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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council - 08/08/1972 1 • 1 1. 1 MINUTES EDEN PRAIRIE VILLAGE COUNCIL Tuesday, August 8, 1972 7:30 P.M., Village Hall Members present were: Mayor Paul R. Redpath, Councilmen Nesbitt, Cosmano and Councilwoman Meyers. Also present was Village Manager, Robert P. Heinrich, Village Attorney Harlan Perbix and Clerk, Edna Holmgren. I. MINUTES OF JULY 25, 1972. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to approve the minutes of July 25th with the following corrections: Page 1 - Acceptance of $89,370 Federal Grant for Waste Water. Resol- ution No. 545. Page 4 - second paragraph — second sentence - He cited that the Baker/ Mitchell area would contain a planned grouping of a service station, church and neighborhood commercial center. With these corections, Mrs. Meyers seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. II. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Nine Mile IA Sub Trunk Sanitary Sewer. SAN 72-1-12. Project Hearing. Resolution No. 553. The Manager presented and reviewed a petition for sanitary sewer in a portion of the north half of Section 3 from Manhole No. 23 northeasterly approximately 2,400 feet to Baker Road. The estimated cost of the project is $91,300 for an estimated assessable area of 61.68 acres with a proposed cost of $1,480.22 per acre. The Manager stated that the project had been petitioned by 8 property owners and would serve the area of St. John's Wood. Mrs. Meyers made a motion to close the hearing and adopt Resolution No. 553 authorizing the Nine Mile lA Sub Trunk Sanitary Sewer. Mr. Cosemano seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. B. Minneapolis Chapter of Asterican Institute of Architects/Eberhardt. Windslolee. Reclassify from District Rural to District Residential Multipe RN 2.5. Ordinance No. 181. First Reading. Mr. Banner representing the Preserve, Mr. Johnson, the Treasurer of the Minneapolis Chapter of Ammer can Institute of Architects and Mr. Baldwin, Landscape Architect presented and reviewed the Windslope zoning request. The project is located in The Preserve north of the Neil Lake Center in the westerly corner on WO acre site. Mr. Johnson reviewed MAIA's objectives of provision moderate income housing at a high standard of architectural and environmental quality. He stated that the basic Council Meeting August 8, 1972 Page Two buildings will be three-unit apartment structures with individual entries from a central stairway. There will be 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units with the bum 1 dings grouped in 12 and 18 unit clusters with storage and mechanical space at ground level in the stairway areas. There are parking courts planned that will provide a partial screen from the road. The Mayor questioned whether there is any rent supplement proposed for the project and Mr. Johnson replied that there was not at this time.but would utilize the conventional 236 program. Mrs. Meyers inquired as to the projected rental rates. She was informed that rates are proposed of $135 for 1 bedroom, $165 for 2 bedroom and$225 for 3 bedroom units. The Mayor inquired if any plans had been included in the project for collection of bottles for recycling. Mr. Bonner replied that there had not but that perhaps same provision could be made for an area in the project for that purpose. Mr. C rle u all, a Board Meneber f the Minne lis Housing Aut o�rit r rted on the avail ity of HUD fy ddss at this ti H.'sta d at the funds were b ing limited to'10% instead ofthhe There being no further questions or comments, a motion was made by Mr. Cosmano to continue the first reading of Ordinance Nb. 181 to August 22nd until the attorney general's ruling is available on subsidized projects and a recommendation is made by the Planning Commission. Mr. Nesbitt seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. III. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS A. License Application List Dated August 8, 1972. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to approve the License Application List dated August 8th as follows: PLUMBIIG SET-UP Backdahl& Olson Plumbing Brandin' ron - Joseph Ruzic Clarence Olson Mr. Cosmano seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. B. Notice of Acceptance of State Mater Pollution Control Agency Grant. $40 625. Resolution No. 554. A motion was made by Mrs. Meyers to adapt Resolution No. 554 authorizing the Manager to sign the acceptance of the State Mater Pollution Control Agency Grant of $40,625. Mr. Comaano seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. it IM BIOS Alp CO`fTpATS Council Meeting August 8, 1972 Page Three IV. BIDS AND CONTRACTS A. Advertisement for Bids. Fuller Road—Lincoln Lane Sanitary Sewer and Water. Vest ate East and Westgate West Sanitary Sewer and Water. Resolution No. 558. A motion was made by Mrs. Meyers to adopt Resolution No. 558 authorizing advertisement for bids for the Fuller Road, Lincoln Lane, Westgate East and Westgate West utility projects on September 11, 1972 at 2 p.m. Mr. Nesbitt seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. V. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES A. Outlot A. Edenvale Industrial Park-2nd Addition. Reclassification from District I GEN to 1.2 Park. Ordinance No. 179. Second Reading. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt the second reading of Ordinance No. 179 and order published reclassifying Edenvale Industrial Park-2nd Addition from District I GEN to 1-2 Park zoning. Mr. Common seconded. Ail voted aye. Motion carried. B. Wallace Hudstad. Creek Knolls Addition. Reclassification from District Rural to District Residential RI-22. Ordinance No. 180. Second Reading. A motion was made by Mr. Cassano to adopt the second reading of Ordinance No. 180 and order published reclassifying Creek Knolls Addition from Rural to Residential RI-22 zoning. Mr. Nesbitt seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. C. Resolution Authorizing Signatures of Village Manager and Acting Mayor. Resolution No. 552. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt Resolution No. 552 authorizing signatures of Village Manager and Acting Mayor on checks. Mrs. Meyers seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. VI. APPOINTMENTS A. Suburban Rate Authority. Appointing Village Manager, Robert P. Meinrich as Delegate. Resolution No. 551. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt Resolution No. 551 appointing the Village Manager, Robert P. Meinrich as a delegate to the Suburban Rate Authority. Mrs. Meyers seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. B. Appointment to Human Rights Commission. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to approve the Mayor's appointment of Lounell Tetley to the Human Rights Commission to fill out the term of Roger Buerger which expires on December 31, 1974. Mr. Comma seconded. Al 1 voted aye. Motion carried. Council Meeting August 8, 1972 Page Four VII. FINANCES A. Audit of Claims 10632 through 10764. - A motion was made by Mr. Cosmano to approve claims 10632 through 10764 for payment. Mrs. Meyers seconded. On roil call, ail voted aye. Motion carried. 1 B. Cash i Investment Report Dated August 8. 1972. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbi tt to accept the Cash & Investment Report dated August 8th. Mr. Cosmano seconded. Ail voted aye. Motion carried. AGENDA ADDITIONS 1. Edenvale 3rd Addition. Final Plat Approval. Resolution No. 555. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt Resolution No. 555 approving the Final Plat of Edenvale 3rd Addition. Mr. Cosmeno seconded. All voted aye. Notion carried. 2. Harold Sprouts. Lot Division. Resolution No. 556. t • 1 vie ues b ar 1 is, tat 2 ,P 3 i S Mr 1 A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt Resolution No. 556 approving the lot division requested by Harold Sprouts, Plat 56721, Parcel 5393 in Section 21. Mr. Cosmano seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. 3. Doris Rice. Lot Division, Resolution No. 557. A motion was made by Mr. Cosmano to adopt Resolution No. 557 approving the lot division requested by Doris Rice, Plat 56722, Parcel 3060 in Section 22. Mr. Nesbitt seconded. Ail voted aye. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 10 P.M. Edna N. Holmgran, Clerk r ' AGENDA EDEN PRAIRIE VILLAGE COUNCIL Tuesday, August 8, 1972 7:30 P.M., Village Hall INVOCATION - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - ROLL CALL COUNCIL MEMBERS: Mayor Paul Redpath, Ralph Nesbitt, John McCulloch Joan Meyers and John Coseuno. COUNCIL STAFF: Village Manager, Robert P. Heinrich; Village Attorney, Harlan Perbixi Clerk, Edna Holmgren. I. "MINUTES OF JULY 25. 1972 Action - motion to approve. II. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Nine Mile IA Sub Trunk Sanitary Sewer. Protect Hearing. Resolution No. 553. Action - Adopt resolution no. 553 approving Nine Mile 1A project or deny. ✓B. Minneapolis Chapter of American Institute of Architects/Eberhardt. Windslope. Reclassify frail Oistrict Rural to District Residential Multiple RM 2.5. Ordinance No. 181. First Reading. Action - Adopt first reading of ordinance no. 181 amending ordinance /135 reel ossifying zoning. III. PETITIONS. REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS \/A. License Application List Oated August 8. 1972. Action - Motion to approve license application list dated 8/8/72. le. Notice of Acceptance of Spate,Water Pollution Control Agency Grant. $40.625. Resolution Nor 55. Action - Adopt resolution no. 551. authorizing the Manager to sign State Water Pollution Control Agency Grant. IV. AIDS AND CONTRACTS dA. Advertisement for Bids. Fuller Road-Lincoln Lane Sanitary Sewer and Water. Westgate East and Westgate West Sanitary Sewer and Water. Action - Motion to approve plans and specifications and authori • •vertise- sent for bids on September 11, 1972. 2 p.m. t{ g Counc il Agenda August 8, 1972 Page Two V. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES JV. Outlet A. Edenvaie Industrial Park-2nd Addition. Reclassification from District I GEN to 1-2 Park. Ordinance No. 179. Second Reading. Action - Adoption of second reading of ordinance no. 179 amending ordinance k135 reclassifying zoning. Wallace Hustad. Creek Knolls Addition. Reclassification from District Rural to District Residential RI-22. Ordinance No. 180. Second Reading. • Action • Adopt second reading of ordinance no. 180 amending ordinance M135 reclassifying zoning. 11( Resolution Authorizing Signatures of Village Manager and Acting Mayor. Resolution No. 552. Action • Adopt resolution no. authorizing Village Manager Robert P. Heinrich and Acting yor John Commune to sign checks. VI. APPOINTMENTS fr• Suburban Rate Authority. Ap tinq Vi I lags Manager. Robert P. Heinrich as Delegate. Resolution No. 551) Action - Adopt resolution no. 551 appointing Village Manager, Robert P. Heinrich as delegate to Suburban Rate Authority. O. Appointment to Human Rights Commissioq. i�r jam~ Action - Motion to approve Mayor's appointment. VII FINANCES A. Audit of Claims 10632 through 1073-/:f a Action - a motion to authorize payment of claims 10632 through 10757. B. Cash & Investment Report Dated August 8, 1972. Action - a motion to accept cash and investment report dated August 8th for review. • AGENDA ADDITIONS 1. Edenvale 3rd Addition. 