Planning Commission - 11/13/1995 APPROVED MINUTES
CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 1995 7 p.m., City Center
Council Chambers
8080 Mitchell Road
COMMISSION MEMBERS: Kenneth E. Clinton, Randy Foote, Ismail Ismail,
Katherine Kardell, Douglas Sandstad, Edward
Schlampp, Mary Jane Wissner
STAFF MEMBERS: Michael D. Franzen, City Planner
Scott Kipp, Planner
Kathleen O'Connor, Recorder
I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -- ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. by Chair Katherine Kardell.
Staff member, Michael Franzen was absent.
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: Clinton moved, seconded by Wissner to approve the Agenda as
published. Motion carried 7-0.
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF OCTOBER 23, 1995
MOTION: Sandstad moved, seconded by Foote to approve the Minutes of the
October 23, 1995 meeting as submitted. Motion carried 7-0.
IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS
• A. ANDERSON LAKES COMMERCIAL CENTER 3RD ADDITION by 169 Anderson Lakes
Corporation. Request for Preliminary Plat of 11.3 acres into 2
outlots and road right-of-way. Location: Anderson Lakes Parkway
and Aztec Drive.
Kipp reviewed the background of the proposal noting that the
developer will be dedicating Aztec Drive right-of-way to the City.
He also stated Abra Auto Body obtained a sanitary sewer easement
along a portion of the south lot line of proposed outlot A, and that
this easement should be reflected on the preliminary plat prior to
City Council review.
MOTION: Wissner moved, seconded by Foote to close the public
hearing. Motion carried 7-0.
MOTION: Wissner moved, seconded by Foote to recommended to the City
Council approval of the Preliminary Plat of 11.3 acres into two
outlots and road right-of-way subject to plans dated September 12,
1995, and subject to the recommendations of the Staff Report dated
November 9, 1995. Prior to City Council review, the proponent
shall revise the plat to include the sanitary sewer easement that
was obtained by the neighboring property owner to the south. Motion
carried 7-0.
V. MEMBERS' REPORTS
None.
VI. CONTINUING BUSINESS
• None.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
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PURGATORY CREEK RECREATION AREA
George Watson of Brauer and Associates presented a revised site plan for
the Purgatory Creek Recreation Area Entry. The project included items
such as a restaurant site, formal walkways, flower beds, pedestrian
connection to the Southwest Metro parking lot, and spaces for public art.
Wissner inquired about a piece of sculpture depicted in the plan. Watson
explained this space could be used for a permanent display, or rotated
with the work of a variety of local artists.
Clinton questioned as to the type of restaurant being considered. Watson
stated it could possibly be somewhat formal. However, the hope is to
appeal to passers-by and park users. The size of the restaurant would be
comparable to that of the Eden Prairie Chi Chi's.
Foote inquired about the time frame for the project. The starting date
is yet undetermined, however, Watson stated he did not think it would be
for at least two to five years.
Schlampp expressed concern that the proposed 234 parking spaces would not
be adequate to accommodate a four season pavilion and a restaurant.
Watson stated there would be additional parking available across
Technology Drive at the transit center and a controlled intersection and
pedestrian walkway. Sandstad stated he believed the non-simultaneous use
of the parking lot would allow it to suffice.
Wissner questioned whether a walk bridge had been considered for crossing
Technology Drive. Watson said the idea has not been discussed, but he
believes most pedestrians would rather cross at street level than have to
walk up and down the stairs necessary for a bridge.
Kardell expressed her strong disappointment there was not a representative
from the Parks and Recreation Department in attendance to,answer questions
regarding the project. The other Commission members agreed.
Ismail inquired if the proposed transit hub construction will be done
simultaneously with the work scheduled for the intersection of T.H. 5.
Kipp stated it is tied into the interchange project, but probably will
start before the interchange project.
Ismail stated he would like to hold off on a decision until Parks and
Recreation could explore the ideas further.
MOTION: Clinton moved, seconded by Foote to recommend to the City Council
approval of the revised site plan and that the Council authorizes
forwarding this revised site plan to the watershed District Board of
Directors and request their approval based on memo dated October 30, 1995.
Additionally, further study must be done regarding parking for the
restaurant and transit hub, as well as safe access for pedestrians across
Technology Drive. Also, an evaluation should take place of the possible
traffic problems that could arise from the simultaneous construction of
the Transit Hub, the park property, and the interchange and related road
work. Motion carried 6-1, with Ismail voting against the motion.
VIII. PLANNERS' REPORTS
Kipp stated there are currently no new projects slated for the agenda for
the November 27, 1995 meeting.
Also, expected to be on the agenda for December 11 are Sunnybrook Woods,
Columbine Townhomes, Eden Prairie High School, Media Plan, and possibly
the Southwest Metro Transit Hub.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Wissner moved, seconded by Clinton to adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried 7-0. The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
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AGENDA
EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION
Monday, November 13, 1995 7:00 p.m.
COMMISSION MEMBERS: Kenneth E. Clinton, Randy Foote, Ismail Ismail,
Katherine Kardell, Douglas Sandstad, Edward
Schlampp, Mary Jane Wissner
STAFF MEMBERS: Michael D. Franzen, City Planner
Scott Kipp, Planner
I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -- ROLL CALL
H. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
III. MINUTES
IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. ANDERSON LAKES COMMERCIAL CENTER 3RD ADDITION by 169
Anderson Lakes Corporation. Request for Preliminary Plat of 11.3 acres into 2
outlots and road right-of-way. Location: Anderson Lakes Parkway and Aztec
Drive.
V. MEMBERS' REPORTS
VI. CONTINUING BUSINESS
VII. NEW BUSINESS
Purgatory Creek Recreation Area
VIII. PLANNERS' REPORTS
IX. ADJOURNMENT