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City of Centerville <br /> Planning and Zoning Commission <br /> Septernber 1,2015 <br /> 1. Discussion on Downtown Master Plan&Development Guidelines <br /> The Commission briefly discussed the City Code regarding the M1 (Mix Use)and M2 (Mixed Use <br /> Neighborhood District) zoning districts which comprises the entire downtown area with a <br /> possibility for an amendment due to the economic downturn and slower recovery period than <br /> anticipated. City Administrator Ericson reminded Commissioners that Council had included this <br /> topic as one of its 2015 City Focus Goals. The Commission briefly discussed those items from the <br /> original plan that they desired to retain and incorporate into a newer version. They agreed that the <br /> private sector developers will dictate downtown redevelopment. <br /> V. NEW BUSINESS <br /> 1. Meeting with Ruffridge/Johnson General Contractor Jay Thorson,Dailey Companies <br /> Administrator Ericson reported that staff had met with Ruffridge/Johnson and their general <br /> contractor and architect to discuss development requirements, conditional use requirements and <br /> were presented with the site plan and draft building plans. The Commission liked the preliminary <br /> plans which called for a 19,000 square foot building with a rear lot fenced. <br /> 2. MnPASS Express <br /> Administrator Ericson reported that Mr. Brad Larsen, MN Dot MnPASS Policy & Planning <br /> Program Director, had attended the last Council meeting and presented them with an overview of <br /> the I-35E Improvements and MnPASS Extension Project. <br /> Administrator Ericson briefed the Commission regarding the MnPass Express Lanes that will be <br /> opening at the end of 2015 on the northbound and southbound 1-35E between Little Canada Road <br /> and Cayuga Streets, Phase 2's completion date of the end of 2016 involving construction of the <br /> same lanes between Little Canada Road and County Road J (Southbound between County Road <br /> 96 and Little Canada Road) and (Northbound between County Road E and County Road J), <br /> associated vehicle fees for usage, and hours of operation, those that can utilize for free and <br /> penalties for violators. Administrator Ericson stated that similar lanes in alternative areas were <br /> being considered with the Twin Cities and if individuals desired additional information they could <br /> contact the MnPass web site or visit a local office. <br /> 3. Reschedule Regularly Scheduled Meeting of November 3, 2015 due to School District <br /> Elections,(November 10,2015)? <br /> Administrator Ericson stated that public meetings were prohibited on election day per state statute <br /> 204C.03 and requested that the Commission consider rescheduling its November meeting or move <br /> it to an alternative date. <br /> Motion by Commissioner Wood, seconded by Commissioner Koski to reschedule their <br /> regularly scheduled Monday. November 3. 2015 meetine to November 2. 2015 commencing <br /> at 6:30 mm.in Council Chambers. All in favor. Motion carried <br /> Page 2 of 3 <br />