specified in Scenarios A, B, C, and D as depicted on the attached Exhibit B. which scenarios and Exhibit B arc hereby incorporated by reference. F. The City of Lake Ehno has adopted a comprehensive plan that includes the elements set forth in Mn. Rules 4410.3610. subpart 1 items A to C. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Lakc Elmo: 1. That pursuant to Minnesota Rules 4410.3610 subp. 3, an AUAR of the Subject Property is ordered and shall be prepared to meet all applicable requirements set forth in Minnesota Statutes Chapter 116D and Minnesota Rules Chapter 4410. 2. That the City of Lake Elmo as the RGU shall prepare and distribute the AUAR. Bonestroo, Inc. or its agents, is designated to prepare a draft of the AUAR for approval by the City, in accordance with Minnesota Rules 4410.3610. DATED this day of , 2008 1 ATTEST: Sharon Lumby, City Clerk CITY OF LAKE ELMO Dean Johnston, Mayor zai 0 E_ isi tag Ilf SI nflsrn 1L'ak'e} 4:3rdLSt?jN� ■ 2hd St 39tfi}iSt'sal o 0l c arl zl 32nd Lake Elmo Village AUAR Boundary N 500 0 500 Feet i S�tf1N! 4: AUAR Boundary y •j Municipal Boundary ■i1 1 -10 a aim 4I'� 11S 44th=S N :1 INNS 1111111111 11111111111 111111111111 ' I • Exhibit A Bonestroo September 14, 2007 1:/38I3808001Igls/avproJecfslever bnd.mxd Exhibit B Village Masterplan AUAR Development Scenarios (A, B, & C) Village Masterplan- Composite Land Use Map Masterplan Composite Land Use New Mixed Use * Mixed Use (Non -Residential') 16.46 acres * Mixed Use (Residential) 56.0 acres New Residential Potential Future Redevelopment * Non -Residential' * Residential New Civic/Institutional Development Buffer Zone, Open Space Existing Old Village City Fabric Existing Open Space Horse Farm New Parks/Open Space 'Total Residential Units Total Snuare Footages of Non -Residential Uses Acres Scenario A • 600 72.46 200,000 ft2 100 units 308.55 450 units 44.52 - 250,000 ft2 50 units 200,000 ft2 No development No development No development No development No development 600 units 650,000 ft2 16.47 226.02 305.67 45.29 74.10 35.35 ' Non-residential Includes 300,000 ft`of commercial and 150,000 ftz of office use Exlaan 0l Old Vlllaee Clly Fabric Potential Future Redevelopment (Existing Developed Remelt) riNew MlxmUse Developmee nt ■ Now Clvloanalltellonal Development Now Realdonital Development ■Duller Zone/ Open Dpaoe New Parka/ Open Space u y,-- Exlsung Perks, Open Space Horse Farm Scenario B -1,000 I 200,000 ft2 200 units 700 units 250,000 ft2 100 units 200,000 fie No development No development No development No development No development 1,000 units! 650,000 ft2 Scenario C - 1,600 200,000 ft2 400 units 1015 units 250,000 ft2 185 units 200,000 ft2 No development No development No development No development No development 1,600 units 650,000 ft2 Exhibit B Required Lake Elmo Comprehensive Plan AUAR Development Scenario (Scenario D) Medium Density/ Mixed Use Residential r" High Density Residential Existing Villager tc ti II PREI.IMINARY VILLAGE AREA FUTURE LAND USE Lake Elmo Comprehemive Pion 2000.2030 mn,nm114 Public/Semi Public Low Density Residential Village Future Land Use Designation Acres Housing Units Commercial/Office (ft`) Institutional (ft`) Village Residential High Density(VR/HD) 7 102 Village Residential Low Density (VR/LD) 77 339 - Village Residential Mixed Use/Medium Density (VR MU/MD) 86 465 450,000 Village Residential Public/Semi Public (VR PIS) 43 - 200,000 Village Residential Green Belt (VR GB) 717 - No designation (existing Village Area)I 199 Total 1,129 906 450,000 200,000 I Refers to the "white" areas on the Village Area Future Land Use Map Early 2005 - 2006 June, 2005 August 3, 2006 March 14, 2006 April 19, 2006 June 6, 2006 June 20, 2006 October 24, 2006 November 1, 2006 December 5, 2006 December 12, 2006 January 2, 2007 January 2, 2007 January 9, 2007 January 20, 2007 January 23, 2007 February 6, 2007 February 6, 2007 February 6, 2007 February 6, 2007 February 20, 2007 February 27, 2007 March 6, 2007 March 6, 2007 March 12, 2007 March 19, 2007 March 20, 2007 Mid -March, 2007 March 21 March 28 April 3, 2007 April 3, 2007 April 10, 2007 April 17, 2007 April 17, 2007 May 1, 2007 June 7, 2007 Mid - June, 2007 July 26, 2007 Comprehensive Plan process identified the timing of development/sewer in the Village. RFQ for Village City Council City Council Public Open House City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council Planning Commission Park Commission City Council Citywide mailing Public Open House Public Open House City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council Public project meeting Public project mailing AUAR Advisory panel Public Meeting Dates Related to the Village Plan and Related Activities As of March 14, 2008 Series of meetings by the city council and the planning commission on an updated 2030 comprehensive plan.. City Council Interview for Village Team Planning Team presented recommendations Presented masterplan and received comments Accepted Village Masterplan phase I Proceed with Masterplan phase 11 Update on the status of the plan Hire project director Approve sewer service area St. Croix Valley Family Center discussion (new Village) Update on the Village masterplan Financial advisor on Village plan financing options SCV Family Center Discussion Infrastructure workshop Financial workshop on financing infrastructure Approve alignment for sewer from 1-94 to 30r" sT Endorse process for reviewing the AUAR proposals Endorse proceeding with EAW on 1-94 to 30th Trunk Project Schedule public hearing to extend land use moratorium on new Village Approve proposal for financial planning for utility infrastructure Presentation of Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) proposals Final masterplan presentation at workshop Authorize preliminary design for Village trunk sewer (connector) Final masterplan presentation Final masterplan presentation Verbal update on Village planning Announcing Village open houses Presentation on final masterplan and public input Presentation on final masterplan and public input Public hearing to extend the new Village development moratorium and action Approve distribution of the EAW trunk sanitary sewer project Workshop on Masterplan and AUAR Accept the Village masterplan (composite land use map) Officially accept the AUAR proposal and move forward with appointments Receive update on the interim zoning ordinance 1-94 to 30th infrastructure project - presentation to project area persons and public Mailing to project persons and participants in 6/7/07 meeting with project summary of questions The AUAR purpose and process City council meetings and workshops on the Village are televised. August 7, 2007 August 7, 2007 August 23, 2007 September 4, 2007 September 12, 2007 Week of September 10 Week of October 8 October 16, 2007 October 18, 2007 October 30, 2007 November 5, 1007 November 5, 2007 November 27, 2007 December4, 2007 February 4, 2007 February 13, 2008 February 28, 2008 April 1, 2008 Public Meeting Dates Related to the Village Plan and Related Activities As of March 14, 2008 City Council City Council AUAR advisory panel City Council City Council Citywide mailing Citywide mailing City Council Public meeting City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council City Council Advisory Panel AUAR Public Open House on AUAR development scenarios Scheduled — City Council City council meetings and workshops on the Village are televised. Declaration of negative environmental impact for the Village sanitary sewer extension (1-94 to 30th Street) Authorize additional area in new Village to be in development moratorium Current conditions in the Village Request by Todd Williams to attend non public agency meetings on the Village AUAR Workshop on AUAR - current conditions Newsletter with 1-94 to 30th Street project update Mailing on 1-94 to 30th St update meeting on 10-18-07 Engineering update on the 1-94 to 30th St infrastructure project Engineering update on the 1-94 to 30th St infrastructure project First workshop on financing sewer Request a legal opinion on the number of new housing units required in the Village according to the comprehensive plan Authorize the reconfiguration for the 1-94 to 30th Street Trunk sewer from a combination forcemain/gravity to a forcemain only sewer Second workshop on financial planning for sewer Receive legal opinion on the number of new housing units for the Village required in the comprehensive plan Endorse four development scenarios to move to the Advisory Panel and the public for comment Review development scenarios OakLand Junior High 6:30 to 8:30 (All city mailing, display ads in local papers) Consideration of development scenarios and ordering the AUAR ROAD MAP FOR DECISION MAKING Future Planning ENGINEERING AND FINANCIAL i9 Study Preliminary Financial Feasibility of Sanitary Sower ✓ Provide Feedback on Assumptions ✓ Conceptual Understanding Obtain Firm Financial Commitments from Developers for Sanitary Sower and Other Development Fees 1 Award Bids for Sewer Trunk 1-94 to 30111 1 Issue Bonds for Sewer Trunk I-94 to 30th 1 Award Contract for Sewer Trunk I-94 to 30th 1 Sower Installed to Now Development Sower Installed In existing Village by 2030 on project -by -project basis, as approved by Council AUAR Environmental Review Determine Land Use Options to Study ✓ Comp Plan ✓ Other Estimated Completion fall, 2008 Includes public participation process Accept Development Appficat ons Timing depends on housing market Development Approval Process Each development request goes through City approval process RECEIV JAIL 2 2 January 21, 2008 Susan Hoyt City Administrator City of Lake Elmo 3800 LaVerne Avenue North Lake Elmo, MN 55402 Re: Village AUAR City of Lake Elmo Bonestroo File No.: 000038-06001-0 Dear Susan: SSI ig ay 36 W 5t. Pa 55113 Te1651-636-4600 Fax 651-636-1311 www.honestraacom sir ionestroo D5U Planning & Design We have completed the first phase of the AUAR process. The overall purpose of the first phase of the process was to gather, analyze, and share background information with various stakeholders to determine the appropriate scope of the AUAR analysis. In addition to information gathered through the first phase of the AUAR process, the City Attorney provided an analysis of the requirements set forth in the adopted Comprehensive Plan and I provide a similar analysis, which is described in this letter. Lastly, the City has been contacted by Lakeview Hospital representatives that desire to locate a hospital near Stillwater Boulevard and Manning Avenue. Collectively, this information prompts reconsideration of the AUAR development scenarios and potentially collecting additional traffic information, It is noted that proposed revisions to the AUAR scope and cost estimate for adding the hospital to the AUAR are being transmitted to you under separate cover. DEVELOPMENT SCENARIO OPTIONS The Environmental Quality Board (EQB) requires that an AUAR include at least one scenario that is consistent with the adopted Comprehensive Plan. The scope of our existing AUAR work program includes the review of two (2) development sceneries: a'scenario consistent with the. adopted Comprehensive Plan and a scenario based on the Village Master Plan. At the beginning of the.AUAR process, the Council provided initial guidance regarding the two (2) AUAR development scenarios. • The Council requested that a range of 600 —1,600 residential units be feviewed through:the AUAR process, Itisrecommended that two additional development sceneries that accommodate 1,000 residential units bereviewed through the process; It is important to remember that a "preferred" scenario is not selected through.AUAR process. St Paul St Cloud Rochester Milwaukee Chicago 1 tngmeeis Architects Planners: Susan Hoyt Page 2 Lake Elmo Village GUAR lanuary2l, 2008 Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive plan states that 1,100 sewered housing units will be accommodated within the Village. The City Engineer determined that there are 198 existing housing units in the Village. By subtracting the number of existing units from the number of anticipated units, the net result is 902 units. The City Attorney provided a legal opinion regarding the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan, He determined that the Comprehensive Plan requires 906 new housing units in the Village. It is noted that since providing the number of existing housing units to the City Attorney, the City Engineer determined that four (4) additional existing housing units are located on the second story of mixed use buildings in the Village. Given my analysis of the Comprehensive Plan, I recommend that a development scenario including 1,000 residential units be reviewed through the AUAR process. This scenario would be presented as the scenario consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Village Master Plan. The Village Master Plan was created and the concept was accepted by the City Council. In order for the city to adequately assess its options for implementing the village vision, it is recommended that a development scenario be added that addresses the housing unit requirements in the adopted Comprehensive Plan within the context of the Master Plan. This development scenario could include approximately 1,000 residential units that would be accommodated in a manner consistent with the Master Plan, rather than the Village Area Future Land Use Plan included in the Comprehensive Plan, COST ESTIMATE Our existing work program and budget is based on reviewing two scenarios for the cost of $219,250, The estimated cost to add each additional scenario to the AUAR is $11,720 per scenario. This cost estimate is generally based on increasing the cost of the remaining work program by 5% for each additional scenario. The two exceptions to the 5% cost