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Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission
Agenda
October 20, 2015 - 7:00 PM
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Agenda Approval
a. Agenda
b. Minutes – September 15, 2015*
4. Open Forum
5. Presentations
6. Old/Unfinished Business
a. Neighborhood Park Planning – Ravinia*
b. Twins Community Fund Hennepin County Youth Baseball/Softball Grant*
7. New Business
a. Memorial Garden donation request
8. Reports/Information
a. Active Planning Applications – Informational only*
9. Subcommittee & Miscellaneous Reports
a. City Council Report – TBD*
b. Athletic Association
c. Park Dedication Fund*
10. Other Business- none
11. Announcements - none
12. Adjournment
*Includes Materials - Materials relating to these agenda items can be found in the House Agenda Packet by
door.
City of Corcoran
Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission
Minutes
September 15, 2015 - 7:00 PM
Item 3b.
b
The Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission met on September 15, 2015, at the Ravinia development
at PID 36-119-23-13-0011, Corcoran, Minnesota. Present were, Commissioners - Anderson, Dale,
Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Regan, Robran, Strehler, and Tessmer.
Also present Council Liaison Hank and City Administrator Martens.
Commissioners toured the location of the future neighborhood park in Ravinia in order to get a feel for
the topography of the site. At approximately 7:35 pm the Commission traveled back to City Hall to hold
the formal meeting.
Commissioner Anderson called the meeting to order at 7:43 pm
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Agenda Approval
a. Agenda
Motion: Made by Nybo, seconded by Meister, to approve the agenda as presented.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Dale, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Regan, Robran, Strehler, and Tessmer
(Motion carried 9:0)
b. Minutes July 21, 2015
Motion: Made by Robran, seconded by Nybo, to approve the Minutes as presented.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Regan, Strehler, and Tessmer
Abstaining: Dale and Robran
(Motion carried 7:0)
4. Open Forum - None
5. Presentations - none
6. Reports/Information
a. Active Planning Applications - Informational only, no action taken
7. Old/Unfinished Business – None
8. New Business
a. Neighborhood Park Planning – Ravinia* - Chair Anderson asked Commissioners to share
their takeaways after viewing the park. Commission members mentioned the following:
i. Large shade trees are important, need to keep what we can from site
ii. This will be the first park in recent history, important to think through naming and
signage
iii. Would like this park to be more natural instead of traditional swing set park, web
climbing features and a more natural look is preferred
iv. The park will likely be heavily used due to small lots with limited space for their own
equipment
v. Important to have activities for multiple age groups
vi. Use landscape and buffers to manage storm water on-site
vii. Incorporate a natural climbing wall in the grade of the park
viii. Asphalt trail system should be in the park
ix. Natural look is important but some of the typical/classic park features should be
included
x. Naming is important, says something about who we were, when the park is used 50
years from now
City of Corcoran
Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission
Minutes
September 15, 2015 - 7:00 PM
Item 3b.
b
xi. Would like to see a half basketball court, tower to look around/slide down, soccer
goal with basketball concept
xii. Need access to restrooms, shelter to screen satellite toilet
xiii. Need maps/kiosk for trail system
xiv. Seating areas, bench clusters between homes to the east and the wetland
xv. Fountain in pond to keep the water moving
xvi. Important to incorporate some activities that can be used in the winter
xvii. Use materials that have the least maintenance needs
Motion: Made by Robran, seconded by Tessmer, to invite a playground company to a future
meeting to talk about the process of planning a playground site.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Dale, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Regan, Robran, Strehler, and Tessmer
(Motion carried 9:0)
b. Hennepin County Youth Baseball and Softball Grant* - Commissioners were asked to share
their priorities for applying for a Hennepin Youth Baseball and Softball grant. By consensus
staff was directed to apply for the scoreboard which was applied for in the fall submittal.
c. Student Commissioner Application – Karin Beck* - Student Commissioner Applicant Karin
Beck introduced herself and explained why she is interested in joining the commission.
