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2018.12.04 Council Meeting Packet 4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696 Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov Posted: Nov. 30, 2018 City Council Meeting Schedule Dec. 4, 2018 Time Type of meeting Location 6:30 p.m. First City Council work session to discuss: • Traffic management update. • Constituent issues update. Conference Room A 6:45 p.m. Economic Development Authority Meeting Council Chambers 7 p.m. City Council meeting Council Chambers Immediately following the City Council meeting Second City Council work session to discuss: • 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update. • New business. • Announcements. Conference Room A Auxiliary aids are available upon request to individuals with disabilities by calling the City Clerk at (763) 531-1145 at least 96 hours in advance. TTY users may call Minnesota Relay at 711 or 1-800-627-3529. 4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696 Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov Posted: Nov. 30, 2018 City Council First Work Session Agenda Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018 6:30 p.m. Conference Room A Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the first work session of the Crystal City Council was held at ______ p.m. on Dec. 4, 2018 in Conference Room A, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, Minnesota. I. Attendance Council Members Staff ____ Adams ____ Norris ____ Budziszewski ____ Therres ____ Dahl ____ Gilchrist ____ Deshler ____ Ray ____ Kolb ____ Revering ____ LaRoche ____ Serres ____ Parsons II. Agenda The purpose of the work session is to discuss the following agenda items: 1. Traffic management update. 2. Constituent issues. III. Adjournment The work session adjourned at ______ p.m. Auxiliary aids are available upon request to individuals with disabilities by calling the City Clerk at (763) 531- 1145 at least 96 hours in advance. TTY users may call Minnesota Relay at 711 or 1-800-627-3529. Memorandum DATE: December 4, 2018 TO: City Council FROM: Mark Ray, PE, Director of Public Works SUBJECT: Traffic sign management draft policy Background Over the past few years the City has taken a new, more formal approach towards traffic-related requests. Additionally, the Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MnMUTCD) has a requirement that “Public agencies … having jurisdiction shall use an assessment or management method that is designed to maintain sign retroreflectivity at or above the minimum levels…” with a compliance date of June 13, 2014. In order to solidify how traffic requests are handled and bring the City into compliance with the MnMUTCD requirements, staff are bringing forward a draft policy for Council consideration. The Council will also be asked to approve a resolution that adopts all the stop and yield signs (regulatory signs) under City jurisdiction to go along with the policy. Formal approval of the policy is anticipated to be brought before the Council on December 18, 2018. Since no direct spending will result from this policy, it is proposed to be put on the consent agenda at that meeting. Attachment • Draft Traffic Sign Managemenet policy Recommended Action No formal action is needed. Just Council discussion on the draft language and direction. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT POLICIES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL TITLE: Traffic sign management policy NUMBER: EFFECTIVE DATE: December 2018 NUMBER OF PAGES: 3 Purpose statement The City of Crystal (“City”) is responsible for the design, placement, operation, maintenance, and uniformity of traffic control devices on all streets, highways, and bicycle paths that fall within City jurisdiction. All traffic control devices under City jurisdiction shall be placed only as authorized by the City of Crystal (Crystal City Code, Section 802.01). No signs, other than those authorized by the City, shall be placed upon any public street, right-of-way, public easement, public land, or extend over any public property or public easements. This Traffic Sign Management Policy is in accordance with the authority granted to the City of Crystal under Minnesota Statutes, section 169.06. The purpose of this policy is to provide a framework through which the City will execute its responsibility and authority for traffic control installation and maintenance within Crystal. Traffic control signs for private roads, parking lots, and/or access points to public roads are the responsibility of the property owner or their designee (23 Code of Federal Regulations 655.603). All roads, parking lots, and/or access points that are open to the public must have signage that complies with the Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (“MnMUTCD”). Signs that are placed within a City right-of-way, for traffic on private roads/parking lots/access points, must be in accordance with Crystal City Code provisions and MnMUTCD standards. Policy application This policy applies to all traffic control devices in the City of Crystal. Traffic Sign Installation Process The City of Crystal receives requests for sign installations within the public right-of-way from a variety of sources. To respond to these requests, the City has a Traffic Safety Group (“TSG”) to evaluate and respond to sign (and other traffic) requests or issues as needed. The TSG includes staff representatives from the Police Department, Public Works, and Communications. Other individuals or groups are brought on an as-needed basis. All traffic sign requests will be forwarded to the TSG for review, unless emergency conditions require immediate action to protect life or property. Guidelines for the use and Page 2 of 3 placement of traffic control signs are set by the MnMUTCD. Additional considerations may include consistency with the City’s Comprehensive Plan, City precedent, and/or special conditions such as temporary/special events or emergency conditions. If the TSG recommends modifications to existing traffic control, the modification will, if required, be forwarded on to the City Council for consideration. Traffic control changes that have a regulatory impact (such as vehicle movement, turn restrictions, or parking restrictions) where a driver could be cited by law enforcement will be brought before the City Council. Advisory signs, such as warning and guide signs, will generally not be brought before the City Council and will be installed based on the findings of the TSG in consultation with the MnMUTCD. The City will install all traffic control signing as authorized according to this policy within public right-of-way. Cost allocation and cooperative agreements with private parties or other agencies shall be as determined in the sign approval process. Management Responsibilities The City of Crystal is responsible for inspection and maintenance of all traffic control signs on streets and paths within the City’s jurisdiction (MNMUTCD 2A.22). Agreements with other agencies may define other inspection and/or maintenance arrangements for signs on County or State highways. Maintenance and inspection of signs on or for private roads, parking lots, and/or access points to public roads are the responsibility of the property owner or their designee, unless otherwise authorized as part of a City development approval process (23 CFR 655.603). Management Activities a. Asset Inventory The City will collect and maintain information about all traffic control signs currently under its jurisdiction. The inventory will be compiled into a GIS database that will be used for expected sign life as well as other maintenance and use needs. b. Retro-reflectivity Inspection Signs under City jurisdiction will be in accordance with current Federal Highway Administration (“FHWA”) standards and procedures. Signs that are identified as having non-compliant retro-reflectivity levels will be replaced under a replacement program. c. Inspection Schedule and Method Traffic control signs will be inspected based on the expected sign life, general observations, performance of similar control signs within Crystal, and potentially supplemental measured sign retro-reflectivity readings of signs nearing the end of their expected life. Signs that do not meet retro-reflectivity requirements will be replaced as part of the sign maintenance program. Page 3 of 3 d. Damaged/Missing Signs Traffic control signs that are repaired or re-installed may have the general condition inspected for compliance prior to re-installation. Sign Removal Guidelines and Process To be effective, a traffic control device should meet five basic requirements: fulfill a need; command attention; convey a clear, simple meaning; command respect from road users; and give adequate time for proper response. If a sign no longer satisfies the requirements listed above, then it may be considered for removal. If necessary, removal of signs will be approved by City Council resolution similar to the process for sign installation. If the sign to be removed is within the public right-of-way under the City’s jurisdiction, then the removal must be done by City Public Works staff. Agreements with other agencies may define other removal arrangements for signs on County or State highways. Removal of signs on or for private roads, parking lots, and/or access points to public roads is the responsibility of the property owner or their designee. AGENDA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL •REGULAR MEETING • TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2018 6:45 P.M. CRYSTAL CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1.Call to order * 2.Roll call * 3. Approval of minutes from the September 4, 2018 regular meeting 4.Consider a resolution adopting a 2019 budget and property tax levy and requesting their approval by the City Council 5.Consider approval of a contract with Center for Energy and the Environment for administration of home improvement programs in 2019 6.Other business * 7. Adjournment * *Items for which no materials are included in the packet Page 1 of 1 Minutes of the Economic Development Authority of the City of Crystal Regular Meeting September 4, 2018 1.Call to Order President Parsons called the regular meeting of the Economic Development Authority of the City of Crystal (EDA) to order at 6:45 p.m. 2.Roll Call Upon call of the roll, the following members were present: John Budziszewski, Elizabeth Dahl, Julie Deshler, Jeff Kolb, Nancy LaRoche and Olga Parsons. The following staff members were present: Anne Norris, Executive Director, John Sutter, Deputy Executive Director and Troy Gilchrist, City Attorney. 3. Approval of Minutes Motion by Commissioner Dahl (LaRoche) to approve the minutes of the May 15, 2018 work session and June 5, 2018 regular meeting. Motion carried. 4. Consider a resolution approving a proposed HRA tax levy for 2019 Mr. Sutter presented the staff report and took questions from the Board. Motion by Commissioner Kolb (Deshler) to adopt the resolution approving a proposed HRA tax levy for 2019. Motion carried. 5.Other Business There was no other business. 6. Adjournment Motion by Commissioner LaRoche (Dahl) to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m. ______________________________ Olga Parsons, President ATTEST: ______________________________ Elizabeth Dahl, Secretary _____________________________________________________________________ FROM: Jean McGann, Finance Director _____________________________________________________________________ DATE: November 29, 2018 TO: Anne Norris, Executive Director (for December 4, 2018 EDA meeting) SUBJECT: Consider a resolution adopting a 2019 HRA tax levy and budget As part of the annual budgeting process, the EDA formally requests a Housing and Redevelopment Authority tax levy which would comprise part of its funding. The 2018 levy was $277,200. Staff is recommending a 2019 levy of $282,744 which is a 2% increase. Another 2% increase is proposed for 2020, although that will require separate action a year from now. Biennial Budget Summary: 2018 2019 2020 Adopted Proposed Proposed Revenue 427,200 323,744 328,399 Expenditures 413,970 352,952 411,305 Est. YE Fund Balance 3,203,865 2,174,657 2,091,753 Anticipated 2019 EDA activities:  Becker Park reconstruction (EDA share paid out of fund balance)  Sale of properties currently being held by the EDA (proceeds added to fund balance)  Home improvement grants for homes outside the redevelopment project area Adoption of the attached resolution is requested. EDA STAFF REPORT 2019 HRA Levy ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL HENNEPIN COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 2018 - 09 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A 2019 BUDGET AND PROPERTY TAX LEVY AND REQUESTING THEIR APPROVAL BY THE CITY COUNCIL WHEREAS, the Economic Development Authority of the City of Crystal (the “EDA”) undertakes redevelopment and housing activities in the City of Crystal, Minnesota (the “City”); and WHEREAS, pursuant to authority granted by Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.02 and the enabling resolution of the EDA, the EDA exercises all of the powers of a housing and redevelopment authority (“HRA”) as described in Minnesota Statues, Section 469.001 to 469.047 (the “Act”); and WHEREAS, under Section 469.033 Subdivision 6 of the Act, an HRA is authorized to levy and collect special benefit taxes on all taxable property under the jurisdiction of the HRA, that is, property in the City; and WHEREAS, the permitted levy is 0.0185 percent of the estimated market value of the property in the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Economic Development Authority of the City of Crystal as follows: 1. The EDA hereby adopts a proposed 2019 budget for housing and redevelopment in the amount of $352,952. 2. The EDA hereby adopts a 2019 property tax levy of $282,744 for the purpose of funding the adopted budget in conformance with Section 469.033, Subdivision 6 of Minnesota Statutes. 3. The Executive Director is authorized and directed to transmit a certified copy of this Resolution to the City Council of the City of Crystal for its consent and approval as provided by Section 469.033 of the Act and for certification to the Property Tax Manager of Hennepin County. Adopted this 4th day of December, 2018. _______________________________ Olga Parsons, President _______________________________ Anne Norris, Executive Director ___________________________________________________________________________ FROM: John Sutter, Community Development Director ___________________________________________________________________________ DATE: November 29, 2018 TO: Anne Norris, City Manager (for December 4 EDA meeting) SUBJECT: Consider proposed contract with Center for Energy and the Environment for 2019 home improvement assistance programs The closure of the Housing Resource Center in late 2017 required Crystal and other cities to find alternative providers for locally-funded home improvement programs. In 2018 Crystal began contracting with Center for Energy and the Environment (CEE) to administer the Crystal Grant Program (formerly the Incentive Rebate Program) and the Interest Subsidy Program for Community Fix-Up Fund loans. The table on the following page compares the now-closed 2017 programs with the current 2018 programs and proposed 2019 budget. (The 2019 EDA and TIF budgets include these program costs.) Staff requests authorization to execute the attached 2019 contract with CEE. EDA STAFF REPORT Home Improvement Programs for 2019 2017 Actual 2018 thru 11/30 2018 Budget 2019 Budget GMHC/HRC CEE CEE CEE Annual Admin Fee*1 $15,000 $1,500 $1,500 $500 Grants (fka Rebates)2 $134,185 $76,654 $163,800 $163,800 Grant Admin Fees*3 $39,250 $7,538 $24,570 $24,570 Post-Installation Inspections*4 $600 $2,000 $1,000 CFUF Interest Write-Down 5 $25,000 $8,961 $25,000 $25,000 CFUF Admin Fees*6 $625 $750 $750 $213,435 $95,878 $217,620 $215,620 $54,250 $10,263 $28,820 $26,820 25.4%10.7%13.2%12.4% NOTES: 1 There was a $1,500 fee in 2018 to set up the program at CEE, being replaced by a $500 annual fee going forward 2 The amount available for grants in 2019 would be the same as in 2018 3 CEE's rebate admin fee is 15% of actual rebates paid, but the last carryover grants from 2017 are being closed out in-house so there's no admin fee for those 4 Some projects don't require permits so CEE will do site visits to verify work ($100 per project) 5 The Minnesota Housing Finance Agency will match the city's $25,000 with another $25,000 for the CFUF interest write-down program 6 CEE charges $125 for each CFUF loan closed (est. 6 per year) ITEM NOTES Admin as % of Total: TOTAL: *Administrative Costs: CONTRACT between ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY in and for the CITY OF CRYSTAL and CENTER FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT CEE #______ Page 1 HOME IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM ORIGINATION AGREEMENT This HOME IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM ORIGINATION AGREEMENT (“Agreement”), dated this _____ day of _____________________, 20____, is made by and between the ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY in and for the City of Crystal, with offices at 4141 Douglas Dr N, Crystal, MN 55422 (“Authority”), and CENTER FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT, with offices at 212 3rd Avenue North, Suite 560, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 (“CEE”). RECITALS A. The Authority has a need for certain professional services and desires to retain CEE to provide said services, all subject to the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement. B. CEE is qualified to provide the desired professional services and desires to provide said services for the Authority, all subject to the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing and the mutual promises contained in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows: 1. Services/Scope of Work 1.1 CEE shall in conjunction with the Authority develop and deliver the City of Crystal Home Improvement Program (hereinafter the “Program”) and more fully described in Exhibit A attached hereto. All activities delivered under the Program shall be coordinated with the Authority’s designated Community Development Director, John Sutter. 1.2 CEE shall assist the Authority staff in marketing the Program. This will include being on the CEE website and creating an information sheet about the loan program. 1.3 The funding source is exclusively from the Authority. 2. Compensation 2.1 The Authority shall compensate CEE for services provided under this agreement according to the following schedule and more fully described in Exhibit B attached hereto: Annual Administration Fee $500 Interest Subsidy Fee $125 MHFA Interest Subsidy $varies on loan amount and term Post Installation Inspection Fee $100 Grant Origination Fee 15% The Annual Administration Fee shall be payable on January 1st of each year the contract is active. CONTRACT between ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY in and for the CITY OF CRYSTAL and CENTER FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT CEE #______ Page 2 The Authority shall compensate CEE only for services completed. Upon request, CEE will provide additional marketing services for the following fees: CEE Labor $65/hr Hourly rates are inclusive of all overhead expenses and will be charged only for hours directly related to marketing. CEE will be reimbursed by the Authority for any non-labor, out-of-pocket expenses, relating to these services on a dollar-for-dollar basis with no mark-up. 2.2 CEE shall invoice the Authority not more than two times each month for the principal of loans and administrative fees. The Authority shall pay CEE within 20 days of receipt of the invoice. 3. CLIENT’s Obligations 3.1 If requested by CEE, the Authority shall make reasonable efforts to respond promptly to requests from CEE for information and approvals regarding the services to be provided under this Agreement. 3.2 If requested by CEE, the Authority shall make reasonable efforts to obtain information and or permission for access from clients which may be necessary for CEE to provide the services under this Agreement. 3.3 The Authority shall provide sufficient funding to fund eligible Authority funded loans. The Authority shall determine the amount of funds allocated to the Program. 3.4 The Authority shall establish eligibility for the Program and shall provide these criteria in writing to CEE prior to commencement of any marketing efforts. 3.5 The Authority shall make reasonable efforts to respond promptly to requests from CEE for information and approvals regarding the services to be provided under this Agreement. 4. CEE’s Obligations 4.1 CEE shall use its best efforts to provide services under this Agreement in a professional manner consistent with the care and skill used by reputable members of CEE’s profession. 4.2 CEE, and all of its employees or agents, shall comply with all statutes, ordinances, rules, regulations and other laws applicable to the provision of services under this Agreement. 4.3 CEE shall secure all permits and licenses required for performance of the services under this Agreement. CONTRACT between ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY in and for the CITY OF CRYSTAL and CENTER FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT CEE #______ Page 3 4.4 CEE shall not engage in discriminatory employment practices against any employee or applicant for employment and shall in all respects comply with all federal, state and local laws, regulations and orders, including without limitation, Chapter 363 of the Minnesota Statutes, as amended from time to time. Failure to comply with the provisions hereof shall be deemed a material default under this Agreement. 5. Term and Termination 5.1 Unless earlier terminated as provided in the following paragraphs, this Agreement shall become effective on 1/1/2019, and continue through 12/31/2019. 5.2 This Agreement may be terminated by either party, for any reason or no reason, immediately upon written notice to the other party. In the event this Agreement is terminated by CEE prior to the expiration of the term set forth in paragraph 5.1, the Authority shall compensate CEE for all services delivered up the date of termination and CEE shall provide the Authority with such information as the Authority may request regarding the status of the Program. 5.3 Any termination of this Agreement shall not release either party from their respective obligations under sections 7 and 8 of this Agreement. 6. Insurance 6.1 During the term of this Agreement, CEE will obtain and maintain insurance in the amounts listed below: General Liability $2,000,000 Aggregate Limit Automobile Liability $1,000,000 Combined Single Limit Excess Liability $1,000,000 Aggregate Limit Workers Compensation Statutory Limit 7. Liability and Indemnification 7.1 CEE represents that the services to be provided under this Agreement are reasonable in scope and that CEE has the experience and ability to provide the services. 7.2 CEE warrants that any services provided hereunder shall be done in a professional and workmanlike manner. 7.3 CEE shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless Authority and its officers, directors, employees and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, injuries and expenses (including attorneys’ fees and damages for death, personal injury and property damage) which Authority may incur as a result of any act or omission by CEE in providing services under this Agreement. 7.4 Authority shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless CEE and its officers, directors, employees and agents from and against any and all claims, CONTRACT between ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY in and for the CITY OF CRYSTAL and CENTER FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT CEE #______ Page 4 damages, losses, injuries and expenses (including attorneys’ fees and damages for death, personal injury and property damage) which CEE may incur as a result of any act or omission by Authority in discharging its duties under this Agreement. 8. Confidentiality Unless otherwise agreed by Authority in writing, CEE shall maintain in confidence and not disclose to any third party any information obtained regarding the Authority and/or any of Authority’s clients for which CEE is providing services; provided, however, that this obligation to maintain confidentiality shall not apply to: a) Information in the public domain at the time of disclosure; b) Information which becomes part of the public domain after disclosure through no fault of CEE; or c) Information which CEE can demonstrate was known by it prior to the date of this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, CEE shall be entitled to disclose the documents or client information covered by this paragraph to governmental authorities to the extent CEE reasonably believes it has a legal obligation to make such disclosures and to the extent CEE reasonably deems to be necessary; provided, however, that if CEE believes that any such disclosure is required by law, it shall provide advance notice to the Authority to provide the Authority with a reasonable opportunity to attempt to obtain an injunction or other protective order preventing such disclosure. 9. Relationship of Parties CEE will provide services as an independent contractor under this Agreement. Neither CEE, nor any of its employees or agents, shall be considered employees of the Authority for any purpose, and neither shall CEE be eligible for any compensation or benefits which the Authority may provide to its employees from time to time. CEE shall be solely responsible for all employment and other taxes applicable to providing services hereunder, and the Authority will not withhold any taxes or contributions from the compensation payable to CEE under this Agreement. 10. Notices All notices, requests, demands and other communications required to be given in writing under this Agreement shall be given to the other party in person or by mail as provided in this section. If delivered personally, notice shall be deemed to have been duly given on the date of delivery. If delivered by mail, such notice shall be sent via first class U.S. mail, postage prepaid, to the address set forth at the beginning of this Agreement or such other address as a party may otherwise request by written notice, and notice shall be deemed duly given three (3) business days after mailing. CONTRACT between ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY in and for the CITY OF CRYSTAL and CENTER FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT CEE #______ Page 5 11. Assignment This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties and their respective heirs, successors and assigns; provided, however, that neither party shall assign or transfer in any manner, this Agreement or any portion hereof without the prior written consent of the other party, and any attempt to assign or transfer without prior written consent shall be void and of no effect. 12. Governing Law This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota. 13. Miscellaneous 13.1 Headings and captions used in this Agreement are for convenience only and shall not affect the meaning of this Agreement. 13.2 This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and supersedes all prior agreements, discussions and representations, written or oral, concerning the subject matter hereof. 13.3 No waiver by the Authority of any term or condition of this Agreement or any document referred to herein shall, whether by conduct or otherwise, be construed as a waiver or release of any other term or condition of this Agreement. 13.4 This Agreement may only be amended in a written agreement signed by both parties. 13.5 Except as expressly set forth in section 7, the rights and benefits under this Agreement shall inure solely to the benefit of the Authority and CEE, and this Agreement shall not be construed to give any rights, benefits or causes of action to any third party. 13.6 The invalidity or partial invalidity of any provision of this Agreement shall not invalidate the remaining provisions, and the remainder shall be construed as of the invalidated portion shall have never been a part of this Agreement. 13.7 CEE shall comply with the provisions of Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13 (Government Data Practices) that are applicable to the Authority and shall not disseminate any information concerning loan requests of the borrowers without the prior written approval of the Authority. 13.8 This Agreement may be signed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and one and the same instrument. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above. CONTRACT between ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY in and for the CITY OF CRYSTAL and CENTER FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT CEE #______ Page 6 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY in and for the City of Crystal By: Its: Print Name Date: CENTER FOR ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT By: Its: Corporate Secretary Jennifer Amendt Date: Tax ID # 41-1647799 Exhibit A - #2808 Page 1 Agreement between Crystal EDA and Center for Energy and Environment EXHIBIT A1 PROGRAM GUIDELINES This document includes guidelines for the City of Crystal Grant Program and the MHFA Interest Subsidy Program Exhibit A - #2808 Page 2 Agreement between Crystal EDA and Center for Energy and Environment CRYSTAL PROGRAM GUIDELINES The Crystal Economic Development Authority (Authority) is making funds available for homeowners to assist with home maintenance and energy improvements. The Crystal Grant and Interest Subsidy Programs are designed to supplement existing loan programs available from MHFA, CEE, private lenders and other housing resources. These programs are not intended to be the sole source of improvement funds available to the homeowners in the City. Center for Energy and Environment shall serve as the administrator for the Crystal Grant and Interest Subsidy Programs and will secure the most beneficial financing based on the borrower’s needs independent of the funding source. Crystal Grant Program Eligible Project Expenses: • Interior remodeling • Building additions • Finishing basements, attics or similar spaces to convert them into habitable space • Energy efficiency improvements • Exterior building improvements such as roofing, siding, soffits/fascia, windows and doors • Site improvements such as retaining walls, sidewalks, driveways, fences, patios, decks, garages and the removal of diseased or hazardous trees • Systems such as HVAC, electrical and plumbing • Permanent Landscaping Ineligible Project Expenses: • Payment for work initiated prior to the grant being approved and closed, unless due to emergency. Recreation or luxury projects (pools, lawn sprinkler systems, playground equipment, saunas, whirlpools, etc.) • Furniture, non-permanent appliances (unless part of a kitchen remodel), funds for working capital, debt service or refinancing existing debts. • Homeowner labor or other in-kind contributions to the project Minimum Project Size: Eligible Project Expenses must total at least $5,000 to qualify for a grant. Exception: There is no minimum project size for repair or replacement of sanitary sewer service lines. Grant Amount: 20% of Eligible Project Expenses. No property may receive grants totaling more than $10,000 in any calendar year. Eligible Properties: 1-4 unit owner-occupied properties located within the geographical boundaries of the City of Crystal. Properties held in a Trust, Townhomes and Condominiums are eligible, subject to Association Bylaws. Properties may be held in a Contract for Deed. If the property has more than 1 Exhibit A - #2808 Page 3 Agreement between Crystal EDA and Center for Energy and Environment unit, the non-owner-occupied units must be in compliance with the City of Crystal’s rental licensing requirements. Ineligible Properties: Dwellings with more than 4 units, cooperatives, manufactured homes, time shares, properties used for commercial purposes and non-owner occupied properties. Eligible Recipients: All recipients must be legal residents of the United States, as evidenced by a social security number, Including: U.S. Citizens, Permanent Resident Aliens, and Non-Permanent Resident Aliens. TAX IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS (ITIN) ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. Ineligible Recipients: Including but not limited to: - Businesses, Foreign Nationals, Non-Occupant Co- Borrowers, and Properties held in the name of a trust. Income Limit: The property owner’s household income shall not exceed 110% of the HUD Regional Median Income based on household size. Income will be determined by the adjusted gross income on the most recent Federal Tax Return. If a tax return is not required, income will be determined by the projected gross income for the upcoming 12 months. Credit Requirements: 1) All mortgage payments must be current, 2) All real estate taxes must be current, and 3) No defaulted government loans, tax liens or child support. Bids: Two estimates are required. Only 1 materials list is required for sweat equity projects. All contractors must be properly licensed Sweat Equity / Homeowner Labor: Work may be performed by property owners on a “sweat equity” basis, but only the purchase of materials and rental of tools or equipment will be considered an Eligible Project Expense. Recipient Paid Fees: None Deadline for Work Completion: All work must be completed within 120 days of the grant closing. Extensions may be granted by CEE due to weather or similar factors. Exhibit A - #2808 Page 4 Agreement between Crystal EDA and Center for Energy and Environment Crystal Interest Subsidy Program Interest Rate: 3% fixed Amortization Type: Amortizing. Closed-end (Monthly Payments Required) Loan Amount: Minimum of $2,000 and Maximum of $50,000. Total Project Cost: The borrower must have sufficient funds necessary to cover the cost of the entire project (as outlined in the bid(s). Additional funds may come from personal savings, gifts, or other loan funds. Loan term: Generally, one year per $1,000 borrowed. This will be somewhat flexible depending on the size of the loan and the borrower’s ability to repay the loan. The minimum term is 1 year; the maximum term will be 20 years. Eligible Properties: 1-4 unit owner-occupied properties located within the geographical boundaries of the City of Crystal. Townhomes and Condominiums are eligible, subject to Association Bylaws. Properties may be held in a Contract for Deed. Ineligible Properties: Dwellings with more than 4 units, cooperatives, manufactured homes, time shares, properties held in the name of a trust and properties used for commercial purposes. Eligible Borrowers: All borrowers must be legal residents of the United States, as evidenced by a social security number, Including: U.S. Citizens, Permanent Resident Aliens, and Non-Permanent Resident Aliens. TAX IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS (ITIN) ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. Ineligible Borrowers: Including but not limited to: - Businesses, Foreign Nationals, Non-Occupant Co- Borrowers, and Properties held in the name of a trust. Ownership/Occupancy: Owner- occupied only. Loan - to - Value Ratio: The ratio of all loans secured by the property, including the new loan, should not exceed 110% of the property value. Half of the improvement value may be added to the initial property value. Income Limit: The property owner’s household income shall not exceed 110% of the HUD Regional Median Income based on household size or the MHFA income limit, whichever is less. Income for eligibility will be determined by the projected income for the next 12 months per MHFA guidelines. Debt - to - Income Ratio: Applicant must have the ability to repay the loan. An applicant who has a debt to income ratio in excess of 48% will be ineligible to receive financing. Exhibit A - #2808 Page 5 Agreement between Crystal EDA and Center for Energy and Environment Credit Requirements: All borrowers must have a minimum credit score of 620 and: 1) All mortgage payments must be current and reflect no 30 day late payments history in the past 12 month period (without reasonable explanation) 2) All real estate taxes must be current. 3) No outstanding judgements or collections (excluding medical). 4) Bankruptcy must have been discharged for at least 18 months prior to loan closing. 5) The redemption period on prior foreclosures must have occurred at least 18 months prior to the loan application date. 6) Generally, no more than two 60-day late payments on credit report. Any 60 day late requires a documented explanation and reasonable reasons; medical, unemployment, divorce. 