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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-05-26 CC Special Meeting Minutes - Approved Approved CITY OF CENTERVILLE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 26, 2021 5:00 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Centerville held a Special City Council Meeting on May 26, 2021 via Zoom Videoconferencing at: https://zoom.us/j/478824301, Meeting ID: 478 824 301 with audio only available at: 312-626-6799. The meeting was also live streamed by North Metro TV. COUNCIL MEETING I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor D. Love called the special meeting to order at 5:03 p.m. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Mayor D. Love Council Member Steve King Council Member Russ Koski Council Member Michelle Lakso (arrived at 5:06 p.m.) Council Member Darrin Mosher ABSENT: None. STAFF: City Administrator Mark Statz City Attorney Kurt Glaser *Note that “present” is construed to mean that the noted individuals were visibly and audibly present on the videoconference call. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Mayor Love provided an opportunity for others to add or delete any items. Administrator Statz requested the addition of Check #33773-33781, Voided Check #33772 & 1706E-1709E to be added to the Consent Agenda under Item # 1. Mayor Love requested to review what the checks were for during Consent Agenda. Administrator Statz complied. Motion by Council Member Koski, seconded by Council Member King, to Approve the Agenda as Amended. A roll-call vote was taken. Mayor Love and Council Members King, Koski, Lakso & Mosher voted in favor. Motion carried. IV. APPOINTMENTSPRESENTATIONS City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes May 26, 2021 1. None V. PUBLIC HEARINGS Mayor Love read a preamble regarding the four (4) public hearings. Administrator Statz recommended the City Council open all four (4) public hearings at the same time using one motion. Motion by Council Member Koski, seconded by Council Member Moser, to Open the Public Hearings. A roll-call vote was taken. Mayor Love and Council Members King, Koski, Lakso & Mosher voted in favor. Motion carried. 1. Ordinance #113, Second Series Amendments to City Code Chapter 156 & Table 156.A-1 2. Kwik Trip a. Conditional Use Permit (Car Wash) 3. NorBella Senior Living a. Rezoning (B-2 Main Street Commercial to B-1 Commercial) b. Conditional Use Permit (Specialized Care Facility) 4. Belleville Landing Apartments a. Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Commercial to Residential) b. Rezoning (B-2 Main Street Commercial to R-3 High Density Residential) c. Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development Mayor Love opened it up to public comments. Ms. Terri Robinson, 2106 ADA Street, thanked the City Council to allow the opportunity to speak. She desired that the City Council respectfully request to think about how to better our community. She stated this community needs more amenities, as this is what will drive profits. This may be the last opportunity to bring developments to the community of Centerville Mr. Jordan Qava, 2028 Diamond Lane, thanked the City Council for allowing him to speak. He requested to consider the traffic increase due to the apartment building. He was also concerned about exit 35E, and the County Road J. The addition of either of those exits should be considered for traffic and safety issues Mr. Brad Griffith, 2084 Willow Circle, is concerned with car wash-noise and the height of the apartment building. He is a real estate agent and wants Centerville to do better. He suggested that property value will decrease with a gas station and a 4-story apartment building development. Mr. Richard Nelson, 7022 Centerville Road, Apt. # 108, stated he has been a resident for 5 years and has been visiting family here for 20 years. He is concerned with the 4-story apartment building Page 2 of 12 City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes May 26, 2021 and suggested that the City Council consider the Willow Glenn Townhomes when approving this development. Mr. Charles Reinhart, 1723 Meadow Lane, has lived in Centerville for 20 years and suggested some way to block the view. He is not against developments stating that businesses are going to go where they can make the most money. He suggested more trees, a hill, or a living wall to block the view. Mr. Jeremy Como, 7260 Watermark Way, appreciated the opportunity to speak. He does not live in Centerville but thinks it is important to let the City Council know how important it is for businesses to come in to the community and keep the property zoned commercial Also, he is wondering what it would do to the taxes if it was rezoned residential. Ms. Susan Love, 1953 Eagle Trail, stated she has witnessed apartment building development addressed multiple times and it has been previously denied for a variety of reasons. Centerville does not currently have an apartment building and if residents are not ready to buy a house or townhouse their choice is to leave Centerville. She noted other suburbs have developed apartment buildings and it has encouraged many other businesses to build there. She would also like a different location option for a gas station/car wash within Centerville. Ms. Andrea Rasmussen expressed confusion on why the apartment building is being placed on commercially zoned property. If commercial land is in such high demand, she does not think Centerville should be using 5 acres of land for a residential building. Ms. Katie Monohan, 7286 Geneva Court, expressed concern about the lack of young adults who either are not coming or staying in Centerville because