Motion: Made by Robran, seconded by Krueger, to recommend the City Council appoint Karin
Beck as a student commissioner of the Parks and Trails Commission.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Dale, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Regan, Robran, Strehler, and Tessmer
(Motion carried 9:0)
9. Subcommittee and Miscellaneous Reports
a. City Council Report – Councilmember Hank updated the Commission on City Council
activities
b. Athletic Association – No activities are currently taking place
c. Park Dedication Fund – Informational only
10. Other Business
Commissioner Robran thanked staff for their assistance with Country Daze and all those who attended.
11. Announcements
12. Adjournment
Motion: Made by Krueger, seconded by Strehler, to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 pm.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Dale, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Regan, Robran, Strehler, and Tessmer
(Motion carried 9:0)
Submitted by
Brad Martens City Administrator
6a.
CITY OF CORCORAN
8200 County Road 116, Corcoran, MN 55340
763.420.2288 – Office 763.420.6056 – Fax
E-mail - general@ci.corcoran.mn.us / Web Site - www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
MEMO
Meeting Date: October 20, 2015
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Brad Martens, City Administrator
Re: Neighborhood Park Planning – Ravinia
______________________________________________________________________
At the September meeting of the Parks and Trails Commission, the group toured the
location of a future park and brainstormed what was important to include in the park.
Due to the lack of park dedication funds, it is likely that this park will need to be
developed in phases. It is requested that the Commission discuss what amenities must
be included in the first phase and what could wait until later.
The discussion on park planning will continue in November in which a representative of
a playground company will be present to aid in our discussion of the planning process.
Attachment:
1. Neighborhood Park Guidance
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Chapter 7
PARKS AND TRAILS
I. Introduction
Corcoran’s parks, trails and open space system will be an important element of the
community’s life. The system will offer residents desired recreational opportunities while
preserving and making accessible unique natural and historic resources that are part of
the City’s identity. The parks and trails system can be designed to help to unify the City’s
neighborhoods and build a sense of common identity and interest among old and new
residents.
It is crucial to have a clear framework to develop, maintain and grow the park system so
it can best serve current and future residents. Goals become a useful tool in
communicating the steps the City will take to achieve its desired park and trail system.
By utilizing this Plan’s goals and carrying out the implementation strategies, the City can
ensure stewardship of financial, natural, and recreational resources and create a park and
trail system that is an amenity for the community. Diligent planning will create results that
include:
x Opportunities for healthy lifestyles for residents of all ages
x Quality resources and facilities that attract new development, businesses and
residents
x Building community by giving residents places to gather and interact
x Protecting key natural resources before development occurs
x Promoting a high quality of life
The City of Corcoran anticipates that urban services, including a sanitary sewer system,
will become available beginning in 2013. The City expects that when these services are
available, significant growth and development will occur in the eastern and southwestern
areas of the City, which are within the Metropolitan Urban Service Area (MUSA). This Plan
places emphasis on park and trail development in these areas as new development
occurs. The City will work cooperatively with existing landowners to acquire easements
and develop trail connections.
Open space and trail locations are also identified in the western portion of the City to
promote a unified, City-wide system. Development of these public amenities may occur
more slowly than facilities in the eastern part of the community. Proposed park and trail
locations outside the 2030 MUSA areas are for guidance purposes and are to be
implemented over the long term as development and cooperation with landowners occur.
The Parks and Trails Plan incorporates the Comprehensive Plan and the City’s Natural
Resource Inventory to describe the park and trail system to be developed in Corcoran
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over the next 20 years. The City believes that careful planning, with strategic location of
public parks, trails and open space areas, will help to preserve and create the type of
community and environment that Corcoran resident’s desire. The City has the opportunity
to acquire quality open space before development occurs. This Plan encourages this
progressive approach to preserve and create quality neighborhoods and recreational
opportunities for current and future Corcoran residents and make the best possible use of
available financial resources.
II. Planning Goals and Policies
The following Goals and Policies will guide the process of planning parks and trails:
Goal 1: To implement this Parks and Trails Plan based on the needs and demands of
Corcoran residents and park and trail users.
Goal 2: To work cooperatively with neighboring communities, Hennepin County, the State
of Minnesota and others in planning, developing, and financing the local park system.