7) No defaulted government loans. Multiple Loans per Property: More than one loan per property is allowed, however, the outstanding balance(s) cannot exceed $50,000. Eligible Use of Funds: Same as the current MHFA guidelines Ineligible Use of Funds: Payment for work initiated prior to the loan being approved and closed, unless due to emergency. Recreation or luxury projects (pools, lawn sprinkler systems, playground equipment, saunas, whirlpools, etc.), furniture, non-permanent appliances, and funds for working capital, debt service, homeowner labor or refinancing existing debts are NOT allowed. Bids: Only one bid/estimate is are required. All contractors must be properly licensed Sweat Equity / Homeowner Labor: Work may be performed by property owners on a “sweat equity” basis. Loan funds may be used only for the purchase of materials. Loan funds cannot be used to rent tools/ equipment or compensate for labor. Loan Security: Determined by MHFA requirements. Borrower Fees: Borrower will be responsible for a 1% origination Fee (which may be financed), mortgage filing and service fees, flood certificate, credit report and any other applicable closing fees. Underwriting Decision: Applicants must have acceptable credit history. CEE will approve or deny loans based on a credit report, income verification and other criteria as deemed necessary through CEE’s underwriting guidelines. CEE’s decision shall be final. Work Completion: All work must be completed within 9 months of the loan closing. Exhibit A - #2808 Page 6 Agreement between Crystal EDA and Center for Energy and Environment General Program Conditions Application Processing: Grants/Loans will be distributed on a first come first serve basis as recipients/borrowers qualify. Applicants must provide a completed application package including the following in order to be considered for funding.  Completed and signed application form  Proof of income  Proof of Identity (drivers license, passport, etc.)  Bids or estimates for proposed projects  Other miscellaneous documents that may be required. Program Costs: Grant/loan origination fees, grants, interest subsidies and post-installation inspection fees will be paid out of the Program Budget. Program marketing efforts will be billed directly to the City of Crystal and is a separate expense should the city choose to commission CEE for marketing support. Total Project Cost: It is the recipient/borrower’s responsibility to obtain the amount of funds necessary to finance the entire cost of the work. In the event the final cost exceeds the original amount, the borrower must obtain the additional funds and provide verification of the additional funds in order to proceed. Disbursement Process: Grant: Payment to the contractor (or owner in sweat equity situations) will be made upon completion of work. An inspection will be performed by a City Inspector and/or CEE to verify the completion of the work. The following items must be received prior to final disbursement of funds: • Final invoice or proposal from contractor (or materials list from supplier); • Final inspection verification by a City Inspector (or CEE); • Completion certificate(s) signed by borrower and contractor; • Lien waiver for entire cost of work; • Evidence of city permit (if required) Interest Subsidy Program: Payment is disbursed to borrower(s) after loan closing Exhibit B - #2808 EXHIBIT B1 TOTAL PROGRAM BUDGET $TBD CRYSTAL PROGRAM BUDGET A. Crystal Grant Budget Allocation (includes Grants plus Set-Up Fee, Post-Installation Inspection Fees and Grant Origination Fees): $TBD MHFA Interest Subsidy Program Budget Allocation (includes Interest Subsidy plus Origination Fees): $TBD Budget Notes: 1. CEE shall submit monthly invoices for origination fees, interest subsidy and post-installation inspections for that period. 2. Services performed by CEE will initially be funded from the Total Program Budget as stated above and paid in accordance with the following schedule. (1) Annual Admin Fee $500 (2) Origination Fee: Grant 15% per grant closed (3) Origination Fee: MHFA Interest Subsidy $125 (4) MHFA Interest Subsidy $varies (5) Post-Installation Inspection Fee $100 3. Marketing Marketing efforts outside of CEE’s website and loan information are not included in the administrative budget. Hourly rates are inclusive of all overhead expenses and will be charged only for hours directly related to the labor of all additional program marketing. CEE will also be reimbursed by City of Crystal for any non-labor, out-of-pocket expenses relating to these services on a dollar-for-dollar basis. 4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696 Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov City Council Meeting Agenda Dec. 4, 2018 7 p.m. Council Chambers The city manager’s comments are bolded. 1. Call to Order, Roll Call and Pledge of Allegiance. 2. Approval of Agenda The Council will consider approval of the agenda. 3. Appearances 3.1 National Weather Service recognition of Crystal Public Works as a 2018 Ambassador of Excellence for Weather Ready Nation program.* 4. Consent Agenda The Council will consider the following items, which are routine and non-controversial in nature, in a single motion: 4.1 Approval of the minutes from the following meetings: a. The City Council meeting on Nov. 20, 2018. b. The City Council work session on Nov. 20, 2018. 4.2 Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the city clerk to the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the city clerk. 4.3 Approval of a resolution making a Negative Declaration and not requiring an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Winnetka Pond Dredging Project. 4.4 Approval of the 2019 regular City Council meeting and work session schedule. 4.5 Approval of a resolution making annual insurance elections. 4.6 Approval of a resolution extending the term of the Community Outreach Task Force to December 31, 2019 and approval of amended bylaws for the Task Force. 4.7 Approval of a resolution designating 2019 polling places. 4.8 Approval of a resolution amending the 2019 fee schedule. Crystal City Council Meeting Agenda Dec. 4, 2018 Page 2 of 5 5. Open Forum (The City Council appreciates hearing from citizens about items of concern and desires to set aside time during each meeting for Open Forum. To provide ample opportunity for all, speaking time is limited to three minutes and topic discussion is limited to ten minutes. The Mayor may, as presiding officer, extend the total time allowed for a topic. By rule, no action may be taken on any item brought before the Council during Open Forum. The Council may place items discussed during Open Forum onto subsequent council meeting agendas.) 6. Public Hearings 6.1 The council will consider a resolution authorizing the sale of 2949 Yukon Ave. N. Staff has received several proposals from developers interested in purchasing the lot at 2949 Yukon for new single family home construction. Staff will present the proposals for the Council’s consideration. 6.2 The council will consider resolutions approving the 2019-2020 budget and 2019 property tax and HRA levies and approval of the Long Term Plan. This year the City Council started a two-year budget process and reviewed the 2019 – 2020 budgets at two work sessions in August and again, most recently in November. At its December 4 meeting, the Council will hear the Truth in Taxation presentation and consider the 2019 – 2020 budget, 2019 property tax and HRA levies as well as approval of the Long Term Plan for capital funds and expenses. 7. Regular Agenda 7.1 The Council will consider approval of disbursements over $25,000 submitted by the finance department to the city council, a list that is on file in the office of the finance department. Recommend approval of disbursements over $25,000. 7.2 The council will consider civil penalties for violation of liquor license regulations by Liquor Liquidator 3, Inc. d/b/a Liquor Liquidator 3 located at 5120 56th Ave. N. In May, the Police department conducted routine compliance checks of licensed liquor establishments. Liquor Liquidator 3 at 5120 – 56th Avenue North did not pass the compliance check and the employee subsequently pled guilty to selling alcohol to a minor. This is considered a third violation for this licensee. Consistent with the provisions of City Code, recommend imposing a civil penalty of a $2,000 fine and 10 day license suspension. 7.3 The council will consider civil penalties for violation of liquor license regulations by Taqueria El Jalapeno, LLC d/b/a Taqueria El Jalapeno located at 6236 56th Ave. N. In May, the Police department conducted routine compliance checks of licensed liquor establishments. Taqueria El Jalapeno at 6236 – 56th Avenue North did not pass the compliance check and the employee subsequently pled guilty to selling alcohol to a minor. This is considered a first violation for this licensee. Consistent with the provisions of City Code, recommend imposing a civil penalty of a $750 fine and 1 day license suspension. Crystal City Council Meeting Agenda Dec. 4, 2018 Page 3 of 5 7.4 The council will consider civil penalties for violation of tobacco license regulations by Holiday Stationstores, LLC d/b/a Holiday Stationstore #300 located at 5410 Lakeland Ave. N. In May, the Police department conducted routine compliance checks of tobacco licensees. Holiday Stationstore at 5410 Lakeland Avenue North did not pass the compliance check and the employee subsequently pled guilty to selling tobacco to a minor. This is considered a first violation for this licensee. Consistent with the provisions of City Code, recommend imposing a civil penalty of a $750 fine and 1 day license suspension. 7.5 The council will consider civil penalties for violation of tobacco license regulations by Northern Tier Retail, LLC d/b/a Speedway #4187 located at 7818 36th Ave. N. In September, the Police department conducted routine compliance checks of tobacco licensees. Speedway (formerly Super America) at 7818 – 36th Avenue North did not pass the compliance check and the employee subsequently pled guilty to selling tobacco to a minor. As Speedway has a corporate policy for tobacco sales and the other Super America (now Speedway) in Crystal had a violation earlier this year, this is considered a second violation for this licensee. Consistent with the provisions of City Code, recommend imposing a civil penalty of a $1,500 fine and 5 day license suspension. 7.6 The council will consider civil penalties for violation of tobacco license regulations by Schwapper, Inc. d/b/a Adair Liquor located at 6001 42nd Ave. N. In September, the Police department conducted routine compliance checks of tobacco licensees. Adair Liquor at 6001 – 42nd Avenue North did not pass the compliance check and the employee subsequently pled guilty to selling tobacco to a minor. This is considered a first violation for this licensee. Consistent with the provisions of City Code, recommend imposing a civil penalty of a $750 fine and 1 day license suspension. 7.7 The council will consider a resolution approving a side yard variance at 5224 Hanson Ct. N. The property owner of 5224 Hanson Court is requesting a south side yard setback variance in order to build a 330 square foot addition to the existing building. The existing building was constructed in 1959 and the front and north side setbacks do not meet Code requirements. At its November 19 meeting, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on the variance request and unanimously recommended approval, subject to the conditions outlined in the staff report. Recommend approval of the resolution approving the variance. 7.8 The council will consider a resolution approving the plans and specifications and authorizing advertising for bids for the Becker Park park improvement and storm water projects. The City Council is aware the Becker Park storm water infiltration project has been in the works for several years. The City Council approved the Parks Master Plan in late 2017 and the Becker Park improvement project was one of the major initiatives of that plan. Both project plans are complete and in order to get competitive bids, staff is recommending Crystal City Council Meeting Agenda Dec. 4, 2018 Page 4 of 5 approval of the plans and specifications and authorizing advertising for bids for these projects. 7.9 The council will consider the second reading and resolution authorizing summary publication of an ordinance amending Chapter 12 of the City Code regarding liquor licensing. At its November 8 meeting the City Council approved the first reading of the ordinance amending Chapter 12 of the City Code regarding liquor licensing. Recommend approval of the second reading of the ordinance amending Chapter 12 and approval of the resolution authorizing summary publication of the ordinance. 7.10 The council will consider the second reading and resolution authorizing summary publication of an ordinance amending Chapter 13 of the City Code regarding traffic, motor vehicles and other vehicles. At its November 8 meeting the City Council approved the first reading of the ordinance amending Chapter 13 of the City Code regarding traffic, motor vehicles and other vehicles. Recommend approval of the second reading of the ordinance amending Chapter 13 and approval of the resolution authorizing summary publication of the ordinance. 7.11 The council will consider the second reading and resolution authorizing summary publication of an ordinance amending Chapter 20 of the City Code regarding misdemeanors. At its November 8 meeting the City Council approved the first reading of the ordinance amending Chapter 20 of the City Code regarding misdemeanors. Recommend approval of the second reading of the ordinance amending Chapter 20 and approval of the resolution authorizing summary publication of the ordinance. 7.12 The council will consider the first reading of an ordinance amending sections of Chapter 7 regarding utilities and Chapter 9 regarding animal control. At its November 20 meeting the City Council approved the utility rate study. To reflect the changes in how utility charges are set, several changes are needed to Chapter 7 of the City Code. In addition, one clarification in Chapter 9 is needed regarding the number of animals that can be kept without a private kennel license. Recommend approval of the first reading of an ordinance making these changes to Chapters 7 and 9. 8. Announcements a. The West Metro Fire Relief Auxiliary will be holding a craft and vendor show Saturday, December 8, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., at the New Hope station. b. The next City Council meeting will be Tuesday, Dec. 18, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Crystal City Hall. c. Crystal Business Association meeting is Wednesday, Dec. 19, at 11:30 a.m. at Pizza Ranch. d. City offices will be closed Monday, Dec. 24 and Tuesday, Dec. 25 in observance of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day holidays. Crystal City Council Meeting Agenda Dec. 4, 2018 Page 5 of 5 e. Girl and Boy Scout troops are invited to lead the pledge at City Council meetings. Troops who are interested may contact city staff for information. f. City Council meetings and work sessions are open to the public. Current and previous meetings are available for viewing and listening at www.crystalmn.gov. 9. Adjournment 10. Dec. 4, 2018 Meeting Schedule Time Type of meeting Location 6:30 p.m. First City Council work session to discuss: • Traffic management update. • Constituent issues update. Conference Room A 6:45 p.m. Economic Development Authority Meeting Council Chambers 7 p.m. City Council meeting Council Chambers Immediately following the City Council meeting Second City Council work session to discuss: • 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update. • New business.* • Announcements.* Conference Room A * Denotes no supporting information included in the packet. Have a great weekend; see you at Tuesday’s meeting. Crystal City Council meeting minutes Nov. 20, 2018 Page 1 of 4 1.Call to Order Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on Nov. 20, 2018 at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N. in Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Adams called the meeting to order. Roll Call Mayor Adams asked the city clerk to call the roll for elected officials. Upon roll call, the following attendance was recorded: Council members present: Adams, Budziszewski, Dahl, Deshler, Kolb and LaRoche.Absent: Parsons. City staff present: City Manager A. Norris, Assistant City Manager/Human Resources ManagerK. Therres, City Attorney J. Hill, Public Works Director/City Engineer M. Ray, Deputy Police ChiefB. Hubbard and City Clerk C. Serres. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Adams led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. 2.Approval of Agenda The Council considered approval of the agenda. Moved by Council Member Kolb and seconded by Council Member LaRoche to approve the agenda. Motion carried. 3.Appearances 3.1 The Minnesota Section of the American Water Works Association Past Chair David Brown, Awards Committee Co-Chairs Bert Tracy and Carol Blommel Johnson, and Chair Eric Volk recognized Utilities Superintendent Randy Kloepper for his receipt of the Minnesota Section Operator’s Meritorious Service Award. 4.Consent Agenda The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non-controversial in nature, in a single motion: 4.1 Approval of the minutes from the following meetings: a.The City Council meeting on Nov. 8, 2018. b.The City Council work sessions on Nov. 8, 2018. c.The City Council special meeting on Nov. 15, 2018. d.The City Council work session on Nov. 15, 2018. 4.2 Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the city clerk to the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the city clerk. 4.3 Approval of Resolution No. 2018-140, authorizing an application to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for the Becker Park Stormwater Project. 4.1(a) Crystal City Council meeting minutes Nov. 20, 2018 Page 2 of 4 Moved by Council Member Deshler and seconded by Council Member LaRoche to approve the consent agenda, but remove item 4.3 and move it to the beginning of the regular agenda. Motion carried. 5. Open Forum Danny Hernandez from Serenity Village Community Church shared information regarding the church’s upcoming anniversary celebration. 6. Regular Agenda 6.1 The Council considered approval of a resolution authorizing an application to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for the Becker Park Stormwater Project. Public Works Director Mark Ray and City Manager Anne Norris addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Budziszewski and seconded by Council Member Kolb to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2018 – 140 AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION TO THE MINNESOTA POLLUTION CONTROL AGENCY FOR THE BECKER PARK STORMWATER PROJECT Voting aye: Adams, Budziszewski, Dahl, Deshler, Kolb and LaRoche. Absent, not voting: Parsons. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6.2 The Council considered approval of disbursements over $25,000 submitted by the finance department to the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the finance department. Moved by Council Member LaRoche and seconded by Council Member Deshler to approve the list of disbursements over $25,000. Voting aye: Adams, Budziszewski, Dahl, Deshler, Kolb and LaRoche. Absent, not voting: Parsons. Motion carried. 6.3 The Council considered a resolution authorizing the purchase of a tandem axle dump truck. Public Works Director Mark Ray addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Budziszewski and seconded by Council Member Dahl to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2018 – 141 APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A REPLACEMENT DUMP TRUCK AND ATTACHMENTS 4.1(a) Crystal City Council meeting minutes Nov. 20, 2018 Page 3 of 4 Voting aye: Adams, Budziszewski, Dahl, Deshler, Kolb and LaRoche. Absent, not voting: Parsons. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6.4 The Council considered a resolution awarding the contract for Winnetka Pond Sediment Removal Project. Public Works Director Mark Ray addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Deshler and seconded by Council Member Kolb to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2018 – 142 AWARD CONTRACT FOR WINNETKA POND DREDGING PROJECT #2018-04 Voting aye: Adams, Dahl, Deshler, Kolb and LaRoche. Absent, not voting: Parsons. Abstention: Budziszewski. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6.5 The Council considered a resolution authorizing the easement agreement with the Winnetka Village Apartments. Public Works Director Mark Ray addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member LaRoche and seconded by Council Member Budziszewski to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: RESOLUTION NO. 2018 – 143 AUTHORIZING THE POND EASEMENT AND BUFFER MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR WINNETKA POND Voting aye: Adams, Budziszewski, Dahl, Deshler, Kolb and LaRoche. Absent, not voting: Parsons. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6.6 The Council considered a resolution awarding the contract for mowing services for 2019. Public Works Director Mark Ray addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Budziszewski and seconded by Council Member Deshler to adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent: 4.1(a) Crystal City Council meeting minutes Nov. 20, 2018 Page 4 of 4 RESOLUTION NO. 2018 – 144 AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR LAWN MOWING SERVICES Voting aye: Adams, Budziszewski, Dahl, Deshler, Kolb and LaRoche. Absent, not voting: Parsons. Motion carried, resolution declared adopted. 6.7 The Council considered a contract for 2019 with the city of Brooklyn Park for environmental health services. City Manager Anne Norris addressed the Council. Moved by Council Member Dahl and seconded by Council Member LaRoche to approve the 2019 contract with the city of Brooklyn Park for environmental health services. Voting aye: Adams, Budziszewski, Dahl, Deshler, Kolb and LaRoche. Absent, not voting: Parsons. Motion carried. 7. Announcements The Council made several announcements about upcoming events. 8. Adjournment Moved by Council Member Budziszewski and seconded by Council Member Kolb to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:33 p.m. _____________________________________ Jim Adams, Mayor ATTEST: _________________________________________ Chrissy Serres, City Clerk 4.1(a) Crystal City Council work session minutes Nov. 20, 2018 Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the work session of the Crystal City Council was held at 6:25 p.m. on Nov. 20, 2018 in Conference Room A, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Adams called the meeting to order. I.Attendance The city clerk recorded the attendance for City Council members and staff: Council members present: Adams, Budziszewski, Dahl, Deshler, Kolb and LaRoche.Absent: Parsons. City staff present: City Manager A. Norris, Assistant City Manager/Human Resources Manager K. Therres, City Attorney J. Hill, Public Works Director/City Engineer M. Ray and City Clerk C. Serres. II.Agenda The Council and staff discussed the following agenda items: 1.Commission candidate interview (6:20 – 6:30 p.m.). 2.Winter operations check in. 3.Constituent issues. 4.City manager monthly check in. 5.New business. 6.Announcements. The work session adjourned at 6:51 p.m. ________________________________ Jim Adams, Mayor ATTEST: Chrissy Serres, City Clerk 4.1(b) Page 1 of 1 City of Crystal Council Meeting Dec. 4, 2018 Applications for City License Rental – New 6826 36th Ave. N. – Cerberus SFR Holdings II LP (Conditional) Rental – Renewal 4425 Adair Ave. N. – Adair Properties LLC (Conditional) 4635 Brunswick Ave. N. – William Leon (Conditional) 3141 Douglas Dr. N. – Mike Halek 3136 Hampshire Ave. N. – Katherine & Pedro Meza (Conditional) 5407 Hampshire Ave. N. – CBB Property Management (Conditional) 4950 Lakeland Ave. N. – Todd R. Haugan & Assoc. LTD 5600 Vera Cruz Ave. N. – MNSF (Conditional) 3049 Winnetka Ave. N. – Reill Properties LLC 4712 Yates Ave. N. – Hawkeye Real Estate Tree Trimmer SaveATree, LLC 8000 Powell Rd. Ste. 160 Hopkins, MN 55343 Pioneer Tree and Landscape 32294 93rd St. Pierz, MN 56364 Eagle Tree Service 8637 225th Ave. N.W. Burns Township, MN 55330 Precision Landscape & Tree 50 S. Owasso Blvd. E. Little Canada, MN 55117 Premier Tree Service, Inc. 8588 260th Ave. Pierz, MN 55364 4.2 Memorandum DATE: December 4, 2018 TO: City Council FROM: Mark Ray, PE, Director of Public Works Mick Cyert, Engineering Project Manager SUBJECT: Winnetka Pond Environmental Assessment Summary Late this summer, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources notified the City that an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) must be prepared for this project. This need had not been brought up previously. While following the required administrative process, the project team worked to minimize the impact on the overall project schedule. Although the project was bid and contract awarded, the final parts of this administrative process still need to be wrapped up. Per the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board (EQB), the need for an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) must be decided within 30 days of the (EAW public comment period concluding. Since the EAW review period ended on November 7, the City must submit the need for an EIS decision to the EQB by December 7, 2018. The resolution needs to be passed at the December 4 City Council meeting in order to get the decision submitted to the EQB on time. Delaying this decision could delay the project. The entire process EAW process is to evaluate the impact of the project on the environment and provide the opportunity for the public and various agencies to comment. Based on the information contained in the EAW and in the written comments received, the Winnetka Pond Dredging Project does not create significant environmental issues. Adverse impacts to the environment would all only be temporary in nature and related to project dredging. Long‐term effects are beneficial to both the human and natural environments. Attachments •Winnetka Pond Environmental Assessment Worksheet •Winnetka Pond Findings of Fact and Record of Decision Recommended Action Motion adopting a Record of Decision for the Environmental Review of the Winnetka Pond Dredging Project and making a Negative Declaration on the need for an Environmental Impact Statement. 4.3 4300 MarketPointe Drive, Suite 200 Minneapolis, MN 55435 952.832.2600 www.barr.com Environmental Assessment Worksheet Winnetka Pond Dredging Project Prepared for City of Crystal, Minnesota September 2018 4.3 i Environmental Assessment Worksheet Winnetka Pond Dredging Project September 2018 Contents Project Title ............................................................................................................................................................................ 1 Proposer .................................................................................................................................................................................. 1 RGU ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 1 Reason for EAW Preparation ........................................................................................................................................... 2 Project Location .................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Project Description .............................................................................................................................................................. 2 Cover Types ............................................................................................................................................................................ 6 Permits and Approvals Required ................................................................................................................................... 7 Land Use .................................................................................................................................................................................. 8 Geology, Soils and Topography/Land Forms .........................................................................................................12 Water Resources ................................................................................................................................................................13 Contamination/Hazardous Materials/Wastes ........................................................................................................18 Fish, Wildlife, Plant Communities, and Sensitive Ecological Resources (Rare Features) ........................20 Historic Properties .............................................................................................................................................................22 Visual ......................................................................................................................................................................................23 Air .............................................................................................................................................................................................23 Noise .......................................................................................................................................................................................24 Transportation .....................................................................................................................................................................24 Cumulative Potential Effects ..........................................................................................................................................26 Other Potential Environmental Effects ......................................................................................................................28 4.3 ii List of Tables Table 1 Project Magnitude Summary .......................................................................................................................... 5 Table 2 Summary of Cover Types (in acres) ............................................................................................................. 7 Table 3 Permits and Approvals Required .................................................................................................................. 7 List of Figures Figure 1 Project Location Figure 2 U.S. Geological Survey 7.5 Minute Quad Map Figure 3 Project Overview Figure 4 Landcover Figure 5 Water Resources Figure 6 Delineated Wetlands Figure 7 MPCA What's In My Neighborhood List of Appendices Appendix A Design Plans Appendix B References 4.3 1 July 2013 version ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET This Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) form and EAW Guidelines are available at the Environmental Quality Board’s website at: http://www.eqb.state.mn.us/EnvRevGuidanceDocuments.htm. The EAW form provides information about a project that may have the potential for significant environmental effects. The EAW Guidelines provide additional detail and resources for completing the EAW form. Cumulative potential effects can either be addressed under each applicable EAW Item, or can be addresses collectively under EAW Item 19. Note to reviewers: Comments must be submitted to the RGU during the 30-day comment period following notice of the EAW in the EQB Monitor. Comments should address the accuracy and completeness of information, potential impacts that warrant further investigation, and the need for an EIS. Project Title Winnetka Pond Dredging Project Proposer City of Crystal, Minnesota Contact person: Mark Ray Title: Public Works Director Address: 4141 Douglas Drive N City, State, ZIP: Crystal, Minnesota 55422 Phone: (763) 531-1160 Email: mark.ray@crystalmn.gov RGU City of Crystal, Minnesota Contact person: Anne Norris Title: City Manager Address: 4141 Douglas Drive N City, State, ZIP: Crystal, MN 55422 Phone: (763) 531-1000 Email: anne.norris@crystalmn.gov 4.3 2 Reason for EAW Preparation Required: Discretionary:  EIS Scoping  Citizen petition X Mandatory EAW  RGU discretion  Proposer initiated If EAW or EIS is mandatory give EQB rule category subpart number(s) and name(s): Subpart 27 – Wetlands and Public Waters Project Location • County: Hennepin • City/Township: Crystal • PLS Location (¼, ¼, Section, Township, Range): SE ¼, SE ¼, Section 17, Township 118N, Range 21W • Watershed (81 major watershed scale): 20 – Mississippi River • GPS Coordinates: Latitude: 45.022392, Longitude: -93.376442 Tax Parcel Numbers: 1711821330001, 1711821330008, 1711821330009 At a minimum attach each of the following to the EAW: • County map showing the general location of the project (Figure 1) • U.S. Geological Survey 7.5 minute, 1:24,000 scale map indicating project boundaries (photocopy acceptable) (Figure 2) • Site plans showing all significant project and natural features. Pre-construction site plan and post-construction site plan. Not applicable. Figures are included in the “Figures” section at the end of the document text. Project plans are located in Appendix A. Project Description a. Provide the brief project summary to be published in the EQB Monitor (approximately 50 words). This project primarily consists of dredging accumulated sediments and native soils in Winnetka Pond to provide increased sediment storage and to help minimize sediment resuspension and 4.3 3 transport downstream. Additionally, several improvements will be made to the area surrounding the pond, including a native vegetation buffer, storm sewer improvements, and maintenance access improvements. b. Give a complete description of the proposed project and related new construction, including infrastructure needs. If the project is an expansion include a description of the existing facility. Emphasize: 1) construction, operation methods and features that will cause physical manipulation of the environment or will produce wastes, 2) modifications to existing equipment or industrial processes, 3) significant demolition, removal or remodeling of existing structures, and 4) timing and duration of construction activities. Project Background Winnetka Pond was constructed on the North Branch of Bassett Creek in 1968. As originally designed, Winnetka Pond was only 2 feet deep. A large portion of the original pond’s volume has filled in with accumulated sediment, allowing for increased sediment resuspension and transport downstream as there is less space for it to be detained within the pond. Maintenance is required in the form of dredging to remove accumulated sediment from Winnetka Pond. Additional dredging of native soils would increase the pond depth to six feet, providing additional sediment storage and preventing sediment resuspension. Proposed Project The proposed project consists of removing accumulated sediments and native soils through dredging, maintenance access improvements, outlet structure modifications, erosion repair, storm sewer installation, and vegetated buffer establishment (Figure 3 and Appendix A). Each of these features is described in further detail below. As planned, the proposed project would remove approximately 18,500 cubic yards of accumulated sediment and native soils within Winnetka Pond. Native soils would also be removed to increase pond depth to 6 feet. Excavation would be completed during the winter months when water levels and flow through the pond are expected to be low. A portion of the pond is delineated as wetland; excavation within the wetland limits of the pond would be completed by scooping it with an excavator alone, without the assistance of any grading equipment. Sediment from within the pond was tested for contaminants as part of project planning. Testing results indicate that the sediment to be removed from Winnetka Pond is suitable for off-site reuse under Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s (MPCA’s) Best Management Practices for the Off-Site Reuse of Unregulated Fill (MPCA, 2012) document. Once 4.3 4 selected, the contractor would be responsible for locating a suitable disposal site for the dredged material. During construction, a rock filter dike would be placed just upstream of the existing pond outlet structure to minimize downstream sediment movement via the North Branch of Bassett Creek. Sediment-laden water would be managed with best management practices (BMPs) prior to discharge to the downstream storm sewer. It is anticipated that dredging would begin by working from the southwest corner of the pond and constructing a temporary haul road through the pond using on-site material from the pond bottom. Once the temporary haul road reaches the far (east) side of the pond, trucks would be loaded to haul the material off-site. The temporary haul road would be removed as the construction crew works back toward the southwest corner of the pond. The proposed project would provide long-term maintenance access at two locations: a west access and an east access. The west access point would be a 12-foot-wide vehicle ramp with 10 percent maximum slope and would be used for construction hauling traffic. The west access would be graded by earth-moving equipment as part of common excavation outside the ordinary high water level of Winnetka Pond. The east access near the outlet structure would allow for maintenance vehicle parking while city crews perform routine maintenance at the outlet structure. Both access locations would have turf reinforcement to prevent rutting and compaction and would be maintained as native buffer or turf grass. To reduce the frequency of obstructed flows, the Winnetka Pond outlet structure would be modified as part of the proposed project. Modifications would include removing the existing grate and installing a new hinged grate with sloping bars to allow maintenance crews to clean the new grate more effectively and easily than the current structure. The existing plywood weir would be replaced with a concrete weir of the same dimensions, elevations, and orifice size/shape to ensure no change in flood elevations or outflow. The joints of the outlet pipe downstream of the outlet structure have separated, allowing soil to infiltrate the pipe. The proposed project also involves replacing these degraded sections of outlet pipe by blocking or bypassing flow from the pond, excavating and removing the existing concrete pipe, and installing new concrete pipe between the existing outlet structure and downstream manhole. An existing driveway provides access to an apartment complex adjacent to the proposed project area. Runoff from curb cuts along the existing driveway has resulted in visible erosion along the slopes, forming channels on both sides of the driveway and sediment deposits in the pond. As part of the proposed project, new storm sewer inlets would be installed at each curb-cut location to direct stormwater through pipes into the pond. The new storm sewer would be 4.3 5 installed by excavating a trench along the existing driveway and may require relocation of existing utilities (electric, cable, telephone). No pavement or curb removals are anticipated. To improve erosion control and the filtering of stormwater runoff the vegetated buffer around the pond’s perimeter would be restored. The buffer would be approximately 1.1 acres, a minimum of 30 feet in width, and would include a 10-foot-wide mow strip along the driveway perimeter. The buffer would be planted with native plant species. Because a portion of the buffer is on private property and outside of any existing easements, the City is in the process of acquiring a permanent easement over both the buffer area located on private property (on the far west end of the pond) and the very west portion of the pond. Once acquired, the easement will allow the City to plant and maintain the buffer and perform any future pond or storm sewer maintenance. Buffer maintenance would occur in perpetuity and is anticipated to include monthly visits to remove, spray, or mow any weeds or undesirable vegetation. c. Project magnitude: Table 1 provides a summary of the proposed project’s magnitude. Table 1 Project Magnitude Summary Component Applicability Total project acreage 5.9 acres Linear project length Not applicable Number and type of residential units Not applicable Commercial building area (in square feet) Not applicable Industrial building area (in square feet) Not applicable Institutional building area (in square feet) Not applicable Other uses—specify (in square feet) Not applicable Structure height(s) Not applicable d. Explain the project purpose; if the project will be carried out by a governmental unit, explain the need for the project and identify its beneficiaries. The purpose of the proposed project is to improve the function, water quality, water quality treatment, and aesthetics of Winnetka Pond. As the pond continues to fill with sediment, the flood storage capacity of the pond would eventually be impacted, putting nearby residents at a higher risk for flooding. Additionally, the reduced sediment storage capacity would continue to decrease the ability for removal of pollutant-bearing sediments, primarily phosphorous. The deepening of 4.3 6 the pond and the improvements to the buffer and storm sewer aim to improve the water quality of Winnetka Pond, as well as the North Branch of Bassett Creek that flows through it. The proposed project is owned and administered by the City of Crystal (local government unit [LGU]), and is funded by the Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission (BCWMC) through a 2018 ad valorem levy (via Hennepin County). Direct beneficiaries of the proposed project are the City, BCWMC, owners and renters at the Winnetka Village Apartments adjacent to the proposed project, as well as members of the local community and those affected by the improved water quality downstream. e. Are future stages of this development including development on any other property planned or likely to happen?  