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Home My WebLink AboutCity Council Packet 09-28-2021 SpecialCity Council 1 of 1 September 28, 2021 CITY OF PLYMOUTH AGENDA Special City Council September 28, 2021, 5:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. TOPICS 2.1 Discuss Schmidt Lake Road and Comstock Lane Intersection Intersection Control Evaluation 2.2 Update on the County Road 73 Area Study Presentation 2.3 Set future Study Sessions October November December January February 3. ADJOURN 1 Special City Council September 28, 2021 Agenda Number:2.1 To:Dave Callister, City Manager Prepared by:Chris LaBounty, Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer Reviewed by:Michael Thompson, Public Works Director Item:Discuss Schmidt Lake Road and Comstock Lane Intersection 1. Action Requested: Receive presentation of the Schmidt Lake Road and Comstock Lane intersection evaluation. 2. Background: Council requested to discuss safety concerns at the intersection of Schmidt Lake Road and Comstock Lane. Staff will provide an overview of the Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) and summarize the recommended intersection safety improvements scheduled for construction in 2022. 3. Budget Impact: Improvements as proposed will be partially funded by the developer and the Street Reconstruction Fund. 4. Attachments: Intersection Control Evaluation 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 69 70 Special City Council September 28, 2021 Agenda Number:2.2 To:Dave Callister, City Manager Prepared by:Lori Sommers, Senior Planner Reviewed by:Danette Parr, Community & Economic Development Director Item:Update on the County Road 73 Area Study 1. Action Requested: Review and provide additional direction on the area in the vicinity of County Road 73 and Old County Road 15. 2. Background: On March 9, 2021, staff presented information on the County Road 73 and Old County Road 15 area. Through the discussion with the City Council, direction and support was provided for the completion of a small area plan. On May 11, 2021, the City Council directed staff to prepare a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit proposals from consultants for the completion of the small area plan. The RFP was distributed on May 17, 2021, and on June 11, 2021, the city received three proposals from area consultants. On June 22, Council authorized a consulting contract with Hoisington Koegler Group Inc. (HKGI) for completion of the County Road 73 small area plan. The attached presentation provides a summary report and findings of the data collection, key agency meetings and engagement opportunities for the project. 3. Budget Impact: The total project cost is $115,200, and the funding will come from the 2020 General Fund surplus funds. 4. Attachments: Presentation 71 County Road 73 Small Area Study City of Plymouth, MN 72 Project Purpose: •The County Road 73 and Highway 55 Small Area Plan will help to: •Encourage reinvestment and new investment •Promote unique opportunities for residential and commercial development that supports mixed-uses and is transit friendly •Help drive future infrastructure decisions and roadway improvements •Suggest land use and comprehensive plan changes & zoning ordinance changes •Articulate potential park, trail and open space improvements and enhanced pedestrian connectivity •The intent of the plan is to allow the City of Plymouth to be proactive in responding to current issues and opportunities and near-term redevelopment interests, as well as plan for a phased approach to the desired residential and business growth in the area. 73 Study Area: •The small area study is generally focused around the intersection of County Road 73 and Highway 55 in the southeastern portion of the city. 74 Project Timeline: •Phase 1: Data and background information collection and analysis: August 2021 •Initial steps begin by building a base of common understanding including existing land use and physical conditions, planned improvements, and an understanding of historical planning for the project study area. •Phase 2: Residential, area business, property owner input via project website: September 2021 •Community and key stakeholder engagement opportunities will be utilized to receive feedback for consideration that will help assess how the planning process responds to both the needs and wants of all involved parties, balancing opinions and perspectives on both variable/subjective and non-variable components. •Phase 3: Develop draft concept alternatives: October/November 2021 •The consulting team will explore alternative concepts with differentiating focuses. Site plans will be evaluated based on land use impacts, access and circulation, infrastructure needs, and financial and market feasibility. •Phase 4: Draft concept alternatives discussed with property owners and agencies: November/December 2021 •A second round of community and key stakeholder engagement opportunities will evaluate the alternatives, filter the desired directions, and converge on a preferred study direction. •Phase 5: Draft report with preliminary findings presented to City Council: January/February 2022 •Based on the technical review of the alternatives and the engagement process, a preferred Small Area Plan will be prepared for consideration by the City of Plymouth. 