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APPROVED MINUTES
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TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 1988 7 : 30 PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS,
7600 Executive Drive
COUNCIL MEMBERS : Mayor Gary Peterson, Richard Anderson,
George Bentley, Jean Harris, and
Patricia Pidcock
CITY COUNCIL STAFF: City Manager Carl J . Jullie, Assistant
to the City Manager Craig Dawson, City
Attorney Roger Pauly, Finance Director
John D. Frane, Director of Planning
Chris Enger, Director of Community
Services Robert Lamber, Director of
Public Works Eugene A. Dietz, and
Recording Secretary sue Anderson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL : All members present .
// I . APPROVAL OF ,AgENDA AND OTHER ITEMS OF BUgINESS
MOTION:
Anderson moved, seconded by Harris to approve the Agenda and
Other Items of Business, as amended and published .
Bentley requested to make a brief report on National League of
City Conference Under ITEM X .A.
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Anderson wanted to comment on the litigation of the State
Supreme Court on Bloomington 's action on a law and ask City
Attorney about what Eden Prairie can do if it fits in with
anything that the City is doing.
Motion carried unanimously.
II . MINUTES
A. Regular City Council Meeting held Tuesday. February 16 ,
The following change was made : Page 5, ITEM IX .D,
paragraph 2 should read : Pidcock nominated . . . .
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MOTION :
{ Pidcock moved, seconded by Bentley to approve the Minutes
of the City Council Meeting held Tuesday, February 16,
1988 as published and amended . Motion carried
unanimously.
B . ftSular Cityu c t o held Tuegday, March 1, 1988
The following change was made : Page 11, ITEM X. A,
paragraph 4 should read : Harris felt the Council should
make a decision as to its position and be prepared when
the time arises to make a final decision .
MOTION •
Pidcock moved, seconded by Anderson to approve the Minutes
of the City Council Meeting held Tuesday, March 1, 1988 as
published and amended . Motion carried unanimously.
III . CONSENT CALENDhe
A . C1eXk1s Liggnge Lis&
B. E p,al Plat Approval for Bergman Addition ( located west of
Rosemary Road and south of Holly Road ) Resolution No . 88-
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C. Final Plat Apyrovail_for Jenkins Addition ( located north of
Research Road and east of Mitchell Road ) Resolution No .
88-19
D. Final Plat AporZyal fox Starrwgod Addltion ( located north
of Research Road and east of Mitchell Road ) Resolution No .
88-53
E. ELnal Plat Approval
(Creekview) ( located south of Purgatory Creek, north of
Riverview Road and east of County Road 18 ) Resolution No .
88-54
F. Final Plat, ADoroval for Windsong II 2nd Add tign ( located
east of Anderson Lakes Parkway and north of Windsong
Drive ) Resolution No . 88-55
G. Receive
Wakermain ImpXoygments
Lane
Mitchell
He!acing, I .C. 52-451 (Resolution No . 88--56 )
H . Approval of Change OrdeX No . 5 fob Vallgy Vier Rgsld
Im2rov mentg ,, I .Q. 1 272
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I . 2nd Reading of Ordinance No . 14-88, Amending City Code Y
Section 2 11 Subd 1. and Adopting by Refee City Code
Chapter 1 and Sect S on 2 99, which among Other Things
�gntain PenAlty P ovisions ( Board of Adjustments and
Appeals )
J . Resolution No . 88-57, Proclaiming April as Cable
Te lcvvii on Month
K. JXNKINS ' ADDITION by John Jenkins . 2nd Reading of
Ordinance #60-87, Rezoning from Rural to R1-13 . 5 on 5 . 61
acres; Approval of Developer ' s Agreement for Jenkins '
Addition; and Adoption of Resolution 188-13, Authorizing
Summary of Ordinance #60-87 and Ordering Publication of
Said Summary. 5 . 61 acres into 2 lots and one outlot .
