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Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission Agenda
September 20, 2016 - 7:00pm
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Agenda Approval
4. Minutes
a. Minutes – July 19, 2016*
5. Open Forum
6. Presentations
7. Unfinished Business
8. New Business
a. Speed Limit Near City Park*
9. Reports/Information
a. Pollinator Conference Notes – Sharon Meister*
b. Meister Field improvement project*
c. Ravinia Neighborhood Park Design Update
d. Active Planning Applications – Informational only*
10. Subcommittee & Miscellaneous Reports
a. City Council Report – Mayor Guenthner*
b. Garden Club Report
c. Park Dedication Fund*
11. Other Business/Announcements
12. Commissioner Liaison Calendar
City Council Meetings
9/22/16 10/13/16 10/27/16 11/10/16 11/24/16
Krueger Meister Anderson Strehler Robran
13. Adjournment
*Includes Materials - Materials relating to these agenda items can be found in the House Agenda Packet by
door.
CITY OF CORCORAN
Item 4a.
b.
Parks and Trails Commission Meeting Minutes
June 21, 2016 - 7:00pm
The Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission met on April 19, 2016, at City Hall in Corcoran, MN.
Present were, Commissioners - Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Strehler, and Student
Commissioner Beck. Commissioner Robran arrived at 7:14 pm.
Absent: Commissioner Regan
Also present were City Administrator Martens and Seasonal Recreation Coordinator Kesselring.
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
Chairperson Anderson called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Chairperson Anderson invited all in attendance to rise and join in the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Agenda Approval
a. Agenda
Motion: Made by Krueger, seconded by Nybo, to approve the agenda as presented.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, and Strehler
(Motion carried 5:0)
4. Minutes
a. Minutes – June 21, 2016
Motion: Made by Nybo, seconded by Krueger, to approve the minutes as presented.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, and Strehler
(Motion carried 5:0)
5. Open Forum - None
6. Presentations – None
a. Kevin Dale – Corcoran Athletic Association
Kevin Dale of the Corcoran Athletic Association presented a check for $14,000 from the
association towards the purchase of the scoreboard for Snyder Field. Mr. Dale provided a recap
of the 2016 baseball season. Commissioners thanked Mr. Dale for his efforts in raising funds for
the scoreboard project and for his work in the Corcoran Athletic Association.
7. Old/Unfinished Business
8. New Business
a. Night to Unite Event Update
City Administrator Martens provided an update on the planned activities for the upcoming event
taking place on August 2nd.
b. Meister Field Improvement Project
City Administrator Martens updated the commission on the downtown utility and street improvement
project which involves trenching through Meister Field to reach the new lift station. The project
includes taking down the fence on the field and putting it back up after completion. Recently staff
met out at the field to prepare for the impacts and through that discussion feel that the fence is not
in adequate condition to put back up and it is recommended for replacement. Commission
members discussed the proposal as well as overall park design for the future.
Motion: Made by Nybo, seconded by Krueger, to recommend replacement of the fence using non-
park dedication funds.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Robran, and Strehler
(Motion carried 6:0)
CITY OF CORCORAN
Item 4a.
b.
9. Reports/Information
a. Possible Student Project – Landscape Architect for Park Design
Seasonal Recreation Coordinator Kesselring informed Commissioners that in order to receive the
product the City is looking for, a professional landscape architect would be required. The estimat ed
cost for providing a design and construction estimate would be $7,000 - $10,000. Commissioners
discussed the opportunity hire a landscape architect and the possible use of park dedication funds.
Motion: Made by Robran, seconded by Nybo, to recommend the City move forward with drafting a
request for proposal to hire a landscape architect to complete a draft design and construction
budget for the Ravinia neighborhood park.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Robran, and Strehler
(Motion carried 6:0)
b. Active Planning Applications – Informational only, no action taken
10. Subcommittee and Miscellaneous Reports
a. City Council Report
The Report was reviewed by the Commission.
b. Park Dedication Fund – Informational only
11. Other Business/Announcements
Chair Anderson updated the Commission on the progress of the garden club which includes an
upcoming garden tour.
Seasonal Recreation Coordinator Kesselring provided an update on the recreation open forum that
took place before the meeting.
Commissioner Robran provided an update on the upcoming Country Daze event. Commissioners
discussed the City table to be held at the event.
12. Commissioner Liaison Calendar
Commissioners reviewed the calendar. Commissioner Strehler will attend the July 28th Council
meeting and Commissioner Robran will attend the August 11th City Council meeting.