increase assumption are related to Tasks 201 and 317. • Task 201, preparing the development scenario alternatives, was estimated to cost $4,000 to prepare two scenarios (or $2,000 per scenario). The estimated cost to prepare each additional scenario is also $2,000 (rather than a 5% increase of $200 per scenario, which would not be adequate budget to prepare the additional scenario). • Task 317, the traffic impact analysis, was estimated to cost $29,000 for two scenarios. The estimated cost for each additional scenario is $2,300, which is an 8% increase per scenario. The cost estimate includes the necessary data analysis, trip generation, level of service analysis, mitigation, graphics, and documentation. A table showing the revised cost estimate is included on the next page. Two scenarios are included in the existing scope and each additional scenario would increase the cost by $11,720 (i.e.., the table shows the cost of adding one additional scenario - adding two would increase the original cost by $23,440). An additional City Council workshop was added to the work program to provide the City Council additional time to review the development scenarios after they are prepared (Task 209). We learned that it was the opinion of some stakeholders that the PM peak traffic hour in Lake Elmo was later than the time period studied. It is our opinion that additional traffic count data is not necessary given the results of the previous counts and input from Washington County. If the City would like to obtain traffic Susan Hoyt Page 3 Lake Elmo Village AUAR January17, 200E count data for the six intersections for the 5:30 p.m. — 6:30 p.m, or 6 p.m. — 7 p.m. time period, the cost would be an additional $1,300. kevlsed Cost Estimate 21-Jan-08 Phase 1: ilackground Research and Analysis (Tasks 1D1 •108) Task 109 Revised Peak Period Traffic Counts Phase 1 Subtotal Phase 2: Development Scenario Alternatives Task Description Task 201 Prepare Development Scenario Alternatives Tasks 202-208 Development Scenario Review Process Task 209 Additional CCWksp - Development Scenario Review Phase 2 Subtotal Phase 3: AUAR Process Task Description Task 301 Dpen House/CC Mtg 2 - Alt, AUAR • Tasks 302-325 Prepare Draft AUAR & Mitigation Plan Tasks 326-333 Draft AUAR Review Process Tasks 334-337 Prepare Final AUAR & Mitigation Plan Tasks 338-342 Final AUAR & Mitigation Plan Review Process Phase 3 Subtotal Protect Managementilohn Shardlow special counsel Grand Total SUMMARY OF DEVELOPMENT SCENARIO OPTIONS We are presenting four (4) development scenario options for the City to consider reviewing through the AUAR process. These options are summarized below, It is noted that the square footages for potential commercial, office, and institutional uses shown below are based on the composite land use map and were calculated by Bruce Jacobsen with Close Landscape Architects. Prevlmss Cost Estimate $ 23,850 $ 23,850 4,000 13,000 LOSTtSTIIfRTW ' per,Adda R ' ed' Scanarlo 5 pe Total 2 ,300 $ $ 1<300 2,000 $ 6,' $0 650 $ 14 50 000 5 00 $ 17,000 7.A$ 2,650 $ 2100 $ 21, 0 5,000 105,200 24,600 17,000 12,600 250 5 ,250 6,110 $ 1 310 1,230 $ 2 850 - $ 17, 630 $ 13,2 $ 164,400 $ 9,070- $ - $ 17 14,000 $ 219,250'ra $ 11,720 $ _,300 $ 234, 0 Alternative 1 • 600 residential units • 300,000 SF Commercial • 150,000 SF Office • 200,000 SF Institutional Alternative 2 ▪ 1,600 residential units • 300,000 SF Commercial • 150,000 SF Office a 200,000 SF Institutional Alternative 3 — Comprehensive Plan • 1000 residential units • Non-residential within the Mixed Use Category (approximately 40 acres) — need to define Alternative 4 • 1000 residential units • 300,000 SF Commercial • 150',000 SF Office • 200,000 SF Institutional Susan Hoyt Page 4 Lake Elmo Village AUAR January 21, 2008 We are open to modifying any aspect of the existing and proposed work program to achieve a better result for the City.1 would be happy to attend the February 4, 2008 City Council Work Session to discuss the development scenario options. Sincerely, Clara Schlithting, AICP The AUAR Advisory Pan& met on February 13, 2008 to review and discuss the Village Master Plan development scenario options to evaluate through the Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR). The Panel received a lot of land use information and had a robust discussion regarding all three scenarios based on the Village Master Plan (600, 1,000, 1,600 housing units). The Panel nearly came to 100% consensus in determining that evaluating all three scenarios through the AUAR process has value since the AUAR data will allow the city to determine both the positive and negative impacts from each scenario, which will assist the city in making decisions about how to develop in the future. One Panel member felt that 600 units was more desirable and reflected market realities. This meeting summary includes a list of meeting attendees, the agenda, and a summary of the Advisory Panel's discussion. Attendees: Advisory Panel: Fred Banister - Environmental Commission Todd Bruchu - Parks Commission Vice Chair Paul Bruggeman - Lake Elmo Development Group (Steve Gaffney in place of) Margaret Carlson, Environmental Commission Chair, Convener for the evening John Dobbs, Land Owner (Steve Bona in place of) Neil Krueger - Land Owner Jennifer Pelletier - Planning Commission Vice Chair Todd Ptacek - Planning Commission Chair Peter Schiltgen - Land Owner David Steele - Parks Commission Chair Judith Screaton — Land Owner (David Screaton in place of) City Staff Susan Hoyt— City Administrator, City of Lake Elmo Kelli Matzek — Assistant City Planner, City of Lake Elmo Kyle Klatt — Planning Director, City of Lake Elmo Jerry Filla — City Attorney, City of Lake Elmo City's Consultant Ciara Schlichting — Bonestroo Lisa Fay — Bonestroo Audience/Other Attendees.. Bruce Maus, Lakeview Hospital Representative Other, did not sign in Page 1 AGENDA 1. Welcome and Introductions The meeting opened with welcome and introductions led by Margaret Carlson, Convener for the evening and Chair of the Environmental Commission 2. Village Planning Update City (Susan Hoyt) presentation (Village Road Map for Decision Making) 3. Review Advisory Panel Role Bonestroo presentation (presentation is posted on the city's Village AUAR website) 4. Recap of AUAR process to date Bonestroo presentation (presentation is posted on the city's Village AJAR website) 5. Overview of Village Master Plan Development Scenario Options Bonestroo presentation (presentation is posted on the city's Village AUAR website) 6. Overview of Comprehensive Plan Development Scenario Bonestroo presentation (presentation is posted on the city's Village AUAR website) 7. Next Steps February 28, 2008 — Public Open House March (date TBD) — Select the Development Scenarios to be reviewed in AUAR and officially order the AUAR to be prepared. 8. Questions and Discussion among the Advisory Panel Members Please note that the following is intended to capture the matn points discussed during the Advisory Panel Meeting on February 13, and it is possible that the notes below are not comprehensive. Errors, omissions, or other corrections should be forwarded to Kelli Matzek, Assistant City Planner. As much as possible, the speaker is identified in the text below. Where the speaker is unknown, it is indicated by a series of clashes " Ouestions, Comments & Discussion Bruchu: Should the Advisory Panel members have the principles outlined in the Master Plan? Hoyt: City considering how best to distribute that information, Possibly on web site. Banister: How did we get off on the existing village housing unit count in comp plan? Don't know? Hoyt: Ciara, why does the City have to analyze the comp plan? Schlichting: MN Rules require it. Hoyt: Map matters, Can't just put housing units anywhere. Page 2 Schlichting: In describing each scenario, must describe type of use and density. And provide a map to show where they are located. Pelletier: Between now and open house, are we supposed to think about traffic, soils, water, etc. lots of work? Schlichting: We (Bonestroo) will analyze the impacts in the AUAR. You don't have to. Hoyt: That's why we need the scenarios, So the AUAR has something to analyze. Until we know how the development is going to look in the maps, we can't do that. Then the analysis will show the impacts and we can figure out what mitigation will be required. Pelletier: So were not deciding between now and the open house what we want to look at? Schlichting: Council is asking for comments on the 3 options - 600, 1000, and 1600 units. Hoyt: Panel can provide input on how those units will look on the land, Krueger: More intellectual, not factual? Schlichting: Yes. Krueger: Are there case studies we can look at? Are there some examples in these ranges that we could look at so we can form some opinions? Schlichting: Each AUAR has such specific impacts that it is hard to compare with other AUARs that looked at the same number of units. Hoyt: Issue is what is the Advisory Panel to comment on? What are we asking them? See map. Should the housing be distributed differently? Is that what we're asking? Schlichting: Map shows one scenario based on the Master Plan. City Council wants to look at several scenario options from the Master Plan. Does the panel agree? Panel can also comment on the allocation of units, number of units, other development, etc. Hoyt Numbers from master plan? City Council asking public to comment on all 3 options for Master Plan. Schlichting: That's why meeting next week. A lot to digest. Is this enough mixed use? Pete Schiltgen: Doesn't make sense, Would think it should be open ended. Environmental analysis should say we can put units here, etc. Schlichting: Need those scenarios to see what the capacity of the land is. Need to analyze the differences. Hoyt: Master Plan is trying to deal with what land uses make sense and where they should go. Schiltgen: 1000 acres of properties. Experts should say what it can support...not advisory panel or people. Steve Bona: I agree with Pete. Wouldn't you base the study on the maximum and then back up from there? If you find out traffic, wetlands, etc, fine, then Council would go with what works. We can't say how many units are going to work, what the market will bear, etc. Can kind of tell where we'd like to see it. Other cities look at max first and then decide if they want the max or need to back off. Schlichting: Many AUARs do include the max. In the past we have done some AUARs that only look at one scenario. But found that really the City ended up looking at something less after the AUAR was completed. And then didn't have the info to see what the roads, etc, would look like. Klatt: Units come into play. How many units could work to pay for the sewer? Hoyt: Conservatively ran a 600 and 1000 unit. Showed it could be feasible. Financing piece comes after the AUAR is completed. Klatt: Don't have enough of the pieces. Page3 ---: Comes down to hard cost per lot, Developer can't do it if the numbers don't work. Can't just pick a unit number if the financial numbers won't work. Klatt: 2 options, min and max and then figure out middle ground. Schiltgen: When should AUAR be done? Schlichting: We expect Fall of this year. Schiltgen: What will we give them? Schlichting: Draft AUAR to come out in spring/summer. Hoyt: What is in the document, is that what you want to know? Schiltgen: What will you give them? Schlichting: At end of AUAR, will have development options, impact info, mitigation. Council adopts the AUAR document but does not select a scenario. Hoyt: They will have what traffic improvements are needed, what stormwater management needs to be, etc. Schiltgen: Developers already know this. Hoyt: But City wants to know the environmental piece as a whole, Schiltgen: It will be run by the developers. Isn't going to be parks, playgrounds because that doesn't pay for it. Klatt: Environmental review and specific proposals. Benefit looking at big picture instead of by each project. Do one big review, have to make some assumptions and work with those numbers. Not much different from doing land use planning, comp planning. We will be ahead with environmental analysis. Carlson: How are Comp Plan housing unit numbers derived? Why didn't we just use 794? Attorney: City attorney looked at the Comprehensive Plan requirements and determined that 906 units are required given that only 194 existing units are in the village and the comprehensive plan used 500. Why they used 500 to be existing - don't know.. Steele: Enormous amount of work. Scenarios. What do we think? I have no idea. What do you want us to answer? schlichting: We want to get your input in each of the scenarios — how units are allocated. Can glean allocation of units from the Master Plan. We don't live in the community, you are the sounding board — does this make sense in terms of the Master Plan? Is there value in looking at more than one scenario? Should there be more than one scenario? How do the units get allocated? Steele: Range. We should look at low, high and in between. Nothing else to say Schlichting: That's what we're looking for. ---: Do we have to look at comp plan? Schlichting: Yes. Hoyt: That is confusing. Have to do 906 units and the green border because that's the Comprehensive Plan scenario, The Comprehensive plan is required, but the City Council has gone past that and accepted the Master Plan vision as how they want the village to develop. The 600, 1000, 1600 unit scenarios are all based on the Master Nan composite land use map. Bona: Won't be able to compare the 906 units to high and low end of the range Page 4 -: but what makes sense is 558-... Hoyt: We can't do that because of the previous error in counting existing village housing units. Says 1100 sewered units in the comp plan. Assumed 500 existing would get sewer and that 600 new would get sewer. But it requires 1100 sewered units. Al! property owners in green ma can't develop. Master Plan looks different than the Comprehensive Plan. Required to analyze the comp plan, so we have to pay for it. Do we do 3? Schlichting: The recommendation from the City Council was to have the 3 options. We're looking for input from the panel. Attorney: Comp plan will change after the AUAR process. Will be amended to accommodate the Master Plan. There will not be that much green space around the Old Village. Hoyt: There will be a lot of green space, but it won't necessarily look like it is portrayed on the map. Schiltgen: Reminds me of past experience on another panel. How make a decision — constants, variables, farm story. Try it and see if it works. Pelletier: Seems we have 2 different lines of thinking. Middle of the road approach. And see what the environmental impacts are. 0r do the range I want the least number of units. Community has a lot of environmental issues. But town has a desire to remain rural and there are some legitimate environmental factors that should play into a decision. Appreciate that developers have to make money. Bona: If go down the middle and found couldn't support it. Can't go back? Schlichting: Would have to amend the AUAR. If developer proposes less than what was analyzed then don't have to redo. If comes in for more, then you have to amend it. Pelletier: Is there a purpose if we analyze the info and developers say it can't work? Schlichting: Not part of the AUAR, you want the AUAR to provide flexibility for future decision making regarding the appropriate number of units for the village. If city just looks at 1000 units and finds it's not enough density to get the amenities you would have to update the AUAR to analyze the impacts of a scenario that includes more than 1000 units. Carlson: Some of this is already done because know some of what isn't going to work. Hoyt: Can we average the difference? 