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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNovember 14, 2000 0 Otf}\,~tc:t, ell) L ,cì O-~iLh IZ-/2-2600 0 CITY of ANDOVER , i ANDOVER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING NOVEMBER 14, 2000 - MINUTES A Meeting of the Andover Economic Development Authority was called to order by Mayor Jack McKelvey on November 14, 2000, 7:03 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Present: Councilmembers Tony Howard, Don Jacobson, Mike Knight, Ken Orttel Resident member Robert Nowak Absent: Resident member Bill Hupp Also present: City Engineer, Scott Erickson Acting City Administrator, Dave Carlberg Others APPROVAL OF MINUTES 0 October 10, 2000 - Correct as written. October 17, 2000 - Correct as written. Motion by Jacobson, Seconded by Howard, approving the Minutes of October 1 O.Motion carried on a 6- Yes, I-Absent (Hupp) vote. Motion by Knight, Seconded by Jacobson, approval of the October 17 Minutes. Motion carried on a 5- Yes, I-Present (Orttel), I-Absent (Hupp) vote. DISCUSS MATERIALS/ARCHITECTURE -ANDOVER STATION Mr. Carlberg asked that this item be tabled to the next EDA meeting. Mike Mulrooney wants to bring back both the materials and the development standards and covenants for Andover Station at the same time. Motion by Knight, Seconded by Howard, to table this until the development standards and covenant documents are available. Motion carried on a 6-Yes, I-Absent (Hupp) vote. DISCUSS MASTER PLAN - BUNKER LAKE BOULEVARD/CROSSTOWN AREA 0 Mr. Carlberg reviewed in July the EDA looked at a number of options to develop the Bunker Lake Boulevard/Crosstown Boulevard area and chose option 2. One of the issues was the wetland area on the east side. as Ûl'" prooosa} Hill to put'" ro",rJ th..nugh it to "'c,....,s r..nsstomn 'Rnnl",,,,,,..r1 J-J", h",,,, , .1 "" P ... u. uu uv ".1 .11.'" U. '""''''''~ '-'J.V L '''''.1.1. ..LJV\.l.J."", "UI.u. ~.J."'" J.J.u...) / '\ ( ) U \.... - \ Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting \_-) Minutes - November 14, 2000 Page 2 (Discuss Master Plan - Bunker Lake Boulevard/Crosstown Area, Continued) talked with the DNR, but they are unwilling to say whether or not they will permit the road through the wetland. They have suggested the City submit the request and they would look at it. The problem is the highest density is proposed on the east end, and not having access to Crosstown Boulevard would not work for traffic management through the area. So there is a big question on the road layout. The plan has been redone by Leonard Parker for lower density and for the traffic circle to be more toward the middle. The financing of this redevelopment area becomes a major issue. Potentially it could be a five- to ten-year project from the standpoint of redeveloping and relocating people. Mr. Carlberg stated with the road layout still up in the air, the question is that of Dave Harris' proposed development next to Crosstown Drive. He has proposed two four-unit buildings. If that is the only access to the area, it becomes the main focal point. The architecture and materials become critical. Mr. Harris wants to pursue the development of this site. Another issue is the EDA was concerned with the high density being proposed because it is close to the single families along Crosstown Drive. This proposal amounts to eight units per acre. ~J Mr. Carlberg suggested the next step may be to submit plans to the DNR for their review. Ifthe road cannot go through the wetland, the density would probably decrease. They should also research ways to stage and to finance the redevelopment. He noted this area is shown as a redevelopment area in the City's Comprehensive Plan for potential high density. The agreement with the Metropolitan Council was to provide 20 acres of 10- to 12-units per acre density. Nine of those acres can be provided with Andover Station south of Commercial Boulevard, and another nine or ten acres can be developed on the north side of Bunker Lake Boulevard. This area could potentially be reduced to town homes if there is a concern with traffic. Councilmember Knight was concerned with the green space, its upkeep and who will do it. Mr. Carlberg stated there would be an association to control the development. Possibly the'EDA would partner with the housing development. The EDA and Council have always advocated owner- occupied units with an association to maintain the common areas, not rental units. Councilmember Orttel questioned the cost effectiveness of proceeding with the development. Is it reasonable given the need to purchase property, relocate people, etc. Mr. Carlberg felt they are at the point of needing a plan to determine economics and phasing. It is in the Comprehensive Plan and is for higher than the existing