Location : North of Research Road, south of Ridgewood
West . ( Ordinance #60-87, Rezcning; Resolution #88-13,
Authorizing Summary and Publication)
L. CREEKVIEW by Brown Land Company (Bell Oaks Fist Addition)
2nd Reading of Ordinance #8-88-PUD-1-880 Rezoning from
Rural to PUD-1-88-R1-13 . 5; Approval of Developer 's
Agreement for Creek vies; and Adoption of Resolution #88-
41, Authorizing Summary of Ordinance #8-88-PUD-1-88 and
Ordering Publication of Said Summary. 78 . 22 acres with
PUD variances, Zoning District Change from Rural to Rl
13 . 5 on 60 . 15 acres, Preliminary Plat of 78 . 22 acres into
93 single family lots and 2 outlots . Location : South of
Bluffs East 4th Addition, north of Riverview Road .
(Ordinance 88-88-PUD-1-88; Resolution #88-41, Authorizing
Summary and Publication)
M. Rya rgst for Grading Permit by Sr,!2t t B.rau,► 16201 Pioneer
TXai1,, to fill and level his vary area
N . Aiith9_rization fQr Roof pair at 8950. Eden Pr!girie Road
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O. Radl2s ate! PQlig2 Parking Lot $
P . Chang Orde;- No . 2,` Fire Station Cont ac^
M.QT I ON :
Harris moved, seconded by Pidcock to approve items A-P on
the Consent Calendar .
Pidcock stated that she felt uncomfortable with Item J and
requested reasoning for it being put in at this time .
Bentley replied that April has been declared National
Cable month and all communities are recognizing it .
Peterson added that the Governor has declared this as
well .
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Harris requested a brief statement from Mr . Jullie
regarding Item P, Change Order, as to negotiations taking
place for a lower financial commitment. Dawson replied
that some question has arisen to the extent of the City's
cost commitment to safeguard a power pole at the Fire
Station # 4 . The City maintains that the system currently
provided is adequate and NSP believes a more elaborate
system is necessary. The City is trying to negotiate its
financial commitment to be for what was provided
Initially, and to have NSP pick up the difference .
Motion carried unanimously.
IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Street and Utility Improvements on Goldgn Triangle Drive ,
l C. 52--110 (Resolution No . 88-33 ) Continued from March 1,
1988
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City Manager Jullie stated that this item was continued
from the March 1, 1988 Council meeting . At that meeting,
Hoyt Development requested that the project be ordered,
but Helle Development, which abuts the property in
question and has a contractual obligation to build the
roadway, requested the Council delay its decision to order
the improvements. It was hope that Mr . Helle would find a
buyer for his property during the interim, but a letter
f received from Mr . Helle 's representative this afternoon
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Mr . Helle wished to go on record that he believed his r
property would not be benefited from this road
improvement, he was not prepared to dedicate land to the
City, and he was not supportive of any type of assessment
to his property. To order this project, four affirmative
votes would be required from the Council .
Jullie summarized the project as a 300 ' long street with
some watermain construction necessary and having a
sidewalk .
Dietz showed graphics of the project area . The projected
cost are $116, 000 due to the significant amount of
grading. Dietz reviewed th proposed assessment method .
Dietz stated that because of the request by Mr . Helle 's
attorney, the project was behind schedule . As Mr . Jullie
stated if Mr . Helle did not agree to the road right-of-way
assessment, the City expected to pursue condemnation of
the right-of-way, causing another 30-to 60-day delay.
Brad Hoyt, Technology Associates, proposed that if the 50 '
high hill of dirt is causing the increased cost he would
be willing to remove the dirt at his expense . Dietz
stated that this would solve the problem, but determining
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the value of the dirt and proceeding through condemnation
Is still required .
Bentley asked Dietz if Staff and Hoyt were in agreement on
the assessments at this time . Dietz replied Hoyt had
stated he is not in favor of the assessments, but his
offer to remove and buy the dirt could be in lieu of those
assessments and that could be satisfactory. Bentley then
stated that the Resolution as it stands would still
Indicate an assessment and would have to be negotiated at
a later date . Dietz replied this would be resolved at the
assessment hearing .
There were no further comments from the audience .