1000 would be a good number Jennifer seems to be saying. Schlichting: Should really look at the range. Need the middle because at end of the AUAR process if you've only done the high and low ends of the range, can't know readily how the impacts would differ in the middle. Opinion is that the ends of the range plus the middle gives better information. Steel: Is there an advantage to doing the middle? Is there a downside at all? Schlichting: No downside, Pelletier: Just move forward and do all 3? Krueger: Been at this for 10 years. Experts telling us what the City can bear with sewer. Need to look at the land, Can we add another 1600 in the next 20 years? Don't think so, Market conditions will not dictate that in the next 20 years. Too many people too many units. Why study that? Not even possible. Why look at that? Community wants the units kept low. Agree with Pete. Have to have a plan but going too high doesn't make sense. People and market will not support 1600. Steele: Since the number is already in play. Then we should look at it. Hoyt: It is in the Master Plan. Page 5 Schlichting: City Council supports evaluating the range of 600 to 1,600 units. Steele; Has it been identified as possible? Schlichting : Yes, in Master Plan. Hoyt: See higher number of units because absorbed in mixed use development. -: Old village is 10% of Lake Elmo. Why only looking at that area? Schlichting: One community has done an AUAR of their entire city. Typically, they select growth areas and focus on that. ---: why can't we add another 40? Hoyt Comp plan is not the way to implement development. Big area. Makes sense to environmentally review it. Will have similar process in southern areas, Some other processes don't require the environmental analysis. 3 scenarios gives us more info. Too big and numbers retreat too. Need to look at scenarios so we have the info. Doesn't lock us into doing 1600 but good to have the information. Schlichting: We don't vote, but can we come to consensus? (All, but one member came to consensus to study all three Master Plan options through the AUAR process) Krueger: No. Dissenting opinion. General population doesn't want to see 1600 units so why look at it? And probably not going to do it. Why look at? Banister: Should look at it because don't know what housing will look like. Krueger: If we plan for 1600, people will come. If we build it they will come. Steele: Do you feel it makes it more likely for council to approve 1600? Krueger: I think waste of time because community can't support it. ---: Good to have the info, if people ask for it. Krueger Who will ask for it? -: Don't know. Can't say, but good to have the information. Helpful for city and developers. Amenities, etc. facts may ferret out that 1600 not doable but think we need to look at it because it's in the Master Plan. Do we have an open checkbook? Hoyt: $11,000 per each scenario. Money is budgeted. City Council will ask if the add info will be helpful as they move forward and make decisions. Pelletier: Intuitive reason why they chose the range? What philosophy went into unit count? Hoyt: Considered some time ago and then again last week. City Council feels 1600 is high, but it is in the Master Plan. 600 has been talked about in comp plan. The feeling is probably somewhere in between so they want to look at that. I'm paraphrasing for the City Council though. They generally want the info, is what I'm feeling and hearing. Schiltgen: Neal says don't study it. Not going to go away just because don't want to look at it. ---: Boundary is fixed? Page 6 Hoyt: Yes. And will become even more fixed after the AUAR is completed and a comprehensive plan amendment is processed. Steele: Do you need a motion? Schllchting: No. Bona: What would be discussed next week? Schllchting: Don't know that we need to meet if we've come to consensus, Hoyt: Advisory Panel's decision. Pelletier: Next step. Do you provide your environmental opinion and we provide our input on what is in the document? Schllchting: Yes. You will get the background info again and the draft AUAR analysis - that will be the next discussion of the impacts identified and the proposed mitigation. Steele: What will happen at open house? schlichting: There will be boards, comp plan, Master Plan, background info, comment sheets to fill out, informal discussion, Steele: Looking for public feedback? Pelletier: Any other environmental info? schlichting: No, have to wait for Council to order the analysis. Hoyt: Next step Is to actually evaluate it. Lakeview hospital has expressed interest, Not at a point where they can be included in this process. Currently in discussion. schlichting: Would warrant a new discussion with Advisory Panel. Hoyt: Would ask them to essentially do an AUAR on their own. Krueger: Suggestion. Publicize the number of units contemplating looking at. ---: Increase in land area by 3 times. Hoyt: Have to be clear not increasing land area. Density. Carlson: Other questions or comments? schlichting: (summarized next steps — upcoming City Council meeting, open house). Hoyt: If you have suggestions or ideas for input, send email. Carlson: (closed meeting.) Notes taken by Lisa Fay, Bonestroo. Page 7 PUBLIC INPUT FOR VILLAGE AUAR DEVELOPMENT SCENARIOS Lake Elmo Village AUAR Open House February 28, 2008 Village AUAR Development Scenario Options Verbal Comments (Available on DVD at City Hall) The city hosted a public open house to afford residents the opportunity to learn about the environmental review process and to get public comments regarding the three AUAR development scenario options the City Council is considering for evaluation in the environmental review (AUAR —Alternative Urban Areawide Review), The following is a summary of comments received during the public comment portion of the open house held at Oak Land Junior High on Thursday, February 28, 2008. Where possible, the person making the comment is identified along with their place of residence, The comments below are not verbatim but are meant to capture the essence of the comments being made. The full public comment portion of the open house was recorded and is available on DVD to check out or purchase from the City. Ellie Raven: We have a rural community - have to keep repeating, seems that fact gets forgotten, Overreaching in terms of wanting more development. 1600 units is far too many. More lanes of traffic sounds distressing. Like Lake Elmo the way it is. Understand Met Council has required some things. Sewer project has expanded far beyond what Met Council has required. Ask that City Council really consider that this has gone far beyond. Community does not want to have to deal with this. Choose a more conservative range 200, 400, 600 units. Not necessary to go to 1600 units. 0r is there a hidden agenda, maybe need the large number of units to pay for these additional services. Debbie Kreiger: 3 concerns. #1 - number of housing units. Would like as few houses as possible in Old Village. Would like to see in multiple units. More apartment buildings. Stack the units. #2 — green space preservation. City wants to do that but I don't see where they're doing that. Would like City to come together in a way that grants are created and more land can be purchased for green space. #3 —worried about impact related to more children and impacts to Lake Elmo Elementary School. Would like to see that addressed. Ann Bouchek, 2301, Legion Ave: 600 units, no more. Not against development. People who own that land should be allowed to development. Should be able to get their units. People continue to say we don't want this dense development. People are asking for 600 units. Don't want more, the excess that the City Council wants the study done for, Economy not good and city has spent $700,000 on these studies. Spending our reserve. Maybe we need to slow up and not spend all the reserve money 3rd concern - not only are we planning for 600 units, there will be 100,000 sq ft of institutional building, 350,000 sq ft for commercial development; equals 450,000 sq ft, same as 10 acres. Like building the Metrodome in Lake Elmo, That's a lot of development. Bill Walker, 3603 Laverne Ave N: Not opposed to progress, but the rate is what we need to watch Master grand plan is a white elephant. Way beyond what we can handle at this particular time. Susan Dunn 11018 upper 33rd St N: I've been monitoring for many years. Originally master plan had a max of 450 units. Met at the school about it, Marty Rafferty was here then, Then the City Council made a decision to do 600 units. And now all of a sudden faced with 600 being a minimum. Added 1000 and 1600 units for consideration - that's a lot, Asked people to look at similar villages like by St Joseph Hospital. Hwy 5 is already past capacity. Adding to congested area is not appropriate. City Council has options, Been requested to look at the economy— is it wise to continue to spend this money? Sewer pipe. Why not do it as a pay as you go situation and develop slowly? Tim Mandel, 2479 Lisbon: We're going to say the same thing over and over, Would like to see the smallest amount of density because we're a rural community. Won't stay rural if we put all those units in, Rural means low density, not high density. Don't try to change, just make it better. Doesn't make it better if we add to congestion on roads and in schools. Mike Homewood, 883 Jessmyn View N in Stonegate: I'm new here. Moved from AZ a year ago, Loved the feeling of space, whole ambiance here. Realtor didn't tell us this was happening — that there's been fighting for 20 years. From my personal experience, living in different areas, high density development results in lost ambience, higher crime, smaller houses, smaller garages, parking on street. Go across the freeway and purposefully come back driving down Lake Elmo Blvd for the country feel. Todd Ptacek: I represent a minority here in terms of community. I live south of 10th, there are 70 families in my community. We will be exposed too. Not saying if it should be 600 or 1600. Hoping that will come out of the study. Just hoping people realize the change will be felt in other parts of Lake Elmo, not just in the Village area, Those of us who purchased 2.5 acre lots, don't want to have to be pushed up against high density development. Hope the effects there will also be considered when decisions are made. Ed Neilson — 8498 Stillwater Blvd North: I'm confused. See a lot of words and village master plan on the boards here tonight. Don't see where things are going to be exactly. Lot of people are saying they want a small amount of development. Morris' property. Okay for farmers to sell. Big development will be south of 10'h, Also should build the minimum amount that we have to per Met Council. What does the Met Council expect? Have never seen meeting minutes generated, Public has no idea what has happened. Been here since 1968. Proud of the City. And the City Council. Help us understand. Jim Geschke, North Legion Ave: Hwy 5 housing is shown on maps. How many stories can they be? Are we going to have buildings 3, 4, or 5 stories high and 2 blocks long? Is there an architect involved? Is there a concept architecturally of what we'll get? (Clara Schlichting, Bonestroo: Landscape Architect put together the Master Plan, Have some potential options in the plan. But architecture is not part of the environmental review.) Jackie Pierre, 8780 42nd St N: The building industry is so depressed now that we are not in a position to consider any of the scenarios. The planning cost being spent now, when ideals will likely change and the economy is in its current state doesn't make sense. We should wait until the economy changes. Bruce Weitz, 1446 Lake Elmo Ave: Moved here in 1965 — really rural then, not the same now, We've been fighting a good fight but losing to some extent. Development has gone in. Original intent has been to maintain the rural character, Council was supporting that. Main concern is the planning aspect. Things I've been reading talk about sustainable living. What population might be. Energy consumption per person. Problems I see is the planning is on the assumption that things will occur. People are not planning adequately. Need to consider what is sustainable, Very unhappy with the way things are going. Should go with the lowest number of units possible and keep in mind what's going to happen in the future, Rosemary Armstrong, 8291 15'h St N: Agree with Weitz. All inevitable. See how we've appeased the Met Council, Related to light rail. Thinks that's why we are getting forced to have higher numbers. It's a shame we're not looking out for Lake Elmo and instead trying to appease the Met Council. Susan Dunn: How many people think 1600 is a correct number for them to be studying? 