Policy 1: The Parks and Trails Plan is a responsive and adaptive document. While
it has a 20-year planning horizon, the plan will be updated periodically as needed
to reflect changes in the community and its needs.
Policy 2: The Parks and Trails Plan will seek to be compatible with adjacent local
community plans and metropolitan, State and Federal plans and programs.
Policy 3: Public school facilities and their recreation areas will be considered in the
planning of the park and trail system. The City will seek cooperation, coordination
and participation with local school districts in planning the development and
operation of the park and trail system.
Policy 4: The description and standards established in the park and trail
classification system will be the basis for development of the park and trail system.
Policy 5: Community volunteer organizations will be encouraged to participate in
park and trail development when appropriate.
Policy 6: The Parks and Trails Commission will review all pertinent information,
analyze alternatives and make recommendations to the City Council on park and
trail issues, based on this Parks and Trails Plan.
Policy 7: The Parks and Trails Commission will inform and seek input from other
City advisory commissions on any major issues or improvements that may be
applicable to that commission.
Policy 8: The Parks and Trails Commission will be responsive to the increasing
maintenance, planning and recreational demands made by the City and its
residents.
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III. Park Goals and Policies
The following Goals and Policies will guide the creation of the City’s parks system:
Goal 1: To promote park development that will best encourage and support use by the
public.
Goal 2: To provide a balanced park system that provides for active recreation, passive
recreation, and natural resource protection.
Goal 3: To develop parks that reflect the special character of the City, its history, and
landscape and to develop the parks and trails as a connected system.
Policy 1: The City will develop a variety of park and trail types that meet a variety
of active and passive recreational interests and conserve the City’s important
natural resources for the future.
Policy 2: Park land will be acquired in accordance with the City’s Parks and Trails
Plan.
Policy 3: The City will acquire park land as early as possible, to minimize costs and
potential conflicts with existing residents. Parks and trails will be completed early
in the development process, so that they are available to new residents.
Policy 4: The City will use the following criteria for the selection of land for parks,
trails or open space:
x The area possesses scenic or unique natural features
x The area possesses various desirable wildlife populations
x The area performs important natural or open space functions.
x The area is located within or is connected to the Natural Resource
Corridors identified in the Natural Resource Inventory
x The area has qualities conducive to recreational development
x The area is designated as a park or trail search area in the Parks and Trails
Plan
x A demonstrated need for additional parkland exists in a particular area
Policy 5: Developers may include private parks as a neighborhood feature based
on the provisions of the City’s Park Dedication Ordinance.
Policy 6: Special attention will be given to the acquisition or preservation of
desired park land that may be developed or changed to an incompatible land use
in the near future.
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Policy 7: The City will require park dedication from all developers (commercial,
industrial and residential) in the form of cash or land, according to the schedule
set by the City Council. All cash will be directed to the Park Fund and will be used
for park land acquisition and development projects. Land dedications will be
accepted by the City if they have been designated as park land on the Parks and
Trails Plan, possess significant desirable features or are deemed necessary to meet
the needs of residents in the area.
x Wetlands and storm water ponding areas will not be accepted as fulfillment
of park dedication requirements.
x The City will establish design standards that create a unity within the park
and trail system and that emphasize the special character of the City, its
history and landscape.
x Park design should incorporate a general theme, but also allow diversity
among parks to adapt to natural features, local history or neighborhood
character and needs.
Policy 8: The City will review the park dedication formula on an annual basis to
ensure it is current and comparable with area metropolitan communities.
Policy 9: The City will maintain an equitable distribution of parks throughout the
community.
Policy 10: A park name shall reflect location by incorporating local historical names
or features, a local access road, neighborhood name, benefactors or prominent
natural features of the area.
Policy 11: A consistent signage policy shall be developed for all parks and trails,
including directional and informational signs.
Policy 12: Joint use of facilities shall be encouraged by incorporating school
facilities with park and recreation programs whenever possible.
Policy 13: The City will encourage location and design of park and trail facilities to
maximize accessibility.
