Planning Commission - 03/14/1988 AGENDA
EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION
Monday, March 14, 1988
7:30 p.m.
COMMISSION MEMBERS: Chairman Ed Schuck, Richard Anderson, Julianne Bye,
Christine Dodge, Doug Fell , Robert Hallett, Charles Ruebling
STAFF MEMBERS: Chris Enger, Director of Planning; Michael Franzen, Senior
Planner; Don Uram, Assistant Planner; Sue Anderson,
Recording Secretary
Pledge of Allegiance--Roll Call
I . APPROVAL OF AGENDA
II. MEMBERS REPORTS
A. Election of Officers.
III. MINUTES
IV. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
(7:35) A. STARRING LAKE 2ND ADDITION, by Red Rock Heights Partnership.
Request for Preliminary Platting of 8.3 acres into 13 single family
lots within the R1-22 District. Location: North of County Road #1
between Eicholts Addition and Starring Lake 1st Addition. A public
hearing.
(7:40) B. ALPINE ESTATES 2ND ADDITION, by Red Rock Heights Partnership.
Request for Zoning District Change from R1-22 to 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 17 single family
lots and road right-of-way. Location: East of Alpine Trail , South
of Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul & Pacific Railroad. A public
hearing.
(8:20) C. FLYING CLOUD 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 #1.
A public meeting.
(8:35) D. THE FARM 2ND ADDITION, 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. A public hearing.
(9:05) E. GOLF 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 the Chicago & Northwestern
Railroad. A public hearing.
Agenda
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Monday, March 14, 1988
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(9:45) F. EDEN 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 1 lot for construction of
52,000 square feet of retail and restaurant use. Location: West of
Glen Lane, south and east of Eden Road. A public hearing.
V. OLD BUSINESS
VI . NEW BUSINESS
VII. PLANNER'S REPORT
VIII . ADJOURNMENT
*NOTE: THE TIMES LISTED ABOVE ARE TENTATIVE, AND MAY BE SIGNIFICANTLY EARLIER,
OR LATER, THAN LISTED.
MINUTES
EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION
Monday, March 14, 1988
7: 30 PM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Ed Schuck, Christine Dodge, Robert
Hallett, Julianne Bye, Douglas Fell, Richard
Anderson
MEMBERS ABSENT: Charles Ruebling
STAFF PRESENT: Michael Franzen, Senior Planner; Don Uram,
Asst. Planner; Sue Anderson, Recording
Secretary
I. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The following change was made: Move II.A. Election of
Officers to last item on the agenda.
MOTION:
Motion was made by Anderson, and seconded by Hallett to
approve the agenda as amended and published.
Motion carried 5-0-0
. II. MEMBERS REPORTS
A. Election of Officers
See Page 12
III. MINUTES
Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of the February 22, 1988.
MOTION:
Motion was made by Hallett and seconded by Anderson to
approve the minutes of the February 22, 1988, Planning
Commission meeting as published.
Motion carried 3-0-2, Fell and Schuck abstained.
Senior Planner Franzen swore in reappointed Planning
Commission Members Christine Dodge and Julianne Bye for a
new three year term expiring on 2-28-1991.
IV. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
A. STARRING LAKE 2ND ADDITION, by Red Rock Heights
Partnership. Request for Preliminary Platting of 8. 3
. acres into 13 single family lots within the R1-22
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District. Location: North of County Road #1 between
Eicholts Addition and Starring Lake 1st Addition. A
public hearing.
Franzen reported that after publication of this hearing, the
neighborhood contacted Staff with concerns regarding the
storm water drainage and the future road access to the north.
Because of the concerns, the Developer has requested in a
letter dated March 8, 1988, that this item be withdrawn at
this time. Staff notified the neighborhood of the letter.
When new plans for development are ready, they would be
submitted to Staff and Planning Commission for review.
Franzen stated that the Developer has scheduled a neighbor-
hood meeting for Wednesday, March 16, 1988 to hear their
concerns.
Franzen commented that appropriate action would be to close
the public hearing and return the item to the proponent
without prejudice.
MOTION:
Motion was made by Anderson and seconded by Bye to close the
public hearing and return the item to the proponent without
prejudice.
Motion carried 6-0-0
• B. ALPINE ESTATES 2ND ADDITION, by Red Rock Heights
Partnership. Request for Zoning District Change from
R1-22 to 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 16 single family lots and
road right-of-way. Location: East of Alpine Trail,
South of Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul & Pacific
Railroad. A public hearing.
Uram introduced proponent Bill Gilk and Uervell Halmrast.