Yes X No If yes, briefly describe future stages, relationship to present project, timeline and plans for environmental review. f. Is this project a subsequent stage of an earlier project?  Yes X No If yes, briefly describe the past development, timeline and any past environmental review. Cover Types Estimate the acreage of the site with each of the following cover types before and after development: Land cover type areas were estimated using GIS; the results are summarized in Table 2 and on Figure 4. 4.3 7 Table 2 Summary of Cover Types (in acres) Cover Type Before After Wetlands 0.1 0.1 Deep water/streams 0 0 Wooded/forest 0.3 0.3 Brush/grassland 1.1 1.1 Cropland 0 0 Lawn/landscaping 1.3 1.3 Impervious Surface 0.2 0.2 Stormwater Pond 2.9 2.9 Other 0 0 Total Area 5.9 5.9 Permits and Approvals Required List all known local, state and federal permits, approvals, certifications and financial assistance for the project. Include modifications of any existing permits, governmental review of plans and all direct and indirect forms of public financial assistance including bond guarantees, Tax Increment Financing and infrastructure. All of these final decisions are prohibited until all appropriate environmental review has been completed. See Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4410.3100. Permits and/or approvals required prior to project construction are included below in Table 3. Table 3 Permits and Approvals Required Unit of Government Type of Application Date Obtained U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Preconstruction Notification July 18, 2018 Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Work in Public Waters Permit September 5, 2018 City of Crystal Wetland Conservation Act Approval City Approval of Project Plans August 6, 2018 August 21, 2018 Cumulative potential effects may be considered and addressed in response to individual EAW Item Nos. 9–18, or the RGU can address all cumulative potential effects in response to EAW Item 4.3 8 No. 19. If addressing cumulative effect under individual items, make sure to include information requested in EAW Item No. 19. All potential cumulative impacts are discussed in EAW Item 19 (Cumulative Potential Effects). Land Use a. Describe: i. Existing land use of the site as well as areas adjacent to and near the site, including parks, trails, prime or unique farmlands. The proposed project is located along the North Branch of Bassett Creek and is listed as Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) public water MDNR #27062900P. The City of Crystal is working to acquire easements for temporary storage of stormwater in Winnetka Pond. Winnetka Pond is located east of Winnetka Avenue, north of 36th Avenue North, and south of the Winnetka Village Apartments. It is partially surrounded by a narrow buffer of hardwood trees and grasses with manicured lawn further upslope. Areas surrounding Winnetka Pond primarily consist of commercial and industrial land with medium-density residential land located farther beyond. Northwood Park is located approximately 0.15 miles west of the project boundary and includes the Bassett Creek Regional Trail. Lions Park is another park in the vicinity of the project located approximately 0.25 miles northeast of the project boundary. The Beth El Cemetery is located approximately 350 feet north of the project boundary on the north side of the Winnetka Village Apartments. There are no prime or unique farmlands located inside or adjacent to the project boundary. ii. Plans. Describe planned land use as identified in comprehensive plan (if available) and any other applicable plan for land use, water, or resources management by a local, regional, state, or federal agency. Comprehensive land-use planning applicable to the proposed project is discussed below. Unless noted, the proposed project area would be located within the boundary of these plans. The planned land use in the proposed project area is not anticipated to change based on City of Crystal comprehensive land-use planning. City of Crystal Comprehensive Plan (2030) The City of Crystal is presently updating its comprehensive plan with the next update planned by the end of 2018. The existing Comprehensive Plan (City of Crystal, 2011) was developed to be 4.3 9 the City’s policy document and guide for land use and related decision making. The Metropolitan Council, which provides policy direction for the Twin Cities metropolitan area, established the following general policies for inclusion in the existing plan: • Policy 1 - Work with local communities to accommodate growth in a flexible, connected and efficient manner. • Policy 2 - Plan and invest in multi-modal transportation choices, based on the full range of costs and benefits, to slow the growth of congestion and serve the region’s economic needs. • Policy 3 - Encourage expanded choices in housing location and types, and improved access to jobs and opportunities • Policy 4 - Work with local and regional partners to reclaim, conserve, protect and enhance the region’s vital natural resources. Local Surface Water Management Plan The Local Surface Water Management Plan (Plan) (City of Crystal, 2010) was developed to provide direction concerning the administration and implementation of water resources within the City. A number of goals and policies were developed to complement County, Regional, or State goals and policies, as well as to preserve and use natural water storage and retention systems. The goals and policies identified in the Plan address a number of issues including water quality, recreation, fish and wildlife, and public participation enhancement. The City lists 15 surface water goals, the following of which are applicable to the proposed project: • Control the rate of stormwater runoff from development and redevelopment to minimize the impact on downstream structures and water resources • Improve the quality of stormwater runoff discharging to the City’s lakes, streams, and wetlands. • Provide a reasonable level of stormwater flood protection within the City to minimize property damage and limit public capital and maintenance expenditures due to stormwater flooding. • Reduce pollutant loads to waterbodies and encourage groundwater recharge and protection by reducing the volume of stormwater runoff from development, redevelopment, and street reconstruction projects. 4.3 10 • In the effort to recharge groundwater, the City will also take efforts to prevent pollutants from entering the groundwater system. • Prevent sediment from construction sites from entering the City’s surface water resources. • Conserve and protect shoreland areas within the City. • Manage lakes and creeks to improve water quality. • Maintain the function and effectiveness of stormwater management structures through monitoring and maintenance. Additionally, the Plan provides an assessment of existing and potential water resource-related concerns and corrective actions. The Plan includes a 2008 channel erosion inventory of the North Branch of Bassett Creek, which identified the presence of erosion, sedimentation, undermined culverts, and trash accumulation. Bassett Creek Watershed Management Plan (2015–2025) The Watershed Management Plan (BCWMC, 2015) sets the vision, guidelines, and proposed tasks for managing surface water within the jurisdictional boundaries of the BCWMC. The BCWMC is a joint powers watershed management organization (WMO). The Metropolitan Surface Water Management Act states that the purposes of WMO water management programs are as follows (quoted from Minnesota Statutes 103B.201): 1. Protect, preserve, and use natural surface and groundwater storage and retention systems. 2. Minimize public capital expenditures needed to correct flooding and water quality problems. 3. Identify and plan for means to effectively protect and improve surface and groundwater quality. 4. Establish more uniform local policies and official controls for surface and groundwater management. 5. Prevent erosion of soil into surface water systems. 6. Promote groundwater recharge. 7. Protect and enhance fish and wildlife habitat and water recreational facilities. 8. Secure the other benefits associated with the proper management of surface and groundwater. 4.3 11 The North Branch of Bassett Creek, which runs through Winnetka Pond, is classified as a Priority 1 Stream by the BCWMC. The BCWMC classifies specific waterbodies within the watershed as priority waterbodies based on the desired water quality standards and uses for those bodies. Metropolitan Council 2040 Water Resources Policy Plan The 2040 Water Resources Policy Plan (Metropolitan Council, 2015) is a framework for building strategies that integrate wastewater, water supply, and surface water as related areas of a comprehensive water picture. The plan carries forward the vision of Thrive MSP 2040, the long- range plan for the Twin Cities region that is updated every 10 years. Thrive’s regional vision includes five desired outcomes that provide policy direction for the 2040 Water Resources Policy Plan: • Stewardship – advancing the Council’s longstanding mission of orderly and economical development by responsibly managing the region’s natural and financial resources and making strategic investments in our region’s future. • Prosperity – investing in infrastructure and amenities that make our region competitive in attracting and retaining successful businesses, a talented workforce, and strong economic opportunities. • Equity – connecting all residents to opportunity and creating viable housing, transportation, and recreation options for people of all races, ethnicities, incomes, and abilities so that all communities share the opportunities and challenges of growth and change. • Livability – focusing on the quality of our residents’ lives and experiences in the region, and how places and infrastructure create and enhance the quality of life that makes our region a great place to live. • Sustainability – protecting our regional vitality for generations to come by preserving our capacity to maintain and support our region’s well-being and productivity over the long term. Soil and Water Conservation District As of February 2014, Hennepin County assumed the role of soil and water conservation district (SWCD) and is responsible for all duties and authorities of an SWCD. The Hennepin County Natural Resources Strategic Plan includes a goal to protect and restore lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands to preserve the health of aquatic ecosystems, meet applicable standards for fishing 4.3 12 and recreation, and ensure that water supplies are sustainable. A strategy to meet this goal includes working with partners to implement water quality restoration and protection projects to improve impaired water resources. iii. Zoning, including special districts or overlays such as shoreland, floodplain, wild and scenic rivers, critical area, agricultural preserves, etc. The proposed project is located in areas zoned by the City of Crystal as R-1 and R-3. R-1 is a low-density residential district with no more than six dwellings per acre, and R-3 is a high- density residential district containing between 1 and 40 dwellings per acre. Portions of the proposed project are also located within a floodway and Zone AE, making this a Flood Fringe District. Within Flood Fringe Districts, the use, size, type, and location of development must comply with applicable regulations. In no cases shall floodplain development adversely affect the efficiency or unduly restrict the capacity of the channels or floodways of any tributaries to the main stream, drainage ditches, or any other drainage facilities or systems. b. Discuss the project’s compatibility with nearby land uses, zoning, and plans listed in Item 9a above, concentrating on implications for environmental effects. The proposed project would be compatible with the nearby land uses, zoning, and plans previously described in EAW Item 9aii. c. Identify measures incorporated into the proposed project to mitigate any potential incompatibility as discussed in Item 9b above. The proposed project would be compatible with current land uses. Geology, Soils and Topography/Land Forms a. Geology – Describe the geology underlying the project area and identify and map any susceptible geologic features such as sinkholes, shallow limestone formations, unconfined/shallow aquifers, or karst conditions. Discuss any limitations of these features for the project and any effects the project could have on these features. Identify any project designs or mitigation measures to address effects to geologic features. Bedrock in the proposed project area is the St. Peter Sandstone formation (Minnesota Geological Survey, 1989). The upper half to two-thirds of this formation is fine- to medium- grained friable quartz sandstone. Exposures are limited in this part of the unit and commonly exhibit case-hardened weathered surfaces. The lower part of the St. Peter Sandstone contains multicolored beds of mudstone, siltstone, and shale with interbedded very coarse sandstone. Depth to bedrock in the proposed project area is up to 150 feet below ground surface. Surficial 4.3 13 geology consists of loamy till, which is primarily loam textured, underlain by Superior Lobe stratified sediment or till and small areas of thick, fine, loamy colluvium. No karst features or other geologically sensitive features are known to occur in the vicinity of the proposed project area. b. Soils and topography – Describe the soils on the site, giving NRCS (SCS) classifications and descriptions, including limitations of soils. Describe topography, any special site conditions relating to erosion potential, soil stability or other soils limitations, such as steep slopes, highly permeable soils. Provide estimated volume and acreage of soil excavation and/or grading. Discuss impacts from project activities (distinguish between construction and operational activities) related to soils and topography. Identify measures during and after project construction to address soil limitations including stabilization, soil corrections or other measures. Erosion/sedimentation control related to stormwater runoff should be addressed in response to Item 11.b.ii. Topography in the proposed project area is generally steeper in areas leading into the pond along the delineated edges, but otherwise is mostly flat. Soil in the proposed project area is predominantly mapped as Urban land-Udorthents complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes (map unit U6B); Urban land-Lester complex, 2 to 18 percent slopes (map unit L52C); Udorthents, wet substratum, 0 to 2 percent slopes (map unit U2A); and Urban land- Udorthents, wet substratum, complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes (map unit U1A). The dredging of the pond is expected to remove approximately 18,500 yards of accumulated sediment and native soils, and minor grading would take place to provide safe construction and maintenance accesses and to transition between the pond and buffer areas. During construction, ground disturbance would be limited to the extent possible to minimize the potential for erosion. Temporary erosion and sediment control BMPs would be installed and designed to minimize erosion onsite and to prevent construction-related sediment from migrating offsite. Site conditions will determine final selection and placement of BMPs. BMPs would be installed prior to soil disturbance, and the contractor would be responsible for their inspection and maintenance. Water Resources a. Describe surface water and groundwater features on or near the site in a.i. and a.ii. below. i. Surface water – lakes, streams, wetlands, intermittent channels, and county/judicial ditches. Include any special designations such as public waters, trout stream/lake, wildlife lakes, migratory waterfowl feeding/resting lake, and outstanding resource value 4.3 14 water. Include water quality impairments or special designations listed on the current MPCA 303d Impaired Waters List that are within 1 mile of the project. Include DNR Public Waters Inventory number(s), if any. The proposed project is located in Winnetka Pond, which is a DNR Public Water (PWI #27062900P) (Figure 5). The City of Crystal is acquiring easements for temporary storage of stormwater in Winnetka Pond. The North Branch of Bassett Creek flows through Winnetka Pond and the proposed project area (Figure 5). The North Branch of Bassett Creek is a BCWMC Priority 1 stream and is included on the MPCA’s Impaired Waters 303(d) list as impaired for aquatic recreation due to E. coli. The North Branch of Bassett Creek flows through a culvert under an apartment complex driveway into Winnetka Pond and through an outlet structure at the southeast corner of Winnetka Pond where it continues downstream to Bassett Creek Park Pond before joining the Main Stem of Bassett Creek. Northwood Lake (PWI #27062700P), located approximately 0.65 miles upstream of the proposed project, is classified as a BCWMC Priority 1 shallow lake waterbody and is listed as impaired for aquatic recreation due to excessive phosphorus and chloride. The North Branch of Bassett Creek discharges into Northwood Lake through an upstream culvert and portions of the cities of Plymouth and New Hope drain to Northwood Lake through four storm sewers. The proposed project is located within the FEMA-mapped North Branch of Bassett Creek floodway and the 100-year FEMA flood zone (Figure 5). The 100-year flood zone represents areas subject to inundation in the 1-percent-annual-chance flood (i.e., areas that have a 1-percent chance of flooding during a given year, also referred to as the 100-year floodplain). Barr Engineering Co. (Barr) performed a wetland delineation within the proposed project area on October 11, 2016. Winnetka Pond was delineated as a 3.5-acre wetland complex made up of shallow open water with adjacent floodplain forest wetland communities (Figure 6). ii. Groundwater – aquifers, springs, seeps. Include: 1) depth to groundwater; 2) if project is within a MDH wellhead protection area; 3) identification of any onsite and/or nearby wells, including unique numbers and well logs if available. If there are no wells known on site or nearby, explain the methodology used to determine this. The depth to groundwater in the proposed project area is recorded as 0 to 20 feet, and the proposed project is located above the St. Peter Aquifer. There are no known springs or seeps within the proposed project area. The proposed project is not located within a Minnesota 4.3 15 Department of Health (MDH) wellhead protection area; however, it is immediately adjacent on the east to the Robbinsdale Wellhead Protection Area and approximately 1 mile away from the Plymouth Wellhead Protection Area on the west side of the boundary (Figure 5). According to the Minnesota County Well Index (Minnesota Geological Survey, 2018), there are no groundwater wells in the proposed project area; however, there are six wells within 500 feet of the proposed project area. The Unique Well ID Numbers and their primary functions are listed below. • ID 331658: Abandoned well, 40 feet deep, located 70 feet northwest of proposed project. • ID 510051: Monitoring well, 46 feet deep, located 90 feet southwest of proposed project. • ID 538766: Monitoring well, 17 feet deep, located 275 feet west of proposed project. • ID 538767: Monitoring well, 31 feet deep, located 275 feet west of proposed project.. • ID 538765: Monitoring well, 30 feet deep, located 340 feet west of the proposed project. • ID 538764: Monitoring well, 33 feet deep, located 390 feet west of proposed project. b. Describe effects from project activities on water resources and measures to minimize or mitigate the effects in Item b.i. through Item b.iv. below. i. Wastewater – For each of the following, describe the sources, quantities and composition of all sanitary, municipal/domestic and industrial wastewater produced or treated at the site. 1) If the wastewater discharge is to a publicly owned treatment facility, identify any pretreatment measures and the ability of the facility to handle the added water and waste loadings, including any effects on, or required expansion of, municipal wastewater infrastructure. 2) If the wastewater discharge is to a subsurface sewage treatment systems (SSTS), describe the system used, the design flow, and suitability of site conditions for such a system. 3) If the wastewater discharge is to surface water, identify the wastewater treatment methods and identify discharge points and proposed effluent limitations to mitigate impacts. Discuss any effects to surface or groundwater from wastewater discharges. 4.3 16 The proposed project would not produce any sanitary, municipal/domestic, or industrial wastewater. ii. Stormwater – Describe the quantity and quality of stormwater runoff at the site prior to and post construction. Include the routes and receiving water bodies for runoff from the site (major downstream water bodies as well as the immediate receiving waters). Discuss any environmental effects from stormwater discharges. Describe stormwater pollution prevention plans including temporary and permanent runoff controls and potential BMP site locations to manage or treat stormwater runoff. Identify specific erosion control, sedimentation control or stabilization measures to address soil limitations during and after project construction. Winnetka Pond is a stormwater pond that receives stormwater from surrounding lands. As proposed, the project would remove approximately 18,500 cubic yards of accumulated sediment and native soils from within Winnetka Pond. Excavation would be completed during the winter months when water levels and flow through the pond are expected to be low. To improve erosion control and the filtering of stormwater runoff, an approximately 1.1-acre vegetated buffer would be restored around the pond’s perimeter. The buffer would be a minimum of 30 feet in width and would include a 10-foot-wide mow strip along the driveway perimeter. The proposed project would not generate additional stormwater runoff; instead, it would provide enhanced capacity to treat and store stormwater from surrounding areas and upstream. iii. Water appropriation – Describe if the project proposes to appropriate surface or groundwater (including dewatering). Describe the source, quantity, duration, use and purpose of the water use and if a DNR water appropriation permit is required. Describe any well abandonment. If connecting to an existing municipal water supply, identify the wells to be used as a water source and any effects on, or required expansion of, municipal water infrastructure. Discuss environmental effects from water appropriation, including an assessment of the water resources available for appropriation. Identify any measures to avoid, minimize, or mitigate environmental effects from the water appropriation. The proposed project would not appropriate surface or groundwater. 4.3 17 iv. Surface Waters a) Wetlands – Describe any anticipated physical effects or alterations to wetland features such as draining, filling, permanent inundation, dredging and vegetative removal. Discuss direct and indirect environmental effects from physical modification of wetlands, including the anticipated effects that any proposed wetland alterations may have to the host watershed. Identify measures to avoid (e.g., available alternatives that were considered), minimize, or mitigate environmental effects to wetlands. Discuss whether any required compensatory wetland mitigation for unavoidable wetland impacts will occur in the same minor or major watershed, and identify those probable locations. The proposed project would deepen Winnetka Pond to a depth of 6 feet. This would preserve the current wetland community while providing further additional permanent pool volume and associated water quality improvements for additional sedimentation. Although most work within delineated wetland areas would involve excavation, riprap would be placed within an approximately 126-square-foot area to minimize erosion. In addition, the proposed project would include 354 square feet of temporary wetland impacts for construction access. These impacts have been approved under the Wetland Conservation Act’s de minimis exemption. Since wetland impacts fall within the de minimis exemption and no wetland type conversion is anticipated, wetland mitigation would not be required. b) Other surface waters- Describe any anticipated physical effects or alterations to surface water features (lakes, streams, ponds, intermittent channels, county/judicial ditches) such as draining, filling, permanent inundation, dredging, diking, stream diversion, impoundment, aquatic plant removal and riparian alteration. Discuss direct and indirect environmental effects from physical modification of water features. Identify measures to avoid, minimize, or mitigate environmental effects to surface water features, including in-water Best Management Practices that are proposed to avoid or minimize turbidity/sedimentation while physically altering the water features. Discuss how the project will change the number or type of watercraft on any water body, including current and projected watercraft usage. The proposed project would include construction within the Winnetka Pond and the North Branch of Bassett Creek, which runs through the pond, resulting in temporary impacts to the surface waters during construction. Temporary impacts are primarily related to increased turbidity in the water column due to movement of materials in the pond. Appropriate BMPs 4.3 18 would be implemented during construction to minimize the potential impacts to Winnetka Pond. This reach of the North Branch of Bassett Creek is not navigable by motorized watercraft and is not easily navigable by canoe or kayak. As such, the proposed project is not expected to impact recreational navigation. Contamination/Hazardous Materials/Wastes a. Pre-project site conditions – Describe existing contamination or potential environmental hazards on or in close proximity to the project site such as soil or ground water contamination, abandoned dumps, closed landfills, existing or abandoned storage tanks, and hazardous liquid or gas pipelines. Discuss any potential environmental effects from pre-project site conditions that would be caused or exacerbated by project construction and operation. Identify measures to avoid, minimize or mitigate adverse effects from existing contamination or potential environmental hazards. Include development of a Contingency Plan or Response Action Plan. The MPCA’s What’s in my Neighborhood database was reviewed to determine if sites with regulatory listings for contamination such as dumps, landfills, storage tanks, or hazardous liquids are located within or adjacent to the proposed project area. There were no sites of contamination within the proposed project boundary; however, several were nearby. The closest site of contamination is less than 100 feet from the project boundary. It is an inactive petroleum remediation leak and active underground tank. Three additional sites are within 350 feet of the proposed project boundary and include two inactive petroleum remediation leak sites and a contamination site with two inactive petroleum remediation occurrences and an active petroleum remediation. The contamination sites mentioned above and additional sites within a half-mile radius of the proposed project are shown on Figure 7. Sediment sampling to test for potential contaminants was completed as part of the May 2017 feasibility study for the proposed project. Sampling results indicated that the sediments do not have existing contamination. Results of field screening for staining, sheen, or odor, were negative for all three sediment samples, and analytical testing determined the excavated material could be reused for off-site purposes. Results of arsenic, copper, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in the sediment of Winnetka Pond were below Minnesota’s soil reference values (SRVs) and soil leaching values (SLVs) for all three samples collected from the pond, with the exception of the arsenic screening SLV. One sample had an arsenic concentration of 6.3 mg/kg, which is slightly above the SLV of 5.8 mg/kg. However, MPCA guidance for screening SLVs states that SLVs for metals should only be applied if there has been a significant 4.3 19 release of metals documented. Since no significant release of metals has been documented in the pond’s watershed, the observed arsenic concentration of 6.3 mg/kg in the sample should not preclude the off-site reuse. As such, contamination is not expected to be encountered during construction of the proposed project. b. Project related generation/storage of solid wastes – Describe solid wastes generated/stored during construction and/or operation of the project. Indicate method of disposal. Discuss potential environmental effects from solid waste handling, storage and disposal. Identify measures to avoid, minimize or mitigate adverse effects from the generation/storage of solid waste including source reduction and recycling. The dredging of the pond is expected to result in removal of approximately 18,500 yards of accumulated sediment and native soils. As described in the previous section, testing confirmed that the dredged sediment qualifies as unregulated fill. Proper disposal of the generated materials will be the contractor’s responsibility, in accordance with local and state requirements. During construction, the contractor would also collect accumulated woody debris, abandoned culvert sections, and other trash. The contractor would be responsible for removing these materials from the proposed project area and disposing of them at an appropriate location. c. Project related use/storage of hazardous materials – Describe chemicals/hazardous materials used/stored during construction and/or operation of the project including method of storage. Indicate the number, location and size of any above or below ground tanks to store petroleum or other materials. Discuss potential environmental effects from accidental spill or release of hazardous materials. Identify measures to avoid, minimize or mitigate adverse effects from the use/storage of chemicals/hazardous materials including source reduction and recycling. Include development of a spill prevention plan. Hazardous material storage would include secondary containment of fuels during construction of the proposed project. Fuels, oils, lubricants, and other materials typically used by construction equipment would be used during construction. No other chemicals or hazardous materials would be needed for or generated by the proposed project. Refueling spills and equipment failures, such as a broken hydraulic line, could introduce contaminants into soil and surface waters during construction. A spill could result in potentially adverse effects to on-site soils and surface waters. However, the amounts of fuel and other lubricants and oils would be limited to that needed by the equipment onsite. Supplies and equipment needed to quickly limit any contamination would also be located onsite. 4.3 20 To minimize the likelihood of potential spills and leaks of petroleum and hydraulic fluids during project construction, equipment would be inspected daily for leaks and petroleum contamination, fuels for construction would be stored at staging areas in upland locations, and equipment refueling and maintenance would be performed in locations away from Winnetka Pond. In addition, the contractor would be required to use double-walled tanks or secondary containment for single-walled tanks used to store petroleum products onsite. Any bulk lubricants would also be stored with secondary containment protection. All petroleum and lubricant storage containers would be inspected on a weekly basis and the inspections would be documented. d. Project related generation/storage of hazardous wastes – Describe hazardous wastes generated/stored during construction and/or operation of the project. Indicate method of disposal. Discuss potential environmental effects from hazardous waste handling, storage, and disposal. Identify measures to avoid, minimize or mitigate adverse effects from the generation/storage of hazardous waste including source reduction and recycling. Construction and operation of the proposed project is not anticipated to generate any hazardous waste. Fish, Wildlife, Plant Communities, and Sensitive Ecological Resources (Rare Features) a. Describe fish and wildlife resources as well as habitats and vegetation on or in near the site. The MDNR, in collaboration with the U.S. Forest Service, developed an Ecological Classification System (ECS) for hierarchical mapping and classification of Minnesota land areas with similar native plant communities and other ecological features. Based on the ECS, the proposed project area is located within the Big Woods Subsection of the Minnesota and Northeast Iowa Morainal Section of the Eastern Broadleaf Forest Province (MDNR, 2017a). The dominant landscape feature in the Big Woods Subsection is circular, level topped hills bounded by smooth side slopes. Broad level areas between the hills are interspersed with closed depressions containing lakes and peat bogs. Pre-settlement vegetation primarily consisted of deciduous forest comprising northern red oak (Quercus rubra), sugar maple (Acer saccharum), basswood (Tilia Americana), and American elm (Ulmus Americana). At present, the majority of the Big Woods subsection is cropland, with approximately 10 to 15 percent comprising upland forest or wetland (MDNR, 2017a). The proposed project area primarily consists of wetland made up of two wetland communities: shallow open water (Type 5) and floodplain forest (Type 1L). 