1000? 600 or less? Input from people. See City Council? People came out on this snowy night because they care about our city, they care about you, and they care about making right decisions. Ellie Raven: Some concern about being able to collect all of the input so people put their input in writing. You will be getting pieces of paper that reflect the sentiments of many of the citizens in this community. Thank you for considering our input. Part of democratic process. We all want to have a great community here. Julie Fleecelit, member of Planning Commission: Went through countless meetings on approval of comp plan and went through many planning commission meetings too. Bewildered at this point at what is being considered, given what it took to get agreement on the comp plan was a lot, Looking at scenarios that are over 2x the comp plan. Wondering why were looking at that, See what should be an exciting planning process for the Village Area turning into something ugly and negative and that is a shame. I have attended many public meetings and have heard many public comments and I have never heard once anyone supporting a high density scenario. I think it's time we start listening to the residents. 1600 should not even be a scenario considered. Over twice what's in the comp plan — how that was arrived at to even be considered is bewildering to me. Jennifer Pelletier, Planning Commission, Village Area AUAR Advisory Panel: Initially had the assumption that looking at 1600, 1000, and 600 units was okay, that it would prove them wrong. Based on the AUAR book that I have (info related to soils, wastewater, roads, schools, etc.), concerned we don't have the infrastructure needed - police force, post office, etc. if we have to add all those units, Look at all the things that would have to bee added. Our town is going down. Going to turn into all the other Twin Cities communities, Pelletier family will move back to Minneapolis. Don't want that, Want a respectful sharing of information. Once it's built, you can't go back so I hope the Council takes that to heart, Ed Nielson: Where did the 1600 unit number come from? (Susan Hoyt, City Administrator, responding to questions from Ed Nielson: 1600 came out of the Master Plan, 2 years of public input.) (Susan Hoyt: A DVD is being made of this part of the open house. Available for purchase or for checking out from City. Will also be aired for a time on publicTV.) Anne Buchek: All but 3 people here have said they want 600 or less. People have a right to develop their land. No one is saying more. Listen to the citizens of Lake Elmo. Ed Nielson: Is Pete Schiltgen's horse farm going to remain? Bob Van Zan: We're all here tonight because of the Village. But if you move the meeting south of 10`", people there will also say "we don't want it". But Met Council holds the cards. The city is going to grow even though we don't want it. It is going to grow. We have to accept that. That's why we have to look at ranges. Dean Johnson, Mayor, 8200 Hill Trail N: We all share the value of the rural character of Lake Elmo. Never been part of the discussion that there be more than what is required for Met Council. Total number had not been raised. Just the location, All the Lake Elmo City Council is trying to do is to find a way to find a balance with what people want and what is required by the Met Council. Ed Nielson: What limit did they set? Dean Johnson, Mayor: They have defined 8727 housing units. Steve Delapp, City Council: Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) says 500 units in the Village Area. Ed Nielson: I have never seen anything written. No meeting minutes. Don't believe anything. Don't see anything to substantiate a person's position. Steve Delapp, City Council: (Reads a portion of the MOA). Met Council said in a letter last month that our comp plan did not adhere to the MOU. Phone conversation - They said they didn't care if it was 500 or 600, they are pro development. Any discussion for more than 600 new units is being made by people who want the village area to grow by 3, 4, or 5 times. And have the effect south of 101h be 1-2% because the crowding down there would be too great. (Clara Schlichting, Bonestroo - MOU is on City's web site) Bruce Weitz: First meetings where those numbers came up. Forget about the 1600 because it came out of thin air. At that time, the 1600 number did not appear to be based on anything concrete. Really concerned with 500 or 600. That's what we were told, (Ciara Schlichting, Bonestroo: 1600 units comes from the Master Plan) Steve Delapp, City Council: Came with the understanding that we will listen to what residents said. Stating for the record that I will not vote for more than 600 units in the Village area. Anne Smith, City Council — I'd really like Steve to come clean and tell everyone how many units he would support. Steve Delapp, City Council: Brought the option of 900 units to the Council 6 months ago. Anne Smith: Units have to go somewhere. People here tonight received a flyer that was circulated by citizens to people in the Village Area. Would be more here to represent south of 10'h Street area if the flyer had been circulated to them as well. City is trying to be fair regarding the allocation of the units. We have to put them somewhere. Not being proposed to put 1600 units all within the Old Village. Have to consider what the residents of other parts of the City want too. Ellie Raven: I'm confused by that because hearing 600, 1000, and 1600, but now hearing 5,000 something. (someone answered — that is total including existing, for the whole City) Ellie Raven: Maybe some could be held in reserve. Mike Homewood: I don't think its right to pit people south of 10'h against people in the Village, We are making assumptions about what the people south of 10'h think and what they want and we don't know that. Bottom line is if you ruin the Village, you ruin Lake Elmo. Public Comments received regarding the Village AUAR Development Scenario Options This document contains the original comment sheets, e-mails, and letters received by March 14, 2008 regarding the Village AUAR development scenario options to evaluate through the environmental review process - the AUAR (Alternative Urban Areawide Review). The comments are organized as follows: • The first batch of comments were recorded on comment sheets available at the February 28, 2008 public open house. • The second batch of comments were recorded on comment sheets dated February 28, 2008 and titled "Public Input". • The third batch of comments were received via the project e-mail address (auarcomments©lakeelmo.orci), via U.S. mail, or at the March 4, 2008 City Council meeting. A summary of the verbal comments received at the February 28, 2008 Public Open House will be available on Monday, March 17, 2008. A summary of the Village AUAR Advisory Panel meeting on February 13, 2008 will be available on Monday March 17, 2008. Lake Elmo Village AUAR Village Masterplan Development Scenario Options Translated (Typed) Handwritten Comments This document contains a full compilation of the hand-written comments received on comment sheets regarding the Village Masterplan development scenario options received by the City of Lake Elmo by March 27, 2008. The written comments were typed up in this document to the best of our ability. We apologize if any of the handwritten comments were typed up incorrectly due to errors in reading the handwriting. The original comment sheets are posted on the City's website for viewing at www.lakeelmo,ora. Comment Sheets: The city has received hand-written comments on two different comment sheets: • The first set of translated (typed) comments were recorded on comment sheets made available at the February 28, 2008 public open house. • The second set of translated (typed) comments recorded on comment sheets dated February 28, 2008 and titled "Public Input". 1, I think that the building industry is so depressed now that we are not in a position to consider any one of these options. Stillwater has many new housing units that are sitting empty. We do not want this for Lake Elmo, Also, let's wait until the economy picks up to do the AUAR studies. Many things change. Building codes, etc. So we should wait. Also no environmental reviews. 2. How are the current economic conditions and housing market slump being factored into the decision making process for the Village Plan? I think keep progressing with the plan, but not implementing until the economy makes a turn to the good. One thousand six hundred homes are too many and are not consistent with the principles of the Village Master Plan. I wish we could go with the 600, but in view of the MOU, the 1,000 scenario may be the lesser evil to implement until such time that development is sustainable financially. And by that, I mean, the development is paid for by the developer. 3. We would like to see only Option #1 of 600 units evaluated and the impact of traffic, environmental, and open space affects. Lake Elmo should not become Woodbury. The attraction of Lake Elmo is its privacy, small town, and rural benefits, The cost of option evaluation along with the present economy downturn needs to be greatly taken into consideration, Bankruptcy and foreclosures, plus lack of sound investors, means poor financial backing. 4. Maintaining the City character is imperative. But, not at the added expense of our building to accommodate future growth now. Build a plan and implement in phases with milestones. Start out with a minimum and to spend as little to start as possible. 5. I have lived in the Old Village for 30 years and 1 keep waiting for improvements — nothing yet. I believe 600 to 1,000, either single or multi units, low income (subsidized or not) housing would be a great shot in the arm for Lake Elmo, both to support our local businesses, increase business, add businesses, and to help support our local tax collector. Page 1 of 6 I don't think we need another "Consultant Plan" or ten more years to "think" about which plan. Let's get going before I am too old to care. Do it. Get it done. 6. The three scenarios presented look at the least . the most development. The Council needs data from scenarios to justify a lower development density. (Doesn't seem like everyone understands that.) 7. There are many parks and lakes — not just rural areas, They should be preserved. • Lake Elmo Park Reserve • Tartan Park • Lake Elmo • Lake Demonterville • Lake Olson • Etc, • Etc. • Cimarron Golf Course Lake Elmo is only 25 square miles, Lakes cannot be built on and should not be destroyed. Septics can only handle so much. There is only so much clean water. Do not overbuild. 8. Thanks for the opportunity for input. Please put less than 600 units in the Village. We must preserve Lake Elmo as is. We are unique now. More houses will only destroy the town. Once these houses are built, we can never go back to the way we were. Develop south of 10`h as was explained to us when the agreement with Met Council was signed. 9. I am surprised that you are talking about the Village area and not south of 10th toward 694. If you were to look at south of 10th and 694, you will be able to put in the sewer easily. To me it seems like you should be working on this plan first, not the Old Village Center. I think that 600 units would be better because the housing market is not going well and it will cost too much in taxes for new roads, schools, etc. 10, First, it is unrealistic to only do traffic study on the intersections inside the study area. All intersections on highways between 694 and Old Village will be affected as well as the intersections on Highway 5 between 36 and Old Village. Second, I understand that we need some density in the Old Village in order for it to be an Old Village. The area south of 10'h should not take the entire burden, However, the infrastructure required to add 1,600 new units to the Old Village is prohibitive and the traffic mitigation plans would not be adequate to accommodate 1,600 units in the Old Village. Units added south of 10' would require fewer infrastructures. Third, the current depressed economy is making loans to municipalities more expensive, With building rates down, also due to the economy, we do not need to rush into this. Fourth, if you ruin the Village, you ruin Lake Elmo. 11, I think it is responsible to study the 1,600 to see what the "maximum" impact would be. You can always scale back, but if the numbers do not work with a lower number of units, it would require another study. 