07-17-2023 City Council Regular Meeting MinutesCHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
JULY 17, 2023
Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of
Allegiance.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ryan, Councilwoman Schubert, Councilman
McDonald, Councilman von Oven, and Councilman Kimber.
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: Laurie Hokkanen, City Manager; Matt Unmacht, Assistant City Manager;
Eric Maass, Planning Director; Charlie Howley, Public Works Director/City Engineer; Jerry
Ruegemer, Park & Recreation Director; Bob Generous, Senior Planner; Ari Lyksett,
Communications Director; Samantha DiMaggio, Economic Development Manager; Amy
Schmidt, City Attorney, and Kim Meuwissen, City Clerk.
PUBLIC PRESENT:
Judy Harder, 551 West 78th Street
Thomas Meyers, 11501 Northlake Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45255
Megan Eaton, Life Time, Inc., 2302 Corporate Place
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS: None.
CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman McDonald, Councilman von Oven seconded that the
City Council approve the following consent agenda items 1 through 14 pursuant to the City
Manager’s recommendations:
1. Approve City Council Minutes dated June 26, 2023
2. Receive Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes dated May 23, 2023
3. Receive Environmental Commission Minutes dated May 10, 2023
4. Approve Claims Paid July 17, 2023
5. Approve Officer Change for CL Sushi 568, Inc. as it Relates to the On-Sale Wine and Malt
Liquor Licenses for Kai’s Sushi & Grill located at 586 West 78th Street, and approve a
request to expand the licensed premises to include the patio immediately contiguous to the
restaurant.
6. Approve a Massage Therapy Business License for N. Gioi Life LLC, located at 8951
Crossroads Boulevard, Suite 207 (My Salon Suite)
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7. Approve a Massage Therapy Business License for Jaime DeBoer, LLC, located at 8951
Crossroads Boulevard, Suite 206 (My Salon Suite)
8. Approve a Massage Therapy License for Meraki Massage & Wellness, located at 8951
Crossroads Boulevard, Suite 205 (My Salon Suites)
9. Approve Temporary On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Hackamore Invitational Brew
Fest Event, August 26, 2023, Hackamore Brewing Company
10. Approve Proposal from HKGi to provide Design Services for the Site Improvements for
Civic Campus
11. Resolution 2023-57: Designate No Parking Along Both Sides of Galpin Boulevard
12. Resolution 2023-58: Authorize execution of an Aquatic Invasive Species Watercraft
Inspection Agreement with Carver County
13. Resolution 2023-59: Approve Cooperative Agreement with MCES related to the Lift Station
#3 Forcemain Replacement Project
14. Resolution 2023-60: Authorize entering into a Professional Services Agreement with SRF
for the Design Phase of the Minnetonka Middle School West (MMSW) Roundabout Project
All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS.
Judy Harder, 551 West 78th Street, shared that she appreciates the trees in Chanhassen, but some
trees in the right-of-way look dead or unhealthy. She would like to make sure new trees are
planted and would like to help with the planting.
Tom Meyers of Phillips Edison encouraged the city council to remain progressive, especially
post-COVID-19. He stated that drive-throughs, including fast-casual dining restaurants, are
important for retailers post-COVID. He encouraged staff members to table the moratorium. He
feels Zupa’s would be a good community partner, noting that Zupa’s location and design need to
remain the same and should not impact the flow of customers at Lunds and Byerlys.
PUBLIC HEARINGS. None.
GENERAL BUSINESS.
1. Consider a request for a Site Plan approval to build an indoor Pickleball facility and
outdoor courts for the property located at 2970 Water Tower Place, Life Time Fitness,
Inc.
Planning Director Eric Maass shared the site plan for the pickleball facility at Life Time Fitness
located at 2301 Corporate Place in Chanhassen. This location would have one organization
sharing parking, which seems sufficient. Mr. Maass shared the City Code / PUD Review, noting
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they require 50 parking spaces, which are available through Life Time Fitness and the corporate
office building parking. The light fixtures need to be updated at the cut-off angle of 90 degrees or
less. The applicant is aware of this necessary change.
Mayor Ryan asked the City Council if there were any questions. Ms. Ryan invited the applicant
to come forward.
Megan Eaton, Senior Director of Real Estate Development of Life Time Fitness, shared that
pickleball is a growing sport across the country, and Life Time Fitness achieved the status as the
#1 operator of pickleball in the nation. She shared images of updated renderings and current
existing conditions. She presented the building materials to encourage natural design and
renderings from multiple different directions so staff could see the planned changes. The
proposed operations are between dusk to closing.
Mayor Ryan stated that pickleball is growing in popularity in Chanhassen. She thanked staff for
their hard work in bringing the project forward.
Councilwoman Schubert moved, Councilman Kimber seconded that the Chanhassen City
Council approve the proposed site plan to build an indoor pickleball facility and outdoor
courts for property located at 2970 Water Tower Place subject to the conditions of
approval and adopt the findings of fact and recommendation.
2. Ordinance 712: Consider a Six-Month Moratorium on Land Use Applications for
Properties Zoned Central Business District (CBD) to Study Allowed Uses
Planning Director Eric Maass shared the details of the moratorium. The moratorium would be in
place until January 23, 2024, or the date of adoption of updated allowed uses in the CBD. Staff
will take steps to review and update the CBD Zoning District during a workshop on July 24,
2023. Staff will also work with business partners throughout the moratorium.
Councilman McDonald previously agreed with the moratorium. He shared updated concerns
about including the Zupas development in the Lunds and Byerlys development. He stated there
had been pushes for development in certain areas for years, including at the Target Shopping
Center. He recommended that if the moratorium moves forward, it should only apply to the
property on West 78th Street from Kerber Boulevard to the east, where a majority of
development occurs. He encouraged that the Café Zupas development move forward.
Councilman von Oven asked if there were existing preliminary plats meeting the exemptions.
Mr. Maass stated no. Councilman von Oven stated he was still in favor of the moratorium.
Councilwoman Schubert shared that citizens seem split on the addition of Café Zupas. She stated
she is in favor of the moratorium to eliminate the trend of quick building in favor of thoughtful
building plans.
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Councilman Kimber shared that residents want downtown Chanhassen to be a walking space. He
stated there is a good opportunity to define how the downtown should be developed. He supports
the moratorium, including the six-month deadline.
Mayor Ryan shared that the Council wants to invest in the city to ensure the development is
appropriate for the ideal downtown.
Councilman Kimber moved, Councilman von Oven seconded that the Chanhassen City
Council adopts an Interim Ordinance temporarily prohibiting development within the area
zoned as Central Business District. The motion carried with a vote of 4 to 1. Councilman
McDonald voted nay.
COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS.
Mayor Ryan thanked city staff, the fire department, the police, the Rotary, and other community
partners for their hard work and effort during the 40th anniversary 4th of July event.
ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS. None.
CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION.
1. Letter from Arbor Day Foundation Congratulating Chanhassen on receiving a 2022
Tree City USA Growth Award
ADJOURNMENT
Councilman Kimber moved, Councilwoman Schubert seconded to adjourn the meeting. All
voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0. The City Council
meeting was adjourned at 7:39 p.m.
Submitted by Laurie Hokkanen
City Manager
Prepared by Kim Meuwissen
City Clerk