MOTION •
Anderson moved and seconded by Pidcock to close the Public
Hearing and adopt Resolution #88-33 . Motion carried
unanimously.
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B. WOODDALE CHURCH, by Wooddale Church, Request for Planned ,
Unit Development Concept Amendment on 31 Acres, Planned
Unit Development District Review and Zoning District
Amendment with the Public Zoning District on 31 acres with
variance for structure height to 200 feet, and
Environmental Assessment Worksheet Review for the
construction of 200, 000 square feet of church and
educational uses . Location: Southwest corner of Shady
Oak Road and Bryant Lake Drive . (Resolution #88-43, PUD
Concept Amendment to Overall Wooddale PUD Concept;
Ordinance 015-88, Amending Ordinance #81-27 within the
Public District; Resolution #88-44, Submitting Finding of
No Significant Impact for Environmental Assessment
Worksheet )
Jullie stated that notice of this Public Hearing was sent
to owners of 25 surrounding properties and published in
the March 23, 1988 issue of the Eden Prairie News . The
proponent seeks PUD Concept Amendment on approximately 31
acres, PUD District Review on the acreage with variances
for building height and spire height, Zoning District
Amendment within an existing zoned Public District, and
Review of an EAW for construction of a new parking
facility for more than 1, 000 vehicles . The property in
question is located south of Shady Oak Road and west of
Bryant Lake Drive .
Ken Betker, Chairman of the Wooddale Architectural Task
Force presented the history of the Church, its place in
the community and its growth.
John Uban made a presentation and spoke of the changes
made through Staff and Commission recommendations as well
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as the traffic study. Uban stated the issues that are
still in contention are : the steeple, and the height of
that addition to the building.
Uban commented that they looked at the position of the
Church in the community and perceived it to be in the
center , acting as a gateway element into the city. It was
trying to do something the community would be proud of .
The area surrounding the Church contains a regional park,
housing, a lake, and a Junk yard . The high hill with
mature oaks will be preserved as it now creates a buffer
from the junk yard.
The Proponent found the Church being confused with other
buildings in the area and wanted something to distinguish
It as a Church . Uban presented drawings showing that the
facility barely would be seen from the roadway system . As
a result of these studies of elevation and view, the .
Church concluded it wanted to have a feeling of presence
in the community, striving for moral and spiritual values .
Proponent realized it would have to meet special
conditions : the upper 125 feet not be occupied, and it K
would not have any flashing lights .
Enger reported that this item was reviewed by the Planning
Commission at its February 22, 1988 meeting and again at
its April 4, 1988 meeting . The Commission has several
concerns : the height of the proposed structure, the a
parking ramps needing to be concurrent with building
construction, non-compliance of exterior building
material, the massive vegetation changes, the physical
mass of the church as it relates to adjoining property,
the need for improved internal circulation. The Church
since has changed the site plan and is now requesting
specific approval of Phase III . It is not requesting
Final Approval for IV & V . A parking, traffic and
circulation study has been done . This item had not been
reviewed by the Parks, Recreation & Natural Resources
Commission at this time .
Lambert commented on importance of the trail connection to
the regional park being completed during Phase IV & V and
recommended placing a time frame on this issue . E
Harris requested clarification on what is to be done in
Phase IV & V . Proponent replied Phase III builds the
sanctuary; Phase IV is enlarging parking area, a court
yard and gym; Phase V is a corridor which comes out to the
pond and small chapel .
Pidcock inquired about timing on the project . Proponent
( replied that project would complete by 2005 .
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Pidcock then asked how lighting would work on tower .
Proponent replied lighting would be no brighter a source
than from offices in the background . Lights would be
shrouded .
Jerry Steelman, 6601 Golden Ridge Drive, stated the Church
is an asset to our Community; however, his main concern
was height of building and its esthetic value .
Mitch Wonson, 14007 Holly Road, stated concern about size
and height of proposed structure . This would be the
tallest structure in the City. He expressed concern about
precedent to be set if variances were granted . He asked
if religious institutions should have different rights
than other property owners .