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SAN 72-1-12 NINE MILE ONE - A C LOCATION: A portion of the North half of Section 3, Township 116, Range 22, from Manhole No. 23 of Nine Mile One Trunk Sanitary Sewer Northeasterly approximately 2,400 feet to Baker Road. HEARING DATE: August 8, 1972 TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $91,300.0O PROPOSED METHOD OF SUB-TRUNK ASSESSMENT: ESTIMATED ASSESSABLE AREA: 61(.68 acres i ESTIMATED ASSESSABLE COST PER ACRE: $1,480.22 APPROVED BY: Dennis K. Trisler, P.E. Village of Eden Prairie i SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENT NO. SAN 72-1-12 ESTIMATED UNIT QUANTITIES UNIT MATERIAL PRICES TOTAL Lump Sum Mobilization $3,000.00 Lump Sum Clearing 8 Grubbing 2,000.00 95 L.F. 8" Sewer (0-8') 10.00 950.00 733 L.F. 8" Sewer (8-10') 12.00 8,796.00 315 L.F. 8" Sewer (10-12') 15.00 4,725.00 1,025 L.F. 15" Sewer (0-8') 30.00 30,750.00 160 L.F. 15" Sewer (8-10') 32.00 5,120.00 40 L.F. 15" Sewer 10-12') 35.00 1 ,400.00 6 Each Standard Manholes 400.00 2,400.00 8 L.F. Manholes, Extra Depth 35.0C 280.00 300 L.F. Class B Bedding 2.50 750.00 600 C.Y. Trench Stabilization Material 8.00 4,800.00 30 L.F. 8" stub 10.00 300.00 6 Acres Seeding 700.00 4,200.00 Lump Sum Easement Cost 4,200.00 SUB TOTAL $73,671.00 ADD Engineering and 1X administration 14,029.00 87,7130.00 ADD Capitalized Interest (7% for 7 months) 3,600.00 $91,300.00 II SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENT NO. SAN 72-1-12 LOCATION OF IMPROVEMENT PARCEL OWNER ASSESSABLE AREA 240 James F. Boyce 3.76 acres 280 H. O. Brown, Jr. 8.35 acres 615 Wm. J. Holasek 4.40 acres 2632 American Oil Co. 10.80 acres 2636 Richard D. Holasek 6.40 acres 2640 Finneman Enterprises, Inc. 18.90 acres 3810 Metram Properties, Inc. 4.02 acres 5600 H. O. Brown, Jr. 5.05 acres TOTAL ASSESSABLE AREA 61 .68 acres DATE: July 30, 1972 APPLICANT: Minneapolis Chapter of American Institute of Architects - MAIA Non-Profit Housing Corporation. LOCATION: The Preserve north of the Neil Lake Center. REQUEST: Concept plan and development stage approval of the 10.8 acre site for moderate income housing. Rezoning of the 10.8 acre site to RM 2.5 in accordance with the plan proposed. REFER TO: Windslope brochure. Commission Minutes of July 5, and July 18, 1972. Housing Task Force and Shelter Corporation material relevant to 236 subsidized housing. PRESERVE AND MAIA OBTECTIVE: The Preserve was formed by assembling small parcels of land into one large contiguous parcel. Through large scale planning, creative design, village/developer rapport economies in providing services, respect for the natural environment and diversity in population,the Preserve is attempting to provide an improved residential environment. An important facet of the Preserve's development is the mixture of ethnic, racial and economic levels of society. The goal of housing for upper income families and moderate income families is the section of society served in housing units in the Preserve. The inclusion of both income ranges at the beginning of development is the strategy being used to blend the units and the people. MAIA's objectives in this project are admirable and very necessary. The provision of moderate income housing at a high standard of archi- tectural and environmental quality is a primary goal. Secondly, the social concern exhibited by a professional organization such as the A.I.A. and channeled into productive projects is commendable. Since this consortium is a non-profit sponsor,the inevitable goal of monitary profit is secondary. An objective that is more a result than a precon- ceived goal is to prove that good design/planning can product a better living environment for the same or less cost.What better group could undertake this task than the A,I,A? CAPABILITIES The Preserve has "front ended" a great deal of the necessary urban services necessary for residential development in the areas around Nell Lake. The necessary facilities are either "in place" or under planning/design contact. Windslope will require these services such • -2- as: sewer, water, roads, etc. , but will also need community services planned school, recreation center, shopping, and public transit. Today the Preserve and the Village are jointly providing many of these services,and in future services this "joint partici- pation" will continue. For example, the parkway systems, some of which are public,while others are owned by the Preserve Associa- ' tion, while others are within each project. MAIA's projects will greatly benefit from these urban amenities supplied by the Preserve and the Village. MAIA has assembled a development team that will provide professional services throughout the project. The architect, site planner and en- gineer design the physical systems and supervise construction. McGough Construction Company is involved in the initial stages to assist the "real construction" problems and will be building the pro-- ject. These physical responsibilities necessary for a successful project are very well conceived and workable. The "soft-ware" capa- bilities needed to achieve success in a moderate income development are under study by the Eberhardt Company. MAIA and Eberhardt are attempting to determine the proper services required in a 236 develop- ment. Eberhardt will be adding additional staff to work with the 236 subsidized projects that it will be managing. The "committment" is there,hut the final "management team" is not complete regarding the social systems. The capability of the Village of Eden Prairie to provide services to the 168 subsidized units in the Preserve is excellent. The physical systems, sewer, roads, etc., are there, parks and open space are committed and will provide a variety of usable open spaces. The need for public transportation in the Village is not sufficient to justify a system,but with the Major Center Area and urban develop- ment,transit will be possible in the near future. The social services provided today by the Village include recreation programs and school associated programs. These will have to be enlarged and new areas added,not just for this project, but to serve all residents. Most important is the committment Eden Prairie has for provision of all ranges of housing opportunity for its current and future residents. SITE AND ARCHITECTURAL EVALUATION, Location: Windslope is a lineal site that steps down the hillcrest over looking the Neil Lake Center. The site is well served by arterial streets and neighborhood collector streets. Underpasses are provided for school and community center pedestrian access, while major community pathwaysborder the site. The Major Center Area, located directly to the north will offer a wide range of commercial and employment services by 1975,while the Preserve center will have the neighborhood services before that time. Generally speaking, this location for housing, especially subsidized housing,is excellent. 1 .. SITE PLAN: The proposed site/concept plan for the entire 35 acre area of which Windslope is a part,is consistent with the Preserve Concept Plan. The low density residential area which Windslope surrounds on the south and west will integrate building types and family types easily. The concept plan is a well thought out residential development area. The site plan presented, which provides parking adjacent to the road, and people spaces that relate directly to the units is excellent. The "service court" and "entry courts" are innovative ways to handle needs of apartment families for usable open space. The buildings utilize the grade change in the slope to step down the hill,and get the maximum number of units away from the auto areas. Important to the success of the exterior spaces is the attention to detail in planning and construc- tion. Therefore, landscaping details should be closely evaluated by the developers and Village. Herb Baldwin, the landscape architect for the project, has an excellent knowledge of the Preserve and the site and will produce the "attention to detail" necessary. The site plan is an excellent use of the site/building relationships while incorporating the needs of residents. UNIT TYPE: The basic buildings are three-unit apartment structures with individual entries from the central stairway. The units are "flats" with each unit on a single level. There are 1, 2, and 3 bedroom units. The buildings are grouped in 12 and 18 unit clusters with storage and mechanical space at ground level in the stairway areas. The character of the buildings will try to reduce the normal non-residential feeling apartments convey. The material used in the construction, window recess, balconies, changing roof lines and site planning are used to create a residential feeling to the development. The spreading of the buildings along the hillside will greatly reduce the "project image" from an architectural view,and will relate the apartments with the townhouses below the hill and the single family on top of the hill very well. The units themselves seem well designed to serve the family and single residents. The procession of 3-bedroom units is very desirable in the project, but the location may not be ideal. The 3-bedroom units will function for families with 2-4 children and would be ideal on the ground floor. Two thirds of the 3-bedroom units are on the second and third floor due to the need to "stack units" of the same size. This only affects 14 of the units and may not be a serious problem. The other elements of the site plan are very workable,such as the parking courts that will provide a partial screen from the road of the parking. The plan does show an excellent understanding multi-family housing needs and does provide new ways of fulfilling these requirements. -4- SOCIAL CONSIDERATIONS Eden Prairie has committed its development to provide for the full range of housing opportunities.and in doing so has addressed the issue confronting all suburban communities in the 70's; the location of the low and the moderate. Windslope will provide for the moderate income individual or family in units that will rent from $132 to $185. The proposed financing uses the standard 236 programs with its restrictive income requirements for residents. If the units are not rented under subsidy, then they may be rented at market rate. As proposed by Shelter Corporation in its Briarhill project, the standard 236 program can be modified to include low income people with the addition of the rent supplement program, and establishing a set percentage of market rate units at the same time. This approach can work without any stigma which sometimes comes from the stan- dard unit subsidy and instead subsidy of the resident to choose any unit. The mixing of income groups within the building without anyone knowing seems to be a desirable way to providing housing for low and moderate income people. This is only one approach to the prob- lem of providing housing for the low and moderate income families. The Windslope approach does not propose rent supplement nor a percentage of market rate units and does utilize the conventional 236 program. The nature of the lineal site will enable the mix of market rate non-subsidized units across the street and down the hill with the Windslope units. The Preserve and MAIA/Fberhardt are aware of the alternate financing and management possibilities but feel the conventional 236 program is better suited to the location at this time. Social programming for and by the residents will be an important part of the management function that Eberhardt is planning. The staff at Eberhardt will be expanded to provide a full time "social program" oriented professional that will coordinate the many subsidized projects Eberhardt manages. Also an "on site" social service worker will assist the residents in every day needs and recreational programming. The social activities are to use the Preserve Center and no interior recreation space is proposed. This may be workable but some "rainy day play space" or recreation room could prove very valuable to the residents. True, the school and center are close by, but they are to be used by 15,000 residents of the Preserve,and it seems appropriate that units that have minimum apace of 639 sq. ft. to 920 sq. ft. should have an interior commons area for resident use. • POLITICAL CONSIDERATIONS: The location of the project within the Preserve,a large scale P.U.D. and separate from existing residential developments greatly reduces any public disfavor, if there would be any. Secondly, the tax ques— tion,about 50% tax abatement or 87% abatement is being resolved presently and it appears that the Village and School District will not be penalized by the 1971 tax law. The attorney general's ruling will be available very soon that will enable the Council to act upon the two subsidized projects. SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS The Windslope 236 subsidized project in the Preserve is very well designed with great care given to the relationship of the building to the site. Physically, the project is as good as any planned in the metro area, market or subsidized. Many factors contribute to this successful physical product; location, the developers, the project design team, amenities of the site and units proposed. The only area that does not show a great deal of innovation is in the financing/mortgage program and in provision of "soft ware" services. The Planning Commission recommends to the Council: 1. The Windslope project for moderate income housing in the Preserve be approved as an excellent multi-family residential environment. 2. That the development plan be approved and the 10.8 acre site be rezoned to RM 2.5 based upon the site plan and the 168 units proposed. 3. That the Village encourage the MAIA/Eberhardt joint partnership to consider the inclusion of market rate units and rent supplement units in the Windslope project. 4. That the Windslope project include adequate interior common spaces for the residents. 