4.3 21 Shallow open water community is the dominant wetland type within Winnetka Pond and totals approximately 3.2 acres. No emergent, floating-leaf, or submerged aquatic vegetation was observed within the shallow open water community during the time of the site visit. Reed canary grass and Canada goldenrod were present along the fringes of the shallow open water community, mostly in uplands. Floodplain forest community is located along the eastern fringe of Winnetka Pond and totals approximately 0.3 acres. Dominant trees within the floodplain forest are ash-leaf maple, quaking aspen, and Eastern cottonwood. b. Describe rare features such as state-listed (endangered, threatened or special concern) species, native plant communities, Minnesota County Biological Survey Sites of Biodiversity Significance, and other sensitive ecological resources on or within close proximity to the site. Provide the license agreement number (LA-____) and/or correspondence number (ERDB _____________) from which the data were obtained and attach the Natural Heritage letter from the DNR. Indicate if any additional habitat or species survey work has been conducted within the site and describe the results. The MDNR’s Natural Heritage Information System (NHIS) database (Barr License Agreement LA- 898) was queried in September 2018 to assess whether state or federally listed species have been documented in the vicinity of the proposed project. According to the NHIS database, no state or federally listed species have been documented within 1 mile of the proposed project area. The proposed project is located in an urban setting surrounded by development and is unlikely to contain suitable habitat for listed species. c. Discuss how the identified fish, wildlife, plant communities, rare features and ecosystems may be affected by the project. Include a discussion on introduction and spread of invasive species from the project construction and operation. Separately discuss effects to known threatened and endangered species. The proposed project may have minor temporary adverse impacts on wildlife within and proximal to the proposed project area. Temporary impacts on wildlife may include increased noise and human activity during construction. Many species, even those accustomed to human proximity, could temporarily abandon habitats near the proposed project area until the work is completed. These temporary impacts are not expected to irreparably harm wildlife individuals or populations. Construction is planned to take place during the winter when most aquatic organisms, such as fish, have migrated to deeper waters for overwintering. Within Winnetka Pond and the North 4.3 22 Branch of Bassett Creek, remaining mobile organisms such as fish are expected to avoid and move away from the work area during construction. Direct impacts may occur to more sessile aquatic organisms that are unable to remove themselves from the construction area. Construction activities within the pond are not expected to occur between April 1 and June 30, unless coordinated in advance with the MDNR, in order to avoid the primary months for fish spawning and migration. As previously noted, the proposed project is not anticipated to impact state or federally listed species due to the absence of suitable habitat in the project area, further supported by the lack of documented nearby occurrences. d. Identify measures that will be taken to avoid, minimize, or mitigate adverse effects to fish, wildlife, plant communities, and sensitive ecological resources. As previously mentioned, potential impacts to fish would be minimized by avoiding construction activities in Winnetka Pond between April 1 and June 30, the primary months for fish spawning and migration. Additionally, as described above in EAW Item #6, erosion and sediment control BMPs will be installed throughout the proposed project area to minimize impacts to the North Branch of Bassett Creek. The potential impacts associated with the construction of the proposed project would be mitigated by ultimately improving water quality in Winnetka Pond and the North Branch of Bassett Creek downstream of the proposed project. To minimize the spread of non-native invasive species, construction equipment would be cleaned prior to arriving on site. Historic Properties Describe any historic structures, archeological sites, and/or traditional cultural properties on or in close proximity to the site. Include: 1) historic designations, 2) known artifact areas, and 3) architectural features. Attach letter received from the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). Discuss any anticipated effects to historic properties during project construction and operation. Identify measures that will be taken to avoid, minimize, or mitigate adverse effects to historic properties. On August 28, 2018, a request for data from the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) was conducted to identify known archaeological and historic resources within 1 mile of the proposed project. Historic aerial imagery from the MDNR Landview and General Land Office and survey maps from the Bureau of Land Management were also reviewed. According to the data SHPO provided, there are no archaeological sites and eight historical structures located within 1 mile of the proposed project. The nearest historic resource, a residence, is located 4.3 23 approximately 0.6 miles from the project boundary. These structures have not been evaluated for eligibility in the National Register, but due to project design and the limited scope of the proposed project, it is not likely the proposed project would adversely affect any archaeological sites or historic properties. Visual Describe any scenic views or vistas on or near the project site. Describe any project related visual effects such as vapor plumes or glare from intense lights. Discuss the potential visual effects from the project. Identify any measures to avoid, minimize, or mitigate visual effects. The proposed project would occur within Winnetka Pond, which can be seen from residences, commercial properties, and roadways located adjacent to the project. During construction, the viewshed would temporarily be disrupted due to the presence of construction equipment and materials staging. The visual impact would be temporary in nature and would not affect the permanent viewshed of Winnetka Pond and the surrounding landscape. Air a. Stationary source emissions – Describe the type, sources, quantities and compositions of any emissions from stationary sources such as boilers or exhaust stacks. Include any hazardous air pollutants, criteria pollutants, and any greenhouse gases. Discuss effects to air quality including any sensitive receptors, human health or applicable regulatory criteria. Include a discussion of any methods used assess the project’s effect on air quality and the results of that assessment. Identify pollution control equipment and other measures that will be taken to avoid, minimize, or mitigate adverse effects from stationary source emissions. Not applicable – no stationary source emissions would be created by the proposed project. b. Vehicle emissions – Describe the effect of the project’s traffic generation on air emissions. Discuss the project’s vehicle-related emissions effect on air quality. Identify measures (e.g. traffic operational improvements, diesel idling minimization plan) that will be taken to minimize or mitigate vehicle-related emissions. The proposed project would result in short-term, localized air-quality impacts due to emissions from construction vehicles during construction and restoration activities. These activities are expected to last 8 months, with re-vegetation activities potentially extending into the following growing season. Emissions from the powered equipment would be minor and temporary in 4.3 24 nature during the construction and are expected to have an overall negligible impact on air quality. c. Dust and odors – Describe sources, characteristics, duration, quantities, and intensity of dust and odors generated during project construction and operation. (Fugitive dust may be discussed under item 16a). Discuss the effect of dust and odors in the vicinity of the project including nearby sensitive receptors and quality of life. Identify measures that will be taken to minimize or mitigate the effects of dust and odors. After construction, the proposed project is not expected to generate dust. However, during construction the proposed project would generate limited amounts of dust as a result of site grading and preparation. No impacts to quality of life are anticipated as any fugitive dust emissions from construction activities would be minimized through control measures. The proposed project is not anticipated to generate any odors. Noise Describe sources, characteristics, duration, quantities, and intensity of noise generated during project construction and operation. Discuss the effect of noise in the vicinity of the project including 1) existing noise levels/sources in the area, 2) nearby sensitive receptors, 3) conformance to state noise standards, and 4) quality of life. Identify measures that will be taken to minimize or mitigate the effects of noise. Existing noise in the vicinity of the proposed project is typical of a suburban setting. Surrounding areas consist of residences, commercial buildings, and roadways. Noise is generated primarily by local roadway traffic. Construction noise is expected to be minimal and limited to the noise generated by equipment and workers accessing the proposed project area. The equipment associated with the proposed project is expected to be limited to general earthmoving equipment (dozers, loaders, excavators, etc.) and trucks used to haul material (i.e., dredged sediment and other materials) to and from the proposed project area. No change in long-term noise level is expected after completion of project activities. Transportation a. Describe traffic-related aspects of project construction and operation. Include: 1) existing and proposed additional parking spaces, 2) estimated total average daily traffic generated, 3) estimated maximum peak hour traffic generated and time of occurrence, 4) indicate 4.3 25 source of trip generation rates used in the estimates, and 5) availability of transit and/or other alternative transportation modes. There are currently no parking lots that serve the proposed project area. The adjacent roadway, 36th Avenue North, is classified as a major collector and currently serves over 12,000 vehicles per day. During the proposed construction activities, parking for construction traffic is anticipated to occur on the north side of 36th Avenue along the sidewalk or in the open space near the access point. The daily truck traffic would be dependent on contractor equipment availability and detailed work schedule. It is expected that truck traffic would include a minimum of 10 trucks hauling three loads of sediment per day, with up to 20 trucks hauling three loads of sediment per day during peak material hauling times. These trips are expected to be spaced throughout the work day with traffic beginning as early as 7 a.m. per City work hours. The proposed work will occur in winter, which has a short timeframe of available daylight. Other commercial vehicles may also be intermittently needed for specific tasks through the course of the proposed project, but are not anticipated to be a constant traffic source. Project-generated traffic is expected to be temporary, lasting only for the duration of construction activities. The proposed project would require temporary closure of sidewalk on the north side of 36th Avenue, immediately adjacent to the project. Sidewalk on the south side of 36th Avenue would remain open for pedestrian use during construction. The proposed project is accessible by public transit with at least two bus routes serving the area as well as alternative transportation modes, including walking and biking. The proposed project is not expected to impact public transit. b. Discuss the effect on traffic congestion on affected roads and describe any traffic improvements necessary. The analysis must discuss the project’s impact on the regional transportation system. If the peak hour traffic generated exceeds 250 vehicles or the total daily trips exceeds 2,500, a traffic impact study must be prepared as part of the EAW. Use the format and procedures described in the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s Access Management Manual, Chapter 5 (available at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/accessmanagement/resources.html) or a similar local guidance, Based on the low traffic volumes anticipated, the proposed project is not anticipated to impact local traffic flow and no roadway improvements are warranted to accommodate traffic 4.3 26 generated by the proposed project. Construction of the proposed project is not anticipated to require any vehicular detours. c. Identify measures that will be taken to minimize or mitigate project related transportation effects. The proposed project would generate small, temporary increases in traffic for the duration of construction activities. It is expected that the contractor would abide by local load restrictions and speed limits. The contractor would be responsible for ensuring the roadways are kept clean and clear of construction-related debris. Additional measures to minimize or mitigate project- related transportation effects are not proposed due to the minimal level of impact. Cumulative Potential Effects (Preparers can leave this item blank if cumulative potential effects are addressed under the applicable EAW Items) a. Describe the geographic scales and timeframes of the project related environmental effects that could combine with other environmental effects resulting in cumulative potential effects. The geographic scale with which cumulative effects were assessed for the proposed project includes portions of the watershed within several miles upstream and downstream of the proposed project, as well as developed areas within several blocks. Projects completed in the past 5 years or planned for completion in the next 5 years were considered in the cumulative effects analysis. b. Describe any reasonably foreseeable future projects (for which a basis of expectation has been laid) that may interact with environmental effects of the proposed project within the geographic scales and timeframes identified above. The potential for negative effects resulting from the proposed project would be temporary, lasting only for the duration of construction. Once construction is complete, the proposed project would positively affect water quality in the proposed project area and downstream, as well as positively affect storage capacity in Winnetka Pond. Past, present, and reasonably foreseeable future projects that could potentially intersect with the environmental effects of the proposed project include projects in Crystal and within nearby surface waters. 4.3 27 Projects in Crystal A mill and overlay project was completed on 36th Avenue North between Winnetka Avenue North and Louisiana Avenue North in summer 2017 and located adjacent to Winnetka Pond. Miscellaneous sidewalk replacement was also completed as part of the 36th Avenue North project, and the signal at 36th Avenue North and Winnetka Avenue North was improved. Centerpoint Energy plans to continue replacement of its main gas pipe system, and the segment along Winnetka Avenue North is scheduled to be completed in the next few years. Similar utility improvements have been completed along this roadway in past years. Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission (BCWMC) Projects The BCWMC plans capital improvement projects within the Bassett Creek watershed, several of which are located upstream and downstream of the proposed project. The Northwood Lake Water Quality Improvement Project was constructed in 2016, approximately 0.9 miles upstream of the proposed project. The Northwood Lake project included construction of a stormwater improvement project to treat stormwater runoff from more than 110 acres of previously untreated urban land. A restoration project was completed on the North Branch of Bassett Creek in 2012–2013 for a portion of the reach beginning approximately 200 feet upstream of Douglas Drive and extending to 32nd Avenue North. The purpose of this project was to stabilize and restore streambanks along this reach of the creek. This project is located approximately 0.75 miles downstream of the proposed project. c. Discuss the nature of the cumulative potential effects and summarize any other available information relevant to determining whether there is potential for significant environmental effects due to these cumulative effects. The cumulative effects analysis for the proposed project assesses both negative and beneficial potential environmental effects. Negative Effects The potential for negative effects from the proposed project would be temporary, lasting only for the duration of construction activities. These effects are discussed in detail in resource- specific sections above. Since these effects would be temporary and localized in nature, they are not likely to interact with the projects identified above. 4.3 28 Beneficial Effects As summarized above, the proposed project would positively affect the storage capacity of Winnetka Pond and the water quality in the proposed project area and downstream. The BCWMC capital improvement projects identified above also result in improvements to water quality. These projects, in conjunction with the proposed project, work together to provide water quality benefits within the watershed. Other Potential Environmental Effects If the project may cause any additional environmental effects not addressed by items 1 to 19, describe the effects here, discuss the how the environment will be affected, and identify measures that will be taken to minimize and mitigate these effects. The proposed project is not anticipated to cause any additional environmental effects beyond those addressed above. RGU CERTIFICATION. (The Environmental Quality Board will only accept SIGNED Environmental Assessment Worksheets for public notice in the EQB Monitor.) I hereby certify that: • The information contained in this document is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. • The EAW describes the complete project; there are no other projects, stages or components other than those described in this document, which are related to the project as connected actions or phased actions, as defined at Minnesota Rules, parts 4410.0200, subparts 9c and 60, respectively. • Copies of this EAW are being sent to the entire EQB distribution list. Signature: Date: ___9/25/2018__________ Title: City Manager City of Crystal 4.3 Figures 4.3 !;N Barr Footer: ArcGIS 10.6, 2018-09-10 15:33 File: I:\Client\City_of_Crystal\Work_Orders\23271622_Winnetka_Pond_Dredging\Maps\Reports\EAW_Aug2018\Figure 1 - Project Location.mxd User: jrv0.5 0 0.5Miles Figure 1 PROJECT LOCATIONWinnetka Pond DredgingCity of Crystal, MN Project Boundary Imagery: MNGEO; 2016 !( IA MIMN NE ND SD WI 4.3 !;N Barr Footer: ArcGIS 10.6, 2018-09-10 15:38 File: I:\Client\City_of_Crystal\Work_Orders\23271622_Winnetka_Pond_Dredging\Maps\Reports\EAW_Aug2018\Figure 2 - USGS 7.5 Minute Quad Map.mxd User: jrv1,500 0 1,500Feet Figure 2 USGS 7.5 MINUTE QUADWinnetka Pond DredgingCity of Crystal, MN Project Boundary Imagery: MNGEO; 2016 4.3 N 36th Ave North BranchBassett Creek !;N Barr Footer: ArcGIS 10.6, 2018-09-13 15:35 File: I:\Client\City_of_Crystal\Work_Orders\23271622_Winnetka_Pond_Dredging\Maps\Reports\EAW_Aug2018\Figure 3 - Project Overview.mxd User: jrv100 0 100Feet Figure 3 PROJECT OVERVIEWWinnetka Pond DredgingBassett Creek WatershedManagement Commission North Branch Bassett Creek Grading Contours Construction Access Maintenance Access Restoration Area Disturbance Areas Proposed Pond Project Boundary Imagery: MNGEO; 2016 4.3 N 36th Ave !;N Barr Footer: ArcGIS 10.6, 2018-09-10 15:49 File: I:\Client\City_of_Crystal\Work_Orders\23271622_Winnetka_Pond_Dredging\Maps\Reports\EAW_Aug2018\Figure 4 - Landcover.mxd User: jrv50 0 50 100Feet Figure 4 LANDCOVERWinnetka Pond DredgingCity of Crystal, MN Brush/Grassland Lawn/Landscaping Wooded/Forest Wetland Stormwater Pond Impervious Project Boundary Imagery: MNGEO; 2016 4.3 !> !>!>!> !> !> Winnetka Pond North Branch Bassett Creek Robbinsdale !;N Barr Footer: ArcGIS 10.6, 2018-09-13 15:40 File: I:\Client\City_of_Crystal\Work_Orders\23271622_Winnetka_Pond_Dredging\Maps\Reports\EAW_Aug2018\Figure 5 - Water Resources.mxd User: jrv250 0 250Feet Figure 5 WATER RESOURCESWinnetka Pond DredgingCity of Crystal, MN !>Well - County Well Index Impaired Streams 100-Year FEMA Flood Zone FEMA Floodway Wellhead Protection Area Project Boundary 4.3 Winnetka Pond !;N Barr Footer: ArcGIS 10.6, 2018-09-10 16:02 File: I:\Client\City_of_Crystal\Work_Orders\23271622_Winnetka_Pond_Dredging\Maps\Reports\EAW_Aug2018\Figure 6 - Delienated Wetlands.mxd User: jrv250 0 250Feet Figure 6 DELINEATED WETLANDWinnetka Pond DredgingCity of Crystal, MN Project Boundary Delineated Wetland Boundary Project 1-Mile Buffer 4.3 !. !. !. !. !. 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No.Minneapolis, Minnesota Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Corporate Headquarters: DATE LICENSE # SIGNATURE I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. Suite 200 4300 MARKETPOINTE DRIVE BARR ENGINEERING CO. Fax: (952) 832-2601 www.barr.com Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Project Office: PRINTED NAME MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55435 AS SHOWN 07/27/2018 CMH3 MAK PEB KLC CITY OF CRYSTAL CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA WINNETKA POND DREDGING PROJECT TITLE SHEET AND SITE LOCATION MAP 23/27-1622.00 2018-04 G-01 C .. 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEW PATRICK BROCKAMP CADD USER: PATRICK E. BROCKAMP FILE: M:\DESIGN\23271622.00\2327162200_G-01.DWG PLOT SCALE: 1:2 PLOT DATE: 7/27/2018 2:23 PMCLIENT BID CONSTRUCTION 03/08/1806/13/1807/27/18---- ------- ------- ------- ------- A B C 0 1 2 3 03/08/2018A 50% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 GOPHER STATE ONE CALL: CALL BEFORE YOU DIG. 1-800-252-1166 ENGINEER: BARR ENGINEERING CO. 4300 MARKETPOINTE DRIVE MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55435 PH: 952-842-3593 FAX: 952-832-2601 WWW.BARR.COM CONTACT: PATRICK BROCKAMP OWNER: CITY OF CRYSTAL COORDINATE SYSTEM: HENNEPIN COUNTY HORIZONTAL DATUM: NAD83 (2011) VERTICAL DATUM: NAVD88 DATE OF SURVEY: 08-03-2016 & 01-16-2018 N SHEET INDEX NO. SHEET NAME G-01 TITLE SHEET AND SITE LOCATION MAP G-02 EXISTING CONDITIONS, REMOVALS, & EROSION CONTROL PLAN G-03 EROSION CONTROL DETAILS C-01 GRADING PLAN C-02 GRADING SECTIONS C-03 STORM SEWER PLAN, PROFILES, AND DETAILS C-04 NATIVE BUFFER AND RESTORATION PLAN C-05 MISCELLANEOUS DETAILS S-01 OUTLET STRUCTURE AND TRASH RACK PLANS, PROJECT LOCATION 06/13/2018B 90% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 SECTIONS, AND DETAILS 07/27/2018C 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 4.3 CWCWCWCWCWCWCWCWCWCWCWCWCWCWCWCWCWCWCWCWSANSANSANSANSANSANSANSANSANSANSANSANSANSANSANSANSANSANCATVCATVCATVCATVCATVCATVCATVCATVCATVCATVCATVCATVCATVCATVCATVCATVCATVSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS SS SS SS SS X X X T T OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OE OESSSSSSSSSSUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUE UE UE UE UE UE UE UE UE UE UE UE UE UE UEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUEUE890885 880 895 895890 880880 880 880885890895880 885 890 895890885 895 900905900880 885890895 879 879 879877 878 879 880 879 880 879 REVISION DESCRIPTIONDATEAPP.BYNO. CHK. TO/FOR RELEASED DATE RELEASED Approved Designed Drawn Checked Date Scale DWG. No. BARR PROJECT No. CLIENT PROJECT No. REV. No.Minneapolis, Minnesota Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Corporate Headquarters: DATE LICENSE # SIGNATURE I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. Suite 200 4300 MARKETPOINTE DRIVE BARR ENGINEERING CO. Fax: (952) 832-2601 www.barr.com Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Project Office: PRINTED NAME MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55435 AS SHOWN 07/27/2018 CMH3 MAK PEB KLC CITY OF CRYSTAL CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA WINNETKA POND DREDGING PROJECT EXISTING CONDITIONS, REMOVALS, & EROSION CONTROL PLAN 23/27-1622.00 2018-04 G-02 C .. 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEW PATRICK BROCKAMP CADD USER: PATRICK E. BROCKAMP FILE: M:\DESIGN\23271622.00\2327162200_G-02.DWG PLOT SCALE: 1:2 PLOT DATE: 7/27/2018 2:23 PMN EXISTING MINOR CONTOUR EXISTING MAJOR CONTOUR PROPOSED MINOR CONTOUR PROPOSED MAJOR CONTOUR DECIDUOUS TREE CONIFEROUS TREE PROPERTY LINE PERMANENT EASEMENT POND NORMAL WATER LEVEL EXISTING STORM SEWER EXISTING SANITARY SEWER EXISTING WATER MAIN EXISTING BURIED ELECTRIC EXISTING BURIED CABLE TV EXISTING OVERHEAD ELECTRIC SILT FENCE INLET PROTECTION WCA WETLAND FIELD DELINEATED WETLAND BOUNDARY 42" RCP FES INV = 881.1 EXISTING OUTLET STRUCTURE TOP OF WEIR = 881.5 10"x20" ORIFICE INV = 880.1 REMOVE WEIR & GRATE SEE SHEET S-01 SCALE IN FEET 60300 WINNETKA POND NORMAL WATER LEVEL = 880.1 4'x7' RCPB INV = 876.0 12" CMP INV = 879.0 12" CMP FES INV = 882.1 REMOVE TREE BLOCKING OUTLET 1 - PLAN: EXSITING CONDITIONS, REMOVALS, & EROSION CONTROL PLAN PROTECT FLAG POLES, SIGN, AND LANDSCAPING EROSION EROSION APARTMENT DRIVEWAYNO CONSTRUCTIONTRAFFIC ALLOWEDDO NOT ENTER PROTECT BIRDHOUSE UTILITY POLE (TYP) SIDEWALK 36TH AVE N STORM MH RIM = 890.2 4'x7' RCPB INV = 877.0 12" CMP INV = 882.1 LIGHT POLE (TYP) SS SS SAN SAN CW CW UE UE CATV CATV WINN E T K A VI L L A G E APA R T M E N T S BUIL DI N G N o. 3 WINN E T K A VI L L A G E APA R T M E N T S BUIL DI N G N o. 1 42" RCP OUTLET INV = 877.2 CABLE BOX INSTALL ROCK FILTER DIKE SEE INLET PROTECTION SEE OE OE REMOVE 28 LF OF 42" RCP REMOVE DEADFALL AND TRASH FROM WOODED AREAS SURROUNDING POND WITHIN CITY PROPERTY LIMITS ONLY PROPERTY OWNER CITY OF CRYSTAL PROPERTY OWNER WINNETKA VILLAGE APARTMENTS PROPERTY OWNER CITY OF CRYSTAL PROPERTY OWNER WINNETKA VILLAGE APARTMENTS PROPERTY OWNERSOO LINE RAILROADPROPERTY OWNER WINNETKA VILLAGE APARTMENTS PROPERTY OWNERSOO LINE RAILROADPROPERTY OWNER CITY OF CRYSTAL REMOVE TREE 6 G-03 CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE SEE 1 G-03 3 G-03 LEGEND GENERAL NOTES: 1.PRIOR TO COMMENCING WORK AT THE SITE, CONTACT GOPHER ONE-CALL (1-800-252-1166) AND HAVE ALL EXISTING UTILITIES, PUBLIC AND PRIVATE, FIELD LOCATED AND MARKED. EXISTING UTILITIES SHALL BE PROTECTED UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED. ANY UTILITIES DAMAGED BY CONTRACTOR SHALL BE REPAIRED AT EXPENSE OF CONTRACTOR. 2.NOTIFY ENGINEER IMMEDIATELY IF SITE CONDITIONS OR UTILITIES DIFFER SIGNIFICANTLY FROM THAT SHOWN. 3.ALL EXISTING UTILITIES MUST REMAIN OPERATIONAL FOR THE DURATION OF CONSTRUCTION. 4.SURVEYED TREES WITH SYMBOLS DO NOT REPRESENT ALL TREES WITHIN OR AROUND THE WORK LIMITS. PROTECT ALL TREES UNLESS NOTED FOR REMOVAL. 5.MINIMIZE DISTURBANCE OF TREES/SHRUBS/ VEGETATION NOT MARKED FOR REMOVAL, INCLUDING MINIMIZING DISTURBANCE OF SOILS WITHIN THE TREE DRIPLINE. 6.ALL STOCKPILES SHALL BE LOCATED WITHIN CONSTRUCTION LIMITS OR DESIGNATED STAGING AREAS. DO NOT STOCKPILE MATERIALS OR DRIVE VEHICLES/EQUIPMENT WITHIN TREE DRIPLINE(S) UNLESS APPROVED BY ENGINEER. 7.PROTECT ALL STRUCTURES, UTILITIES AND TREES WHICH ARE NOT BEING REMOVED. COORDINATE ALL DEMOLITION WORK WITH OWNER/ENGINEER. 8.ALL CONTROL OF WATER AND EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL MEASURES SHALL BE SEQUENCED, INSTALLED, MAINTAINED AND MONITORED BY CONTRACTOR. 9.SWEEP BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT DAILY, OR AS REQUIRED TO KEEP FROM TRACKING MATERIALS OFFSITE. 10.CONTRACTOR ASSUMES FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE RESULTING FROM THE CONTRACTOR'S WORK. 11.REPAIR OR REMOVE ITEMS THAT ARE DAMAGED BY CONTRACTOR. REPAIR AND INSTALLATION OF DAMAGED ITEMS WILL BE PERFORMED TO CONDITION AT LEAST EQUAL TO THAT WHICH EXISTED PRIOR TO START OF WORK AT NO ADDITIONAL COST TO OWNER. 12.NO CONCRETE OR RUBBLE SHALL BE BACKFILLED ONSITE. RECYCLE DEMOLISHED DEBRIS PER THE SPECIFICATIONS OR DISPOSE OF AT AN OFFSITE LOCATION WITHIN ALL LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL GUIDELINES, LAWS AND REGULATIONS. 13.ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN TRAFFIC AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY CONTROL MEASURES PRIOR TO START OF CONSTRUCTION. TRAFFIC AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY CONTROL MEASURES SHALL BE COORDINATED WITH OWNER. 14.CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR KEEPING THE SITE PERIMETER SAFE FOR PEDESTRIANS, CHILDREN, PETS AND OTHER PASSERS-BY FOR ALL DAYS AND NIGHTS DURING THE DURATION OF THE WORK, FOR BOTH WORKING AND NON-WORKING HOURS. 15.PROVIDE A CONTINUOUS, ACCESSIBLE, AND SAFE PEDESTRIAN WALKWAY THAT MEETS ADA AND MN MUTCD STANDARDS IF WORKING IN A SIDEWALK AREA, AND TRAFFIC CONTROL PER MN MUTCD REQUIREMENTS FOR THE WORK IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY AREA. 16.APARTMENT ENTRANCE MUST REMAIN OPEN FOR THE DURATION OF CONSTRUCTION. 17.COORDINATE ALL WORK AND SITE ACCESS WITH ROADWAY WEIGHT RESTRICTION REGULATIONS. CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OBTAINING TEMPORARY ACCESS PERMITS, IF REQUIRED. CLIENT BID CONSTRUCTION 03/08/1806/13/1807/27/18---- ------- ------- ------- ------- A B C 0 1 2 3 03/08/2018A 50% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 06/13/2018B 90% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 PERMANENT EASEMENT PERMANENT EASEMENT SILT FENCE SEE INSTALL PRIOR TO STRIPPING VEGETATION FOR NATIVE BUFFER IMPROVEMENTS 2 G-03 07/27/2018C 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 REMOVE DEADFALL AND TRASH FROM WOODED AREAS SURROUNDING POND WITHIN CITY PROPERTY LIMITS ONLY REMOVE VEGETATION WITHIN NATIVE BUFFER LIMITS AS DIRECTED BY ENGINEER (GRASS, WEEDS, SMALL TREES/BRUSH <4" DIAMETER, LIMBING UP PINE TREES) REMOVE VEGETATION WITHIN NATIVE BUFFER LIMITS AS DIRECTED BY ENGINEER (GRASS, WEEDS, SMALL TREES/BRUSH <4" DIAMETER, LIMBING UP PINE TREES) 4.3 REVISION DESCRIPTIONDATEAPP.BYNO. CHK. TO/FOR RELEASED DATE RELEASED Approved Designed Drawn Checked Date Scale DWG. No. BARR PROJECT No. CLIENT PROJECT No. REV. No.Minneapolis, Minnesota Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Corporate Headquarters: DATE LICENSE # SIGNATURE I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. Suite 200 4300 MARKETPOINTE DRIVE BARR ENGINEERING CO. Fax: (952) 832-2601 www.barr.com Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Project Office: PRINTED NAME MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55435 AS SHOWN 07/27/2018 CMH3 MAK PEB KLC CITY OF CRYSTAL CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA WINNETKA POND DREDGING PROJECT EROSION CONTROL DETAILS 23/27-1622.00 2018-04 G-03 C .. 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEW PATRICK BROCKAMP CADD USER: PATRICK E. BROCKAMP FILE: M:\DESIGN\23271622.00\2327162200_G-03.DWG PLOT SCALE: 1:2 PLOT DATE: 7/27/2018 2:23 PM4 2 6 2 3A 3B SLOPE INSTALLATION NOTES: 1.REFER TO MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDATIONS FOR STAPLE PATTERNS FOR SLOPE INSTALLATIONS. 2.PREPARE SOIL BY LOOSENING TOP 1-2 INCHES AND APPLY SEED (AND FERTILIZER WHERE REQUIRED) PRIOR TO INSTALLING BLANKETS. GROUND SHOULD BE SMOOTH AND FREE OF DEBRIS. 3.BEGIN (A) AT THE TOP OF THE SLOPE AND ROLL THE BLANKETS DOWN OR (B) AT ONE END OF THE SLOPE AND ROLL THE BLANKETS HORIZONTALLY ACROSS THE SLOPE. 4.THE EDGES OF PARALLEL BLANKETS MUST BE STAPLED WITH APPROXIMATELY 6" OVERLAP, WITH THE UPHILL BLANKET ON TOP. 5.WHEN BLANKETS MUST BE SPLICED DOWN THE SLOPE, PLACE BLANKETS END OVER END (SHINGLE STYLE) WITH APPROXIMATELY 6" OVERLAP. STAPLE THROUGH OVERLAPPED AREA, APPROXIMATELY 12" APART. 6.BLANKET MATERIALS SHALL BE AS SPECIFIED OR AS APPROVED BY ENGINEER. 5 - DETAIL: EROSION CONTROL BLANKET - INSTALLATION NOT TO SCALE FLOW FLOW SEDIMENT LOG WOOD STAKE 16" MINIMUMWOOD STAKE TO ONLY PENETRATE NETTING SEDIMENT LOG WOOD STAKE WOOD STAKE TO ONLY PENETRATE NETTING 16" MINIMUMDETAIL: EROSION LOG - STAKING - 4 NOT TO SCALE SIDE VIEW FLAT FRONT VIEW FLOW SEDIMENT LOG WOOD STAKE TO ONLY PENETRATE NETTING SIDE VIEW ON SLOPE 16" MINIMUM12" MINIMUM TOP VIEW WOOD STAKE OVERLAP ENDS NOTES: 1. INSTALL SEDIMENT LOG ALONG CONTOURS (CONSTANT ELEVATION). 2. REMOVE ALL SNOW AND SOIL IRREGULARITIES SO EROSION LOG IS IN FULL CONTACT WITH THE GROUND (NO GAPS SHALL BE PRESENT UNDER SEDIMENT LOG). 3. REMOVE ACCUMULATED SEDIMENT WHEN REACHING 1/3 OF LOG HEIGHT. 4. MAINTAIN SEDIMENT LOG THROUGHOUT THE CONSTRUCTION PERIOD AND REPAIR OR REPLACED AS REQUIRED. DETAIL: SILT FENCE - MACHINE SLICED G-02 2 NOT TO SCALE DOWNSTREAM VIEW SECTION VIEW24" MIN.EMBED POST5 FT. MIN. LENGTH POST AT 4 FT. MAX. SPACING GEOTEXTILE FABRIC, 36" MIN. MACHINE SLICE 8" TO 12" DEPTH (PLUS 6" FLAP) GRADE PLASTIC ZIP TIES (MIN. 50 LBS TENSILE STRENGTH) ON TOP 8" MIN. 3 PER POST RUNOFF FLOW DIRECTION MACHINE SLICE 8"-12" DEPTH (PLUS 6" FLAP) MACHINE SLICED SILT FENCE PER MN/DOT STD. SPECIFICATION 3886, INSTALL PER MN/DOT STD. SPEC. 2573 4' MAX. (TYP.) NOTES: 1. INSTALL SILT FENCE PRIOR TO ANY GRADING WORK IN THE AREA TO BE PROTECTED AND MAINTAIN THROUGHOUT THE CONSTRUCTION PERIOD. 2. SILT FENCE MATERIALS AND INSTALLATION SHALL MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF MN/DOT SPECIFICATIONS 2573 AND 3886. 3. NO HOLES OR GAPS SHALL BE PRESENT IN/UNDER SILT FENCE. PREPARE AREA AS NEEDED TO SMOOTH SURFACE OR REMOVE DEBRIS. 4. REMOVE ACCUMULATED SEDIMENT WHEN BUILD UP REACHES 1/3 OF FENCE HEIGHT, OR INSTALL A SECOND SILT FENCE DOWNSTREAM OF THE ORIGINAL FENCE AT A SUITABLE DISTANCE. 5. WHEN SPLICES ARE NECESSARY MAKE SPLICE AT POST ACCORDING TO SPLICE DETAIL. PLACE THE END POST OF THE SECOND FENCE INSIDE THE END POST OF THE FIRST FENCE. ROTATE BOTH POSTS TOGETHER AT LEAST 180 DEGREES TO CREATE A TIGHT SEAL WITH THE FABRIC MATERIAL. CUT THE FABRIC NEAR THE BOTTOM OF THE POSTS TO ACCOMMODATE THE 6 INCH FLAP, THEN DRIVE BOTH POSTS AND BURY THE FLAP AND COMPACT BACKFILL. 6. REMOVE SILT FENCE AND ANY ACCUMULATED SEDIMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE FINAL GRADING AND SITE STABILIZATION. DUMP STRAP SILT SACK REBAR FOR BAG REMOVAL FROM INLET EXPANSION RESTRAINT DUMP STRAPS 3 G-02 DETAIL: INLET PROTECTION - FILTER SACK NOT TO SCALE NOTES: 1. INSTALL INLET PROTECTION PRIOR TO ANY GRADING WORK IN THE AREA TO BE PROTECTED OR IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING ANY CATCHBASIN INSTALLATION AND MAINTAIN THROUGHOUT THE CONSTRUCTION PERIOD. 2. MATERIALS SHALL BE SUFFICIENT TO ALLOW FLOW WHILE BLOCKING SEDIMENT. NO HOLES OR GAPS SHALL BE PRESENT IN/AROUND FILTER SACK. 3. CLEAN FILTER SACK AND REMOVE ACCUMULATED SEDIMENT AS REQUIRED TO ALLOW FLOW INTO THE CATCHBASIN AND PREVENT SEDIMENT FROM LEAVING THE DEVICE. 4. REMOVE DEVICE AND ANY ACCUMULATED SEDIMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE FINAL GRADING AND SITE STABILIZATION. NOT TO SCALE 12' MI N DETAIL: CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE - ROCK AS R E Q UI R E D G-02 NOTES: 1. MAINTAIN ENTRANCE THROUGHOUT THE CONSTRUCTION PERIOD AND REPAIR OR REPLACE AS REQUIRED TO PREVENT TRACKING OFFSITE. 2. REMOVE ENTRANCE IN CONJUNCTION WITH FINAL GRADING AND SITE STABILIZATION. 1 LE N G T H A S R E Q U I R E D 50 ' M I N I M U M EXPAND FOR TURNING RADIUS AS REQUIRED 6" MINIMUM 1.5"-3" WASHED ROCK GEOTEXTILE FABRIC SEE NOTE 2 SEE NOTE 2 FLOW 2H:1V ( T Y P) DETAIL: ROCK FILTER DIKE6 G-02 2' MIN. COARSE AGGREGATE (SIZE AND TYPE VARIES) EXISTING GRADE REMOVE ACCUMULATED SEDIMENT AND DEBRIS, MAINTAIN AND REPLACE ROCK AS REQUIRED A A VARIES 6"EXISTING GRADE SECTION A-A SECTION VIEW ASREQUIREDNOTES: 1.AGGREGATE SIZE MAY VARY AND DEPENDING ON CHANNEL SIZE, FLOW, SEDIMENT LOAD OR OTHER SITE CONDITIONS. AGGREGATE USED SHOULD BE RELATIVELY FREE OF SEDIMENT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. 2.CLEAN OR REPLACE WHEN SEDIMENT BUILD UP REACHES 1/2 OF THE DIKE HEIGHT. ALTERNATIVELY A SECOND ROCK FILTER DIKE MAY BE INSTALLED DOWNSTREAM OF THE EXISTING DIKE AT A SUITABLE DISTANCE. 3.MAINTAIN THROUGHOUT THE CONSTRUCTION PERIOD. ROCK AND ANY ACCUMULATED SEDIMENT SHALL BE REMOVED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE FINAL GRADING AND SITE STABILIZATION. CLIENT BID CONSTRUCTION 03/08/1806/13/1807/27/18---- ------- ------- ------- ------- A B C 0 1 2 3 03/08/2018A 50% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 06/13/2018B 90% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 SPLICE DETAIL-PLAN VIEW SECOND FENCE FIRST FENCE ROTATE POSTS TOGETHER BEFORE INSTALLATION SEE NOTE 5 FIRST POST SECOND POST 07/27/2018C 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 4.3 X X X T T 880880 880880 885885 890890895895900900905905 880880885885 885885890890895895900900885885 890890 89 5 89 5 890890 885885 890890890890 895895 8 9 5 8 9 5 890890 879879 879879879879 879879EW 0+00EW 1+00EW 2+00EW 3+00EW 4+00NS 0+00 NS 1+00 NS 2+00 NS 3+00 NS 4+00 NS 5+00 NS 6+00 NS 7+00NS 7+00 875875 880880 874874 876876877877878878879879 881881 875875880880874874876876877877878878879879875875 880880 874874 876876 877877 878878 879879 875875 880880 885885 890890 874874 876876 877877 878878 879879 881881 882882 883883 884884 886886 887887 888888 889889 891891 892892 893893 894894 SSSS880880 879879 880880 879879 REVISION DESCRIPTIONDATEAPP.BYNO. CHK. TO/FOR RELEASED DATE RELEASED Approved Designed Drawn Checked Date Scale DWG. No. BARR PROJECT No. CLIENT PROJECT No. REV. No.Minneapolis, Minnesota Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Corporate Headquarters: DATE LICENSE # SIGNATURE I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. Suite 200 4300 MARKETPOINTE DRIVE BARR ENGINEERING CO. Fax: (952) 832-2601 www.barr.com Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Project Office: PRINTED NAME MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55435 AS SHOWN 07/27/2018 CMH3 MAK PEB KLC CITY OF CRYSTAL CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA WINNETKA POND DREDGING PROJECT GRADING PLAN 23/27-1622.00 2018-04 C-01 C .. 