12. Thirty years ago the World Watch Institute concluded that the human race would not benefit by adding more people to the world, That was about 2,000,000,000 people ago. Lake Elmo will not benefit by adding more people to it. Let' go for the minimum not the maximum. Let's preserve the City for its high quality of low density. Thanks for your hard work, P.S. The sewer will go down my street, I do not want to hook up to it. 13. First, how will the City deal with access issues to the numerous developments that have single access points to major roads? As traffic intensifies and population grows, these entry points need to be considered in planning. Current traffic studies only include through roads. Dead end roads are not currently being studied. As a resident Page 2 of 6 of the "Fields of St. Croix" (one of those dead end roads), I experience, every day, the dangers of uncontrolled access to a high speed road — Highway 5. Our situation is not isolated. Lake Elmo needs to be involved in safety issues such as this. The development styles that have been encouraged and supported in the recent past need continued support as times and circumstances change. For the sake of safety and the quality of life people living in the many developments that make up a large portion of the City's residents, the City needs to protect and improve access to these many neighborhoods. Second, smaller is better for the Old Village. 14. For those opposed to development, the large tracts of open land are attracting "big box development". Evidence: • The office park along 1-94 • Expansion at the airport • The church on Highway 36 • The hospital at Highway 6 and Manning 15. Explore our options. Parcels of land that could be or will be available for purchase in our old business district on Lake Elmo Road north of the railroad tracks. 16. Way too much money development using current dollars. On 450 maximum plus senior and industrial. Other options: • AUAR should be done along 1-94, • Transportation corridor. • Stormwater in place along 1-94. • Transit visioning being done on 1-94. Information — Scenario at Lake Elmo Elementary School, 450 maximum for Old Village increased by Council action to 600. 400,000 square feet of institutions? (In addition to the number in each scenario.) Airport expansion issue not resolved. Surface water remediation — very costly. Mini Woodbury — scenarios are too high The scenarios do not include senior housing 17. No green space really identified 70% 18, I am not in favor of increasing the number of households in the Old Village area beyond 600. City wide meetings have been held before on this issue (Old Village household numbers) and the results are always the same. Limit it to fewer than 600 and allow for open space, Page 3 of 6 s.�were record `` (on comment sheef 'dated=`Fe i"n ary 28 2✓ 0$'>''`j ' `a' „ b ua yt 0 and comment sheet rnneluded True prn prepared comment statements, room an comments, and a,signature--block Seventy six (76) people -signed the ommeltf shee The five ore-oreoared comment statements on the "Public Input" comment sheet are below: 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend money on consulting fees for additional AUARs studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the 01d Village Area, 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5, Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 101h Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need a system. Find a better solution, Additional comment recorded on the "Public Input" comment sheets: 1. It is your duty and responsibility as elected officials to act in the best interest of the citizenry of Lake Elmo. You signed and agreed to 600 additional RECs in the Old Village. You must keep your word or your words are worth nothing, I love living in Lake Elmo because of our Old Village. If you follow your own guiding principles, and not follow the dollars, we can retain our character, If you follow the lure of developers, you have sold your soul and discounted our votes. Question: Why are you considering three development scenarios? In the literature sent out by the City it states that "one AUAR is based on the adopted Comprehensive Plan." It also states that "After the AUAR is completed the City will determine the financial implications for each scenario, prior to selecting..." Question: Is anyone on the City Council considering the implications in the larger milieu (social, environmental) rather than limiting your vision to only the financial implications? 2, I do not think you should approve any more than the minimum number of new units. 3. Regarding Item 5: Find a better solution? 4. Regarding Item 5: Delete 5. Regarding Item 1: Let us have natural growth. Please stop putting money on this AUAR. Wait until the economy picks up. Things change like building codes, etc. and no environmental reviews. Zoning laws change. I think that the building industry is so depressed now that we are not in a position to consider any one of these options. Stillwater has many new housing units that are sitting empty. We do not want this for Lake Elmo. 6. Why cost residents more money who have already invested in a septic system which should last 20 plus years if maintained correctly. Start development at 1-94 with the sewer and evaluate. Airport expansion, no. 7. I do not wish to see anything but the minimal village growth in the village as required by law. Multiple scenarios in the Master Plan represent needless spending and promote the sewer project, which I do not support. 8. Start at 1-94. I have never understood why you want to bring the line up to Old Village first. 9. I would like to see the 600 - 1,000 unit plan or medium. I would like to see mixed housing. Preserve the small town feel as much as possible. Bike and walking paths. Avoid chain stores. Page 4 of 6 10. Regarding Item 1: "600 units" or less. 11. The saga of dealing with the Metropolitan Council has been and probably still is one of the hidden agendas. in my opinion the issue of sizing the sewer line for connection to Lake Elmo is probably another such case. The "developers" interested in developing businesses along the 1-94 corridor need sewers to support the businesses yet to be developed. Someone has to pay this cost. My guess is that the sewer issue in another smoke screen which has nothing to do with housing developments in Lake Elmo, but rather with assessing Lake Elmo residents to pay for the cost of sewers to be used by businesses along 1-94. Accepting the proposed study at face value, I have done a little arithmetic using the numbers provided on the fact sheet. Translating the possible number of REC units into people density. The breakdown is as follows. REC Units People Per Acre Area Per Person 400 3.5 110' x 110' 600 8.6 70' x 70' 1,000 12.0 60' x 60' 1,600 17.0 50' x 50' The highest density of people listed is comparable to or higher than the inner city. This density is hardly a suburban density let along a semi -rural density. I drive by the City Walk condos in Woodbury frequently. Three things bother me about this "development". First, the number of units with lights on in the evening is quite small even though the complex is supposedly sold out, Second, just looking at this complex depresses me. (It's ugly.) Last, but not least, I cannot help but wonder if "developments" such as this will be the ghettos of tomorrow. However "development" will no doubt come to Lake Elmo whether I like it or not. However, the proposed study is just one more example of "development" driven mentality. 12. We are against this. 13. Regarding all 5 items: Please 14. Only 1 and 4 15. Regarding Item 5: I am also concerned with risk of impacting the lake (Lake Elmo), short term (construction) and long term (leaks and emergency overflows due to clogs or breaks). Financial necessity (to have enough units to pay for the long/expensive sewer extension) does not seem like a good argument. Financially the areas along 1-94 (targeted for growth by the Comp Plan and Met Council) are cheaper to serve by the sewer. 16. Put no more than 600 new houses in the Old Village, Do not waste money on the AUAR to study more than 600 new homes. 17, There are hundreds of residents in Lake Elmo that would like an honest answer as to why the sewer installation is not starting along 1-94. Then when revenues appear from logical development there, it can be installed gradually along the route. We fail to understand why it is being "catapulted" up to Highway 5, I have this question asked to me daily 18. Regarding Item 1: I would be okay with that. Will it work with the agreements that have been made with the Met Council? Why not wait until development plans are in place, so developers can pay the cost of sewering 30ih Street north. Just bring sewer up to 10th Street until that time. My understanding is that Lake Elmo Avenue is slated for repairs in the next few years per the County. I would recommend waiting until that time to avoid incurring extra costs, plus the added burden on the citizens of road repairs at two different intervals, rather that all at once. Considering the housing finance issues, I guess how prudent it is to be planning for a lot of development at this time. Page 5 of 6 19. If anyone on the City Council has in the future of this development, a family member, relative, or business partner involved and profiting from increased units, this is illegal political influence and should result in jail time and fines. 20. 1,000 more units than required goes against what we fought Met Council prior. Even in Supreme Court. Going against my . should be criminally prosecuted. 21. I am for no growth. 22, Regarding Item 1: If you need a range, use 200/400/600. Regarding Item 5: Find a better solution. Please reconsider this plan. As currently conceived, it threatens the viability of businesses and residential neighborhoods as well as the Lake. The extension beyond 10th Street is far beyond what MOA called for and the expense as the project threatens to deplete our community resources. As it is, our bond rating has already been negatively affected by the spending on ill-considered consulting and other activities of questionable value. 23. Please slow up the AUAR as you, the City of Lake Elmo, do not have an agreement with any developer who is willing to help foot the bill for the AUAR. Please tell the community about the 450,000 square feet of building that will go along with any scenario that is chosen. 24. Regarding Item 1: I understand that the MOU obligates the City to add 6,600 RECs and that whichever area of the City takes the bulk of those RECs will be terribly burdened. Do not take these units quickly... and do not take extra units above what the MOU requires. 1 do not believe the Old Village can handle the traffic for 1,600 new units even with the suggested mitigations, Regarding Item 2: But do all of the standard environmental impact studies (such as the one that was skipped concerning the Lake Elmo Avenue sewer project). Regarding Item 5: I have not researched which route is optimal, but during the Comp Plan process (rewriting it to comply with MOU), the City Council promised residents that they would not have to hook up to the sewer if their septic systems were still functioning properly. 25. Regarding Item 5: This just baffles me. 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ADDRESS: //G 7 S • V74- .574 VD Comments - AUAR Public Open House; 2/28/08 COMMENT (please identify board # if relevant to continent): • 4; r rt 4'4.1 3/j. (j, //cR,S'L- or 3 a e-As zek. v G.) a, f- lD, ,eve ram;ts — Nc-iti yt 6 0� /oh) 3 it 7tiic d-,M ; cc,A. j r ` s o 6s: ci; -mot) .s w v 4-1 •``-� v� a IA- t- V -J C4 6 tic : i'n-5--s -, / n c /"r-• i. D �i 5 i /L P ss" , c-te . v A w 5 hes5 eW Le /,) 5 IA l-2aev1 o 6 ` /-s Lit / Ye- /, v �. G""1'L t (nJ2.. Im(.L.>% Cq 1 r eon %i p 4,- 4 )i ck- /) inui-C +/Pit 4, nk- a (oo/4/4. 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Lets... vA� Couunenis — AUAR Public Open House; 2/28/08 NAME: ADDRESS: COMMENT (please identify board # if relevant to comment): ' ,o Se J/yo5en To !2e /e ,, 4, /4,, QC _di . p�4.,v /iw 4e of/aa“r`,a fv:ac,vcf '7'4, O/F+c, /1 .21d'r 7.1 r 7-A, GxV4 Or/ /Ywy 3 7A, ,( f PA 14l 4. gyps, Residents of Lake Elmo Development of the Old Village Area This is an important time. Please read the Facts on the back of this sheet. Add or delete comments as desired on the attached Public Input Sheet. hPLoIRL Ocl(c GPTIaNS.e ?/+RC L5 GFLANCETHATCaULh) PE rho / L/A/LMI31e. Rol-2 ))U/2rimcky (1W CUIZ OLD l3Q5/Nt-S5 p1S7RIcT Ofi1 L41 E.,Vc /4) N aP RR )RACKS Public Open House on the Development of the Old Village Area. (Public Input sheets can be submitted at this event) Pa k'AC/c tie February 28,2008 6:30pm to 8:30 pm Oakland Jr. High School ASV if you are not able to make the Open House, but would still like your voice heard, please give your sheet to someone who will be attending, or return it to the location where you picked it up. Thank you for participating. (over) Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council,Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Oki Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer fine from 10I" Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue, It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: 4,. Address: 2C /5 ,. >. rb's-r ti /INF- zELHr P9A) Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 800 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: � oe,orso Signed; Address: Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves an the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to Install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: �� rn.pfh / �" ••� Address: )Q).? `i' /r& ,'4,zl A-d6" stl0 Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Prinoiples for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the dozens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10t" Street to 30`" Street along Lake Elmo Avenue, It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: l 7-. F ur 4j/ Address: / 9 r9 O c , C / l// / G Flo Via✓ Public In out Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of B00 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves an the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area, 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue, It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: IF AA/ Yam cf 4) MC city cou,,scrc., NAs it r14t Ft'trttt2Cf of r14 AgUtfL0 rile ur r4- FAM tl.y .'n s MQ62 426LATIvc�� 02 ,Quscr.5 /0Ail7-,vifs 2 1MVOLvtr/0 '4.ND 102oFcrc )&- F/2a, Iro'cgrm7"dii c-t..,it j el/$ /S 1 L 6-.6-A- L /O L/ T/ cA C / N pc -circa -Pc( . A, e S H o 4q c ,d %26.5'kiL7' /N JAi L. V/b-i c 7 F/..)t cr Signed: Address: / o 2 0 ACt N CA-KCI L.sc rr o . t' ,o SSA L/ Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4, Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer fine from 10th Street to 30rh Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: �� I �a Address: -2,25—% l--egeck) Ova /V. Zaire Elm , /Vj', .SSc95t- Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: / / / Q to Ge ✓z l lz see_ (F' jet ,a_St VY ..