2024-08-14 CC Minutes - Approved

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City of Centerville City Council Meeting Minutes August 14, 2024 redeveloped. Ms. Rios added that passing a moratorium today will allow for the time needed to not just correct the inconsistencies between our existing planning documents, but to create a clear vision for the future so that we can determine the highest and best use for each piece of property in the downtown area. Ms. Rios stated that on a final note, she is very sympathetic to property owners who want to sell their properties for the most money possible. And in that regard, the third option can present a possible compromise. She said that option #3 would allow a town home proposal for Block 7 to go through unimpeded, and the Lalonde children would be able to continue seeking redevelopment proposals for their property as well. The proposed restrictions in option #3 seem fair regarding limiting redevelopment in the M-1 and M-2 zones to less than 20 units per acre, no more than two floors above grade and height restrictions to 35 feet or less. Ms. Rios opined that these restrictions make sense for flat parcels. Ms. Rios added that if council chooses to adopt option #3, that they consider adding an amendment that calculates buildable acres before determining lot sizes for redevelopment, for example, removing areas determined as wetland or areas that are needed for drainage ponds before calculating the total buildable acres since not every piece of property is the same, and they shouldn't be treated the same when parts of the lots are not buildable. Ms. Rios asked the Council to please consider supporting a one-year moratorium. 5. Ken Deakman, 1665 Lakeland Circle. Mr. Deakman said that he is in support of option #3, noting that he thinks there ought to be some flexibility, and that a year seems like the right amount of time for a moratorium. Mr. Deakman added that it's highly unlikely there's going to be a lot of large-scale development that is going to be added in that period. Mr. Deakman also stated that the world has changed since we adopted the plans in 2006. 6. Nancy Golden, 1654 Lakeland Circle. Ms. Golden said that she would like to make two points in support of a 12-month moratorium for new PUDs in the downtown district. First, Ms. Golden wanted to clarify that she and other residents support growth in Centerville; she also thinks it’s important to point out that development should not be pursued for its own sake and to meet a population target. She added that growth should be a well thought out strategic process that aligns with the desires and the needs of small-town communities. Second, Ms. Golden said that she has sat through many Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council meetings recently where city administration has discussed possible legal liabilities and risks associated with the moratorium, and specifically Block 7. Ms. Golden added that as she read statute 462.355, provided by the city attorney and the proposed moratorium not only conforms with the state statute, but it also ensures legality of our actions. Ms. Golden Further noted that the US Supreme Court has recently made decisions that support these moratoriums. Ms. Golden added that city administration has expressed concerns that Anoka County could potentially reclaim block seven, and we would be on the hook for $400,000 and that would be a burden of the taxpayers of Centerville. Ms. Golden also said that she believes it's crucial to understand the stipulations of this government grant. When was this grant taken out? What are the stipulations, and what strings are attached? Further, she asked, if there is a stipulation in there that states, if a moratorium was approved, that Centerville would be liable and have to repay the grant. Ms. Golden also asked what the repayment process looks like and when it would begin? Ms. Golden asked if the grant dates back 18 to 20 years, then why have we sat idle and feel like now our backs have been pushed against the wall. Page 4 of 13