CC WS 2020 01 13CHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION
JANUARY 13, 2020
Mayor Ryan called the work session to order at 5:25 p.m.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ryan, Councilwoman Tjornhom, Councilman
McDonald, and Councilwoman Coleman
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilman Campion
STAFF PRESENT: Todd Gerhardt, Jake Foster, Kate Aanenson, Todd Hoffman, Charlie
Howley, George Bender, Erik Henricksen, and Greg Sticha
PUBLIC PRESENT:
Spencer Cossalter SEH, 3535 Vadnais Center Drive, St. Paul
Lindsey Roberts McKenzie SEH, 3535 Vadnais Center Drive, St. Paul
Robert Boisclher 16924 68th Avenue No, Maple Grove
Liv Horneland 16924 68th Avenue No, Maple Grove
Kurt Hainbecker North American Properties
Mark Morris North American Properties
Darren Dobbins UD Architects
BLUFF CREEK PARTNERS DISCUSSION OF POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
Kate Aanenson provided background information and outlined the future planning process
schedule. Liv Horneland discussed present uses included in the PUD and background
information on North American Properties who are based out of Texas. She discussed issues
with the topography of the outlot for development potential for apartments and office/retail. A
representative from North American Properties provided background information on their
development in the Minnesota market and their belief that there is a need for apartment
development in Chanhassen. He outlined that they are estimating 220 apartments consisting of
studio, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom apartments at affordable rates. Kate Aanenson clarified the
city’s zoning regulations for this area of the city. Mayor Ryan asked for clarification of the
proposed retail being discussed and if development of the 7 acre outlot is contingent on
development of the property to the east of this outlot before encouraging the development team
to continue to work with city staff. The representation from North American Properties asked
for clarification on the council’s thoughts of locating an apartment building in this location and
height requirements.
KEY FINANCIAL STRATEGY: STUDY AND CONSIDER INFLOW AND
INFILTRATION (I&I) INITIATIVES.
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Erick Henricksen introduced Spencer Cossalter and Lindsey Roberts McKenzie with SEH who
provided highlights of the Inflow and Infiltration Study that was performed in 2019. Included in
the study is the surcharge program instituted by Metropolitan Council of Environmental
Services, sewage flow monitoring process, private infrastructure such as sump pumps and
foundation drains versus public infrastructure, and potential action items, both public and private
to address the identified I&I issues including an update to the sewer ordinance, develop and
implement public education program, implement a private property inspection program, and
prioritize sewer districts. Mayor Ryan asked for clarification of the City’s current sewer
ordinance. Spencer Cossalter explained their recommendation would be that the City establish a
point of sale inspection program and associated program costs of $366,000. Mayor Ryan asked
staff to explain the next steps moving forward.
REVIEW 2020 KEY FINANCIAL STRATEGIES LIST FOR PRIORITIZATION.
Todd Gerhardt asked if there were any additions to the key financial strategies list before
reviewing the list of priorities established by the City Council at their January 4th work session.
Mayor Ryan explained that under organization items all positions will remain the same.
Mayor Ryan adjourned the work session at 7:00 p.m.
Submitted by Todd Gerhardt
City Manager
Prepared by Nann Opheim