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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008 COMPREHENSIVE PLANCRY of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan Gem Lake, Minnesota August .26, 2008 Table of Contents Text Chapter Description Chapter/Page 1.0 City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan Suinaiar}t 1.4 to 1-2 2.0 Use of the Plan 2-1.to..2-4 3.0 Community Development Trends and Detriments 34.to3-9 4.0 Plan Assumptions, Goals, and Issues 4I to 46 5.0 Land Goals and Policies 5-1 6.0 Transportation Plan 6-1 to 6-9 7.0 Sanitary Sewer System Plan 7-1 to 7-11 0.0 Water Supply System Plan 8-1 t6 84 9.0 Housing Plan 9-1 to 9-4 10.0 Storm Drainage Plan 10A-to 10-2 11.0. Community Facilities and Services. Plan 11-1 to i1-3 12.0 Parks and Open Space .Plan 12-1. to 13.0 Implementation .12-6 13-1 to 13-11. Tables Table 1 'Population Trends aw0rojections for Gem Lake and Contiguous, 34 Governmental Units. Ta61e 2 Characteristics of Population 3-5 Table 3 Existing and Projected Population, Households,. and Employment 3.6 -In Gem Lake Table 4 *Selected Characteristics of Housing for Gem Lake..and Contiguous 3-7 Qoyernmental. Units-200.0 Table 2-1 Fyture.Land.Use Acreage Breakdown 5 5 Table 2-2 Residential Land Availability 5-9 Table 2.3 Land Use Table in 5-Year Stages 5-11 Table 6 Inventory of Roads, Streets and Highways. 6-2 Table 7 Summary of Existing Road Mileage by Jurisdiction and 6-4 Functional Classification Table 7.1 Projected Wastewater Flows: (2007-2030) 7,3 Table 7.2 Estimated Future`Sewer Flows 7-5 & 74 Table Capital Improvement Plan 13-11 Maps and Pictures Existing Land, Use Map (2008) S 4 Future Land Use Map (20085-8 Gem Lake.Ezample:Plan - Subzones 5-16 Gem. Lake:Example.plan — Structures 5-17 Gem:Lake:Roadway System 6-3 Transportation Analysis Zones. 4 7 Sanitary Sewer. Comprehensive Plan (figure 7.1) 7.2 Water Supply Comprehens ve Plan (figuxe 8:1) 8.4 Regional. Parks Policy Plan (figure 1) 12 3 Map of Gent Lake with Regional Parks. and Trails (figure2) 12 S 1.0 City of Gem Lake Cornprehex> nip Plan Sula�mary This comprehensive. plan covers the.following: Chapter 2, "Use of the Plan," outlines the pmpose.of ihis document, which is intended to guide long term growth. It defines the roles of the Planning Commission, City Council, and citizens of Gem Lake. It also covers compliance with and amendments to the plan.. Chapter 3; " Gommunib, Development Trends and Determinants,` provides background information on the city's past and present conditions. Elements icovered are geographical setting,mnatttral features, population growth and characteristics, employment, .economic base, region - serving facilities and: land development. The purpose. of the chapter is to determine the current status. of Gera Lake; and where the City may be headed. The chapter identifies possible resources that may be available and those that should be preserved. Chapter 4, f'Pldn Assumptidn& Goals, and Issues," covers the assumptious.that.the. .plan is based on, the goals that have been established'and fhe principal) issues that must be faced. The,goals relate to a "vision" --.of Gem Lakes future, They stressthe preservation of the "small town'character and natural environment. of the City. Chapter 5, "Land Use Goals and Policies;" divides the city intaplatining areas, describes each area, -and- identifies specific land use policies for each. Chapter 6,."Transportation Plan," describes existing roadways; as well as transportation issues that face Gem Lake.residents. Policies to guide tbe:future development and maintenance of the transportafibii system -are covered. Chapter 7,."Sanitary ewer. Plan," describes-ft City'.s overall approach tp. sanitary .sewer services,. including-goah and policies. The current sanitary sewer and possible future extension of services are sumnnarized here, The ordinances -wWch-regulate, individual sewage treatment systems (Ordinance-46 and 6I), and the operation of. the municipal sanitary sewer system (Ordinance 64) are.also covered. Chapter 8, "Water Supply .Plan," examines City! options regarding its water supply now and in -t'he: future. The: need for conservation .and emergency plan procedures are covered. City ;Y Gem t.ake.Compreherme Plan 1 page 1-1 Chapter 9, "Housing Plan," describes the current housing situation within the City. Census data is summarized. This chapter also includes a list of goals and policies to guide the future housing mix (quantity, quality, density, and type). Chapter 10, "Storm Drainage Plan," identifies goals and policies that relate to the storm water management system. Chapter 11, "Community Facilities and Service Plan" covers the current status of various community facilities and service arrangements. Police and fire protection, road maintenance, professional assistance, municipal building, public schools, health facilities, and outdoor recreational facilities are dealt with. Chapter 12, "Parks and Open Space Plan" outlines current parks and open spaces, as well as regional facilities serving Gem Lake. Chapter 13, "Plan Implementation," covers the official controls that are currently in place, as well as the development of a Capital Improvement Plan. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 1-2 2.0 Use of the Plan Purpose of Preparing the. Plan The Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan has beenpreparedwith-the primary purpose of guiding the.. long-term physical development of the. City... This. includes investments in both privately and publicly owned resources. The City Planning C6ninlission and City Council have both recognized :that investments irk Ohysical facilities within Gem Lake are usually long-term fixed assets -that establish the development character of the City for many.. ye Accordingly, this document has. been prepared to. firmly establish the manner in which citizens and their elected and appointed representatives wish the City of Gem Lake to develop. This plan document is the fourth Comprehensive Plan prepaid for the City. The fast plarl was. prepared in 1962, but was not officially adopted by the municipal government..A second plan was. prepared in 1979, and revised in 1982 to meet Metropolitan Council (hereafter referred to as the Met Council) approval, and the third plan was completed in 1997_ Tliis plan. draws; freely.upon the proposals of the 1997plati, but incorporates more recent development trends within Gem Lake and in the immediate vicinity of the.City.. It also introduces a new mixed use planning area to the City. New goals and policies of the City are also established. This plan supersedes all of�the contents of the 1997 plan document. The Comprehensive Plan represents the collective. position of the City Planning Commission and the City Council at the time .ofits adoption. White consultant assistance was sought in the preparation. of this. plan, the actualrecommendations and policy statements represent solely those of the City Council, the Planning . Commission and, to the maximum extent possible, the citizens of° Gem Lake. While the plan: is 'intended.primarily as a policy document with the main objective of guiding the orderly physical development -of -the City, the plan should not be considered a detailed program for the. imnlementation.of City12olicies nor should it be considered a regulatory device for accomplishing this „end. Rather, it is expected. that all plan.procedures and regulatory devices legally- available to the City will be used in accordance with. the provisions of the. plan, The -.general time frame of the plan is. -approximately 1:5 to 20 years;. at which time ivis anticipated -that anost; if not all;, land holdings within Gem Lake will' bd committed to .some fora rz -urban development. C ty or Gam Lake Comprehensive Plan page ; e 2-t D. „ Use of Plan by the City Planning Commission The Planning Commission of Gem Lake is a three -member body appointed by the City Council of Gem Lake. Members of the Commission serve at the pleasure of the City Council. They may be reappointed. Specifically, with regard to the Comprehensive Plan, the Planning Commission has the following major responsibilities: (a) to periodically review (not less than biannually) and make suggested additions and amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, (b) to assure that all provisions of the City's development control ordinances (or proposed amendments or additions to these ordinances) are in accordance with the principles of the plan, (c) to review proposed public capital investments of the City of Gem Lake to determine their consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, and (d) to review proposed private capital investments within Gem Lake to assure that they are in accordance with the principles and proposals of the plan. While the Planning Commission's responsibilities are primarily advisory — the City Council has prime authority in carrying out the plan's features — the Planning Commission nevertheless is considered to be the City's primary body in terms of making explicit interpretations of the plan's stated proposals. Use of the Plan by the City Council The City Council is a five -member body directly elected by the citizens of Gem Lake. Council members are elected to four year staggered terms. The Mayor is also elected to a 4-year term. As the primary policy making body of the City of Gem Lake, the Council has the following principal responsibilities in relation to the Comprehensive Plan: (a) to assure, to the maximum extent possible, that the policies contained within the Comprehensive Plan document represent the viewpoint of the citizens of the community, (b) to attempt to make incremental policy decisions in normal council deliberations that are consistent with the plan's provisions, (c) to make public capital and related expenditures consistent with the principles of the plan, and (d) to exercise the ultimate review and adoption of all original plan provisions and amendments to the plan forwarded to the Council by the Planning Commission. Relationship of Other Municipal Bodies and Citizens to the Plan Beyond guiding the actions of the Planning Commission and the City Council, the plan is also designed to be an educational device. As such, the plan is intended to convey to all people in Gem Lake City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 2-2 the manner in which the City is desires to develop. It covers the unique assets, liabilities, and key development issues facing the City in the coming years. Citizens interested in interpretations of the provisions of the Comprehensive Plan, or revisions to it, are encouraged to meet with the Planning Commission at its regularly scheduled sessions. Compliance with the Plan The Comprehensive Plan of Gem Lake is designed to be more than a mere document spelling out general City policies. It is intended as a decisio making aid for (a) guiding the expenditure of public capital funds, and (b) establishing the underlying rationale for the development of codes and ordinances, which more specifically control private development within the City. In particular, the Comprehensive Plan is the guiding document of zoning. Minnesota State Statute 462.356 (Subdivision 2) further spells out required compliance with the plan where public capital investments are involved: "After a Comprehensive Municipal Plan or Section thereof has been recommended by the Planning Agency (the Gem Lake Planning Commission) and a copy filed with the governing body (the Gem Lake City Council), no publicly owned interest in real property within the municipality shall be acquired or disposed of, nor shall any capital improvement be authorized by the municipality or special district or agency thereof or any other political subdivision having jurisdiction within the municipality until after the Planning Agency (City Planning Commission) has reviewed the proposed acquisition, disposal, or capital improvements and reported in writing to the governing body (City Council) or other special district or agency or political subdivision concerned, its findings as to compliance of the proposed acquisition, disposal or improvement with the Comprehensive Municipal Plan. Failure of the Planning Agency to report on the proposal within 45 days after such a reference, or such other period as may be designated by the governing body (City Council), shall be deemed to have satisfied the requirements of this subdivision. The governing body (City Council) may, by resolution adopted by two-thirds vote, dispense with the requirements of this subdivision when in its judgment it finds that the proposed acquisition or disposal of real property or capital improvement has no relationship to the Comprehensive Municipal Plan. " Amendments to the Plan The Comprehensive Plan of the City of Gem Lake is designed to be amended as the City grows and changes. The City Council provides authority to the Planning Commission to conduct an City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan page 2_ annual review. Any amendments to the Comprehensive Plan beyond an editorial level will be executed only after a public hearing. This hearing must be duly advertised in the officially designated newspaper of the municipality at least ten days prior to the hearing. Any amendments to the plan can be accomplished by a 2/3 majority vote (of the members of the City Council). Amendments must be formally submitted to the Met Council for review and will be placed on file with the Council as well as with all governmental units with boundaries contiguous to the City of Gem Lake. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 24 3.0 Community Development Trends and Determinants Gem Lake has many unique features that should be considered when developing a comprehensive plan. Physical development within the City, its natural resources, people, economy and governmental plan must be placed in context with the larger metropolitan area. The communities in the immediate vicinity should be given special attention. The following subject areas impact the city's plan: Creation of Gem Lake The City of Gem Lake was created through a referendum conducted in 1959. The City was one of several municipal jurisdictions which incorporated during the 1950s, in response to a rapid increase in urbanization pressures. In addition to Gem Lake, the municipalities of Little Canada, Maplewood, North Oaks, Shoreview, and Vadnais Heights, all within a five mile radius, were incorporated during that time frame. Geographical Setting The City of Gem Lake encompasses a land area of approximately 725 acres in the north central portion of Ramsey County. The City is located approximately seven miles north of the central business district of St. Paul, and approximately 11 miles northeast of the central business district of Minneapolis. Gem Lake is bounded on the north by White Bear Township. The City of White Bear Lake generally bounds the City on the east. Vadnais Heights bounds the City partially on the east, entirely on the south and west, and partially on the north. The northern and eastern boundaries of the City are well defined by the rights -of -way of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad. Most of the southern boundary of the City is also County Road E. The westem border of the City is also Labore Road. In proximity to the City's western border is Interstate Highway 35E (I-35E). U.S. Highway 61 cuts through the southeastern portion of the City. Natural Features of Gem Lake The natural environment of Gem Lake is unquestionably of a very high quality, the preservation or enhancement of which should be considered as the City more fully develops. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan 1 page 3-1 Topography The topography of the community is generally rolling, exhibiting glacial morainic surface features. Elevations vary approximately 90 feet (from 920 feet to 1,010 feet above sea level). The greatest elevation variations are in the west central and northwestern portions of the City, where there are several areas of higher elevations. Virtually, all steeper slopes over 10 percent grade are also in this portion of the City. The northeast and southern portions of the City range from gently rolling to flat. Surface Water and Drainage Most of the City of Gem Lake lies on a low plateau over 950 feet above sea level. This plateau drains north, west and south. Since Gem Lake is in a relatively high elevation with respect to surrounding lands, no permanent streams exist within its boundaries. However, as is typical of glacial landscapes, much of the municipality is imperfectly drained. Much of the surface water currently drains into low lying depressions with no surface outlets. The largest of these depressions is the water body called Gem Lake which covers approximately 38 acres including its attendant wetlands. Much of the central portion of the City drains into this water body. The second largest area of standing water is a pond covering about six acres in the northeastern portion of the City. Most of the lands north of the Gem Lake Drainage Area and south of Goose Lake Road drain into this surface feature. There are many other smaller pockets of intermittent and permanent surface water storage areas scattered throughout the municipality. Soils Most surface soils within Gem Lake are glacial tills. Consequently, the character of soils can vary significantly in a relatively small area. Gravel deposits displaying course soils are located in knobs in the northwestern portion of the City. In contrast, fine sediments are located in the Gem Lake and associated wetland area not far away. Overall, the soils might be characterized as medium to fine in all but (1) the knob areas, and (2) in the northeastern area of the City where coarser soils predominate. Vegetation Much of the City is significantly wooded, especially in the central portion around Gem Lake. There are also extensive stands of trees in the northwestern portion of the City along Goose Lake Road. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 3-2 Population Growth of Gem Lake and Vicinity Gem Lake is located in the northeast portion of the Minneapolis -St. Paul metropolitan area, which has experienced very rapid urbanization. This area reached the population "take -off' stage during the 1950s, accelerated during the 1960s and has since stabilized. The populations of the cities of Gem Lake and White Bear Lake have witnessed a slight decrease in population from 1990 to 2000, while the cities of Vadnais Heights and White Bear Township have increased substantially in the same time period (see Table 1). Current and future population trends as estimated by the Met Council indicate that the populations of both Gem Lake and White Bear Lake City will grow from the year 2000 to 2030 (56% and 15% respectively). While Gem Lakes percentage of growth is the most significant when viewed against its neighbors, the actual number of people added is low in comparison. To date low density residential areas have been prevalent in the city. In addition, much of the city is already developed. Therefore it is expected there will be added development pressure for greater density on currently undeveloped or underutilized properties. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 3-3 Table 1 — Population Trends and Projections for Gem Lake and Contiguous Governmental Units Govt. 1990 12000 % 2010 2020 2030 % Unit pop. pop. Change Est. Est. Est. Change 1990- 2000- 2000 2030 Gem 439 419 4.7% 490 561 652 56% Lake Vadnais 11,041 13,069 +18% 13,800 14,300 16,800 22% Heights White 24,642 24,325 -1.3% 27,200 27,850 27,950 15% Bear Lake White 9,424 11,293 120'No 13,100 13,500 13.500 20% Bear Twn. Characteristics of Population Table 2 summarizes selected characteristics of the population of Gem Lake and adjoining municipalities. The median age of Gem Lake residents is 37.5, which approximately two years older than the U.S. average of 35.3. Very similar is the age of both the City of White Bear Lake and White Bear Township residents, with the median age being 37.4 and 37.5 respectively. However, the City of Vadnais Heights is much closer to the national average at 35.9 years of age. The 2000 median family income level in Gem Lake ($82,909) was the highest of the adjacent communities. White Bear Township was the next closest at $79,171. Approximately 5.9 percent of the population within Gem Lake was viewed to be below the poverty line as defined by the 2000 U.S. Census. This is an increase over the 1990 level of 2.3 percent. This poverty line percentage in Gem Lake is higher than some adjoining communities. For instance, only 2.8 percent of citizens in White Bear Township live below the poverty level, with the highest percent of nearby populations below the poverty line being 4.4 percent (City of White Bear Lake). City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 3-4 Table 2 — Selected Characteristics of the Population for Gem Lake and Contiguous Governmental Units Govt. 2000 Ages Ages Age Age Median Percent Unit pop. 0-5 6-17 18+ 65+ Family below Income poverty level Gem Lake 419 25 56 292 1 46 82,209 5.9% Vadnais 13,069 907 1,597 9,548 1,017 74,178 3.2% Heights White 24,325 1,474 1,006 18,295 3,550 60,196 4.4% Bear Lake White 11,293 699 1,600 8,023 971 79,171-1 2.8% Bear Twn. 1 City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 3-5 Employment and Economic Base The City of Gem Lake has more job opportunities than the population could reasonably be expected to support. The nature of commercial development and employment opportunities is generally geared to a trade area much larger than Gem Lake. Auto dealerships are the dominant commercial enterprises with `Highway Service" establishments, such as automotive or marine accessories or repair services constituting a large share of remaining commercial activity. Due to the City's small population, there is very little in the way of commercial development at this stage of the community's development geared to serving the resident population. Development of Region Serving Facilities Within in the last ten years, region serving facilities have continued to improve and expand in ways that help to shape, and sometimes accelerate development in and around the City of Gem Lake. Examples include the following: a. The interstate highway system located in close proximity to Gem Lake has been expanded to accommodate an ever increasing traffic volume. Interstate freeways I-694 and I-35E come together in the area, locating Gem Lake close to a major freeway interchange, with nearby on and off ramps. The two freeways are now part of a huge renovation project, centered near Gem Lake, which is called "unweave the weave." This renovation is design to allow a greater number of drivers to safely use the highways each day. b. Two large regional shopping malls now serve the area, Maplewood Mall, located approximately 2 miles away, and Rosedale Mall in Roseville, located approximately 7 miles away. Both malls have extended strip mall facilities surrounding them, making each a regional shopping district for the area. c. Several smaller but equally as important retail shopping areas have reached fruition in the area. The include but are not limited to the discount shopping area located at the 35 E and County Road E intersection, which includes a Target, a Wal-Mart and other assorted facilities; and the charming downtown White Bear Shopping area, which has undergone a facelift in the past decade. d. The City of Maplewood now plays host to an extended health care zone about 5 miles to the south of the City of Gem Lake surrounding City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 3-6 .St. John's Hospital,-whi'ch includes a large number of doctors' offices and healtheare.clinic. and facilities. e. Metropolitan trunk sewers have been expanded north beyond Gem Lake, This provision of major trunk interceptors has made. larger seale development possible in the areas between-66 Cities of White Bear Lake and Forest. Lake. f The City of Vadnais Heights has located its. city hall, fire department and several offce complexes. just to the west of the City of Gem Lake, which has. created a: city center feeling to the area. This has also led to the building of two nearby hotels at -the -intersection of County Road E and 35-E. City of Gem Lake Comprehmsive plan i haca 3-7 Table 3 — Existing and Projected Population, Households, and Employment in Gem Lake 1960 1970 1990 2000 2010 2020 2030 % Change 2000- 2030 Population 305 216 439 1419 497 575 652 56% Households 78 54 140 139 174 210 245 76% Employment --- 250 320 548 720 840 870 59% Employment/Population --- 1.16 0.73 1.31 1.64 1.87 1.78 --- Ratio Land Development in Gem Lake and Vicinity Residential Development Gem Lake residents are overwhelmingly housed in single- family owner -occupied homes (79 percent of dwelling units; see table 4). The adjoining communities range from 69 to 86 percent single-family owner -occupied homes. Housing values are very similar in Gem Lake and White Bear Township ($158,400 to $159,600). The remaining two communities are lower, at $130,400 and $143,800. Table 4 — Selected Characteristics of Housing for Gem Lake and Contiguous Governmental Units — 2000 Govt. Housing Single- % Single Median Unit Units family family Value owner owner occupied occupied Gem 143 113 79% $159,600 Lake Vadnais 5,128 3,548 69% $143,800 Heights White 9,855 6,864 70% $130,400 Bear Lake White 4,051 3,491 86% $158,400 Bear Twn. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 3-8 Commercial Development There are several areas of commercial development in and around Gem Lake. The Maplewood Mall has significant development, as does Downtown White Bear Lake, Vadnais Heights, and the Rosedale Center. There is limited commercial development in the "Hoffman Corner's" area of Gem Lake. There are also many auto dealerships in this area. Office and Other Employment Concentrations There is a limited amount of office development in the immediate vicinity of Gem Lake. These are small concentrations in Vadnais Heights and in the downtown areas of White Bear Lake and North St. Paul. The largest concentrations of office space near Gem Lake are in the central business district of St. Paul, the Midway District of St. Paul, and in Roseville, near the intersection of Snelling and Highway 36. Industrial Development There are no concentrations of industrial development within Gem Lake. However, within a five -mile radius of the City, there are some concentrations in Little Canada, Maplewood, North St. Paul, and Vadnais Heights. Most significantly, the abutting governmental units of Vadnais Heights and White Bear (Town) have planned extensive amounts of industrial land adjacent to Gem Lake. The White Bear Township plans industrial development abutting Gem Lake's northern boundary; Vadnais Heights plans industrial development beginning a few hundred feet south of Gem Lake's southern boundary. Public Open Space and Recreational Areas There are no publicly owned open spaces or recreational areas within the City of Gem Lake at this time. There is a commercial golf course located in the northeastern portion of the City that is expected to remain a golf course for the purpose of this planning timeframe. Within the surrounding area, substantial amounts of open space or recreational areas exist, including the Tamarack Nature Center and the Bald Eagle -Otter Lake Regional Park, enormous parks located approximately one mile north City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Ran race _�-c of Gem Lake in White Bear Township. Approximately two miles to the west are substantial forest preserve lands owned by the City of St. Paul Water Utility and being developed by Vadnais Heights as parkland. In addition, one mile to the southeast of Gem Lake is a large community park, the Lakewood Hills Park, located within the City of White Bear. Extensive walking/biking trails exist in the immediate area. For instance, there is a trail that can be entered on Centerville Road in Vadnais Heights, which is located near Gem Lake's western border, and a shorter trail located along County Rd E near Gem Lake's southern border, also in Vadnais Heights. Comprehensive Plan and Development Characteristics in Contiguous Municipalities Due to the small size of Gem Lake, it is very important that the community monitor and closely coordinate its development with the contiguous governmental units on its boundaries. White Bear Lake and Vadnais Heights are the most developed of these. Both cities exhibit a generally diversified development pattern. That portion of White Bear Lake closest to Gem Lake is planned principally for commercial development. The Vadnais Heights plan (based on the zoning map) calls for commercial development along all but a small portion of the entire south and western portion of the City of Gem Lake. White Bear Township is expanding an industrial district on the northern border of Gem Lake. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan page 3-10 4.0 Plan Assumptions, Goals, and Issues While an assessment ofthe current and projected characteristics of Gem Lake is important, there is also a need to examine the assumptions, goals and issues upon which this plan is based. Gem Lake's:plan. assumptions section explains the geographic. and economic context in which the plan was written. The City's goals section provides the framework for..policy proposals. Finally, the. issues .soction of this chapter presents. the unique challenges Genf Lake faces in bringing this. plan to reality. Plan Assumptions A. * It*is assumes that the economy of the Minneapolis -St. Paul metropolitan area will remain healthy and that sub -regional population projections, as established by the. -Metropolitan Council, will be reasonably accurate. B. -it .is assumed that the comprehensive -development plans and physical development -ordinances of the contiguous local units of governmentwill remain essentially as:Ibey are today. C. It is assumed_thatadditional shopping.and employmeart opportunities vii thii municipalities located within a five -mile radius of Gem Lake.,will become available.111 reasonableproportion-topopulation increases. D. It is assumed that the major open space acquisition and development plan will be comlileted.as proposed 'by .Rwwey County and the Metro Council.. E. It is assumed that facilities (such as roads, sanitary sewer and water) presently estimated by the Gem Lake City. Engineer and/or projected will be adequate for the projected population. Community Goals The following goals are established as*the principal guidelines for the physical development of Gem Lake. All ppjioies,.as presented .in later chapters of this plan document,. should be e6hsidered suppleinentaf to. these basic.goaIs: A. The -residents of Gem Lake desire to preserve and maintain a "small town' environment in a natural: setting. Such an environmimtAould promote an City of Gem Lake Comprphens ve Plan aac;e 4-1 .atmosphere: of quiet, relaxed living, with maximum regard: to maintaining openness - of the :physical environment as well as.preser g trees, water areas, grass lands, and. wetlands, B. The residents of Gem Lake wish to control the individual tax load of their pioperty. The City Council has suggested that this be done by guiding the development of additional. residential: and commerciallbusiness. structures and facilities constructed in the city, so as. to increase the overall .tax base. C. The residents of Oem Lake desire to create and maititaiin*a high quality man-made environment. Good design, Qorvbined with a common sense approach to aesthetics,. will be valued All new residential and commercial development -and auxiliary structures and signs should be developed .to high standards of:design, beauty. and efficiency. Furthermore, all existing .structures and auxiliary buildings and landswillbe, maintained to high standards to enhance -the quitIity-of the life in Gem Lake. D. The residents of Gem Lake wish to make plansfor-a