75 Community & Stakeholder Engagement •Project Website: Social Pinpoint Site •Provide project purpose, timeline, existing conditions •Survey questions •Map based comments plymouthmn.gov/cr73 •Notification to Property Owners: •Letter mailed to surrounding property owners end of August •Stakeholder Meetings: •Three Rivers Park District •Bassett Creek Watershed Management Organization •Plymouth Metro Link •Hennepin County •City Staff 76 Existing Conditions Existing Land Use •Predominately commercial uses around Highway 55 •Higher density residential uses are primarily north of Highway 55 and lower density residential uses are primarily south of Highway 55. •Station 73 Park and Ride is the primary public use •LaCompte Playfield and South Shore Park are the primary park uses •Plymouth Lutheran Church is the only institutional use in the project area •One industrial use exists in the project area 77 Existing Conditions Parks, Trails, & Open Space •LaCompte Playfield represents the only playfield area in the southeastern portion of the City of Plymouth and includes two ballfields, playground, hockey rink and warming house and small parking lot •South Shore Park serves residents north of Highway 55 and has a small trail loop, playground, and open play area 78 Existing Conditions Natural Resources •Bassett Creek just runs just northeast of the study area •A large wetland complex exists south of LaCompte Playfield and can seasonally inundate portions of the park •Another large wetland complex exists southwest of the study area with steep topography along the western edge •Steep topography exists near Plymouth Lutheran Church and LaCompte Playfield 79 Existing Conditions Transportation •Highway 55 (MNDOT) and CR 73 (Hennepin County) are the primary roadways through the study area •Station 73 Park and Ride provides a needed park and ride function for Plymouth Metro Link •A future Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line is planned along Highway 55 (757 Route) and is proposed to have station platforms along Highway 55 •Existing Plymouth Metro Link Lines are shown on Zachary Lane, Old County Road 15, and Medicine Lake Road •The planned Eagle Lake / Bryant Lake Regional Trail connects from the Luce Line Trail on the north portion of the project area south along South Shore Drive/ Zachary Lane to the existing trail connection on the south portion of the study area. 80 Existing Conditions Walkshed •5, 10, and 15 minute walksheds have been identified to the future BRT transit station platforms along Highway 55 81 •Combined Analysis of: •Age of structure •Land and building value •Building and lot coverage Redevelopment Potential 82 Online Community Engagement Statistics to Date: 1673 449 80 17 Total Site Visits Unique Stakeholders Map Comments Survey Responses 83 Interactive Map Comments Summary: •Participants would like to see added and improved sidewalks or pedestrian connections in the area that connect back to existing trails or neighborhoods and make it easier to access parks. Many mentions of grade-separated crossings (tunnels/pedestrian bridges), improved or signaled crossings at lights or crosswalks, and making roads more bike-friendly. •Many comments regarding obstructed views for traffic due to angled turns/curves, unkept landscaping, and heavy traffic at intersections. •Participants expressed concerns regarding the safety and efficiency of the Highway 55/ CR 73 intersection (light is too long, intersection feels unsafe for bike/ped crossing, traffic is very heavy in this area) as well as other nearby intersections (stop signs not being obeyed, traffic backing up into residential area, traffic from local businesses, etc.) •More investment in park and green spaces, mentions of dog parks, pickleball, restroom facilities, more activities for kids, etc. •Overall comments seem to point to less large commercial development/warehouse being desired in this area and more options for retail, restaurants, and unique experiences that can add character. 84 Survey Comments Summary: Q1: What are the defining features of the study area that should remain? •Respondents replied with parks, trail connections, and maintaining natural areas to sustain wildlife in the area. Q2: What issues are present in the study area today? What concerns do you have about the future of the study area? •Existing issues identified included bike and pedestrian safety, heavy traffic, dangerous intersections, and the current land use mix. •Future concerns identified include adding more high density residential or large commercial/warehouse, widening the road and increasing traffic, adding too many lights to make the roads less efficient, and destroying existing wetlands or natural areas. Q3: 10 years from now, how has the study area changed? What land uses or physical improvements do you envision? •Respondents listed a more bike and pedestrian friendly environment, improved park and open spaces, more unique destinations for food and shopping, better traffic flow solutions, and preserving nature