Janet Gerecke, 6022 Golden Ridge Drive, stated concern y
about the height of building . She also commented that the y
Church is a good neighbor .
Kent Molde, 7040 Willow Creek Road, requested
clarification on parking ramp phase . Proponent replied it
is looking at a one-ramp parking deck . Mr . Molde then
Inquired about the bus garage . Proponent responded .
stating that a City ordinance requires buses be enclosed
in a garage . Mr . Molde pointed out that the buses are
currently parked outside and suggested more berming and
screening of open area where buses are parked .
Vicky Windfeldt, 6621 Golden Ridge Drive, stated that the
church is located in her backyard, and she has watched the
development of the church since its inception . The church
does not look like a church, however, and could be
mistaken for a school . She believed the church should
look like a church . Mrs . Windfeldt wished to go on record
as favoring anything the church wished to do on this
particular project .
Peterson commented that this project touches a very
subjective area . He would not like to see any structure
dominate the skyline; however, he did not feel a 200-foot
spire would obstruct the skyline .
Bentley stated he could not envision the structure without
a steeple, that it would look incomplete . The Council had
already approved building equally as tall .
Bentley stated concern about the visual impact from the
Golden Ridge area . Enger replied that the proponent and
neighbors might pursue an individual look at yards . Uban
stated they would be willing to work with the neighbors on
this issue .
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Harris stated this is a subjective Judgement . She
believed that what makes cities interesting is not
( uniformity in color of buildings or height of skyline, but
appropriate variances of each and that the spire while
visible from many places in Eden Prairie may be no less
obtrusive than the IDS Building, which is also visible .
Pidcock stated her comfort with the spire , but did have a
problem with the lighting. Proponent stated lights would
be on a timer and willingness to work out a reasonable
schedule with the neighbors .
Bentley stated that concerns about screening and bus
parking issues should be dealt with before 2nd Reading .
There were no further comments from the audience .
MOTION :
Pidcock moved, seconded by Harris to close the Public
Hearing and adopt Resolution. No . 88-43 approving the PUD
Concept Amendment to the overall Wooddale PUD concept .
Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION:
Pidcock moved, seconded by Harris to approve lst Reading
of Ordinance No . 15-88 to amend Ordinance No . 81-27 within
the Public District . Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION
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Pidcock moved, seconded by Harris to adopt Resolution No .
88-44 to submit a Finding of No Significant Impact for the
Environmental Assessment Worksheet . Motion carried
unanimously.
MOTION :
Pidcock moved, seconded by Harris to direct Staff to `
prepare a Development Agreement incorporating Commission
and Staff recommendations and Council conditions and
concerns . Motion carried unanimously .
C. THE FARM 2ND ADQ_ITION by Countryside Investments, Inc .
Request for Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-13 . 5
on ' 1 . 95 acres and from Public to R1-13 . 5 on 4 . 7 acres, and
Preliminary Plat of 30 acres into 17 lots and 1 outlot .
Location : North of the intersection of Duck Lake Trail
and Loralee Lane . (Ordinance 016-88, Rezoning: Resolution
#88-45, Preliminary Plat ) s
Jullie stated that notice of this Public Hearing was sent
to owners of 97 surrounding properties and published in
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the March 23, 1988 issue of the Eden Prairie News . The
overall proposal would have a 6 . 5 acre tract divided into
16 single-family lots with R1-13 . 5 Zoning . The Plat
consists of an entire 30-acre tract which is owned by King x
of Glory Church and the Severson Family. Lot 17,
containing approximately 12 acres, would continue under
the ownership of the church . The outlot, which contains
about 11 . 5 acres and is within the Purgatory Creek
floodplain, is proposed to be dedicated to the City.
Ron Krueger made the presentation for the proponent .
Enger stated this item was reviewed by the Planning
Commission at its March 14, 1988 m�:e ting, and it was
recommended for approval on a 6-0 vote .
Enger reported that all revisions have been made per Staff
recommendations . Before Final Plat approval proponent
would provide necessary stoma water runoff details, before
Building Permit issuance proponent would be required to
pay the cash park fee, and prior to Grading Permit
proponent would need to notify City and watershed district
of placement of erosion control and fencing.