commerciaMusiness area n-the city in the County. Rd ElHwy 61 intersection area to provide,a 4`downtown" area of the city. An approximate. residential and commercial mix of 50150 is: envisioned for this area. E. The residents of Gem.Lake desire to have.a low -profile government that provides only essential* publjc*servic;es necessary for theirbealth, safety, and welfare: It is a Autheugoal. that these public services should be obtained on along -term contractual basis with surrounding municipalities. it is hoped that these types of arrangements will help keep per capita expenses ;low for both the residents of Gem Lake and surrounding communities. F. The residents of Gem Lake desire to -eooperdte with adjacent communities to achioVea compatibleland developmentand ,publie sere i.ce patterns. Recognizing the 9i;hW size of Gem. Lake in relation.tg the substantial urbanizing pattern in the vicinity;. the City will place eonsiderable.importance. on cooperation. -Gem Lake will work with other local urd& Of government in encouraging the compatible City of Gem Lake camnrenersiie Ftar. , :age 4 development of this sub -region of the metropolitan area. Principal Issues Gem Lake, like every public community, faces significant issues that need to be considered as it develops. The issues listed below are the most critical and, as such, establish a focus for many of the plan proposals. The succeeding chapters of this document address these issues in more detail and demonstrate how they could affect plan performance if not dealt with properly. Density of Residential Development Residential development density has been discussed in great length in Gem Lake. The consensus of opinion calls for low overall density in the center of the City, which includes areas surrounding the water body called Gem Lake. This area currently includes large estate type and executive housing development. This plan will make provision for higher densities on the periphery of Gem Lake in mixed use areas. An approximate residential/commercial mix of 50/50 would be sought. The goal of this plan is to have new residential development in the mixed use planning area that averages at least three units per acre, to conform to Metropolitan Council guidelines for land use. It is also important to note that mixed use areas directly adjacent to existing low density development will be planned to fit in harmoniously with these neighborhoods. An example would be to provide single-family low -density homes as a buffer between the existing low -density areas and planned mixed -use areas. Commercial Expansion and Improvements — Mixed Use Redevelopment of the entire business area called `Hoffrnan's Corner" as a master planned mixed use development is desired. This redevelopment should be done in conjunction with similar plans for adjacent areas that are in City of Vadnais Heights. This includes Vadnais Heights land parcels that are next to Hoffinan Comers on the same side of the street and on the opposite corner of the County Road E / Highway 61 intersection. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 4-3 Development of the open parcels of land on County Road E (entirely in Gem Lake) also should be mixed use as specified above. An up -grading of the existing structures in the commercial area along the east side of Scheuneman Road between County Road E and Highway 61 would also be encouraged. Quality of New Construction and Maintenance of the Existing Man -Made Environment Consistent with the goal of having a high quality and aesthetic man-made environment, the City of Gem Lake intends to vigorously ensure that all development within the community is based on high standards spelled out in implementation controls and procedures. The City further intends to ensure high quality maintenance of existing man- made structures (e.g., facades, signage, etc.) by vigorous enforcement of regulatory controls. These controls include, but are not limited to, subdivision, zoning, housing, building code, sign, landscaping and tree preservation regulations. It is anticipated that these measures may be resisted by some land developers, community residents, and the business community. These resistances must be met, however, so that a high quality environment can be maintained for all residents. Provisions for Public Utilities A. Sanitary Sewer- Sanitary sewer is being installed in the neighborhoods of the City of Gem Lake as requested by the residents of a designated area and as piping and facilities allow. The City of Gem Lake has a city sanitary sewer system presently serving 85 property owners. (The breakdown includes 35 business and 50 residential customers.) These services are being installed in accordance with the sewer plan of the city and its relevant ordinances. Sanitary sewer is being installed to help promote the desirability of the residents to maintain a high quality environment. In the areas of the city were sanitary sewer is not currently available, measures are being taken to ensure high quality individual on -site facilities are installed and regularly inspected. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 4-4 B. Water —Public water system piping and locations where water might be obtained from adjacent communities with public water systems are identified in the water plan. It is the intention of the City that public water should be installed in all commercial and retail business areas as soon as possible. Water mains will be proposed and should be constructed as the roads in the city are up -graded. Hydrants for fire fighting should be installed as part of each neighborhood expansion. C. Storm Sewer — Storm sewers are not currently used in the City of Gem Lake except in recent housing developments. All of the city streets presently have a "rural road profile" which allows for ditches on each side to handle storm water. Storm sewer systems will be needed in the commercial and retail business districts of the city as they develop. Storm sewer water should be pre-treated as close a possible to the source. Engineered storm water systems will need to be installed in all commercial and residential areas as they are developed or re -developed. Storm water routed to the water body called Gem Lake needs to be pre-treated and limited in quantity as Gem Lake does not have an outlet and large quantities of storm water routed to this water body might cause flooding of land areas close to the lake. Service Agreements with Cooperating Governmental Units Cooperative service agreement with other municipalities is a cost effective and efficient arrangement for smaller cities. Gem Lake will work to secure long-term service packages, with these factors in mind. Currently the City of Gem Lake cooperates with White Bear Township for City Administration services. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 4-5 Public or Semi -Public Open Space and Recreational Areas There are no publicly held open and recreational spaces within Gem Lake at this time. The only recreational facility within the City is a private golf course. It is the desire of the City to have the golf course property remain recreational in nature. Although there are recreational facilities in adjacent communities and in nearby regional recreational facilities, there may be a need in the future for small neighborhood "parks" within Gem Lake. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 4-6 5.0 Land Use Goals ikAd PQHP!es Background Gem Lake's Land Use Plan is a general. guide to physical growth and development in the, City. Included in this section are policies for the appropriate timing: and location of development,. as .well as sfratekies for protecting the environment as the development: bccuit.. This Plan will be used by the City to help evaluate -the. viability of various public investments. Private development. proposals will also be considered in light. of .the overall goals of thiaplan. Therefore; it should be regarded as a: general guide to the legal regulation of land development that is controlled by the City of Gem Lake Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map, under the powers granted to the City bythe. State of Minnesota. Descriptions and maps that generally illustrate the location offuture land use. classifications within the City of Gem Lake nre covered in this chapter: The.boundaries of'the use districts, as shown in -the various.iltustrations, are,approxiinate, and:subjeet to :interpretation and adjustment; as necessary, to conform to actual field conditions. The Met Council has designated Gem Lake as. a "developed cotnniunity" in the "System Statement" which was used as a guideline for this Plan, This designation .ia based *on* Gem Lake's location within the:region,. forecasted growth availability of infrastructure and existing land uses. Thepolicies and information contained in this land use Chapter' are based on policies and requirements for "developed communities in theuse Council 2030 Regional:Framework. Plan. Policies.*abd Qbjeciives Ch9pter46Z.ofMinne$ota Statutes, Municipal Planning and Development,. autkorizes cities to prepare and implement a comprehensive plan. This statute enables n municipality to carry on comprehensive municipal planning activities to guide the future development and improvement of the municipality. It further enable§ the City to prepare, adopt, and amend a comprehensive municipal plan and implement such plan by ordinance and other official actions. In :addition to Chapter 462, the Metropolitan Land Use Planning Act, Chapter 473, requires local units of government in the metropolitan .area to either adopt or update their comprehensive plans to make them consistent with certain standards and -policies as established by the Met. Council. The intent ofthis state statute is to control and guide urban development in the metropoh#an. area. Gem Lake's 2008 Compreliensive Plan Update. is written in response.^to-the Met Council':s "System Statement' for the City, *and takes into account: new growth projections and.pblcies published in the 230 Regional Development Framework. This. plan also. OrgAdes updates in policies of.other Mate and regional plans. CRYOT'.0 OM lake COFF_i t ;�henc_ .• = Pay 1 gage j-i Existing Pattern of Land Use in the City of Gem Lake Understanding present development in the City of Gem Lake is the key to creating an appropriate future pattern of land use. The Figure 1 - Existing Land Use Map (2008) illustrates the generalized pattern existing as of January 2008. Current land use within the City of Gem Lake represents historical patterns that have occurred since the City was formed in 1959. Commercial/Business Land Use The existing commercial/business land uses in the City of Gem Lake are concentrated in and around the Highway 61/County Road E intersection. This includes two large car dealerships, other auto/motorcycle oriented businesses and a marine sales retailer. A small neighborhood bar, a coffee shop and a retail floral establishment also exist in this area. There are approximately 43 acres in this category. Single Family Residential Land Use Existing single family residential land makes up -the largest portion of the city and ranges from: 1) a 45 acre horse ranch located along Goose Lake Road, 2) many single family estates around the water body called Gem Lake, 3) a large number of executive size houses on 2 to 3 acre lots in the Little Fox Lane, Big Fox Road and the Hillary Farm Lane areas, 4) many single family homes on % to one acre lots along Scheuneman and Goose Lake Roads, and, 5) some single family homes on 1/4 to 1/2 acre lots in the northeast corner of the City. There are approximately 486 acres in this category. Institutional Land Use The White Bear Montessori School is located at the southwestern corner of the City and comprises the only public land use at this time. A Gem Lake City Hall is available to the residents of the City in the northeast corner of the City and is part of a joint project by White Bear Township and the City of Gem Lake. The City Hall is sited on a lot in White Bear Township that is directly on the White Bear Township/Gem Lake City Limits, and, as such, it is not identified on the following City of Gem Lake map. There are approximately 3 acres in this category. Park, Recreational or Preservation Land Use The recreational land use is comprised of the Gem Lake Hills Golf Course in the northern portion of the City, which is privately owned and operated. The golf course land is designated in existing land use plans as low -density residential, though re -development has never been sought. The City of Gem Lake currently owns no property for park, recreational or preservation areas. There are approximately 63 acres in this category. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 5-2 Agricultural Land A portion of the approximately 17 acre parcel on County Rd E is currently used for macro -agriculture, though zoned for office or low density business development. Undeveloped Land The term undeveloped land refers to those parcels that currently have no structures on them. The map on the following page illustrates the existing land use in Gem Lake. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 5-3 City of Gem Lake Existing Land Use Map (2008) 0 o r f, 88 � 8$ ogao 8 g . ' w° �ob .t p•e °moo �p dM1•1'� o D O •o ;.� � D c• . 0 0 Bo ? L n a .a •o c •n D.. o a,, o ° c ° • o Q 4 ° e O •p o D � � 'oa ,o • v p"�O• LEGEND Existing Land Use _ Commercial _ Public; Institutional _ Recreational Single Family Residential Undeveloped a ME e July 2008 A SEH Source: Gem Lake, Raney County GIS. Mru007, and SEH Inc. Future City of Gem Lake Land Use thru the year 2030 In order to guide use in subsequent decades, the City of Gem Lake has prepared a future land use plan. The plan brings together goals, policies and recommendations for future land use, and is intended to assist with decision making on a going -forward basis. Acreages for future land uses within Gem Lake are identified in Table 2-1. Although Gem Lake covers a total of 725 acres, only 653.6 is reflected in the table below. The difference is acreage is consumed by roadways. Table 2-1 Future Land Use Acreage Breakdnwn Land Use CategoEy Acres Single Family Residential 128.3 Single Family Executive 213.4 Single Family Estate 148.1 Gateway & Village Center Use (Mixed use 91.7 Open Space 6.2 Recreational Open Space 63.0 Public/Institutional 2.9 TOTAL winrtr. 