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CHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
MARCH 13, 2006
Mayor Furlong called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.. The meeting was opened with the
Pledge to the Flag.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
Mayor Furlong, Councilman Lundquist, Councilwoman
Tjornhom and Councilman Peterson
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
Councilman Labatt
STAFF PRESENT:
Todd Gerhardt, Roger Knutson, Justin Miller, Kate Aanenson, Paul
Oehme, Lori Haak, and Don Asleson
PUBLIC PRESENT FOR ALL ITEMS:
David Jansen Chanhassen Villager
Jerry McDonald Planning Commission
Thomas Schwartz 7376 Bent Bow Trail
Julie & John Koch 471 Bighorn Drive
Deb Lloyd 7302 Laredo Drive
Janet Paulsen 7305 Laredo Drive
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Furlong announced that the City Council will be
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meeting on Monday, March 20 instead of March 27 as it’s regularly scheduled meeting date.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Mayor Furlong presented an amendment to item 1(d)-2. Janet Paulsen
asked that item 1(d) be pulled for discussion of the private street issue.
Councilman Peterson moved, Councilman Lundquist seconded to approve the following
consent agenda items pursuant to the City Manager’s recommendations:
a. Approval of Minutes:
-City Council Work Session Minutes dated February 27, 2006
-City Council Verbatim & Summary Minutes dated February 27, 2006
Receive Commission Minutes:
-Planning Commission Verbatim & Summary Minutes dated February 21, 2006
Resolution #2006-19:
b. 2006 Sealcoat Project 06-02: Approve Plans & Specifications,
Authorize Advertisement for Bids.
e. Accept $2,000 Donation from General Mills for Safety Camp.
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f. Accept Quote for 2006 Boulevard Tree Planting Program.
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g. Approve Certificate of Compliance for Market Square 2 Addition.
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
D. LIBERTY ON BLUFF CREEK, LOCATED EAST OF AUDUBON ROAD,
SOUTH OF LYMAN BOULEVARD AND NORTH OF PIONEER TRAIL:
1) FINAL PLAT APPROVAL.
2) APPROVAL OF PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT
CONTRACT.
Kate Aanenson addressed the issues of public and private streets, where parking is allowed and
impervious surface. Debbie Lloyd, 7302 Laredo Drive stated that the question was raised by
Janet Paulsen because the condition is not clear on the final plat. The condition does ask for
additional parking by allowing them to park on streets but it doesn’t say public streets.
Councilman Lundquist moved, Councilman Peterson seconded to approve the final plat,
plans and specifications and development contract for Liberty on Bluff Creek, amended to
include in condition 5 a third bullet point: Parking is not allowed on private streets. All
voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS:
None.
MUSA EXPANSION, BID PACKAGE #2 PROJECT 06-05: PUBLIC HEARING,
ORDER PREPARATION OF PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS.
Public Present:
Name Address
Jon Horn Kimley-Horn and Associates
Rick Dorsey 1551 Lyman Boulevard
Jeff Fox 5270 Howards Point Road
John Chadwick 11430 Zion Circle, Bloomington
Richard Palmiter D.R. Horton
Kevin Clark Town & Country Homes
Paul Oehme presented the staff report on this item and introduced Jon Horn with Kimley-Horn
and Associates who gave a power point presentation reviewing the construction project.
Councilman Lundquist asked for clarification of why costs are different now than what was
presented in the feasibility report. Mayor Furlong opened the public hearing. Rick Dorsey, 1551
Lyman Boulevard stated that he appreciates that the road is stopping at the edge of the property
but still has a question why the City does not hold off until the land use study is completed. If
approving this plan is fixing and locking that road in place, the location of the north collector
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road, and access onto and through his property will be fixed. Jeff Fox, representing the Jeff and
Terry Fox piece south of Lyman and the Fox Family parcel submitted letters and notice of appeal
for the record. He stated concerns with the location of the east/west collector road limiting
access through his parcels. He agreed with Mr. Dorsey in requesting that the council wait for the
results of the land use study before approving the road configuration. Kevin Clark, Vice
President of Land Development for Town and Country Homes, a K. Hovnanian Company
thanked the City Council, commissions and city staff for their work over the last 3 years and
encouraged the council to move ahead with this project. John Chadwick, 11430 Zion Circle,
Bloomington, representing the Peterson parcel stated their support for the project. Rick Dorsey
showed the council a map of the impacts of the proposed road alignment on his property. Mayor
Furlong asked Mr. Dorsey to explain why he does not want to see the road constructed up the
western edge of the property. Jeff Fox provided further clarification on their request for
flexibility with the road design.
