Planning Commission - 08/26/2002 APPROVED MINUTES
EDEN PRAIRIE COMMUNITY PLANNING BOARD
MONDAY,AUGUST 26, 2002 7:00 P.M., CITY CENTER
Council Chambers
8080 Mitchell Road
BOARD MEMBERS: Ken Brooks, Frantz Corneille, Randy Foote,
Vicki Koenig, Fred Seymour, Kathy Nelson,
Dave Steppat, Ray Stoelting, Paul Sodt.
STAFF MEMBERS: Stu Fox, Manager of Parks and Natural Resources
Alan Gray, City Engineer
Mike Franzen, City Planner
I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE—ROLL CALL
Chair Corneille called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Chair Corneille,
Commissioners Foote, Nelson, Stoelting, Seymour, and Steppat. Absent: Koenig.
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: by Nelson, second by Stoelting to approve the agenda. Motion carried, 7-0.
III. MINUTES
A. Minutes of the June 24, 2002 Community Planning Board Meeting
Corneille noted the June 24 meeting minutes would be considered at a future
meeting as some comments were missing.
B. Minutes of the July 8, 2002 Community Planning Board Meeting
MOTION: by Brooks, second by Foote to approve the July 8, 2002 meeting
minutes. Motion failed, ayes Brooks, Foote, Steppat, Corneille, abstentions Nelson,
Stoelting, and Seymour.
C. Minutes of the August 12, 2002 Community Planning Board Meeting
Corneille noted that the first page should indicate approval of the agenda by Nelson
and Seymour. On page 2 in the third paragraph, strike "recommendations or" and
add "asked about changes in Riverview Road Plans." On page 5, he would like the
second paragraph moved directly before the motion on that page.
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Foote stated he was not present at the meeting and should be noted as absent.
MOTION by Stoelting, second by Steppat to approve the August 12 meeting
minutes as amended. Motion carried, 5-0-2, abstentions Brooks and Foote.
IV. PUBLIC MEETINGS
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. ROLLING HILLS SENIOR HOUSING PUD AMENDMENT by Shelter
Corporation. Request for: Guide Plan Change from Office to High Density
Residential on 1.02 acres, Planned Unit Development Concept Amendment on 1.02
acres, Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 1.02 acres,
Zoning District Change from Office to RM-2.5 on 1.02 acres, and Site Plan Review
on 1.02 acres. Location: Intersection of Rolling Hills Road and Prairie Center Drive.
Jay Jensen, developer, stated this use as a rehab center will compliment the
residential next door. The Ebenezer Society and Fairview will partner with them.
They hope to get approval and begin construction.
Joe Davidson, architect, reviewed the overall site plan, proposed changes, and floor
plans of the buildings. There are 22 total rooms and a therapy center. This building
is considerably shorter.
Nelson stated the materials say a skilled nursing facility and not a rehab center. She
questioned whether this was long term or short term care, and whether therapy
would be available to other residents, and meals. She inquired about transportation.
The building is an attractive facility.
Jensen stated both were correct. This is short-term care, it is not a long term care
facility. The department of health would see it as skilled nursing but it will be
managed as a rehab center. Each resident in the adjoining building receives two
meals per day. Fairview Health Systems will incorporate a small store, a cafe, and a
pharmacy with transportation available.
Corneille asked if there are plans for a pedestrian crosswalk overpass.
Gray said there are no current plans and questioned whether seniors would use it. It
is quite a climb, and a distance up to the mall entrances. It is questionable whether it
would be cost effective.
Corneille stated there is a large residential community that may be interested in
utilizing it.
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Gray explained there are trails and crossings, and a median that is quite useable for
adult walkers to use. The cost of an overpass would be substantial.
Steppat inquired about the level of care and expressed concern about people needing
long term care.
Jensen stated if long term care were required, beyond 100 days, residents could
remain in the residential building and receive therapy.
Foote asked whether they had discussed this with Southwest Metro.
Jensen stated preliminarily; they would like to have a handicapped accessible bus
and van scheduled to take them to the mall, to doctor's appointments, or downtown.
They would like to work on synergy with Southwest Metro.
Ray Alhard, 11593 Carriage Court, stated he walks on Preserve Boulevard and it is
hazardous. There are six lanes of traffic to cross. He had hoped a better crossing
could be added.
MOTION: by Stoelting, second by Nelson to close the public hearing. Motion
carried, 7-0.
The public hearing closed at 7:30 p.m.
MOTION: by Stoelting, second by Brooks to approve the request for Guide Plan
Change from Office to High Density Residential on 1.02 acres, Planned Unit
Development Concept Amendment on 1.02 acres, Planned Unit Development
District Review with waivers on 1.02 acres, Zoning District Change from Office to
RM-2.5 on 1.02 acres, and Site Plan Review on 1.02 acres based on plans dated
August 13, 2002 and subject to the recommendations of the staff report dated
August 23, 2002. Motion carried, 7-0.
VI. MEMBERS REPORTS
VII. CONTINUING BUSINESS
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
IX. PLANNERS' REPORTS
X. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.