4 MINUTES EDEN PRAIRIE VILLAGE COUNCIL Tuesday, July 25, 1172 7:30 P.M., Village Nall Members present were: Mayor Paul R. Redpath, Councilmen Nesbitt, L_ Cosmano and Councilwoman Meyers. Also present was Village Manager George C. Hite, Village Attorney Harlan Perbix and Clerk Edna Holmgren. MINUTES OF 1ULY 11. 1972. A motion was made by Mrs. Meyers to approve the minutes of July llth with the following correction: F. Acceptance of $89,370 Federal Grant for Waste Water. Resolution No. 546. Page Four. S,Cs A motion was made by Mrs. Meyers to adopt Resolution No. 146 accepting the Federal Grant for Waste Water Treatment Plant in the amount of $89,370 and authorizing the Manager to sign the ac- ceptance. Mr. McCulloch seconded, etc. With this correction, Mr. Redpath seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. PRESEN'JATION OF OFFICIAL FLAG An official Eden Prairie flag was presented to Mayor Redpath by Richard M. Vogel, Chairman of the Eden Land Corp. Board of Directors. The Mayor thanked him on behalf of the Council. II. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Richard Rieman. Outlot A, Dienvale industrial Park-2nd Addition. Planned Unit Development Application. Resolution No. 546. Request for Reclassification from Zoning District J GEN to 12 Park. Ordinance No. 179. First Reading. Preliminary Plat. Resolution No. 550. Don Peterson, Edenvale reviewed and presented an office and warehouse site plan in Edenvale Industrial Park-2nd addition. The area of 6.98 acres is proposed to be developed into small industrial lots on Block 2. Mr. Peterson stated that such fea- tures of developing as shared parking and driveway areas, pri- vate truck service drive effectively screened from view and flexible development using 5, 10 and 15,000 square foot buildings of good design yet varied in appearance are proposed. Mr. Richard Rieman stated that there would be occupancy of a variety of business' and contractors. Council Meeting July 25, 1972 Page Two The Manager reviewed the three phases of the hearing request; Planned Unit Development amendment, reclassification of zoning and Preliminary Plat approval. He recommended to the Council that approval be given for development of small industrial lots on Block 2 with a minimum of 16,000 square feet and that build- ing plans, site and landscape plans be approved by the Village staff before building permits are issued. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt Resolution No. 546 amending the Edemale PUD of 1970 as per their application book- let of May, 1972 and subject to approval and ratification by the Planning Commission at their next meeting. Mr. Cosmano seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Cosmano to adopt the first reading of Ordinance No. 179 approving the reclassification from Zoning District I GEN to 12 Park in Edenvale Industrial Park-2nd Addition. Mrs. Meyers seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt Resolution No. 550 approving the preliminary plat of Edenvale Industrial Park-2nd Addition. Mr. Cosmano seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. B. Wallace Hustad. Creek Knolls Addition. Request for Reclassi- fication from Zoning District Rural to District Residential RI-22. Ordinance No. 180. First Reading. The Manager reviewed the zoning request for Creek Knolls Addition. He stated that a letter had been received from Martin Diestler, Bluff Road objecting to the proposal for rezoning from rural to residential. The Manager stated that Mr. Diestler's objections were well founded as he feared that this would mean "spot zoning" for the area. Mr. Hite cited that the land hold agreement for no further platting on the adjoining 150 acres until utilities are ex- tended into the area should be executed. He also suggested that the scenic easements in the plat be reviewed by the Park Com- mission before the second reading of the ordinance is adopted. A motion was made by Mr. Cosmano to adopt the first reading of Ordinance No. 180 with land hold agreement and scenic easement are executed. Mr. Nesbitt seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. C. Hipps Construction Co. Proposed Preliminary Plat. Hipps Mitchell Heights Addition. Mitchell & Scenic Heights. Resolution No. 547. The Manager reviewed the proposed preliminary plat for Hipps Mitchell Heights. Phase I. The plat contains 14 townhouse units Council Meeting July 25, 1972 Page Three and 10 single family home sites located adjacent to Hiawatha and Scenic Heights Road. He recommended approval subject to the review of recommendations 1, 2 and 3 in the Planning Report dated July 16, 1972 as follows: landscape architect con- tinue involvement in supervision for the duration of the project 4- and that the developer have a plan for sewer, water, storm sewer, streets, parking facilities, etc. including lateral services and water meter locations submitted to and approved and signed by the Village Engineer and Building Inspector before the "de- veloper agreements" are signed. A motion was made by Mrs. Meyers to adopt Resolution No. 547 approving the Preliminary Plat, Hipps Mitchell Heights Addition subject to recommendations in the Planning Report dated July 16th. Mr. Cosmano seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. D. New Town Developers. Proposed Preliminary Plat. Atherton Addition. Mitchell & Scenic Heights. Resolution No. 548. Mr. Doug Johnson presented and reviewed the proposed preliminary plat for Atherton Addition, New Town Developers containing 89 units in Phase I. The Manager expressed some concern with the placement of the units, not the number. He noted that the Planning Commission has recommended approval as submitted but that he would recommend that the 3 extra units be removed. He stated that at the time of the request for zoning and PUD Concept Plan Approval at the March 28th Council meeting, approval on the townhouse portion of the application he limited to 86 units with an open space in the center of the development. Mr. Hite felt that 89 units did not conform to the initial concept plan. Mrs. Meyers asked if plans still included a recreation and maintenance building. Mr. Johnson replied that there would be a pool and patio but no recreation building. There being no further questions or comments Mr. Nesbitt made a motion to close the hearing and adopt Resolution No. 548 approving the Preliminary Plat - Atherton Aer',iiioa - New Town Developers removing 3 units,deleting lots 7, 8 and 9, Block 1 - Second Addition. Mrs. Meyers seconaeo. All voted aye. Motion carried. E. Edenvale Planned Unit Develo_pment. Proposed Amendments to Concept Development Plan. Resolution No. 549. Mr. Peterson, Edenvale reviewed the proposed amendments to the Edenvale PUD of 1970. He stated that the revised PUD Land use • Council Meeting July 25, 1972 Page Four plan would include the realignment of the fairways in the Eden- vale Golf Course, realignment of residential areas adjacent to the golf course and a proposal for a neighborhood commercial center at the intersection of Valley View and Mitchell Roads com- - with a church site of 4.2 acres. Another change proposed is the inclusion of a 160,000 square foot mall shopping facility at Mitchell/Valley View in the south quadrant. The Council questioned whether it was appropriate to have a shopping center so near to the Homart center site in The Preserve; Mr. Peterson stated that he felt that there was a need for a cen- ter close to the needs of the people in the area. He cited that the Baker/Mitchell area would contain a planned grouping of a it/el�R s4,44,rt( service station, church and eom nutty commercial center. Mrs. (� Meyers stated that she felt that it was not wise to generate more traffic with this community center and that it would be difficult for pedestrians to reach the area. Mr. Peterson replied that there would be a pedestrian crossing with traffic lights. There being no further questions or comments Mr. Nesbitt made a motion to close the hearing and adopt Resolution No. 599 approving the PUD application by Edenvale. Mr. Cosmano seconded. Messrs Redpath, Nesbitt and Cosmano voted aye. Mrs. Meyers voted no. Motion carried. III. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS, A. Michael 7. Richter. 8980 Franlo Road. Request for Private Kennel License. The Manager recommended that the request by Mr. Richter be deferred to the next council meeting until the adjoining neighbors are notified. B. License Application List Dated July 25, 1972. A motion was made by Mr. Cosmano to approve the license appli- cation list dated July 25th as follows: CIGARETTE & BEER-OFF SALE WELL LICENSE Eden Prairie Grocery-Haakon Nyhammer Wes Erickson Well Co. - Wesley E. Erickson PLUMBING LICENSE Hovde Plumbing & Heating, Inc. - Burton R. Hovde Mrs. Meyers seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. Council Meeting July 25, 1972 Page Five IV. APPOINTMENTS A. Southwest Suburban CATV Study Commission. 2 Appointments. Resolution No. 539. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt Resolution No. 539 appointing the Village Manager and Councilwoman Mrs. Meyers to the SouthNest Suburban CATV Study Commission. Mr. Cosmano seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. B. Village Manager A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to appoint Robert P. Heinrich Village Manager as per his letter of agreement dated July 19, 1972. Mrs. Meyers seconded. On roll call, all voted aye. Motion carried. C. South Hennepin Human Services Planning Board. 4th Appointment. A motion was made by Mr. Cosmano to appoint Rev. Alden Keiski to the South Hennepin Human Services Planning Board for a term of one year to expire January 1973. Mr. Nesbitt seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. V. RECOMMENDATIONS AND REPORTS A. Ordinance No. 173 & 174A. Amending Traffic Ordinance. Second Reading. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt the second reading of Ordinances 173 and 174A and order published. Mrs. Meyers seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. B. Qrdinance No. 176. Buildina Movina, Second Reading. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt the second reading of Ordinance No. 116 and order published. Mr. Cosmano seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. VI. FINANCES A. Amendments to 1972 Budget. Resolution No. 544. A motion was made by Mrs. Meyers to adopt Resolution No. 544 authorizing amendments to the 1972 budget. Mr. Cosmano seconded. On roll call, all voted aye. Motion carried. Council Meeting July 25, 1972 • Page Six • B. Sale of Thorp House. A motion was made by Mr. Cosmano to authorize the sale of the Thorp house on Staring Lake for $5,235. Mr. Nesbitt seconded. On roll call, all voted aye. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M. • Edna M. Holmgren, Clerk j MINUTES EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, August 1, 1972 7:30 P.M., Village Hall Members present were: Chairman Norma Schee, Secretary Wayne Brown, Ralph Nesbitt, Don Sorenson, Patrick Casey and Jammie Mikelson. Also present were Robert Heinrich, Village Manager, Dick Putnam, Planning Assistant, and Ed Handler. INTRODUCTION OF ROBERT HEINRICH, VILLAGE MANAGER. II. MINUTES OF JULY 18, 1972 Casey moved, Mikelson seconded, to approve the July 18 minutes as corrected. Motion carried. III. PETITIONS, RECUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS A. Doris Rice - Property Division. Mr. Putnam presented the proposal for the property division of the Doris Rice property located northwest of Starring Lake, which is bordered on the south by Research Road and on the west by Mitchell Road. The proposal requested a division of the 2.3 acres into two par- cels, 1.3 acres and 1 acre respectively. Mr. Putnam noted that the property was unplatted, and the surrounding area was not ex- tensively developed. Several members of the Commission mentioned that the staff should advise Mrs. Rice to build her proposed house in the southern section in such a way that it would not prevent her from subdividing that southern section at a later date, if she would ever choose to do so. Mr. Putnam noted that this proposal is also consistent with the Redrock Plan. Action Taken Sorenson moved, seconded by Casey, to recommend to the Council the property division of the Doris Rice property. Motion carried unanimously. B. Harold K. Sproule - Property Division - 9150 East Starring Lane. Mr. Putnam presented the proposal for the property division of the Sproule' property located west of Starring Lane. The proposal re- quests a subdivision of the 1.6 acres into two parcels of .9 and .7 acres. Mr. Sproule requests the subdivision with the option of building a second house in the southern section. Mr. Putnam noted that this parcel, as well as the surrounding area, is platted and that the area is thoroughly developed. Therefore, the proposal is consistent with the surrounding