Lambert reported that The Parks, Recreation 6 Natural
Resources Commission reviewed this item at its March 21,
1988 meeting and recommended approval on a 7-0 vote .
Anderson stated that there was a large floodplain in that
area and asked if as more development occurs, can areas be
preserved for access by the public. Lambert replied there
will be a trail easement across the floodplain area . A
nature trail would be connecting Dell Road to Duck Lake
Road . There is also a possibility of trails connecting to
the south to the church property. Anderson then inquired
if there would be access through the: church property.
Lambert stated that proposing that the church provide an
access across its property has not been recommended . .
Anderson then stated concern about the church being able
to deny access across its property at any time and the
current lack of access to this area. Lambert replied if
this is a concern, he suggests requiring a trail easement
across church property.
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There were no further comments from the audience .
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MOTION:
Bentley moved and seconded by Pidcock to close the Public
Hearing and approve 1st Reading of Ordinance No . 16-88 for
Rezoning . Motion carried unanimously.
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MOTION •
Bentley moved and seconded by Pidcock to adopt Resolution
No. 88-45 approving the Preliminary Plat . Motion carried
unanimously.
MOTION.
Bentley moved and seconded by Pidcock to direct Staff to
prepare a Development Agreement incorporating Commission
and Staff recommendations, including the negotiation of a
trail easement with the church. Motion carried
unanimously.
D. GQLF POINT by Associated Investments, Inc. Request for
Comprehensive Guide Plan Change from Low Density
Residential to Medium Density Residential on 2 . 8 acres,
Zoning District Change from Rural to RM-6 . 5 and
Preliminary Platting of 2 . 8 acres into 15 lots and 1
outlot for construction of 15 townhouse units . Location :
South of Valley View Road, east of Chicago & Northwestern
Railroad . (Resolution #88-46, Comprehensive Guide Plan
Amendment; Ordinance #16-88 , Rezoning; Resolution #88-47,
Preliminary Plat )
Jullie stated that notice of this Public Hearing was sent
to 'owners of 20 surrounding properties and published in j.
the March 23, 1988 issue of the Eden Prairie News .
Tom Robertson, Associated Investors, Inc . presented the
project . Robertson stated his concern that to complete
this project depends on the valley View Road alignment
allowing the project the necessary land to meet the
requirement of the RM-6 . 5 Zoning District.
Robertson further stated that proponent has had the
property for some time and has been unable to use it.
Proponent understood that if there were a major change to
Valley View Road, it would have to go back to the Planning
Commission for review.
Enger reported the Planning Commission reviewed, this item
at its March 14, 1988 meeting and recommended approval on
a 6-0 vote .
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Enger stated that this item should not be given a Second
Reading until the Valley View Road issue is resolved .
Lambert reported that this item was reviewed by the Parks,
Recreation & Natural Resources Commission at its March 21,
1988 meeting and recommended for approval on a 7-0 vote .
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Anderson stated concern for a project to be built in this
area knowing there is a flood potential, and suggested
i receiving recommendations from Watershed District .
Robertson replied that he has no problem with this and is
willing to raise the level of the area .
Bentley inquired if this property was guided in the
original PUD as low-density residential . Enger replied he
did not recall the original designation, , but it was now
shown as lov-density residential . Bentley then questioned
If this property was envisioned as part of the Edenvale
Open Space Area . Enger replied he was not sure, but he
would check .
There were no further comments from the audience .
MQT I ON:
Harris moved, seconded by Pidcock to close the Public
Hearing and adopt Resolution No . 88-46 for the
Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment . Motion carried
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Harris moved, seconded by Pidcock to approve Ist Reading
of Ordinance No . 16-88 for Rezoning , Motion carried
unanimously .
MOTrON
Harris moved, seconded by Pidcock to adopt Resolution No.
88-47 approving the Preliminary Plat . Motion carried
unanimously.