13. Adjournment
Motion: Made by Krueger, seconded by Meister, to adjourn the meeting at 8:19 pm.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Robran, and Strehler
(Motion carried 6:0)
Submitted by
Brad Martens City Administrator
8a.
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: September 20, 2016
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Brad Martens, City Administrator
Re: Speed Limit Near City Park
______________________________________________________________________
Commissioner Nybo has requested that the Commission discuss the speed limits near City
Park. Attached is a diagram showing the existing speed limits at various locations adjacent to
the park.
Attachments:
1.Existing speed limits near City Park
Existing speed limit near City Park
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9a.
Pollinator Conference Notes
Aug 18, 2016
Keynote speaker: Emma Marris “Pollination in the Anthropocene”
She made a point to stop fighting invasive plants with $ and chemicals.
*Livestock take up more space than invasives
*We need to collaborate with nature during climate change adaptations. Trying to
keep things the same will make ecosystems more fragile in the end.
*Plant competition from invasives won’t kill natives but add to diversity. Natives
will take over again after decades.
*Yanking out invasives is delaying evolutionary process.
*Streetlights disrupt moth pollinators.
*Undeveloped acreage much more important than purity of pollinator source.
* “Weedy areas” are a good place to play. Kids aren’t free to play and pick
flowers in maintained parks.
*There is a physical/mental health rationale for nature exposure.
*Habitat loss and the “purest view” of nature means we may lose the next
generation of kids to the indoors.
Dan Cariveau U of M “Native Pollinators”
Bees and flowering plants co-evolved 123 million years ago. Bees and flowers are
tightly linked and can’t be separated.
Honey and bumble bees have a Corbicula on females’ hind legs to pack pollen or tree
resins on.
Honey bees’ hair also barbed for packing on pollen.
Pollination: Pollen carried from Anther to Stigma of flower.
87% of plants need pollination, 1/3 of crops. Most nutritious foods need pollination by
bees.
Bees are the most abundant pollinator.
By species, bees are either doing well or struggling.
Cities are higher in species diversity than rural areas. They have more floral
resources. (Yikes!)
Backyards will have an impact. Need to find plants that are most nutritious to bees.
9a.
Marla Spivak
Bees scrape off plant resins with mandibles, place on hind legs, remove in hive with
help from other bees.
Resin becomes “propolis envelope” it
*protects hive and bees’ immune systems
*Cottonwood is the largest source populous deltoids
*Will collect more to fight disease
James Wolfin U researcher
Flowers most visited – violet colored
No single flower has every nutrient
Best lawns: Hard fescue with clover, self heal and creeping thyme. Aeration good.
Dutch White clover-37 species of bees visit. Excellent source of nectar and pollen.
Self Heal- better for larger, long-tongued bees
Creeping thyme-smaller bees
Colleen Satyshur U researcher
Bees nest in plant stems from last years’ growth. Leave some in garden. Esp. Monarda
and Sunflower.
Standing, non-decaying wood preferred for nesting.
Most nest in ground.
Ian Lane U researcher
Bees can only travel so far between food sources, best to have many prairie sites
in a corridor.
Rebecca Masterson U of M
“Plant Seeds to Help Bees”
9a.
Planted Hexaplots in Osceola with help from local students. Comparing success by
weighing hives.
Have “Pollinator Ambassadors” program for High School students
Marla Spivak (answer to question)
Yes, farmers should plant buffer strips with flowers even if they may be effected
by pesticides.
Karl Foord U of M
“Forage needs of pollinators”
Willows- early bloomers, very important
Red Maple (Not “Autumn Blaze” lack flowers)
Amelanchier
Red Bud- plant near woods
Prunus- best family of trees
Gooseberry/Current
Ninebark- heat tolerant
Raspberries-excellent nectar and pollen source
Prairie Restoration
Year 2 of plot can expect many Black eyed Susans: ecological succession in effect
Prairie Moon
“Insectopia Mix” of seeds for sale. Good for farmers since plants attract insects that
parasitize pests.
Also speakers from State Capitol (called new gardens “Butterfly Gardens” not bee) to
get approval, Metro Blooms (Alley way project), Woodhill Country Club (Wow a
Pollinator Meadow with a path for picking flowers and a bench for sitting.) and Great
River Energy (plantings near power lines and solar gardens)
Also mentioned importance of grasses for Skipper Butterflies (mostly the four in our
mix!)
9b.
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: September 20, 2016
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Brad Martens, City Administrator
Re: Meister Field Improvement Project
______________________________________________________________________
At the June 21, 2016 meeting, staff presented an opportunity to replace fencing around Meister
Field following the downtown utility and street improvement project. The Commission approved
a motion recommending replacement of the fence using non-park dedication funds.