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEW PATRICK BROCKAMP CADD USER: PATRICK E. BROCKAMP FILE: M:\DESIGN\23271622.00\2327162200_C-01.DWG PLOT SCALE: 1:2 PLOT DATE: 7/27/2018 2:23 PMPOND GRADING SIDE SLOPES = 4H:1V (TYP) NORMAL WATER ELEVATION = 880.1 BOTTOM ELEVATION = 874.0 DREDGING VOLUME = 18,500 CY POND OUTLET STRUCTURE SEE S-01 FOR MODIFICATIONS NS4 C-02 NS1 C-02 NS6 C-02 NS2 C-02 NS3 C-02 NS5 C-02 EW2 C-02 EW3 C-02 EW1 C-02 N SCALE IN FEET 603001 - PLAN: GRADING PLAN PROPOSED STORM SEWER SEE C-03 NS BASELINE EW BASELINEEXISTING MINOR CONTOUR EXISTING MAJOR CONTOUR PROPOSED MINOR CONTOUR PROPOSED MAJOR CONTOUR DECIDUOUS TREE CONIFEROUS TREE PROPERTY LINE PERMANENT EASEMENT EXISTING STORM SEWER EXISTING SANITARY SEWER EXISTING WATER MAIN EXISTING BURIED ELECTRIC EXISTING BURIED CABLE TV EXISTING OVERHEAD ELECTRIC RIPRAP APRON AT FLARED END, SEE SS SS SAN SAN CW CW UE UE CATV CATV OE OE INSTALL 28 LF OF 42" RCP - CLASS 3 CONNECT TO EXISTING STRUCTURES ON BOTH ENDS 30' 45° 54' PERMANENT MAINTENANCE ACCESS/PARKING WITH TURF REINFORCEMENT, NETLON OR APPROVED EQUAL. SLOPE 2% AWAY FROM SIDEWALK. SEE 12'PERMANENT MAINTENANCE ACCESS WITH TURF REINFORCEMENT NETLON OR APPROVED EQUAL. SEE 12' INSTALL RIPRAP AT FLARED END TYP. SEE 1 C-05 REPAIR EROSION, ADD TOPSOIL AND GRADE INSTALL NEW 12" FLARED END AND RIPRAP. SEE 1 C-05 CLIENT BID CONSTRUCTION 03/08/1806/13/1807/27/18---- ------- ------- ------- ------- A B C 0 1 2 3 03/08/2018A 50% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 06/13/2018B 90% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 LEGEND REPAIR EROSION, ADD TOPSOIL AND GRADE 07/27/2018C 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 SALVAGE AND REINSTALL 6" TOPSOIL. SUPPLEMENT WITH IMPORTED TOPSOIL AS NEEDED 1 C-05 3 C-05 3 C-05 4.3 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 900 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 900 0 25 50 75 100 1250-25-50-75-100 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 900 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 900 0 25 50 75 100 1250-25-50-75-100 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 900 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 900 0 25 50 75 100 1250-25-50-75-100 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 900 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 900 0 25 50 75 100 1250-25-50-75-100-125-150 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 900 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 900 0 25 50 75 100 1250-25-50-75-100-125-150-175-200-225 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 900 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 900 0 25 50 75 100 1250-25-50-75-100-125-150-175-200-225-250-275 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 0 25 50 75 1000-25-50-75-100-125-150-175-200-225-250-275-300-325-350-375-400-425 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 0 25 50 75 1000-25-50-75-100-125-150-175-200-225-250-275-300 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 0 25 50 75 1000-25-50-75-100-125-150-175-200-225 865 870 875 880 885 890 895 -300-325-350-375-400-425-450-475-500-525-550-575-600 MATCHLINEMATCHLINEREVISION DESCRIPTIONDATEAPP.BYNO. CHK. TO/FOR RELEASED DATE RELEASED Approved Designed Drawn Checked Date Scale DWG. No. BARR PROJECT No. CLIENT PROJECT No. REV. No.Minneapolis, Minnesota Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Corporate Headquarters: DATE LICENSE # SIGNATURE I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. Suite 200 4300 MARKETPOINTE DRIVE BARR ENGINEERING CO. Fax: (952) 832-2601 www.barr.com Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Project Office: PRINTED NAME MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55435 AS SHOWN 07/27/2018 CMH3 MAK PEB KLC CITY OF CRYSTAL CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA WINNETKA POND DREDGING PROJECT GRADING SECTIONS 23/27-1622.00 2018-04 C-02 C .. 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEW PATRICK BROCKAMP CADD USER: PATRICK E. BROCKAMP FILE: M:\DESIGN\23271622.00\2327162200_C-02.DWG PLOT SCALE: 1:2 PLOT DATE: 7/27/2018 2:23 PMEXISTING GRADE CLIENT BID CONSTRUCTION 03/08/1806/13/1807/27/18---- ------- ------- ------- ------- A B C 0 1 2 3 03/08/2018A 50% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 06/13/2018B 90% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 PROPOSED GRADE EXISTING GRADE PROPOSED GRADE EXISTING GRADE PROPOSED GRADE EXISTING GRADE PROPOSED GRADE EXISTING GRADE PROPOSED GRADE EXISTING GRADE PROPOSED GRADE EXISTING GRADE EXISTING GRADE EXISTING GRADE EXISTING GRADE PROPOSED GRADE PROPOSED GRADE PROPOSED GRADE PROPOSED GRADE 07/27/2018C 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 EW1 - SECTION EW2A - SECTION EW2B - SECTION EW3 - SECTION NS1 - SECTION NS2 - SECTION NS3 - SECTION NS4 - SECTION NS5 - SECTION NS6 - SECTION 4.3 880880 879879 880880 879879 SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS0+000+940+000+9924" CB RIM ELEV - 891.98 24" CB RIM ELEV - 891.70 24" CB RIM ELEV - 891.70 24" CB RIM ELEV - 891.23 24" CB RIM ELEV - 893.03 T 880880885885890890881881882882883883884884886886887887888888889889891891892892880880 885885890890 878878879879881881882882883883884884 886886887887888888889889891891892892893893894894 8908908888888898898918918 8 5 8 8 5 8908908 8 2 8 8 2 8 8 3 8 8 3 8 8 4 8 8 4 88688688788788888888988989189189289289389389489488588589089088188188288288388388388388388388488488688688788788888888988989189189289289 3 89 3 880880876876877877878878879879885885 890890 886886 887887 888888 889889 880 885 890 895 880 885 890 895 0+00 1+001+00 24" CB RIM=891.70 N(OUT)=888.80 24" CB RIM=891.70 S(IN)=888.44 N(OUT)=888.44 24" CB RIM=893.03 S(IN)=888.06 EX. 4x7 RCPB 36 LF - 12" PVC @ 1.00%36 LF - 12" PVC @ 1.06% 880 885 890 895 880 885 890 895 0+00 1+001+00 24" CB RIM=891.98 NE(OUT)=888.96 24" CB RIM=891.23 SW(IN)=888.17 EX. 4x7 RCPB 76 LF - 12" PVC @ 1.03% EXISTING MINOR CONTOUR EXISTING MAJOR CONTOUR PROPOSED MINOR CONTOUR PROPOSED MAJOR CONTOUR DECIDUOUS TREE CONIFEROUS TREE EXISTING STORM SEWER EXISTING SANITARY SEWER EXISTING WATER MAIN EXISTING BURIED ELECTRIC EXISTING BURIED CABLE TV EXISTING OVERHEAD ELECTRIC PROPOSED STORM SEWER PROPOSED CATCH BASIN SS SS SAN SAN CW CW UE UE CATV CATV OE OE REVISION DESCRIPTIONDATEAPP.BYNO. CHK. TO/FOR RELEASED DATE RELEASED Approved Designed Drawn Checked Date Scale DWG. No. BARR PROJECT No. CLIENT PROJECT No. REV. No.Minneapolis, Minnesota Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Corporate Headquarters: DATE LICENSE # SIGNATURE I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. Suite 200 4300 MARKETPOINTE DRIVE BARR ENGINEERING CO. Fax: (952) 832-2601 www.barr.com Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Project Office: PRINTED NAME MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55435 AS SHOWN 07/27/2018 CMH3 MAK PEB KLC CITY OF CRYSTAL CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA WINNETKA POND DREDGING PROJECT STORM SEWER PLAN, PROFILES, AND DETAILS 23/27-1622.00 2018-04 C-03 C .. 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEW PATRICK BROCKAMP CADD USER: PATRICK E. BROCKAMP FILE: M:\DESIGN\23271622.00\2327162200_C-03.DWG PLOT SCALE: 1:2 PLOT DATE: 7/27/2018 2:24 PM4 - N1 - PLAN: PROPOSED STORM SEWER SCALE IN FEET 100 20 3 - 3 - PROFILE: PROPOSED WEST STORM SEWER HORIZONTAL SCALE IN FEET 40200 8642 VERTICAL SCALE IN FEET 0 4 - PROFILE: PROPOSED EAST STORM SEWER HORIZONTAL SCALE IN FEET 40200 8642 VERTICAL SCALE IN FEET 0 EXISTING 4X7 RCPB PROPOSED WEST STORM SEWER PROPOSED EAST STORM SEWER 2 - DETAIL: STOOL GRATE NOT TO SCALE INVERT ELEV - 875.94 INVERT ELEV - 877.05 NEENAH R-4342 DITCH GRATE OR APPROVED EQUAL, SEE NEENAH R-4342 DITCH GRATE OR APPROVED EQUAL, SEE NEENAH R-4342 DITCH GRATE OR APPROVED EQUAL, SEE 2 - 2 - 2 - CONNECT 24" RISER TO TOP OF RCPB WITH WATERSTOP INSTALL FLANGE AT END OF PIPE TO REST ON CONCRETE SEE NYLOPLAST WITH 24" SOLID COVER, OR APPROVED EQUAL CONNECT 24" RISER TO TOP OF RCPB WITH WATERSTOP INSTALL FLANGE AT END OF PIPE TO REST ON CONCRETE SEE CLIENT BID CONSTRUCTION 03/08/1806/13/1807/27/18---- ------- ------- ------- ------- A B C 0 1 2 3 03/08/2018A 50% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 06/13/2018B 90% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 LEGEND SS SS CONCRETE SEE 4 C-05 EL. 881.29 EL. 880.82 2 C-05 SEE PLAN FOR GRATE TYPE AND DETAIL REFERENCE DETAIL: NYLOPLAST CATCHBASIN NOT TO SCALE 5 -- PVC DRAIN BASIN- NYLOPLAST OR APPROVED EQUAL ADAPTER ANGLES VARIES, SEE PLAN BEDDING AND BACKFILL COMPACTED UNIFORMLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASTM D2321 INLET AND OUTLET ADAPTERS FORMED INTO STRUCTURE SUMP DEPTH 6" MAX.4" MIN.EXISTING CATV APPROX EX 8" WATER MAIN APPROX EX 9" SANITARY SEWER APPROX PROTECT EXISTING TREES (TYP.) PROTECT EXISTING CURB AND PAVEMENT (TYP.) RELOCATE UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC LINE RELOCATE UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC LINE ON CURB SIDE OF CATCH BASIN RELOCATE UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC LINE ON CURB SIDE OF CATCH BASIN NYLOPLAST WITH 24" SOLID COVER, OR APPROVED EQUAL SEE NYLOPLAST OR APPROVED EQUAL SEE NYLOPLAST OR APPROVED EQUAL SEE 2 C-05 CONNECT TO EXISTING BOX CULVERT, SEE CONNECT TO EXISTING BOX CULVERT, SEE 07/27/2018C 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 DETAIL: NON-RIGID STORM SEWER TRENCH6 NOT TO SCALE-PIPE EMBEDMENT(IMPORTED MATERIAL)SUITABLE FOUNDATION (MAY NOT BE REQUIRED) FINAL BACKFILL INITIAL BACKFILL MIN. TRENCH WIDTH (SEE TABLE) PIPE DIAM.MIN. TRENCH WIDTH SEE SPECIFICATION FOR COMPACTION REQUIREMENTS 12"INCHES INCHES 4 21 6 23 8 26 10 28 12 30 15 34 18 39 24 48 30 56 36 64 42 72 48 80 54 88 60 96 2 C-05 2 C-05 NYLOPLAST OR APPROVED EQUAL SEE 5 -- 5 -- 5 -- 5 -- COMPACTED BEDDING SUBGRADE 4.3 X X X T T SSSS880880 880880 874874 876876 878878 880880874874876876878878880880 874874 876876 878878 880880 874874 876876 878878 880880 890890900900 880880890890900900890890 890890 890890890890 890890 880880 879879 880880 879879 REVISION DESCRIPTIONDATEAPP.BYNO. CHK. TO/FOR RELEASED DATE RELEASED Approved Designed Drawn Checked Date Scale DWG. No. BARR PROJECT No. CLIENT PROJECT No. REV. No.Minneapolis, Minnesota Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Corporate Headquarters: DATE LICENSE # SIGNATURE I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. Suite 200 4300 MARKETPOINTE DRIVE BARR ENGINEERING CO. Fax: (952) 832-2601 www.barr.com Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Project Office: PRINTED NAME MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55435 AS SHOWN 07/27/2018 CMH3 MAK PEB KLC CITY OF CRYSTAL CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA WINNETKA POND DREDGING PROJECT NATIVE BUFFER AND RESTORATION PLAN 23/27-1622.00 2018-04 C-04 C .53974 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEW MATTHEW KUMKA CADD USER: PATRICK E. BROCKAMP FILE: M:\DESIGN\23271622.00\2327162200_C-04.DWG PLOT SCALE: 1:2 PLOT DATE: 7/27/2018 2:24 PMCLIENT BID CONSTRUCTION 03/08/1806/13/1807/27/18---- ------- ------- ------- ------- A B C 0 1 2 3 N SCALE IN FEET 603001 - PLAN: NATIVE BUFFER AND RESTORATION PLAN EXISTING MINOR CONTOUR EXISTING MAJOR CONTOUR PROPOSED MINOR CONTOUR PROPOSED MAJOR CONTOUR DECIDUOUS TREE CONIFEROUS TREE PROPERTY LINE EXISTING STORM SEWER EXISTING SANITARY SEWER EXISTING WATER MAIN EXISTING BURIED ELECTRIC EXISTING BURIED CABLE TV EXISTING OVERHEAD ELECTRIC NATIVE BUFFER AREA SS SS SAN SAN CW CW UE UE CATV CATV OE OE POND OUTLET 30' MINIMUM BUFFER WIDTH LIMIT NATIVE SEEDING LIMITS/ MOWN EDGE NATIVE SEEDING LIMITS SHORT GRASS NATIVE BUFFER WITH FLOWERING PERENNIALS SHORT GRASS NATIVE BUFFER WITH FLOWERING PERENNIALS PROTECT 10 FT WIDE MOWN TURF MAINTENANCE STRIP FROM DRIVEWAY PROTECT EXISTING FULL CANOPY BUFFER PROTECT EXISTING FULL CANOPY BUFFER INSTALL NATIVE SEED IN ALL AREAS OF DISTURBANCE REPAIR ALL DAMAGED TURF WITH SEEDING AND HYDROMULCH 03/08/2018A 50% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 PROTECT 10' WIDE TURF GRASS AROUND SIGN AND LANDSCAPING 20 FT WIDE MOWN TURF MAINTENANCE STRIP FROM BUILDING. PROTECT EXISTING PATIOS AND ANY EXISTING LANDSCAPING SEEDING NOTES: 1. ANY GRASS OR WEEDS WITHIN SEEDING AREAS SHALL BE SPRAYED WITH HERBICIDE 14 DAYS PRIOR TO SEEDING. 2. ALL HERBICIDE APPLICATION SHALL BE APPLIED BY A LICENSED APPLICATOR WITHIN THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. 3. ALL DISTURBED TURF GRASS SHALL BE REPAIRED USING BWSR LOW-MAINTENANCE TURF MIX AS PER SPECIFICATION 32-93-10 4. AFTER SEEDING, TYPE 8 MULCH MATERIAL SHALL BE DISC-ANCHORED OVER ENTIRE SEEDING AREA IN ACCORDANCE WITH MN/DOT STANDARD SPECIFICATION 3882. 5. REFER TO SPECIFICATIONS FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. SEEDING ESTABLISHMENT NOTES: 1. SEEDING AREAS SHALL BE FREE OF DEAD OR DYING PATCHES LARGER THAN TEN SQUARE FEET FOR ENTIRETY OF THE ONE YEAR WARRANTY OF PLANTING WORK. SEE SPECIFICATION 32-93-00 HERBACEOUS PLANT ESTABLISHMENT FOR MORE INFORMATION. 2. CONTRACTOR WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR WATERING (REGARDLESS OF NOTIFICATION) DURING ENTIRE ONE YEAR WARRANTY PERIOD. WATERING WILL BE CONSIDERED INCIDENTAL TO THE CONTRACT. 3. ONCE A MONTH (MAY THROUGH OCTOBER) DURING MAINTENANCE PERIOD CONTRACTOR SHALL INSPECT FOR INVASIVE WEED ENCROACHMENT, DEAD PLANTS AND EROSION PROBLEMS AS PER SPECIFICATION 32-93-10. 4. UPON DISCOVERY OF INVASIVE SPECIES DURING SCHEDULED INSPECTIONS CONDUCT HERBICIDE AND/OR MANUAL TREATMENTS FOR WEED CONTROL. SHORT GRASS SEED MIX : REPAIR ALL DAMAGED TURF LEGEND NATIVE SEEDING LIMITS/ MOWN EDGE MAINTENANCE ACCESS, SEE C-01 06/13/2018B 90% DRAFT FOR REVIEWMEK2PEBCMH3 07/27/2018C 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 4.3 REVISION DESCRIPTIONDATEAPP.BYNO. CHK. TO/FOR RELEASED DATE RELEASED Approved Designed Drawn Checked Date Scale DWG. No. BARR PROJECT No. CLIENT PROJECT No. REV. No.Minneapolis, Minnesota Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Corporate Headquarters: DATE LICENSE # SIGNATURE I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. Suite 200 4300 MARKETPOINTE DRIVE BARR ENGINEERING CO. Fax: (952) 832-2601 www.barr.com Ph: 1-800-632-2277 Project Office: PRINTED NAME MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55435 AS SHOWN 07/27/2018 CMH3 MAK PEB KLC CITY OF CRYSTAL CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA WINNETKA POND DREDGING PROJECT MISCELLANEOUS DETAILS 23/27-1622.00 2018-04 C-05 C .. 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEW PATRICK BROCKAMP CADD USER: PATRICK E. BROCKAMP FILE: M:\DESIGN\23271622.00\2327162200_C-05.DWG PLOT SCALE: 1:2 PLOT DATE: 7/27/2018 2:27 PMNOT TO SCALE DETAIL: RIPRAP OUTFALL -- A 2'-0" (TYP) NOT TO SCALE SECTION5B -- NOT TO SCALE SECTION -- 5A B -- FLARED END SECTION ALUMANIZED STEEL 4 1 4 1 1 NOTES: 1. GEOTEXTILE FABRIC SHOULD COVER THE AREA OF THE RIPRAP AND EXTEND UNDER THE PIPE END APRON 3 FEET MINIMUM. 2. DIMENSIONS AND QUANTITIES REFERENCE MN/DOT STANDARD PLATES 3133D AND 3134D. C-01 SEE TABLE FOR LENGTH OF RIPRAP REQUIRED MnDOT RIPRAP (SEE TABLE FOR CLASS & DEPTH) MnDOT RIPRAP (SEE TABLE FOR CLASS & DEPTH)18"18"FES SIZE (IN) RIPRAP LENGTH (FT)RIPRAP CLASS RIPRAP DEPTH (IN) RIPRAP QTY (CY) 12 8 III 18 5 42 18 III 18 19 48x84 (4'x7') RCPB 12 III 18 15 OUTLET STRUCTURE 4 III 18 12 GRANULAR FILTER MATERIAL GRANULAR FILTER MATERIAL CLIENT BID CONSTRUCTION 03/08/1806/13/1807/27/18---- ------- ------- ------- ------- A B C 0 1 2 3 03/08/2018A 50% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 06/13/2018B 90% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 3 C-01 DETAIL: POLYMER TURF REINFORCEMENT - MAINTENANCE ACCESS NOT TO SCALE EXISTING SIDEWALK 12" FILTRATION SOIL WITH NETLON ADVANCED TURF SYSTEM FIBERS MIXED INTO SOIL, OR APPROVED EQUAL. NOTES: 1. NETLON ATS TO BE INSTALLED AT A DENSITY OF ONE BALE PER FIVE (5) CY OF FILTRATION SOIL, OR APPROVED EQUAL. 2. SUBGRADE TO BE SLOPED AT A MINIMUM OF 2% IF SUBGRADE SOILS ARE UNSUITABLE FOR INFILTRATION. 2% MIN SLOPE AWAY FROM CURB 2 C-03 DETAIL: CONNECTION TO BOX CULVERT NOT TO SCALE 24" PVC DROP STRUCTURE SDR-35 GROUT AROUND FLANGE AND PIPE ATTACH FLANGE TO CONCRETE (4 BOLTS MINIMUM) CORE DRILL HOLE INTO BOX CULVERT 4' X 7' BOX CULVERT 4 C-03 DETAIL: CONCRETE AROUND CATCH BASIN NOT TO SCALE PLAN VIEW SIDE VIEW 6" CURB 6' SET FRAME INTO CONCRETE AND TOOL CONCRETE EDGE TO CATCH BASIN FRAME, FRAME MUST BE REMOVABLE CONNECT TO FULL HEIGHT CURB EXISTING CURB CUT NEENAH R4342 RIM ELEVATION 0.2' LOWER THAN EXISTING CURB CUT RIM ELEVATION 0.2' LOWER THAN EXISTING CURB CUT WATERSTOP BETWEEN FLANGE AND CONCRETE 07/27/2018C 100% DRAFT FOR REVIEWPEBPEBCMH3 6" NOTES: 1. INSTALL 6" CLASS 5 AGGREGATE BASE AND COMPACT TO 95% STANDARD PROCTOR DENSITY. 2. CONCRETE AS SPECIFIED ON SHEET S-01. 4.3 S-0131'-0"3'-0"1'-0"6'-0"11'-0"1'-0"1'-3"1'-0"1'-3"1'-3"1'-0"1'-3"1'-0"4'-6"4'-6"9'-0"CLREMOVE EXISTING CONC WEIR & WOOD STOPLOGSEXIST 42"Ø RCP, EMBEDDED SECTION TO REMAIN PENDING FIELD VERIFICATION OF CONDITION. SECTIONS BEYOND TO BE REMOVED AND REPLACED. FLOW1'-0"3'-0"1'-0"6'-0"11'-0"4'-6"4'-6"9'-0"CL1'-0"3'-6"3'-6"1'-0"S-014S-015HINGES AS REQUIRED BY SUPPLIER1 1/2"Ø GALV PIPECROSS MEMBERS BELOW VERTICAL MEMBERS AS REQUIRED BY SUPPLIER6" (TYP)EXIST 42"Ø RCP, EMBEDDED SECTION TO REMAIN PENDING FIELD VERIFICATION OF CONDITION. SECTIONS BEYOND TO BE REMOVED AND REPLACED. 1'-0"3'-6"3'-6"1'-0"9'-0"CL(TYP)2'-0" LAP(4) #4 DIAG X 3'-0" LG, EF INV EL 880.1'TOW EL MATCH EXISTINV EL 877.0' (VIF)1'-0"10"10"10"OPENING1'-0"1'-3"1'-0"1'-3"1'-3"1'-0"1'-3"1'-0"9'-0"CLREMOVE EXISTING CONC WEIR & WOOD STOPLOGSCL1'-0"1'-0"2'-1 3/16"10"6 13/16"2'-0"1'-9"4'-9"2'-0"4'-0"1'-0"3'-0"1'-0"11'-0"4 "4"3/4" CHAMFER (TYP ALL EXPOSED CORNERS(2) #6(TYP)2" CLR#4 @ 9" OC EW, EF1 1/2"Ø GALV PIPE @ 6" OC (TYP)6" EMB(TYP ALL VERT & HORIZ BARS)DRILL IN & EPOXY GROUT (TYP)HYDROPHILIC WATERSTOP, CONT 3 SIDES OF NEW WALL (CTRD ON WALL)RACK TO REST ON EXIST SLABINV EL 880.1'NEW 42"Ø RCPINV EL 877.0' (VIF)NEW METAL TRASH RACKNEW CONCRETE WEIR WALLEXISTING WINNETKA POND OUTLETBARR PROJECT NO.CLIENT PROJECT NO.DWG NO.REV NO.DateScaleDrawnCheckedDesignedApprovedProject Office:Corporate Headquarters:Minneapolis, MinnesotaPh: 1-800-632-2277RELEASED TO/FORDATE RELEASEDSIGNATURE PRINTED NAMEDATE REG NO. BARR ENGINEERING CO.4300 MARKETPOINTE DRIVESUITE 200MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55435 Ph: 1-800-225-1966Fax: (218) 262-3460www.barr.comCC:\Users\Public\Documents\Revit_local\2327162200_R17_S_WPD_CENTRAL_swo.rvt7/27/2018 12:34:33 PM23/27 - 1622.00S-01WINNETKA POND OUTLET STRUCTUREDREDGING PROJECT02/28/2018SWOBJSJNBBJSCITY OF CRYSTALPLANS, SECTIONS AND DETAILSCRYSTAL, MINNESOTAAS SHOWN2018-04100% DRAFTFOR REVIEWOUTLET STRUCTURE & TRASH RACKI HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, ORREPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECTSUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSEDPROFESSIONAL ENGINEER UNDER THE LAWS OF THESTATE OF MINNESOTA.BRIAN SILJENBERG500333/8/18 6/13/18 7/27/18CLIENTABC 3/8" = 1'-0"1PLAN: EXISTING OUTLET - DEMO 3/8" = 1'-0"2PLAN: EXISTING OUTLET - NEW 3/8" = 1'-0"S-014SECTION: WEIR WALL - NEW 3/8" = 1'-0"S-013SECTION: WEIR WALL - DEMO 1/2" = 1'-0"S-015SECTION: WEIR WALL & TRASH RACK - NEWNO. BY CHK DATEREVISION DESCRIPTIONA SWO BJS 03/08/18 ISSUED FOR REVIEWB SWO BJS 06/13/18 ISSUED FOR REVIEWC SWO BJS 07/27/18 ISSUED FOR REVIEWI GENERAL 1. ENGINEER'S ACCEPTANCE MUST BE SECURED FOR ALL STRUCTURAL SUBSTITUTIONS. 2. THE MANUFACTURE OR FABRICATION OF ANY ITEMS PRIOR TO WRITTEN REVIEW OF REQUIRED SUBMITTALS WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE RISK OF THE CONTRACTOR.II CAST IN PLACE CONCRETE 1. SUBMIT CONCRETE MIX DESIGN FOR REVIEW COMPLYING WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THESE SPECIFICATIONS. 2. MINIMUM COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 4500 PSI @ 28 DAYS 3. CONCRETE DURABILITY REQUIREMENTS: ACI 301 4.2.2.7:a. SULFATE RESISTANCE: S0b. FREEZE THAW RESISTANCE REQUIREMENT: F2c. PERMEABILITY REQUIREMENT: P0 d. REINFORCING CORROSION RESISTANCE REQUIREMENT: C1e. MAXIMUM WATER-TO-CEMENT RATIO: 0.45 f. MINIMUM AIR CONTENT: ACI 301 TABLE 4.2.2.7.b.1 (±1.5%) 4. CEMENTITIOUS MATERIAL: PORTLAND CEMENT PER ACI 301 4.2.1.1 OR POZZOLANIC MINERAL ADMIXTURE PER ACI 301 4.2.1.1.d 5. AGGREGATES: GRADATION PER ACI 301 4.2.2.1 AND MAX SIZE PER ACI 301 4.2.2.3 6. WATER: ACI 301 4.2.1.3 7. ADMIXTURES: CHLORIDE FREE WATER REDUCING ADMIXTURE AND SUPERPLASTICIZER AS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPROVED CONCRETE MIX DESIGN SUBMITTAL 8. CURING MATERIALS: WATER PER ASTM C1602, MEMBRANE CURING PER ASTM C309 OR ASTM C1315, OR WATERPROOF SHEETS PER ASTM C171 9. REINFORCING STEEL: ASTM A615, A706, A996 (TYPE R), OR A970; GRADE 60. 10. HYDROPHILIC WATERSTOP: SIKA SWELLSTOP II (3/8” x 3/4”) HYDROPHILIC WATER STOP COMPRISED OF BENTONITE CLAY, HYDROPHILIC POLYMERS, AND BUTYL RUBBER (OR APPROVED EQUAL) 11. EPOXY ADHESIVE FOR REBAR ANCHORAGE: HILTI-RE 500 (OR APPROVED EQUAL)III TRASH RACK 1. DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED BY HAALA INDUSTRIES TO THE DIMENSION REQUIREMENTS SHOWN IN THE DRAWINGS OR APPROVED EQUAL. 2. SUBMIT FABRICATION DRAWINGS FOR REVIEW DETAILED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE THIRTEENTH EDITION OF THE AISC (AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION) "STEEL CONSTRUCTION MANUAL". ALL STEEL CONSTRUCTION SHALL COMPLY WITH THE AISC SPECIFICATION FOR STRUCTURAL STEEL BUILDINGS DATED MARCH 9, 2005 [AISC 360-05] (WITH AMENDMENTS). 3. HINGE: GALV STEEL, DESIGN AND ANCHORAGE BY TRASHRACK MANUFACTURER 4. STEEL PIPES: ASTM A53, GRADE B GALV 5 STRUCTURAL WELDING: AWS D1.1 STRUCTURAL WELDING CODE. ALL WELDERS SHALL HAVE EVIDENCE OF PASSING THE AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS TESTS AS DETAILED IN AWS D1.1.STRUCTURAL NOTES AND SPECIFICATIONS:6ISOMETRIC: WEIR WALL AND TRASH RACK4.3 Appendix B References 4.3 References Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission. 2015. 2015–2025 Watershed Management Plan. Accessed August 2018: http://www.bassettcreekwmo.org/document/ wmp-plans. City of Crystal. 2010. Local Surface Water Management Plan. City of Crystal. 2011. City of Crystal, Minnesota Comprehensive Plan Update Through the Year 2030. Accessed September 2018: https://www.crystalmn.gov/UserFiles/Servers/ Server_10879634/File/Resident/Community%20Development/2040%20Comp%20Plan/2030 plan.pdf. Metropolitan Council. 2015. 2040 Water Resources Policy Plan. Accessed August 2018: https://metrocouncil.org/Wastewater-Water/Planning/Water-Resources-Management- Policy-Plan/WATER-RESOURCES-POLICIES/Water-Resources-Policy-Plan.aspx. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. 2017a. Ecological Classification System: Ecological Land Classification Hierarchy. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. [Online] http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/ecs/index.html. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. 2017b. Townships containing documented northern long-eared bat (NLEB) maternity roost trees and/or hibernacula entrances in Minnesota. Accessed September 2018: http://files.dnr.state.mn.us/eco/ereview/ minnesota_nleb_township_list_and_map.pdf. Minnesota Geological Survey. 1989. Geologic Atlas Of Hennepin County. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Accessed August 2018: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/ waters/programs/gw_section/mapping/platesum/henncga.html. Minnesota Geological Survey. 2018. Minnesota County Well Index. Accessed August http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/eh/cwi/. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. 2012. Best Management Practices for the Off-Site Reuse of Unregulated Fill. 4.3 Winnetka Pond Dredging Project Page 1 Findings of Fact and Record of Decision WINNETKA POND DREDGING PROJECT FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECORD OF DECISION Background Winnetka Pond was constructed on the North Branch of Bassett Creek in 1968. As originally designed, Winnetka Pond was only 2 feet deep. A large portion of the original pond’s volume has filled in with accumulated sediment, allowing for increased sediment resuspension and transport downstream as there is less space for it to be detained within the pond. Maintenance is required in the form of dredging to remove accumulated sediment from Winnetka Pond. Additional dredging of native soils would increase the pond depth to six feet, providing additional sediment storage and preventing sediment resuspension. The EAW was filed with the EQB and circulated to the EQB’s EAW Distribution List for review and comment. The notice was published in the EQB Monitor on October 8, 2018, announcing a 30‐day comment period which ended on November 7, 2018. A news release was issued informing the public that the EAW was available at the City of Crystal’s web page (https://www.crystalmn.gov/our_city/ major_projects) and at Crystal City Hall. Parties wishing to make comments were directed to file them with the City Manager. Brief Project Description The proposed project consists of removing accumulated sediments and native soils through dredging, maintenance access improvements, outlet structure modifications, erosion repair, storm sewer installation, and vegetated buffer establishment. Each of these features is described in further detail below. As planned, the proposed project would remove approximately 18,500 cubic yards of accumulated sediment and native soils within Winnetka Pond. Accumulated sediment and native soils would be removed to increase pond depth to 6 feet. Excavation would be completed during the winter months when water levels and flow through the pond are expected to be low. A portion of the pond is delineated as wetland; excavation within the wetland limits of the pond would be completed by scooping it with an excavator alone, without the assistance of any grading equipment. Sediment from within the pond was tested for contaminants as part of project planning. Testing results indicate that the sediment to be removed from Winnetka Pond is suitable for off‐site reuse under Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s (MPCA’s) Best Management Practices for the Off‐Site Reuse of Unregulated Fill (MPCA, 2012) document. Once selected, the contractor would be responsible for locating a suitable disposal site for the dredged material. During construction, a rock filter dike would be placed just upstream of the existing pond outlet structure to minimize downstream sediment movement via the North Branch of Bassett Creek. Sediment‐laden water would be managed with best management practices (BMPs) prior to discharge to 4.3 Winnetka Pond Dredging Project Page 2 Findings of Fact and Record of Decision the downstream storm sewer. It is anticipated that dredging would begin by working from the southwest corner of the pond and constructing a temporary haul road through the pond using on‐site material from the pond bottom. Once the temporary haul road reaches the far (east) side of the pond, trucks would be loaded to haul the material off‐site. The temporary haul road would be removed as the construction crew works back toward the southwest corner of the pond. The proposed project would provide long‐term maintenance access at two locations: a west access and an east access. The west access point would be a 12‐foot‐wide vehicle ramp with 10 percent maximum slope and would be used for construction hauling traffic. The west access would be graded by earth‐ moving equipment as part of common excavation outside the ordinary high water level of Winnetka Pond. The east access near the outlet structure would allow for maintenance vehicle parking while city crews perform routine maintenance at the outlet structure. Both access locations would have turf reinforcement to prevent rutting and compaction and would be maintained as native buffer or turf grass. To reduce the frequency of obstructed flows, the Winnetka Pond outlet structure would be modified as part of the proposed project. Modifications would include removing the existing grate and installing a new hinged grate with sloping bars to allow maintenance crews to clean the new grate more effectively and easily than the current structure. The existing plywood weir would be replaced with a concrete weir of the same dimensions, elevations, and orifice size/shape to ensure no change in flood elevations or outflow. The joints of the outlet pipe downstream of the outlet structure have separated, allowing soil to infiltrate the pipe. The proposed project also involves replacing these degraded sections of outlet pipe by blocking or bypassing flow from the pond, excavating and removing the existing concrete pipe, and installing new concrete pipe between the existing outlet structure and downstream manhole. An existing driveway provides access to an apartment complex adjacent to the proposed project area. Runoff from curb cuts along the existing driveway has resulted in visible erosion along the slopes, forming channels on both sides of the driveway and sediment deposits in the pond. As part of the proposed project, new storm sewer inlets would be installed at each curb‐cut location to direct stormwater through pipes into the pond. The new storm sewer would be installed by excavating a trench along the existing driveway and may require relocation of existing utilities (electric, cable, telephone). No pavement or curb removals are anticipated. To improve erosion control and the filtering of stormwater runoff the vegetated buffer around the pond’s perimeter would be restored. The buffer would be approximately 1.1 acres, a minimum of 30 feet in width, and would include a 10‐foot‐wide mow strip along the driveway perimeter. The buffer would be planted with native plant species. Because a portion of the buffer is on private property and outside of any existing easements, the City is in the process of acquiring a permanent easement over both the buffer area located on private property (on the far west end of the pond) and the very west portion of the pond. Once acquired, the easement will allow the City to plant and maintain the buffer and perform any future pond or storm sewer maintenance. Buffer maintenance would occur in perpetuity and is anticipated to include monthly visits to remove, spray, or mow any weeds or undesirable vegetation. 4.3 Winnetka Pond Dredging Project Page 3 Findings of Fact and Record of Decision Summary of EAW Comments Received and Associated Responses The 30‐day EAW review and comment period began October 8, 2018 and terminated November 7, 2018. A total of four written comments were received during the public comment period, all of which were from government agencies, as noted below:  Metropolitan Council  Minnesota Department of Natural Resources  Minnesota Pollution Control Agency  Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office The following section provides a summary of these comments and responses to them. Comment letters are available for review in Exhibit A. Metropolitan Council, letter date 11/7/2018 Comment 1: The staff review finds that the EAW is complete and accurate with respect to regional concerns and does not raise major issues of consistency with Council policies. An EIS is not necessary for regional purposes. Response 1: Comment noted. Comment 2: Item 9.a.1 – Existing land use of the site as well as areas adjacent to and near the site, including parks, trails, and prime or unique farmlands (Michael Larson, 651‐602‐1407): The Project was reviewed for potential impacts to and consistency with regional land use policy and the regional park system. The Project involves disturbance in an existing pond and does not impact any adjoining property, therefore there are no land use impacts. Response 2: Comment noted. Comment 3: Item 9.a.1 – Existing land use of the site as well as areas adjacent to and near the site, including parks, trails, and prime or unique farmlands (Michael Larson, 651‐602‐1407): The EAW correctly identifies the presence of the Bassett Creek Regional Trail which runs along the south side of 36th Avenue directly south of the site. In addition to this existing Regional Trail however, a regional trail search corridor for the CP Rail Regional Trail Extension passes north‐south along the east side of the pond, which the EAW does not mention. Response 3: Comment noted. The regional trail search corridor for the CP Rail Regional Trail Extension is outside of the project area and would not be affected by the proposed project. Comment 4: Item 13.c and d – Fish, Wildlife, Plant Communities, and Sensitive Ecological Resources: However, if the Project is to be undertaken this winter, the contractor should be made aware of the possibility that because the pond was not drawn down, there will likely be turtles exposed during the Project that should be redirected into the downstream channel (if accessible or another nearby impoundment), as they often don’t hibernate and are only likely to survive with an assist to relocate them past Project obstructions and into moving water or another water body. We suggest contacting Minnesota 4.3 Winnetka Pond Dredging Project Page 4 Findings of Fact and Record of Decision Department of Natural Resources nongame specialists for appropriate assistance at (http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/eco/nongame/central.html.) Response 4: The proposed project is located in a shallow stormwater pond relatively isolated from larger habitat features. Winnetka Pond is largely 1.5 feet or less in depth with limited base flow through the pond. As such, it freezes to the bottom under typical winter conditions. Given its poor current habitat value and that it typically freezes solid in the winter, Winnetka Pond presently provides poor quality aquatic habitat and is likely not a frequently sought overwintering location for turtles and other reptile or amphibian species. Though there is potential to disturb these species during winter construction, that potential is anticipated to be marginal due to the reasons provided here. Upon project completion, Winnetka Pond would provide improved habitat quality through increasing pond depth and improving water quality. Comment 5: The Council will not take formal action on the EAW. Response 5: Comment noted. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, letter date 11/6/2018 Comment 1: Item 13 of the EAW does not thoroughly discuss the wildlife that may utilize the pond and potential impacts this project may have. This information should be provided so that the RGU can adequately determine potential impacts this project will have on these features. Of specific note is that the EAW does not describe how the pond is used by turtles (as well as amphibians), and how dredging the pond in winter months will affect the population of these animals in the pond. Unless the pond freezes over during the winter, turtles may [be] overwintering in the pond and be present on site during the time of the project. Dredging of the pond during winter could expose turtles, resulting in their death. The EAW response to comments and record of decision should address this. Response 1: The proposed project is located in a shallow stormwater pond relatively isolated from larger habitat features. Winnetka Pond is largely 1.5 feet or less in depth with limited base flow through the pond. As such, it freezes to the bottom under typical winter conditions. Given its poor current habitat value and that it typically freezes solid in the winter, Winnetka Pond presently provides poor quality aquatic habitat and is likely not a frequently sought overwintering location for turtles and other reptile or amphibian species. Though there is potential to disturb these species during winter construction, that potential is anticipated to be marginal due to the reasons provided here. Upon project completion, Winnetka Pond would provide improved habitat quality through increasing pond depth and improving water quality. Comment 2: As a reminder, a DNR Water Appropriation Permit will be required for dewatering of both ground water and surface water volumes that exceed 10,000 gallons of water per day or one million gallons per year. This includes dewatering of Winnetka Pond itself, should project needs change, and groundwater dewatering for the proposed sewer work. Response 2: Comment noted. At this time, some pumping is anticipated during construction, but the amount of pumping is expected to be below the threshold that would trigger a water appropriations permit. Should the contractor choose to pump water from Winnetka 4.3 Winnetka Pond Dredging Project Page 5 Findings of Fact and Record of Decision Pond in excess of the threshold triggering a water appropriations permit,, the contractor will be responsible for obtaining the additional permit. The project, as proposed in the EAW, has already obtained appropriate permit coverage from the DNR. Comment 3: Also the area has been developed for many decades. It is possible the unknown wells exist in this area, if any new wells are found during the project, they should be sealed according to the requirements of the Minnesota Department of Health. Response 3: Comment noted. It is expected that the contractor would seal unknown wells if encountered during construction. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, letter date 11/6/2018 Comment 1: Water Resources (Item 11): The MPCA highly recommends that the city consider utilizing the opportunity to improve stormwater management from the existing development by installing some sediment control structures or practices upgradient of Winnetka Pond and Bassett Creek to capture sediment and contaminants along with the stormwater improvement project. Doing this will provide a greater level of protection by reducing the volume of stormwater runoff and amount of sediment and other contaminants reaching the pond and other downstream waters. Response 1: Comment noted. Comment 2: Water Resources (Item 11): Currently, wetlands cannot be used for stormwater treatment unless mitigated for and would not be located within any public waters. Therefore, it should be noted that the existing pond would not comply with current MPCA stormwater regulations for stormwater management for any new development. Therefore, future development planned in the same area will require that stormwater treatment is located upland of these receiving waters. Response 2: Comment noted. No development is included as part of the proposed project. Any future development in the area would be responsible for complying with regulations as appropriate. Comment 3: Noise (Item 17): Although MPCA does not expect any long‐term effects on local noise as a result of the Project, we do have some suggestions. First, we recommend that the equipment used for dredging be fitted with the appropriate mufflers, as appropriate. Second, in order to help maintain the state noise standards, we recommend that dredging activities be carried out between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., during which time the standards are slightly higher. Response 3: Construction documents will restrict construction work hours from 7:00am to 10:00pm on weekdays and 9:00am to 9:00 pm on weekends or holidays in order to minimize noise affects. Equipment noise levels will be monitored during construction and equipment will be inspected for appropriate mufflers as needed. Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office, letter date 11/6/2018 Comment 1: Based on our review of the project information, we conclude that there are no properties listed in the National or State Registers of Historic Places, and no known or suspected archaeological properties in the area that will be affected by this project. 4.3 Winnetka Pond Dredging Project Page 6 Findings of Fact and Record of Decision Response 1: Comment noted. Environmental Issue Summary Based on the information contained in the EAW and in the written comments received, the Winnetka Pond Dredging Project does not create significant environmental issues. Adverse impacts to the environment would all only be temporary in nature and related to project dredging. Long‐term effects are beneficial to both the human and natural environments. Comparison of Potential Impacts with Evaluation Criteria under Minnesota Rules In deciding whether a project has the potential for significant environmental effects and whether an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is needed, the City of Crystal must consider the impacts that may be reasonably expected to occur from the project with four criteria by which potential impacts must be evaluated (Minnesota Rules, Part 4410.1700, Subp. 7A through 7D). A. Type, extent, and reversibility of environmental impacts Based upon information provided in the EAW and the responses to agency comments, the City concludes that the potential environmental effects of the project will be limited in extent, temporary, or reversible. In general, long‐term project effects are beneficial both to the human and natural environments. B. Cumulative potential effects. The RGU shall consider the following factors: whether the cumulative potential effect is significant; whether the contribution from the project is significant when viewed in connection with other contributions to the cumulative potential effect; the degree to which the project complies with approved mitigation measures specifically designed to address the cumulative potential effect; and the efforts of the proposer to minimize the contributions from the project. The Winnetka Pond Dredging Project is not dependent on the initiation or development of any other project. For each of the environmental effects listed in the EAW and Responses to Comments, the Winnetka Pond Dredging Project would potentially contribute to only minor increases in cumulative potential effects on the project area relative to other contributors. There are no related projects affecting the proposed project area at this time that would result in significant cumulative impacts when combined with the proposed project. 4.3 Winnetka Pond Dredging Project Page 7 Findings of Fact and Record of Decision C. The extent to which environmental effects are subject to mitigation by ongoing public regulatory authority. The RGU may rely on mitigation measures that are specific and that can be reasonably expected to effectively mitigate the identified environmental impacts of the project. Mitigation of any impacts from the project will be achieved through design and inclusion of best management practices (BMPs), or regulations currently in place, including permit approvals, enforcement of regulations, or other programs as listed in the following table: Unit of Government Permit/Approval Date Obtained U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Preconstruction Notification July 18, 2018 Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Work in Public Waters Permit September 5, 2018 City of Crystal Wetland Conservation Act Approval City Approval of Project Plans August 6, 2018 August 21, 2018 Minnesota Pollution Control Agency NPDES/SDS Construction Stormwater Permit To be obtained by contractor Spill Prevention Plan To be developed by contractor D. The extent to which environmental effects can be anticipated and controlled as a result of other available environmental studies undertaken by public agencies or the project proposer, including other EIS’s. No other environmental effects, other than what is noted in the EAW, are anticipated. Environmental effects related to project activities, including stormwater management and invasive species control, can be controlled per the results of the following studies: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. 2005. State of Minnesota Stormwater Manual. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, St. Paul, MN. Minnesota Invasive Species Advisory Council. 2009. A Minnesota State Management Plan for Invasive Species. State of Minnesota, St. Paul, MN. Decision on the Need for an Environmental Impact Statement Minnesota Rules 4410.0300, Subp. 3. Purpose, states (in part): Environmental documents shall not be used to justify a decision, nor shall indications of adverse environmental effects necessarily require that a project be disapproved. Environmental documents shall be used as guides in issuing, amending, and denying permits and carrying out other responsibility of governmental units to avoid or minimize adverse environmental effects and to restore and enhance environmental quality. Minnesota Rules 4410.0300, Subp. 4. Objectives, further sets forth: 4.3 Winnetka Pond Dredging Project Page 8 Findings of Fact and Record of Decision The process created by parts 4410.0200 to 4410.6500 is designed to: A.Provide usable information to the project proposer, governmental decision makers, and the public concerning the primary environmental effects of a proposed project; B.Provide the public with systematic access to decision makers, which will help to maintain public awareness of environmental concerns and encourage accountability in public and private decision making; C.Delegate authority and responsibility for environmental review to the governmental unit most closely involved in the project; D.Reduce delay and uncertainty of the environmental review process, and E.Eliminate duplication. Based on the Environmental Assessment Worksheet and related documentation for the Winnetka Pond Dredging Project, the City of Crystal, as the Responsible Governmental Unit (RGU) for this environmental review, makes the following conclusions: 1.The Environmental Assessment Worksheet and related documentation for the Winnetka Pond Dredging Project were prepared in compliance with the procedures of the Minnesota Environmental Policy Act and Minnesota Rules, Parts 4410.1000 to 4410.1700. 2.The record demonstrates that implementation of this project does not have the potential for significant environmental effects. Therefore, the RGU makes a Negative Declaration and does not require the preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Winnetka Pond Dredging Project. Attached Exhibits: A.Agency EAW Comments 4.3 Agency EAW Comments 4.3 4.3 4.3 Minnesota Department of Natural Resources • Ecological and Water Resources 1200 Warner Road, St. Paul, MN 55106 November 6, 2018 Anne Norris City Manager 4141 Douglas Drive N Crystal, MN 55422 RE: Winnetka Pond Dredging Project EAW Dear Anne Norris, The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has reviewed the Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) for the Winnetka Pond Dredging Project. We offer the following comments for your consideration. Item 13 of the EAW does not thoroughly discuss the wildlife that may utilize the pond and potential impacts this project may have. This information should be provided so that the RGU can adequately determine potential impacts this project will have on these features. Of specific note is that the EAW does not describe how the pond is used by turtles (as well as amphibians), and how dredging the pond in winter months will affect the population of these animals in the pond. Unless the pond freezes over during the winter, turtles may overwintering in the pond and be present on site during the time of the project. Dredging of the pond during the winter could expose turtles, resulting in their death. The EAW response to comments and record of decision should address this. As a reminder, a DNR Water Appropriation Permit will be required for dewatering of both ground water and surface water in volumes that exceed 10,000 gallons per day or one million gallons per year. This includes dewatering of Winnetka Pond itself, should project needs change, and groundwater dewatering for the proposed sewer work. Also, the area has been developed for many decades. It is possible that unknown wells exist in this area, if any new wells are found during the project, they should be sealed according to the requirements of the Minnesota Department of Health. On behalf of the DNR, thank you for your consideration of these comments. Sincerely, /s/ Rebecca Horton Region Environmental Assessment Ecologist 4.3 4.3 4.3 4.3 RESOLUTION NO. 2018- ___ ADOPTING A RECORD OF DECISION FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW OF THE WINNETKA POND DREDGING PROJECT AND MAKING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION ON THE NEED FOR AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT WHEREAS An Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) is required to be prepared to assist in determining whether a project has the potential for significant environmental effects, provides permit information, informs the public about the project, and acts as a source of information to guide other approvals and permitting decisions; WHEREAS The City of Crystal was determined to be the Responsible Government Unit (RGU) and therefore has jurisdiction over this project and did prepare a mandatory EAW under Minnesota Rule 4410.4300, Subpart 27A - wetlands and public waters (Attachment A); WHEREAS Notification of the EAW was published in the Environmental Quality Board (EQB) Monitor on October 8, 2018 for start of the 30 day comment period, and the document was distributed to the various agencies and organizations noted in the EQB’s distribution list for review and comment; WHEREAS A news release was issued informing the public that the EAW was available at the City of Crystal’s web page (https://www.crystalmn.gov/our_city/ major projects) and at Crystal City Hall; WHEREAS a total of four comments were received during the 30-day public comment period, all of which were from government agencies (Metropolitan Council, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, and Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office); WHEREAS the City of Crystal staff and the project Consultant have carefully reviewed each comment and prepared specific written responses to each comment in accordance with Minnesota Rules 4410.1700, subpart 4, which responses are attached as Attachment B; WHEREAS The City of Crystal has determined, based on the findings of fact, that an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Project is not necessary because: (1) the Project does not fall within a mandatory EIS category as set forth at Minnesota Rules 4410.4400; and (2) the Project does not have the potential for significant environmental effects according to the criteria and procedures set forth in Minnesota Rules 4410.1700 and; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Crystal approves the Record of Decision on the Winnetka Pond Dredging Project, finding and determining, based upon the Record of Decision, no Environmental Impact Statement is required for the Project and directing staff to distribute this resolution and the attached Record of Decision within five days in accordance with Minnesota Rules 4410.1700, subpart 5. Approved this 4 day of December, 2018. Jim Adams, Mayor ATTEST: _________________________________________ Christina Serres, City Clerk 4.3 4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696 Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov 2019 CRYSTAL CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION SCHEDULE Regular meetings of the Crystal City Council are generally held the first and third Tuesday of each month in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Drive North, beginning at 7 p.m. In addition, the City Council holds regular work session meetings before and after regular City Council meetings at City Hall. Standing work sessions are held immediately following the regular City Council meeting and Economic Development Authority (EDA) meeting, if scheduled. Additional work sessions are held beginning at 6:30 p.m. Moreover, regular additional work sessions of the City Council are held on the second Thursday of each month at City Hall beginning at 6:30 p.m. If the date of a regular meeting falls on a holiday or an election day, the date of the rescheduled meeting is reflected on the schedule. If an additional meeting is held, or if a regular meeting is rescheduled to a different date, time, or place, notice of the meeting will be posted at City Hall and on the City’s website. All meetings are open to the public, but the City Council may close meetings to the public to conduct business authorized or required by law to be conducted in a closed session. *Denotes a change in the regular meeting or work session schedule. January Jan. 2* City Council and work session meetings Jan. 10 Work session meeting Jan. 15 City Council and work session meetings February Feb. 5 City Council and work session meetings Feb. 14 Work session meeting Feb. 19 City Council and work session meetings March March 5 City Council and work session meetings March 14 Work session meeting March 19 City Council and work session meetings April April 2 City Council and work session meetings April 11 Work session meeting April 16 City Council and work session meetings May May 7 City Council and work session meetings May 9 Work session meeting May 21 City Council and work session meetings June June 4 City Council and work session meetings June 13* No work session meeting June 18 City Council and work session meetings July July 11 Work session meeting July 16* City Council and work session meetings (one meeting in July on 3rd Tuesday) August Aug. 8 Budget work session meeting Aug. 20* City Council and work session meetings (one meeting in Aug. on 3rd Tuesday) September Sept. 3 City Council and work session meetings Sept. 12 Work session meeting Sept. 17 City Council and work session meetings October Oct. 2* City Council and work session meetings Oct. 10 Work session meeting Oct. 15 City Council and work session meetings November Nov. 5 City Council and work session meetings Nov. 14 Work session meeting Nov. 19 City Council and work session meetings December Dec. 3 City Council and work session meetings Dec. 12 Work session meeting Dec. 17 City Council and work session meetin All regular city council meetings are broadcast live on CCX Media cable. The most recent meeting is rebroadcast Sunday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:30 p.m.; Monday and Saturday at 10:30 a.m.; and Tuesday and Thursday at 1 p.m. Meeting webstreaming is available at www.nwsccc.org/crystal.aspx. 4.4 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.6 4.6 4.6 4.6 CITY OF CRYSTAL MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 2018 - RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE 2019 POLLING LOCATIONS IN CRYSTAL WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes § 204B.16 requires that cities designate polling locations for each election precinct within their city; and WHEREAS, per statute this must be done by December 31 of each year and the city will designate by resolution; and WHEREAS, the following locations are designated: Ward 1, Precinct 1: Neill Elementary School, 6600 27th Ave. N. Ward 1, Precinct 2: Neill Elementary School, 6600 27th Ave. N. Ward 1, Precinct 3: Neill Elementary School, 6600 27th Ave. N. Ward 2, Precinct 1: Brunswick United Methodist Church, 6122 42nd Ave. N. Ward 2, Precinct 2: Crystal City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N. Ward 2, Precinct 3: Crystal City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N. Ward 3, Precinct 1: Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Dr. N. Ward 3, Precinct 2: St. James Lutheran Church, 6700 46th Pl. N. Ward 3, Precinct 3: Brunswick United Methodist Church, 6122 42nd Ave. N. Ward 4, Precinct 1: VFW Post 494, 5222 56th Ave. N. Ward 4, Precinct 2: Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Dr. N. WHEREAS, if a location changes, a re-designation will be a separate action prior to election with notice sent to registered voters at least 25 days before the next election. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA that the polling locations listed above are the designated 2019 polling locations in Crystal. Adopted by the Crystal City Council this 4th day of December, 2018. ____________________________ Jim Adams, Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________ Christina Serres, City Clerk 4.7 CITY OF CRYSTAL RESOLUTION #2018 - _____ RESOLUTION AMENDING 2019 FEE SCHEDULE WHEREAS, the City Council annually adopts a fee schedule for various charges; and WHEREAS, the Crystal City Council adopted the 2019 Fee Schedule on October 16 and November 8, 2018 by Crystal Resolutions #2018 – 127 and #2018 - 138; and WHEREAS, there are several fees on the 2019 Fee Schedule that need to be modified and new fees that need to be added to be consistent with provisions of the Crystal City Code. NOW, THEREFORE, the 2019 Fee Schedule is amended as follows: Department Type City Code Description 2019 Fee Administration License Chapters 10 - 11 Business renewals – investigation fees $50 Administration License 1140 Massage – investigation fee $100 Administration License 1105 Tobacco – investigation fee $100 Administration Other Homestead abatement applications $ 30.00 Approved this 4th day of December, 2018. ______________________________ Jim Adams, Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________ Chrissy Serres, City Clerk 4.8 _____________________________________________________________________ FROM: John Sutter, Community Development Director ____________________________________________________________________ TO: Anne Norris, City Manager (for December 4 meeting) DATE: November 29, 2018 RE: PUBLIC HEARING: Consider resolution approving the sale of 2949 Yukon Avenue North for new home construction On November 16 the city solicited proposals from builders to purchase 2949 Yukon Avenue North and construct a new single family house. The proposal deadline was November 28 and two proposals were received: Elin Marco Group (Patrick Schmeichel): •Offers $32,000 for the lot •Would construct on pilings rather than hauling out the bad soil •Upper level has a living room, dining area, kitchen, three bedrooms and two bathrooms (1,518 sq. ft.) •Lower level could be finished with a family room, two bedrooms and one bathroom (1,300 sq. ft.) •Real-world examples: Several houses at 39XX Douglas Dr have sold or are selling for approximately $325,000 with no lower level finish, $355,000 with partial lower level finish, and $385,000 if fully finished •The builder has confirmed that, with the garage-right design, they will have to install a new curb cut and close the existing curb cut at their expense •Recommended condition: The 20 foot wide garage is a bit narrow, so if this proposal is selected, staff recommends that it be widened to at least 22 feet (there’s room to go up to 26 feet) SVK Development (Scott Kevitt): •Offers $32,000 for the lot •Would remove bad soil and bring in good material •Upper level has a living room, dining area, kitchen, a master suite plus a separate half bathroom (1,256 sq. ft.) •Lower level also finished with a family room, two bedrooms and one bathroom (1,050 sq. ft.) •Real-world examples: Ten houses at 32XX Florida, Georgia and Hampshire, all sold for $350,000-$380,000. Council Staff Report Lot Sale Public Hearing 2949 Yukon Avenue North 6.1 •With the garage-left design, they would use the existing curb cut. •Recommended condition: The south side wall has no windows, so if this proposal is selected, staff recommends that at least one window be added to the south side wall Attached are both builder proposals and a resolution authorizing the sale of the lot. Net proceeds from the sale would be placed in the Parks Capital Fund for park system improvements. Staff opinion is that, with the recommended conditions, either proposal would be acceptable. After holding the public hearing, the Council is asked to consider the attached resolution. The motion should name the builder and also state whether the staff- recommended condition or any other conditions are included in the motion. 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 CITY OF CRYSTAL HENNEPIN COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 2018 - ____ A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF 2949 YUKON AVENUE NORTH FOR NEW HOUSE CONSTRUCTION WHEREAS, the City of Crystal (“the City”) is the owner of 2949 Yukon Avenue North, legally described as Lot 9, Block 9, West Winnetka Terrace Sixth Addition, Hennepin County, Minnesota (“the Property”); and WHEREAS, the City has solicited proposals from builders who desire to purchase the Property and construct thereon a new single family house; and WHEREAS, the City has accepted the proposal from ___________________________. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council authorizes the sale of the Property to ___________________________. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the sale shall be completed in accordance with the terms of the Purchase and Redevelopment Agreement in substantially the form on file in City Hall, and that the Mayor and City Manager are hereby authorized to sign said Agreement and other documents required to complete the sale of the Property to ___________________________. Adopted this 4th day of December, 2018. ____________________________________ Jim Adams, Mayor ____________________________________ Anne Norris, City Manager 6.1 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK 6.1 6.2 6.2 6.2 December 4, 2018 Aug. 9 Work session review of general fund, capital budget, enterprise funds, property tax levy, utility rates and fee schedule. Aug. 16 Work session to review capital budgets and capital funding Sept. 4 Adopt preliminary 2019-2020 operating budgets and 2019 preliminary tax levy. Sept.17 Work session to review utility rates and long-term plan Oct. 16 Adopt 2019 fee schedule and utility rates. Oct. 16 Opportunity for public input. Nov. 8 Work session to review utility rate study, utility rates, and the general fund and capital budgets. Nov. 20 Work session to review general fund and capital budgets. Dec. 4 Review and adopt final 2019 property tax levy and 2019-2020 budget. Dec. 18 Adoption of tax levy and budget if it does not occur on Dec. 4, 2018. Long term planning for major capital expenditures. ●Reinvesting in parks to keep neighborhoods strong. ●Keeping business area vibrant (Becker Park Improvements). ●Planning for building needs. Works in progress. ●Detailed work on capital funds. Two -year budget to focus on long term planning and capital needs. Reorganize capital funds. ●Street Fund (combined street construction and street maintenance funds). ●Parks Capital Fund (parks and park improvements). ●Building Fund (includes all city buildings and pool. ●Fleet Fund ●IT Fund (operations and capital). First step in long term capital plan. Internal Service Funds Change 2019 2020 Wages and benefits increase Workers compensation insurance increase Elections (including presidential primary –3 total) Additional police officer Additional funding (1% each year) ─ Park Capital Fund Increase for WMFRD (no change in service levels) Inflationary increase in levy contribution to Capital Funds Loss of COPS grant (federal funds) *This includes 100% of 2nd year funding. Category 2016 Actual 2017 Actual 2018 Budget 2019 Proposed 2020 Proposed Taxes: Property & Assessments $8,004,393 $8,709,286 $ 9,489,779 $9,716,249 $10,341,584 Special Assessments 95,653 59,331 114,000 70,500 70,500 Intergovernmental Revenue 2,008,524 2,003,243 1,868,789 1,912,339 1,777,339 Licenses & Permits 773,479 785,452 844,228 837,610 855,310 Charges for Services 793,092 758,967 831,551 818,859 864,902 Investment Income 75,154 34,575 68,000 68,000 68,000 Fines & Forfeits 322,009 327,096 304,000 292,000 307,000 Interfund Transfers and Transfers In 343,286 445,475 444,449 458,860 474,258 Miscellaneous 58,796 46,688 72,280 68,028 69,000 TOTAL $12,474,383 $13,170,113 $14,037,076 $14,242,445 $14,827,893 Change $205,369 1.46% $585,476 4.11% Major General Fund Revenue Changes Total Cost per capita* Projected Property Tax Increase $144,470 $6.30 Reallocation of State Aid Revenue $61,000 $2.66 Special Assessments -$43,500 -$1.90 Police/Fire Pension Aid $44,000 $1.92 Pawn Shop Transaction Fees -$42,000 -$1.83 Recreation $4,085 $.18 Community Center $13,300 $.58 Miscellaneous $9,603 $.42 Administrative and Other Transfers $14,411 $.63 Total $205,369 $8.96 *Per capital costs based on the Metropolitan Council’s estimated population of 22,929 for the City of Crystal in 2017. Category 2016 Actual 2017 Budget 2018 Proposed 2019 Proposed 2020 Proposed City Council, Admin., Elections, Legal, Finance $2,315,220 $2,388,515 $2,291,364 $2,055,507 $2,146,913 Police 4,829,962 5,184,703 5,629,175 5,918,569 6,164,559 Fire 1,239,663 1,320,108 1,360,507 1,445,107 1,508,437 Community Development 523,035 543,950 571,191 647,469 689,370 Streets, Parks, Buildings, Forestry, Engineering 2,257,257 2,356,329 2,590,741 2,503,105 2,578,410 Recreation 1,448,395 1,534,643 1,594,098 1,672,688 1,740,204 Transfers out -3,186 --- Total $12,613,532 $13,331,434 $14,037,076 $14,242,445 $14,827,893 Change $205,369 1.46% $585,448 4.11% Major Expenditure Changes Total Cost per capita* Wage s and Benefits $346,088 $15.09 Elections $12,500 $.55 Administration -Website Completion -$35,000 -$1.53 Administration -Service Contracts -$32,500 -$1.42 Legal Services -$27,000 -$1.18 IT Reallocation Costs -$85,000 -$3.71 West Metro Fire District $62,600 $2.73 Police and Fire Pension $44,000 $1.92 Street Maintenance -Salt $15,000 $.65 Recreation $26,964 $1.18 City Building Reallocation -$188,377 -$8.22 Miscellaneous Increases $66,112 $2.88 Total $205,369 $8.96 *Per capital costs based on the Metropolitan Council’s estimated population of 22,929 for the City of Crystal in 2017. *Per capital costs based on the Metropolitan Council’s estimated population of 22,929 for the City of Crystal in 2017. Major Revenue Changes Total Cost per capita* Projected Property Tax $625,335 $27.27 COPS Grant -$120,000 -$5.23 DEED Grant for Cadets -$20,000 -$.87 Building and Electrical Permits $17,000 $.74 Police/Fire Pension Aid $5,000 $.22 Fines $15,000 $.65 Recreation $27,300 $1.19 Community Center $6,100 $.27 Pool $8,700 $.38 Misc. and Administrative Transfers $21,041 $.92 Total $585,476 $25.53 $- $2,000,000 $4,000,000 $6,000,000 $8,000,000 $10,000,000 $12,000,000 $14,000,000 Intergovernmental Revenue Property taxes and Special Assessments Taxes and special assessments Intergovernme ntal Charges and fees Other Transfers in 2017 $8,783,900 $1,973,909 $1,928,933 $79,200 $445,475 2018 $9,603,779 $1,868,789 $1,978,979 $141,080 $444,449 2019 $9,786,749 $1,912,339 $1,948,469 $136,028 $458,860 2020 Proposed $10,412,084 $1,777,339 $2,027,212 $137,000 $474,258 $- $2,000,000 $4,000,000 $6,000,000 $8,000,000 $10,000,000 $12,000,000 General government Public safety Community development Public works Recreation Transfers out 2017 $2,383,046 $6,357,310 $559,814 $2,451,239 $1,460,008 2018 $2,291,364 $6,989,682 $571,191 $2,590,741 $1,594,098 $- 2019 $2,055,507 $7,363,676 $647,469 $2,503,105 $1,672,688 $- 2020 Proposed $2,146,913 $7,672,996 $689,370 $2,578,410 $1,740,204 $- $- $1,000,000 $2,000,000 $3,000,000 $4,000,000 $5,000,000 $6,000,000 $7,000,000 $8,000,000 $612.20 $670.64 $637.63 $713.73 $625.10 $946.57 CITY General Fund (2018) Pop. (2017) Spending Per capita •Golden Valley $20,489,400 21,646 $946.57 •Robbinsdale $9,965,760 14,860 $670.64 •Brooklyn Center $22,229,190 31,145 $713.73 •New Hope $13,737,762 21,545 $637.63 •Brooklyn Park $50,549,609 80,866 $625.10 •Crystal $14,037,076 22,929 $612.20 Major Expenditure Changes Total Cost per capita* Wage and Benefits $410,645 $17.91 Elections Staffing $114,475 $4.99 Professional Services -Finance -$25,000 -$1.09 Administration –Service Contracts -$10,000 -$.44 Legal -Completion of Code Updates $15,000 -$.65 West Metro Fire District $60,313 $2.63 Miscellaneous Increases $50,015 $2.18 Total $585,448 $25.53 *Per capital costs based on the Metropolitan Council’s estimated population of 22,929 for the City of Crystal in 2017. Fund 2016 Actual 2017 Actual 2018 Levied 2019 Proposed 2020 Proposed General Fund $8,571,947 $8,657,000 $9,436,779 $9,716,249 $10,266,584 Pool Bonds Debt Service 210,600 212,000 --- EDA 246,200 277,200 277,200 282,744 288,399 Capital Improvement Funds 1,119,160 1,141,620 1,191,110 513,392 633,901 Internal Service Funds ---830,747 844,045 Total Tax Levy $10,147,907 $10,278,820 $10,905,089 $11,343,132 $12,032,929 Change 4.02%6.08% Fund 2016 2017 2018 Levied 2019 Proposed 2020 Proposed Buildings $563,153 $ 574,400 $574,400 $585,888 $597,606 Fleet ---85,680 86,537 Information Technology ---159,179 159,902 Police Equipment Revolving 134,700 137,400 151,900 154,938 158,037 Park Improvement ---$248,310 $358,914 PIR 261,000 266,220 301,210 -- Street Construction 160,307 163,600 163,600 110,144 116,950 Total Capital Improvement and Internal Service Levy $1,119,160 $1,141,620 $1,191,110 $1,344,139 $1,477,946 Internal Service Funds 48.6% 50.5% 67.8% 71.4% 52.6% 53.6% CITY 2018 Tax Rate 2019 Preliminary Rate •Brooklyn Center 68.432%71.384% •New Hope 58.589%67.807% •Brooklyn Park 52.373%52.613% •Golden Valley 55.152%53.603% •Robbinsdale 50.346%50.516% •Crystal 50.416%48.644% Payable 2016 Payable 2017 Payable 2018 Payable 2019 Payable 2020 Tax Capacity $15,250,280 $16,716,693 $18,459,975 $20,016,096 **$21,016,901 TIF Captured Value (325,706)(248,944)(212,599)*(226,174)*(226,174) Area-wide Contribution (1,088,334)(1,082,015)(1,079,088)(1,216,174)(1,216,174) Area-wide Distribution 3,999,304 4,375,023 4,467,214 4,578,315 4,467,214 Net Tax Capacity $17,835,544 $19,760,757 $21,635,502 $23,152,063 $24,055,342 Certified Levy 9,099,500 9,798,620 10,627,889 11,060,388 11,744,529 EDA Levy 246,200 277,200 277,200 282,744 288,399 Local Levy $9,345,700 $10,075,820 $10,910,633 $11,343,132 $12,032,928 * Estimates for the 2020 Captured Tax Capacity from Tax Increment Finance Districts will not be known until 2019. The 2019 TIF Captured Value was used to calculate the estimated 2020 tax rate. ** Estimated at 5% increase over 2019. 2016 2017 2018 Payable 2019 Payable 2019 City Tax Rate 51.83%50.36%50.42%48.64%50.02% County Tax Rate 45.36 44.09 42.81 41.66 41.66 School Tax Rate 33.83 31.61 31.96 29.45 29.45 Other Tax Rate 10.43 10.21 9.05 8.84 8.84 Total Tax Rate 141.45%136.27%134.23%128.59%129.97% Valuation Percentile of Residential-Homestead properties in Crystal 10th 30th 50th (Median) 70th 90th Estimated Market Value $155,000 $177,000 $195,000 $217,000 $254,000 Taxable Market Value 131,710 155,690 175,310 199,290 239,620 Hennepin County 572 677 762 866 1,041 City of Crystal 625 738 831 945 1,136 Robbinsdale Schools 707 823 918 1,034 1,229 Metropolitan Council 33 39 44 50 61 Other Taxing Districts 75 89 110 114 150 TOTAL $2,013 $2,367 $2,666 $3,010 $3,617 Based on Truth in Taxation Notice • Homeowners Regular Property Tax Refund (based on household income). • Homeowners Special Property Tax Refund –Property tax must have increased by at least 12% and at least $100. • Increase must not be related to improvements to property. • Renters Property Tax Refund (based on household income). • Form M1PR and instructions available @ www.taxes.state.mn.us • Paper forms may be obtained by calling the Minnesota Department of Revenue at 651-296-3781 or 1-800-652-9094. Dec. 4 Public Input meeting in accordance with Truth in Taxation requirements. Dec. 4 Final adoption of 2019 property tax levy and budget.Final acceptance of proposed 2020 property tax levy and budget. Dec. 18 Continuation date, if adoption of 2019 property tax levy and budget does not occur on Dec. 4, 2018. 