MOTION •
Harris moved, seconded by Pidcock to direct Staff to
prepare a Development Agreement incorporating Commission
and Staff recommendations and Council conditions,
Including delay of the Second Reading until the matter of
how Valley View Road is to be constructed acid vacated .
Motion carried unanimously.
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E. 9r2EN PLACE CENTER by Prairie Entertainment Associates .
Request for Planned Unit Development Concept Amendment and
Zoning District Amendment within the C-Reg-Ser District on
6 . 42 acres and Preliminary Platting of 6 . 42 acres into I
lot for construction of 52, 000 square feet of retail and
restaurant use . Location : West of Glen Lane, south and
east of Eden Road . (Resolution #88-48, PUD Concept
Amendment to Overall Eden Glen. PUD; Ordinance #5-88,
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Plat ) a
Jullie stated that notice of this Public Hearing was sent
to owners of 23 surrounding properties and published in
the March 23, 1988 issue of the Eden Prairie News .
Brian Cluts, made a presentation for proponent . Proponent
requested a PUD amendment for site which was originally
proposed for restaurant and cinema use . The project is
now proposed as one restaurant and retail space of 52, 000
SF which has met all Planning Commission requirements as
far as parking and tree replacement . Proponent has
introduced sidewalks and presented exterior material for
approval by Commission. Proponent wishes to proceed with
project in a timely fashion.
Norman Brody stated he is negotiating with two tenants,
Fred G. Anderson and Best Buy.
Dan Danford, President of Ciatti 's Restaurant, stated it
Is his intent to be a tenant, opening sometime in
September . Ciatti 's has formalized a commitment, having a
lease agreement and letter of intent . g
Enger reported the Planning Commission reviewed this item a
at its March 14, 1988 meeting and recommended approval on
a 6-0 vote subject to the following recommendations : 1 )
Color samples and exterior materials be submitted, which
has been done . 2) Revise plan to indicate sidewalks . 3 )
Before Final Plat approval provide detailed utility and
storm water run-off and erosion control plans . 4 ) Provide
signage plan. 5) Provide lighting details . 6 ) Submit plans
for review by the City Fire Marshal . 7 ) Prior to Grading
permit issuance, stake the construction limits with snow
fence and replace any trees lost per tree preservation
policy.
Enger further reported that the signage, lighting, and
grading details have not been firmed up. The restaurant
is a critical part of the PUD and provides a needed
service to the community. Retail alone would not be P
appropriate and would contribute to an overbalance of
retail in the PUD; therefore, if the restaurant were taken
out the proponent would be required to return to the
Planning Commission .
Lambert reported that the Parks, Recreation & Natural
Resources Commission reviewed this item at its March 21,
1988 meeting and recommended approval on a 7-0 vote .
Pidcock stated concern that this plan looked like a strip I
mall and she wished to see more outdoor planting around
the entrance to restaurant . Proponent replied that it has
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Increased the plaza area and an outside seating area is
planned for summer months .
Bentley commented on importance of Planning Commission 's
recommendation that a major restaurant is critical and a
firm commitment from a major restaurant be in place before
the project can proceed .
Bentley questioned the western elevation of building as
viewed from the west : its screening, way the loading docks
are to be handled etc . . Proponent replied berming will be
used for screening and it is proposing a single entrance .
The same architecture and signage would be present in the
rear of building as in front .
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Bentley asked for clarification from Enger on signage
issue . Enger replied that in a building like this one,
the signage can change the entire appearance of the
building . A sign package is not proposed at this time .
Bentley then inquired what Enger would suggest . Enger
replied that if Council had this concern for the project
be carried over in order to provide the signage
information, or if Council was comfortable with progress
at this time, the information could be provided between
1st and 2nd Reading .
Peterson stated concern about compatibility of this
project and downtown project, and about the timing of this
proposal .
There were no further audience comments .
MOTION:
Anderson moved, seconded by Bentley to close the Public
Hearing and adopt Resolution No . 88-48 for the PUD Concept
Amendment to the overall Eden Glen PUD. Motion carried
unanimously.
