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Member Kvamme called the meeting to order at 7:00 p

CITY OF SAINT PETER

PLANNING AND ZONING SEPTEMBER 16, 2008

SAINT PETER COMMUNITY CENTER GOVERNOR’S ROOM

 

 

Chairperson Mary Ann Harty called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.  Members Harty, John Kvamme, Kim Schultz, Justin Simpson, and Kermit Swanson were present.  Staff Members present were Director of Community Development Russ Wille and Public Works Director Lewis Giesking.  Visitor present was Richard Black.

 

Agenda

 

A motion was made by Swanson, seconded by Kvamme to approve the agenda with the addition of IV.  Public Hearing.  All members voting aye, the agenda was approved as amended.

 

Minutes

 

A motion was made by Kvamme, seconded by Swanson to approve the minutes of August 7, 2008 with the adjournment time changed to 7:11 p.m.  All members voting aye, the minutes were approved as amended.

 

Public Hearing – Chapel View Subdivision

 

Harty opened the public hearing at 7:04 p.m. 

 

Wille stated that WELCO Development, LLC has submitted an application for Preliminary Plat of Chapel View Subdivision.  He said the Commission reviewed a draft copy of the preliminary plat at their August meeting.  Wille said that the developer was to take the comments of the Commission and Public Works staff to assist in the preparation of a preliminary plat that would meet the community standards and regulations.

 

Wille stated that the preliminary plat indicates a desire to create seven (7) parcels for immediate residential development.   He said the preliminary plat consists of 1)  no public streets shown/all roadways indicated are considered to be private drives/parking areas  2) access drive and resident parking provided within Outlot A, B & C and 3)  roadway accessing Nicollet Avenue is planned to be extended east of the Chapel View site to provide connectivity to the Church of St. Peter development.  

 

Wille said the applicant has submitted the appropriate drawings depicting the proposed installation of sanitary sewer, water, storm water, grading and surfacing plans.  Wille said representatives of the Public Works department have reviewed the plans and the final details of the drainage plan have been negotiated to meet the standards and practices of the City.  Wille added that to facilitate site drainage, it is necessary for the developer to obtain an easement from the Church of Saint Peter to allow for the installation of underground piping.

 

Harty closed the public hearing at 7:10 p.m.

 

Chapel View Subd. – Preliminary Plat

 

Wille recommended that the City Council approve the Preliminary Plat of Chapel View Subdivision submitted by WELCO Development, LLC.  He indicated that a Development Agreement was in the process of being drafted.

 

A motion was made by Kvamme, seconded by Schultz to introduce Resolution No. 2008 – 10 entitled, “Resolution Recommending Approval Of The Chapel View Subdivision Preliminary Plat”.  All members voting aye, the Resolution was passed and adopted.

 

Chapel View Subdivision – Final Plat

 

Discussion took place regarding park land dedication fees.  Wille stated that park land dedication fees would be collected for the platted lots only.  He said that park land dedication fees would be collected on the remaining lots as they are developed.

 

A motion was made by Swanson, seconded by Kvamme to introduce Resolution No. 2008 – 11 entitled, “Resolution Recommending Approval Of The Chapel View Subdivision Final Plat”.  Discussion followed and the subsequent additions were made;  1)  The final plat shall reflect the provision of a utility easement over and upon Outlot B  2)  The developer shall obtain and record an easement, granted by the Church of Saint Peter for the provision of a drainage easement necessary to serve the stormwater needs of the Chapel View Subdivision.  3)  The Planning & Zoning Commission recommends that the City Council accept Final Plat of Chapel View Subdivision subject to the conditions of this resolution. 

 With all members voting aye, the Resolution was passed as amended. 

 

Reports

 

Wille reported a preconstruction meeting is scheduled for Dranttel Street Construction tomorrow morning.  

 

Wille stated that Kwik Trip closed on the purchase of the motel property.  He stated that Autotronic’s owner Terry Tacheney has not decided whether to sell his property to Kwik Trip.

 

Wille stated that a preliminary cost for reconstruction of the eastern portion of Jefferson Avenue is being done.  Wille stated that improvements will be assessed to the property owners. 

 

Wille stated that Kentucky Fried Chicken will be under construction this fall.

 

Adjournment

 

A motion was made by Swanson, seconded by Schultz to adjourn.  All members voting aye, the meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    




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