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.2 7.1 __________________________________________________________________________ FROM: Chrissy Serres, City Clerk __________________________________________________________________________ DATE: Nov. 27, 2018 TO: Mayor and City Council City Manager Anne Norris CC: Police Chief Stephanie Revering City Attorney Troy Gilchrist RE: Consideration of civil penalties for violation of liquor license regulations by Liquor Liquidator 3, Inc. d/b/a Liquor Liquidator 3 located at 5120 56th Ave. N. Background On May 29, 2018 alcohol compliance checks were conducted by Crystal Police Department at licensed liquor establishments in Crystal. Liquor Liquidator 3 did not pass this compliance check. An employee of the business has since pleaded guilty in court to the sale of alcohol to a minor, which is a violation of state law and Crystal City Code § 1200.35. The attached notice was mailed to the liquor licensee on Nov. 19, 2018. This is considered a third liquor violation for this licensee. Requested Council action Consistent with city code, staff recommends Liquor Liquidator 3 receive a civil fine of $2,000 and license suspension for 10 days with the city manager and city clerk determining the civil fine and license suspension dates. COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Regular Agenda: Dec. 4, 2018 Council Meeting Consideration of civil penalties for Liquor Liquidator 3, Inc. d/b/a Liquor Liquidator 3 for violation of liquor license regulations 7.2 7.2 __________________________________________________________________________ FROM: Chrissy Serres, City Clerk __________________________________________________________________________ DATE: Nov. 27, 2018 TO: Mayor and City Council City Manager Anne Norris CC: Police Chief Stephanie Revering City Attorney Troy Gilchrist RE: Consideration of civil penalties for violation of liquor license regulations by Taqueria El Jalapeno, LLC d/b/a Taqueria El Jalapeno located at 6236 56th Ave. N. Background On May 29, 2018 alcohol compliance checks were conducted by Crystal Police Department at licensed liquor establishments in Crystal. Taqueria El Jalapeno did not pass this compliance check. An employee of the business has since pleaded guilty in court to the sale of alcohol to a minor, which is a violation of state law and Crystal City Code § 1200.35. The attached notice was mailed to the liquor licensee on Nov. 19, 2018. This is considered a first liquor violation for this licensee. Requested Council action Consistent with city code, staff recommends Taqueria El Jalapeno receive a civil fine of $750 and license suspension for one day with the city manager and city clerk determining the civil fine and license suspension dates. COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Regular Agenda: Dec. 4, 2018 Council Meeting Consideration of civil penalties for Taqueria El Jalapeno, LLC d/b/a Taqueria El Jalapeno for violation of liquor license regulations 7.3 7.3 __________________________________________________________________________ FROM: Chrissy Serres, City Clerk __________________________________________________________________________ DATE: Nov. 27, 2018 TO: Mayor and City Council City Manager Anne Norris CC: Police Chief Stephanie Revering City Attorney Troy Gilchrist RE: Consideration of civil penalties for violation of tobacco license regulations by Holiday Stationstores, LLC d/b/a Holiday Stationstore #300 located at 5410 Lakeland Ave. N. Background On May 10, 2018 tobacco compliance checks were conducted by Crystal Police Department at licensed tobacco establishments in Crystal. Holiday Stationstore #300 did not pass this compliance check. An employee of the business has since pleaded guilty in court to the sale of tobacco to a minor, which is a violation of state law and Crystal City Code § 1105.13. The attached notice was mailed to the tobacco licensee on Nov. 19, 2018. This is considered a first tobacco violation for this licensee. Requested Council action Consistent with City Code, staff recommends Holiday Stationstores, LLC d/b/a Holiday Stationstore #300 receive a one-day license suspension and civil fine of $750 with the city manager and city clerk determining the date of the license suspension and payment date of the fine. COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Regular Agenda: Dec. 4, 2018 Council Meeting Consideration of civil penalties for Holiday Stationstores, LLC d/b/a Holiday Stationstore #300 for violation of tobacco license regulations 7.4 7.4 __________________________________________________________________________ FROM: Chrissy Serres, City Clerk __________________________________________________________________________ DATE: Nov. 27, 2018 TO: Mayor and City Council City Manager Anne Norris CC: Police Chief Stephanie Revering City Attorney Troy Gilchrist RE: Consideration of civil penalties for violation of tobacco license regulations by Northern Tier Retail, LLC d/b/a Speedway #4187 located at 7818 36th Ave. N. Background On Sept. 27, 2018 tobacco compliance checks were conducted by Crystal Police Department at licensed tobacco establishments in Crystal. Speedway #4187 did not pass this compliance check. An employee of the business has since pleaded guilty in court to the sale of tobacco to a minor, which is a violation of state law and Crystal City Code § 1105.13. The attached notice was mailed to the tobacco licensee on Nov. 21, 2018. This is considered a second tobacco violation for this licensee. Requested Council action Consistent with City Code, staff recommends Northern Tier Retail, LLC d/b/a Speedway #4187 receive a five-day license suspension and civil fine of $1,500 with the city manager and city clerk determining the date of the license suspension and payment date of the fine. COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Regular Agenda: Dec. 4, 2018 Council Meeting Consideration of civil penalties for Northern Tier Retail, LLC d/b/a Speedway #4187 for violation of tobacco license regulations 7.5 7.5 __________________________________________________________________________ FROM: Chrissy Serres, City Clerk __________________________________________________________________________ DATE: Nov. 27, 2018 TO: Mayor and City Council City Manager Anne Norris CC: Police Chief Stephanie Revering City Attorney Troy Gilchrist RE: Consideration of civil penalties for violation of tobacco license regulations by Schwapper, Inc. d/b/a Adair Liquor located at 6001 42nd Ave. N. Background On Sept. 27, 2018 tobacco compliance checks were conducted by Crystal Police Department at licensed tobacco establishments in Crystal. Adair Liquor did not pass this compliance check. An employee of the business has since pleaded guilty in court to the sale of tobacco to a minor, which is a violation of state law and Crystal City Code § 1105.13. The attached notice was mailed to the tobacco licensee on Nov. 21, 2018. This is considered a first tobacco violation for this licensee. Requested Council action Consistent with City Code, staff recommends Schwapper, Inc. d/b/a Adair Liquor receive a one-day license suspension and civil fine of $750 with the city manager and city clerk determining the date of the license suspension and payment date of the fine. COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Regular Agenda: Dec. 4, 2018 Council Meeting Consideration of civil penalties for Schwapper, Inc. d/b/a Adair Liquor for violation of tobacco license regulations 7.6 7.6 5224 HANSON COURT NORTH – VARIANCE APPLICATION PAGE 1 OF 3 _______________________________________________________________ FROM: Dan Olson, City Planner ____________________________________________________________________ TO: Anne Norris (for December 4 Meeting) DATE: November 29, 2018 RE: Consider adoption of a resolution approving a variance request from Mike Gilbertson for a building addition at 5224 Hanson Court North A.BACKGROUND Mike Gilbertson, owner of the commercial property at 5224 Hanson Court, is requesting a variance to the setback requirements to construct an addition to his existing building. The property is zoned Industrial (I). Notice of the November 19 public hearing was published in the Sun Post on November 8 and mailed to owners within 500 feet (see attachment A). To date the only comments received on the proposal are attachment F. The person submitting the comments had questions relating to the number and size of handicapped parking spaces, which is regulated by the Minnesota state building code. The applicant is required to provide one handicapped parking space in the front of the building as part of his renovation of the building. Attachments: A.Site location map showing public hearing notification area B.Existing zoning map C.Photos of existing property D.Project Narrative E.Site plan (2 sheets) F.Comment from interested property owner G.Resolution B.VARIANCE REQUEST The existing building was constructed in 1959 and does not meet front and (north) side setback requirements. Therefore the building is considered legally nonconforming. The applicant is COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Variance for 5224 Hanson Court North 7.7 5224 HANSON COURT NORTH – VARIANCE APPLICATION PAGE 2 OF 3 requesting a variance to the required (south) side setback to construct a 330 square feet addition to the existing building. The addition would be used as a loading area for the business, which manufactures various soap products. The addition does not meet the required 10 foot setback, being 3 feet to the property line. If approved the building addition would restrict access to the rear of the property as a potential parking area. Currently the property has adequate parking in front of the building for use by the business’s three full-time and one part-time employees. According to the applicant, customers do not come to the property. There is a concern that if the business expands to include more employees or if the property is sold, parking in the front would not be adequate. Therefore staff recommends a condition of approval for the variance that if parking is needed, the property owner will provide permanent access to the rear parking area by either removing the addition or leaving the overhead doors open and unlocked during business hours and leave an unobstructed pathway for vehicles. This parking area would be paved according to the requirements found in the unified development code (UDC). The following are the relevant approval criteria for this variance as outlined in city code section 510.33, followed by staff response: a) Variances shall only be permitted when they are in harmony with the general purposes and intent of the official control and when the terms of the variances are consistent with the comprehensive plan. Response: The intent of the city’s zoning ordinance is to provide for regulations to promote orderly development that allows for adequate access to light, air, and convenient access to property. The approval of a building addition that is closer to the south property line will not impede access to adequate light or air for adjacent properties or for the existing building. If the variance is approved, the building will continue to be in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan’s Industrial future land use designation. b) Variances shall only be permitted when the City Council finds that strict enforcement of specific provisions of this section would create practical difficulties due to circumstances unique to a particular property under consideration. Practical difficulties, as used in connection with the granting of a variance, means that the property owner: 1) proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted by an official control; and 2) the plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to the property not created by the landowner; and 3) the variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. 7.7 5224 HANSON COURT NORTH – VARIANCE APPLICATION PAGE 3 OF 3 Response: The use of the subject property to include a loading area for the business is a reasonable use permitted by the city’s zoning regulations. Because of the building’s placement on the property, there is only one location where the loading facility could be constructed – the south side of the building. The setback variance is necessary to ensure that the loading area addition can be placed on the lot in a way which provides the best possible commercial use of the property without negatively impacting other properties. The essential character of this area will not change if the variance is approved since the proposed addition will be set back approximately 52 feet from the front of the building. c) Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties. Response: The applicant has indicated that a loading dock area is needed for deliveries to the property. Currently deliveries are conducted in front of the building, which can create situations where the delivery truck infringes upon the public street. Therefore economic considerations alone are not the sole reason for requesting this variance. C. REQUESTED ACTION At the November 19, 2018 Planning Commission meeting, the Commission recommended by a vote of nine to zero that the City Council approve the variance application to establish a minimum setback of 3 feet from the south property line for a building addition at 5224 Hanson Court North, with the following condition: 1. If city staff determines that the parking area behind the building is needed to meet the property’s parking needs, the applicant shall: a. Provide permanent access to the rear parking area along the south side of the property. The following are acceptable means of meeting this requirement: i. Remove the loading area addition; or ii. Open and unlock the front and rear overhead doors during business hours and leave an unobstructed pathway for vehicles to the rear parking area. b. Pave the rear parking area and install curb and gutter according to the requirements of city code section 520.15. City Council motion to approve the proposed resolution (Attachment G) is requested. 7.7 Hennepin County Locate & Notify Map 5224 Hanson Ct. 0 120 24060 ft Date: 10/26/2018 Buffer Size:500 feetMap Comments: This data (i) is furnished 'AS IS' with no representation as tocompleteness or accuracy; (ii) is furnished with no warranty of anykind; and (iii) is notsuitable for legal, engineering or surveyingpurposes. Hennepin County shall not be liable for any damage, injuryor loss resulting from this data. For more information, contact Hennepin County GIS Office300 6th Street South, Minneapolis, MN 55487 / gis.info@hennepin.us Attachment A7.7 State Highway 169State Highway 100County Road 102Interstate 694 County Road 2Interstate 94 County Road 9 County Road 152County Road 70County Road 8County Road 156Bass Lake Road Count y Roa d 8 1State Highway 169Interstate 694 State Highway 100LAKELAND AVE NWELCOME AVEXENIA AVEZANE PL (BASS LAKE RD)BRUNSWICK AVEADAIR AVEZANE AVEYATES AVE57TH AVE CLOVERDALE AVE NCOLORADOAVEN XENIAWELCOMEVERA CRUZ AVEUNITY AVETOLEDO AVESCOTT AVE N54TH AVE WILSHIRE BLVD ORCHARD AVEPERRY AVEQUAILREGENT AVETOLEDO AVEUNITY AVE56TH AVE PERRY AVE56TH PLQUAIL AVE57TH AVE TWIN LAKE TERTWIN LAKE TER57TH AVE N 56TH AVE N WILSHIRE BLVD REGENT AVEORCHARD AVEDOUGLAS DRQUAIL AVEPERRYNEVADA AVEJERSEY AVE N57TH AVEKENTUCKY AVECLOVERDALE AVE CLOVERDALE AVE 57TH AVE BRENTWOOD AVE ELMHURST AVEWEST BROADWAY55T H AVEHAMPSHIRE AVEHAMPSHIRE AVESHERBURNEAVENBASS LAKE RD 54TH AVE 54TH AVE 53RD AVE 52ND AVEKENTUCKY AVEJERSEY AVEIDAHO AVEHAMPSHIRE AVEGEORGIA AVEFLORIDA AVEEDGEWOOD AVEWE S T BR OA DWA Y51ST PL CORVALLIS AVE 50TH AVE 51 ST PL N EDGEWOODAVESOO LINE PLMARYLAND AVE53RD AVE 52ND AVE LOUISIANA AVELOUISIANA AVE NMARYLAND AVEEDGEWOOD AVEFLORIDA AVEGEORGIA AVEHAMPSHIRE AVEIDAHO AVEFAIRVIEW AVE JERSEY AVEKENTUCKY AVE48TH AVE VERA CRUZ AVE54TH AVE DOUGLAS DRFAIRVIEW AVE 50TH AVE CORVALLIS AVE 51ST AVE BERNARD AVESCOTT53RD AVE 54TH AVE SCOTT AVEQUAIL AVE53RD AVE 52ND AVE REGENTPERRY CR QUAIL AVELAKELAND AVEANGELINEANGE L I NE AVE N UNITY CT NANGELINECT51ST P L H A N S O N C THANSON CT H A N S O N C T LAKELAND AVECORVALLIS AVE WELCOME AVEXENIAAVEN WELCOME AVELAKELAND AVEVERA CRUZ AVEVERA CRUZ AVE NVERA CRUZ AVE NWELCOME AVEXENIA48TH AVEYATESAVE ZANE AVEFAIRVIEW AVE AVENBYRON AVE 48TH AVE LAKESIDE AVE 49TH AVE LAKESIDE AVE 48 TH AVE REGENTAVEQUAILAVEPERRYAVEQUAIL AVE NTOLEDO AVE NLAKELAND AVELAKELAND AVEMARYLAND AVELOUISIANA AVEMARYLAND AVEADAIRLAKELAND 56TH AVE YATES AVE NW IL S H IR E B L V D .ADAIR AVE NADAIR CT N TOLEDO AVEhide Location: 5224 Hanson Cout Crystal, MinnesotaBase Districts ZONE C-1 I-1 R-1 R-2 R-3 Water Bodies Overlay Districts Planned Development Overlay Floodplain Overlay City of Crystal Community Development Department 4141 Douglas Drive North, Crystal, MN 55422-1696 763-531-1142, www.crystalmn.gov Disclaimer: The Official Zoning Map is subject to change by action of the Crystal City Council. Any disagreement(s) or inconsistencies between this map and an ordinance adopted by the city council, the ordinance shall prevail. Official Zoning District Map, Crystal, Minnesota We the undersigned certify that this is the Official Zoning Map, adopted by Crystal City Council on MONTH DAY YEAR _____________ _____________________ Date Jim Adams, Mayor _____________ _____________________ Date Chrissy Serres, City Clerk Date: 10/26/2018 Zoning: 5224 Hanson Court Crystal, Minnesota Site Location 0 0.1 0.2 0.30.05 Miles ´ 0 10.5 Miles 4141 Douglas Dr. Crystal, MN 55422 763-531-1000 Attachment B 7.7 Attachment C 7.7 7.7 7.7 Gilby Products 5224 Hanson CT N, Crystal, MN 55429 612-263-7170 sales@gilbyproducts.com 10/17/18 To whom it may concern, The project we wish to build is an enclosed landing on the south side of our building. It would be used for shipping and receiving. This area would make it so semi-trailer trucks that come to our business will be kept off of Hanson Court and not blocking traffic. The new shipping area will have a garage door on each end so that cars and small trucks can park or service the back yard. Shipping and receiving hours are 8:00am to 3:30pm Mon-Fri. Our company has three full time employees and one part time employee. We don’t sell to retail customers. We have been in business for 35 years. Business will continue for another generation wit h my two sons who are taking over the business. We have approximately two sales people that call on our business every month. The number of semi-trailer trucks that come for shipping or receiving is about four per week. Garage doors at shipping area will be unlocked during business hours for access to the rear parking if needed. Attachment D 7.7 The following items address the criteria for a variance:  Improve safety of shipping and receiving by getting trucks off of Hanson CT  Continue to conform to the comprehensive plan  Limited area for safe loading and unloading of large trucks  Front garage door is too close to the street and would block traffic  New addition will be 50 feet back from the street and will not change the appearance of the building from Hanson CT  The angle of elevation of the driveway makes it unsafe for drivers to unload their trucks  The new location will be level for shipping and receiving Sincerely, Michael Gilbertson Owner of Gilby Products 7.7 © 2018 Perry Bolin Architecture, PLLC ARCHITECT'S PROJECT #1712 Remodeling Improvements Gilby Products 5224 Hanson Court N. Crystal, MN 55429 10/31/17 Perry Bolin Architecture PLLC 5009 Quail Avene North Minneapolls, MN 55429 P: 651.208.1798 F: 612.729.8351 E: perryb@usfamily.net SHEET I hereby certify that this plan, speciﬁcation or report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed Architect under the laws of the State of MN. _________________________ Name Licence # 9134 Date Oct. 18, 2018 NPlanning Set SITE PLAN A1.0HANSON COURT NORTH1" = 10' 0 5' 10' 20' Existing Building 60' x 110' Proposed Addition Drive Through Loading Area 30'x10'-11" Building Area 6,600 + 327 = 6,927 SF 189.7' 164.43'79.11'permeable asphalt permeable asphalt 75.0'semi truck loading asphalt paving 102418 Loading Addition2 SITE PLAN 1" = 10' 24'-0"3'-0"10'-0"setback10'-11"Parking Area Shadow Parking Area 18 ft curb cut Attachment E 7.7 SITE PLAN Building Code Requirements Primary Code 2015 Minnesota Conservation Code for Existing Buildings Reference to 2015 Minnesota Building Code 2015 Minnesota Accessibility Code 2015 Minnesota Energy Code Types of Construction Existing 1 Story 6,600 SF Type 2 B MSBC Table 501 Allowable 2 Stories, 15,500 SF Structure 0 hour MSBC Table 601 Exterior Bearing walls > 30’ = 0 hour MSBC Table 601 Interior Bearing walls 0 hour MSBC Table 601 Non bearing Exterior walls 0 hour MSBC Table 602 Non bearing Interior walls 0 hour MSBC Table 601 Floor Construction 0 hour MSBC Table 601 Roof Construction 0 hour MSBC Table 601 Occupancy type F-1 Manufacturing (soaps & detergents) Building is fully sprinkled Building Alterations Level 2 MCCEB Chapter 8 Less that 50% of Building is Work Area & Refers to Ch 7 Exits Means of Egress No Requirements for single tenant MCCEB 805 FLOOR PLAN A1.0 Fire Sprinkler Line cleanout Flamable waste trap Verify location trench drain trench drain trench drain trench drain relocate unit heater above unit heater above electrical panels fd a/c existing raised ﬂoor water meter gas meter replace exist single pane windows w/ glass block new double glazed windows new double glazed window 3-0 x 6-8 3-0 x 6-8 3-0 x 6-8 3-0 x 6-83-0 x 6-8 3-0 x 6-8 2-8 x 6-8existing3-0 x 6-8 existing ref new cabinet & sink new cabinet & sink new furring & insulation OFFICE STORAGE MANUFACTURING SHIPPING & RECEIVING OFFICE LUNCH ROOM EXIST. MEN UTILITY wall heater relocate wall heater3-0 x 6-8UNISEX WOMEN2-8 x 6-86'-6"5'-11"6'-5 1/2" 7 1/2" CORRIDOR relocate wall 12'-4"verify1'-0"7'-2"fd 10'-0" 34'-3"9'-0" w x 10'-0" h overhead door10'-0" w x 8'-0" h overhead door existing chain link fence at property lineexisting chain link gateexisting bollards fork lift Semi trailer for loading asphalt drive concrete apronADDITIONEXISTING BUILDINGLOADING AREA 101918 Loading Addition concrete apron 30'-0" 10'-0"10'-0"27'-8" 1/4" = 1'-0" 0 1 2 4 8 12'-0"9'-0" w x 10'-0" h overhead door13'-11"3'-0"1'-4"9'-0"7"10'-11"N© 2018 Perry Bolin Architecture, PLLC ARCHITECT'S PROJECT #1712 Remodeling Improvements Gilby Products 5224 Hanson Court N. Crystal, MN 55429 10/31/17 Perry Bolin Architecture PLLC 5009 Quail Avene North Minneapolls, MN 55429 P: 651.208.1798 F: 612.729.8351 E: perryb@usfamily.net SHEET I hereby certify that this plan, speciﬁcation or report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed Architect under the laws of the State of MN. _________________________ Name Licence # 9134 Date Oct. 18, 2018 NPlanning Set 14'-0" 11/20/17 Underground Plumbing1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Concrete removal and replacement sloped to trench drains and underground plumbing routing to ﬂamable waste trap and sanitary sewer 5'-0"2 2 OFFICE 1,112 sf MANUFACTURING 890 sf WAREHOUSELOADING LOADING STORAGE STORAGE 7.7 Attachment F 7.7 CITY OF CRYSTAL MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 2018-________ RESOLUTION APPROVING A VARIANCE FOR 5224 HANSON COURT NORTH WHEREAS, Mike Gilbertson (“Applicant”) submitted an application for approval of a variance at 5224 Hanson Court North, which is legally described in Exhibit A (“Property”); and WHEREAS, the variance is to allow a loading area building addition that is 3 feet to the side (south) property line rather than the 10 feet required by the City’s Unified Development Code, which is contained in Chapter V of the Crystal City Code; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding the variance request on November 19, 2018 and voted to forward the application to the City Council with a recommendation that the requested variance be approved; and WHEREAS, the City Planner’s report dated November 29, 2018 regarding this matter, which is attached hereto as Exhibit B, is incorporated herein and made part of this variance approval except that the conditions set out below are controlling; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the Applicant has sufficiently demonstrated that practical difficulties exist under the present circumstances to support the issuance of the requested variance under the applicable rules and regulations of the Crystal City Code. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Crystal, based on the record of this matter and the findings and determinations contained herein, hereby approves the variance to allow construction of a loading area building addition located up to 3 feet from the side (south) property line at 5224 Hanson Court North, subject to compliance with all of the following conditions of approval: 1. If city staff determines that the parking area behind the building is needed to meet the property’s parking needs, the applicant shall: a.Provide permanent access to the rear parking area along the south side of the property. The following are acceptable means of meeting this requirement: i.Remove the loading area addition; or ii.Open and unlock the front and rear overhead doors during business hours and leave an unobstructed pathway for vehicles to the rear parking area. b. Pave the rear parking area and install curb and gutter according to the requirements of city code section 520.15. Attachment G 7.7 2. Compliance. The variance is subject to the applicable requirements of the Crystal City Code. The Applicant is required to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances and is required to obtain such other permits and permissions as may be required. 3. No Waiver. Failure by the City to take action with respect to any violation of any condition, covenant or term of the variance shall not be deemed to be a waiver of such condition, covenant, or term or any subsequent violation of the same or any other condition, covenant, or term. 4. Binding Effect. This variance, and the conditions placed on its approval, are binding on the Applicant, the Applicant’s successors and assigns, shall run with the Property, and shall not in any way be affected by the subsequent sale, lease, or other change from current ownership. The obligations of the Applicant under this approval shall also be the obligations of the current and any subsequent owners of the Property. 5. Acceptance of Conditions. Utilization of the Property for any of the uses allowed by this variance shall automatically be deemed acceptance of, and agreement to, its terms and conditions without qualification, reservation, or exception. Adopted by the Crystal City Council this 4th day of December, 2018. ____________________________ Jim Adams, Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________ Chrissy Serres, City Clerk 7.7 EXHIBIT A Legal Description of the Property Lot 8, Block 1, Hanson’s Addition, Hennepin County, Minnesota 7.7 EXHIBIT B Planner’s Report (attached hereto) 7.7 4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696 Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov Memorandum DATE: November 28, 2018 TO: Mayor and City Council Anne Norris, City Manager FROM: John Elholm, Recreation Director SUBJECT: Consider a resolution approving plans and specifications and authorizing advertisement for bids to re-develop Becker Park PROJECT This project involves the redevelopment of Becker Park. Project features include a stormwater infiltration gallery, inclusive play area, interactive spray pad, restroom building, performance area, picnic area, walkways and other related amenities. The approximate cost is $3 million for the park portion and $2.75 million for the stormwater portion; for a total of $5.75 million. Funding will come from a variety of sources; including federal, state, met council, special park district, watershed, county, city and private funds. Additional funds are being sought through grants and donations. Installation of a shade structure over the play area patio and stage, and increased infiltration capacity of the stormwater gallery, are being bid as alternates to assure the project meets financial goals. RECAP An infiltration project under Becker Park was proposed to alleviate street flooding near the park and reduce sediment runoff into Twin Lake in 2015. The Crystal City Council adopted a park and recreation system plan that included concept plans for a redeveloped Becker Park in December of 2017. The City Council authorized a contract with design consultant WSB & Associates to complete final design work for the Becker Park project in January of 2018. Public Open Houses were held on April 26, 2018 and August 15, 2018 to discuss the project with residents. Plans were also displayed at the Crystal Community Center, presented at Crystal Frolics and shared through social, print and CCX media. City Council work sessions were held on July 13 and October 16. The final design has been completed. REQUESTED COUNCIL ACTION Adopt resolution approving plans and specifications for the redevelopment of Becker Park and authorizing the advertisement of bids for construction of said improvements. 7.8 RESOLUTION NO. 2018 - ______ APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS BECKER PARK RE-DEVELOPMENT PROJECT #2019-03 WHEREAS, a stormwater infiltration project under Becker Park was proposed to alleviate street flooding near the park and reduce sediment runoff into Twin Lake; and WHEREAS, a park and recreation system master plan that proposed redevelopment of Becker Park was adopted by the Crystal City Council on December 19, 2017; and WHEREAS, at the direction of the City of Crystal, WSB and Associates has prepared plans and specifications and a bid advertisement for re-development of Becker Park that includes a stormwater infiltration gallery, inclusive play area, interactive spray pad, restroom building, performance area, picnic area, walkways and other related amenities; and WHEREAS, the plans and specifications are consistent with design elements proposed in the park and recreation system master plan; and WHEREAS, a public open house was held on April 26, 2018 and August 15, 2018 to discuss the project with residents; and WHEREAS, the plans and specifications are on file at Crystal City Hall, 4141 Douglas Drive North, Crystal, Minnesota. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA: 1. Approve the plans and specifications for the redevelopment of Becker Park; 2. Authorize the advertisement for bids for construction of said improvements. Adopted by the Crystal City Council this 4th day of December, 2018. Jim Adams, Mayor ATTEST: ____________________________ Christina Serres, City Clerk 7.8 11/29/2018 1 December 4, 2018 A Park and Recreation System Master Plan that included concepts for Becker Park was approved in December, 2017 WSB was hired to prepare complete design plans for Becker Park in January, 2018 A project to redevelop Becker Park is included in the 2019 Parks Capital Budget Contracts to remove existing structures were approved on November 6, 2018 for: Demolition of the Becker Park Arts Building Removal of the Becker Park Play Area 7.8 11/29/2018 2 Infiltration Project $2,750,000 Infiltration Gallery base bid Increase Infiltration Capacity alternate Park Improvements $3,000,000 Inclusive Play Area & Spray Pad base bid Performance Area base bid Sidewalks with Benches base bid Picnic Areas with Tables base bid Accessible Restroom Building base bid Shade over Patio and Stage alternate * Total Project $5,750,000 * Includes Professional Services & Contingency 7.8 11/29/2018 3 Infiltration Project $2,750,000 MN BWSR – Clean Water Fund $725,000 Shingle Creek Watershed CIP $250,000 Met Council Green Infrastructure $200,000 Met Council Storm Water Grant $150,000 Shingle Creek Watershed Cost Share $50,000 City Storm Water Fund $75,000 pending Hennepin Co. NR Opportunity Grant $100,000 * MN PCA Clean Water Partner Loan $1,200,000 * 0% over 10 years Park Improvements $3,000,000 Crystal Parks Fund $1,300,000 Crystal EDA $1,200,000 Hennepin Co. Com Dev Block Grant $160,000 Minnesota DNR Grant (LAWCON)$150,000 Three Rivers Park District $50,000 Auction Sales / Fence Recycling $21,000 Donations $3,000 pending Hennepin Co. Youth Sports Grant $116,000 + Additional Donations $ ??? 7.8 11/29/2018 4 12/13/18 Advertisement Published in Newspaper 12/20/18 2 nd Advertisement Published in Newspaper 01/09/19 Pre-Bid Meeting with Contractors 01/23/19 Bid Opening Feb., 2019 Council Awards Contract April, 2019 Construction Begins October Construction Substantially Complete To approve the attached resolution: 1.Approve plans and specifications for redevelopment of Becker Park. 2.Authorize advertisement for bids to construct the Becker Park project. 7.8 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.10 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.11 7.12 7.12 7.12 7.12 4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696 Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov Posted: Nov. 30, 2018 City Council Second Work Session Agenda Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018 Immediately following the City Council meeting Conference Room A Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter, the second work session of the Crystal City Council was held at ______ p.m. on Dec. 4, 2018 in Conference Room A, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, Minnesota. I. Attendance Council Members Staff ____ Adams ____ Norris ____ Budziszewski ____ Therres ____ Dahl ____ Gilchrist ____ Deshler ____ Olson ____ Kolb ____ Revering ____ LaRoche ____ Sutter ____ Parsons ____ Serres II. Agenda The purpose of the work session is to discuss the following agenda items: 1. 2040 Comprehensive Plan update. 2. New business.* 3. Announcements.* * Denotes no supporting information included in the packet. III. Adjournment The work session adjourned at ______ p.m. Auxiliary aids are available upon request to individuals with disabilities by calling the City Clerk at (763) 531- 1145 at least 96 hours in advance. TTY users may call Minnesota Relay at 711 or 1-800-627-3529. REVIEW COMMENTS ON 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PAGE 1 OF 4 _____________________________________________________ FROM: Dan Olson, City Planner ____________________________________________________________________ TO: Anne Norris (for December 4 Meeting) DATE: November 29, 2018 RE: Review comments on the proposed 2040 Comprehensive Plan A. BACKGROUND On June 5, 2018 the City Council directed staff to distribute the proposed 2040 Comprehensive Plan to affected jurisdictions for their review and comment. The plan was also sent to the Met Council for a preliminary review. State statute requires that the city provide a six month review period for the affected jurisdictions to submit their comments. The purpose of this staff report is for Council to review those comments before the Planning Commission holds a public hearing on the plan on December 10, 2018 and the Council considers authorizing submittal of the plan to the Metropolitan Council on December 18, 2018. Attachments: A. Metropolitan Council preliminary comments B. Proposed 2040 Comprehensive Plan B. COMMENTS FROM AFFECTED JURISDICTIONS AND METROPOLITAN COUNCIL The proposed plan was sent to the following affected jurisdictions for their comment:  Cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Minneapolis (public water supply related), New Hope, and Robbinsdale  Hennepin County  School District 281  Bassett Creek and Shingle Creek watershed management organizations  Three Rivers Park District  Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT)  Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Review Comments on 2040 Comprehensive Plan REVIEW COMMENTS ON 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PAGE 2 OF 4  Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) To date, two of these jurisdictions have submitted “no comment” letters, while 12 have not responded (no response is interpreted to mean “no comment”). Metropolitan Council Most of the preliminary comments from the Met Council (attachment A) were routine in nature. The following were substantive comments:  Describe the city’s goals in reducing excess inflow and infiltration (excess flow of clear water into the city’s sanitary sewer system)  Add a solar suitability analysis map  Add implementation language to relevant chapters  Attach appendices related to implementation of the plan C. DISCUSS HOUSING POLICIES RECOMMENDED BY THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL AND BLUE LINE COALITION Staff has received preliminary comments on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan relating to housing issues from two entities - the Metropolitan Council and the Blue Line Coalition (BLC), an advocacy group. Staff requests that the City Council discuss these proposed policies and direct staff on whether they should be included as housing policy goals in the proposed Comprehensive Plan. Met Council Comments The Met Council is recommending that the city include the following two housing policy goals in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. 1. Fair housing policy A fair housing policy would indicate the city’s support for existing federal legislation relating to protections for tenants or future home buyers against discrimination due to race, disability, national origin, and other charact eristics. Met Council indicated that the city will be required to adopt a fair housing policy in order to receive future grant funds through the Livable Communities Program (LCA). In the past the city received LCA funding for such projects as the Cavanagh apartments. The city does not have the authority to resolve fair housing complaints from Crystal tenants or potential home buyers and this would not change if the city adopted a policy. However the city’s policy, based on a Met Council model, would reference links on the city’s website to educate and refer residents who feel their fair housing rights have been violated. These weblinks would provide information about what protections are found in state and federal law, REVIEW COMMENTS ON 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PAGE 3 OF 4 where to file a fair housing complaint, and where to get free or low-cost legal advice. The city’s role would be limited to providing the weblinks or otherwise connecting complainants with resources provided by other entities. Such a policy would merely formalize how we already respond to fair housing complaints. Options for City Council:  Adopt a policy. City Council could direct staff to prepare a proposed policy for Council review and adoption. If this option is selected, the proposed Comprehensive Plan would state that the city has a goal of adopting such a policy.  Delay policy adoption. City Council could wait to adopt a policy until such time when the city desires to apply for grants through the LCA program. If this option is selected, the Comprehensive Plan would not include any language about adopting a future policy. 2. Inclusionary housing policy Inclusionary housing, or inclusionary zoning, is when developers of new multifamily housing are required to include a certain percentage of long -term affordable units in their buildings. The BLC is also recommending this policy. The policy could apply to all new rental and ownership developments of 10+ units. Affordability protections would be placed on the property, typically for a minimum of 30 years and the units should be comparable in size and quality to the market-rate units. The Council has the option to adopt or not adopt an inclusionary housing policy. Blue Line Coalition Comments The Blue Line Coalition (BLC) is a coalition of community groups that advocates for affordable housing issues in the five cities along the proposed extension of the Blue Line LRT. The following are four policies that the BLC is recommending the City of Crystal include as housing policy goals in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. The Council has the option to adopt or not adopt any of these policies. 1. Just – cause eviction Just-cause eviction prevents landlords from terminating leases without a demonstrated reason. A landlord’s desire to raise the rent on the unit is not considered a sufficient reason for ending a lease. Landlords can still end leases or evict tenants for violating their lease, failing to pay rent on time, or causing damage or disruption, but tenants have some protection that they can stay in the unit as long as they are good tenants and pay their rent on time. These protections apply to both long-term and month-to-month leases and remain in effect even if the property changes ownership. REVIEW COMMENTS ON 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PAGE 4 OF 4 2. Tenant relocation assistance Relocation assistance policies require that tenants be compensated when their lease is terminated through no fault of their own (such as building sale or redevelopment) or when their rent is increased beyond ten percent annually. Some cities require the landlord to pay the full relocation fee, while other s supplement landlord payments with city - or developer-provided funds. 