-"2. IC! 1 j C" 3 5e- Id '�s,, I cc Signed: edn_ a n� £4 Address: l Co la /C� a-- U`-' Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: / Address: (-3/6f f i'G r.�� t721 Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: Address: j 1 57) )< 1a . . P. Lake. EIv140) SJ )'Z. Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees far additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 301h Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: Address: etia L/ 2 0.- L : Nle l ive.5-re/ri 7 ea . d r. (a r g Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 TO: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10`h Street to 30t' Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It Is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: eso(N. GJ,ev-c t in\ncr \Ss 1 4.9t1,\lfl * 4n) • am;,'T' ASolinnb u wi tr -\�(,� ubA ctiv, s rnnerr l -\h 4r \,:s CQnase-v} Signed: ( /i(`1AAti 1 V V 1 Address: 601 Us I c '1,� `mo Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10`h Street to 301h Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution, Additional Comments: Signed: Address: Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: i-^""'‘-'atint---awm e, Address: Q� ..._ ani.c_ , 54 / . Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo • Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a be#ter solution. Additional Comments: Signed: Address: Lau 3, t. Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required forfuture development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: t -mac "Pre gt Address: //g/132 Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10`h Street to 301h Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. it is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: sUS:01) —'` "n Address: II I �`�IYferg id SI Leg&Evimd,),74.4 Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 101h Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: T' Air es 26,c, Address: % a� ),!9 ICV st4-9-' Al 4 Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: a-(4 Sig \"""� J r f IGU v \ Address: it<,- Tr\ L VC. Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or eed thei system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: CLake, )hic), — shy (cav\c-h-t,cilratio„� 4 levn - rlm C \e4 s awl &woxfCy oveArrLuo di,te }--t, c,ioc'ss Gv 1 V-s) RAGA (A.\ i\tCt5ST 4 1 fo laV2 .-e'm °kG 't. 71-0 rct, 4h,e , ova / �v2r 1 ex -kin -kb") eke S Y) Seem `/ (-Vaud a ✓'ct ru Vnve ve ----P A a of U 4 i /—f-1'lt a rtQ/S� a (oj J \ g (4^th. Plot # con al) a.. r . elitareir -1-') s,re-e-vt t , - s. Signed: .-"S-Qdi'r �_ '' l 41, 66, vn (S' Address: 322O /(6 b/_ _ ,v Lake, ieffri o / 35-6512. Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: ao _ L 41 Address: % Z- 5 0 K t e r. cL I. kt 4 4-44 ,.t t‘4 • Loftu, 1, o , AA& c,s't}y Z Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: AST. 1111 110 1 12-7 44-- 12(9.4" t 1 f24:-'1> t51 Lh,t i, j12 L tr./ ,f7� G% 5e-c..er).d17,--/ /Al. Iry 1� �,z',2 r31 pv,4. 12dPp- `3 C7,7 TS AlG-r -3P tJtuJ.4 I fs Ppc)le" f-Rs -1-73,-.c. S42p4sa c'c7•- L4't' 1 G.-» - i P t i A (Z7 > /-a pt -77 h77 ItX ..nlir vec a . AS Signed: /7 iL (.� n . -era_ Address: 2-44-6 L- Slit-- -"S r V S / • Pam-/714 - 12-10 ,S`4c 2... Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30rh Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: Address: 211 if G i��a n ar/rr cx/l) 4.Z LIsJk2N ?71/F+_ L a k E%rn mkt h 7O tF 2 Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: Pf 7.C_. J �Z/�fl,1€1S 63L.SCV1 t Address: 2-Y 5-0 Lee -el r u7� iLe.. y c , Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area.,. - 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: n Gi i„1, d �J 1/l /,r�J R& / 2t` rasit d.�d A .;Incar.>.�air;cQ Signed: _i3o/ Alibb)r l%uino..^ Address: a7/K zisie,»4=Lou ono Mtl53-6+f,2% Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments; 'c-°' /AI 140/u 40'v", 444, of A'arwo� 4fir=41.L'7l14AMl niskaP3� 4.w.w'.c4u.Y Signed: '?,,/ 46.41t.,_ Address: a7IX- LSJ'g041 Ar1t .t/ Public Injut ate: February 28, 2008 o: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners subject: Old Village Development Plan The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 800 new units, Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30fh Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It Is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: !p '/r C �yAer t/ce �./ / /� ,/ ,!/dam .��l�ifGGGr//��Jli 'F�E'L% �y.'Ee'rY� . X�-,tiC c�.�i" � / r/f �/< _ �y G�' G �L, fir; e � / c G-r� dde, ,.off i,,1 O Signed: ) C\% (2 Address: �✓��"An//,.p C� ,e � �f?>� k, ;nee, 5 >542-1 Public input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake El no Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. — \I woad. 4 Ck 4,,.,.1/ i «'° ✓ euuc�l. Wk. es-nv,J,bikti 14we `c„ or- &. k hot 42,4 2. Do not spend our rnoney_on cortulting feeafcradditinrnal AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Eimo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Qbange..yai. _recpla ent n to rir a sewer line from 9nth Street to 30tt' Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments_: Ate! j 1 C%) A / J /9 rt./ e c✓ f /%/..%y-L,'� vc /W f2,9Ce su devrLeine 5 C4iv y Cos o 9` sE'vi'v 7 ,JO"'S'J{vwc-e 40.7 J �, �i✓u S✓` Lr,L 7 5-e rev .c/J fc, I /o Ili $/rrrd tOv 0t,'( /4,A ry i' , N AGH CA. tid .7t X / .Lv' 6.(2-64* Signed: WLF (f •pa,g/y. r \2 !✓•= CULL b/o a o/4 /.e,scM4 tyy �, L/v �ut`.�Le� �i2.��rG-r, 67, �L1,�. r..cS��c,w L' .2Gk.•ci' Address: 2 oR 0/ G e s % o k �w r 4/4 r Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: OA." •4.1 up, ref ,4...hodpus04 Signed: % a o _ SCc97 7r 7 �vcfva�rt3 Address: A-3-0 1.Ej-1zJ AV( 11, AL q. vE 1/MD Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Oki Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher denslfies. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 101h Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: Address' / i 3 77 P 51— N LA G mirk , MA/ 5 d `'k Public Input Date: February 28,2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should he performed on a maximum of 600 new units, 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10ih Street to 30P Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution, Additional Comments: Signed: '%%%fs,/ Address: r&41/o L/S60/ i9v N G./$� a--/mX, yv/N, 55 O 9' Public Input Date: February28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission. City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution Additional Comments: �7 r Signed: ``/(! ��/1 �✓ Address: 'T1%% .added W4t U Lt r /�to tifi% Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. .�- Change yojir-recent-plan-to-run-a-sewer line fra Ir��A-h Street -to 30th Street-along-Lake-0mo Avenue. It i, ,Lfiply with ig tO i i L, ai Is se d matur0 Feete-that- doesn't want o� ^Qdt"e-eyete" ""a a better solution -- Additional Comments: Signed: f/ /t 'l1 1/U /) �/� 0 A Address: Lt ; 7 9 A eVD c'& t4)4/ Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please !afresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5.' Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is'simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: 4;no R s tr r2ttJ7,444 tack)r i& O 4freeo-;:fie Acte- d'unt4414,c Signed: (/'.ult, h �� ff Address: / Id (7 L30 I /V. oCke £ , 7fl4/ 55059, opuittnA • atri ,,.nCV‘eVa or, jgwry � Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 101" Street to 301" Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: r i0 \\W t✓C*1.) Address: �U� �. C (thmo l cu, \Y- ` JMb �� J g9\)\'3/ Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10`h Street to 30`h Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: Address: Ake SetK »1N 65OUZ Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: `.. Address: -244 r LEertoo-) A' 410 • F c_ IA tnO S504 2---... Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer fine along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: Address: 2 w 7 ci 13, (La, . . 1.1i42 _ a.»-,.- c - 7101 CCO Y a.-- Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area, 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30t° Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: ' .' _ .";(52nc. Address. ,504/7 ' Lisr3an� 1�e e Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. —Do-not-spend-our- anev on co o edit 3. - Rlease-refreeh-yourselves-orrthe-Guiding-R;tiLivivo ciw,clupment-of-the-Old-Village-Area. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on thls matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your receni-pi o run a sewer line from 101h Street to 30th Street a c,;y Lake tlmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to in i'ei+�tbisewer Hne-aiong a developed and mature route that doesn't -want or need the system. Find a be ion. Additional Comments: Signed: Address: >)t 3 L2']4t,y1 iO "`, !v0- t/e. Orn o /M nI Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: g" c elz a t 4 c. Signed: J (1.:e /'' / Address: i, Y Le; e; ,on LH. 13 Le 4 I--/rn0 The saga of dealing with the Metropolitan Council has been and probably still is one of hidden agendas. In my opinion the issue of sizing the sewer line for connection to Lake Elmo is probably another such case. The "Developers" interested in developing businesses along the 194 corridor need sewers to support the businesses yet to be developed. Someone has to pay this cost. My guess is that sewer issue is another smoke screen which has nothing to do with housing developments in Lake Elmo but rather with assessing Lake Elmo residents to pay for the cost of sewers to be used by businesses along 194 Accepting the proposed study at face value, I have done a little arithmetic using the numbers provided on the fact sheet. Translating the possible number of units into people density. The breakdown is as follows et. units people per acre area per person 404 3.5 110' X 110' 600 8.6 70'X70' 1000 12 60' X 60' 1600 17 50' X 50' The highest density of people listed Is comparable to or higher than the inner city. This density is hardly a suburban density let alone a semi rural density. drive by the City Walk condos in Woodbury frequently. Three things bother me about this "development". First, the number of units with lights on in the evening is quite small even though the complex is supposedly sold out. Second, just looking at this complex depresses me. (It's ugly.) Last but not least, I cannot help but wonder if "developments" such as this will be the ghettos of tomorrow. Housing "development" will no doubt come to Lake Elmo whether I like it or not. However, the proposed study is just one more example of "development" driven mentality. Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10`h Street to 30t Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: ,V. Address: I ? SY , � C c u m r' e 3i, v o Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Ye tic FJo�z in-) Signe4 r,.. Address: 2 c3 /4 11. 1 - L Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan. 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's'studying higher densities 3. Please refresh. yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the. Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: /4/1_, Address: ?9 .�.= d Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4, Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: Address: 0\anqc t%lS, 1 604 1 LW kvL Lam retAhoo Mv�, 5- �2_ Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 T6: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 301h Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signer Address: /S 4; rOc .e.. AA" T,�.a�t-e) Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: (/ �: Address: 7.3L 79 atir, �? a 7t. n/ Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10'h Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: d4�Ya�,. c� ��a�a-P Address: I o` / g, 5 P 6/ktiLwi.L a Ott) cikA/abatikte WitiA 5 C O-- Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan The AUAR required for future development of the Old Villa a Area should be performed on a maximum . ,< -new units. l Cbe nave, hurUfc / /ratext,7, Do not spen our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: �CI I Plows e - cep P�c`�+tn� moiler pan ,s MI \ a Weal' uunki\ -A-ha e_co nOr (� HC<c u d f & dine--t c�,i - 1) u i ki Mci i- is cGe_fmsS , hDP :J Srcni)5tcL f- cd2J ovl .-t eSa p46)7ORS' e 5-11 IItjat&,amyl-ye, cts nahc uun* S •(hi 0,re s r �� I�cp Imo(U� n�u} 4�' s i � 1Pig d-a not uocicyt th\S r°h Lie ran Signed: rn..ctedp LJ !yet t" vFit't" Address: S4 `7 `i_ 'M i `'a /V, l-e i� F11 0%mi ,G s 9k Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: erv%4), e-?'L-. Signed: Address:.