area, which is heavily populated with single family units on 3/4 to one-acre lots. The Commission questioned whether or not there were any covenants to this property concerning the subdiviViding of the property since it is in a platted area. Minutes Planning & Zoning August 1, 1972 Page 2 Action Taken __. Sorenson moved to recommend to the Council the property division of the Harold K. .prouls property, contingent upon no restrictions against the subdivision of that lot or a restriction against more than one unit on one lot. Seconded by Casey. Motion carried. C. Valley Knolls Addition - Bru-Mar Construction Preliminary Plat and Rezoning - RI 13.5 for Single Family Subdivision on Duck Lake Trail. Mr. Mary Anderson, assisted by Mr. Bruce Anderson and Mr. Fred Haas, presented the request of the Valley Knolls Addition approval of the preliminary plat and rezoning. Mr. Anderson's presentation touched on several aspects of the proposal. The proposal consists of 49 lots with a total of about 25 acres. The area consists of two exceptions to the proposal; one located at the corner of Barberry Lane and Duck Lake Trail, and the other just west of Duck Lake Road. These two areas are owned by a woman, who they have made an agreement with, to leave them as exceptions. Mr. Anderson noted that there is sewer and water in Barberry Lane and that it is about to be blacktopped. He said that if this proposed preliminary plat is accepted, he would like to have the three stubs put in now, so as to save costs and manpower later when they put in sewer and water. Mr. Anderson also noted that they have dedicated about 4 to 4 1/2 acres to the Village as Parkland in the northern section of the Valley Knolls Addition. He pointed out that there is a valley bordering the northerly proposed lots, and this really is completely unsuitable for development but would be quite appropriate for parkland and park development. Mr. Anderson also added that the area to the east near Duck Lake Road would be the last development phase of the project, probably In one to three years, according to when sewer and water is installed. The Commission asked Mr. Anderson if he had considered any other type of scheme for his layout. The Commission seemed concerned about the cost of snow plowing cul-de-sacs. Mr. Anderson replied that he had plans for a grid iron, as well as a loop layout, but from discussions with the staff and from their suggestions he had settled on the three cul-de-sac layout, with the knowledge that this would be the best design to follow. Mr. Anderson was then asked if he had considered installing walkway systems, perhaps on the lot lines. Mr. Anderson responded that from his previous experience in other developments, walkways had not been a success due mainly to noise and littering. The Commission responded by saying that something must be done to keep the children off the street, especially if the park is going to be for their full time use. Mr. Anderson was also asked why all three cul-de-sacs opened up on Barberry Lane. He said that Minutes Planning & Zoning August 1, 1972 Page 3 there is water and sewer there already, though Duck Lake Trail has these facilities also. Duck Lake Trail, he felt, would be a much too busy street to connect the cul-de-sac s with particularly in the case of the smaller children. Action Taken Mr. Nesbitt moved, seconded by Casey, to refer this request to the Park and Recreation Commission for review, to set a hearing date of August 22nd, and refer it to the Village Engineer, the Maintenance Foreman, and the staff for study. Chairman did not call for vote as it was not necessary. D. Ordinance 178 - Amendment to Ordinance 135 - Landscaping. Mr. Handler presented the proposal for Ordinance 178. He re- viewed Section One and noted that the "Site Plans" were to secure minimum standards for good quality. He pointed out that R 1 zoning in part (c) was left out because this procedure would not be realistically adaptable to single family units. Mr. Handler then said that Subdivision 2.3 of Ordinance 135 is being repealed but that its content would be included in the new Subdivision 2.3 Mr. Handler specifically mentioned that the performance bond in Section 3 along with the site plans are the main scope of the Ordinance. Mr. Handler explained that the performance bond is a way of making developers finish their landscaping and screening according to the plans they submitted. He then noted that the next additions to Section 3 were Just requirements, they were flexible, but held everyone to general requirements as they in- cluded the word "all" to refer to open areas. He explained that the last additions which are more specific in character, were the ones in Ordinance 135 that were put in this order for the reason of being more specific. Mr. Handler explained that Section 5, which was to be the new Subdivision 2.8 was the same paragraph with one additional sentence referring to previous approved site plans that had beendeleted in Section 4. He explained that he felt it should be numbered, rather than general language for future amendments may be possible. Action Taken Casey moved to recommend to the Council the approval of Ordinance 178 subsequent to review by the Park and Recreation Commission. Seconded by Brown, Motion carried unanimously E. Hipp's Townhouses in Edenvale - Request approval of 26 Unit Preliminary Plat. Mr. putham' presented the proposal and was assisted by Mr. Paul Jensen, an architect from Edenvale. Mr. Putnam first indicated to the Commission that previously the concept plan and rezoning had been approved by the Council. He then explained that this preliminary plat is in reference to the changes prescribed by the Commission previously. Minutes 1 Planning & Zoning August 1, 1972 Page 4 Mr. Putnam noted that the buildings had been moved a small distance to appropriate the saving of trees as this was a con- _, cern of the Commissions. Mr. Putnam also stated that four parking spaces had been moved from the entry drive to across the street to also save trees. He then noted a change in the location of sanitary sewer lines due to a new Village requirement of outside lines. However, this could be worked out between the developer and the Village Staff. It should be noted that these plans :'vere submitted at a very late date, and the Commission was quite accommodating to take action on such short notice. Action Taken Sorenson moved, seconded by Brown, to recommend to the Council the approval of the Hipp's Townhouses in Edenvale, Preliminary Plat, subject to approval of sewer and water by the staff, con- firmation by the staff, that the building staking is advantageous to the plans. Motion carried unanimously. IV. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS A. Windslope - 236HousiggProject in the Preserve_-_l68_Units. Mr. Putnam discussed the staff report dated July 30, 1972, on the Windslope project in the Preserve, co-sponsored by the MAIA. He noted that the Preserve has "front ended" many of the necessary urban services needed for residential development, and that the necessary facilities are either "in place" or under planning/design contact. He also added that the Village and the Preserve are jointly providing the needed community services to the Windslope Project, and will continue to do so in the future. Mr. Putnam then indicated that the MAIA has assembled a development team that will provide professional services throughout the project, and that the physical responsibilities necessary for a successful project are well conceived and workable. He also mentioned that the Eberhardt Company and the MAIA are studying the "soft-ware" capabilities needed and are attempting to determine the proper services required in a 236 development. He added that the "committment" is there, but the final management team is not complete regarding the social systems. Tyr. Putnam assured the Commission that the capability of the Village to provide services to the 168 subsidized units In the Preserve is excellent. Mr. Putnam said generally speaking that Windslope is in an excellent location for subsidized housing. He mentioned examples such as streets, underpasses, pedestrian pathways, and commercial and employment services as being easily attainable. Mr. Putanm then indicated that the Windslope project is consistent with the Preserve Concept Plan. He mentioned several aspects of what he felt to be an excellent site plan; the parking adjacent to the f Minutes Planning & Zoning August 1, 1972 Page 5 road, the "service court" and "entry courts" to handle usable open space. The buildings get the maximum number of units away from the auto areas, and the site plan is an excellent use of the site/building relationships while incorporating the needs of the residents. Mr. Putnam then discussed the unit type and mentioned that there are 1, 2, and 3 bedroom units and the buildings are grouped in 12 and 18 unit clusters, etc. Mr. Putnam indicated that two- thirds of the three bedroom units are on the second and third floors, which is not ideal, but were there due to the need to "stack units" of the same size. This only affects 14 of the units and may not be a serious problem. Mr. Putnam noted that Windslope will provide for the moderate income level. The proposed financing uses the standard 236 programs, and if the units are not rented under subsidy they may be rented at market rate. He also indicated that Windslope does not propose rent supplement nor a percentage of market rate. Mr. Putnam pointed out that the staff at Eberhardt will be expanded to provide a full time "social program" oriented professional that will coordinate the subsidized projects Eberhardt manages, and an "on site" social worker will assist the resident in every day needs. Mr. Putnam showed concern that no interior recreation space is proposed. Mr. Putnam noted some political considerations that were favorable to the Windslope project. That being the location greatly reduces any public disfavor (if there were any). It appears the Village and School District will not be penalized by the 1971 tax law concerning tax abatement, and the attorney general's ruling will be available soon. In summary, Mr. Putnam noted that the Windslope 236 subsidized project in the Preserve is very well designed. Physically, the project is as good as any planned in the metro area, market or subsidized. The factors contributing to the physical product are location, developers, project design team, and the amenities of the site and units proposed. The Commission emphasized the need for interior common recreation space and asked Mr. Hustad if he could supply some additional information, as well as a committment, to have interior recreation space. He replied that they were planning to have this space, but it depended on their financial situation, as they are a minimum divided corporation. However, he said he would furnish the Commission with more information. • Minutes Planning & Zoning August 1, 1972 Page 6 Recommendation 1. The Windslope project for moderate income housing in the Preserve be approved as an excellent multi-family residential environment. 2. The development plan be approved and the 10.8 acre site be rezoned to RM 2.5 based upon the site plan and the 168 units proposed. 3. The Village encourage the MAIA/Eberhardt joint partnership to consider the inclusion of market rate units and rent supplement units in the Windslope project. 