MOTION •
Anderson moved, seconded by Bentley to approve 1st Reading
of ordinance No . 5-88 approving the Zoning District
Amendment . Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION:
Anderson moved, seconded by Eentley to adopt Resolution
No . 88-49 approving the Preliminary Plat and direct Staff
to prepare a Development Agreement incorporating
Commission and Staff recommendations and that the signage
issue be resolved prior to 2nd Reading. Motion carried
unanimously.
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F . _ALPINE ESTATES 2ND ADDITION by Red Rock Heights
Partnership . Request for Zoning District Change from R1-
13 . 5 on 8 . 4 acres with lot depth variances to be reviewed
by the Board of Appeals, Preliminary Platting of 8 . 4 acres
into 11 single-family lots and road right-of-way.
Location : East of Alpine Trail , South of Chicago,
Milwaukee, St . Paul & Pacific Railroad . (Resolution #88-
50, Denial. of Second Reading of ordinance 20-87; Ordinance
#6-88, Rezoning; Resolution #88-51, Preliminary Plat )
Jullie stated that notice of this Public Hearing was sent
to owners of 43 surrounding properties and published in
the March 23, 1988 issue of the Eden Prairie News .
Bill Gilk, representing Red Rock Heights Partnership, made
a presentation requesting rezoning from R1-22 to R1-13 . 5
for 16 lots . The major changes from the original proposal
are a reduction in the required amount of imported dirt by
1/3, the tree loss, and the intrusion into a sizeable
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Enger reported that the Planning Commission reviewed this
Issue at its March 14, 1988 meeting and recommended
approval on a 6-0 vote . Enger pointed out that 21, 000
cubic yards of dirt would be required to be brought in by
the developer and not by individual builders, and the x
developer had agreed to do this. Retaining wall would be
required in 3-4 northeastern lots .
Lambert reported that this item was reviewed at its March
21, 1988 meeting and was recommended for approval on a 7-0
vote .
Anderson asked Mr . Lambert if there was a floodplain
adjacent to this area . Lambert replied yes . Anderson
wants to be assured provision will be made for a future
trail .
Gilk commented that an official public trail was not
there . The trail currently there is on private property,
created and designed for owners enjoyment .
Peterson questioned the time needed to haul the dirt . The
90-day time limit would require a minimum of 15 vehicles
per day, seven days a week . 120 days were requested . He
asked how the impact on residents in the area could be
reduced . Gilk stated that the original requirement had
been reduced by 1/3. His concern was the safety of
residents, and believed trucks would have to slow down.
There were no further comments from the audience .
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MOTION :
Harris moved, seconded by Pidcock to close the Public
Hearing and adopt Resolution No . 88-50 stating denial of
2nd Reading of. Ordinance No . 20-87 . Motion carried
unanimously.
MQr I ON :
Harris moved, seconded by Pidcock to approve 1st Reading
of Ordinance No . 6-88 for Rezoning . Motion carried
unanimously.
MOT I ON
Harris moved, seconded by Pidcock to adopt Resolution No.
88-51 approving the Preliminary Plat and to direct Staff
to prepare a Development Agreement incorporating
Commission and Staff recommendations and Council concerns
regarding trail connection . Motion carried unanimously.
V. PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
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Bentley moved, seconded by Pidcock to approve the Payment of
Claims Nos . 41349 to 41753 . Roll call vote : Anderson,
Bentley, Harris, Pidcock and Peterson voted "aye" . Motion
carried unanimously.
VI . ORDINANCES & RESO,,LUTI NS
VII . PETrTIQ„Ng . REQUESTS 6 COMMUNICATIONS
A. FLUNG LOUD OFFICE WAREHOUSE CONDOMINIUM by Eugene M.
Branstrom. Request for Site Plan Review within the I -2
District on 2 . 29 acres for construction of a 9,848 square
foot office/warehouse . Location : South of Pioneer Trail
at Yorkshire Lane, North of County Road N 1 .