there is not much here for them like jobs, restaurants, nightlife, etc. She believes Centerville needs more businesses in order to draw in more residents. st Mr. Justin Johnson, 7075 21 Avenue S., is currently a Centerville business owner of Nobel Welding. He struggles with the idea of building a Kwik Trip a mile down the road from other gas stations. He questioned the loyalty of having a business here for 20-30 years and stated he would move his business if that is the case. Ms. Bridget Como, 7260 Watermark Way, stated he had talked to an overwhelming amount of Centerville residents, whom the majority did not want the car wash, some who did not want the Senior Center and some who did not want the apartment building. He believes by adding the apartment and the Senior Center will be taking away commercial property that could potentially bring in more money to Centerville. He suggested revamping the business area in order to keep the money and business in Centerville and did not appreciate being compared to cities such as White Bear Lake. He wants to keep the small-town feel. In closing, he also mentioned he was concerned about the noise and traffic surrounding the buildings. Ms. Robinson mentioned again that it is the commercial businesses that will help this community grow. She wants to make this community better and reminded the City Council of the petitions that have been received. Page 3 of 12 City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes May 26, 2021 City Attorney Glaser stated emails are in the packet for review by anyone to view online, noting that legal requirements state emails are put in the packet for the City Council to review. Once they are adopted as part of the agenda, they are accepted into the public hearing. Motion by Council Member Koski, seconded by Council Member Moser, to Close all 4 Public Hearings. A roll-call vote was taken. Mayor Love and Council Members King, Koski, Lakso & Mosher voted in favor. Motion carried. VI. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES 1. January 27, 2021 Mayor Love provided an opportunity for Council to make modifications to the minutes if desired. Motion by Council Member Koski, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to Approve the January 27, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes as Presented. A roll-call vote was taken. Mayor Love and Council Members King, Koski, Lakso & Mosher voted in favor. Motion carried. VII. CONSENT AGENDA 1. City of Centerville Claims through May 26, 2021 (Check #33741-33771) & (1700E-1705E) and City Administrator Statz added (Check #33773-33781, Voided Check #33772 & (1706E-1709E) 2. Centennial Lake Police Department Claims through May 20, 2021 (Check #13813-13835) (2021022-2021024E) & Payroll (Check #13822-13824) 3. Centennial Fire District Claims through May 25, 2021 (Check #9081-9088) (2021008E) & Payroll (Check #9076-9080) 4. EDA Revolving Loan & Grant Application – JETS Machine Shop 5. Encroachment Agreement, 1823 Houle Circle – Fence 6. Special Event Permit Application – Fete des Lacs a. Temporary On Sale Liquor License (Subject to Submission of Liq. Liability Ins.) Mayor Love provided an opportunity for the City Council to add or remove any item(s) to/from the consent agenda. Mayor Love pulled # 4 from the Consent Agenda for further discussion. Motion by Council Member King, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to Approve Consent Agenda as items 1-3 and 5-6. A roll-call vote was taken. Mayor Love and Council Members King, Koski, Lakso & Mosher voted in favor. Motion carried. Mayor Love stated he drove by and no signs were completed. He questioned if payment would be contingent upon completion. Page 4 of 12 City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes May 26, 2021 Administrator Statz informed the City Council this grant is a reimbursement style grant and staff is asking the City Council to approve the use of the funds. Applicant would have to spend the money and then submit request for reimbursement. He asked to allow staff to obtain funds from Anoka County. Mayor Love stated the EDA loan/grant would make it easier to start up a new business in Centerville. Please reach out to City Hall if you have questions about wanting to prosper your business. Council Member Koski stated this is a good use of the grant program which will enhance our current local and new business. He also thanked the EDA for their hard work. Motion for Approval by Council Member King, and seconded by Council Member Mosher, to Approve EDA Revolving Loan & Grant Application – JETS Machine Shop. A roll-call vote was taken. Mayor Love and Council Members King, Koski, Lakso & Mosher voted in favor. Motion carried. VIII. OLD BUSINESS 1. Ordinance #113, Second Series Amendments to City Code Chapter 156 & Table 156.A-1 (Second Reading) Administrator Statz explained this item relates to changes to City Code, Chapter 156 and Table156.A-1 as it relates to car washes, vehicle sales and service. The table of allowed uses is a listing of ways to use your property. One concern is the stand-alone car wash versus a car wash that is an accessory use such as a retail fuel sales (gas station). This amendment would allow any future business to have a car wash as an accessory to retail fuel sales. Currently, it is not allowed under the City Code. Council Member King wanted information on smaller items like permits, stand-alone car washes, etc. Administrator Statz provided more information by detailing descriptions and new language of allowed uses and permitted uses regarding outdoor sales. Car lots would not be allowed under the B-2 district. Mayor Love pointed out that there was an omission of wording, and thanked