in the area as future goals. Q4: What park features (play area, play fields, etc.) should be considered in the future? What is missing that you would like to see? •Dog parks, an ice rink and warming house (improved winter use), improved bike/ped trails and safer connections, improved picnic areas with fire pits, and flooding solutions. Q5: Do you have any other considerations for the planning effort? •Taking the needs and future impacts of construction and implementing changes to surrounding residents into consideration, keeping a unique feel to the area, and improving traffic and safety for everyone is a must! 85 Questions / Discussion •Council Goals & Objectives? •Redevelopment •Traffic •Bike / Ped Connectivity •Parks •Community Engagement –Response to Questions? •Others? 86 Special City Council September 28, 2021 Agenda Number:2.3 To:Dave Callister, City Manager Prepared by:Amy Gottschalk, Office Support Representative Reviewed by:Maria Solano, Deputy City Manager Item:Set future Study Sessions 1. Action Requested: Schedule Study Sessions and/or add topics as desired. Calendars are attached to assist with scheduling. 2. Background: Pending Study Session topics (at least three Council members have approved the following study items on the list): Pick-up Lane Discussion Other Council Requests: None at this time Staff requests for Study Session topics and/or changes: -Add review Board and Commission applications to the November 23 study session -Board and Commission interviews on December 7 at 5:00 p.m. 3. Budget Impact: N/A 4. Attachments: October November December January February 87 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 October 2021 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 OFFICIAL CITY CALENDAR 763-509-5080 plymouthmn.gov 5:00 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Environmental Update/Alcohol in Parks/Convention and Visitors Bureau Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers SUN TUES MON WED THUR FRI SAT 5:00 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Budget Study Session Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers CHANGES ARE NOTED IN RED CHA 31 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MEETING Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING Council Chambers 88 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 November 2021 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 OFFICIAL CITY CALENDAR 763-509-5080 plymouthmn.gov 5:00 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Budget Study Session Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY 5:00 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Budget Study Session (if needed) Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers SUN TUES MON THUR FRI SAT THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY CITY OFFICES CLOSED CITY OFFICES CLOSED VETERANS DAY CITY OFFICES CLOSED PLYMOUTH ARTS FAIR City Hall PLYMOUTH ARTS FAIR City Hall 7:00 PM PARK & REC ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers WED 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MEETING Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING Medicine Lake Room PLYMOUTH ARTS FAIR City Hall 89 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 December 2021 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 OFFICIAL CITY CALENDAR 763-509-5080 plymouthmn.gov 5:00 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Review Four Seasons Mall Development Proposals Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers SUN TUES MON WED THUR FRI SAT CHRISTMAS EVE CITY OFFICES CLOSED 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM CHARTER COMMISSION ANNUAL MEETING Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING Medicine Lake Room 90 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BIRTHDAY CITY OFFICES CLOSED 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 January 2022 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 OFFICIAL CITY CALENDAR 763-509-5080 plymouthmn.gov 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers SUN TUES MON WED THUR FRI SAT CHANGES ARE NOTED IN RED 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM PARK & REC ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers 30 7:00 PM HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING Council Chambers 31 5:00 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Developer Interviews for Four Seasons Mall Redevelopment Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers NEW YEAR’S DAY OBSERVED CITY OFFICES CLOSED 91 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 SUN TUES MON WED THUR FRI SAT February 2022 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 OFFICIAL CITY CALENDAR 763-509-5080 plymouthmn.gov 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers PRESIDENTS DAY CITY OFFICES CLOSED 5:00 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Water System Extension Request with Medicine Lake City Council Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM PARK & REC ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers 7:00 PM HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING Council Chambers 92