Since that time staff has received quotes for the replacement in the range of $40,000 which was
much higher than anticipated. Due to the high cost and lack of available funds, the project has
been abandoned at this time.
Attachments:
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MEMORANDUM
105 South Fifth Street,
Suite 513
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Tel: 612-252-9070
Fax: 612-252-9077
www.landform.net
DATE August 16, 2016
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.Park Place Storage request for Rezoning, Variance, Conditional Use Permit, Site Plan and
Preliminary Plat (City file 16-002). The City Council reviewed a sketch plan last year for expansion of
the existing mini-storage facility. The applicant has submitted the application, but is working to provide
additional information for completeness. The item is tentatively scheduled for a public hearing on
September 1st and City Council action on September 22nd.
2.Zoning Ordinance Amendment to allow Solar Gardens (city file 16-008). Staff received a written
request and escrow from Potentia Solar, Inc. to consider an amendment to allow solar gardens in the
City of Corcoran. They have specifically requested that they be allowed in the UR zoning district, but
staff prepared a number of issues for City Council for direction. The Council reviewed the key issues at
the March 24th Council meeting and directed staff to schedule a work session. The work session was
held on May 25th and on May 26th the Council directed staff to bring a draft to the June 23rd City
Council meeting. On June 23, the Council directed staff to schedule a public hearing at the August 4th
Planning Commission. The Planning Commission recommended approval and the item is scheduled
for City Council consideration on August 25th.
3.Interim Use Permit for a Conditional Home Occupation License for an upholstery business
(Designers Choice Upholstery) located at 20125 County Road 117 (PID 02-119-23-12-0005) (city
file no. 16-013). The applicant is incomplete, but will be scheduled for a public hearing at the Planning
Commission and City Council review when complete.
4.Subdivision Ordinance Amendment (16-017). At its June 14th meeting, the City Council authorized
staff to conduct a review of the subdivision ordinance to update and simplify the procedure for lot line
adjustments and minor subdivisions and to ensure consistency with the Minnesota State Statutes. A
draft was presented at the June 23rd City Council meeting. The Planning Commission recommended
approval after the public hearing at the August 4th Planning Commission and the item is scheduled for
Council consideration on August 25th.
5.Maple Hill Estates Sign Variance (16-018). Maple Hill Estates and Hope Community Center have
submitted a variance application to allow a new freestanding at the entrance to Maple Hill Estates. The
item was reviewed at the August 4th Planning Commission and is scheduled for Council consideration
on August 25th.
6.Zoning Ordinance update to Floodplain Regulations (Section 1050.030 and 1020.020) (City file
16-019). In early May 2016, the City of Corcoran was notified that FEMA (Federal Emergency
Management Agency) recently completed an update to its floodplain maps and that the City is required
to update its existing floodplain ordinance in response. The floodplain ordinance must be updated by
November 4, 2016 in order for Corcoran property owners to continue purchasing flood insurance
coverage through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Through the MnDNR (Minnesota
Agenda Item 9d.
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Department of Natural Resources), FEMA has provided a model ordinance which the City must adopt.
Some modifications are permitted to address the unique characteristics of the City. The Planning
Commission recommended approval after the public hearing at the August 4th Planning Commission
and the item is scheduled for Council consideration on August 25th.
7. IUP for Commercial Kennel for Daniel Benjamin at 19520 Stieg Road (City File 16-020). Daniel
Benjamin has submitted an application for an IUP for a commercial kennel. The kennel would be
located on his property, would be owned and operated by him and would have employees. The
Planning Commission recommended approval after the public hearing at the August 4th Planning
Commission and the item is scheduled for Council consideration on August 25th.
8. Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Temporary Family Health Care Dwellings of 2016 opt-out
(city file 16-021). On May 12, 2016, Governor Dayton signed a bill creating a new process for
landowners to place mobile residential dwellings on their property to serve as a temporary family
health care dwelling. These are different from Accessory Dwelling Units that cities like Corcoran allow.
Communities must opt out of the requirements or they will be required to allow the temporary dwellings
when the law goes into effect September 1, 2016. If a city does not opt out, cities must be prepared to
accept applications, must have determined a permit fee amount (if the city wants to have an amount
different than the law’s default amount), and must be ready to process the permits in accordance with
the short timeline required by the law. At their July 14 meeting, the City Council directed staff to
schedule a public hearing at the August 4th Planning Commission meeting. The Planning Commission
recommended approval after the public hearing at the August 4th Planning Commission and the item
is scheduled for Council consideration on August 25th.