Policy 14: Park and trail design should enhance outstanding natural areas by
discouraging development of prominent or highest quality landscape features and
conserving natural resource areas. Wetlands and woodlands should be protected
from undesirable impacts and restored to a high-quality condition when possible.
Policy 15: Park and trail design should avoid or minimize undesirable impacts to
natural resources. Plans should avoid fragmenting natural communities and
habitats. If hard surfaces such as parking lots are required, surfaces should be
disconnected from storm drain systems where feasible and strategies such as
bioretention, grassed swales, and created wetland cells should be used to filter
and clean storm water runoff as close to its source as possible.
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Policy 16: The City will develop parks that are safe, enjoyable and accessible and
that provide multi-use and multi-seasonal programs and activities.
Policy 17: The City will provide for a balance of active and passive recreation
facilities throughout the community.
Policy 18: The City will provide park facilities and equipment in accordance with
the guidelines and requirements of the American Disabilities Act (ADA).
Policy 19: The City will provide residents with timely information regarding park
and trail facilities and programs.
Policy 20: All existing and proposed parks shall be mapped and annually reviewed
and updated.
Policy 21: High priority will be given to acquisition of areas with public access to
high-quality lakes and streams.
Policy 22: The City will provide a variety of recreation facilities, including
regulation athletic fields, indoor recreation activities, and passive, nature-oriented
activities.
Policy 23: The City will consider the impact of the Corcoran Community Park on
the downtown area, transportation, and related Comprehensive Planning issues.
IV. Trail System Goals and Policies
The following Goals and Policies will guide the creation of the City’s trail system:
Goal 1: To provide safe, convenient, and coordinated trail facilities for a variety of users
throughout the City of Corcoran.
Goal 2: To provide trail facilities that are scenic, recreationally satisfying and in harmony
with the City’s natural resources.
Policy 1: The City will coordinate the park and trail system through the
development and implementation of the City-wide Parks and Trails Plan.
Policy 2: The City will work to connect future trails to existing and adjacent
community trails.
Policy 3: The City will design and construct bicycle and pedestrian access to parks,
open space areas, schools and the downtown area to encourage maximum use of
these facilities.
Policy 4: The City will encourage the use of utility easements and transportation
rights-of-way for on-road route development.
Policy 5: The City will design and construct off-road trails to connect parks, open
space areas, and natural resource corridors.
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Policy 6: Trails may include facilities such as benches and exercise stations in
appropriate locations.
Policy 7: To respect residents’ property rights, trail development and routing
should be a cooperative effort between the City and the landowners along the
proposed route. Existing neighborhoods are encouraged to request trails and work
with the City to identify their routes.
Policy 8: A right-of-way of not less than 20 feet may be required where deemed
necessary by the City to provide adequate bicycle and pedestrian circulation or
access to schools, parks, downtown, churches, or other facilities. A right-of-way of
30 feet is preferred for off-road trails.
Policy 9: Bicycle and pedestrian trails will be constructed with a paved or gravel
surface to a width of 8 to 10 feet with a minimum 4-foot buffer on each side.
Policy 10: Trails will be bituminous pavement where possible to maximize access
for all residents. Trails may be constructed of gravel or woodchips in natural areas
or in wetland soils where pavement will be difficult to maintain. Also, gravel or
woodchips may be used as a temporary trail material on new trails until resources
are available to pave the trail.
Policy 11: Trails that are integral to larger scale developments will be installed and
paved at the developer’s expense. These trails will connect to the existing and
proposed extensions of the City’s trail system.
Policy 12: The City’s trail system will be coordinated with County and regional
trails and with trails from neighboring communities.
Policy 13: All existing and proposed trails will be mapped and annually reviewed
and updated.
Policy 14: The use of snowmobiles or horses will be limited to designated trails to
help maximize the safety of trails for all users.
Policy 15: Bicycle and pedestrian trails in wooded and wetland areas shall be
designed and constructed to minimize the removal of trees, shrubs, and other
vegetation and to preserve the natural beauty of the area.
Policy 16: The City will develop safe pedestrian crossing facilities on main
roadways to ensure pedestrian access to parks.
