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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-08-13 PC Minutes Approved: CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA PLANNING COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013 6:30 P.M. - ARDEN HILLS CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Vice Chair Roberta Thompson called to order the regular Planning Commission meeting at 7:03 p.m. ROLL CALL Present were: Vice Chair Roberta Thompson, Commissioners Angela Hames, Andrew Holewa, and Clayton Zimmerman. Absent: Chair Clayton Larson, Commissioners Samuel Scott, and Janet Stodola (Alternate). Also present were: City Planner Meagan Beekman; Councilmember Dave McClung; Community Development Intern, Matthew Bachler; and Community Development Director Jill Hutmacher. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MAY 8, 2013 Vice Chair Thompson stated the agenda will stand as published. APPROVAL OF MINUTES April 3, 2013 Planning Commission Regular Meeting Commissioner Zimmermanmoved, seconded by Commissioner Hames, to approve the April 3, 2013, Planning Commission Regular Meeting as presented. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). PLANNING CASES A.Planning Case 13-005; E Street Flats Sign Standard Adjustment: Stuart Companies Not a Public Hearing. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler stated the applicant has requested a site plan review for a sign standard adjustment that would allow for a deviation from the Sign Code for the permit length and sign area of temporary wall signage at 1195 County Road E. ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 8, 2013 2 Background Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler explained the property at 1195 County Road E is owned by TAT properties, represented in this case by Stuart Co. The property is located in the B-2 General Business District on the north side of County Road E directly west of Lexington Avenue. The applicant is proposing to install two vinyl banners each measuring 216 square feet on the exterior walls of the property. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler stated on December 21, 2012, the City Council approved a Planned Unit Development (PUD) to remodel the existing structure at 1195 County Road E and construct 74 residential unit apartments on the site in Planning Case 12-019. The applicants have concerns about visibility of their advertising signs. The proposed reuse converts the building from a former hotel into residential apartment units, which is a substantial change in land use and may not be known by the average person driving by the building. Further, given the size of the building and the large building setback from Lexington Avenue, advertising signs are not easy to see. The building is setback approximately 360 feet from Lexington Avenue and 70 feet from County Road E. The proposed signs include images and text that would better identify the new use of the property as a residential apartment building and would provide directions on how to obtain information about the project. The applicant has provided images of the two signs. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler indicated one sign would be located on the east building wall facing Lexington Avenue and the second sign would be located on the south building wall facing County Road E. Each sign would measure 12 feet by 18 feet, an area of 216 square feet. The combined area of the two signs would be 432 square feet. A professional sign company would install the signs. Stuart Co would maintain the signs in like new condition and repair and/or replace a sign if it is torn or deteriorates during the approved timeline.Section 1250.02 of the Sign Ordinance regulates the use of temporary on-premise signs. The property fronts Lexington Avenue and therefore standards for Sign District 5 apply in this case. The Ordinance permits the property to have no more than one temporary sign not exceeding 40 square feet in area. However, because the building currently has space for lease the property is allowed one additional temporary sign not exceeding 25 square feet in area. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler commented the applicant has asked to display the banners from the date the sign permit is issued to 30 days after the residential property receives the Certificate of Occupancy. Under the Sign Ordinance, the property is allowed to display a permitted temporary sign for no more than 30 days per calendar year. A sign advertising available space for lease in a building can be displayed until seven days after the building is leased. Site Data Future Land Use Plan: Community Mixed Use Existing Land Use: Apt 4+ Units Zoning: B-2 General Business District Size: 7.65 Acres Topography: Relatively Flat Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler reviewed the surrounding area, in addition to the Plan Evaluation. 1.Site Plan Review Section 1260: Sign Standard Adjustment ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 8, 2013 3 Section 1260.01 of the Sign Code permits adjustments to sign height, number, type, lighting, area, and/or location through the site plan review process if criteria number 1 or 2 is met and the required criteria number 3 is met. In this case, criteria one and three are most applicable. The criteria are as follows: 1. There are site conditions which require a sign adjustment to allow the sign to be reasonably visible from a street immediately adjacent to the site; or, 2. The sign adjustment will allow a sign of exceptional design or a style that will enhance the area or that is more consistent with the architecture and design of the site; and 3. The sign adjustment will not result in a sign that is inconsistent with the purpose of the zoning district in which the property is located or the current land use. 2. Purpose of the B-2 District According to Section 1320.04Subd. 7 of the Zoning Ordinance, the purpose of the B-2 District is as follows: 1. To be a place in which people can live, work and play. 2. To create a compact, architecturally diverse, pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly community with a distinct identity. 