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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-02-2000 PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA Regular Meeting August 2, 2000 Mounds View City Hall 2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Peterson at 7:00 p.m., August 2, 2000. 2. Roll Call Members Present: Chairperson Peterson, Commissioners Berke, Hegland, Johnson, Kaden, Laube, Miller, and Stevenson. Members Absent: Commissioner Thomas, excused. Also Present: Planning Associate Jim Ericson, Community Development Director Rick Jopke, Economic Development Coordinator Aaron Parrish, and Recorder Carla Wirth Index to Minutes Page Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 627-00, a Resolution Concerning the Mounds View Economic Development Authority’s Economic Development Project and Tax Increment Financing Proposals. (Aaron Parrish, Economic Development Coordinator) 2 Review of Ordinance 665, an Ordinance Rezoning the Properties Associated with the Walgreens PUD, and Ordinance 666, an Ordinance Vacating the Old Edgewood Drive Right of Way. 4 Special Planning Case SP-075-00. Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 629-00, a Resolution Recommending Approval of Proposed Ordinance 663, an Ordinance Creating Language to Administer and Regulate Tattoo and Body Piercing Establishments. 5 Staff Reports / Items of Information 6 Chairperson and Planning Commission Reports 6 Mounds View Planning Commission August 2, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 2 3. Citizen’s Requests and Comments on Items Not on the Agenda There were no citizen requests or comments on items not on the agenda. 4. Approval of Minutes A. June 21, 2000 MOTION/SECOND: Miller/Berke to approve the June 21, 2000 meeting minutes as corrected Ayes – 8 Nays - 0 Motion carried. 5. Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 627-00, a Resolution Concerning the Mounds View Economic Development Authority’s Economic Development Project and Tax Increment Financing Proposals. (Aaron Parrish, Economic Development Coordinator) Economic Development Coordinator Parrish gave the staff report as follows: Dan Hall, representing The Mermaid, is requesting the use of tax increment financing to construct a 97-room hotel and a 500-seat banquet center to be attached to and integrated with the existing complex. In accordance with the Economic Development Authority’s Tax Increment Finance Policy, the applicant has submitted an application requesting TIF assistance. This application was considered at the May 25th meeting of the Economic Development Authority and preliminary approval was given to the application. At the June 5th Council Work Session, staff was instructed to prepare and negotiate the appropriate documents for consideration by the EDA at a later date. One of the documents necessary when using tax increment financing is a ‘TIF Plan.’ As part of the process of amending TIF Plans, it is required that the Planning Commission review the plans to determine their consistency with the Comprehensive Plan of the City. On a general level, TIF Plans serve to broadly articulate goals and objectives for the TIF district. The TIF Plan also includes a budget for the expenditure of TIF funds generated as a result of the project. Economic Development Coordinator Parrish noted that a copy of the TIF Plan modification and Resolution 627-00 Concerning the Mounds View Economic Development Authority’s Economic Development Project and Tax Increment Financing Proposals has been provided for the Commission’s consideration. . Mounds View Planning Commission August 2, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 3 Commissioner Laube asked if these documents apply only to The Mermaid. Economic Development Coordinator Parrish stated that is correct, they are specific to The Mermaid. Chairperson Peterson inquired regarding the specific dollar amounts and asked if an amendment would be needed should the numbers change. Economic Development Coordinator Parrish explained these documents contain estimated costs and the final documents will contain an actual budget. Commissioner Miller asked if there is an estimated completion date. Economic Development Coordinator Parrish explained they are attempting to receive development approval and it appears the earliest they could break ground is September to October and the tentative opening date is sometime late next year. Commissioner Laube inquired regarding the impact on the City’s bond rating. Economic Development Coordinator Parrish explained there is only a limited effect on the City’s ability to bond for general improvement projects since the revenue occurring in the TIF fund would not occur “but for” these projects. Also, this is a pay-as-you-go project with no revenue bonds issued by the City on behalf of the developer. Chairperson Peterson asked if the plan remains consistent with what the Planning Commission considered previously. Economic Development Coordinator Parrish stated there have been no revisions. Chairperson Peterson commented that this consideration is more of a formality based on what was determined during the Comprehensive Plan discussions. Economic Development Coordinator Parrish stated that is correct. Commissioner Kaden asked about the financial stability of The Mermaid and the reason TIF is involved. Economic Development Coordinator Parrish explained the theory is that “but for” the assistance being provided, the project would not proceed. He explained staff has been working with The Mermaid for several years to determine what amount would be needed to move the project forward. The anticipated revenues to be received by The Mermaid will be turned into equity for their project. Economic Development Coordinator Parrish stated if TIF was not given, this project would not proceed as proposed today. Community Development Director Jopke stated it is the Council’s decision whether or not to approve this type of TIF financing and if this is the minimum amount that should be put towards this project. He explained that as part of the application process, The Mermaid is required to provide those numbers to the City. Commissioner Kaden stated it appears it is assumed this project is considered to be financially feasible. Community Development Director Jopke stated this project has undergone a substantial financial analysis and they have determined the amount needed from TIF to successfully move the project forward. Chairperson Peterson noted the Planning Commission has already reviewed this project and determined it is in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan. Mounds View Planning Commission August 2, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 4 MOTION/SECOND: Stevenson/Johnson to approve Resolution 627-00, a Resolution Concerning the Mounds View Economic Development Authority’s Economic Development Project and Tax Increment Financing Proposals. Commissioner Stevenson noted the proposed resolution indicates the plans are consistent with the Mounds View Comprehensive Plan and the Commission recommends approval of the plans to the Mounds View City Council. Chairperson Peterson concurred that the consideration is not of a financial nature, but that the plans are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Ayes – 8 Nays - 0 Motion carried. 