WS 2001 01 22CHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION
JANUARY 22, 2001
Mayor Jansen called the work session to order at S:30 p.m.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Jansen, Councilman Labatt, Councilman Peterson and
Councilman Ayotte
STAFF PRESENT: Scott Botcher, Roger Knutson, Todd Gerhardt, Todd Hoffrnan, and Kate Aanenson
BLUFF CREEK OVERLAY DISTRICT DISCUSSION.
Kate Aanenson presented the history behind the Surface Water Management Plan. The time line and the
reasons behind creating the document. Councilman Ayotte asked for clarification on a number of items, i.e.
how the plan gets enforced. Kate Aanenson and Roger Knutson both stated that the ordinance is the tool
for enforcement, and that this plan is just an aid in planning. Kate Aanenson explained how density
transfer works as a planning tool. Roger Knutson discussed the legality of enforcing development issues.
Mayor Jansen asked about the property owned by Steiner Development at the comer of Highways 5 and
41, which was developed prior to the adoption of the ordinance and how that process had worked. Kate
Aanenson explained how the Watershed District can aid the city financially to complete projects along the
Bluff Creek corridor. Councilman Labatt asked for clarification on the difference between the primary and
secondary zone. Mayor Jansen stated that the City wants Bluff Creek to be available for the whole
community to enjoy, not just the property owners along the creek, and how does the City achieve that goal.
Todd Hoffman explained the plans for a trail corridor along the length of Bluff Creek and how the city is
proceeding with acquisition and development of that trail.
DISCUSSION OF AGENDA FOR JANUARY 22~ 2001 CITY COUNCIL MEETING.
Scott Botcher stated that the sheriff's contract had previously been approved and could be deleted from the
consent agenda. Councilman Labatt had questions regarding payments, i.e. Chanhassen Elementary to
replace a broken table, storage supplies and Carver County. Councilman Ayotte stated he would like a
presentation at a future meeting regarding the City's insurance costs.
Mayor Jansen adjourned the work session meeting at 6:30 p.m.
Submitted by Scott Botcher
City Manager
Prepared by Nann Opheim