Jullie stated that notice of the Council 's consideration
of this matter was sent to owners of 58 surrounding
properties and published in the March 23, 1988 issue of
the Eden Prairie News . The proponent seeks approval of a
Site Plan Review within a I -2 District for construction of p
a 9 ,848 square-foot office/warehouse building.
Enger stated that Mr . Eugene Branstrom was available for
any questions . Proponent was proposing a sister building
to one already existing and planned for in the original
zoning . Enger further stated that the Planning Commission
reviewed this item at its March 14, 1988 meeting and
r recommended approval on a 6-0 vote.
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There were no further comments from the audience .
htOT I ON
Bentley moved, seconded by Pidcock to approve the Plan
based on the Site Plan Review . Motion carried
unanimously.
H. REQUEST OF NEW RINK MMITTEE A "New Rink Committee" has
requested that the City Council consider the construction
of a second indoor ice rink in Eden Prairie . Two letters
supporting such construction had been sent .
MOTION
Pidcock moved, seconded by Bentley to continue this item
until after completion of the Comprehensive Park Plan.
VIII . REPORTS OF ADVISORY COMMISSIONS
IX . APPOINTMENTS
A. APPOINTMENT OF TWO MEMBERS TO THE HOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS &
APPEALS Under Item III . I . of the Consent Calendar , the
Council expands the numbers to this board from seven to
nine . The two seats on the Board would have terms of two
and three years .
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Harris nominated Michael Bozonie . Pidcock nominated Scott
Anderson.
MOTION :
Bentley moved, seconded by Pidcock to close the
nominations and cast a unanimous ballot for Michael
Bozonie and Scott Anderson. Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION:
Bentley moved, seconded by Pidcock relative to previous
motion, Scott Anderson be given the two-year and Michael
Bozonie be give the three-year term. Motion ^arried
unanimously.
X. REPORTS OF OFFICERS. BOARDS S COMMISSIONS
A. Reports of Council Members
Bentley commented on memo he prepared relative to the
recent National League of Cities Conference in Washington,
DC . He believed it was an excellent conference . He
recommended the City become a member of the National
League of Cities .
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Pidcock reported on the article in the New York Times
Indicating Eden Prairie as a fast growing suburb . Bob
Lambert was quoted in this article .
Anderson questioned the significance of the Minnesota
Supreme Court regarding the Bloomington case . Mr . Pauly
stated he will review this and report at a future meeting .
B . R?gggt of City Mynager
1 . Discussion on Devel!22ment Pha„sing
Council received the City Manager ' s memorandum on
this matter .
No action was required.
2 . Discussion on Downtown Area Plannincz
140T I ON:
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Bentley moved, seconded by Harris approval of the
direction of the City's role in the Planning of
Downtown Area . Motion carried unanimously.
3 . City PArt1c jpati!2n in T H, 5 ergiect
` MOTION :
(� Pidcock moved, seconded by Harris to delay this item
until Mr . Jullie met with this group next week .
Bentley asked if dollars were committed at this
point . Jullie responded no . The City would have to
return with a joint powers agreement .
Motion carried unanimously.
C. RpQxt of Qlty AttorDsX
D . FteDort of Director of 1s1nnina
No Report
E. B§20rt of Diectoz of Community services
Services .
MQ.TIQN:
Pidcock moved to continue this item to next meeting.
j Motion died for lack of a second .
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MOTION :
K Bentley moved, seconded by Anderson to approve
revisions to contract .
Pauly requested Item 9 . 10 . 7 to read as follows : Give
prompt written notice to the CONSULTANT whenever the
CITY observes or otherwise becomes aware of any
development that affects the timing of the CONSULTANT
services .
M,OT I ON
Bentley moved, seconded by Anderson to amend previous
motion and to strike from Section 9 . 10 . 7 the
language, "any defect in the: work of the CONSULTANT. "
Motion carried unanimously.
F. Report of Director of Public works
No Report
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G. ftgort o Finance Director 8
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XI . NEW BUS,Ik1Eh1S
XII . ADJQUENMENT
MOTION:
Pidcock moved, seconded by Harris to adjourn the meeting at
11 : 58 PM. Motion carried unanimously.