Policy 17: The City will use the Parks and Trails Plan as a general guide for trail
development, working with residents, landowners, and developers in designing
and constructing specific trails.
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V.Development Guidelines: Areas Outside the 2030 Metropolitan
Urban Service Area (MUSA) Boundary
The following guidelines will be applied to development proposals outside the 2030 MUSA
boundary:
x Park and trail policies in areas outside the 2030 MUSA boundary will be consistent
with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Subdivision Ordinances.
x Development proposals will be presented to the Parks and Trails Commission
before Planning Commission approval, thereby allowing for review and
recommendations regarding incorporation of trail easements, open space
acquisition or park facilities.
x Emphasis should be placed on locating facilities such as athletic fields closer to the
2030 MUSA.
x Park facilities generally should not be planned at this time outside the 2030 MUSA,
except for:
-Trails that have been identified on the Natural Resource Inventory or the
Parks and Trails Plan maps
-Protection of significant natural areas that have been identified on the
Natural Resource Inventory
-Athletic facilities may be considered, but are preferred in areas closest to
the 2030 MUSA
x Proposed parks and trails shown on the Parks and Trails System Map outside the
2030 MUSA areas are for guidance purposes and will be implemented over the
long term as a part of new development through development dedication or
cooperative purchase.
VI. Park Classification
The following park types and standards will be developed in Corcoran:
A. Neighborhood Parks
Neighborhood parks are the most local unit of the park system, providing for the passive
and active recreational needs of neighborhood residents. These parks should be
accessible to a wide variety of user groups living in the neighborhood. These parks
typically do not provide organized athletic programs.
Neighborhood park sites should allow for both active and passive park uses. Sites should
contain natural features, such as views and shade trees, which make for a pleasant
outdoor experience. Siting neighborhood parks adjacent to trails and natural resource
features and corridors is desirable and will expand the function of both types of open
space. Siting neighborhood parks adjacent to both new and existing neighborhoods will
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encourage community development and ensure that new parks do not function as
“private” facilities for new developments.
Neighborhood park development criteria generally include:
x About 1-2 acres of neighborhood parks per 1,000 people
x These parks should be located so that they are within about ½ mile of any
residence in the designated neighborhood.
x Neighborhood parks should be about 5-10 acres in size.
x Typical neighborhood park design elements include the following:
-Play equipment
-Open turf areas with informal play fields for softball, soccer, and /or
football
-Hard court (half-court basketball or game area)
-Internal trails and connections to the neighborhood
-Landscape plantings
-Limited off-street parking area
-Site furnishings such as benches, bike racks, drinking fountain, trash
containers and signs
B. Community Parks/City Parks
Community parks provide recreational opportunities for people of all ages and serve
several neighborhoods. These parks seek to preserve unique landscapes and natural
areas. Community parks are intended to be multipurpose parks that provide a broader
range of services than neighborhood parks. However, community parks may serve the
neighborhood playground needs of immediate residents or may be integrated with
community play fields.
Community park sites should include interesting terrain and natural areas, such as
woodlands and wetlands, be easily accessible from major transportation routes and may
be located near other community facilities. Community parks should be linked to the City
trail system to provide optimum access for residents.
Community park development criteria generally include:
x About 5-8 acres of community park space per 1,000 people
x These parks serve a larger area than neighborhood parks—up to a 2-mile radius.
x About 3 acres of this total should be for “active” recreation.
6b.
CITY OF CORCORAN
8200 County Road 116, Corcoran, MN 55340
763.420.2288 – Office 763.420.6056 – Fax
E-mail - general@ci.corcoran.mn.us / Web Site - www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
MEMO
Meeting Date: October 20, 2015
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Brad Martens, City Administrator
Re: Twins Community Fund Hennepin County Youth Baseball/Softball
Grant
______________________________________________________________________
Staff has submitted a grant application on behalf of the Corcoran Athletic Association
and the City of Corcoran for $12,275 in funds to install a scoreboard at Snyder Field.
The City will be notified by December 20, 2015, if the grant application has been
approved. No action is required at this time.
Attachment:
N/A
STAFF REPORT Agenda Item 7a.