4. That the Windslope project include adequate interior common spaces for the residents. Action Taken Casey moved, seconded by Nesbitt, to have the Windslope--236 housing project in the Preserve be considered at the next meeting. Note No action 'vas taken at this meeting because of the short time the information was available to the Commission. B. Minnesota Highway Department's Proposal for a Maintenance Facility Between Highway 169 and Interstate 212 North of Major Center Area. Mr. Putnam discussed the staff report dated July 14, 1972, concerning the Minnesota Highway Depart- ment's proposal for a maintenance facility. Mr. Pat Chandler was here from the highway department to answer questions. Mr. Putnam indicated that Mr. Chandler has said the location of this maintenance storage facility is excellent from their point of view. The site has excellent access on and off the freeway with little distraction to other uses. However, its location in the Eden Prairie Major Center Area raises some questions as to appropriate- ness of land use, size of the site limits on any proposed use and the site is visible from three adjacent areas. Mr. Putnam said generally speaking the concept behind this facility is well put together. The utilization of the land is good. Heavily screening the maintenance facility from close view is very necessary, and the two accesses proposed appear workable. One access at the southerly end would be preferred. In addition, the priority given to landscaping in this proposal, over $32,000, is also necessary. Minutes Planning & Zoning August 1, 1972 Page 7 Mr. Putnam expressed very strenuously that the questions of land use of all the land between 212 and 169 are very important ones at this point in time. The land north of the Nine-Mile Creek, which becomes narrow and low, and the land south of the site should be left as a buffer/open space area. Mr. Put- nam noted Mr. Chandler concurred that the land should be left open. He added that an agreement between the Village and Highway Department should be arranged at the time Village approval is granted and completed concurrently with the building permit. Mr. Putnam stated that the existing grades of 169 and the proposed grades of 212 are not indicated in the plan submitted by the highway department. Therefore, it is difficult to evaluate the proposed grading plan. He also noted that in reviewing the grading plan, the intent of the concept was to have ungulating earth berms with varied tree nasses providing understory and canopy screening. However, the earth berming plan suggested in the concept site plan was not followed when the final engineering grades were applied. The rather loose and somewhat "playful" earth forming of the concept plan has been replaced by a stark earth wall. Our suggestion is that the grading plan be prepared in accordance with the concept site plan. Mr. Putnam also noted that the drainage seems workable, keeping it in the southerly end of the site away from the creek. He suggested there should be investigation concerning the use of some of the earth forms in combination with retaining walls to form material storage areas or pockets that would be landscaped to more fully screen and break up the large paved areas. Mr. Putnam explained the landscaping proposed in the site plan indicates an upper story of larger trees (15-25 feet in height) that will provide an adequate screening canopy, and the use of lower understory vegetation such as sumak will provide an excellent visual screen. In addition, the attempt was to give a more natural appearance to landscaping as in the concept plan. This applies to the creek as well as the berm. Mr. Putnam indicated that from evaluation of the landscape plan, it is felt that the initial flare of the concept has been greatly reduced in preparation of the planting plan. He said using a few species of trees, and combining them in repetitively groupings is not the intent of the plan. The clustering of the Russian Olirs, Hackberry and Green Ash at various locations could well be modi- fied to incorporate a little more diversity in nature tree type. Mr. Putnam also added that the use of two forms of sumak as understory is excellent, and if this is carried out as indicated would provide a natural unifying element. Minutes Planning & Zoning August 1, 1972 Page 8 Mr. Putnam concluded by saying the landscaping approach used is adequate, and the budget should be sufficient to provide good landscaping treatment. Mr. Putnam suggests using more verities of tree3 and by using species of larger trees. He also noted the '— possibility of planting areas within the blacktopped area to break up the large asphalter surface visible from distance. In addition, Mr. Putnam said the various B and B trees proposed should pro- vide excellent 15-16 foot canopy screening within the next few years. The Commission expressed concern and asked questions on several aspects of the proposal. The first centered on the grading and landscaping plans. Mr. Chandler replied that the highway depart- ment's landscape architect could get together with the Village Staff to make corrections. The second concern was about the northern access to the site, which Mr. Chandler acknowledged that he is considering eliminating that access as pending the completion of certain surveys. The last major concern was about the open space surrounding the site. Mr. Chandler again acknowledged that he was in complete agreement with the Village on the open space question. Recommendation These recommendations include the amendments as moved by Soren- son, seconded by Casey,and approved by the Commission at the meeting of August 1, 1972. 1. Since the Village may not have jurisdiction over the highway department uses on highway department property, we feel that both parties must work together to achieve the best solution. Mr. Chandler feels it is possible and it is our recommendation to work closely with the highway department on this project. We feel this facility is inappropriate at this location as it is a highly visible major interest point to the Village. 2. It is our strong recommendation that land north and south of the proposed site of Nine-Mile Creek between 169 and 212 be set aside through easement or direct deed to the Village of Eden Prairie for use as open space in conjunction with this project. The limited width of the land and also its high visibility indicates that the future use should be settled between the highway department and the Village. The main- tenance facility proposed provides an excellent opportunity to secure such an agreement. Our recommendation is to have this land remain as open space with proper landscaping to provide a buffer from the freeway. Minutes Planning & Zoning August 1, 1972 Page 9 3. Strongly agree with the concepts of the proposed site plan indicating earth forms of sufficient heights to screen the storage and buildings not less than six feet at lowest elevation but disagree viith the grading plan proposed. Secondly, that the intent of the landscaping proposed in the site plan be developed rather than the proposed landscaping plan which is rather re- petitive. 4. Utilize only the southern entrance. 5. The material storage areas, especially the salt or other chemicals be housed only by some form containing structure to insure that the runoff shall not damage the creek. Also, the material storage areas be properly landscaped with in- vestigation of bins using earth and retaining walls that are planted. 6. Landscaping :within the paved areas be utilized to lessen the effect of the large asphalt and outside storage areas from a distance. 7. That the double row parking arrangement be moved to have perimeter parking along the edge of the site adjacent to the earth berm rather than at the north entrance for circulation reasons and also to reduce the visual effect of the parking. 8. The structure utilize material in keeping with its highly visible location. We recommend that quality exterior materials that are not gaudy be used to harmonize with the extensive landscaping proposed. Action Taken Brown moved, seconded by Casey to recommend the Council's approval of the Minnesota Highway Department's Maintenance Facility between Highway 169 and Interstate 212 north of the Major Center Area with the parameters in the July 14, 1972, Staff Report, .with the needed amendments. Due to the need of more information, the last three items on the agenda were reported an, but no action was taken on them. C. Kemrich, Inc. - Request for R1 13.5 for Single Family Subdivision Located on Duck Lake Trail, Mr. Putnam stated that Mrs. Marks had not as yet been contacted due to the fact that she is out of town. He said the Park and Recreation Commission has reviewed the plat and has no objections. He added that Kemrich, Inc. is in the process of submitting some re-draft material to the Village. Minutes Planning & Zoning August 1, 1972 Page 10 D. Elliason Construction - Request for R 1 13.5 Zoning of 50 Acres for Single Family Development west and south of Round Lake. Mr. Putnam noted that the Elliason Construction Company has agreed to build under the PUD concept. Also, the Park and Recreation Commission has reviewed the plat and find it to be an excellent plan. A representative from the Human Rights Commission stated that the Commission mould like to question Mr. Elliason further concerning his inadequate answers to their questions on moderate housing prices. E. Perkle and Arndt Baywood - Single Family Subdivision Request R 1 13.5 Zoning - Located at County Road Four and Duck Lake Trail. Mr. Putnam stated that the Highway Department is still reviewing the entry from Bay Lane on to County Road Four. He added that the Park and Recreation Commission has reviewed the proposal and is in favor of it. The meeting was adjourned at 10:40 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Wayne Brown Secretary LICENSE APPLICATION LIST AUGUST 8, 1972 (Revs sod) • PURSING Badcdahl i Olson Plumbing - C1a ce 01son 11414sns.✓ t' �ntGl�i Rye SET-I! Brandin' Iron - Joseph Ruzic • VILLAGE OF EDEN PRAIRIE HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 554 { A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE STATE GRANT FOR SEWAGE TREAT- MENT WORKS AND AUTHORIZING THE MANAGER TO SIGN THE ACCEPTANCE BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council of the Village of Eden Prairie, Minnesota that the Village accept the State Grant for the Sewage Treatment Works in the amount of 00,62S and authorize the Village Manager to sign the acceptance. ADOPTED by the Village Council on August 8, 1972. Paul R. Redpath, Mayor ATTEST& SEAL Edna M. Holagren, Clerk ,U , / , MINUTES EDEN PRAIRIE VILLAGE COUNCIL Tuesday, August 22, 1972 7:30 P.M., Village Hall Members present were: Mayor Paul R. Redpath, Councilmen Nesbitt, Cosmano and McCulloch and Councilwoman Meyers. Also present was Village Manager, Robert P. Heinrich, Village Attorney, Keith Simons and Clerk, Edna Holmgren. I. MINUTES OF AUGUST 8, 1972 A motion was made by Mrs. Meyers to approve the minutes of August 8th as written. Mr. Nesbitt seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. II. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Edenvale. Shelter Development Corp. Request for Rh 2.5 Zoning. Briarhi11 FHA 236 Proposal. Ordinance No. 177. First Reading. Dick Putnam, Village Elmismiss .Assistapt reviewed the Briarhill project in Edenvale. The project is proposed to contain 126 units of which 18 units will be townhouses on a 10.8 acre site. Mr. Putnam stated that the Planning Commission had recommended rezoning the 10+ acre11. site in Edenvale to RN 2.5 in accordance with the approved Edenvale PUD Plan. He also recommended inclusion of Market Rate and Rent Supple- ment units within the Briarhill project. He felt the opportunity of using special FHA 236 requirements highly desirable in providing a balanced residential environment in Eden Prairie. Village Attorney Keith Simons then reviewed the Attorney Generals opinion in regard to a state statute which provides for an assessment rate of 5% market value on projects financed under the National Housing Act in communities of under 10,000 population. He stated that the 5%applies for 15 years from the date of original construction. The Attorney I neral ruled that Eden Prairie would come under this ruling according to the 1970 census.but that the projects would be entitled to a 20% assessment after the 15 year period for the remainder of the term of the loan no matter what the population is then. There being no further questions or comments Mr. Nesbitt made a motion to close the hearing and approve the Briarhill FNA 236 proposal. Mr. Cosmano seconded. Messrs Redpath, Commano,an/ Nesbitt and Mrs. Meyers voted aye. Mr. McCulloch voted no. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mrs. Meyers to adopt the fir/reading of Ordinance ) No. 177 reclassifying from District Rural to District RM 2.5.!-lisssis l' Redpath, Comnano oaf Nesbitt and Mrs. Meyers voted aye. Mr. McCul loch r voted no. Motion carried. E • A motion was made by Mrs. Meyers to adopt Resolution No. 569 providing participation by the Village in the Federal Rent Supplement Program 1 Mr. Cosmano seconded. Messrs Redpath, Coaearoan/Nesbitt and Mrs. Meyers voted aye. Mr. McCul loch voted no. Notion carried. Council Meeting August 22, 1972 Page Two A motion was made by Mr. Cosmano to adopt Resolution No. 570 providing participation by the Village in the Federal Market Rate Program in the — Briarhil 1 project. Mrs. Meyers seconded. Messrs Redpath, Cosmano,Mii. Nesbitt and Mrs. Meyers voted aye. Mr. McCulloch voted no. Motion carried. B.Minneapolis Chapter of American Institute of Architects/Eberhardt. Windslope FHA 236 Proposal. Ordinance No. 181. First Reading. Dick Putnam, Village P1. 