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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWK - November 12, 2019. No • •!h ti 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.ANDOVERMN.GOV City Council Workshop Tuesday, November 12, 2019 Conference Rooms A & B Call to Order — 6:00 p.m. (763)755-5100 2. 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update Discussion— Engineering/Planning/Administration Community Vision, Goals and Values Document Review—Administration 4. Other Business Adjournment V2,116 WWI-& 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W.. ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.ANDOVERMN.GOV TO: Honorable Mayor an CC: Jim Dickinson, City FROM: Joe Janish, Common SUBJECT: 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update Discussion — Engineering/Planning/ Administration DATE: November 12, 2019 DISCUSSION Metropolitan Council has reviewed the 2018 Comprehensive Plan Update. The Metropolitan Council has determined our submittal to be incomplete. On October 22, 2019 city staff discussed with the City Council a few concerns Met Council raised related to density. Utilizing feedback from the work session staff developed two options for review on November 6, 2019. Discussion at the November 6, 2019 works session resulted in the option attached which includes the following changes: Staff has created two new land use designations, Urban Residential Medium Low (VRML), and Urban Residential High Low (URHL). Staff has adjusted the density ranges for all land use designations: Designations Min. Units Max. Units Urban Res. Low (URL, 114) 2.2 4 Urban Res. Medium Low (URML. Mi) 4 8 Urban Res. Medium (URM_, M2) 8 12 Urban Res. High Low (URHL. Hi) 12 20 Urban Res. High (URH, 1-12) 20 25 Staff has re -guided an outlet within Andover Station North for Urban Residential High (URH)• Staff adjusted the parcels in yellow (on the attached map) to Urban Residential Medium (URM) which are located along major roadways within the community, or along the railroad tracks. As presented the attached map and future land use designations move our density to 3.22 units per acre. The target is 3 units per acre. If the City Council had the desire to remove the outlot from Andover Station North the overall density would drop to 3.01 units per acre. Another way to look at this is the City Council has the ability to adjust the map with the removal of approximately 200 units. Staff will be present to discuss this in further detail at the work session. ACTION REQUESTED The City Council is requested to discuss tonight's proposal and provide feedback to the staff regarding future land use, density ranges, and physical locations. Once feedback is obtained staff will continue to work on completing the information for Met Council including working on a population projection. ATTACHMENTS: Proposed Future Land Use Map Option #2.1 e tfu11 bm' d, Jo Janis Community Development Director ,i ;� , ;__',._ i i _� ii 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 • WWW.ANDOVERMN.GOV TO: FROM: SUBJECT: DATE: Mayor and Council Members Jim Dickinson, City Administrator Community Vision, Goals and Values Document Review November 12, 2019 INTRODUCTION O During the 2019 Budget Development process, the Council did anticipate that strategic planning would include updating the City of Andover City Council Community Vision and Organizational Goals and Values document as part of the 2020 budget development process. This document was last updated the Spring of 2017. DISCUSSION Pursuant to Council direction at the March 26, 2019 City Council workshop meeting, Administration solicited each member of the Councils suggested updates to the current City of Andover City Council Community Vision and Organizational Goals and Values. The initial review of the suggested updates was done at the June 25, 2019 City Council Workshop and based on Council review comments Administration presented an updated document to the Council for review on September 24, 2019. Where there was Council consensus to remove and/or update items at the September review, that has been done and is reflected in the attached document. Also attached are some additional goals/items to consider based on discussions with Council over the past month as well. Along with the suggested goal/item is a summary of the individual discussions. ACTION REQUESTED The City Council is requested to review the attached document and determine if Administration phquld place on the November 19'h Council meeting for approval. submitted, Additional goals/items to consider: 1. Improve the appearance of the Hanson corridor. Likely removed when sound walls were expected. This could be done by working with volunteers (Eagle Scouts, students, pollinator group, etc.). A block of shrubs planted in the early 2000's by students on Earth Day, coordinated by a Scout, teacher and Kameron, survived and screens many mismatched fences. We could consult a landscape architect to advised what common shrubs would fit our requirements of height, survive road spray and growing without care. May have grant possibilities. 2. Improve city code on dangerous and nuisance dogs/cats. We have two unique situations where dogs/cats can be removed from the city, nuisance and dangerous. The remedies seem to overlap and the corresponding schedules for actions do not mesh with the Council meeting schedules. Adding selected language about the hearing aspect in the code could better guide the council and dog owner. 