Committee Meeting:
October 20, 2015
Prepared By:
Michelle Friedrich
Topic:
Additional granite park bench with back rest is being
requested by two residents as another bench option for
Memorial Garden. Placement of the bench in within the
existing garden.
Action Required:
Vote to pass new garden
bench option and placement
of memorial bench.
Summary:
On September 29, 2015, two residents stopped by City Hall and requested information
regarding the benches and space available in the Memorial Garden. Staff reviewed with
interested parties the options available and also explored the possibility of adding an
additional cement pathway off the existing pathway. Interested parties asked if the City
would add an additional pathway for the park bench memorial. Staff reviewed with the
interested parties the memorial donation expense needs to be completely covered by
the memorial donators and that the City does make a monetary contribution.
Staff reviewed with Rosalyn Milbrandt, one of the original committee members who
oversaw the implementation of the Memorial Garden, if there was a vision for design
elements, plants, pathways, etc., and Ros said nothing currently existed.
Interested parties submitted a picture of the park bench they were interested in
purchasing. Current vendors who provide granite bench products were contacted
regarding pricing and availability of the granite benches. Staff explored two different
locations for the memorial bench with the interested parties, as they decided to remain
with the current garden perimeters. Staff is waiting for final pricing to work with donators
on the final bench option.
Financial/Budget:
There is no cost to the City.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends the Parks & Trails Commission review this resident request for the
Memorial Garden
Commission Action:
No formal commission action is needed at this time.
Attachments:
3a and 3b
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MEMORANDUM
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DATE October 13, 2015
TO Brad Martens
CC City Council, Planning Commission, Parks & Trails Commission
FROM Kendra Lindahl, City Planner
RE Active Corcoran Planning Applications
The following is a summary of project status for current, active projects:
1. Tom Spanier request for an After-the-fact Variance and Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for an
accessory building at 10520 Cain Road (PID 02-119-23-23-0004) (City file no. 15-019). The
applicant is requesting approval for an after-the-fact variance for the existing building that was not
constructed in compliance with the setback requirements in place at the time of construction. The
applicant is requesting a CUP for an addition that exceeds the sidewall height. The item was tabled at
the October 1st Planning Commission meeting and continued to the November 5th meeting for a public
hearing. The City Council is expected to act on this request at their November 23rd meeting.
2. “Ravinia” Easement Vacation (City file no. 15-020). Lennar is requesting vacation of two drainage
and utility easements. These are clean up issues and the old easements are no longer needed as the
platting process is providing the required easements along lot lines and over waterbodies. The public
hearing tabled at the October 8th City Council meeting and continued to the November 23rd meeting.
3. Design Guidelines Update for Southeast District/Downtown (city file 15-021). The City received
funding from Hennepin County for this project. The Project Management Team (PMT) includes the
city administrator, city planner and Hennepin County staff. The Citizen Advisory Team (CAT) met on
October 5th and we will be holding a Community Workshop on October 13th. The work will be
completed by January 2016. A second community open house will be held in January. The City could
then hold a public hearing for adoption in March of 2016.
Also, there are a number of projects that have been approved, but are still not filed and closed out:
1. Corcoran Business Park (City file 06-005). The City Council granted a one year extension to the
final plat approval, which expired on April 12, 2011. Staff has spoken to the applicant and is still
working to close out this project. Staff has spoken to the applicant and will schedule a meeting when
more information is available on the Loretto sewer project.
2. Hope Ministries Conditional Use Permit for Cemetery and Vacation of Drainage & Utility
Easement at 19951 Oswald Farm Road (City file 12-002). Hope Ministries submitted a request for a
conditional use permit to allow a cemetery west of the existing church. The application was approved
by the City Council on March 22nd and site work had begun. The letter of credit for site improvements
has been released but we are holding the escrow pending completion of the approved landscaping.
The applicant has indicated that they are considering a site plan amendment application to modify the
approved plans. Staff met again with Pastor Brian Lother in December to try to finalize this issue and
address some other questions or concerns from him. We hope to be able to wrap this up in the near
future.