He stated the property had been brought before the Commission
two other times over the past few years, and the proposed
development would be feasible in accordance with Staff
Recommendations dated March 11, 1988.
Proponent presented the proposed development of 16 single
family lots. All the lots meet or exceed the minimum
requirements of the zoning district with the exception of
Lots 3, 4 and 5 on Block 1. Proponent has applied for a
variance from 150 foot lot depth required for residential
lots adjacent to railroads to 125 feet, and Lot 6, Block 2
which does not meet the minimum average width requirement.
He stated that an agreement with Mr. Anderson had been
reached for an easement through his property for sanitary
sewer extension. They have submitted a signed Right-of-Entry
form for the sanitary sewer and cul-de-sac.
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• Proponent continued that tree replacement would consist of
136 caliper inches of plant material to replace the removal
of 222 diameter inches of trees.
Access to this site would be provided by the extension of
Alpine Trail to the east for approximately 900 feet. The
proposed grading would be less damaging to the natural site
characteristics of the property. Approximately 21, 000+ cubic
yards of fill are required to complete the grading. This
amount of fill would required 1400 loads of fill to be moved
onto the site using Hillcrest Lane and Alpine Trail.
Assistant Planner Uram reported that the major issue in the
past was the grading. In the proposal being submitted, fill
would be brought in to raise the site elevation. In order to
guarantee the maintenance and possible reconstruction of the
roads, the proponent would be required to evaluate the road's
condition before and after the hauling of the fill, and to
restore any deterioration that occurs. He stated that the
hauling of fill be confined to a limited period of time, and
suggested a limitation of 90 days from issuance of the
grading permit.
Uram continued that a series of retaining walls were being
proposed and that the walls be constructed concurrent with
• home construction.
Uram summarized the items on the Staff Recommendation Report
that were necessary at this time as: 1) Revise the plans to
reflect the required average lot width for Lot 5, Block 2;
2) Determine the condition of and submit a bond for the
maintenance of Hillcrest Court and Alpine Trail which would
be the designated construction route; and 3) Apply for and
receive a variance from the Board of Appeals for lot depth
adjacent to railroads of 150 feet for Lots 3, 4, and 5,
Block 1.
Bye observed that with the size of the trucks, and the impact
on residents, perhaps the hauling be detained during school
bus traffic time.
Uram responded that could be a consideration.
Fell inquired if 900 ft. length included the cul-de-sac.
Proponent responded affirmatively.
Dodge asked if there was a plan to connect that road. Uram
responded it had been looked at, however, extending it across
Purgatory Creek did not look probable due to the cost.
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. Franzen mentioned that the Director of Community Services
Lambert received this proposal and felt a trail system was
not necessary in this area.
Norman Woodard, 16180 Hillcrest Lane, stated that access
into the property was not Hillcrest Road but rather
Hillcrest Lane.
Proponent requested that a restriction on the time of day
not be placed on the project as the trucks are rented by
the day and they wanted to be able to haul all they could
in a given day.
Uram replied that when Staff worked on the grading section,
the suggestion of 90 days was a reasonable solution, but
perhaps 120 days would be more reasonable.
Dwight Harvey, 16190 Alpine Way, stated that Hillcrest Lane
was the main pickup for school children. He asked if it
would be marked that it was a construction area. Uram
stated this could be made a requirement. Franzen commented
that a sign could be installed stating the unloading and
loading time for the school buses for the haulers to be
aware of what time of the day children and buses would be in
the area. The developer would pay for the sign and the
• City would erect it.
Dodge inquired to proponent what the anticipated cost of the
lots would be. Proponent replied in the $40,000 range.
MOTION 1:
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Anderson to close
the public hearing.
Motion carried 6-0-0
MOTION 2:
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Anderson to recommend
to the City Council approval of the request of Red Rock
Heights Partnership for Zoning District Change from R1-22 to
R1-13 .5 for 8.4 acres for Alpine Estates 2nd Addition, with
lot depth variances to be reviewed by the Board of Appeals,
based on revised plans dated March 8, 1988, subject to the
recommendations of the Staff Report dated March 11, 1988,
with the addition of 1.F. Review the possibility of a trail
system; and 1.G. That Council would work out a method of
signage and speed limit to lessen the impact of the
construction.
Motion carried 6-0-0
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MOTION 3:•
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Anderson to recommend
to the City Council .approval of the request of Red Rock
Heights Partnership for Preliminary Plat of 8.4 acres into 16
single family lots and road right-of-way for Alpine Estates
2nd Addition, based on revised plans dated March 8, 1988,
subject to the recommendations of the Staff Report dated
March 11, 1988, and as amended by the previous motion.
