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PARK CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
August 27, 2001
The meeting convened at 7:00 p.m.
Present at the meeting were Councilmembers Ron Latz, Susan Sanger, Sue Santa, Robert Young,
Chris Nelson, and Mayor Jeff Jacobs.
Staff present: Deputy City Manager(Mr. Pires), Director of Community Development (Mr.
Harmening), Economic Development Coordinator(Mr. Kleve), Supervisor of Planning and
Zoning (Ms. Jeremiah) and City Clerk (Ms. Reichert).
1. Park Commons Street Names
Ms. Jeremiah stated that staff recommended renaming Market Place as Grand Place and
renaming 38`h/39`h St. as Park Commons Drive. Staff felt the use of the historical names
previously discussed would cause much confusion among the public and that reinforcement of
the Park Commons image would be of some benefit. Councilmember Sanger inquired if the
Planning Commission had recommended reinforcing the town center name of Park Commons.
Ms. Jeremiah replied that the Planning Commission did not have an objection to the use of
`park' in any of the street names within the Park Commons area.
Councilmember Latz commented that he liked staff's analysis of the issues.
Mayor Jacobs was not concerned with the use of `park' in any of the names. He felt that Grand
Place would be acceptable
Councilmember Santa was concerned about the length of a street name of Park Commons Drive.
Councilmember Nelson stated that he does not agree with staff's recommendation and still
would prefer historical references to the street names.
Mayor Jacobs again concurred with the staff recommendation.
Ms. Jeremiah stated that they will place the renaming of Market St. on the agenda for September
4. She added that the renaming of 38-39`h St. may take longer as it will need a public hearing.
2. SW Highway 7 and Louisiana Update
Mr. Randy McKay of Frauenshuh and Dr. Saliterman were both present.
Mr. Kleve reported that due to tax reform, the available tax abatement has been reduced to
$350,000.
Mr. McKay stated that construction costs are also up and there is a gap of$550,000 in the $8
million project. He commented that this project will not work as presented and expressed his
disappointment. Mr. McKay reported that Frauenshuh will turn over the information they have
on the site to city staff to help facilitate any future development. He added that Frauenshuh may
be able to provide some assistance with moving the billboard.
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Dr. Saliterman expressed his desire to locate his practice on the site. He felt that the city's
expectation for the density on the site is too great. He added that he would like to be part of any
future developments on the site. Dr. Saliterman stated that the property could be subdivided.
Councilmember Latz had concerns regarding the billboard. He inquired about the cost of buying
out the property where the billboard was located.
Mr. Harmening stated that it would be possible to transfer the development nghts from
Frauenshuh directly to another developer. He commented that the office space may not be
feasible on the site given the current market conditions.
Councilmember Nelson inquired when the tax abatement approval sunset will happen. Mr.
Kleve responded that the tax abatement does not sunset, but is specific to medical office use.
Councilmember Nelson asked if the site would be acceptable for a WMEP school. Mr.
Harmening replied that the school has looked at it and that it could work as the school site.
Council would like to explore other options and opportunities for the site rather than just dealing
with the billboard removal.
Councilmember Nelson inquired if the city is required to keep an exclusive relationship with
Frauenshuh.
Mr. Harmening stated that staff was looking at legal options and will report back with findings.
3. Minnetonka Boulevard Striping Improvements
Ms. Hagen clanfied the options for restnping on both the west and east sides of Highway 100.
Council discussed the current parking on Minnetonka Boulevard as well as garages and alley
parking conditions.
The transportation planner for Hennepin County, Bob Byers, discussed Hennepin County's
perspective for stnping and that the County was in favor of putting in stnping.
Councilmember Santa would like to be sure that staff is communicating and coordinating with
each other in regards to the Texa Tonka study.
Council discussed installing edge stnping to create a shoulder area for bike travel on the area east
of Highway 100, therefore removing parking from both sides of Minnetonka Boulevard. They
also discussed installing a trail along the south side of Minnetonka Boulevard to connect the trail
to the regional Hutchinson Spur Trail. A public process will need to be started as this goes
forward.
4. 2002 Proposed Budget and 2001 Revised Budget
Ms. McGann explained that staff had been conservative with the figures they had used and have
now received news from the state that there is more revenue than was expected.
Council agreed with staff's budget recommendations. Several members of Council had specific
questions in regards to line items.
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Council directed staff to give a presentation on why city taxes need to be raised.
5. Draft 2002-2006 Capital Improvement Program
Mr. Rardin discussed the condition of the water and sewer infrastructure. He stated that
maintenance work will need to done but the system is sound.
Council discussed the difference between bond or MSA funding to pay for street repair,
sidewalks and trails
The police and fire pension fund will be used to replace the technology such as computers,
phone, radio, etc.
6. Communications
Staff informed Council that the Zoning Administrator, Mr. Scott Moore, will be leaving the city
7. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
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