3. To provide a connected sidewalk system and places for people to gather and socialize. 4. To implement design standards to promote an attractive environment with lasting and sustainable value. 5. To group compatible retail and service business uses that tend to draw trade that is naturally interchangeable and promotes business prosperity. 6. To provide an adequate supply of business and professional service areas to meet the needs of residents. 7. To minimize the effects of traffic congestion, noise, odor, glare and similar safety problems. 8. adopted by the City Council on October 27, 2008. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler provided the Findings of Fact for review: General Findings: 1. The property is located in the B-2 Zoning District and Sign District 5. 2. The property is a conforming use in the B-2 Zoning District under the approved Planned Unit Development. 3. In Sign District 5, one temporary sign is permitted up to 40 square feet. The sign may be in place for up to 30 days per calendar year. 4. In Sign District 5, one temporary sign up to 25 square feet advertising available space in a building is permitted. The sign may be in place until seven days after the building is leased. 5. The proposed signs would be vinyl banners that would each measure 12 feet by 18 feet, or 216 square feet in size. 6. The proposed signs would be displayed from the date the sign permit is issued to 30 days after the residential property receive the Certificate of Occupancy. 7. Section 1260 of the Sign Code permits deviation from the Sign Code through the Site Plan Review process. ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 8, 2013 4 8. The location of the building limits the visibility of temporary signage as permitted in the Sign Code from County Road E and Lexington Avenue. 9. ability to effectively advertise the availability of apartment units in the building. 10. The sign adjustment will not result in a sign that is inconsistent with the purpose of the B-2 zoning district. 11. The signs would not be visible from residential properties. 12. The sign would not have a negative impact on adjacent properties or the City as a whole because they are consistent with the size and layout of the property on which they would be located. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler stated based on the submitted plans and findings of fact, Staff recommends approval of Planning Case 13-005 for a sign standard adjustment under the Site Plan Review process. Staff recommends the following conditions be included with the approval: 1. The applicant shall remove all freestanding signs related to the apartment use located on the property upon the completed installation of the two temporary signs. 2. The two temporary wall signs shall be displayed from the date the sign permit is issued to 30 days after the property receives the Certificate of Occupancy. 3. The two temporary signs shall each measure 12 feet by 18 feet and be 216 square feet in size. 4. The applicant shall maintain the two signs in like new condition and repair and/or replace a banner if it is torn or deteriorates during the approved timeline. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler reviewed the options available to the Planning Commission on this matter: 1.Recommend Approval with Conditions 2.Recommend Approval as Submitted 3.Recommend Denial 4.Table Vice Chair Thompson opened the floor to Commissioner comments. Vice Chair Thompson questioned the maximum amount of time that the signs would be hung on the building. City Planner Meagan Beekman anticipated that the certificate of occupancy would be issued in August or September of this year. She noted the signs could be hung on the building no more than 30 days after the issuance of the certificate of occupancy. Commissioner Zimmerman asked if staff knew the square footage of the east and south faces of the building. ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 8, 2013 5 Lisa Moe, Stuart Companies, discussed the sign sizes in detail with the Planning Commission. She commented the signs were attractive and proportional to the size of the building and provided maximum visibility. Commissioner Holewa inquired when the remodeling work would be complete. Ms. Moe indicated the work should be completed prior to September as she was hoping to have units available for lease for the upcoming school year. She noted a model unit would be complete on May nd 22. on of the building. Commissioner Holewa moved and Commissioner Hames seconded a motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 13-005 for a Site Plan Review at 1195 County Road E based on the findings of fact, the submitted plan as amended by the four conditions in the May 8, 2013, Planning Case report. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). B.Planning Case 13-006; TCAAP Sign Standard Adjustment: Ramsey County Not a Public Hearing. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler stated the applicant has requested a site plan review for a sign standard adjustment that would allow for a deviation from the Sign Code for temporary freestanding signage on the Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP) site owned by Ramsey County. Background Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler commented Ramsey County is proposing to install four temporary freestanding signs each measuring 32 square feet in total sign area on the TCAAP site owned by Ramsey County. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler explained the real estate closing for the transfer of the TCAAP site from the U.S. Army to Ramsey County was completed on April 15, 2013. Ramsey County has contracted Carl Bolander and Sons Co. to carry out demolition work and site remediation in order to prepare the site for future development. These activities are scheduled to commence in May 2013, and take approximately 30 months. The proposed sign includes graphics and text that help explain to the public the nature of the work being done on the site and how to obtain more information about the project. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler indicated the sign area for each sign would measure 8 feet by 4 feet, an area of 32 square feet. The signs would be located in four separate locations around the site. Ramsey County has provided the City with a map showing the precise location of each sign: 1. Highway 96 between Highway 10 and Snelling Avenue N. 2. Gate 4 on Highway 10 3. Eastern terminus of County Road H 4. Northwestern corner of the Rice Creek Trail Corridor Section 1250.02 of the Sign Ordinance regulates the use of temporary on-premise signs. The TCAAP property falls within two separate sign districts. The portion of the property fronting Highway 96 is in Sign District 6. The remainder of the property is in Sign District 9. One of the proposed sign locations is within District 6, while the other three are within District 9. ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 8, 2013 6 Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler stated the Sign Ordinance permits one temporary freestanding sign not exceeding 22.5 square feet in area on the portion of the property fronting Highway 96. Temporary freestanding signs are not permitted on the remainder of the site. The applicant has proposed to display the signs for the duration of the demolition and remediation project on the TCAAP site. Under the Sign Ordinance, the property is allowed to display a permitted temporary sign for no more than 30 days per calendar year. Site Data Future Land Use Plan: Mixed Business; Park Preserve Existing Land Use: Vacant; Parks and Open Space Zoning: M-B Mixed Business; R-1 Single Family Residential Size: 427 acres Topography: Rolling Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler reviewed the surrounding area and the plan evaluation. Plan Evaluation 1. Site Plan Review Section 1260: Sign Standard Adjustment Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler stated Section 1260.01 of the Sign Code permits adjustments to sign height, number, type, lighting, area, and/or location through the site plan review process if criteria number 1 or 2 is met and the required criteria number 3 is met. In this case, criteria 1 and 3 are most applicable. The criteria are as follows: 1. There are site conditions which require a sign adjustment to allow the sign to be reasonably visible from a street immediately adjacent to the site; or, 2. The sign adjustment will allow a sign of exceptional design or a style that will enhance the area or that is more consistent with the architecture and design of the site; and 3. The sign adjustment will not result in a sign that is inconsistent with the purpose of the zoning district in which the property is located or the current land use. Staff explained that site conditions on the TCAAP property justify a sign adjustment to allow the sign in Sign District 6 to be reasonably visible from the roadway adjacent to the site. This proposed sign would be located on Highway 96, which carries higher speed traffic and where there is a significant distance between vehicles and the property. Given that the signs are designed to provide the public with information about the project, an adjustment to the permitted sign area that would allow this sign to be clearly visible from Highway 96 is warranted. Additionally, an adjustment to the Sign District 9 regulations that prohibit any freestanding signs should be granted. The TCAAP property covers a total of 427 acres of land. Under the Sign Ordinance, Ramsey County would only be able to place signage about the TCAAP project at the southern end of the site on Highway 96. In order for the County to effectively inform a greater percentage of the public about the work being done on the TCAAP site, signs will need to be located at additional sites on the property. It is a benefit to the public for the County to be able to inform interested people about the activities on the TCAAP site; therefore, an adjustment to the Sign ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 8, 2013 7 District 9 standards to allow an additional three temporary freestanding signs on the TCAAP site is warranted. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler noted the Sign Ordinance permits a property to display a temporary sign for 30 days per calendar year. However, the demolition and site remediation work on the TCAAP property is expected to take 30 months. Allowing Ramsey County to display the temporary signage until work on the site is completed would ensure that a source of information about the project was available to the general public for its duration. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler provided the Findings of Fact for review: General Findings 1. The property is located in the Mixed Business and Single Family Residential Zoning Districts. 2. The property is located in Sign District 6 and Sign District 9. 3. In Sign District 6, one temporary freestanding sign is permitted up to 22.5 square feet. The sign may be in place for up to 30 days per calendar year. 4. In Sign District 9, no temporary freestanding signs are permitted. 5. Ramsey County is proposing four temporary signs. 6. The proposed signs would measure 8 feet by 4 feet with a sign area of 32 square feet. 7. The proposed signs would be displayed for the duration of the demolition and remediation project on the TCAAP site. 8. Section 1260 of the Sign Code permits deviation from the Sign Code through the Site Plan Review process. 9. Site conditions limit the visibility of signs from adjacent roadways. 10. to share information about the TCAAP project with the public. 11. Sign Code regulations on the permit length of temporary signage would limit Ramsey 12. The sign adjustment will not result in a sign that is inconsistent with the purpose of the Mixed Business and Single Family Residential Zoning Districts. 13. The sign would not have a negative impact on adjacent properties or the City as a whole because providing information about the TCAAP project is a public benefit. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler stated based on the submitted plans and findings of fact, Staff recommends approval of Planning Case 13-006 for a sign standard adjustment under the Site Plan Review process. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler reviewed the options available to the Planning Commission on this matter: 1.Recommend Approval with Conditions 2.Recommend Approval as Submitted 3.Recommend Denial 4.Table Vice Chair Thompson opened the floor to Commissioner comments. Commissioner Holewa questioned where the northernmost sign would be located. ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 8, 2013 8 Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler explained this sign would be on the Rice Creek Trail and would inform the public that the area was now a construction site. Commissioner Holewa asked when the signs would be removed. City Planner Meagan Beekman indicated Ramsey County would remove the signs when the remediation work was complete. She stated this could be added as a condition. Vice Chair Thompson requested another condition be added to assure the signs remain in good condition. Commissioner Holewa moved and Commissioner Hames seconded a motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 13-006 for a Site Plan Review at the Ramsey County TCAAP site based on the finds of fact, the submitted plan, and the May 8, 2013, Planning Case report with two conditions. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS A.B-2 District Design Standards Discussion. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler requested the Planning Commission review initial recommendations for amendments to the B-2 District Design Standards and provide further direction to staff. Background Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler stated that on October 27, 2008, the City Council adopted the Guiding Plan for the B-2 District. The plan included design guidelines for development and redevelopment in the B-2 District. These guidelines addressed fundamental site planning and design principals and proposed standards for building height and density, façade treatment, pedestrian circulation, parking, and landscaping. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler noted the City Council subsequently approved ordinance amendments on November 24, 2008, that adapted the design guidelines contained in the Guiding Plan for the Zoning Code. These guidelines are located in Section 1325.05 of the Zoning Code, Subd. 8 Additional Design Standards for New Development, Redevelopment, and Modifications to Existing Sites in the B2 and B3 Districts. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler explained that the B-2 design standards have not been revised since their adoption in 2008. During this period, three development projects in the B-2 District have been required to meet the design standards: Planning Case 09-011: Arden Plaza Master Planned Unit Development Planning Case 11- Planning Case 12-019: 1201 County Road E Master Planned Unit Development Through the process of both reviewing these development proposals and seeing the projects built out, Staff has had the opportunity to identify components of the B-2 design standards that may require adjustments or additions. Staff is currently drafting changes to design standard provisions on bicycle parking, building materials, and commercial transparency; however, additional amendments may be necessary as Staff continues its review of the existing design standards. These revisions are ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 8, 2013 9 needed in order to update the design standards to reflect new practices and standards, to provide developers wit development review process, and to ensure that future development in the B-2 District is well designed. Discussion Bicycle Parking Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler stated Section P of the B-2 District design standards addresses pedestrian and bicycle circulation improvements. Specifically, the