Motion carried 6-0-0
C. FLYING CLOUD 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 #1.
A public meeting.
Franzen reported this item had previously been reviewed by
the Commission, at which time the proponent was to return to
Commission and Council for site plan review of the second
building on the property. This second building complies
with the requirements of the Developer's Agreement. He
introduced Eugene Branstrom as the proponent.
Branstrom presented the proposed 15-foot building which would
• be the same as Phase I. The exterior materials consist of
rock-face block, glass, cedar siding, and wood occupies 10% of
the building exterior. All mechanical equipment would be
located in the structure to maintain a clean roof line. The
building would consist of 1/2 office and 1/2 warehouse,
calling for 55 parking spaces. Access would be from Pioneer
Trail, and there would not be an access from County Road #1.
Franzen reported that the Staff was recommending approval as
proposed on the south side of the existing building in
accordance with the Staff Recommendations Report dated
February 12, 1988. There would be a revision on the parking
plan to provide for a 25-foot drive aisle along the east side
of the building and revised parallel parking spaces to meet
9 ' x 23 ' dimensions.
Fell commented that parking was based on 1/3 warehouse and
1/3 manufacturing but proponent stated the building was
1/2 warehouse and 1/2 manufacturing, and inquired if the
parking was adequate. Franzen responded it was adequate
for the use of the building.
No comments were received from the audience.
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MOTION:
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Fell to recommend to
the City Council approval of the request of Eugene M.
Branstrom for Site Plan_ Review within the I-2 Zoning
District on 2 .29 acres, based on plans dated February 11,
1988, subject to the recommendations of the Staff Report
dated March 11, 1988.
Motion carried 6-0-0
D. THE FARM 2ND ADDITION, by Countryside Investments,
Inc. Request for Zoning District 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. A public hearing.
Ron Krueger, representative for the proponent, presented
the project located just west of the King of Glory Church
The plan proposed would take 6-1/2 acres and result in 16
single family lots, with an average lot size of 16, 608 sq.
ft.
Uram stated that an issue of concern was the proposed 40 ft.
wide building pads. Staff had reviewed a sample of building
permits recently issued, and found that approximately 50% of
the building permits issued were for housing pads exceeding
40 ft. in width. In order to allow more freedom for the
builders, and to avoid the need for changing grading plans in
the field, Staff is recommending that at least 50% of the
building pads be designed with a 50 ft. width. With the mix
of 40 ft. and 50 ft. house pads, the Staff recommended
approval based upon plans dated February 24, 1988.
Proponent stated that they concur with a 50 ft. and 40 ft.
mix of lot building pads.
Jerry Anderson, 17831 Duck Lake Trail, stated that the water
runs down into his lot on the south side of Duck Lake Trail
from the church parking lot at the present time and inquired
if there would be a storm sewer drainage system installed to
handle the increase. Uram responded that the drainage on the
south side had not been addressed in this proposal. He
invited Mr. Anderson to call the office during the day and
they would look into the matter.
Krueger stated that this project would not impact the
drainage to the church parking lot as the storm drainage
goes to the north.
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MOTION 1:
{, Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Fell to close the
public hearing.
Motion carried 6-0-0
MOTION 2:
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Fell to recommend to
the City Council approval of the request of Countryside
Investments, Inc. , 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, for The Farm 2nd Addition, based on plans and written
materials dated February 16, and February 24, 1988, subject
to the recommendations of the Staff Report dated March 11,
1988, and the addition of 1.G. To review the drainage on the
south side of Duck Lake Trail.
Motion carried 6-0-0
MOTION 3 :
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Fell to recommend to
the City Council approval of the request of Countryside
Investments,Inc. for Preliminary Plat of 30 acres into 17
lots and one outlot for The Farm 23nd Addition, based on
plans and written materials dated February 16, and February
• 234, 1988, subject to the recommendations of the Staff
Report dated March 11, 1988, and as amended in previous
motion.
Motion carried 6-0-0
E. GOLF 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 the Chicago &
Northwestern Railroad. A public hearing.
Tom Robertson, President of Associated Investments, Inc. ,
presented the proposed site plan for 15 townhouse units with
a density of 5.4 units per acre, the average for townhome
densities in Eden Prairie. He reported that this project
would be dependent upon the realignment of Valley View Road
to provide additional land in order for the project to meet
the requirements of the zoning district. The relocation of
Valley View Road would be dependent upon the decision of the
railroad as to whether it would be abandoned. This project
would not proceed to building permit until the information
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. was known. If the railroad was abandoned, the current plan
would be for a bridge over the tracks which would not impact
this project.