3. Lano Equipment at 23580 Highway 55 Site Plan Modifications for Cold Storage Building. (31-
119-23-34-0007) (13-006). This item was approved by the City Council on July 11th. All required
Agenda Item 8a.
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improvements have been made. Staff has reduced the letter of credit and is keeping a very small
letter of credit in place to ensure the landscaping survives one year as required by the City Code.
4. Ess Brothers Site Plan Amendment and Conditional Use Permit Amendment for an accessory
building at 9350 County Road (PID # 07-119-23-43-0004) (City File No. 13-031) The applicant
requested approval of a 5,500 square feet detached, accessory building with 20-foot sidewalls. The
City Council approved this item on January 23rd. The applicant must comply with all conditions of
approval (which require landscaping improvements) and then staff will inspect before refunding any
remaining escrow. The landowner recently contacted staff and is working to address the outstanding
landscape requirements.
5. Fox Ridge 2nd Addition Final Plat at 9495 Trail Haven Road (PID 09-119-23-41-0011) (City File 14-
006). This final plat application for a final plat of Outlot A, Baumeister 3rd Addition was approved by
the City Council on May 22nd. The applicant will prepare mylars for signature and filing. After the
documents are filed, the remaining escrow can be released.
6. Sawgrass Preliminary Plat, Preliminary PUD Development Plan and Rezoning for on Schendel
property at 20400 County Road 10 (City file 14-027). The City Council approved the request on
December 11, 2014 and granted the applicant 2 years to apply for the final plat and final PUD
development plan. Peachtree Partners did not buy the property, but a different developer could still
proceed with the approved plan. The next step would be for a developer to submit a final PUD plan
and plat prior to expiration of the approvals on December 11, 2016.
7. Corcoran Public Works Site Plan Amendment and Variance (city file 15-006). The site plan
amendment and variance are to grant after-the-fact approvals for changes to the approved site plan
that were made in the field and generally authorized by the subcommittee. The gravel drive and
storage area that was added on the south area of the fenced yard requires a variance. The item was
reviewed at a public hearing at the April 2nd Planning Commission meeting and Council approved the
request at the April 23rd meeting. Final landscaping and close out issues will occur this summer.
8. Commercial Door Addition at 7670 Commerce Street (City file 15-010) The City received an
application for approval of a building addition, which required a conditional use permit, interim use
permit, variance and site plan approval. The project was reviewed at a public hearing at the June 4th
Planning Commission meeting and was approved by the City Council on June 25th. The applicant is
working to address the approval conditions.
9. Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for a new Verizon Monopole at 23605 Co Rd 50 (PID30-
119-23-21-0001) (City File 15-016). Verizon has requested a conditional use permit and site plan for
a new telecommunications tower on the Gleason property located at the southwest corner of County
Roads 19 & 50. The public hearing was held at the Planning Commission on July 7th and they voted
unanimously to recommend approval. The City Council approved this item on July 23rd. The
applicant is working to address the conditions of approval and then will apply for a building permit.
10. “Strehler Estates” Preliminary Plat and Ordinance Amendment (PID 17-119-23-32-0004) (city file
no. 15-017). The applicant submitted a request for approval of a preliminary plat to create 4 lots and
an ordinance amendment to allow a private drive for property at 22900 Strehler Road. The Planning
Commission held a public hearing on September 3rd and voted unanimously to recommend approval.
The City Council approved the ordinance amendment (with two modifications) and the preliminary plat
on October 8th.
11. “Fehn Meadows” Preliminary Plat and Final Plat at 20909 County Road Number 117 (PID # 03-
119-23-12-0002 and PID 03-119-23-13-0001) (city file no. 15-018). The applicant is requesting
approval of a plat to readjust the lot lines between two parcels to create one lot and one outlot. The
Planning Commission held a public hearing on September 3rd and voted unanimously to recommend
approval. The City Council approved the preliminary plat and final plat on October 8th.
MEMORANDUM 3
Finally, there are a few projects that have not yet been started but have been identified as action items or
future projects. The City Council did not identify these items as 2015 priority projects:
1. City-Initiated Park Dedication Ordinance Update (City File 14-007). Staff was directed to bring
back other potential amendments for consideration in 2015, including revisions to clarify whether or
not existing homes are subject to park dedication when part of a plat, how to ensure that land
dedication in the rural areas is fairly required and a review of our park dedication requirements.
