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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-12-01 P & Z Minutes - Approved CITY OF CENTERVILLE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Planning and Zoning Commission held its regular meeting on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. PRESENT: Chairperson Darrin Mosher Commissioner Russ Koski Commissioner Matthew Montain Commissioner Mark Haiden Commissioner Nick Twohy ABSENT: None STAFF: City Administrator Mike Ericson OTHERS PRESENT: Council Member D. Love I. CALL TO ORDER. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairperson Mosher. 1. Roll Call II. APPEARANCES 1. None. III. PUBLIC HEARING(S) 1. None. IV. OLD BUSINESS 1. Discussion on Downtown Master Plan & Development Guidelines (M-1 & M-2 Mixed Use Zoning) The Commission had lengthy discussion on the current plan and determined that it was in the best interest of the City to retain the Master Plan and Development Guidelines (M-1 & M-2 Mixed Use Zoning) for future needs. Motion by Commission Member Haiden, seconded by Commission Member Montain to retain the current Downtown Master Plan & Development Guidelines (M-1 & M-2 Mixed Use Zoning) as presented. All in favor. Motion carried. 2. Discussion on Proposed City Policy for Municipal Lighted Board @ City Hall Page 1 of 3 City of Centerville Planning and Zoning Commission December 1, 2015 The Commission had a brief discussion on the presented policy, Administrator Ericson stated that the proposed policy is similar to surrounding communities’ policies and that staff is eager to institute it. Motion by Commission Member Koski, seconded by Commission Member Montain to Recommend to Council the policy for the Municipal Lighted Board @ City Hall as presented. All in favor. Motion carried. 3. Ruffridge Johnson, 2065 Commerce Drive – Notification from Owner Administrator Ericson stated that the City recently received notification from the owner of Ruffridge Johnson that the sale of their existing building in Minneapolis fell through and it was a condition of the purchase of the property at 2065 Commerce Drive. The City has not received an official letter yet. Administrator Ericson stated that the owner was less than happy and he was disappointed because he was looking forward to his move to Centerville. V. NEW BUSINESS 1. Proposed Parking Design – Centennial School District #12 (Centerville Elementary) a. 1709 Main Street – Condemnation Proceedings Administrator Ericson stated that the Centennial School District #12 has commenced condemnation proceedings with regard to the property located at 1709 Main Street, owned by Mr. Paul Steffel. City staff met with ISD #12 officials on the purchase of City owned property located at 1737 Main Street. The Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed the new parking lot design as per the plan presented by the District. Administrator Ericson stated that discussion by the City Council wast they would rather have the City owned property remain tax generating and that the School District could be more open to utilizing their existing property for parking lot expansion rather than utilizing prime real estate. Administrator Ericson and staff have been instructed to meet with School District staff, arrange meetings with Council and provide alternatives and possible duel use of parking with the Downtown Master Plan and Design Guidelines. The Planning & Zoning Commission had a lengthy discussion on the use of school property on the north side and that the City should work with school officials. Administrator Ericson stated that he would keep the Commission abreast of the details regarding this item. 2. Commissioner Tom Wood’s Resignation Administrator Ericson reported that he had received a letter of resignation from Commissioner Woods via email. There are now two (2) openings on the web site and reminded members that they can speak with individuals that they believe are fitted for the position. 3. 7281 Main Street – (Waterworks Site) Page 2 of 3 City of Centerville Planning and Zoning Commission December 1, 2015 Administrator Ericson updated the Commission on the potential for a purchase agreement for the property stating that the potential buyer is interested in constructing a 3-4 story apartment/condo building. Administrator Ericson also stated that the would keep the Commission abreast of the details regarding this item. VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS Commissioner Koski stated that he recently attended a Beyond the Basics of Planning & Zoning: Variances and More session provided by Government Training Services which was enlightening and occasionally emotional. VII. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES 1. November 2, 2015 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes Motion by Commissioner Mosher seconded by Commissioner Montain to approve minutes from the November 2, 2015, meeting as presented. All in favor. Motion carried. VIII. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Montain, seconded by Commissioner Twohy to adjourn the meeting at 8:20 p.m. All in favor. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Michael A. Ericson City Administrator Page 3 of 3