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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-06-17 CPC MIN Special MeetingCity of Stillwater Planning Commission Public Meeting South of Boutwell Area Plan June 17, 2002 Chairperson Hultman called the Public Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Steve Russell, Community Development Director reviewed Comprehensive Plan. Some of the issues the City has looked include traffic, land use, drainage, trails and parks. Boutwell area is part of the Phase 4 to be annexed around 2015. Sherri Buss, Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates gave a presentation of the Boutwell Area Plan. There were several residents in the audience with questions and concerns. Joe Neitz, 7865 Manning Avenue was concerned about the trail around Brown's Creek. Mr. Neitz is concerned about the trail that will cut through his property. He is upset that he was not notified of the trail plan that would cut through his property. Mr. Russell explained to Mr. Neitz that the trail plan was part of the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Neitz was also concerned about water drainage on his property. Mr. Neitz also wanted to know what the plan is for County Road 15 between County Road 12 and Boutwell. Mr. Neitz wanted to know why the City does not have definitive answers for any of the plans. Ms. Buss said she would contact the County for information about County Road 15 for the final plan. Chairperson Hultman clarified for Mr. Neitz that the Public Hearing is regarding the Boutwell Area Plan, not the construction of County Road 15. Bob Wilmer, 12960 75th Street N. had questions about the timing of the Neal Avenue project and County Road 12 construction. The Neal Avenue project does not necessarily need to go through for development to start. Mr. Wilmer was also concerned about drainage. Mr. Wilmer wanted to know if the developer would need to connect the ponds in order for the development to proceed. LaVerne and Richard Schultz, 13055 Boutwell Road was concerned about loosing part of their property to the road. Ms. Schultz wanted to know how does she get compensated for the use of her property for the road. Mr. Russell informed Ms. Schultz that the position of the road is not definite; it is a map that shows how the roads will connect. Commissioner Teske clarified that the road will only go through their property if they sell or develop. They will also be compensated for the use of their land. Mr. Schultz requested clarification on compensation. Mr. Schultz felt like he has misled since he purchased the 40 property. Tom Chuckna, 7850 Newberry Court was concerned about the trail running along Boutwell Avenue. Mr. Chuckna claimed he was not informed of any plans for the trail. He would like to know where the trail would be placed. Ms. Buss informed Mr. Chuckna that she believes the trail would be in the right of way of Boutwell Avenue. Mr. Chuckna was also concerned about loosing the privacy on his property. Ms. Buss recommended that Mr. Chuckna contact Klayton Eckles, City Engineer. Joanne and Doug Nelson, 7729 Minar Avenue was concerned that if Neal Avenue does not go through, Minar Avenue become a busier road. Ms. Buss informed Ms. Nelson that Minar Avenue was not discussed as an alternative. Mr. Nelson asked if Minar Avenue could be treated as a cul-de-sac and remove an intersection. Mr. and Ms. Nelson do not want additional traffic traveling through their neighborhood. Dave Hanson, 7960 Newberry Court N. was concerned about additional traffic on Deerpath. Mr. Hanson asked what would be done to limit traffic on Deerpath. Ms. Russell reviewed information about new frontage road with Mr. Hanson. Mr. Hanson believes it is unrealistic that people will use alternative routes. Mr. Hanson was also concerned about land density. He does not want to see a cookie cutter effect development like Woodbury. Tom Garley, 13295 Boutwell Avenue was concerned about the proposed road coming too close to his property. Mr. Garley was concerned about the proposed road becoming another Deerpath. David Johnson, Stillwater Township, Joint Commission Member questioned the land use density. Mr. Johnson requested clarification about the 3 units per acre. Mr. Johnson commented on the plan. Mr. Johnson said the road system need to be addressed before development proceeds to avoid another Deerpath. Mr. Johnson informed Mr. and Ms. Nelson that Stillwater Township is aware of the problem on Mynar Avenue and they will work on a solution. Eileen Douglas, 221 Boutwell Road questioned who gets notified of public meetings, because she did not receive a notice for the first two meetings. Mr. Douglas was also concerned about the speed limit on Boutwell Road. Mark Wendt, 142 Boutwell Court was confused about all of the organizations involved regarding speed limits, traffic counts and noise. Council Representative Zoller informed Mr. Wendt that traffic speed limits are controlled the State Transportation Department and Commissioner. Mike Adams, 12950 75th Street N. was concerned about the land use density. Mr. Russell stated that the developer would have to meet the standard of three units • per acre. Patty Ogborn, 7940 Neal Ave N. was concerned about public safety with all of the additions to the City. Ms. Ogborn wanted to know if the City has looked into additional fire and police personnel. Council Representative Zoller informed Ms. Ogborn that the City has looked into the need of additional fire and police personnel. The Commission did not make any decisions at this meeting. The Commission was comfortable with all aspects of the Boutwell Area Plan, except with the road plan. The Commission decided to postpone making a decision until the Commission was in receipt of traffic counts and traffic analysis. Motion made by Commissioner Wald, seconded by Commissioner Middleton to adjourn at 10:00 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted Bobbi J Ward Recording Secretary