9a.
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MEMO
Meeting Date: October 20, 2015
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Brad Martens, City Administrator
Re: City Council Report
______________________________________________________________________
The Parks and Trails Commission last met on September 15, 2015. The following is a
recap of some of the items discussed at City Council meetings since that time. A full
recap can be found by reviewing the approved City Council minutes on the website
September 24, 2015
• Student Commissioner Application – Karin Beck
o Appointed Karin Beck to the Parks and Trails Commission as a student
member.
• Public Safety Report – Trail Haven Road
o Council was updated on the recent directed patrol on Trail Haven Road.
• Downtown Lift Station and Trunk Costs
o Council reviewed possible options to locate the lift station for the
downtown utility and street improvement project. Council directed staff to
plan for the location on the Total Control Solutions property. This would
serve additional area if developed beyond the downtown.
• Assessment Public Hearing – Downtown Street and Utility Project
o Called an assessment hearing for the October 22nd meeting.
• Paving Gravel Collector Roads
o Reviewed a comprehensive packet of information on the subject. Council
directed staff to bring back a plan to pave segments of Trail Haven Road
and Larkin Road/Willow Drive with a blended funding approach.
• Hanover Volunteer Fire Department – Fire Protection Contract
o Approved a new three year agreement with the Hanover Fire Department.
9a.
• Consideration of NWHHSC Membership
o Approved a resolution withdrawing from the Northwest Hennepin Human
Services Council.
• City Council Compensation
o Reviewed information presented by staff. Directed staff to include a few
additional sources of information for comparison.
October 8, 2015
• Speed Sign Update
o Heard an update from staff on types of electronic speed signs. The Police
Department is looking into options.
• Design Guidelines Update
o Staff updated the Council on the progress of the Community Advisory
Team (CAT) and spoke of the upcoming community design workshop on
Tuesday, October 13th.
• Preliminary Plat and Ordinance Amendment for “Strehler Estates” for property at
22900 Strehler Road
o Approved an ordinance amendment to allow private driveways in the rural
residential portion of the City, if the Council finds that a public street
connection is not required for the public street network.
o Approved a preliminary plat to create four lots from the 80.06 acre lot, one
of which is for an existing home.
• Preliminary Plat and Final Plat for “Fehn Meadows” at 20909 County Road 117
o Approved a preliminary and final plat to create a 10 acre lot and one 63
acre outlot.
• Public Hearing – Lennar Vacation of Easement for Ravinia
o Opened the public hearing; continued the hearing for November 12th to
allow for Lennar to also have the hearing for an additional easement
vacation.
• Public Hearing – Certifying Delinquent Fees to Hennepin County
o Held the public hearing; approved resolutions certifying delinquent fees for
recycling, dust control, and property maintenance.
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CITY OF CORCORAN
PARK CAPITAL FUND REPORT
October 13, 2015
Date Park
Dedication
Memorial
Park
Maintenance
01/15 Beginning Balance 2015 355,191.13 10,644.95
06/15 Garden Gate `(140.00)
06/15 Garden Gate (180.00)
03/15 Interest earned 1.33
04/15 Interest earned 0.18
06/15 Interest earned 1.15
08/15 Garden Gate (392.50)
08/15 Park Dedciation - Fox Ridge 2nd 3,000.00
07/15 Interest earned 0.08
2015 YTD ACTIVITY 358,193.87 9,932.45
ENDING BALANCE 358,193.87 9,932.45 368,126.32
CASH FUNDS
CITY OF CORCORAN
FARMERS STATE SAVINGS
September 9, 2015
Savings
Date Expense Interest Revenue Balance
1/2015 Beginning Balance
6/2015 Garden Gate (140.00) 10,504.95
6/2015 Garden Gate (180.00) 10,324.95
8/2015 Garden Gate (392.50) 9,932.45
(6,830.14)$ 221.65$ 16,540.94$ 9,932.45$ TOTAL