Councilman Lundquist moved, Councilwoman Tjornhom seconded to close the public
hearing. All voted in favor and the motion carried with a vote of 3 to 0. Councilman
Peterson was not present during the vote. The public hearing was closed.
After comments by the commission the following motion was made.
Resolution #2006-20: Councilman Lundquist moved, Councilwoman Tjornhom seconded
to approve the resolution authorizing the preparation of plans and specifications for City
Project No. 06-05, Bluff Creek Boulevard improvements. All voted in favor and the motion
carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
PUBLIC HEARING: STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PROGRAM
NPDES PHASE II, MS4 PERMIT.
Don Asleson and Lori Haak presented the staff report on this item and asked that the council
hold a public hearing. Mayor Furlong opened the public hearing. No one spoke and the public
hearing was closed. No action was needed on this item.
DAVE & MARYJO BANGASSER, 3633 SOUTH CEDAR DRIVE: REQUEST FOR A
22.5 FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK VARIANCE, A 15.8 FRONT YARD SETBACK
VARIANCE (DOUBLE FRONTAGE LOT) AND A 2.39% HARD SURFACE
COVERAGE VARIANCE TO DEMOLISH AN EXISTING ONE-STALL GARAGE AND
CONSTRUCT A MODIFIED THREE STALL GARAGE ON A NONCONFORMING
CORNER LOT OF RECORD.
Kate Aanenson presented the staff report and Planning Commission update on this item. Dave
Bangasser stated they were in agreement with the compromises reached with staff. Janet Paulsen
asked for clarification on the parameters for combining lots and impervious surface coverage.
Councilman Peterson moved, Councilman Lundquist seconded that the City Council
approves Variance #06-04 for a 22.5 foot front yard setback variance, a 15.8 foot front yard
setback variance and a 2.39% hard surface coverage variance for the construction of a
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modified three stall garage on a lot zoned Single Family Residential (RSF), with the
following conditions:
1. Tree protection fencing must be properly installed at the edge of construction and
extended completely around the tree at the greatest distance possible. This must be done
prior to any construction activities and remain installed until all construction if
completed.
2. To retain soil moisture in the remaining root area, wood chip mulch must be applied to a
depth of 4 to 6 inches, but no deeper, over all the root area.
3. Roots closest to the tree should be cut by hand or a vibratory plow to avoid ripping or
tearing the roots.
4. The elevation of the garage wall closest to the tree must be at grade. This means the
opposing wall will either need a retaining wall or a foundation wall due to the cut into the
slope necessary to create a level floor.
5. No equipment or materials may be stored within the protected root area.
6. The tree will need to be watered during dry periods.
7. Any pruning cuts necessary must be done before April 1 or after July to avoid any
possible exposure to the oak wilt fungus, a fatal disease for red oaks.
8. The applicant must obtain a building permit prior to construction of the garage.
9. The applicant must submit a proposed grading plan with the building permit to
demonstrate how the site will drain.
10. Lot 1, Block 5 and Lot 16, Block 4, Red Cedar Point must be combined under the same
Parcel Identification Number.
11. An affidavit of lot combination must be recorded.
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
ROSSAVIK ADDITION, 8800 POWERS BOULEVARD, APPLICANT ARILD
ROSSAVIK: REQUEST FOR A LAND USE PLAN AMENDMENT FROM
RESIDENTIAL LARGE LOT TO REIDENTIAL LOW DENSITY; REQUEST FOR
REZONING OF LOT 2, BLOCK 1, HILLSIDE OAKS FROM AGRICULTURAL
ESTATE DISTRICT (A2) TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RSF); AND
SUBDIVISION OF LOT 2, BLOCK 1, HILLSIDE OAKS INTO 5 LOTS WITH
VARIANCES.
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Public Present:
Name Address
Ed Kraft 8711 Flamingo Drive
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Mark Kelly 351 2 Street, Excelsior
Kate Aanenson presented the staff report and Planning Commission update on this item. Mayor
Furlong asked for clarification on the zoning and guiding in the comprehensive plan for this
parcel. Mark Kelly, representing Mr. Rossavik presented their request. Mayor Furlong asked
staff to clarify the statements made by Mr. Kelly regarding regulations for sewer hook-up and the
commercial operation of Mr. Bizek. He asked for public comments. No one spoke and the issue
was brought back to the council for discussion and comments, after which the following motions
were made.