653.6 ua,aucc ' '" tout rta acres inat maKe up the City of Gem Lake are used for roads or occupied by the surface of Gem Lake and other water bodies and wetlands in the city. Future Land Use Classifications Residential development will remain the primary land use with the City of Gem Lake. The land for residential development is broken down into 3 main catagories: Single Family Estate This planning area within the City of Gem Lake encompasses most of the interior residential land area in the City, located around the water body called Gem Lake. The minimum lot size in this planning area is 3 acres, but most of the existing "estates" are located on land parcels much larger than 3 acres. All but one of the parcels mapped as "Estate" are built upon and are not expected to subdivide or develop within the planning period. This plan transfers land from the least dense land category to classification that allow denser develop. However, it is important to note that this plan does not project or assume any change in the existing pattern of development on these properties. Single Family Executive Roughly 33 percent of the total land area of the City is comprised of "Single Family Executive" land uses. "Single Family Executive" land uses are found primarily in the City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan i page 5-5 southwest and north central portions of the City. There are approximately 76 acres in this classification which the City projects will be built out within this planning period. This includes an area of about 60 acres remaining in the recently platted development called "Hillary Farm" in the eastern half of the City. Additional new residential structures, within this land use classification may be constructed in the range of 3500 to 10,000 square feet of finished space, similar to the existing structures now in this district. Density in this area is 2 to 3 acres per residential unit, though the available land and services in the areas projected for development may allow for clustering or other planning tools to provide different kinds of housing in the area without affecting the values of adjacent properties. Single Family Residential The last residential category is "Single Family Residential," and is primarily found along the edges of the city, particularly on the east/northeast side and the northwestern portion of the City. This district is fully developed with single family homes and this plan does not project or assume any gains in housing units from this planning area. It is expected that any new residential construction or redevelopment in this district would continue to be built at a density of 1 to 3 residential units per acre to maintain the visual feel of the area and the value of the existing homes. Gem Lake Gateway and Village Center Special Planning District (Mixed Use) This area is located at and near to the intersection of County Road E and Highway 61 where major transportation nodes and high sewer capacity are available. Roughly 13 percent of the total land in the City is found in this District. It will be guided for mixed use development, at an approximate 50/50 mix of residential and commercial/business uses. The actual percentages may vary dependent upon the project. Subsequent development that is planned for "Mixed Use" under the Future Land Use Map (Figure 2) will be developed in a tiered fashion, to minimize the visual feel of the existing single family neighborhoods and preserve the value of existing homes. The Gem Lake "Gateway and Village Centers Vision Corridor Master Plan" document provides more specific details on how this could be accomplished. The Master Plan graphics are found on upcoming pages. Open Space The City has a small amount of land that could potentially be classified as future "Open Space." This area comprises less than 1% of the total acreage of the city. It is located adjacent to Highway 61 and consists of passive open space. The land is comprised mainly of wetlands and other small water features that could support a hiking or biking trail along Highway 61. The City of Gem Lake projects that it will acquire the property through direct purchase or by developer dedication during this planning period. Recreational Open Space Approximately 60 acres of residentially zoned land is identified as recreational open space within the City of Gem Lake. This area is currently used as a private golf course and is located in the northern portion of the City. The course is abutted by "Single Family City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 5-6 Estate," "Single Family Executive" and "Single Family Residential" land uses. By all accounts, the course is economically viable and is not projected to develop as a different use during this planning period. The City of Gem Lake desires that this golf course /recreational space use continue in the future. Based on past zoning practices, the owner's wishes, and the City's likely inability to purchase the golf course property at any point in this planning period, the golf course will continue as a conditional use within residential zones, likely a mix of "Single Family Executive" and "Single Family Residential," based on its location in the city. Public/Quasi Public Land Use The White Bear Montessori School is located at the southwestern comer of the City and comprises the only public land use at this time. No expansion of this area is expected. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan i page 5-7 City of Gem Lake Future Land Use Map LEGEND Proposed Land Use _ Nhxed Use Open Space _ Public l Institutional _ Recreational Open Space Single Family Estate Single Family Executive Single Family Residential e wa a July 2008 a A SEH Source: Gem Lake, Ramsey County GIS. MNDOT, and SEH Inc. Land Available For Development The land available for likely development by 2030 is reflected in Table 2.2 below. All of the land covered by this table to develop for residential use is comprised of the "Gateway and Village Center Vision Corridor" and the remaining fully sub -divided, but as of yet un-built, areas within the "Single Family Executive" planning area shown on the future land use map. Some of the land in this mixed use area is already developed, necessitating redevelopment at a date that has yet to be determined. Between the two projected areas of housing development, Gem Lake well exceeds the population and housing stock growth projected in the Metro Council's System Statement for the City. The plan also affords ample opportunities to exceed the affordable housing allocations, particularly in the mixed use development area, which is oriented towards the proposed transit nodes at Highway 61 and County Road E. Table 2.2 Residential Land Availability - Acreage and Population Projections for anticipated growth areas (2007-2030) Land Use Acres Units Total Persons/Unit Forecasted Category Per Housing Population Acre Units Single 76 1 /3.. 25 2.2 55 Family Executive Special 91.7* 3 137 2.2 301 Planning District TOTAL l22 162 356 For planning purposes only half of the developable land in the mixed -use area is planned for residential development. The other half is planned for commercial development. Development Staging Gem Lake is classified as a "developed community" in the 2030 Regional Development Framework. According to the Met Council, Gem Lake should focus on protecting natural resources, ensuring sufficient public infrastructure, and developing transition strategies to increase density and encourage infill development. It is important to note that the Gem Lake "Gateway and Village Centers Vision Corridor" Plan addresses all these goals. It will also increase the chances of connecting housing with shopping and employment activities in a thoughtful and well planned manner. The Regional Development Framework from the Met Council discusses the City's role in implementing specific strategies developed communities may utilize to reach long-term development objectives. These strategies include: • Accommodating growth forecasts through reinvestment at appropriate densities; City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Pian 1 page 5-9 • Approving and permitting reinvestment projects that increase density and make cost effective use of infrastructure; • Adopting ordinances that accommodate growth and use land and infrastructure efficiently; • Supporting the conversion or reuse of under utilized lands in order to accommodate growth forecasts; • Ensuring efficient utilization of existing infrastructure investments to meet community needs; • Planning for infill development, redevelopment, and adaptive reuse of structures to diversify housing, connect housing and jobs, and integrate new development into existing neighborhoods; • Encouraging preservation of existing neighborhoods and expansion of housing choices within the city; and • Adopting ordinances to increase life -cycle and affordable housing in mixed use areas. The table (Table 2-3) on the following page indicates projected development by category and estimated land demand needed for implementation. This information is broken into 5 year increments from 2010 to 2030. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 5-10 N ?C Q M C6 N C7 0 r UJ N N [y l� C3 O to, N N 0:: d Q C7 06 M N [D LID r N ct �. coM co CC7 N r N r ey Q Q Q �r ... CV (D LD r � M CO rp O O o0 N M f� LO :. Cb N (Q. � .. V) r N r to CO Q r- Q co CO N .CC (D co r CV CD Cfl .. (D 't N r 'ZI: M C(] CO CO 00 N C7 0 Lq 00 . CA Cr] C*? Lo CQ .. co LO N r r r In 0N Q .cr) CV Cp CA r N co f� r � M CD C CO N CO N L-0 r 'o LO 6 Q co N (q (h U-) CO (A '0 LO N CV It, N Q M N (D (D r N CD �t N r 'cr M co Lq Cfl Li) f� LO f- LJO 00 Q M N (D .:. (D N r r x- t p- CV 0 M N (D 0 r r (D c h Ln m 0) 00 N :.. in IN co r- (Q (D N N Q r .Q e- :. st Q N CO' 0 r Q CO r i- 4) 7 O U o m m N a)x E /rt� =3 ./L_ 70; y, W. 'a=' C C a] i4 �rzLz cv m ca Li�� (n _ L) a) O (h o (r, Q) Q) (D -p 'D 10 E N "C3 ..,. - 7 m� 3 6; JC3 E CD a. C � cn in sn �x ns -O r 0 Land Use Development Constraints With the many natural resources in Gem Lake, there are also associated development constraints. The City of Gem Lake is a significant natural resource area, including a lake, wetlands and hardwood forests. Care needs to be exercised in the design and construction of any new development in the City. Sensitive areas should be protected as open space. Master planning, cluster development and similar land use concepts should be utilized to minimize impacts on natural resources and maximize efficiency of services. Aggregate Resources Demand for aggregate resources continues to grow in the metropolitan area. As local resources become depleted, aggregate needed for urban development will have to be imported from outside the seven -county metropolitan area. The City will permit gravel mining operations where appropriate and consistent with the City's zoning ordinance. It is important to note that the City of Gem Lake doesn't have any aggregate resources and doesn't anticipate any in the future. Solar Access Protection Since 1978, the Metropolitan Land Planning Act has required communities to include verbiage in their plans to protect access to direct sunlight for solar energy systems. The purpose of this provision is to protect solar collectors from shading by adjacent structures and/or landscaping. The City of Gem Lake recognizes the value of solar access protection and energy conservation in general; however, the community is experiencing limited new construction in its urbanized area. In addition, while a considerable amount of new development will occur throughout the City in the future, the application of this provision will be difficult within the context of an established land use patterns and natural topography. For this reason, the City will look beyond solar accessibility alone and will address the conservation of energy in general, through its comprehensive planning efforts. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 5-12 Land Use Goals and Policies General Land Use Goals A. Protect and enhance the natural enviromnent in the City of Gem Lake. B. Insure that all development and re -development contributes to a clear, orderly and harmonious pattern of design, guided by professional planners, engineers and designers. C. Preserve the large estate and executive lots in the interior of the city and surround them with compatible smaller lot residential, open space, recreational and business/commercial uses. These uses will connect housing with shopping and employment opportunities wherever feasible. D. Provide a safe, healthy and attractive residential environment, which offers a broad choice of housing opportunities. E. Provide buffers using berms, trees and other natural resources to insulate the residential areas of the city from noise, light pollution, and traffic. F. Guide the development of an attractive special planning area around Hoffinan's Comer at Highway 61 and on County Road E for a mix of business, commercial, retail, open space and residential uses. General Land Use Policies A. At the community's ultimate development stage, the dominant share of total land within the City of Gem Lake should be residential property. B. The City has provided detail in its zoning ordinances and subdivision ordinance on both cluster development and similar land use devices, in order to insure open space retention, reduce development costs and efficient provision of utilities. Incentives, such as density bonuses, are provided for well designed developments. C. It is the policy of the City of Gem Lake that substantial high density residential housing shall be constructed as part of the re -development of the Hoffman's Corner area. D. It is the policy of the City of Gem Lake to discourage all industrial land uses. Extensive industrial development can be easily found in other nearby portions of the metropolitan area. City of Gem Lake Comprehens.ve Plan I page 5-13 E. It is the policy of the City of Gem Lake to review proposed institutional developments on a case -by -case basis. It is possible that this development could be permitted within other zoning areas in the city, if compatible with its overall land use goals. F. It is the policy of the City of Gem Lake that it will support the viability of the present golf course in the City as recreational and open space, and to try to acquire additional public open space for passive viewing of other attractive areas. G. It is acknowledged that the character and natural environment of the City of Gem Lake depends on the continuance of natural vegetation within and along its borders. The City will encourage the continued planting of new and the preservation of existing trees to sustain and improve the natural beauty of the community. H. Aesthetic considerations for new and existing construction should be addressed through better performance standards in the zoning ordinance and other ordinances. Controls addressing signage, lighting, appearance, landscaping and vegetative screening, among other items, will be defined in the City's zoning ordinances. The natural character of the City of Gem Lake, as well as general quality of life found here, is very important to residents. At the same time, the controls should not be so restrictive that they stifle the creativity and individuality of planners and designers, or place an unreasonable financial burden on the property owner. Perimeter landscaping and screening of parking lots, loading areas, outdoor storage and building mechanical units will be regarded as important components of development. However, minimizing light and noise pollution will be important considerations. I. It is important that the development of property which borders other communities be done in coordination with these communities. There is now a need for dialog and coordination of plans with the City of White Bear Lake, White Bear Township and the City of Vadnais Heights. J. Discussion with adjoining communities to facilitate cooperation and sharing of existing public utilities, such as water and sanitary sewer, should be initiated. Extensions of such utilities from adjacent communities will likely provide the most cost effective method of delivering these utilities to the City of Gem Lake. Each of these adjacent community's services could be used in selected portions of the City. Potential joint power agreements with the City of White Bear Lake, White Bear Township and the City of Vadnais Heights may result from the initiation of discussion by Gem Lake. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 5-14 K. The review of conditional or interim use permits or re -zonings of particular areas of the City must take into account impacts on adjacent uses, air and water quality, traffic generation, public safety and health, aesthetics and economic effects. L. Wildlife and natural vegetation in the City adds to the quality of life in Gem Lake. The wildlife and natural vegetation should be preserved and protected from over -development. M. Additional protection to wetland areas and the water body called Gem Lake is needed. The requirements for soil erosion and storm water controls are already included in the City's zoning ordinance. Additional protective measures should be placed on storm water that enters the Gem Lake water body, which has no outlet. Both pre-treatment and rate controls will be needed to keep the Gem Lake water body clean, and to prevent it from overflowing. City Planning Area Policies Beyond Gem Lake's general land development policies, an additional set of policies has been established to more clearly delineate the type of development which is to be encouraged within the various "Planning Areas." (See the Figure 2 for details of these areas) The policies listed below are preceded by a brief description of existing conditions in each planning area. Gem Lake Gateway and Village Center Special Planning Area (Mixed use) The Gateway and Village Center planning areas in the City of Gem Lake are broken up into five specific land areas, defined as follows: 1. The southeast corner of Highway 61 & County Road E (Hoffman's Corner) 2. The northeast corner of Highway 61 & County Road E 3. The northwest corner of Highway 61 & County Road E 4. A 17-Acre Parcel on County Road E (East County Rd E parcel) 5. An 18-Acre Parcel on County Road E (West County Rd E Parcel) The "Gem Lake Gateway and Village Center Special Planning Area" defines areas where commercial, business, retail, office and residential uses could be constructed in combination with each other. This would connect housing with nearby opportunities for shopping, working and social interaction. Subsequent graphics and text sections provide details on how these various uses could be successfully meshed within a mixed use district. The following figures are only examples of possible layouts of the Mixed Use Gem Lake Gateway and Village Center Special Planning area. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 5-15 a t z ' la yf a�m TI General Gateway and Village Center Planning Area Details (Mixed Use) The five Gateway and Village Center planning areas listed on page 5-15 are shown on the figures on the preceding pages. The colored areas on the first drawing indicate the suggested land uses (subzones) in each of these planning areas. These subzones are designed to express a range of mixed uses including residential, small-scale commercial, ground floor retail with offices and residential/rental above, with residential building densities, transitioning from rural to urban conditions. The subzones provide for allocation of building types, open space standards and design guidelines. These subzones are intended to accommodate a diverse mixture of building types and uses, housing choices and land use. The particular mix encouraged in each subzone is based on the relative position of that subzone within the Gateway and Village Center planning area. The second drawing shows how structures might be placed in the areas in the Gateway and Village Center mixed use area. The subzones identified in the first figure are defined as follows: Neighborhood Edge- This subzone is intended primarily for lower density residential development, and to act as a transition between new construction and existing single- family detached structures on adjacent lands. This subzone will accommodate single- family dwellings on larger lots, or more compact homes (sometimes called "villas"). These villas could be placed either on larger lots or on compact lots with enhanced buffers, shared with ancillary buildings and served from a front or side driveway. Neighborhood General — This subzone is intended to accommodate single family structures on compact lots or multi -family structures that look like individual large homes. Garages will be served from an alley, or if from the street, to a turned garage mass. Attached row houses, providing common side walls and vehicular access from an alley or rear parking area, are also suggested. Neighborhood Mixed -Use — This subzone is intended to establish a neighborhood focus that is distinguished by civic buildings, small-scale commercial/business/office and mixed use buildings, together with other residential buildings at higher densities than exist in the "Neighborhood General" zone. This subzone will accommodate a variety of activities and services within easy walking distance from homes, supporting daily convenience shopping and personal service needs, and also providing opportunities for public gathering and social contact. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 5-18 Neighborhood Center — This subzone is intended for the most urban conditions within all of the shown mixed use areas. The mixture of land uses emphasizes ground -floor retail with offices and residential/rental above (as market acceptance matures), and structures providing commercial space for medium and large —sized retailers. Street frontages throughout this subzone should be pedestrian -oriented, and defined by building facades at the back of the sidewalk. Off- street parking is best provided in structures or located between large retailers and perimeter arterials (Highway 61 and County Road E). On -street parking could also be included as a component of the total parking program. PLEASE NOTE: Any long-range plan must be flexible enough to respond to changing market conditions. Therefore, this plan recognizes that designations for all zones, except the Neighborhood Edge, may shift up or down one level to accommodate community needs. Each of the above five listed mixed use planning areas (listed on Page 15-5) must be developed using a "Master Plan" and, as appropriate, using the PUD process and conditional use permits. The planning areas may be developed in stages, but must be guided by the master plan as each stage occurs. It is important that the developers of adjacent planning areas work together to provide continuity of design, utilities, roadways and uses. The following general guidelines should be followed for the entire Gateway and Village Center planning area: A. Each of these five planning areas is to be a master planned development/re-development area of retail/service type businesses/offices, possibly including an integrated community of mixed use residences. The residences should be utilized for senior or other type of housing that would be compatible with, and use the services provided by, the shopping/retail service/office center. B. Co-operation with the City of Vadnais Heights on directly adjacent parcels located to the south of the first planning area will be necessary. These adjacent parcels would provide part of a logical access point into this development. They are adjacent to Willow Lake Road. This re -aligned access point could then allow for roads to proceed north thru the development area to connect and line up with Scheuncman Road at County Road E in the City of Gem Lake. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 5-19 C. The present Tousley Ford dealership could be evaluated as a "large -box" retail structure for the mixed use land parcel Number 3 in the "Gateway and Village Center Vision Corridor." There may be future opportunities to provide road extensions from the adjacent parcel, that would then allow access to other building opportunities in the rear (north) of the current Tousley Ford store. D. Pedestrian and bicycle friendly paths should be planned in the mixed land use parcels. This would provide shopping and social opportunities for residents living in adjacent parcels. E. Municipal water and an upgraded sanitary sewer system needs to be installed in all of these mixed use planning areas. All businesses/offices/multiple use residences in these planning areas should have fire protection sprinklers. F. Cohesive signage design will be required as part of the initial site plan. All signs in this mixed use planning area should be similar in design and consistent in appearance. G. Adequate "green areas" need to be provided in this planning area to increase the pedestrian -friendly nature of the Gateway area. H. An engineered storm water system needs to be designed to gather storm water from each of these planning areas. Adjacent areas may need to work together to provide a conveyance system. I. The existing "border trees" along County Road E, and also along the railroad tracks on the eastern City limits should remain in place, if possible, or be replaced with new trees and berms. This would insulate each planning area from the noise and traffic coming from County Road E and adjacent industrial areas in Vadnais Heights. J. The overall planned density of residential use in the Gateway and Village Center zone should average at least one residence per 1/3 acre. If senior housing can be staged in these areas, much higher densities may be possible. Residential Planning Areas The residential areas in the City of Gem Lake are defined as follows: 1. "Single Family Estate" 2. "Single Family Executive" 3. "Single Family Residential" City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 5-20 Details on these residential areas are provided in the following sections. Single Family Estate Planning Area This planning area comprises the residential use lots, all greater than 5 acres in size, existing in the center of the City of Gem Lake. This land is generally gathered around the north, west and south of the water body called Gem Lake. Some undeveloped lots of this size also exist in various other areas in the center of the City. Most of these areas are blessed with a wooded, rolling and varied topography. Access to these lots is via Goose Lake Road, and a private road off of County Road E. In response to these existing conditions, the following specific policies for this planning area are as follows: A. The continuation of moderately low density residential development (at least 2+ acres in size) continues to be encouraged in this planning area. It is possible to have some I acre development in the future along the perimeter throughfares to provide diversity of housing. B. Principal and accessory buildings shall be located in the "Single Family Estate" area so to allow for possible future subdivision to "Executive" or "Single Family Residential" lots. C. In order to maximize the efficiency of municipal water and sanitary sewer service delivery, master planning, clustering or similar land use concepts must be used when sub -dividing "Single Family Estate" land to maximize benefits from community resources. D. Engineered storm water collection/settling areas and discharge rate controls must be added before storm water is allowed to leave this area. E. If sanitary sewer is not available, estate lots must be of a large enough buildable size to support a well and an ISTS system, as well as space for a complete backup ISTS system. F. ISTS systems are not allowed within 150 feet of the shorelines of the water body called Gem Lake, and its attendant wetlands. G. Municipal sanitary sewer should be considered for all homes in this planning area, as feasible. H. Municipal water should be extended into these areas, as feasible. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 5-21 I. Shoreline protection for the water body called Gem Lake, and its attendant wetlands, must be strictly enforced. J. Housing maintenance rules shall be strictly followed to keep existing estate homes is good repair. Single Family Executive Planning Area This planning area comprises the following parts of the City: 1. The housing development bordered by County Road E and Labore Road, and served by City maintained Big Fox Road and Little Fox Lane; 2. The area called "Hunters Run," served by the private road called Hunters Run Road and the private road running north from County Road E, which is owned by the South Road Owners Association; 3. Lots north of County Road E, and served by the private road owned by the South Road Owners Association; and 4. Homes in the development called "Hillary Farm," located just west of Scheuneman Road, and served by the private road called Hillary Farm Lane. Some of these areas have lots that are larger than 2 to 3 acres in size but contain moderate cost single family homes. In response to these existing conditions, the following specific policies for this planning area have been established: A. The continuation of moderately low density residential development (at least 2+ acres in size) continues to be encouraged in this planning area. B. If further lots are added in this area, master planning, clustering and other similar concepts should be used to maximize efficiency of services, such as municipal water and sanitary sewer. C. Engineered storm water collection/settling areas and discharge rate controls will be required before storm water is allowed to leave this area. D. If sanitary sewer service is not available, executive lots must be of a large enough buildable size to support a well and an ISTS system, as well as space for a complete backup ISTS system. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 5-22 E. Municipal sanitary sewer should be considered for all new and existing homes in the planning area, as feasible. F. Municipal water should be extended into this area, as feasible. G. Shoreline protection for the water body called Gem Lake and its attendant wetlands must be enforced. H. Housing maintenance rules shall be strictly followed to keep existing homes in good repair. Single Family Residential Planning Area This planning area comprises the following areas in the City of Gem Lake: 1. Areas east of Scheuneman Road from Highway 61 North to the Otter Lake Road. The homes on the private road called "Kahl Circle" are also included. One double home is also now located in this area; 2. Areas west of Schuneman Road from Highway 61 north to the "Hillary Farm" Development, and from the northern boundary of "Hillary Farm" to Otter Lake Road; 3. Areas west of Goose Lake Road between Labore Road and the Gem Lake Hills Golf Course; 4. Areas northeast of the golf course along Goose Lake Road, and on both sides of Otter Lake Road; S. Areas along the private road that extends north of Scheuneman Road at its intersection with Otter Lake Road; and 6. The area along each side of Otter Lake Road. These areas have existing single family dwellings with lot sizes that vary from just over one acre in size to '/z to 1 /3 acre in size. These lots contain medium cost single family homes. Most of the areas identified above are fully developed. There are some lots in this planning area that would allow re -development if multiple adjacent parcels were combined and existing structures demolished. The combined land could then be sub- divided into smaller lots. In response to these conditions, the following specific policies for this planning area have been established: A. The continuation of medium density residential development continues to be encouraged in this planning area. B. If further residences are added in this area, master planning, clustering and similar concepts should be used to maximize the benefits from community resources, such as municipal water and sanitary sewer. C. If sanitary sewer service is not available, lots must be of a large enough buildable size to support a well and an ISTS system, as well as space for a complete backup ISTS system. D. Municipal sanitary sewer should be considered for all homes in this planning area, as feasible. E. Municipal water should be extended into this planning area, as feasible. F. Natural buffers of plants, trees or berms are encouraged in areas that border business and commercial zones in White Bear Lake or Vadnais Heights. G. Housing maintenance rules shall be strictly followed to keep existing homes is good repair. Park, Recreational and Preservation Planning Area An 18 hole golf course is presently located in the Single Family Executive planning area. The private golf course (Gem Lake Hills) now provides the only semi-public open space in the City of Gem Lake and substantially enhances the feeling of open space and natural environment treasured by the residents of the City. In response to these existing conditions, the following specific policies for this planning area are offered: A. Continued maintenance shall be required, under a conditional use permit, for the grounds and structures located on the golf course, to maintain its high quality natural environment. B. Golf courses shall be retained, as a lawful conditional use, in residential areas under city zoning codes. The land of the golf course shall be mapped into one or more residential zones base on compatibility with adjacent lands and prevailing conditions when and if development occurs. C. The City of Gem Lake shall continue to explore options for acquiring true public open or preservation areas, focusing on land which directly impacts the water quality of Gem Lake itself. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 5-24 6.0 Transportation Plan Most Gem Lake residents work, shop and obtain entertainment and educational services outside Gem Lake city limits. Therefore, the quality of the transportation system is key to quality of life for residents. It will be especially important as the city grows, and will require close cooperation with other governmental bodies. With this in mind, the City of Gem Lake recognizes the importance of the I-35E corridor, and remains active as part of the 1-35E "Unweave the Weave" Management Team. The transportation plan of Gem Lake is also intended to enhance the natural and man-made environments within, and bordering, the City limits. The Existing Roadway System The most important component of the transportation system within Gem Lake for the foreseeable future will be the street and highway network. This network accommodates both private and public motor vehicles. The functional classification and jurisdictional responsibility for maintaining this system is summarized in Tables 6 and 7. Arterials The most heavily traveled arterial route through the community is U.S. Highway 61 which serves as a major artery connecting Gem Lake with White Bear Lake and the more intensively developed portions of the metropolitan area to the south. The highway connects with the Interstate beltway loop (1-494, 1-694) around the Twin cities at a point approximately one mile south of City limits. The only other arterial within the community is County Road E, which forms part of Gem Lake's southern boundary. County Road E intersects with U.S. Highway 61 in the southeast portion of Gem Lake, serves the southern portion of White Bear Lake to the east, and connects with I-35E approximately 1 west of the western boundary of Gem Lake. This interstate highway is the only "principal" arterial near the City. Collectors Collector streets include Labore Road on the western boundary, Goose Lake Road, located in a southwestern - northeastern orientation near the northern boundary of the community, and Otter Lake Road located in the northeastern portion of the community. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan j page 6-1 Local Streets The remaining roads within the community can beclassified as local., serving principally adjacent land -users.. These local streets compxise approximately 50 percent of the total roadway mileage within the community. Table 6 Inventory of Roads; Street; and "Highways Name of Facility Functional. Classification Jurisdiction Length miles U.S. 61 "A" Minor Arterial $fate .03 County Road is "A"Minor Arterial Ramsey County 1 0,9 Goose :.Lake Road Collector Ramsey..County .1.4 Lahore Road Collector Ramsey County 0:6 Otter Lake Road Collector Ramsey County 0.2 Scheuneman Road (N.) Local Gem Lake 0:8 Scheuneman Road {S.) Local Gem Lake. 0.3 Hoffman Road Vocal Gem Lake 0.2 Tessier.Road. Local Gem Lake 0.1 Haven Road Local Gem Lake 0.1 Big-Fox.Road Local Gem Lake 0.4 Little Fox Lane. Local Gem Lake 0.2 Unnamed private road connecting County Road E to. residences to. the north; Hillary Farm Lane; Kahl Local Private 1.3 Circle and Heritage Garden Road TOTAL 6.9 City at Gem Lake {comprehensive Plan page 6-2 i m X�o >tTl y pdp r_ sic F�k ROAD pad I i m �rA re % y Nk 9 ,P0,9O h/gyWAy A a c B/ e -SCHEUNEMAN ROAD S. a'I SCHEUW" A� ROAD N n 0yb d1 0 OF •Figure 1.,, I QmL&b.w I OAM.=I I MAY0 MWAM 1 NI.440216PfM I isuv.nrc.M.o+. i sv.•, wss io i ...�r�nemn I oxa I SEH Table 7 Summary of Existing Road Mileage by Jurisdiction And Functional Classification Jurisdiction Minor Arterial Collector Local Total Percent of Total State 0.3 -- . --- 0.3 4 Ramsey County 0.9 2.2 --- 3.1 46 Gem Lake --- --- 2.1 2.1 .31 Private ,-- --- 1.3 1.3 19 Total 1.2 2.2 3.4 6.8 1.00 Jurisdietion Ramsey County. currentlymaintains 46 percent of the total 6:8*-miles of roadway within Gem Lake (see Table 7) ingluding most of the arterial, all of the collector, and over half of local street Windage: Genii fie. maintains 2.1 miles {approximately 3 1 percent} of the total mileage. The remainingroa& -are wider state or private jurisdiction. Public TrOW This. City i§ presently served by Lake Area Bus. which provides call -in service from 6:00 A.M. to: 6:0.0 P.M. Mondaylbrough Friday: Transfers are available from iliis service to mainline Metro Transit and Northeast Suburban Transit bus routes. In addition, for .those who shave disabilities, special transportation services are available*through*theLions Club. Airports There are no -a4.ortsx proposed. airport.sites; search areas; or other related facilities -.located. in Gem Lake_ The -City is served by the MinneapolisSt. Paul International Airport and the St, Paul Downtown. Airport. In. addition, a private, - small aircraft airport is located in.White Bd& Tovynship, approximately 5 miles -north. of Gem Lake. City.of Geen take. ^ampre-hensWe'Nan Page a-4 The airports have no direct impact on the City of Gem Lake, and any development in Gem Lake will have no impact on the regional aviation system. The City Clerk/Administrator will notify the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) of any structure to be constructed within Gem Lake that may affect navigable airspace. There presently are no structures in Gem Lake that are 200 feet or greater in height. The existing zoning ordinance does not allow any sign or building to exceed 36 feet in height. While the height limitation of 36 feet does not apply to such structures as transmission towers for commercial radio broadcasting station or television antennas, these would both require special use permits. Future Roadway System Roadway Changes The I-35E Corridor Study recommended roadway changes within Gem Lake and the immediate area. The following information briefly summarizes the status of each recommendation. Completed: • County Road E turn lanes at Labore Road • Highway 61 double left turn lanes at County Road E In Process: • Major redesign and rebuilding of the I-35E/I-694 intersection and commons area. This project is called "Unweave the Weave." Not Started (planned): • Connection of White Bear Parkway and Labore Road • Realignment of the Otter Lake Road/County Road F connection. Another change within the City has been the closure of the access of Scheuneman Road on the north side of Highway 61. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan page 6-5 A proposed change that will be based on future development is the installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of County Road E and International Drive. This will be coordinated with the City of Vadnais Heights and Ramsey County when area growth dictates its necessity. As with all roadway changes, the citizens of Gem Lake have expressed a desire for quality design and construction that enhances rather than detracts from the existing natural environment. Traffic Forecast Year 2030 Daily Traffic Forecasts from the Met Council Regional Traffic Forecast Model are: • County Road E 24,000 • Highway 61 35,100 The following socio-economic date was input into the model concerning Gem Lake. The City lies entirely within Traffic Assignment Zone (TAZ) 992. The area of this zone is shown in following figure. Gem Lake Socio-Economic Data TAZ #992 2000 2010 2020 2030 Population 419 497 575 652 Households 139 174 210 245 Employment 548 720 840 870 City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 6-6 Transportation Analysis Zones (TAZ)* Gem Lake WHITE BEAR TWP 992 w Y Q GEM LAKE / j w m w F- x 3 986 V A D N A I S H E I G H T S � J f I 996 % r r SOURCE: The geography for the TAZ's Miles are based on the Twin Cities Regional 0.1 0.05 0 0.1 0.2 Travel Demand Forecast Model. Local IRoads are from The Lawrence Group's Street Centerline data. Community Boundary, Stream, and Open Water 1148 TAZ Identification Number ------- Community Boundary 4 are from DataFinder.org I TAZ Boundary Stream ' Some users describe TAZ's as Traffic I Analysis Zones or some other closely Local Roads Open Water related words. In principle, they refer to similar transportation planning areas. N { V metropolitan Council Community Development I October 23, 2007 Roadway Consolidation and Maintenance The City of Gem Lake has taken possession of several roadways which had been under Ramsey County jurisdiction. This was done as part of the Functional Roadway Consolidation Project now being implemented by the County and the State of Minnesota. The roadways include: A. that portion of Scheuneman Road in the City of Gem Lake from its intersection with U.S. Highway 61 to the south to its intersection with Otter Lake Road to the north B. that portion of Scheuneman Road in the City of Gem Lake from its intersection with County Road E to the south to its intersection with U.S. Highway 61 to the north C. that portion of Hoffman Road in the Hoffman's Corners area of the City of Gem Lake, from its intersection with U.S. Highway 61 to the south to its intersection with Ramsey County Road E to the north. Transportation Policies The following policies have been established by the municipal government of Gem Lake to enhance the quality of transportation for citizens of the community: A. Gem Lake officially supports the recommendations of the I-35 Management Team. A recent I-35E Corridor study identified the need to establish arterial and collector routes serving the northeastern metropolitan area. The relocation of Otter Lake Road connecting it directly to County Road F and the connection of Labore Road and White Bear Parkway can further this objective. However, Gem Lake's objective of maintaining a rustic, natural environment will require attention to minimize the impact that an increase in traffic may have on the City's road system and residential neighborhoods. B. Gem Lake encourages the incorporation of parkway design criteria and the use of natural landscape barriers in any reconstruction of arterial and connector routes. (e.g., Labore Road/White Bear Parkway connection.) City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 6-8 C. Further development of private roads serving more than one property will be encouraged. This is consistent with the City's desire to maintain a low profile government. However, the City should strictly oversee the development of any private roads to ensure that City construction and design standards and specifications are met. D. The basic arterial and collector road system of Gem Lake has been established. Therefore, future streets should be designed to channel local traffic onto County Road E, Labore Road and Goose Lake Road. Accommodating through traffic on new streets will be discouraged. E. All future streets should be designed to discourage additional surface water runoff into Gem Lake and its attendant wetlands. Gem Lake, and its attendant wetlands, have no natural outlet. Therefore, additional storm runoff created by the impervious surfaces of streets into this basin should be discouraged. F. The City of Gem Lake has limited need for public transit service due to planned low density development. However, it will cooperate with adjacent communities to secure improved bus service as needed along its minor arterial street system. Bus service in other areas of the City will be discouraged consistent with its planned low density and desired rustic environment. G. Gem Lake officially recognizes that any development affecting navigational air space within the community is subject to Minnesota Department of Transportation, Aeronautics Division, Regulations. The community will therefore routinely consider such regulations as part of the development review process. H. The operation of private airports, including heliports and seaplane bases, is prohibited in Gem Lake. I. Gem Lake encourages the future development of hiking/biking trails on the Burlington Northern right- of-way along the eastern boundary of the City, and on the Canadian National Railroad right-of-way along the northern boundary. The City will work with adjacent communities and provide access to trails. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 6-9 7.0 Sanitary Sewer System Plan The City of Gem Lake currently owns and maintains a sanitary sewer system that currently serves all of the businesses at the Hoffman's Corners area and a segment of the residential area along Scheuneman Road north of U.S. Highway 61. The City of Vadnais Heights supplies sanitary sewer services to the Tousley Ford property, the Montessori School at the corner of County Road E and Labore Road, and several residences that neighbor the school. Existing Sanitary Sewer System The current system consists of approximately 13,400 Lineal Feet (LF) of sanitary sewer pipe ranging from 8" to 12" in diameter of both vitrified clay pipe (VCP) and polyvinylchloride pipe (PVC). There are approximately 65 manholes in the system. There are no lift stations or forcemains within the existing system. Figure 7.1 shows the City's current sewer system. Currently the system discharges into the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) System in four locations as shown in Figure 7.1. The system discharges into a combination of both the VH423 Interceptor and the 7122 Interceptor. Currently the Met Council does not have a metering station near the city limits of Gem Lake. The existing condition of the City's sewer system was evaluated in the fall of 2006 / spring of 2007. A sanitary sewer system plan was developed in May of 2007 by SEH for the City. This plan was developed based on the field inspections of manholes and a closed circuit televised (CCTV) inspection of the pipes. Projected Flows Projected flows for the sanitary sewer system shown in Table 7.1 uses the data from the City's System Statement prepared in 2005 and linear projections to estimate future flows. The projections were estimated based on historical flow data and projected sewered housing and employment information. In 2006 the City's average sanitary sewer flow measured by MCES was recorded as 0.027 million gallons per day (MGD) and their current billing is 10 million gallons per year. 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Zoning and lot sizes will be regulated to allow adequate space for onsite septic systems in residential areas. Current rules require adequate space for a second drain field on each residential tract, in case the first one fails. B. All onsite septic systems in the City are inspected bi- annually to insure the correct operation of these systems. Inspections are performed by the City's contracted inspector. C. A backup plan for providing a City operated sanitary sewer system has been developed and will be put in place if necessary in any area of the City where onsite septic systems cannot operate. Within these goals the following specific items have been implemented: City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 7-3 A. City-wide Sanitary Sewer System Plan was developed for the City in May 2007. This plan provides for a potential municipal sanitary sewer connection for each part of the City that could possibly use gravity flow sewer. This plan does require extensive excavation and construction through some of the areas of the City. Figure 7.1 illustrates possible extensions to the sanitary sewer system of Gem Lake. Any expansions to the system would be connected to either the Vadnais Heights system or the MCES belt line interceptors. The average daily flow of the existing connections to the public system is 0.027 MGD or 10 million gallons per year based in the Met Council's current billing. With the future possible extensions, the ultimate daily flow would be 0.256 MGD or 93.4 million gallons per year. Table 7.2 illustrates estimated future sewer flows based on the City's proposed zoning and land use. The anticipated flows from the various sewer districts were determined by applying typical flow rates. For residential areas a flow rate of 275 gallons per day per residential unit was used. For the commercial / industrial areas a flow rate of 600 gallons per day per acre was used. 