him for making note of it. Council Member Koski commented that this can work if it is done correctly. He greatly appreciated all of the hard work. Once zoning rules are in place, it is very difficult to change midstream. Council Member Lakso thanked everyone who spoke. She believed the ordinance needs a lot more work and could have been sent back to the Planning and Zoning Commission. She expressed discomfort with this ordinance, wondering what else could be done. Page 5 of 12 City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes May 26, 2021 Mayor Love and Administrator Statz realized the wording in the Ordinance was an oversight and was meant to be a stand-alone car wash not a car wash with an accessory, like a gas station. This is not a major issue to approve and can go back for further review. Staff can also review the original idea of a stand-alone car wash. Motion by Council Member Mayor Love, seconded by Council Member Moser, to Adopt Ordinance #113, Second Series, Amendments to City Code Chapter 156 and Table 156.A.1 and authorize publication. A roll-call vote was taken. Mayor Love and Council Members King, Koski, & Mosher voted in favor. Council Member Lakso nay. Motion carried 4-1. 2. Kwik Trip a. Conditional Use Permit (Car Wash) Administrator Statz presented the request of Kwik Trip for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to construct and operate a car wash as an accessory use to their retail fuel sales operation on Lot 2, Block 1, of the proposed Rehbein Commercial plat, contingent upon revisions to the City Code allowing such use. The Planning and Zoning Commission did approve this plan with the following restriction: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. hours of operation. He stated that the site plan and CUP along with other details are in the packet. He also shared his slideshow presentation with the recommendations from the Planning and Zoning Commission. Council Member King questioned how many houses are projected to be built. Administrator Statz estimated 870 homes in Watermark, 250 homes in North Pointe, and 70 homes on Nadeau Acres. Council Member King also had concerns about the noise of the door opening and closing at the proposed car wash along with the length of time that it would remain out during the wash cycle. He reminded Council of the increased traffic in the area. He stated that he preferred additional buffering around the Willow Glen Townhomes. He noted that many comments from the public offer loyalty to the existing small-town existing businesses, but there was no way to stop Kwik Trip from going in as it is properly zoned for that usage. Administrator Statz stated the developer will add screening to the north and west of the car wash. A noise study was conducted and found that noise dissipates over distances. Also, the doors would remain closed which would cut out a major portion of noise from the proposed car wash. Mayor Love thanked Council Member King for his comments and questioned which side is the entry and exit are on. Administrator Statz stated the entrance would be on the west and exit would be on the east which would help eliminate some of the noise. Council Member Koski is concerned with the potential for noise/light pollution and stated that steps should be taken to minimize both. He stated that the hours of operation for the car was could be 24 hours but the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. Kwik Trip can build the gas station on this site and if they wanted to put in a car wash later than they could discuss Page 6 of 12 City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes May 26, 2021 that at a later date. He noted this would also allow for other businesses to go on this property. He supports keeping this property zoned commercial and wants to help the residents that surround the property by building natural fences. Council Member Lakso wants to make sure all the boxes are checked and the Council has the ability to address all of the past issues that had been talked about, get feedback from residents, and examine the impact three (3) months after opening. Mayor Love hoped there would be another business that would go in on the corner lot, creating a natural buffer. He noted traffic patterns are driven by the increase in homes that are being built to the north. Council Member King did not know what kind of car wash would be put it in the ordinance. Mayor Love stated it would require a touchless car wash. This would create equal and fair opportunities for anyone who wants to build on property. Council Member King is in favor of a touchless car wash, if the problems are addressed. Mr. George indicated they have a single bay choice wash with either a soft touch or touch free cycle and the dryer blows as you drive through and exit. Mayor Love stated that if a business wants to run 24 hours a day, they should be able to do that. Council Member King wondered about conditions that Council talked about regarding amending the motion to reflect the changes discussed. Administrator Statz advised Council to approve the motion and then reconfigure the conditions discussed along with the Finding of Fact for the Conditional Use Permit. Motion by Council Member Mosher, seconded by Council Member Koski, to Approve the Conditional Use Permit with hours of as recommended by Planning and Zoning Commission (7 a.m. – 9 p.m.) to include natural fencing between residential noise and light pollution for a car wash as an accessory use to the retail fuel sales operation on Lot 2, Block 1, of the proposed Rehbein commercial plat, contingent upon approval of the plat and necessary Code changes. A roll-call vote was taken. Mayor Love and