Tom Robertson, Developer, indicated that the site impact
would be minimal. The main concern was working with the
people of the golf course. To avoid the driving of the golf
balls into glass windows, the windows were placed on the
other side of the building. The design of the property
specifically addressed the problem of balls hitting the
building. The townhomes would be in the price range of
$90, 000. This project would be contingent upon the Valley
View Road Revision Resolution.
Franzen stated that the site would be guided medium density
allowing up to 2-1/2 units per acre. The townhomes make good
use of the property, and with the recommended revisions meet
all City Codes and Ordinances. The developer has staggered
the buildings creating a residential look instead of
institutional.
Staff recommends approval but the project should not proceed
to 2nd reading until the decision on Valley View Road, and
the railroad crossing issue have been resolved. We do not
want to approve a project and then go back in and make
changes.
• Schuck commented that the property was under water last July.
Franzen stated another 6" could be added to the site
elevation. If the City was planning for another flood, then
the City needs to raise flood plain elevations. He continued
that the Commission could leave the site elevations the same,
raise the pads or wait and see what the Watershed District
report comes up with for an overall drainage solution.
Fell stated he was in favor of raising the pad 6" unless the
Watershed District Report comes up with an overall drainage
solution.
Hallett inquired if proponent talked to the golf course
about buying the land. Proponent replied affirmatively but
did not get any where with the discussion.
Jack Uebler, 14447 Fairway Drive, requested verification
of low density guidelines. Franzen replied low density
was up to 2-1/2 units per acre and medium density was up to
10 units per acre.
Robertson stated to audience if there were concerns
regarding the use of the property, he would be happy to
talk with them after the meeting.
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Fell inquired as to what percentage brick would be required
on the project. Franzen replied that medium density
residential zoning does not have a building material
requirement.
MOTION 1:
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Hallett to close
the public hearing.
Motion carried 6-0-0
MOTION 2:
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Hallett to recommend
to the City Council approval of the request of Associated
Investments, Inc. , for Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment
from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential
on 2.8 acres for Golf Point, based on plans and written
materials dated February 12, and February 29, 1988, subject
to the 'recommendations of the Staff Report dated March 11,
1988, based on Watershed District's overall storm drainage
solution or the building pads would be raised accordingly.
Motion carried 6-0-0
MOTION 3 :
• Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Anderson to recommend
to the City Council approval of the request of Associated
Investments, Inc. , for Zoning District Change from Rural to
RM-6.5 for 15 townhouse units for Golf Point, based on plans
and written materials dated February 12, and February 29,
1988, subject to the recommendations of the Staff Report
dated March 11, 1988, and as amended on the previous motion.
Motion carried 6-0-0
MOTION 4:
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Hallett to recommend
to the City Council approval of the request of Associated
Investments, Inc. , for Preliminary Platting of 2.8 acres
into 15 lots and one outlot for Golf Point, based on plans
and written materials dated February 12, and February 29,
1988, subject to the recommendations of the Staff Report
dated March 11, 1988, and as amended on the previous motion.
Motion carried 6-0-0
MOTION 5:
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Hallett to request
that the proposal be returned to Planning Commission
for review if significant changes occur in the proposed
development between the lst and 2nd reading.
Motion carried 6-0-0
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• F. EDEN 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 1 lot for construction of
52,000 square feet of retail and restaurant use.
Location: West of Glen Lane, south and east of Eden
Road. A public hearing.
Franzen reported that the 1980 PUD depicted a mixture of
office and retail. The new PUD has less office and more
commercial, more fast-food restaurants than anticipated, and
a slightly larger Class I sit-down restaurant. He introduced
Brian Cluts as representative for the Developer.
Proponent, in presenting the proposed project, stated the
building would be all brick consisting of two kinds, a dark
and light. There would be edge lighting, as well as under
the canopy lighting giving a festive atmosphere. The
architecture gives a front door appearance on the back of the
building which would be on Eden Road. Tree replacement
required would be 176 caliper inches.
Franzen stated that the proposal was addressed in accordance
with the City Council's concept of "Hometown Downtown, "
• consisting of a specialized architecture, site planning,
signage, lighting and landscaping unique to Eden Prairie.
Franzen continued that the Staff was recommending approval of
the PUD Concept Amendment, Zoning District Amendment and
Preliminary Plat based on plans dated March 10, 1988, subject
to the recommendations of the Staff Report dated March 11,
1988, and the conditions set forth. He stated the Developer
would supply a 5' wide sidewalk on Glen Lane and Eden Road to
encourage pedestrian traffic.
Schuck inquired to Staff if proposed screening was
satisfactory. Franzen responded that the proposed method
should provide effective screening.