14,st.wt pouuuntarxasd reviewed the Windslope project in The Preserve. The project is proposed to contain 168 units of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units with the buildings grouped in 12 and 18 unit clusters.on a 10.8 acre site. Mr. Putnam stated that the Planning Commission had recommended that the Windslope project for moderate income housing in The Preserve be approved as an excellent multiple family residential environment. / Mrs. Meyers questioned whether rent supplement had been considered for this project. Mr. George Carter from The Preserve replied that they had been hcsi tant over the provision for rent supplement units but that they recognize the importance to Eden Prairie of providing affxpnsduiimy an economic mix. They have now decided to abide by the Council'a decision in this matter. There being no further questions or comments, Mr. Cosmano made a motion to close the hearing and approve the Windslope FHA 236 proposal. Mrs. Meyers seconded. Messrs Redpath, Cassano, Nesbitt and Mrs. Meyers voted aye. Mr. McCulloch voted no. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Cosmano to adopt the first reading of Ordinance No. 181 reclassifying from District Rural to District RIM 2.5. Mr. Nesbitt seconded. Messrs Redpath, Cosmano, Nesbitt and Mrs. Meyers voted aye. Mr. McCu 1 loch voted no. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mrs. Meyers to adopt Resolution No. 571 providing participation by the Village in the Federal Rent Supplement Program in the Winsl ope project. Mr. Cosmano seconded. Messrs Redpath, Cosmano, Nesbitt and Mrs. Meyers voted aye. Mr. McCulloch voted no. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Cosmano to adopt Resolution No. 572 providing participation by the Village in the Federal Market Rate Program in the Winslope project. Mr. Nesbitt seconded. Messrs Redpath, Cosmano, Nesbitt and Mrs. Meyers voted aye. Mr. McCulloch voted no. Motion carried. Council Meeting August 22, 1972 Page Three C. Elliason Builders, Inc. Round Lake Estates PUD. Reclassification from Zoning District Rural to RI 13.5. Preliminary Plat Approval. Dick Putnam, P.#.,. 4stast presented and reviewed the Round Lake Estate PUO proposal on a single family subdivision located on 50 acres north of Highway 5 and south and west of Round Lake. It is proposed • to contain a mix of housing in the $27,000 to$60,000 cost per unit. tw Phase I containing 26 lots is proposed at this time and will be served by utilities from Highway 5. is A resident questioned where Heritage Road would run as it/the only • street to Highway 5 in the project. Mr. Putnam stated that a proposed • parkway on the south side of Round Lake would ease the traffic. The question of a time schedule on the parkway was asked. Mr. Jessen, Park Recreation Director replied that some plans would be drawn up nextu Mr. James Hoag, Heritage . stated that he was very opposed to the project unless there is another Park exit provided. �Y Mr. Putnam stated that the project was still before the Planning Commission and recommended that the hearing be continued to the September 12th meeting. A motion was made by Mr. CosmanP to continue the hearing until September 12th. Mrs. Meyers seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. . N D. Kemrich. Inc. Edenborough Subdivision. Reclassification from Zoning ��- District Rural to RI 13.5. Ordinance No. 182. First Reading. Preliminary Plat Aopro71. Resolution No. 562. Dick Putnam, presented and reviewed the Edenborough y., Subdivision proposal on the north side of Duck Lake Trail and east of the Bellhurst Addition on 13,500 square foot lots served by sewer and water from Duck Lake Trail. He stated that he recommended that the pathway/steps 7 ` along the storm sewer easement running to the park on the northerly low land area,- A letter has been written to Mrs. Marks an adjacent property owner notifying her of the Kemrich proposal and the Village has encouraged joint cooperation as much as possible. A petition was received and filed from several residents in the Bellhurst Addition requesting that the existbnt Ginavale Lane cui-de-sac be retained. Several homeosmers appeared in person to state their opposition to the extension of Ginavale Lane into the proposed Edenborough Subdivision. IkexRiuuunx Mr. Putnam stated that on the plat plans this lane was not a cul-de-sac but just the end of the street and subdivision. Mr. Nesbitt stated that he was on the Planning Commission when this plat was approved and at that time it was planned to extend this eammor street in order to have an exi t for fire aquinisL and suiosiumu ua street maintenance.err„,.+r. • 1 Council Meeting August 22, 1972 Page Four Mrs. Pat Arlt, 18221 Ginavale Lane appeared to say that she felt that the lots 1, 2 and 3 in Block 1 were platted on land higher than her property. Mr. Putnam said that he didn't think that they were but that perhaps the lots could be arranged in a different manner. He stated that he would meet with her and inspect the properties in question. There being no further cammmm ants, Mr. Nesbitt made a motion to close the hearing and approve reclassification from Zoning District Rural to RI 13.5. Mr. Cosmano seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt the first reading of Ordinance No. 183. Mrs. Meyers seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt Resolution No. 562 approving the Preliminary Plat of Edenborough as per Mr. Putnam's recommendation after meeting with Mrs. Arlt. Mr. McCulloch seconded. Motion carried. E. Donald H. Pericl-Douglas D. Arndt. Baywood Subdivision. Reclassification from Zoning District Rural to RI 13.5. Ordinance No. 184. First Reading. P eliminar lat Approval. Resolution No. 563. Dick Putnam, presented and reviewed the Baywood Subdivision proposal adjacent to Duck Lake and County Road 4. It is proposed on a 15.9 acre site with 27 lots of 13,500 square feet or greater. There are two usable Outlots B and C that are to be maintained by the subdivision homes association or by easement. The extension_of Outlot B with pedestrian strips to Duck Lake will offer an opportunity to the residents for access to the lake. The lake frontage of 120 feet will provide space for a small boat marina, sun bathing, ice skating, etc. The extension of Baywood Terrace to the north could be accomplished by locating the street on the Stodola-Deaver property line minimizing tree cutting and providing access to both properties. Utilities aYuixaauiaxgxara, storm sewer, curb and gutter will be provided by the developer. Hennepin County Highway Department has been included in the proposed plat. An additional ten feet of right of way along County Road 4 will be required. Mrs. Meyers questioned whether the existing storm drains were adequate. Mr. Putnam stated that there was no problem and that the flood gates seeped adequate. She al so questioned the possibility of pollution in Duck Lake. Larry Hanson of ScIj611 &Madsen replied that there would be no more by adding this project than what a farmer puts on his land. There being no further comments, Mr. Nesbitt made a motion to close the hearing reclassifying Baywood Subdivision from Zoning District Rural to Rl 13.5. Mr. McCUlloch seconded. Nouns All voted aye. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Cosmano to adopt the first reading of Ordinance No. 184. Mrs. Meyers seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. A motion was made by Pe. Cos+mano to adiopt Resolution No. 563 approving the Preliminary Plat as recommended by the Planning Commission. Mr. Nesbitt seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. Council Meeting August 22, 1972 Page Five F. Hips Construction. Edenvale. Reclassification from Rural (Edenvale PUD) to Residential Multiple RN 6.5. Ordinance No. 174. Second Reading. ,Preliminary Plat Approval. Resolution No. 564. Dick Putnam, Planner reviewed the Hipps Construction project in Edenvale. 26 townhouse units are proposed on a 4.7 acre heavily wooded site at a density of approximately 5.5 units per acre. The units are proposed to sell from $30,000 to $140,000. This project had been presented at an earlier Council meeting on May 30th. No questions or consents were forth- coming from the Council or audience. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to approve reclassifying Hipps Construction- Edenvale project from Rural (Edenvale PUD) to Residential Multiple RM 6.5. Mrs. Meyers seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mrs. Meyers to adopt the second reading of Ordinance No. 174. Mr. Cosmano seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt Resolution No. 564 approving the Preliminary Plat - Hipps Construction - Edenvale. Mr. Colman seconded. Ail voted aye. Motion carried. G. Bru-Mar Construction Co. Valley Knolls Addition. Reclassification from District Rural to District RI 13.5. Ordinance No. 1 5. First Reading. Preliminary Plat Approval. Resolution No. 565. This itme was moved to the September 12th agenda. III. PETITIONS. REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS A. Tree Chipping Operation at International Disposal Corporation of Minnesota, Inc. IDC). Mr. Luther Nelson and Joe Helgevold, Environmental Services for Hennepin County presented and reviewed plans to establish a •tree chipping operation" on property owned by International Disposal Corp. of Minnesota, Inc. on Flying Cloud Drive in Eden Prairie. The tree chipping operation consists of hauling in trees and wood debris, stocking then and chipping into a usable product with a tree chipping machine. The operation would be conducted by Hennepin County with services and land provided in an agreement with IOC. Actual operation will be in the easterly portion of the sanitary landfill. The Mayor questioned the danger of tranferring Dutch Elm Disease to Eden Prairie by hauling trees into the Village. Mr. Helgevold roplied that there was no danger after the bark is removed. The County plans to close down the operation when the beetles are active, will not haul logs from the last part of April three he first week in June. The Mayor stated that he understood the onlyaiiiget rid of the disease is to burn the trees. Mr. Helgevold 5ca.t.e that the Pollution Control Agency has banned all burning. Mr. Redpath also questioned what would be done with the stripped bark. Mr. Helgevold stated that once it is stripped the disease is gone, there is no home for the insect. 1 Counci 1 Meeting August 22, 1972 Page Six A series of slides and film was shown by Mr. Nel son in regard to the type of operation that will take place at the sanitary landfill. Marty Jessen, Park Director reported that the Park &Recreation Commission was working on an ordinance to govern the hauling of trees within the Village. The Mayor suggested that the matter be tabled until the Park &Recreation Commission reports back to the Council. 1 B. Report on Operation Alternatives Services and Recommendation for an Action Program. gave Marty Jessen oars a report on "Operation Alternatives" a four day santaax drug seminar at Lawrenceville Kansas. Rksuaxpaap*Pa$sMtdelblpasxsNaxtakeak isdgttttalsss attended by five people fron the School District and the Village. Mr. Jessen stated that this group would like to study the dru,,abuse situation in Eden Prairie and take some action or direction by working,7 program for Eden Prairie. The Council requested what they needed�iin,prder to start the program. Mr. Jessen replied that they would like too�isti a mailing to all citizens in Eden Prairie with a questionnaire in regard to knowledge of drug problem, the needs of the community with this problem, etc. He said that this mailing could perhaps be done for a cost of about $300 for postage and printing. He was asked by the Counci 1 to report back at the September 12th meeting with more details about this survey. C. Michael J. Richter. Request for Smal l Kennel License. The Manager reviewed a report by the Sheriff's office on the application by Mr. Richter for a Small Kennel License on Franlo Road.Asthe runways had been built too close to the neighbor's hone,/it would be impossible to keep the noise and odor from annoying these residents. Under these circumstances the Manager recommended that the 1 i cense be denied. Several residents appeared voicing their objections also. A motion was made by Mr. McCulloch to deny the Small Kennel License for Michael J. Richter and file a complaint to have the dogs removed. Mr. Cosmmno seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. D. Approval of List of Judges and Counters for September 12, 1972 and November 7, 1972 Elections. A motion was made by Meal, Byers to approve the following list ofkjudges &+ inters JUDGES District I District I I District III rAi. M e Woodhouse Mr. Fred Holasek 14rs. Jinny Gibson Mrs. Shirley Jellison � Mrs. Doris Johnson < Mrs. Patricia Nelsen Mrs. Evelyn Rogers Mrs. Nancy Autio Mrs. Mildred Clark Mrs. Lorraine Raths Mrs. Margaret Bye Mrs. Sandra Brown I i 1 Council Meeting 1 August 22, 1972 I Page Seven I COUNTERS f District I District II