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U1 ? j y y � ✓� ff` N O N w Flu w y m _ N m w na H R 3 � A L i 0 a c.m N "pp s v^p�n�n 6 N P F n.y,'gey D J_ m �1 [-n JE H:i ca m3 y� t ng a y � 3 $ do b A0 8 0$ a o g S 8 63 O m O a mom R N y s N y y 2.0 y y N m$SS iu 3 'm`. � 3 a Q m a m- � � m � lw 4,1 m m d !tL a 3 —LL � p gg p gg o O D pp p n Inflow. & Infiltration Reduction The City of Gem Lake, like the many communities in the -metropolitan area,. has spent considemab]e. time and energy managing inflow. and infiltration (I/1) within their sanitary sewer collection system. The Met Council (MCBS) has implemented*a surcharge program which is designed to encourage. metropolitan communitie.s to reduce III entering. their portion of -the sanitary'sewer collection system. However the City of Gem. Lake does -nqt qualify for this program because of the size and small. flows generated by the city. While the City has not exceeded the prey determined maximum peak -level established by-MCESjjt-- continues its. effort. to minimize: I/I. The City. has prepared and is-currentiyimplementing.an I/I program. The UI reduction program is used.to isolate and prioritize sewer rehabilitaiioam the sanitary sewer collection system, both on the public and private side of the system.. With this - in mind, the City conducts.both an annual cleaning and a regular closed circuit television'inspection. Gem Lake also continues to. conduct. a sewer -rehabilitation program, which. includes follow-up inspections' in -areas with significant Ili .potential. The City should develop a program for lateral. service inspection and repair. The City currently enforces its city ordinance (#64) that was developed to prohibit illegal connections. The -city also encourages voluntary compliance throughpublic education: To reduce infiltration the City. annually inspects manholes and repairs any contributing to Ahis problem:. In addition to routine maintenance the City has also adopted a plan to replace or repair sewer lines that are cracked and/or in. need of repair. The City's operation and maintenance plan was developed in May 2007. The Ci y's O & M plan canoe found in the Sanitary Sewer System Plan. Sewen Ordinances The City of Gem Lake has enacted ordinances which regulate individual sewage treatment: systems (Ordinance 46) and the operation of the municipal sanitary sewer system (Ordinance 64). CRy of Ger? Lake. C.Nnr ei?ensive Plan 1 page ?•? Ordinance 46 - ISTS systems Ordinance 46 is designed to protect and promote the health, safety and general welfare of the people of Gem Lake by regulating seepage discharges and the location, installation, alternation, operation and maintenance and monitoring of all individual sewage treatment systems (ISTSs). Individual sewage treatment systems must be installed in accordance to Chapter 7080 of the Minnesota Rules. The ISTSs shall be designed to receive all sewage from the dwelling(s), building(s), or other establishment(s) served by the system, including laundry waste and basement floor drainage. Surface, roof and foundation drainage and other storm water shall not be allowed to enter any part of the system. Not more than one dwelling, commercial, business, institutional, or industrial unit shall be connected to the same ISTS, unless such multiple connection was specified in the application submitted and in the permit issued for the system. No ISTSs shall be installed or renovated on lands to which public sewer service is currently available, without a system permit. Within the Urban Service Area, as identified in a Met Council approved a comprehensive sewer plan, developers will place any ISTS systems where they can later be most cost effectively connected to the public sewer system, when it becomes available. No preliminary plat shall be approved by the City of Gem Lake City Council, unless the engineer makes a favorable recommendation regarding the ability of each lot to accommodate a satisfactory ISTS. A system permit, obtained from the administrator, is required for any installation or renovation of an ISTS. No building permit for any building including the installation or renovation of an ISTS shall be issued until a system permit for the involved facility has been approved. The City of Gem Lake has instituted an inspection program for ISTSs. The initial inspection is to determine if installation or renovation has been accomplished in compliance with Chapter 7080 of the Minnesota Rules and with the Gem Lake Individual Sewage Treatment System Ordinance. The City's inspector shall inspect any individual ISTSs when a written complaint signed by two residents of the City of Gem Lake is received. City o! Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 7-8 It is the responsibility of the owner of any premises using an ISTS, for which a permit has been issued, to provide for the periodic maintenance by a qualified septic system company. Reports of the maintenance should be submitted to the administrator. It is the duty of the administrator to create, update and maintain an accurate inventory of each ISTS for which permits have been issued within the City of Gem Lake. The inventory should include location, system description, renovation description and maintenance reports. The City may inspect any system it deems necessary as a result of the reporting program. The City, at cost to the land owner, has each and every ISTS inspected every even year. Any system which fails the inspection must be renovated or replaced. Ordinance 61 defines the bi-annual inspection and maintenance routines. Ordinance 64 — Municipal Sanitary Sewer System Ordinance 64 is designed to regulate the operation of the municipal sanitary sewer system. The ordinance contains language that does the following: A. Regulates connections to be made to the municipal sanitary system B. Establishes regulations as to type and kinds of waste that may be disposed of in the municipal sanitary sewer system C. Prohibits the discharge of any type or kind of surface waters into the municipal sanitary sewer system D. Prescribes rates and charges for sewage disposal services E. Provides for the issuance of permits for and supervision of all connections to the municipal sanitary sewer system F. Prescribes certain materials and methods to be used for said connections G. Provides for licensing of sewer contractors City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 7-9 H. Prescribes penalties for the violation of the provisions of this ordinance The riming of the possible expansions would depend on funding and need. The first priority would be to connect all commercial establishments to public sanitary sewer. A second priority would be properties where soil or topographic conditions make the installation of an ISTS difficult. Goals and Policies Goals A. Maintain the high quality natural environment. B. Meet water quality standards. C. Provide a sanitary sewer system that is cost-efficient to the City and which encourages a fiscally responsible development pattern. Policies A. It is the policy of the City to extend sewer mains as needed as shown in Figure 7.1. The first priority shall be commercial establishments. The second priority will be areas where soil or topographic conditions limit effectiveness of onsite sewage disposal systems. B. Onsite sewage disposal systems will not be allowed where there exists a service limitation, such as wetness, low soil percolation and other unfavorable soil conditions. C. Further written working agreements with Vadnais Heights and MCES will be sought, as necessary, to coordinate required extension of sewage service to their systems. D. Appropriate onsite disposal regulations will continue to be enforced in those areas not served by the centralized sanitary sewer system. Minnesota Department of Health and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) standards for installation of ISTSs will be strictly enforced. E. The bi-annual inspection of all individual sewage treatment systems in the City will be continued. F. Water pollution from onsite treatment systems will be minimized. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 7-10 G. All applicable state or federal requirements for sewage effluent will be met or exceeded. H. Wastewater generation served by ISTSs will be required by the City to connect to the public system within one year of the time service is made available. I. A capital improvements program, which includes sewer system improvements, will be developed. J. Minimum lot sizes adequate to provide for all expected improvements to ISTSs will be required. This will allow for the installation of two ISTSs, in order to insure space for an alternate system or system expansion, in case of inadequacy or failure. K. A continuing education program on the function and maintenance of ISTSs will be established. L. Outside funding sources for programs to locate and upgrade substandard wells and ISTSs will be sought. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 7-11 8.0 Water Supply System Plan At present, there is no citywide public water distribution system within Gem Lake. Tousley Ford, in the Hoffinan's Corners West area of the City, and the Montessori School in the south west corner of the City currently receive their water supply from Vadnais Heights. All other properties in Gem Lake, residential and non-residential, obtain their water supply via private wells. The City has a number of options with regard to its water supply. The first would be to continue to rely on private wells. A second option would be to purchase water from the Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake, and White Bear Township water distribution systems for all properties within Gem Lake. A third option would be to purchase water for only the commercial properties. Connecting to an existing municipal system would address a number of potential problems. Water quality would be enhanced by connecting to a public system that includes water treatment facilities. With private wells, there is the potential of contamination and of the well going dry. There are some steps that the City should undertake if it continues to primarily rely on private wells for its water supply. For instance, a program should be set up to require periodic testing of water from every well in the City to determine water quality. This program could include steps to take in the event water quality fails to meet minimum standards. In addition, an educational program should be set up to promote water conservation measures within the City of Gem Lake. Although each residence and business has its own private well, it would be beneficial to the community to have some type of water conservation program in order to maximize groundwater supply. It would be difficult for the City to impose water conservation regulations on properties with private wells. However, an educational program could recommend voluntary water conservation measures to property owners. Space in the city newsletter could be devoted to describing and/or recommending water saving techniques, devices and appliances (i.e., how to cut down on water use, the best and worst times to use water outdoors, etc.). The educational program could emphasize the value and importance of conserving water, regardless of whether or not the City has municipal water. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 8-1 An emergency preparedness/contingency plan should also be considered by the City. Again, although the City of Gem Lake does not have a public water supply, it may be in the City's best interest to be prepared in case of an emergency. One option would be to adopt the emergency plan and consider policies of the water supplier. The City should make arrangements with the adjacent neighboring communities to obtain water from them for its citizens in case the groundwater supply ever becomes contaminated. The City should also have a list of contacts available in case of an emergency. It would also be helpful to make available to residents, steps that should be taken in case of contamination to an individual's water supply. Water Supply Policies The following policies have been established by the municipal government of Gem Lake with regard to the water supply for the citizens and businesses of the community: A. The possibility of developing a centralized water distribution system within Gem Lake will be considered. The system might either be developed based on a well supply within Gem Lake or by attachments to the Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake or White Bear Township systems. B. Water service should be extended to each targeted area at the same time and in the same priorities as the sanitary sewerage service, in order to minimize street reconstruction and traffic disruption. C. The possibility of connecting only the commercial area of Gem Lake to the Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake, or White Bear Township water distribution systems will be explored. D. The adoption of a mandatory water quality testing program for private wells will be considered. E. An educational program promoting water conservation measures within the City of Gem Lake will be developed. F. An emergency preparedness plan with regard to the water supply will be developed, or the City will adopt the policy of the water supplier. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan ; page 8-2 Proposed Water Supply System Figure 8.1 shows the City's proposed water supply system, which includes supply from all three of the surrounding communities. Due to the differences in the treatment systems performed by the three communities, no two systems can be inter -connected. Therefore the City water supply consists of three separate water main loops through the city. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 8-3 ---Oc�jw- < 0 QD O z z D Cm) 2 O mz =o (n (n C �C m m \ Y I __ J v r� C- :*m F Dx tTI _� D X Z r D O z (n DCn C -A 0 m O ;l7 C < Z D_ z Z O m X m z � (n C O z F- M 0 M z U r yo 0 z (n 2 (A (n m K C) 0 0 z z m = c) m O Z W m D O �7 2 0 m z V) = m D � N D (n ?