9. Lennar Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Schwalbe property (city file 16-022). Lennar has
submitted an application for consideration of a land use guide plan amendment to reclassify the
property from Existing Residential to Low Density Residential. If approved, they would apply for a
preliminary plat and PUD amendment to incorporate the property into the Ravinia development. The
item is scheduled for a public hearing at the September 1st Planning Commission meeting and City
Council action on September 25th.
10. Residential Design Standards. The Zoning Ordinance provides design standards for all new single
family homes. Recently, the City Council approved some changes to those standards for the Ravinia
development and asked staff to consider changes to the section. Staff will bring draft language to the
Council for their consideration at the September 22nd meeting.
11. Industrial Lot Standards. Staff received a request from the property owner at 19905 75th Avenue to
consider changes to the minimum lot size standards in the Industrial zoning districts. Staff will prepare
a summary of the issues for City Council consideration at the August 25th meeting.
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. 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
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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.
4. 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 required
landscaping will be finalized and constructed after the downtown infrastructure project is completed.
The City will release the remaining escrow when the planting is completed.
5. 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 building
permit has been issued.
6. “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. The final plat
has been filed at Hennepin County and staff will begin closing out the file.
7. “Strehler Estates” Final Plat (PID 17-119-23-32-0004) (city file no. 16-001). 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 City Council approved both items on
October 8th. The final plat was approved by the City Council at the January 28th meeting. The applicant
is working to address the conditions of approval and then will record the final plat at Hennepin County.
8. Private Drive Ordinance Amendment (City file 16-003). The City Council approved an ordinance
amendment allowing private drives in the Rural Residential district, subject to certain conditions.
However, after adoption the City Council directed staff to revisit this issue and consider an ordinance
amendment to eliminate the requirement that private drives off paved roads must be paved. The City
Council approved the amendment on May 26th. The Council also identified additional issues that
should be reviewed and discussed at a future date.
9. Randahl Construction Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Amendment at 7241 CR 116 (City
file 16-012). Randahl Construction has submitted an application for approval of a CUP and site plan
amendment for outside storage at the old Heidi’s property. The application was reviewed at a public
hearing and recommended for approval at the June 2nd Planning Commission meeting. The City
Council approved the item at the June 23rd meeting.
12. Ravinia 5th Addition Final Plat, PUD Final Plan and Vacation (City file 16-015). Lennar has
submitted an application for 47 single family home lots and 3 outlots. The City Council approved the
item on July 28th.
13. Ravinia 6th Addition Final Plat, PUD Final Plan and Vacation (City file 16-016). Lennar has
submitted an application for 23 single family home lots and 2 outlots. The City Council approved the
item on July 28th.
10a.
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: September 20, 2016
To: Planning Commission
From: Brad Martens, City Administrator
Re: City Council Report
______________________________________________________________________
The Parks and Trails Commission last met on July 19, 2016. 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.
July 28, 2016 Council Meeting
2016 Fee Schedule Amendment
o Approved amendments to the fee schedule to update park dedication
ordinance fees and to establish non-residential water usage fees
Equipment Purchase – Bobcat Loader
o Approved the purchase and trade of a Bobcat Loader
Resolution 2016-62 Accepting Corcoran Athletic Association Donation
o Mayor Guenthner read aloud the resolution accepting a donation of
$14,000 from the Corcoran Athletic Association towards the installation of
a scoreboard at Snyder Field; Council shared their appreciation
Public Hearing – Vacation for Ravinia 5th Addition and Ravinia 6th Addition
o Council held the public hearing; approved the vacation of easements for
Ravinia 5th and 6th addition
Ravinia 5th and 6th Addition PUD Final Plan, Final Plat, and De velopment
Contract
o Council approved the PUD Final Plan, Final Plat, and Development
Contract; included was a condition clarifying the use of vinyl siding
Elm Creek Watershed Sub-watershed Assessment
o Approved a grant application and authorized $500 towards the completion
of a sub-watershed assessment
10a.
Financial Management Plan
o Heard a presentation from Tammy Omdal of Northland Securities on the
updated financial plan; Council discussed various financial assumptions
August 11, 2016 Work Session
The focus was on a possible new road assessment policy. The Council provided
direction to staff which will be incorporated into materials for the October 13 th work
session.