6. Review of Ordinance 665, an Ordinance Rezoning the Properties Associated with the Walgreens PUD, and Ordinance 666, an Ordinance Vacating the Old Edgewood Drive Right of Way. Planning Associate Ericson gave the staff report as follows: At the July 19th meeting, the Planning Commission approved Resolution 623-00, a resolution which recommended to the City Council approval of the Walgreens development review stage of their PUD, the preliminary plat, the rezoning, and the vacation of the old Edgewood Drive right of way. Staff felt it should provide copies of these ordinances to the Commission for review purposes, even though the Commission has already recommended their approval. He noted the City Attorney has provided copies of these two ordinances and explained that no additional action is required at this time other than to review the ordinances and provide any feedback to staff. The City Council is scheduled to hold second reading and adoption of the two ordinances on August 28, 2000. Chairperson Peterson stated proposed Ordinance No. 666 vacates a portion of Edgewood Drive and proposed Ordinance No. 665 approves a rezoning of parcels from PF (Public Facilities District) and B-3 (Highway Business District) to PUD (Planned Unit Development District). No comments or objections were interposed regarding proposed Ordinance Nos. 665 or 666. 7. Special Planning Case SP-075-00. Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 629-00, a Resolution Recommending Approval of Proposed Ordinance 663, an Ordinance Creating Language to Administer and Regulate Tattoo and Body Piercing Establishments. Mounds View Planning Commission August 2, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 5 Planning Associate Ericson gave the staff report as follows: As the Planning Commission is aware, the Mounds View Municipal Code does not at this time address tattoo or body piercing establishments. In order to adequately research this issue, the City Council adopted interim Ordinance 653 on February 14, 2000, which prohibits any tattoo shops of body piercing establishments to be located in the City for a period of six months. The six-month period will expire on August 14, 2000. It is expected that the Council will call to order at their worksession on August 7, 2000, to extend the moratorium for an additional three months. With the assistance of the city attorney, staff has drafted an ordinance which creates licensing provisions and zoning allowances for such uses. Staff would request the Planning Commission review the entirety of the ordinance paying especially close attention to those provisions concerning the Zoning Code. In addition to creating licensing requirements, the ordinance is drafted to allow such uses in the B-2, B-3, and B-4 business zoning districts. They would be allowed unconditionally (i.e., no conditional use permit would be required) so long as certain specific requirements were satisfied. Staff has made the corrections requested by the Planning Commission and recommends approval of Resolution 629-00, a Resolution Recommending City Council Approval of Ordinance 663. Commissioner Miller noted that Page 11, Section 2, refers to underlined language, however, no language is underlined. Planning Associate Ericson stated all of Subdivision 3 should be underlined and that correction would be made. Commissioner Kaden noted a paragraph on Page 1 where the words “City of Mounds View” should be capitalized. Planning Associate Ericson stated that correction would be made. MOTION/SECOND: Laube/Miller to approve Resolution 629-00, a Resolution Recommending Approval of Proposed Ordinance 663, an Ordinance Creating Language to Administer and Regulate Tattoo and Body Piercing Establishments. Ayes – 8 Nays - 0 Motion carried. 8. Staff Reports / Items of Information A. Previous Council Actions Community Development Director Jopke reported on previous Council actions pertaining to Planning Commission cases. He stated on July 24, 2000, the Council set public hearing times for items relating to Walgreens, the Tattoo and Body Piercing Ordinance, and for the TIF amendments discussed earlier tonight. They also held public hearings on Ordinance 658 relating to fences and fence heights and Ordinance 664 relating to accessory buildings, both of which were approved for first reading. The Council also approved giving the Rice Creek Watershed Mounds View Planning Commission August 2, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 6 District the go-ahead to develop more specific plans related to the Greenfield Park area and areas on which the Watershed District is interested in constructing. This will allow them to prepare more detailed plans so neighborhood and public meetings can be held. B. Highway 10 Steering Committee Update Community Development Director Jopke provided an update on the community meeting which was held by the Highway 10 Steering Committee on July 25, 2000 to prioritize the issues presented and to clarify the priority issues, with safety being the highest ranked issue. This information will be incorporated into a report which will be presented to the City Council at their August 7, 2000, worksession. At that time, the Council will be asked to go to the next phase to prepare an action plan to improve the Highway 10 corridor in Mounds View. 9. Chairperson and Planning Commission Reports Commissioner Stevenson advised that two billboards have been erected for Sysco. Chairperson Peterson noted the signs are pylon style with I-beams on either side. He asked if the final plans were approved by City Staff. Planning Associate Ericson answered affirmatively. No other reports were considered. 10. Adjournment There being no further business before the Planning Commission, Chair Peterson adjourned the meeting at 7:29 p.m. (The meeting immediately adjourned to the Agenda Session) Respectfully submitted, Rick Jopke, Community Development Director Transcribed by: Carla Wirth, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.