Schuck asked the percentage required for handicap parking
spaces. Proponent responded it was 1 per 50.
Anderson encouraged the plan for sidewalks to enhance
pedestrian access.
Don Brauer, 8042-8018 Eden Road, stated that Eden Road may
be a service road, and if so, this would not be a feasible
placement for a sidewalk. This would not be certain until
the pattern was established for the Downtown.
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• Franzen responded that the Developer could enter into a
special assessment agreement with the Developer paying
for the sidewalk if it does indeed go through.
MOTION 1:
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Fell to close the
public hearing.
Motion carried 6-0-0
MOTION 2:
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Fell to recommend to
the City Council approval of the request of Prairie
Entertainment Associates for Planned Unit Development Concept
Amendment to the Eden Glen Planned Unit Development for Eden
Place Center, for construction of 52,000 sq. ft. of retail
and restaurant uses, based on plans dated February 5, and
February 26, 1988, subject to the recommendations of the
Staff Report dated March 11, 1988.
Motion carried 6-0-0
MOTION 3:
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Fell to recommend
to the City Council approval of the request of Prairie
. Entertainment Associates for zoning District Amendment
within the C-Regional-Service District on 6.42 acres for
Eden Place Center, for construction of 52, 000 sq. ft. of
retail and restaurant uses, based on plans dated February
5, and February 26, 1988, subject to the recommendations
of the Staff Report dated March 11, 1988.
Motion carried 6-0-0
MOTION 4:
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Fell to recommend
to the City Council approval of the request of Prairie
Entertainment Associates for Preliminary Plat of 6.42
acres into one lot for Eden Place Center for construction
of 52, 000 sq. ft. of retail and restaurant uses, based on
plans dated February 5, and February 26, 1988, subject to
the recommendations of the Staff Report dated March 11,
1988, and amended by Staff regarding sidewalks in the
area.
Motion carried 6-0-0
V. OLD BUSINESS
None
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VI. NEW BUSINESS
None
VII. PLANNERS REPORT
A. Metropolitan Airport Commission
Franzen addressed the memo from Jean Johnson, Zoning
Administrator, dated March 10, 1988, regarding the
Metropolitan Airport Commission's Master Plan Process for
Flying Cloud Airport. He stated that if amendments to the
Guide Plan were required, Staff would forward its
recommendations to the Commission at that time.
Hallett inquired if the expansion of another runway would
go northsouth or eastwest. Franzen replied there would be
an eastwest runway extension.
Fell stated that if the eastwest runway goes through, the
ballfields would be gone. Franzen replied that Community
Services were looking for another space at this time.
The Planning Commission members requested to be placed on
the mailing list for updates on airport planning and
• directed Staff to inform Johnson's office.
B. Height Restriction for City of Minneapolis
Franzen discussed briefly the height restriction being
proposed for the City of Minneapolis on residential and
commercial buildings.
C. Planning Commission Meetings
Franzen asked for comments regarding the memo from Chris
Enger dated February 26, 1988, regarding special meetings
or additional projects per meeting.
Hallett's response was to accommodate the people, and to
let Staff work it out if a special meeting needs to be
held to get the job done.
Anderson preferred to start the meeting earlier if there
are more proposals than usual to review.
II. MEMBER'S REPORT
A. Election of Officers.
• Schuck stated that the Commission elects three officers
from its membership to serve in the capacities of
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Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary for one-year terms.
Before moving to open nominations, discussion was held on
the procedure of election.
Schuck suggested that Chairmanship be moved around for all to
experience. He felt they had set a tone that did not keep
them there any longer than necessary and that the Commission
does not disagree with one another on what would be best for
Eden Prairie.
Schuck stated for the record, that the Chairmanship was a
catalyst to expedite and keep things moving. He felt the
Commission had accomplished their goal in telling developers
to deal with Staff.
Hallett declined nomination to Chairmanship in light of his
position in the School District.
Fell discussed an approach that was used in other cities, but
he did not necessarily feel this would work for the Eden
Prairie Planning Commission.
Bye stated that Schuck and Hallett contributed greatly to
her learning the process on the Commission. She pointed
out the Chairmanship being the moderator could not be the
. debator.
It was brought to the Commission's attention that Schuck
and Hallett are up for renomination next year. They would
have to be reappointed unanimously to remain on the
Commission.
Discussions deadlocked and it was decided to wait for a
full board attendance to elect officers. Date set would be
April 11, 1988.
B. Developer's Forum
Julianne Bye was designated to attend Developer Forum
meetings as the Planning Commission representative.
VIII. ADUOURNMENT
Motion was made by Bye and seconded by Dodge to adjourn the
meeting at 10:35 PM.