Councilman Lundquist moved, Councilwoman Tjornhom seconded that the City Council
denies the Land Use Map Amendment from Residential-Large Lot to Residential Low
Density for Lot 2, Block 1, Hillside Oaks, adopting the findings of fact. That the City
Council denies the rezoning from A2, Agricultural Estate District to RSF, Single Family
Residential for Lot 2, Block 1, Hillside Oaks based on inconsistency with the
comprehensive plan designation of the property. And that the City Council denies the
preliminary plat of Rossavik Addition creating five lots with a variance for the use of a
private street, based on non-conformance with the zoning of the property. All voted in
favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
(The City Council took a short recess at this point in the meeting.)
HALLA GREENS (AKA CHANHASSEN SHORT COURSE), LOCATED ON THE
SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GREAT PLAINS BOULEVARD
Public Present:
Name Address
David & Sharon Gatto 9631 Foxford Road
Gaye Guyton 10083 Great Plains Boulevard
David & Judy Walstad 10071 Great Plains Boulevard
Sandy & Don Halla 6601 Mohawk Trail
Dave Wondra 9590 Foxford Road
Tom Anderson 9371 Foxford Road
Magdy & June Ebrahim 521 Pineview Court
Steve Shipley 261 Eastwood Court
Kate Aanenson presented the staff report and Planning Commission update on this item.
Councilman Lundquist asked for clarification of lighting requirements, berming, size of the
teaching shelter and storage building, number of parking spaces, and impervious surface.
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Councilwoman Tjornhom asked for further clarification of lighting standards, hours of operation,
including clarification of the definition of sunrise to sunset. Councilman Peterson asked for
clarification on the request for the size of the maintenance building. Erik Olson, 9855
Delphinium Lane and manager of Halla Greens Golf Course presented background information
and addressed the issues of lighting, size and need of the maintenance and ball washing
buildings, hours of operation, and the change in scope of the business operation from the
previous application. Mayor Furlong opened the meeting for public comment. David Walstad,
10071 Great Plains Boulevard, which is directly south at the end of the driving range expressed
concern with the height of the light fixtures and hours that the parking lot will be lit. David
Gatto, 9631 Foxford Road speaking on behalf of the 37 families that live on Foxford Road,
Pinecrest Road and Eastwood Court expressed concern with the request for expansion of the
business plan, hours of operation, noise from the outdoor seating area, lighting of the night sky,
size of the maintenance buildings, and decrease in property values. Gaye Guyton, 10083 Great
Plains Boulevard stated her concern with the change in scope of the business and it’s affect on
the neighborhood. Judy Walstad, 10071 Great Plains Boulevard asked for clarification on the
height of the club house building, and lighting from this operation impacting their home. Sharon
Gatto, 9631 Foxford Road expressed concern with hours of operation in relation to selling liquor,
and the size of the teaching shelter. Steve Shipley, 261 Eastwood Court and owner of a business
in Chanhassen, being well aware of the building regulations in Chanhassen had concern that Mr.
Halla was not meeting those regulations, especially with the lighting standards. He also asked
for the location of the garbage containers. Mayor Furlong asked Jerry McDonald, Acting Chair
the night this item was heard at the Planning Commission, for an explanation of the actions
taken by the Planning Commission. Mayor Furlong asked for further clarification on lighting
regulations and photometric standards. After council discussion and comments, the following
motion was made.
Councilman Peterson moved, Councilwoman Tjornhom seconded that the City Council
table the Site Plan Amendment and variances for the construction of a golf course, Halla
Greens, located on the southeast corner of Great Plains Boulevard and Pioneer Trail. All
voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS:
None.
ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS:
Todd Gerhardt reminded the council of a meeting
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on March 16 at 7:00 p.m. with the Riley-Purgatory-Bluff Creek Watershed District.
CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION.
None.
Councilman Lundquist moved, Councilman Peterson seconded to adjourn the meeting. All
voted in favor and the motion carried. The City Council meeting was adjourned at 11:15
p.m..
Submitted by Todd Gerhardt
City Manager
Prepared by Nann Opheim
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