� --q m m (n m I Gam Lake, MN 1 31 March, 2008 1 1 651.490.2000 main 1 651.490.2150 fax 1 3536 Vadnais Center Drive I St. Paul, MN 55110 1 www.ashinaeom 10 2004 1 -�x SEH 9.0 Housing Plan Housing Supply The housing supply in Gem Lake is rather homogeneous. The 2000 census of the population showed that there were 145 housing units within Gem Lake, with 139 of those units classified as "single-family detached." Of those single- family detached housing units, 130 of them were owner - occupied, and nine were renter -occupied. There were also two multiple -family dwelling units within Gem Lake. Both of these units were duplexes. The 2000 US Census showed that only six housing units were vacant at that time. The condition of housing within Gem Lake is generally good. Over half the homes in Gem Lake have been built since 1970. A majority of the housing within the community was built between 1970 and 1989. A total of 68 units were built prior to 1970, while 12 have been built since 1990, according to US Census Data. The median value of housing in Gem Lake in 2000 was $159,600. A majority of the housing was valued between $100,000 and $149,000.Only 17 housing units were valued less than $100,000, while there were 21 housing units valued over $300,000. Two units were valued between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The median gross rent in Gem Lake in 2000 was $813 per month. The 2000 census shows that there are 419 persons and 139 households in Gem Lake, for an average of 3.01 persons per household. This compares to 3.14 in 1990. Due to an aging population, smaller households have become a national trend. The median household income in 2000 for Gem Lake was $64,167. Median family income was $82,909. That compares to $41,994 and $50,046 respectively to the United States. Supply and types of housing in the City of Gem Lake are limited. Few are vacant or available and almost all of the housing stock is classified as single family detached. Virtually nothing in the way of multiple family buildings, (other than two duplex units) senior or planned affordable housing currently exists. More diverse housing options currently exist within the neighboring communities of Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake, and White Bear Township. While the planned mixed use development near Hoffman Corner's may provide an City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan gape 9-' opportunity for senior and multiple family housing, Gem Lake also needs to explore region wide efforts to provide for more housing diversity. Overcrowding is not a problem in the City of Gem Lake. The majority of houses in the City have three or more bedrooms, which meshes well with the average household size of 3.01 persons. Also, the cost of housing is not excessive as a percentage of household income. The 2000 census shows that median monthly owner cost is $1,210 with a mortgage and $263 without a mortgage. Almost 79% of the households spend less than 30 percent of their income on housing costs. Median rent for non - owner occupied households is $813. All renters spent less than 25 percent of their income on rent. Although there are a great number of employment opportunities within Gem Lake, few residents are also employed here. Of the 69 responses to the last residential community survey, only seven residents stated that they or someone in their family were employed in the city. Housing Goals and Policies The following goals and policies have been established by the municipal government of Gem Lake with regard to housing: A. Continue to encourage low, to very low, density residential development within the existing core area of the City. B. Encourage a better variety of housing by adopting wording in the zoning ordinance allowing for different types of housing (townhomes, villas, row houses etc.) as redevelopment occurs, and in the mixed use areas. C. Encourage the construction of more dense housing along the transit corridors of County Road E and Highway 61. This is where all of the mixed use plan areas are identified. D. Consider participating in the Metropolitan Livable Communities Program. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 9-2 E. Encourage the development of life -cycle housing opportunities. F. Encourage the rehabilitation and continuous maintenance of existing housing. G. Preserve the identity and improve the quality and appearance of existing residential neighborhoods. H. Ensure that all new housing, including affordable housing, adheres to the highest community design, planning and construction standards. I. Encourage the preservation of owner -type housing for low and moderate income households. J. Protect residential neighborhoods adjacent to commercial developments through physical and/or vegetative buffering, and through the placement of `transitional" land uses on the periphery. Adequate buffering should be an explicit objective of site plan review and approval. K. Explore local fiscal initiatives for housing, including but not limited to, the use of housing revenue bonds, tax increment financing, Community Development Block Grants, and Minnesota Housing Finance Agency programs. L. Examine alternative transportation services that relate to life -cycle housing opportunities. M. Consider adapting the current Gem Lake Planned Unit Development and Cluster Development Standards to allow for more creativity and flexibility with regard to life -cycle housing opportunities. N. Consider working with the Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) in the development of a housing strategy for the City of Gem Lake. O. Explore the possibility of participating in region -wide efforts to develop a wide variety of housing types. Affordable Housing Units Needed 2011-2020 City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 9-3 According to the Metropolitan Council Gem Lake needs to add 4 units of affordable housing between 2011 and 2020. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 94 10.0 Storm Drainage Plan These is no storm drainage system within Gem Lake other than ditches alongside roads within the corporate limits, Two portions of the City of Gem Lake drain internally into depressions with no surface outlet. The most critical of these is the basin draining into Gem Lake and its attendant wetlands. Storm Drainage Policies A. The City will attempt to restrict or minimize additional storm water runoff into the Gem Lake Basin, in order to protect the water quality of this area. Particular attention should be placed on water retention to settle out undesirable sediments and to minimize siltation. Impervious areas should be restricted within 100 feet of Gem Lake (water body) and its wetlands. B. Surface water drainage into the north pond will be encouraged, recognizing that this pond has minimal ecosystem value and may be more attractive if higher water levels are maintained. C. Cooperative agreements with White Bear Township, White Bear Lake, and Vadnais Heights for surface drainage easements will be sought as needed. D. Storm sewer connections will be required, where available, on new road construction, as an alternative to ditches. E. Storm sewerage in all commercially developed portions of the community will be required. F. Residents of Gem Lake will be notified of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) goals to reduce storm water run-off by 40%. Information will be provided on best management practices to achieve this goal. G. The Nationwide Urban Runoff Program (NURP) design standards for new storm water ponds will be adopted. When applied, these standards reduce the contaminant loadings from surface water runoff. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 10-1 H. The urban best management practices of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), as presented in its manual entitled `Protecting Water Quality in Urban Areas" will be followed for all newly developed or redeveloped land. I. Standards and setback requirements to protect the Gem Lake water body and its shore land will continue to be strictly administered. A 100-foot structure and impervious surface setback is required by the existing ordinance. A 100-foot septic system setback is also required. It is also recommended that a shoreland impact zone be developed, limiting vegetation removal and fill. The City of Gem Lake's existing tree ordinance presently prohibits cutting trees within 75 feet of Gem Lake water body. J. Drainage plans will be required for any impervious areas constructed or improved within the City of Gem Lake. K. The Vadnais Lakes Area Water Management Organization (VLAWMO) and the Ramsey -Washington Metro Watershed District (RWMWD) Surface Water Management Plans as currently adopted and as amended from time to time will be adopted by reference by the City. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 10-2 11.0 Community Facilities and Services Plan As stated in Chapter 4 of this plan, Gem Lake residents wish to maintain a low profile government. This would mean providing a minimum of urban services, consistent with the needs of a low density "small town" community. With this in mind, the City of Gem Lake intends to establish long-term service commitments with other governmental units in the area. Given the relatively small ultimate population planned for the community, it would not be cost efficient to maintain separate municipal commitments for many community services. Police Currently, the City receives police protection on a contractual basis from the Ramsey County Sheriff. As the population of Gem Lake increases, there will be a need to increase police surveillance. There is a Ramsey County Sheriffs sub -station located at Gem Lake City Hall which does cause a better patrol presence in the City. Policy: The City of Gem Lake will seek to combine with other governmental units in the area in maintaining and improving upon a high quality sub -regional police force. The City will continue to support the Sheriff's substation at the Gem Lake City Hall. Fire Protection The City of Gem Lake currently contracts with the City of White Bear Lake for fire protection services. These services are currently based on a flat rate, plus a fixed charge per fire occurrence. Policy: The City will seek a longer term commitment with either Vadnais Heights or White Bear Lake for fire protection services. In the future, these services might be charged on an annual basis. The fees could be based on mutually agreed upon criteria, such as assessed property valuation. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 11-1 Road Maintenance Approximately 2.1 miles of roads are currently maintained under Gem Lake jurisdiction. Policy: The City will continue to contract for road maintenance. Professional Assistance There are no full-time employees of the City of Gem Lake. All professional assistance including lawyers, engineers and planners are paid for on the basis of time and materials. The City contracts with White Bear Township for City Administration and other related services. Policies: Legal, engineering and planning assistance will continue to be on a time and materials basis. The contracting of City Administration services by White Bear Township will be continued. Municipal Building Gem Lake recently constructed and opened a City Hall in January of 2008. This structure is a joint project between the City of Gem Lake and White Bear Township. The facility is expected to provide adequate space for the City for the next 20 or more years. Policy: The City should review space needs every 5 to 10 years to determine if can be met with the current building. There is adequate space on the current site to expand the building if necessary. Public Schools District 524 provides education to Gem Lake residents. Policy: The City will continue to support high quality elementary and secondary public education for residents of Gem Lake. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 11-2 Health Facilities At present, there are no hospital facilities in Gem Lake or in any of the contiguous municipalities adjoining it. The closest hospital facility is St. John's Hospital in Maplewood, approximately two miles away. Policy: Gem Lake should cooperate with other local governments in encouraging the development of medical facilities within a more convenient proximity as area population growth dictates. Plans for a medical clinic in the SW parcel of the City of Gem lake Gateway and Village Planning area have been discussed. Outdoor Recreational Facilities There are no publicly held open spaces or recreational facilities within the community. All existing outdoor recreation in Gem Lake must currently occur on (a) privately developed lands, (b) vacant lots or (c) the streets. Policies: a. Some form of neighborhood -oriented park will be provided as the community develops. This might include a picnic ground and/or playground facilities. b. The community will continue to rely on Ramsey County for development of larger natural resource based recreational facilities. c. The City will explore bicycle trail options and methods for providing access to regional trails. d. The City will encourage the continued operation of the private golf course now located in the NE portion of the City. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan 1 page 11-3 12.0 Parks and Open Space Plan The 2030 Regional Parks Policy Plan adopted by the Met Council in June 2005 is the official system plan for regional recreation open space. Local comprehensive plans must conform to the principles of this parks policy. This system statement summarizes significant elements of the metropolitan system plan and highlights those elements that apply specifically to the City of Gem Lake. In addition to reviewing this system statement, Gem Lake should consult the entire 2030 Regional Parks Policy Plan, the 2030 Regional Development Framework and other pertinent regional planning and policy documents to ensure its comprehensive plan and plan amendments conform to the metropolitan system plans. A PDF file of the entire 2030 Regional Parks Policy Plan, the 2030 Regional Development Framework, the Local Planning Handbook and other regional planning and policy documents of the Metropolitan Council are available online at the Metropolitan Council's website: littp: wwy,%metrorouneil.org }ilanningz'frame\\ork:timeline. lltlll. To meet the needs of the region in 2030, the 2030 Regional Parks Policy Plan includes the following changes to the current regional parks system. Designate two existing county parks and three trails as "regional." • In Washington County, Pine Point Park • In Ramsey County, Tony Schmidt Park • In Ramsey County/St. Paul, three regional trails — Trout Brook, Summit Avenue, and Lexington Parkway Acquire and develop three new parks. Search areas include: Northwestern Anoka County Empire Township in Dakota County. Please note that the Metropolitan Council approved a park master plan and a boundary for the park has been established. • Blakeley Township in Scott County City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan page 12-1 Acquire and develop seven new trails. Search areas include: • The Crow River, in Carver County and Three Rivers Park District • Both a north/south and an east/west trail traversing Dakota County • An east/west trail traversing Scott County • In Three Rivers Park District, a trail connecting parts of Baker Park Reserve; a trail connecting Baker and Crow -Hassan Park Reserves; and a trail connecting Crow -Hassan and Elm Creek Park Reserves Acquire land within the current boundaries of 30 existing parks and four trails. Acquire natural -resource lands adjacent to six existing parks and six existing trails. Beyond 2030 To meet the needs of the region beyond 2030, the Council proposes that four new regional parks or reserves and three new trails be acquired. These parks and trails would not be developed until after 2030, but the opportunity to acquire them will likely be lost if the lands aren't identified and purchased before 2030. The goal is to complete the acquisition of the regional park system and secure opportunities for future generations. Search areas include: Parks — Miller Lake area and Minnesota River Bluff and Ravines in Carver County; southwestern Dakota County; and Cedar Lake area in Scott County. Trails — Northwestern Anoka County; central to south Carver County; and Minnesota River to Spring Lake in Scott County. City of Gem Lake Comprehensive Plan I page 12-2 Figure 1: All additions and changes to Regional Park System Plan Figure 1 Regional Parks System Statement 2030 Regional Parks Policy Plan �. �cr Search Ama -- V _ �i.ek L..... 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Table l: Regional Parks and Trails in Gem Lake Regional Park or Trail Unit Name Bruce Vento Regional Trail St. Anthony Rail Road Spur Regional Trail Bruce Vento Regional Trail — This regional trail is partially complete and open to the public. The section on the eastern border of the City of Gem Lake is not yet complete. The trail alignment is shown in Figure 2 and is acknowledged by the City of Gem Lake. St. Anthony Rail Road Spur Regional Trail — This is a proposed regional trail that would follow the existing railroad corridor long the northwest border of the City of Gem Lake. Since there is an active railroad operating on this corridor tracks, trail planning would not take place until there is a change in the status of the use of the tracks. At that time, the County will work with Gem Lake and others to master plan the trail. The general alignment of the proposed trail is shown in Figure 2 and is acknowledged by the City of Gem Lake. 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