Council Members King, Koski, Lakso & Mosher voted in favor. Motion carried. Council Member King requested a map of Kwik Trip inquiring about some kind of screening that would go from east to west. He suggested a wall or barrier that would attempt to mitigate some noise. Administrator Statz stated there is currently a retaining wall there. Mayor Love questioned if a berm would work better. Administrator Statz informed the Council there is already a retaining wall so a berm is not possible. Page 7 of 12 City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes May 26, 2021 Attorney Glaser discussed the idea of creating a buffer that works. This would need to be sent to the Planning and Zoning Commission or engineering for specifications. Mayor Love stated if the barrier was built and it did not work, this would allow us to go back and fix or change the barrier if needed. Council Member Koski reiterated the amendment states to go with what is on preliminary site plan with the approval of the Planning and Zoning Commission or City Engineer. Attorney Glaser indicated the buffer should adhere to the conditions of the approval of the City Engineer. Administrator Statz stated the lighting plan was submitted, found to be correct and other property owners can address their lighting concerns on their own. 3. NorBella Senior Living (pg. 287) a. Ordinance 21-0XX Rezoning (B-2 Main Street Commercial to B-1 Commercial) b. Conditional Use Permit (Specialized Care Facility) c. Site Plan Review Administrator Statz presented the request of Rachel Development, Inc. (NorBella) to rezone property to allow use of a special care facility to be constructed on Block 2 which does not currently allow this. He stated this would require a rezoning to B-1, if approved, the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) would have to be approved. If the zoning changes, you can place conditions on the permit but you cannot deny the CUP. In review, this is a 40-unit, single-story, high acuity, assisted living and memory care facility with walking paths around the entire facility Review of site plan shows adequate parking coming off of the new Street A. The Planning and Zoning Commission did not approve all of the trails. The developer would direct people to cross the road at the intersection of Street A. st Mayor Love clarified the dotted sidewalk that leads to 21 and would be staying in the site plan. The sidewalk to the north would not be staying and traffic from the apartment building would not go through this area. Council Member King is concerned about the lack of square footage and disappointed with a lack of masonry. He also stated concern over licensing. Attorney Glaser advised there will be many licenses for the various types of care they provide. They will have a nursing home license along with the sub divisions of the specific care units. Mr. Stratman, developer, stated this is not a continuum of care facility. This is a memory care or for assisted living facility that cares for the daily needs of their residents. More specific assisted care includes receiving meals, correct medication dosage, bathing and etc. Council Member King expressed interest in the revocation of licensing. Page 8 of 12 City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes May 26, 2021 City Administrator Statz stated it can be put in the CUP that an annual requirement of a license is revoked or reviewed, it would be their duty to alert the City. He also showed the Council the architectural designs and what stone they used via a slideshow. Council Member King stated that he is still looking for more stone, more attention to detail, and possible brick detail on the outside of building. Administrator Statz stated veneer stone is fairly common when building this type of facility but is up for discussion. Mayor Love clarified that Council Member King is proposing real brick instead of veneer stone. Council Member Mosher inquired about the location of the closest facility that they own and operate. Mr. Stratman explained that they manage several thousand facilities throughout the State, two (2) are under construction using this model, one (1) in Prior Lake and one (1) in Savage. One will be starting construction in Apple Valley shortly. He believes this facility fills a niche in the community. Council Member Mosher wondered about the life of the buildings and how it will be maintained. Mr. Stratman commented that it would not be good business practice to allow the property to fall into despair. Council Member Koski noted he did not know what the big red arrow was pointing at on page 261. Administrator Statz explained it was shown in the public notice to make it easier for residents to understand the location. Council Member Koski discussed landscaping and green space. He is concerned about the lack of trees/shrubbery according to the graphics. Administrator Statz showed a detailed picture of the landscaping requirements. Trees and shrubbery are around the entire building. There is a patio along the northeast side of the building along with intense shrubs. There are 61 trees, 220 shrubs, 2 ponds, one is the existing pond on the property and the other would serve the apartment complex and the Senior Living facility. Council Member Koski commented about the materials (cultured stone) considered at the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. He would like them to use quality materials and wants it to look professional. He noted page 255 made mention that cultured stone is the accents around the doors and window sills. The cultured stone is considered fake stone. Also, he noted the City should be aware of public safety services that may occur. Administrator Statz