///g7 ///-Sl4 fla zievecano, -576-dr2 A a Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Ullage Developrnent Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600onew units. t uvl3e5wx,a Ih.k *tit r'eU oblAKita 69.41.10 oM"CO W-' °"ri'414 "kfrio "` oaaa �"Jlw. Gly dad dke 6v1R PPj N+u RtC{' will b�.-Jw.n•I�L U�'d��wl. fb n70]" 1 dhw wdd5 g�' - 1 nA" .zkru1'ri� Willt• boA ) ✓I r 1•eedla{ dN�- dt f AU.Y tiny said vI� 5hf ,nsifies 2. 0 not sp`t@ndhour min M c OUltmg ie for ad�jlI' i S°a°I AUAR s studying high r dense res. but at, „11 <JAIL. ik„,b,,d eAuumwi rp,pate. sru:Une (scrD fuz Sr nu, 3./ Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development ucu!AA,,, of the old a je Area. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30n' Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system Find a better soluqont t faux no- rb'ttnrnh 2. t' kat Lila rs **Id 614 titlitkI3die rr u;B914 dky � oY ,.l rrA. (amp p(�,'i proCcash Cr*cw+'Idi'VUj q,- da rrus�l wf{Vi f no1S z &IL Li Additional Comments: Cvuino.g Frauu,sO i^euleAt. dhnV- Woald !LS- holr di % t4 to soim I: n zo�Jtf. sy,,kwu' wrnt 5d111 b 'vd `y pr%"'".9• Signed: " 1 diiie Cl Address: 9/6 351h 51.. 1 Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Cornmission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1, The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities, 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4, Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 6. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30" Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install thls sewer line along a developed and mature route thai. doesn't want or need the -system- Find a better solution. °. Addltlonal Comments: 1 'd Signed; Cre+ Address: 2 7 9' /eion ,dui L 4,4e l/, /i76, 5.7,U4/12 5198 LEL 159 'ON NA OW13-01'I-404110 NI 91:11 1131 NO-£1-1VN Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 1011' Street to 30rh Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: Address: Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 800 new units. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3.-- 'Pease refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30t1 Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area, Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 101h Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: Address: ) `�h 17.1 Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To; Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. F. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4, Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5, Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 301h Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a butter solution. Additional Comments: Signed: , .� Address' g 5`�tP. arf vQ L- Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: 9:44,1, l �er� w-tD Address: .! 5" La tvr Llwla A-t/-P 'kJ Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10r" Street to 30`h Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: n n 1 Address: Xs i c t,„k £\ ro Ave, Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1, The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 800 new units. 2, Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3, Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area, 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers, 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue, It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: 7-z ; Signed: � / t v 171&4,( Address: I I Yt t2f (6i ISO Calve/ S et, , /AM 550 42 Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 800 new units. 2, Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: f� / V - m/0 M hry /, 0 0 Mur- i-vr/ Q A\9kr'-b lev0 (r• --div . Signed: 7-117-,d Vl,vl /teVC4444-0 Address: apt 5 l7 Etvv o '4 VQ Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. & r 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 301h Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: A V ,? LIWE lv9f a- l i Ave. - Address: Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: a /r/Aki. I2 JENko .1' Address: /i? /Ak 9 "(4) Public Input Date: February 28, 200B To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4, Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: Address: Gri ✓nitJ x /✓ G .✓(moo Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Signed: nit25. dAl - to Address: —L-4 11- � "4) ( ` tib&' LATo 44A) c soc Z- Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30t' Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Additional Comments: Z b4s Fo& ,Jo 6.2o ;1•f Signed: c2 Address: 88 3 o2 `YWN if iW' 1�L rJ / A-vg C(n-,n / ri.J ISM/7 Public Input Date: February 28, 2008 To: Lake Elmo Mayor, City Council, Planning Commission, City Administrator and Planners Subject: Old Village Development Plan 1. The AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units. (l _` Q re.frtffel tea, a0f,/Vooi6 p�j 2. Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities. 3. Please refresh yourselves on the Guiding Principles for development of the Old Village Area. 4. Please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the Developers. 5. Change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 301h Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system.(Find a better solution Additional Comments: Peek, t 'er effriv c /te-fg:ti /1 er` eo wellad lei Se, ate -SARA, Xert /0 Y$- f. 4 Y itery te~ 4t Anti+ &ete..d t g / M `v g ft tt aehtetit ... , r. r Signed: Address: Lae simo/ /4,u SSG/& f vem O nasty yeµ.. 1WgV A Vw w From: Ames, John M Sent: Thursday, March 06, 2008 1:45 PM To: euarcomments@lakeelmo.org Subject: Old Village plan Hello; I was unable to attend the meeting, but wanted to express my strong opinion that developmental impact to the Old Village be minimized. A large population Increase with high density would be much more appropriate south of 10th St., where there are already high -capacity roads close to a major highway. I would like to see the total additional housing units In the village be kept to 600. I also understand that we are required by the Met Council to plan for growth, but It seems slightly bizarre to be Forcing housing unite onto the market on a timeline when no one Is buying houses. John Ames Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information off 1 jr ... li asear that may be confidential, proprietary copyrighted and/or legally privileged. It is intended solely for the use of the individual or entity named on this aessage. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this aessage in error, please notify us immediately by reply e-mail and then ielete it from your system. 3/12/2008 • wgw • •a. From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Lake Elmo, Mn Monday, March 03, 2008 10:37 AM auarcomm entsClakeelmo,org lam a resident of the City of Lake Elmo. 11018 Upper 33rd Street North Lake Elmo, Mn 55042 Comments : The current old village cannot absorb what Is currently being championed by the mayor and some city council members. (1000 +) Modest expansion of the old village area by the year 2020 - 2030 of 450 to 500 may not negatively impact the environment and quality of life of those who already inhabit the area. ( including the institutional and senior housing could take the number to 600 or less ) Keep Open Space designated amounts and wildlife corridors open. The city council should totally rethink what it is doing to the city and revisit the 1-94 corridor and start their "pipe " development senarios at the point of origin, so the costs and mitigation can be done in a logically manner . Put the AUAR forth': old village on HOLD The new transit visions being done by the County for their new comp plan will put a greater focus on 1-94 corridor and the city should capitalize on that. Any Old Village expansion is suppose to be in harmony with the existing businesses and homes.( scale and type) The senarios presented at the open house did not reflect the values, density or principles that have been discussed many times at public open houses. The new Old Village senarlo's of 600, 1000 or 1600 houses„ Did Not include any Senior housing, that historically has been the basis for any Old Village expanslon. Nor did It show the 400, 000 sq /Ft Pius of institutional/commercial areas. All these densities would be in addition to the senarios presented... Backdoor way to Increase the actual densities and numbers for the area. Best Regards, Susan Dunn 3/3/2008 111111111111111 From: Sent: Sun ay, arch 02, 2008 5:49 PM To: auarcomments@lakeelmo.org Subject: Old Village AUAR Dear Lake Elmo Staff and Council - I attended the open house at Oak Land Junior High for the first portion but had to leave before the open discussion/forum due to an event with my son. I left a comment form at the meeting, but I would like to emphasize again my preference to have the number of new units studied in the AUAR (and future planning efforts) to be 600 units or less (not the larger numbers discussed). Thanks very much for the opportunity to comment and for listening to the residents of the community. Brett Emmons 3280 Klondike Ave. N. Lake Elmo IMMO From: Lee Hunt an Sent: Saturday, March 01, 2008 11:25 AM To: auarcomments@lakeelmo.org Cc: Steve DeLapp Subject: Limit the "Old Village" plan to 600 Units I am a resident of Lake Elmo 8810 55th St. No. Because of school conferences I was unable to attend the public meeting, Thurs, Mar 28th. I am not in favor of increasing the number of housholds in the "Old Village" area beyond 600. City wide meetings have been held before on this issue (Old Village houshold numbers), and the results are always the same, limit it to under 600 and allow for open space. Lee Hunt 8810 55th St. No. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 3/3/2008 From: Barbara Trema Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2008 12:12 PM To: auarcomments©Iakeelmo.org Subject COMMENT ON LAKE ELMO DEVELOPMENT Please keep development in the old village to less than 600 homes. It is important that you listen to the voice of the people in preserving Lake Elmo. Thank You! Barbara Treml 2715 Lake Elmo Ave Lake Elmo, Minnesota 55042 3/4/2008 From: Treml Dennis Sent: Friday, February 29, 2008 3:22 PM To: auaroomments(lakeelmo.org Subject: AUAR comments Please limit the number of new houses in the Old Village to less than 600. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE PEOPLE. I hope the Mayor and City Council will listen to the wishes of the people. Dennis Treml 2715 Lake Elmo Ave. Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homenag . 3/3/2008 From: Todd Wllllams Sent: Monday, March 03, 2008 3:17 PM To: auarcomments@lakeelmo.org Subject; AUAR In spite of the City attomey's opinion, There Is an overwhelming amount of evidence In the Comp Plan that the MAXIMUM number of new, sewered homes In the Old Village Is 600. Also, the language in the Comp Plan is clear everywhere, except the one sentencechosen by the City Attorney on which to base his opinion, that 600 Is the upper limit, not a required minimum. I support the concept of s MAXIMUM of 600 new homes in the Old Village. This is the ONLY scenario which should be studied in the AUAR. The Council can choose to set aside the Attomey's opinion of 900+, based on the overwhelming preponderance of evidence In the Comp Plan, and claim that the 600 Is the one scenario which Is consistent with the Comp Plan. Best regards, Todd Williams 3/3/2008 February 21, 2008 Ms. Susan Hoyt City of Lake Elmo 3800 Laverne Avenue N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Re: Lake Elmo Village AUAR Dear Susan, As you are aware, Paul and I were unable to attend the AUAR Advisory Panel meeting on February 13, 2008. It is our understanding the Panel recommended consideration of three land use scenarios for 600, 1,000 and 1,600 new housing units. We support the Panel's recommendation for the following reasons: 1) The wide range of new unit counts allows for flexibility provided for under the AUAR process. This flexibility will enable the city to consider varying policy issues regarding density and product types, without a need to subsequently revise the environmental review documents. 