density. There are no financial means of doing it at this time unless someone wants to come in to redevelop it. He also noted that Mr. Harris cannot proceed with his development until the moratorium goes off in March. He did feel that with the PUD Ordinance now in place, the Council may be able to retire the moratorium early. ) Dave Harris felt his development could be the catalyst for the redevelopment of that area. He is proposing deluxe units of approximately 1,500 square feet. He is next to a gas station and a dedicated walkway and is really an island; and to reduce density would be an economic disaster. Councilmember Orttel suggested the density issue could be resolved by leaving two adjoining lots i \ . ) l,-.J "\.../ '\ Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting \ Minutes - November 14, 2000 \ / Page 3 (Discuss Master Plan - Bunker Lake Boulevard/Crosstown Area, Continued) undeveloped. The entire project hinges on the decision of the ingress and egress, and he is worried about the east side. If the road cannot access Crosstown Boulevard to the east, the entire complexity of the development will be changed. On the other hand, Mr. Harris shouldn't have to wait until all of the plans are completed. He suggested Staff have an infonnal discussion with the DNR about crossing the wetland on the east. Mr. Carlberg stated they can submit the plans this week and request the DNR to critique them. The EDA generally agreed. Mr. Harris stated he is the only one impacted by the moratorium. He recognizes the responsibility of the City to the citizens, but he hoped he could have his plans reviewed and ready to go when the moratorium is lifted. Mr. Carlberg stated Staff will determine if the intent of the moratorium has been fulfilled; and if so, bring it back to the Council. As written, plats cannot be submitted until the moratorium has expired. DISCUSS MASTER PLANIDEVELOPMENT SOUTH OF WDE SITE / -, Mr. Carlberg asked for continued discussion on the Leonard Parker plans for the proposed \. ) development south of the WDE site, particularly the park and ball field areas. The plan shows the 200-foot area from the toe of the landfill, the easement for Great River Energy and the location of their transmission poles. There was talk about an ice arena in this development, four baseball fields plus skating and skate boarding. There is a group of residents who are interested in pursuing an ice arena at that location. The southern portion is proposed as light industrial or office warehouse. Shared parking is being proposed for the ball fields and businesses immediately south of them, plus a park, as well as a park-and-ride facility and high density housing. The idea is not to compete with Andover Station to the south. There is no funding right now for this development, though the sale of lots in Andover Station as well as the sale to the proposed bank on the corner of Bunker Lake Boulevard and Jay Street can be used to proceed with the street and utility design. The EDA felt this development will have to be phased and agreed the Park and Recreation Commission could proceed with developing the park portion with access off Hanson Boulevard if funds are available. They did not want to have this area compete with Andover Station but felt as Andover Station develops, the potential to develop this area becomes greater. Mr. Carlberg felt the next step is to look at phasing this development and costs. Mr. Erickson stated they can determine preliminary numbers for the streets and utilities. EDA briefly discussed the progress on Andover Station, recognizing a good anchor can demand a high quality development. ) : ) ~ .) . -- _./ Andover Economic Development Authority Meeting , Minutes - November 14, 2000 Page 4 DISCUSS STREET LIGHT BANNERS Mr. Erickson had a sample street banner for the commercial park, as well as a brochure of other designs. The street lights will accommodate banners. The EDA generally felt the addition of banners along some of the street would be very attractive, but suggested this is not the right time to have them put up. It was felt the businesses need to be there first. OTHER BUSINESS Status of proposed bank - Mr. Carlberg explained the surveyors are determining a legal description for the parcel that will meet the bank's needs. The lot will be 1.7 acres for the bank. They have not yet negotiated a price, recalling the EDA authorized the Attorney, Mr. Mulrooney and himself to negotiate that price with the developers. The EDA speculated on the value of the property and agreed to allow the process to continue as previously agreed to. Motion by Orttel, Seconded by Howard, to adjourn. Motion carried on a 6-Yes, I-Absent (Hupp) ; vote. The meeting adjourned at 8:09 p.m. Respectfully submitted, i\1\~~uL-- Marcèlla A. Peach Recording Secretary ,