stated on page 2-3 under the CUP, plan for consumption of public safety services and the landowner being willing to compensate the City. Page 9 of 12 City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes May 26, 2021 Attorney Glaser stated that facilities are great to have but if they are not operated correctly, it could become the City’s burden with expenses. Council Member Koski inquired if we have that covered. Attorney Glaser replied yes, it is covered. This is also why there are annual reviews of the CUP ensuring compliance with regulations. Council Member Lakso agreed that this is a reasonable development. The CUP use is just fine and she thinks this would be a great place to serve Centerville’s most vulnerable population. She questioned who the SAC fee would go to and was also curious about the placement of the north side patio not receiving enough sun. Administrator Statz replied with we are losing those fees due to the City of Lino Lakes’ infrastructure services these buildings as their infrastructure was placed in the roadway during the joint roadway construction project. He noted that the City is not liable for repairing that infrastructure. Mr. Stratman informed the Council that the “L” shape of the design, where most of the community activities will take place, was the best place for the patio. He also informed the Council that there would be separate, secure, outdoor spaces for memory care that is away from the north side. Council Member Lakso liked the title that included the town name of Centerville. Mayor Love wondered if there was a way to include language in the CUP for maintenance and upkeep of the building. Administrator Statz stated as part of an annual review, an inspection will keep the facility properly maintained, but the only issue would be a staffing. Mayor Love spoke about the desire to want a building that is aesthetically pleasing. He also mentioned this plat is not the only commercially zoned land in Centerville. Administrator Statz will check on commercial zoning plats, noting down Main Street, most lots are zoned commercial but there are a few still zoned residential. Motion by Council Member Koski, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to Approve Ordinance #114, Second Series - Rezoning Lot 1, Block 2, Rehbein Commercial, contingent on plat approval from B-1 to B-2. A roll-call vote was taken. Mayor Love and Council Members King, Koski, Lakso & Mosher voted in favor. Motion carried. Council Member King wondered about commercial code inspections. Administrator Statz stated the City does have commercial code inspections. This can be based on a complaint or something that is seen. Inspections are not scheduled but are completed as needed. Businesses often find code inspections not business friendly. Page 10 of 12 City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes May 26, 2021 Council Member King is very concerned about the quality of building materials. Administrator Statz stated to bring this concern to the Planning and Zoning Commission along with the site plan review. Attorney Glaser suggested to make this a condition that can be brought to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Motion by Council Member Lakso, seconded by Council Member Koski, to Approve the Conditional Use Permit and Findings of Fact for a Specialized Care Facility; NorBella Senior Living contingent on approval of associated plat and rezoning. A roll-call vote was taken. Mayor Love and Council Members King, Koski, Lakso & Mosher voted in favor. Motion carried. Mayor Love questioned the restriction on time of approval. Attorney Glaser stated if approved tonight, setting parameters are being arranged and can be modified if needed. Administrator Statz requested more detail from the Council on exact wording of conditional ideas on the exterior of the facility. Council Member King wished to integrate brick and stone together. Administrator Statz stated Council wants additional stonework and enhanced window casing. Mr. Stratman stated he understands the need for a building that is structurally sound, energy efficient, and includes a robust, detailed exterior. This structure is a wood framed building. The idea is for it to look warm and comforting. He can do a mix of materials to make it look aesthetically pleasing. He wants people to have the desire to place their loved ones there. Administrator Statz read the City Code about exterior of buildings. He suggested a cautious approach when making architectural design demands. Architectural teams are trained in this area and have experience with this type of work. Mayor Love liked the look and feel of the facility in Prior Lake. Motion by Council Member Koski, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to Approve Site Plan Review for NorBella Senior Living contingent on Final Plat, Rezoning and Conditional Use Permit approval. A roll-call vote was taken. Mayor Love and Council Members King, Koski, Lakso & Mosher voted in favor. Motion carried. Mayor Love requested a short recess for 10 minutes At 7:48 p.m., the Zoom transmission lost connection and the meeting did not resume. 4. Belleville Landing Apartments Page 11 of 12 City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes May 26, 2021 a. Resolution 21-009 Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Commercial to Residential) b. Ordinance 21-0XX Rezoning (B-2 Main Street Commercial to R-3 High Density Residential) c. Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development d. Site Plan Review Item not discussed. XI. ADJOURNMENT The special meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m. Respectfully submitted by City Clerk, Teresa Bender. Page 12 of 12