2) The range of unit counts is consistent with the Village Area Master Plan. 3) The range of unit counts is consistent with the infrastructure financing analysis completed by Ehlers and Associates. As a major land owner in the Old Village area, the Lake Elmo Development Group wishes to remind the city of the importance of maintaining an adequate density and product mix which will allow for the efficient development of infrastructure. As indicated in our prior meeting with staff, our ability to finance and support the development of infrastructure on a timely basis is highly dependent upon the product mix approved. Diversity in housing types will provide greater absorption and will significantly increase our ability to fund the infrastructure. Thank you for your continued efforts regarding the AUAR. Please contact me if you have any questions. Sincerely, Gregory W. Schlink Lake Elmo Development Group Additional public comment: On March 4, 2007 at the public comment period during the City Council meeting Ed Gorman, of XXX Stillwater Boulevard spoke in support of studying the options including the 1,600 unit scenario. Larkin HOfm.a n Ractrys MAR 1 b S,tiu March 17, 2008 Ms. Susan Hoyt, City Administrator City of Lake Elmo 3800 Laverne Avenue North Lake Elmo, Minnesota 55042 Re: Old Village Plan Dear Susan: Larkin Hoffman Daly & Lindgren Ltd. 1500 Wells Fargo Plaza 7900 Xerxes Avenue South Minneapolis, Minnesota 55131-1194 GENERAL: 952-835-3800 FAX: 952-896.3333 WEB: www.larldnhoffman.com We represent the Screaton family regarding their property in the Old Village Planning Area in the City of Lake Elmo. The Screatons own approximately 40 acres situated in the southwest quadrant of TH 5 and Manning Avenue, The subject property currently is put to an agricultural use. Recent planning efforts by the City have suggested that the Screaton's property could be reguided from its current use to a residential urban use. This use would be consistent with the City's goal of consolidating new urban development, at least initially, in the Old Village Area in order to take advantage of a proposed extension of public utilities, including the Metropolitan Council's sewage treatment line. The Screatons strongly support the City's proposal for a master plan for the development/redevelopment of the Old Village Area. The Old Village can support substantial new residential development and will be necessary to defray the invest in infrastructure. The City's current land use map suggests residential development on the Screaton's property; while residential guiding is acceptable, it is conditioned on (1) not being penalized by the City through the placement of an excessive amount of public infrastructure valuable development property; and (2) receiving a proportionate allocation of new residential development rights. Specifically, the Screatons would object to having their property targeted for major public infrastructure, such as ponding, wetland replacement or green space, at the same time that their neighbors are receiving authority for substantial new development. We appreciate the effort that the City is expending to complete a plan for the Old Village Area. We support the plan that most fairly distributes development, as well as costs, associated with new infrastructure. Message t w. From: Rodney Sessing,uu!L uwldl iI101,L.IV iJV,i IIIUOIIIIOIW�Iini.IgW li klutldll Sent: Monday, March 17, 2008 10:04 AM To: auarcomments Subject: AUAR commends Pane l of 1 I� —C) Hello City Council, I hope that you all start to realize that we have one change to try and keep what quaintness we have in our town, We all know [hat it needs to develop but We all should realize that you can always add more to the mix later on in stages and not just Over stuff our old village area now. Lets lust add the 600 new homes now and in time if things need to get more dense lets add some more With all the possibilities with Hospital and Senior housing and commercial that are not taken into consideration at this point. These Items make a major impact an the area. Lets build smart, most people can not see what things will Took like with ail the impacts they have on each other. Lets take small steps end not dive into something we can not get out of later, once you all see the mistake of adding 1600 new homes will be on this small area Be couscous Thanks Rod Sessing Rodney Sessing 5699 Keats Ave. North Lake Elmo, MN 55042 651-260-7594 3/17/2008 iolAta ? 4 AA1ft March 12, 2008 The Honorable Mayor Dean Johnston City of Lake Elmo 3800 Laverne Avenue N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Re; Lake Elmo Village AUAR Dear Mayor Johnston, It is our understanding the Lake Elmo City Council will review the recommendations of the AUAR Advisory Panel on April 1, 2008 with the intention of ordering the AUAR. The Advisory Panel recommended consideration of three land use scenarios for 600, 1,000 and 1,600 new housing units. As members of the Advisory Panel, we support their recommendation for the following reasons: 'I) The wide range of new unit counts allows for flexibility provided for under the AUAR process. This flexibility will enable the city to consider varying policy issues regarding density and product types, without a need to subsequently revise the environmental review documents. 2) The range of unit counts is consistent with Village Area Master Plan adopted by which describes up to 1,640 units. 3) The range of unit counts is consistent with the infrastructure financing analysi Ehlers and Associates. the city council ompleted by We appreciate any additional comments the city council may provide. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Sincerely, c. 7...T) I.E.J. ,. Gregory VO Schlink Lake Elmin Development Group Paul 6ruman Lake Elmo Development Group FELLOW LAKE ELMO TAXPAYERS ; The people who support this study are good people. The people who oppose this study, are good people. The people who eventually move to Lake Elmo, are good people Mr. Shaw reported part of my comments incorrectly in the Pioneer Press article on March 16!! I NEVER SAID that there would be second class citizens in Lake Elmo south of 10th st! I have read the statements posted on the www.lakeelmo.ore website . Some of the posted comments seem to think that if we put the majority of the agreed population growth that the city has with the Met Council south of 10`h Street (3 sq. mile area) that ANY of us north of 10t St. (21 sq. mile area) would have any representation when the majority of "them" get elected to our City Council. I know that it could be up to 20 years off but don't you think that good planing includes our future ? WATCH OUT!!!! POOR PLANNING!! The distribution of the population should be a very crucial part of any proposed growth planning of our GREAT CITY! Like it or not, the city has an agreement with the Met Council (remember we taxpayers spent $500,000 in the fight to oppose growth). Let's study the options. I support the study range of 600 - 1600. No one can make an educated decision with out having the data to review the well studied facts Furst. I do not want to subsidize the growth of the Old Village and neither to my fellow business owners or existing home owners . So let's find just how many units it will take to make the NEW Old Village self sufficient. My understanding is that all the costs associated with these studies will be reimbursed to the City of Lake Elmo by the developers for the now open land .Now certainly development & home/commercial development is at a all time low - what better time to plan options for our future . I have operated our family business in Lake Elmo for 28 years. Every election year "The Lets Keep It Rural Crowd" comes out in FULL FORCE. Being frustrated by this group, I should have used a different expression than "Shut Up." I should have said, "they should be quiet now, so others can be heard." If I have offended anyone, I apologize. Some landowners have been told by the City that they will not have a assessment for the sewer pipe . I have not been that lucky ! I do not need sewer at our restaurant , some commercial properties need help along with some homeowners . Lets not forget them. To limit the study to 600 or less would be irresponsible not only for THIS City Council, but for any other City Council members that follow. How can any of us make an educated decision without collected public data. I hope 1600 is enough! But until we see all the facts none of us will know ! Ed Gorman Owner Gorman's Restaurant March 18, 2008 Public inauiry portion of city council Ann Bucheck, 2301 Legion Avenue, reported that over 70 people had submitted forms to the city council on the development scenarios. She read the statement on the form: 1) the AUAR required for future development of the Old Village Area should be performed on a maximum of 600 new units; 2) Do not spend our money on consulting fees for additional AUAR's studying higher densities; 3) Please refresh yourselves on the guiding principles for development of the Old Village are; 4) please represent the citizens of Lake Elmo and the residents of the Old Village Area on this matter, not the Met Council or the developers; 5) change your recent plan to run a sewer line from 10th Street to 30th Street along Lake Elmo Avenue. It is simply wrong to install this sewer line along a developed and mature route that doesn't want or need the system. Find a better solution. Onc-03-2007 00:M16 From-PETERSON FRAM BERGMAN 6512281753 7-561 P.092/003 F-377 Warren E. Peterson Jerome P. Filla Daniel Witt Pam Glenn A. Bergman John Michael Mil)er Michael T. Oberle Steven H. aruns° Paul W. Fahning° Sonja R. Orriz Amy K. L. Schmidt ben I. Rust Jared M. Coedit' WTFRSQ\, FRAMCIBERGMAN p iaIMri t y i►�L Wye Ya i Ovalle I t aMi ahl w al atuI December 3, 2007 Mayor Dean Johnston and Lake Elmo City Counciimembers City of Lake Elmo 3800 Laverne Ave. North Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Re; Sewered Housing Units Old Village Area Suite 800 55 East Fifth Shyer St. Patti, MN 95101-17th (651) 291-8955 (6511 228- 1754 (acaimtle www,ptb•pa.com (661)290.6907 ji eal:ddue torn Dear Mayor Johnston and Members of the City Council: In 2004, the Minnesota Supreme Court determined that the Metropolitan Council had the statutory authority to require the City to rnodrfy its proposed Comprehensive Plan in the manner provided by Metropolitan Council Resolution No. 2003-10. This particular Metropolitan Council Resolution effectively incorporated a list of nine (9) required modifications, including a requirement that there would be development to accommodate 7,850 Residential Equivalent Units (REC's) of regional sewer capacity. All City Councilmembers opposed this level of development and asked the Metropolitan Council if it would be wllling to negotiate some other solution. The negotiation resulted in the Memorandum of Understanding. The Memorandum of Understanding was intended to provide guidance to the City as it began the task of revising the Comprehensive Plan draft that had been rejected by the Metropolitan Council. The Memorandum of Understanding mandates that the City achieve certain development goals by 2030 (Population-24,000; residential 4 REC's- 5,200; and employment REC's-1,400), but it permits the City to use its discretion in determining how to achieve the 2030 development goals, The specific manner in which the City chose to exercise its discretion Is reflected in the Comprehensive Plan that was approved by the City and by the Metropolitan Council, and in the official control which the City has and will adopt to implement the policies of the Comprehensive Plan. In regard to the Old Village (both existing and new), the Comprehensive Plan identifies the number of sewered housing units in two (2) ways. First, it specifically states that there will be 1,100 sewered housing units In the Old Village by 2030 (Comprehensive Plan III-17). The City Engineer advises me there are 194 current •ALSO ADMITTED IN WISCONSIN Dec-03-2007 00:46 From-PETERSON FRAM BERGMAN 6512281763 T-551 P 003/003 F-077 December 3, 2007 Page 2 housing units in the Old Village, By subtracting current housing units from the projected housing units, the result is 906 new housing units. Secondly, the Comprehensive Plan indirectly estimates the possible number of new housing units by adopting zoning categories for the Old Village (Comprehensive Plan III-3 through III-5); by specifying permissible densities within zoning categories for the Old Village (Comprehensive Plan III-3 through III-5); and by identifying the number of acres available for development within various zoning categories (Comprehensive Plan III-7). Zone Units/Acre Acres Max. Units 1. VR/HD 14.5 7 101.5 2. VR/LD 0.45 77 34.65 3, VR MU/MD 5-6 86 430-516 4. VR P/S 0.45 43 19,5 5. VR/GB 0.45 717 322.65 The above calculations indicate that there could be 909-995 new housing units to the Village area in addition to the existing 194. If you have any questions please contact me. Very truly yours, /s/ Jerome P. Fiila JPF/jmt PAusersOessioNcrryILEACorrespondenecUohnelon 4tr 3.doo City Council Date: 4.1.08 REGULAR Item:,' S RESOLUTION 2008-19 ITEM: Consider a resolution supporting legislation regarding the siting of landfills in areas at high risk to groundwater contamination SUBMITTED BY: Susan Hoyt, City Administrator SUMMARY AND ACTION REQUESTED: The city council is being asked to consider supporting legislation sponsored in the House by Representative Bunn, HF3997, and in the Senate by Senator Saltzman, SF3707, that prohibits siting new landfills in areas with high risk for groundwater contamination. The legislation is making its way through the legislature at this time. This would directly impact the proposed location of the Excel Energy Fly Ash facility in West Lakeland. This support is consistent with the city of Lake Elmo's concerns related to the Washington County Landfill's location on geologically sensitive material. SUGGESTED MOTION FOR CONSIDERATION Move to approve Resolution 2008-19. ORDER OF BUSINESS: • Introduction Susan Hoyt, City Administrator • Questions Mayor and Councilmembers • Questions from the public to the council Mayor facilitates • Call for a motion Mayor and Councilmembers • Discussion Mayor and Councilmembers • Action City Council ATTACHMENT: 1 Resolution 2008-19 RESOLUTION 2008-19 CITY OF LAKE ELMO WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF HF 3997 AND SF 3703 CONCERNING SOLID WASTE LANDFILL BEING SITED IN HIGH RISK AREAS WHEREAS, the City of Lake Elmo that is charged with protecting the public health and safety of its citizens; and WHEREAS, WHEREAS, WHEREAS, WHEREAS, the City of Lake Elmo Is required to protect the quality of the groundwater for drinking and other purposes; and the City of Lake Elmo has concerns about the threat to public health and safety from siting landfills in areas that are high risk to groundwater contamination; and the City of Lake Elmo has concerns regarding the proposed landfill that has been proposed in West Lakeland Township of Washington County; and Representative Bunn has authored a bill in the House (HF 3997) and Senator Saltzman has authored a bill in the senate (SF 3703) that would prevent future solid waste landfills from being sited where geologic conditions are such that there is a high risk of ground water contamination; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Lake Elmo, expresses its support for the proposed legislation HF 3997 and SF 3707