section states that projects which are required to meet the design standards must comply with the following ear a public additional guidance is given regarding the design, dimensions, or location of bicycle parking on the site. Further, a minimum number of bicycle parking spaces is not specified. Staff has drafted an amendment to the design standards to provide detailed specifications on bicycle parking (Attachment A). These revisions address what qualifies as bicycle parking, where bicycle parking should be located in relation to buildings and the overall site, dimension and installation requirements, and the total number of bicycle parking spaces required. Staff reviewed bicycle parking regulations used in other municipalities to inform the draft revisions. Municipalities consulted included Roseville, St. Paul, and Minneapolis. Additionally, information on dimension criteria for bicycle parking was obtained from the Minnesota Department of Transportation Bikeway Facility Design Manual. Building Materials Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler commented Section D of the B-2 District design standards specifies acceptable and undesirable exterior building materials. Staff has revised this section to expand and refine the list of permitted and discouraged materials as well as to build in more flexibility for Staff in the development review process. Staff has conducted research on high-quality building materials that are not currently on the acceptable materials list and which meet B-2 design guidelines. Many of these materials are also permitted by municipalities in the metro that have established similar design standards for their primary commercial centers or downtowns. Design guidelines for Roseville, Shoreview, Burnsville, and Hopkins were reviewed. Staff has relied on industry standards and aesthetic considerations in determining which materials are appropriate as principal building materials as opposed to trim and accent materials. The draft revision to the building materials section incorporates these new materials. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler stated the section on undesirable building materials has been revised to include more stringent restrictions on the use of mirrored or reflective glass in the B-2 District. Previously, the extensive use of mirrored glass on the first floor of a building was listed as undesirable. Staff believes the City should discourage the use of this material entirely in the district. Given the pace at which building material technology evolves, Staff believes a provision should be included in the section that allows the Community Development Department to approve new materials of equal quality other than those listed. An example of how this provision could be worded is included in the current draft. ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 8, 2013 10 Commercial Façade Transparency Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler indicated Section F of the B-2 District design standards includes specifications on the configuration and transparency of windows and doors for commercial properties. The section does not address window transparency for multi-family residential uses, which are allowed in the B-2 District within a Planned Unit Development. Additionally, specific guidelines on the arrangement of windows on a building and the permitted materials for windows and doors are not included. Staff has revised Section F to include transparency requirements for residential facades. These specifications are intended to keep with the established design principals while also recognizing that commercial façade transparency requirements are not necessarilyappropriate for residential buildings. Guidelines on how windows and doors should be arranged along a building wall are included in the draft revisions. These specifications are meant to ensure consistency between the overall design of the building façade and the placement of window and door openings. The list of acceptable materials for windows and doors is based on industry standards and complements the permitted building wall materials for the district. Further Points of Discussion Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler stated the drafts that Staff are currently working on represent initial recommended revisions to the B-2 District design standards. Staff is hoping to start an on-going discussion with the Planning Commission about the existing design standards and areas within the standards that could be improved. Additional points of discussion might include the following: Do the draft bicycle parking space requirements accurately reflect the demand for bicycle parking facilities in Arden Hills? Are the new materials added to the acceptable building materials list enduring, timeless, and well-detailed? Are there additional types of materials that should be added to the list? concerns regarding the quality of building materials? Are the residential façade transparency requirements appropriate? What additional sections of the B-2 District design standards need to be revised? Staff has identified the provisions on parking and franchise architecture as areas that should be studied further. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler requested the Planning Commission review the initial recommendations for amendments to the B-2 District Design Standards and provide further direction to staff. Vice Chair Thompson opened the floor to Commissioner comments. Commissioner Zimmerman questioned if Chair Larson had provided comment on these points of discussion. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler stated staff planned to have a discussion with Chair Larson to gain additional feedback. ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 8, 2013 11 Commissioner Zimmerman was pleased that the City was reviewing this document further as it would greatly assist in creating a redevelopment vision for the County Road E corridor. Vice Chair Thompson was in favor of reviewing franchise architecture further. Commissioner Hames thanked staff for the high level of detail and photos provided this evening presentation. Commissioner Holewa questioned if the photos would be added to the Zoning Code. City Planner Meagan Beekman commented this has not been done in the past but could be added as an addendum to the code for staff to review with future developers. Commissioner Holewa inquired if the B-2 design standards would come before the Planning Commission for approval. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler stated this would take place after revisions were made to the code. Vice Chair Thompson did not approve of having lists within the code as this could limit future developers and their creativity. Commissioner Hames agreed with this comment. Community Development Intern Matthew Bachler indicated there was a provision within the code that stated other new building materials of equal quality may be approved by the Community Development department. Commissioner Holewa supported the bicycle rack requirements stating one rack per twenty parking spaces seemed adequate. Commissioner Hames agreed. Vice Chair Thompson commented the City may want to consider motorcycle and scooter parking in this B-2 district. Commissioner Zimmerman stated plug-in ports for electric cars should also be considered. Vice Chair Thompson thanked staff for his work on the B-2 Design Standards and for taking comments from the Commission this evening. No action is requested. REPORTS A.Report from the City Council April 15, 2013, City Council Work Session Councilmember McClung reviewed that the City Council directed staff to move forward with the purchase of the tax forfeited property located at 3208 Hamline Avenue N. The property was formally approved for subdivision by the Planning Commission in 2008, as the Christianson Estates Plat. ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 8, 2013 12 The City has closed on the triangle parcel located at 3151 Lake Johanna Boulevard. The City Council directed staff to move forward with instal and landscaping the site. Staff is working with a landscape architect to design the landscaping plan and it is anticipated that work will be completed on the site and the gateway sign installed in June. April 29, 2013, City Council Meeting Councilmember McClung stated the City Council unanimously approved a contract with Kimley- Horn for the AUAR, Master Planning, and Regulations and Policies for the TCAAP site in an amount not to exceed $426,004. The City Council awarded a contract to repaint the south water tower located on Red Fox Road. The Council directed staff to move forward with adding logos to the tower as part of the repainting process. B.TCAAP Update Community Development Director Jill Hutmacher stated Ramsey County closed on the purchase of TCAAP on April 15. The full Notice to Proceed has been issued to Bolander and Sons. Installation of erosion control and the pre-demolition removal of hazardous materials (i.e., fluorescent bulbs/ballasts, asbestos) has begun. Building demolition will begin in approximately two weeks. Community Development Director Jill Hutmacher explained the gate at Highway Avenue/County Road H will be the main gate, and everyone entering the site will need to check in at the Bolander construction office. The area outside of the perimeter at Highway Avenue/County Road H will be signed No Parking to eliminate conflicts with construction traffic. Barriers will be placed to separate Rice Creek trail users from construction traffic. It was noted the Ramsey County sheriff will be patrolling the property. Trespassing and theft of building materials will be prosecuted. Staff reported Ramsey County will hold a public informational meeting for the demolition and remediation project on Tuesday, May 7, 5:00 to 7:00 pm in the Marsden Room at the Ramsey County Public Works Facility. Postcards have been mailed to residents in Arden Hills and surrounding communities. Community Development Director Jill Hutmacher commented the City has contracted with Kimley- Horn to complete the AUAR, Master Plan, and Regulations and Policies for development. This process is anticipated to take 14-18 months. Vice Chair Thompson requested an update on the JDA. Community Development Director Jill Hutmacher indicated the JDA met this past Monday and review. She noted the Master Planning process was being discussed by the JDA at this time. C. Commission and Staff Comments Vice Chair Thompson wished City Planner Meagan Beekman all the best in her new position stating she would be missed by all. ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 8, 2013 13 Commissioner Holewa requested the Council discuss the Ramsey County patrolling efforts borhoods. He stated in the past several months there has been no police presence in his neighborhood. City Planner Meagan Beekman announced that the Community Clean-Up Day would be held on May 18, 2013 at the Public Works Facility. ADJOURN Commissioner Holewa moved, seconded by Commissioner Hames, to adjourn the May 8, 2013, Planning Commission Meeting at 8:16 p.m. The motion carried unanimously (4-0).