3. Save tree buffers in new developments whenever possible. This is about respecting the environment. The broad goals in place may need to be more specific, residents are concerned that it seems every time a development goes in a forest goes down. Why can't the developers save more trees? Should a code change focus be on establishing a buffer or screen areas from streets or existing neighborhoods. Maybe its lot size changes or lot depth changes on a plat to save trees. Can this be done where it would not require a PUD or variance. 4. Adjust code provisions to encourage more villas with clear guidelines. As we look at achieving some density It appears our code impedes it. Developers wanting to invest in Andover find it risky to present a PUD that may be rejected because of what may be vague expectations in our code. Planning Commission and Council seem to be unsure at times of what is a minimum and whether all or some of our current guidelines are requirements. Delineated examples of acceptable benefits, layout, design standards and guidelines to match actual products in Andover or neighboring communities could be a great help. City of Andover COMMUNITY VISION & ORGANIZATION VALUES AND GOALS The City of Andover's Community Slogan: "Welcome Home" The City of Andover's Vision Statement: "Andover, a safe, growing community in which to live and work which enhances the quality of its citizens' lives through recreational opportunity, quiet neighborhoods, civic involvement, and fiscal and environmental stewardship." City of Andover's Long -Term Organizational Values: 1. EXCELLENCE AND QUALITY IN THE DELIVERY OF SERVICES The City of Andover exists to provide quality services to the public in a professional and cost-effective manner. 2. FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY The City of Andover believes that fiscal responsibility and prudent stewardship of public funds is essential if citizens are to have confidence in government. 3. ETHICS AND INTEGRITY The City of Andover believes that ethics and integrity are the foundation blocks of public trust and confidence and that all relationships are built on these values. 4. TREATING THE CITIZEN AS OUR CUSTOMER The City of Andover believes that the citizen is our customer and, as such, should be treated with courtesy, respect, and integrity. 5. OPEN AND HONEST COMMUNICATION The City of Andover believes that open and honest communication with each other and the public we serve is the key to having an effective organization and informed citizens. City of Andover's Highest Priority External Values: Goal #1 To ensure city services keep pace with the city's growing and changing population. Goal #2 To enhance communication with the public. Goal #3 To support processes that involve citizen engagement. Goal #4 To develop and update the city's capital improvement program. Goal #5 To broaden and preserve the city's tax base. Goal #6 To balance and prioritize provision of city services with available resources. Goal #7 To respect the environment. City of Andover's Short -Term (one to five years) Organizational Goals - (with work plan): 1. FISCAL GOALS - the City recognizes the following fiscal values as the basis for delivering current and future services to the residents of Andover. A. Assure city financial stability through cost effective services. B. Focus spending on community needs; wants need to be supported by new or redirected sustainable revenues. C. Explore new revenue streams and capture new growth for community needs. D. City investments need to be securely invested and focus on long term sustainability. E. While still providing excellent services to all Andover residents, look for and identify opportunities to reduce tax burdens whenever possible. F. Maintain property values and keep property taxes affordable through good fiscal management. G. Prioritize projects to best serve community priorities when resources are inadequate to address/meet all community demands. H. Plan for large projects (master planning) to maintain consistent revenues and expenses to avoid property tax spikes. I. All new infrastructure should consider future operations and maintenance in addition to initial cost. 2. COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT/REDEVELOPMENT GOALS - the City wants to be supportive of those invested in or wanting to invest in the community. A. Facilitate upgrades or redevelopment of blighted or underdeveloped parcels to improve livability, community character and tax base. B. Work with business owners and property owners to assist them in being successful in the community. C. Continually analyze existing commercial areas to determine if expansion is feasible and seek out new areas to better serve the community, including the consideration of an interim use zone for older industrial zones. D. Continually evaluate how to meet sewer/water and street needs of any proposed development and redevelopment projects. E. Review City development processes to help reduce unnecessary steps, time delays and development costs. F. Review development requirements to minimize impacts from overly burdensome requirements. G. Be aware of negative environmental impacts to the community including to proposed developments and attempt to mitigate where economically feasible and practical. H. Evaluate city code, housing programs and housing types to determine useful programs and code updates that the City could adopt that have a positive impact on community market value, meet housing demands and preserve neighborhoods. I. Evaluate whether the City is adequately providing locations, through zoning, for expanded commercial areas and "starter homes". J. Secure approval and implement the 2018 Comprehensive Plan update, soliciting input from large property owners on land set aside land for future development. K. Support 2020 Census efforts to count every person to ensure our population is not underestimated. L. Respond to regional and state initiatives that impact the City or residents through organizational memberships. M. Review ordinances to support preservation of the environmental through tree preservation, the use of solar energy and various housing types. 