District III i Mrs. Jean Towne Mr. Oliver Warner Mr. James Brown t J. Perry Forster <_— Mr. Calvin Anderson � Mrs. Dorothy Pennie David Docendorf Mr. Henry Hauser Mrs. Libby Hargrove Mrs. Beulah Eggan Mr. Richard Anderson Mr. Kent Barker Mrs. Nyla Jensen Mrs. Mary K. McCarten Mrs. Sally Brown Mrs. Kay Sundell Mr. Michael Pohlen Mrs. Betty Schaitberger Mrs. Meyers seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. E. Minnesota Highway Department Maintenance Facility Located Between Highway 169 and Interstate 212, North of Major Center Area. Resolution No. 567. Dick Putnam, Planner reviewed the Highway Department site and plans. Mr. Putnam stated that he felt that the facility was well put together, utilizing land in an intense noise area next to a freeway. Heavy screening will be provided and site grading has famed a pad which is high above the road. Mr. Putnam expressed concern about the use of all of the land between 212 end 169. {fie land north of the Nine-Mile Creek which becomes narrow and low, and the land south of the site should be left as a buffer/open space area& Mr. Pat Chandler of the Highway Department concurred that the land should be left open and added that an agreement between the Village and Highway Depart- ment should be arranged at the time Village approval is granted and completed concurrently with the buil ding permit. The Mayor questioned if the Village might end up with a salt/sand pile as there has been on old County Road 5. Mr. Chandler said that it would not, this would be under cover. There being no further questions or comment, a motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt Resolution No. 567, a resolution establishing Minnesota Highway Department Maintenance Faci 1i ty land restrictions. Mr. Cosmano seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. F. Hunan Rights Commission Motion to Approve Staff Report Dated July 30, 1972 - Windslope P1A1. Section This motion was included in the previous lam I - Public Hearings, Item B. IV. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES A. Resolution Supporting Metro Sewer Board and Metro Council Proposal Allocating Reserve Capacity Costs to Future Users. Resolution No. 566. fitfaxftaeontuxsoutatessxtiumeSe stalleutletoem ttgxxxikexlruasid emmare to l stnttft ddemxigterbarRtsansaxllssstenni A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to adopt Resolution No. 566 supporting the concept of a System Availability Charge as dig means bywhich the future userss of th Metro Soarer System would pay for the sstem costs incurred for their benefits. Mr. Coamano seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. Council Meeting August 22, 1972 Page Eight B. A Resolution of Intent Not to Treat Industrial Wastes. Environmental Protection Agency. Resolution No. 559. The Council requested that this item be carried over to the September 12th meeting for clarification by the Finance Director. V. FINANCES A. Fire Department Relief Association. Financial Requirements. The financial requirements of the Fire Department Relief Association were received and filed. AGENDA ADDITIDNS 1. Duck Lake Trail & County Road 04. Pedestrian Pathway. Dick Putnam, Planner presented a proposed pedestrian walkway on Duck Lake Trail to 168th Avenue, County Road N4 from Milwaukee Bridge to Luther Way. He stated that the total length of the proposed walkway from Ticonderoga Trail to 168th Avenue is approximately 5,710 feet. By removing the Bru-Mar, Kemri ch Inc. subdivision and church property fronting on Duck Lake Trail the total remaining is 2,260 feet at about $1.50 per foot of 4 foot walkway would cost an estimated total of $5,175. The suggested location of a walkway on the east shoulder of 1 County Road #4 from the bridge to Luther Way has been thus far looked upon as being unfavorable by the County Highway Department. They are studying the possibility of a different location. The total length would be approximately 4,240 feet at about $1.50 per foot with an estimated cost of $6,360. Discussion was held on areas along the road where this pathway could be placed. Mr. Putnam felt that an extension ofLthe road would not be safe as the striped line perhaps could not Y seen readily during the winter months with snow and ice. A pathway along the ditch or on undeveloped land which might be deeded to the Village at the time of plat approval was also discussed. Mrs. Meyers felt that since She Duck Lake Trltcl seal would be restored after utilities are installed, it would be a suitable time to consider the alternatives of a pathway. This item is to be placed on a future agenda when more data is available in regard to completion dates on utility installation. 2. License Application List Dated August 22. 1972. A motion was made by Mr. Cosmano to approve the license application list dated August 22nd. Mr. Nesbitt seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. Council Meeting August 22, 1972 Page Nine 3. Round Lake Storm Sewer. Bid Award. A motion was made by Mr. Nesbitt to award the bid for the Round Lake r Storm Sewer to Northern Contracting Co. in the amount of $18,425.30. Mr. McCulloch seconded. On roll call, all voted aye. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 12:05 A.M. Edna M. 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IA, I i c i 4, -.5- 7 e— /a r e../-2/ -7-n AL_ o Minutes Planning & Zoning August 1, 1972 Page 10 D. Elliason Construction - Request for Ri 13.5 Zoning of 50 Acres for Single Family Development west and south of Round Lake. Mr. Putnam noted that the Elliason Construction Company has agreed to build under the PUD concept. Also, the Park and Recreation Commission has reviewed the plat and find it to be an excellent plan. A representative from the Human Rights E. Commission stated that the Commission would like to question Mr. Elliason further concerning his inadequate answers to their questions on moderate housing prices. E. Perkle and Arndt Haywood - Single Family Subdivision Request Ri 13.5 Zoning - Located at County Road Four and Duck Lake Trail. Mr. Putnam stated that the Highway Department is still reviewing the entry from Bay Lane on to County Road Four. He added that the Park and Recreation Commission has reviewed the proposal and is in favor of it. The meeting was adjourned at 10:40 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Wayne Brown Secretary .rR VILLAGE OF EDEN PRAIRIE HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. 174 Hipps Construction Co. Edenvale AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING AND AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 135 The Council of the Village of Eden Prairie does ordain as follows: Section L. Appendix A of Ordinance No. 135 is amended by adding to Section 4, Township 116, Range 22 as follows: Approximately 4.7 acres of land situated in the SE> of the $1414 of Section 4, Township 116, Range 22. The site is approximately l mile north of Valley View Road and 1,000 feet east of Purgatory Creek. RM 6.5 First read at a regular meeting of the Council of the Village of Eden Prairie this 30th day of May, 1972 and finally read, adopted and ordered published at a regular meeting of the Council of said Village on the-F3*M- day-ef-.Ounet-i93,1. °Meat (tar Paul R. Redpath, Mayor ATTESTS SEAL Edna Pt. Holmgren, Clerk MINUTES eij EDEN PRAIRIE VILLAGE COUNCIL Tuesday, May 3D, 1972 7:30 P.M., Village Hall Members present were: Mayor Paul R. Redpath, Councilmen Nesbitt, Lieb and McCulloch and Councilwoman Meyers. Also present was Village Manager — George Hite and Clerk Edna Holmgren. — I. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Hipps Townhouse Development - Edenvale. Application for Rezoning from Rural (Edenvale PUD) to Residential Multiple RM 6.5. Presentation by Applicant. Report by Manager. Di scussi on. Ordinance No. 174. first Reading. Don Peterson, Edenvale and Drlan Miller representing Mason, Wehrman Chapman presented and reviewed Hipps Townhouse Development application for rezoning. 26 townhouse units are proposed on a 4.7 acre heavily wooded site at a density of approximately 5.5 units per acre. Mr. Peterson noted that the units have the ability to step up hi11 or down hill, thereby accomodating terrain change with a minimum of grading. The private street leading into the project will be a cul-de-sac, is shaped in en "L"with 65 foot diameter turn around in the center. Mr. Peterson noted also the promimity of the project to the Edenvale trail system which runs through the center of the site. Mayor Redpath questioned emergency vehicle access to the site and if the street systems proposed would be adequate. Mr. Peterson stated that the terrain was such that the streets could not be through streets without substantial site alteration. The Manager noted that they were private, not public streets. Mr. McCulloch inquired as to the Valley View Road 1 schedule of upgrading and the Manager stated that for the present time he felt that it was adequate to take care of this project but that upgrading would be needed withiq two or three years and would depend on the avail ability of State Aid Funds. Mrs. Meyers noted the high ratio of parking spaces to the number of units in the project. Mr. Peterson replied that there were 2 parking spaces in front of each unit as well as two car garage plus open parking for visitors and a recreational parking area. He stated that it is hoped that this will keep parking on the streets to a minimum. Hr. Nesbi tt questioned whether the recreational storage areas were adequate. The Manager stated that the ratio of i to IO units was an arbitrary figure but that he felt the areas in this project were sufficient with the 4 park• ing spaces per unit. lle further noted that small recreational items such as snowmobiles, boats or trailers would perhaps be stored in the garage areas with larger boats and campers in the recreational areas. There being no further questions or comments, Mr. Liab made a motion to lose the hearing and adopt the first reading of Ordinance No. 174. Mr. Nesbitt seconded. All voted aye. Motion carried. yin A fl e ri C f, • \ 21 L °.i ' a. y. 1 17 Director of Public 'World 320 Washington Ave.So.,Hollins,Minnesota 66343 August 14. 1972 Mr. Robert P. Heinrich Village Manager Village of Eden Prairie Eden Prairie, Minnesota 55343 Dear Mr. Heinrich: Hennepin County plans to establish and operate a "tree chipping operation"on the property owned by international Disposal Corporation of Minnesota, Inc., at 10055 Flying Cloud Drive in the VI1lege of Eden Prairie, • The "tree chipping operation' consists of hauling In trees and wood debris, stacking them as necessary and chipping them into a usable product with a tree chipping machine. The operation would be conducted by Hennepin County, with services and land provided in a contractual agreement with IDC. The actual operating site will be in the easterly portion of the sanitary landfill, approximately 60 feet below the surrounding ground elevation, All materials entering or leaving the site will use the existing access road from Trunk Highway 169-212, which serves the sanitary landfill operation. Enclosed is a copy of the original report which was adopted by the County Board and directed to the Department of Publ is Works to obtain site locations and appropriate approvals. Also enclosed are some sketches indicating the general location within the landfill area where the operation will be con- ducted anda plan indicating the type of operation to be conducted at that location. Mr. Robert P. Heinrich Page - 2 August 14, 1972. We would be happy to meet with you and the Village Council as necessary to explain the proposed operation. We also have colored slides and.a short 16 millimeter film of typical, similar operations so that a thorough understanding can be gained of the type of operation we are planning. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Sincerely, 1A Luther D. Nelson, P. E. Chief, Environmental Services Section Encls. LDN/mc • I ELECTION JUDGES & COUNTERS September 12th & November 7th Elections i----- , , 21011 District I District II District III Mrs. Margie Woodhouse Mr. Fred Holasek Mrs. Jinn), Gibson Mrs. Shirley Jellison Mrs. Doris Johnson Mrs. Patricia Nelsen Mrs. Evelyn Rogers Mrs. Nancy Autio Mrs. Mildred Clark Mrs. Lorraine Raths Mrs. Margaret Bye Mrs. Sandra Brown COUNTERS District i District II District III Mrs. Jean Tome Mr. Oliver Warner Mr. Jones Brown J. Perry Forster Mr. Calvin Anderson Mrs. Dorothy Fannie David Docendorf Mr. Henry Hauser Mrs. Libby Hargrove Mrs. Beulah Egan Mr. Richard Anderson Mr. Kent Barker Mrs. Nyla Jansen Mrs. Nary K. McCartan Mrs. Sally Brown Mrs. Kay Sundell Mr. Michael Pohlan Mrs. Betty Schaitberger I P , PLANNING REPORT Date: July 14, 1972 Request; Applicant - Minnesota Highway Department Maintenance Facility Located Between 169 and Interstate 212 North of Major Center Area. Refer To: Planning Commission's Minutes-June 26, July 5. Comments; Location. Mr. Pat Chandler, of the highway department, said the location of this maintenance storage facility is excellent from the highway department's view point. The site has excellent access on and off the freeway with little distraction to other uses. On the other hand, its location in the Eden Prairie Major Center Area raises some question as to appropriateness of land use. Also, the size of the site limits any proposed use. The site is visible from adjacent areas such as the Valley View Bridge over 212 and the land to the northeast owned by Ed Peterson and Jerry Schoenfelder and as you drive along 212 coming south. Concept Generally, the concept behind this facility is well put together. Utilizing land that is in an intense noise area next to a freeway and between major frontage road is appropriate use. Heavily screening the maintenance facility from close view is very necessary on this exposed site. The two accesses proposed appear workable) but one access at the southerly end of the site would be preferred. Outside storage of materials such as salt, gravel, and sand certainlyare a necessary requirement but should be extremely well handled to prevent any environmental damage and visual problems. The priority given to landscaping in this proposal, over $32,000 is very necessary. The questions of land use of all the land between 212 and 169 is very appropriate. The land north of the creek becomes narrow and low and should be left as a buffer/open space area. Mr. Chandler stated that if the land could be left open it would be most desirable from all points of view. The agreement between the Village and Highway Department should be arranged at the time Village approval is granted and completed concurrently with the building permit. Grading The site grading has formed a pad which is high above the road, possible 15-20 feet at the northerly end next to Nine-Mile Creek and at the southerly end of the site 169 and 212 will come up to approximately the same grade level. Also, extensive grading along Nine-Mile Creek has been completed and should be restored to its natural condition. The existing grades of 169 and the proposed grades of 212 are not indicated in the plan submitted by the highway ,01 Planning Report -2- July 14, 1972 department. Therefore,it is very difficult to evaluate the proposed grading plan. In reviewing the grading plan,the intent of the con- cept was to have ungulating earth berms with varied tree masses, providing understory and canopy screening. The earth berming plan suggested in the concept site plan was not followe final engineering grades were applied. The rather loose and some- what "playful" earth forming of the concept plan has been replaced by a stark earth wall. Our suggestion is that the grading plan be prepared in accordance with the concept site plan. The drain- age seems workable and reflects the salt and material storage drainage, keeping it in the southerly end of the site away from the creek. A suggestion that should be investigated would use some of the earth forms in combination with retaining walls to form material storage areas or pockets that would be landscaped to more fully screen and break up the large paved areas. Landscaping The landscaping proposed in the site plan indicates an upper story of larger trees in the range of 15-25 feet in height that will pro- duce an adequate screening canopy. The use of lower understory vegetation such as sumak will provide an excellent visual screen. The site plan indicates these would be used in clusters around the site providing vegetation to complement the earth forms. Also, the attempt was to give a more natural appearance to landscaping as in the concept plan. This applies along the creek as well as the berm. Care has been given to provide most of the landscaping on the exterior side of the berm and not to the interior of the berm where easily maintainable areas are used. In evaluating the landscape plan, we feel that plan the initial flare of the concept has been greatly reduced in preparation of the planting plan. Using a few species of trees and combining them in repetitively groupings is not the intent of the plan. The clustering of the Russian Olirs, Hackberry and Green Ash at various locations could well be modified to incorporate a little more diversity in na- ture tree type. The use of two forms of sumak as understory is excellent and if this is carried out as indicated would provide a natural unifying element. The treatment of the creek, using willows and lythrum is certainly trees that can exist well within lower areas. The only comment here is that these trees are somewhat artificially placed in this location and that there might be a more natural approach to restoration of the natural area, perhaps sumak. Planning Report -3- July 14, 1972 Generally speaking, the landscaping approach used is adequate. The budget of $32,659 should be sufficient to provide good land- scaping treatment. Our comment would be to better utilize this money by providing a more natural landscaping treatment rather than the nurserymen's approach to tree plantings. We suggest using more verities of trees and by using specy of larger trees. It is our evaluation that the planting plan reflects a more regi- mented unnatural approach to landscaping than would certainly be possible with this site and budget. Also, that the possibility of planting areas within the blacktopped area to break up the large asphalter surface visible from distance. The inclusion of landscaped bins for material storage piles would greatly add to this. Generally speaking, the 2 1/1 to 2 inch B & B trees along with the 1 1/1 to 1 3/4 B & B trees proposed should provide excellent 15-16 foot canopy screening within the next few years. Recommen- 1. Since the Village does not have jurisdiction over the highway dations department uses on highway department property, we feel that both parties must work together to achieve the best solution. Mr. Chandler feels is possible and it is our recommendation to work closely with the highway department on this project. 2. It is our recommendation that land north of Nine-Mile Creek be- tween 169 and 212 be set aside through easement or direct deed to the Village of Eden Prairie for use as open space in conjunction with this project. The limited width of the land and also its high visibility indicates that the future use should be settled between the highway department and the Village. The maintainance facility proposed provides an excellent opportunity to secure such an agreement. Our recommendation is to have this land remain as open space with proper landscaping to provide a buffer from the freeway. 3. Strangely agree with the concepts of the proposed site plan indicating earth forms of sufficient heights to screen the storage and buildings but disagree with the grading plan proposed. Secondly, that the intent of the landscaping proposed in the site plan be developed rather than the proposed landscaping plan which is rather repetitive. 4. The north entrance, which is the small entrance, be eliminated if possible and utilize only the southerly entrance for the entire site. Planning Report -4— July 14, 1972 5. That the material storage areas, especially the salt be housed by some form containing structure to insure that the runoff will not damage the creek. Also, the material storage areas be properly landscaped with investigation of bins using earth and retaining walls that are planted. 6. Landscaping within the paved areas be utilized to lessen the effect of the large asphalt and outside storage areas from a distance. • 7. That the double row parking arrangement be moved to have perimeter parking along the edge of the site adjacent to the earth berm rather than at the north entrance for circulation reasons and also to reduce the visual effect of the parking. 8. The structure utilize material in keeping with its highly visible location. We recommend that quality exterior materials that are not gaudy be used to harmonize with the extensive landscaping proposed. VILLAGE OF EDEN PRAIRIE HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 567 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING NINNESOTA HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT MAINTENANCE FACILITY LAND RESTRICTIONS BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council of the Village of Eden Prairie, Minnesota that the Minnesota Highway Department Maintenance Facility located in a highly visable site northeast of the Major Center access is a necessary supportive facility of the State and community's highway system. The autherity of the Village in controlling development of highway right-of-way is unclear, but it appears that the VI liege does not have jurisdiction. The Village Council s support of the proposed maintenance facility is given with the conditions stated in the Planning Commission recommendations dated August 1, 1972 with special emphasis upon them second recommendation that the Village secure from the Minnesota Highway Department legally binding instruments to assure that no further developamt be allowed on the land between I.212 and old 169. ADOPTED by the Village Council on August 22, 1972. Paul N. IBadpath, Meyer ATTESTS SEAL Edna M. Holagren, Clerk 4 MEMO TO: Mayor and members of Village Council FROM: Village Manager DATE: August 18, 1972 SUBJECT: Metro Sewer Board Charges for Future Capacity For some time the Metropolitan Council and Metropolitan Sewer Board have been jointly studying alternative methods of allocating costs of metropolitan sewer operations and construction. The significance of this study for the Village of Eden Prairie is con- siderable. Eden Prairie has found it impossible to pay the reserve capacity charges allocated the past two years because current users or present property owners were the only sources of revenue. The recommended changes approved by the Metro Sewer Board and the Metro Council Referral Committee distinguishes between ourrent and future use costs. A comparison of bills: Estimated Estimated Proposed 1971 1972 1973 Sewage treatment costs 7,974 5,638 6,367 Debt on unused treatment - 38,895 - works Cost of interceptor capacity 5,725 3,553 8,968 we used Cost of interceptor capacity 576•,,850 518,560 - for our future use 590,549 566,646 15,335 Less credit for our owner- (2.553) (3,166) 3,494 ship in the SSSD system 587,996 563,480 11,841 Less loans from other $71.082 $40.452 - communities to assist 16,914 23,028 11,841 Eden Prairie (deferment) Eden Prairie's share of the 10,267 loans Our net bill $27, 181 $29,710 $11,841 Overpayment of the 1971 - - (961) final bill Payable Bill $27,181 829,710 $10,880 As you can see, no deferment for reserve capacity in 1973 is shown. Capacity reserved for future users are paid by the users at the time the building permit is issued. -2- • The amount of $1,111,534 deferred the past two years, remain a' Village obligation. Hopefully, a satisfactory arrangement will be worked out that might include an abatement of a portion of this debt. We have 15 years in which to repay the debt if this is required by the Sewer Board. Considerable study and discussion with Sewer Board Staff during the next year is an- ticipated in attempting to arrive at some•agreeable solution. I strongly'urge the Village Council to adopt a resolution support- ing the proposed cost allocation system. The Metro Council expects to act on this matter Thursday, September 7, 1972. A copy of the Summary and Conolusion of the proposed cost allocation study is attached. • • • • • • VILLAGE OF EDEN PRAIRIE HENNEP IN COUNTY, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 559 A RESOLUTION OF INTENT NOT TO TREAT INDUSTRIAL WASTES WITHOUT A COST RECOVERY SYSTEM SATISFACTORY TO THE ENVIROMIENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council of the Village of Eden Prairie, Minnesota as follows: That the Village of Eden Prairie does not anticipate the treatment of industrial wastes, and that if it will treat such wastes a cost recovery system satisfactory to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will be enacted at such time. ADOPTED by the Village Council on 1972. Paul R. Redpath, Mayor ATTESTS SEAL Edna M. Holmgren, clerk ,, - • July 31, 1972 To: The Village of Eden Prairie The Eden Prairie Volunteer Fire Department Relief Association hereby submits its financial requirements per laws of 1971 Chapter 261. Normal Cost $10,863 Amortization Payment on Unfunded Liability 3,041 Total Required 313.9u4 l, f, 14,1, N. E. Lane 1 Secretary c.c. State Department of Insurance 1 4