August 11, 2016 Council Meeting
Animal Control Process
o Public Safety Director Gottschalk informed the Council of the current
animal control process; Council requested information on the costs to
assist residents with animal control for consideration with the 2017 budget
Lawful Gambling Fund Donation Request – North Hennepin Pioneer Society
o Approved a $6,000 donation to the society out of the lawful gambling
contribution fund
Park Design Request for Proposals
o Authorized staff to complete a request for proposals to complete a draft
park design and construction budget for the Ravinia neighborhoo d park
Election Canvassing Date
o Council selected Tuesday, November 15th at 6:45 pm to hold a meeting to
canvas the results of the November 8th general election
Planning Commission Resignation – Rick Ravnholdt
o Council approved a resolution honoring departing commissioner Rick
Ravnholdt; directed staff to bring applications for the Planning
Commission for review at the August 25th meeting
Commission Meeting Video Recordings
o Directed staff to video record commission and work session meetings and
to place on the City’s website
August 25, 2016 Council Meeting
Police Officer Oath of Office – Cody Vojacek
o Officer Vojacek took the oath of office; Council welcomed Cody to the
organization.
Resolution 2016-66 – Accepting Donations for Night to Unite
o Approved the resolution accepting donations from 21 businesses totaling
$2,500
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Resolution 2016-67 – Accepting Donation for the Firearm Safety Program –
Hamel Lions
o Approved a resolution accepting a donation of $1,000 from the Hamel
Lions Club
Night to Unite Recap
o Was received by Council.
Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Solar
o Approved an ordinance amendment allowing community solar gardens in
the Urban Reserve district on parcels guided light industrial; an application
for approval will likely be reviewed in the near future
Subdivision Ordinance Amendment
o Approved ordinance amendments to streamline the process for lot line
adjustments and minor subdivisions
Maple Hill Estates Sign Variance
o Tabled the Sign Variance Resolution
Zoning Ordinance Update to Floodplain Regulations
o Approved an update to the floodplain requirements in the zoning
ordinance as required by FEMA
IUP for Commercial Kennel for Daniel Benjamin at 19520 Stieg Road
o Approved an interim use permit to allow the operation of a commercial
kennel
Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Temporary Family Health Care Dwellings of
2016 Opt-out
o Approved an amendment to the zoning ordinance to opt out of the
requirements of a recently approved state statute
Discussion of Industrial Zoning District Standards
o Reviewed a request from a landowner for consideration to reduce the
minimum lot sizes for commercial and light industrial properties; Council
directed staff to provide a staff recommendation and information on the
timing of this request
Request for Amended Grading Plan for U.S. Home Corporation for “Ravinia”
o Approved an amendment to the grading plan to allow for grading near the
Hunter neighborhood north of the “Larson” property
Planning Commission Appointment
o Approved an appointment of Jennifer Russell to the Planning Com mission
Labor Agreement Negotiation Process
o Appointed Mayor Guenthner to work with the City Administrator and Public
Safety Director to begin negotiations
10a.
September 8, 2016 Work Session
The focus was on the 2017 budget and employee benefit contributions prior to the
required adoption of the preliminary levy later this month. The comments from the
Council will be used to update the budget for consideration at the September 22 nd
meeting. After that point the levy can only be reduced.
September 8, 2016 Council Meeting
Open Forum
o Heard from Val Nybo who was representing the Northwest Area Jaycees;
Val informed the Council that the Jaycees have authorized a donation up
to $40,000 to the City for the installation of an electronic sign at City Hall.
A sub-committee will be formed to move the project forward.
Maple Hill Estates Sign Variance
o The variance request was tabled at the request of the applicant
Strategic Goal Update
o Council re-affirmed the work of the staff including remaining priorities for
2016
Industrial and Commercial Zoning District Standards
o Directed staff to work with the consultant completing the market study to
include a study on how our zoning standards could be improved to
increase investment
Consideration of No-Fault Sewer Backup Coverage
o Directed staff to move forward with steps necessary to purchase the
coverage
Attachments:
N/A
10c.
CITY OF CORCORAN
PARK CAPITAL FUND REPORT
September 13, 2016
Date Park
Dedication
Memorial
Park
Maintenance
01/16 2016 Beginning Balance 370,637.55 9,937.66
03/16 Garden Gate 300.00 (300.00)
03/16 Interest Earned 36.70 1.24
05/16 Garden Gate (180.00)
05/16 CST Dist-Mulch (362.40)
06/16 AIM Electronic (Scoreboard)(6,107.00)
06/16 Interest Earned 39.99 1.18
06/16 Interest Earned 0.15
07/16 Corcoran Athletic Assoc 14,000.00
07/16 MN Department of Revenue (250.00)
07/16 U of M Aboretum-Training (80.00)
08/16 Garden Gate (140.00)
08/16 AIM Electronic (Scoreboard)(14,248.00)
09/16 Milow Electric (3,885.00)
ENDING BALANCE 360,444.39 8,957.68 369,402.07
CASH FUNDS
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