3. COLLABORATION GOALS - the City is supportive of collaboration efforts that are cost-effective and improve efficiency in delivering services. A. Cautiously review any new mandate to determine whether action is required. B. Foster positive relationships with school districts, Anoka County, nearby cities and local sports associations. C. Advocate for safe, efficient commuting routes for our residents and business owners. D. Support an effective and comprehensive transportation system. E. Support upgrade of transportation routes to the Twin Cities Metro for commuters. F. Work with waste/garbage haulers to achieve same day pick up without restricting the citizen's freedom to choose from all available companies, in addition seek ways to streamline recycling pick up within the community. G. Evaluate how volunteers can help our community become a safer, more welcoming and attractive place to live. H. Continue to work with the railroad company that manages the tracks through Andover to reduce the interference trains have on traffic blockages and public safety. I. Continue collaboration with the YMCA on providing recreational services and be open to new ventures that utilize the community center for public benefit. J. Explore safe crossing solutions for pedestrians near active pedestrian crossing intersections through appropriate improvements and community education. 4. SERVICE DELIVERY GOALS - the City is committed to providing efficient and cost-effective city services. A. Evaluate parks maintenance to ensure the city is preserving park assets and not committing to unsustainable service delivery. B. Continue fostering positive relationships with athletic, youth, and other service organizations to obtain their input and seek their contributions with time and funds towards better service to the community and facility improvements. C. Alter packet format to improve viewing function on tablets and reduce redundancy found in format. D. Keep current with advances in technology where appropriate. E. Commit to providing the public with effective Public Safety through Fire and Law Enforcement service. F. Continually review processes to reduce unnecessary or unwanted service deliveries. G. Encourage quality building standards. H. Complete Public Works Maintenance Facility and Cold Storage buildings on the city campus, and related parkway road from Nightingale Street to Tower Drive. I. Continue conversations regarding Community Center expansion with partners about their needs and finances. Establish appropriate facility access and users' fees and providing a process and opportunity for public input. J. Review Community Center Advisory Commission structure to provide representation of all user groups. K. Continually evaluate whether we are following the Park Dedication Study when spending park dedication funds and update the study when significant changes are made. L. Continue to maintain Kelsey Round Lake Park as a signature nature park along with attention toward providing interpretive elements within the park. M. Preserve current trails and complete trails where we have missing connections or need to improve pedestrian safety. N. Develop an effective Emergency Preparedness Plan to come to the aid of those in Andover when effected by community disasters. O. Review sustainability of city road/street assessment policy. P. Review rural lot development standards to support more sustainable future street maintenance. 5. LIVABILITY/IMAGE GOALS - the City recognizes that providing quality basic & desired services enhances the quality of life of our residents. A. Continue to support preservation of natural resources (land, water and air quality). B. Pursue management plan for Open Space properties that minimizes staff involvement and emphasizes users create their own experience and support volunteer efforts to provide additional programming and activities. C. Improve community aesthetics by enhancing corridor to city campus with sustainable landscape plantings, seeking volunteer assistance. D. When the County upgrades roads evaluate ways to improve and coordinate a cohesive, attractive appearance along county corridors when the County upgrades roads. E. Explore new methods of collecting public feedback. F. Continually review newsletter content. G. Plan and provide quality city services to residents and adapting to changing demographics. H. Look at ways information from resident survey can be incorporated into goals, plans and policies. I. Find ways to utilize volunteers and engage residents. J. Evaluate whether current policies and codes inhibit families from preserving, improving and upgrading the value of homes. K. Support improvements to the website that provide residents with information that is user-friendly so they can be informed about recreation and other opportunities. L. Coordinate a facilitated discussion with Council and Senior Staff to review City policies related to best practices in governance, transparency and conflict resolution. M. Provide city updates on website under "News" section.