3. Notification of sale and right of first purchase This policy would require sellers of multifamily properties to inform the city and tenants 90 days before the property is going to be s old. Tenants, or another buyer who pledges to maintain long-term affordability, are then given the first opportunity to purchase the property at market rate before the seller can sell to another party. This policy does not limit the price of the property. The advance notification of a planned sale allows tenants to find a partner and financing to assist in the property's purchase and/or have more time to secure other housing. 4. Affordable Housing Trust Fund Affordable housing trust funds can be established at state or city levels to create a designated source of funding for affordable housing acquisition, rehabilitation, or construction. Funds are typically offered as deferred interest-free loans to developers. These funds serve as gap financing and could also attract additional capital. D. NEXT STEPS The following is the timeline for completing the comprehensive plan update : December 10, 2018: Planning Commission holds public hearing for additional public input December 18, 2018: City Council meeting to authorize submittal of the final plan to the Metropolitan Council by December 31 After the Metropolitan Council completes their review in 2019, a City Council meeting will be held to officially adopt the plan. E. REQUESTED ACTION Council review the comments on the plan from affected jurisdictions and also provide direction on whether any of the housing policies should be included as housing policy goals in the plan. Attachment A CITY COUNCIL DRAFT DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICY AND LAND USE GUIDE Attachment B CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER PAGE/S Chapter A – Process Overview 2 Chapter B – Community Designation 3 – 10 Chapter C – Demographic Baseline 11 – 12 Chapter D – Metropolitan Council Forecasts 13 Chapter E – Land Use 14 – 2224 Chapter F – Housing 23 25 – 2429 Chapter G – Roadway Jurisdiction 25 30 – 2632 Chapter H – Roadway Functional Classifications 27 33 – 3238 Chapter I – Non-Motorized Transportation 33 39 – 3541 Chapter J – Public Transit 36 42 – 3845 Chapter K – Aviation 39 46 – 4452 Chapter L – Parks and Open Space 45 53 –51 59 Chapter M – Water Resources 52 60 – 5463 Appendices: A. Bass Lake Road Station Area Plan B. Commercial Market Analysis A.C. Station Area Development Assessment B.D. Unified Development Code and Official Zoning Map C.E. Housing Gap Analysis F. Park and Recreation System Master Plan D.G. Long Term Plan E.H. Proposed Local Surface Water Management Plan I. Proposed Water Supply Plan CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 2 CHAPTER A: PROCESS OVERVIEW As a municipality within the seven-county metropolitan planning area, Crystal is required to submit an updated Comprehensive Plan to the Metropolitan Council in 2018. The Comprehensive Plan is the city’s policy document and guide for land use and related decision-making. For example, the Comprehensive Plan is used by the Planning Commission and City Council when it makes decisions related to zoning, subdivision (platting), public facilities and redevelopment. While the plan does not include detailed development concept plans for particular sites or designs for public facilities improvements, it does set the stage and provide guidance for such plans and designs to be developed later. The Planning Commission was the body tasked with reviewing the proposed updates to the Plan. The Commission met regularly between November 2017 and April 2018 to discuss the plan and held a meeting on April 9, 2018 to receive public input. Public input was also solicited on the city’s newsletter, website and social media. On June 5, 2018, the city council approved the plan for submittal to other governmental jurisdictions and agencies for a six month review and comment period, as required by Metropolitan Council. The plan was also sent to the Metropolitan Council for a preliminary review. The following affected jurisdictions received the proposed Crystal 2040 Comprehensive Plan on June 6, 2018, with their responses noted below:  City of Brooklyn Center  City of Brooklyn Park  City of Golden Valley – Has no comments  City of Minneapolis  City of New Hope  City of Robbinsdale  Hennepin County  School District 281  Minnesota Department of Transportation – Has no comments  Minnesota Department of Natural Resources  Metropolitan Airports Commission  Three Rivers Park District  Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission  Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission After comments were received from the Metropolitan Council and adjacent jurisdictions, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on December 10, 2018 on the proposed 2040 plan. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 3 CHAPTER B: COMMUNITY DESIGNATION In the “Thrive MSP 2040” document, the Metropolitan Council has established several different community designations for different parts of the region. Crystal is among the areas classified as Urban (see Figure B-1), which is described as those communities: “…developed primarily during the economic prosperity between the end of World War II and the economic recession of 1973-1975. These cities, adjacent to the Urban Center communities, experienced rapid development to house the growing families of the baby boom era. With considerable growth and development along highways, the Urban communities exhibit the transition toward the development stage dominated by the influence of the automobile.” FIGURE B-1 METROPOLITAN COUNCIL COMMUNITY DESIGNATION CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 4 LAND USE STRATEGIES AND POLICIES In the “Thrive MSP 2040” document, Metropolitan Council has established general policy goals for all communities in the seven-county area and specific policy goals for Urban communities. The following are those policy goals, with comments from the city detailing how the policy is being implemented, or is planned for implementation: Policy 1: Align land use, development patterns and infrastructure to make the best use of public and private investment. STRATEGIES FOR ALL COMMUNITIES • Plan for development to support forecasted growth at appropriate densities as articulated in the land use policies for the Urban designation. Comment: The 2040 land use map and table will support forecasted growth through a variety of strategies, including allowing accessory dwelling units, reducing residential lot sizes and widths, promoting residential infill, and identifying redevelopment areas in the city. • Plan and develop interconnected and well-connected local streets, adequate stormwater infrastructure, adequate water supply, and properly managed subsurface sewage treatment systems to support local growth forecasts. Comment: As development is proposed, the city reviews these site plan elements to ensure that streets and utilities are adequately providing these necessary services. • Develop plans to improve conditions for and encourage walking and bicycling where appropriate. Comment: The non-motorized transportation chapter of the Plan provides strategies for encouraging walking and biking on city streets. • Maintain, replace, or expand local facilities and infrastructure to meet growth and development needs. Comment: As development is proposed, the city reviews these site plan elements to ensure that infrastructure adequately provides these necessary services. • Adopt and implement the local comprehensive plan following Metropolitan Council review. Comment: The city intends to adopt a Comprehensive Plan as required by Minnesota statute 473.175. STRATEGIES FOR URBAN COMMUNITIES • Plan for forecasted population and household growth at average densities of at least 10 units per acre for new development and redevelopment. Target opportunities for more intensive development near regional transit investments at densities and in a manner articulated in the 2040 Transportation Policy Plan. Comment: The 2040 land use map and table will support forecasted growth through a variety of strategies, including allowing accessory dwelling units, reducing residential lot sizes and widths, promoting residential infill, and identifying redevelopment areas in the city. • Identify areas for redevelopment, particularly areas that are well-served by transportation options and nearby amenities and that contribute to better proximity between jobs and housing. Comment: The 2040 land use map shows potential redevelopment areas in proximity to the city’s main commercial areas at West Broadway and Bass Lake Road and Douglas Drive and 42nd Avenue, as well as proximity to the planned expansion of the Blue Line light rail transit (LRT). • Lead detailed land use planning efforts around regional transit stations and other regional investments. Comment: The past several years the city has worked with Metro Transit and Hennepin County to implement the proposed extension of the Blue Line LRT system. The city is working to implement a transit-oriented development (TOD) overlay zoning regulation within the proposed station area. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 5 • Plan for and program local infrastructure needs (for example, roads, sidewalks, sewer, water, and surface water), including those needed for future growth and to implement the local comprehensive plan. Comment: As development is proposed, the city reviews these site plan elements to ensure that infrastructure adequately provides these necessary services. • Recognize opportunities for urban agriculture and small-scale food production. Comment: The city currently allows raising of chickens, beekeeping, and community gardens. Policy 2: Conserve, restore, and protect the region’s natural resources to ensure availability, support public health and maintain a high quality of life. STRATEGIES FOR ALL COMMUNITIES • Include goals, priorities and natural resource conservation strategies in the local comprehensive plan to protect and enhance natural resources identified in regional and local natural resource inventories. Comment: The Park and Recreation System Master Plan, referenced in Chapter L of the Comprehensive Plan, has identified some parks as “natural area/passive park.” • Conserve, protect and interconnect open space to enhance livability, recreational opportunities and habitats. Comment: The Park and Recreation System Master Plan has identified some parks as “natural area/passive park.” • Adopt and implement ordinances for the conservation and restoration of natural resources within the community. Comment: The Park and Recreation System Master Plan has identified some parks as “natural area/passive park.” • Work with regional partners and regional park implementing agencies to identify, plan for, and acquire natural areas and resources prime for preservation and protection. Comment: The City works with Three Rivers Park District to construct regional trails and also on restoration efforts at MAC Park, which is on land owned by the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC). STRATEGIES FOR URBAN COMMUNITIES • Integrate natural resource conservation and restoration strategies into the local comprehensive plan. Comment: The Park and Recreation System Master Plan has identified some parks as “natural area/passive park”, which are areas set aside for preservation of natural resources and open space. • Identify lands for reclamation, including contaminated land, for redevelopment and the restoration of natural features and functions. Comment: The land use chapter of the Comprehensive Plan has identified areas for future redevelopment. On some of these sites it may be necessary to address contamination issues and improve the natural features of the site. • Develop programs that encourage the implementation of natural resource conservation and restoration. Comment: The Park and Recreation System Master Plan has identified some parks as “natural area/passive park”, which are areas set aside for preservation of natural resources and open space. Policy 3: Conserve, restore, and protect the quality and quantity of the region’s water resources to ensure ongoing availability, support public health, and maintain a high quality of life. STRATEGIES FOR ALL COMMUNITIES • Collaborate and convene with state, regional and local partners to protect, maintain, and enhance CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 6 natural resources protection and the protection of the quality and quantity of the region’s water resources and water supply. Comment: The Joint Water Commission (JWC) owns and operates the potable water supply for the cities of Crystal, New Hope and Golden Valley. The JWC has a water supply plan, which is included in this Comprehensive Plan by reference. The city is also a member of both the Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission and the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission. • Prepare and implement local water supply plans and source water (wellhead) protection ordinances, consistent with Minnesota Rules 4720, in all communities with municipal water supply. Comment: The city is expecting to adopt these ordinances in 2018. • Plan land use patterns that facilitate groundwater recharge and reuse, and reduce per capita water use to protect the region’s water supply. Comment: A significant water infiltration project is planned to be constructed in Becker Park in Crystal in 2019. • Plan for sustainable water supply options and groundwater recharge areas to promote development in accordance with natural resources protection and efficient use of land. Comment: The city is fully developed, but is working on ordinances to allow for land use intensification in appropriate areas. The city’s water source is surface water that is purchased from the city of Minneapolis and only has wells for emergency backup use. • Prepare and implement local surface water plans as required by Minnesota Rules Chapter 8410, the Metropolitan Land Planning Act, and the 2040 Water Resources Policy Plan. Comment: The city has a surface water management plan which is currently being updated. • Reduce the excess flow of clear water into the local wastewater collection system (inflow and infiltration). Participate in inflow/infiltration grant programs as available. Comment: The city has been actively reducing inflow and infiltration (I & I) in a number of ways. In 2018 the city will be completing completed replacement of all sanitary sewer manhole lids with solid covers. Sanitary sewer lining and replacement have also occurred over the last few years. • Adopt and enforce ordinances related to stormwater management and erosion control. Comment: The city has recently updated the entire city code, which included updates to the storm water management and erosion control provisions. • Adopt and implement best management practices for abating, preventing, and reducing point and nonpoint source pollution. Comment: These practices were included in the recent updating of the city code related to storm water management and illicit discharge. • Integrate drinking water source protection into local land use decisions, particularly in Drinking Water Supply Management Areas. Comment: The city’s potable water is purchased from the city of Minneapolis, which draws water from the Mississippi River. The only Drinking Water Supply Management Area (DWSMA) that includes Crystal is a small area located in the northeast corner of Brooklyn Center. • Develop programs that encourage stormwater management, treatment, and infiltration. Comment: The city has a stormwater management ordinance in its unified development code, and coordinates with the city’s watershed commissions in the review of proposed development. STRATEGIES FOR URBAN COMMUNITIES • Implement best management practices to control and treat stormwater as redevelopment opportunities arise. Comment: The city has a stormwater management ordinance in its unified CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 7 development code and coordinates with the city’s watershed commissions in the review of proposed development. • Explore alternative water supply sources to ensure alternative water resources beyond 2040. Comment: The primary source of potable water is from the Mississippi River purchased from the city of Minneapolis. The Joint Water Commission has three wells that are available for emergency use only. Policy 4: Promote housing options to give people in all life stages and of all economic means viable choices for safe, stable and affordable homes. STRATEGIES FOR ALL COMMUNITIES • Prepare a local comprehensive plan that addresses the affordable housing plan requirements of the Metropolitan Land Planning Act, including guiding sufficient land to support a community’s share of the regional affordable housing need and an implementation section that identifies the programs, fiscal devices, and official controls to be employed to address a community’s share of the regional need for affordable housing. Comment: These housing issues are addressed in the housing and land use chapters of the Comprehensive Plan. • Review local ordinances, policies and partnerships to ensure they encourage and facilitate the opportunity for the development or preservation of affordable and lifecycle housing. Comment: Much of Crystal housing is considered affordable, but the city has recently implemented (or is implementing) ordinances to encourage affordable housing such as reducing residential lot areas and widths and allowing accessory dwelling units. • Identify and analyze local markets, location, condition, and availability of affordable units, both publicly subsidized and naturally occurring, to inform the housing element of the local comprehensive plan. Comment: The city has completed a housing gap analysis to inform future housing needs. This analysis is summarized in the housing chapter of the Plan. • Participate in Livable Communities Act programs by negotiating affordable and lifecycle housing goals that support regional and local housing needs, and prepare a Housing Action Plan to address those goals and become eligible to access grant funding to address local development and redevelopment objectives. Comment: As noted in the housing chapter of the Plan, the city participates in the Livable Communities program. • Collaborate with partners, especially counties, to rehabilitate and preserve existing housing. Comment: As noted in the housing chapter of the Plan, the city currently provides these housing programs. STRATEGIES FOR URBAN COMMUNITIES Comment: The city’s housing stock is considered very affordable, such so that the Metropolitan Council is only requiring has identified that 25 affordable units are to be built in Crystal between 2021 and 2030 to assist in meeting the region’s affordable housing needs. Nevertheless, the city has identified redevelopment areas in the land use chapter of the Plan that will address higher density housing that may be defined as affordable. The city has implemented (or is implementing) ordinances to encourage affordable housing such as reducing residential lot areas and widths and allowing accessory dwelling units. • Designate land in the comprehensive plan to support household growth forecasts and address the community’s share of the region’s affordable housing need through redevelopment at a range of CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 8 densities. Comment: The land use chapter of the Plan identifies redevelopment areas that will support household growth forecasts. • Plan for a mix of housing affordability in station areas along transitways. Comment: The city has identified a transit-oriented redevelopment areas in the land use chapter of the Plan where affordable housing may occur. • Plan for affordable housing that meets the needs of multigenerational households. Comment: Redevelopment areas have been identified in the land use chapter of the Plan where affordable housing could be constructed. The city has implemented (or is implementing) ordinances to encourage affordable housing such as reducing residential lot areas and widths and allowing accessory dwelling units. • Use state, regional, and federal sources of funding, and/or financing and development tools allowed by state law to facilitate the development of new lifecycle and affordable housing. Comment: The city has demonstrated its willingness to partner with other organizations to provide funding to build new affordable housing. Most recently in 2015, this funding assisted in the construction of a 130-unit affordable senior apartment building in Crystal. Policy 5: Sustain and improve a multi-modal transportation system to support regional growth, maintain regional economic competitiveness, and provide choices and reliability for the system’s users. STRATEGIES FOR ALL COMMUNITIES • Consider travel modes other than the car when reviewing land development plans to better connect and integrate choices throughout all stages of planning. Comment: When reviewing proposed development plans, the city looks for opportunities to make pedestrian and bicycle connections. • Plan for and construct an interconnected system of local streets, pedestrian, and bicycle facilities that is integrated with the regional system to minimize short trips on the regional highway system. Comment: The city is fully developed but in reviewing development proposals, looks for opportunities to connect new streets to the existing network and to pedestrian and bicycle facilities. • Adopt access management standards that support state and county highway access and mobility needs. Comment: The city works cooperatively to adhere to County and State access standards and mobility needs. • Plan for compatible land uses and air space adjacent to the system of regional airports. Comment: The city has zoning regulations in place that provide for future compatible development adjacent to the Crystal Airport. • Participate in regional transportation planning activities to ensure that the metropolitan planning process and regional transportation systems reflects local needs. Comment: The past several years, Crystal has worked with Metro Transit and Hennepin County to implement the proposed extension of the Blue Line LRT. • Work with partners in communities, counties, and the region at large to coordinate transportation, pedestrian, bicycle, and trail connections within and between jurisdictional boundaries. Comment: Crystal has worked cooperatively with Three Rivers Park District and Hennepin County for the extension of regional trails and to plan future pedestrian and bicycle facilities. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 9 STRATEGIES FOR URBAN COMMUNITIES • Develop comprehensive plans that focus on growth in and around regional transit stations and near high-frequency transit services, commensurate with planned levels of transit service and the station typologies (for example, land use mix, density levels) identified in the 2040 Transportation Policy Plan. Comment: In the land use chapter of the Comprehensive Plan, the city has identified a transit-oriented redevelopment area around the proposed Bass Lake Road LRT station. The city is proposing to adopt new zoning regulations that will focus redevelopment opportunities in this area. • Develop local policies, plans, and practices that improve pedestrian and bicycle circulation, including access to regional transit services, regional trails, and regional bicycle corridors. Comment: The city works cooperatively with Three Rivers Park District and Hennepin County to improve and plan for regional pedestrian and bicycle connections, such as the extension of the Bassett Creek Regional Trail. • Consider implementation of travel demand management (TDM) policies and ordinances that encourage use of travel options and decrease reliance on single-occupancy vehicle travel. Comment: Although Crystal does not have what would be considered a larger employer that brings many workers into the city at specific times, the city works to create an environment to reduce congestion at peak travel times. These strategies include providing opportunities to bike or walk to work, and improving pedestrian crossing through pavement markings. • Engage private sector stakeholders who depend on or are affected by the local transportation system to address local business needs such as routing, delivery, and potential land use conflicts. Comment: The city has partnered with the traffic routing app, Waze, and is participating in the Connected Citizens Program. This program brings citizens and cities together to provide current road and traffic conditions. The vast majority of commercial areas in Crystal are along County highways of higher functional classification. • Adopt development standards that improve the user experience, circulation, and access for bicyclists and pedestrians. Comment: As a fully developed city, Crystal has fewer opportunities to create new bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure. However the city is actively working with Hennepin County and Metro Transit to plan for improved pedestrian and bicycle connections around the proposed Bass Lake Road LRT station. • Adopt Complete Streets policies that improve safety and mobility for all road users. Comment: The city is currently in the process of developing a number of policies to improve traffic safety and mobility, which may include a Complete Streets policy. Policy 6: Foster connected land use options to provide businesses and industries with access to materials, markets, and talent. • Strategies for all communities. Comment: The Plan identifies four redevelopment areas in the land use chapter where redevelopment will lead to an intensification of land use, whether commercial or residential redevelopment. The city is has completing completed a market analysis (Appendices B and C) to inform the proposed transit-oriented development zoning regulations. The market analysis included input from potential developers of the redevelopment areas. • Plan for the further development and intensification of existing and emerging job concentrations. Comment: In the land use chapter of the Plan, the city has identified redevelopment areas where land use intensification could occur. Many of these areas are currently zoned for commercial uses, and redevelopment could assist in business expansion. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 10 • Consider completing a community-based market analysis to better understand real estate needs for commercial and industrial land. Comment: As part of planning for the proposed extension of the Blue Line of the LRT, the city is has completing completed a market analysis to inform the redevelopment of the area around the proposed Bass Lake Road LRT station. • Consider addressing economic competitiveness in the local comprehensive plan. Comment: The market analysis note above addresses Crystal’s commercial strengths in attracting specific businesses. • Preserve sites for highway and rail-dependent manufacturing and freight transportation. Comment: Crystal is fully developed so this is not applicable. • Engage with businesses and other employers to ensure their input is provided to the local comprehensive plan. Comment: The city has engaged the businesses community in discussions relating to the proposed transit-oriented development overlay area noted in the land use chapter of the Plan. As the city continues to develop plans for these redevelopment areas, business stakeholders will continue to be solicited for their input on the plans. Policy 7: Promote sensitive land use and development patterns to achieve Minnesota’s adopted greenhouse gas emissions goal at the regional scale, and to develop local resiliency to the impacts of climate change. • Comment: The city is amending its land use ordinances to allow market-driven land use intensification within the redevelopment areas identified in the land use chapter of the plan and by allowing for higher residential densities generally. This intensification reduces dependence on the automobile. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 11 CHAPTER C: DEMOGRAPHIC BASELINE Crystal is a predominantly single family detached residential community. It is largely a product of the period immediately following World War II. As recently as 1945 the community was semi-rural with some scattered subdivisions, but by 1970 the transition to suburban development was essentially complete. After 1970 new housing occurred by infill of remaining vacant parcels or redevelopment of existing land uses (see Figure C-1). FIGURE C-1 CRYSTAL DEVELOPMENT HISTORY (HOUSING IN RED WAS BUILT DURING THE PERIOD) Crystal generally has some of the lowest cost suburban housing in the Twin Cities regional market. This is generally true for all housing types (single family, townhouse, apartments), for units of comparable size/features, and for units with similar occupancy status (ownership vs. rental) when compared to most other suburbs in the metropolitan region. Census 2010 showed Crystal having 9,634 housing units:  7,280 (75.6%) were single family detached homes.  263 (2.7%) were single family attached (such as townhouses).  236 (2.4%) were in buildings with 2-4 living units.  1,855 (19.2%) were in buildings with more than 5 living units. From April 1, 2010 through Dec. 31, 2017, the city has seen a net gain of 193 housing units:  63 single family detached homes.  130 in one apartment building (The Cavanagh). Therefore as of January 1, 2018, Crystal is estimated to have 9,823 housing units:  7,343 (74.7%) were single family detached (houses).  263 (2.7%) were single family attached (townhouses).  232 (2.4%) were in buildings with 2-4 units.  1,985 (20%) were in buildings with more than 5 units. Growth during the period 2010-2017 was due to the construction of single-family homes, including in- fill development, and the construction of a 130-unit apartment building. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 12 In terms of housing unit occupancy, Census 2010 indicated that Crystal had a 95.3% occupancy rate, with 9,183 occupied housing units. Of these, 6,847 (74.5%) were owner occupied and 2,336 (25.4%) were renter occupied. The state average was 73% owner/27% renter; the U.S. average was 65% owner/35% renter. In terms of population, Crystal’s peak census year was 1970. The decrease in the average number of persons per household (“Persons/HH” below) is the reason for the city’s population decline since 1970. This has been occurring in most fully developed communities. In Crystal’s case, these trends appear to be leveling out: Household size in the 2010 census was 2.39 persons per household – the same number as in the 2000 census. YEAR HOUSEHOLDS PERSONS/HH POPULATION 1950 1,591 3.59 5,713 1950 1,591 3.59 5,713 1960 5,922 4.10 24,280 1970 8,313 3.72 30,925 1980 8,994 2.84 25,543 1990 9,292 2.56 23,788 2000 9,389 2.39 22,848698 2010 9,183 2.39 22,151 TABLE C-1 CENSUS DATA SUMMARY CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 13 CHAPTER D: METROPOLITAN COUNCIL FORECASTS In 2017 Metropolitan Council forecast the change in population, households and employment for each planning jurisdiction in the region through 2040. Their forecasts for the region, each county, and each municipality in Hennepin County are summarized below (see Figure D-1). FIGURE D-1 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORKTHRIVE MSP 2040 FORECASTS CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 14 CHAPTER E: LAND USE The Land Use chapter’s main component is the 2040 planned land use map, which is the primary basis for the city’s zoning map. In this chapter actual land use in 2018 is contrasted with the 2040 planned land use map. LAND USE CATEGORIES • The following land use categories are shown on Tables E-1 and E-3 and Figures E-1 and E-4, which are the 2018 existing and 2040 planned land uses in Crystal. On Table E-1, the comparison of the 2010 land uses of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan is not an exact comparison to the 2018 existing land uses. This is due to redefining the institutional category for the 2040 plan, the classification of undeveloped parcels into an appropriate future land use, and the reclassification of the MAC nature area from the airport category to the park category. • Low Density Residential. Not less than 1 unit per acre nor more than 6 units per acre. (For new development, this plan assumes an average density of 5 units per acre). This category typically includes single and two-family dwellings. • Medium Density Residential. Not less than 6 units per acre nor more than 16 units per acre. (For new development, this plan assumes an average density of 12 units per acre). This category typically includes single and two-family dwellings, but also multi-family dwellings. • High Density Residential. Not less than 16 units per acre nor more than 40 units per acre. (For new development, this plan assumes an average density of 30 units per acre). This category typically includes multi-family dwellings. • Commercial. Retail, offices, restaurants, and some automobile-oriented businesses (on certain corridors designated in the city’s unified development code). • Industrial. Manufacturing, storage, and some automobile-oriented businesses (on certain corridors designated in the city’s unified development code). • Park. Includes both active and passive outdoor recreation. If these properties are redeveloped for other uses, then the properties would be planned for low residential development. • Institutional. This category includes churches, schools, cemeteries, and publicly-owned properties. If these properties are redeveloped for other uses, then the properties would be planned for low residential development. • Rail Corridor. Property owned by Canadian Pacific or Burlington Northern Santa Fe for their respective railroad tracks and related facilities. • Crystal Airport. Property owned by Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) for the operation of the Crystal Airport. In the event that any part of the airport is developed for non-aeronautical uses, a Comprehensive Plan Amendment would be required. • Roadway Right-of-Way. This category includes not only right-of-way dedicated by plat or easement, but also parcels used for right-of-way purposes. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 15 Within Urban Service Area Allowed Density Range Housing Units/Acre Land Area Existing (in acres and percentage of land use) Land Area Existing (in acres and percentage of land use) Minimum Maximum 2010 2018 Low Density Residential 1 6 1,767.64 (47.8%) 1786.93 (48.3%) Medium Density Residential 6 16 27.87 (.75%) 26.39 (.71%) High Density Residential 16 40 91.27 (2.5%) 96.51 (2.6%) Commercial 149.15 (4%) 149.65 (4.1%) Industrial 91.15 (2.5%) 98.48 (2.7%) Park 195.56 (5.3%) 246.50 (6.7%) Institutional/Undeveloped 238.19 (6.4%) N/A Institutional N/A 191.86 (5.2%) Rail Corridor 47.48 (1.3%) 46.89 (1.3%) Crystal Airport 334.46 (9.1%) 286.66 (7.8%) Roadway Right of Way 753.78 (20.4%) 767.13 (20.8%) TOTAL (all sewered; there are no unsewered areas in Crystal) 3,696.55 3,697 FIGURE TABLE E-1 2018 EXISTING LAND USE CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 16 FIGURE E-21 2018 EXISTING LAND USE MAP CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 17 RESOURCE PROTECTION ITEMS RELATED TO LAND USE Historic Sites. There are no properties in Crystal listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Hennepin County has identified 64 homes in Crystal built prior to 1919. All of these houses are currently in private ownership. The homeowners will necessarily make the decisions regarding preservation of these buildings. The city requires that buildings be maintained and provides incentives for home improvements. Solar Access Environmental Sustainability. The city has adopted the following policies to encourage environmental sustainability: 1. The city’s unified development code contains an explicit declaration allowing variances which are necessary for solar energy systems to have access to direct sunlight. 2. In 2018 the city also adopted a new zoning regulation that made it easier for property owners to install solar energy systems. 3. In 2014, the city began implementation of best practices as established by the Minnesota GreenStep Cities program. 4. The city participates in Xcel Energy’s Community Energy Reports program. The city does have solar resources, shown in Table E-2, available for alternative energy production, as calculated by the Metropolitan Council in 2017 based on exposure to sunlight. The gross solar generation potential and the gross solar rooftop generation potential are estimates of how much electricity could be generated using existing tehnology and assumptions on the efficiency of conversion. The values in the table are not intended to demonstrate the amount of solar likely to develop within Crystal. Instead the calculations estimate the potential resource before removing areas unsuitable for solar development or factors related to solar energy efficiency. Figure E-2, also from the Metropolitan Council, shows gross solar potential for Crystal. TABLE E-2 POTENTIAL SOLAR RESOURCES IN CRYSTAL CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 18 FIGURE E-2: CRYSTAL’S GROSS SOLAR POTENTIAL Aggregate Deposits. Information Circular #46 from the Minnesota Geological Survey indicates that there are no natural aggregate deposits in Crystal. REDEVELOPMENT This section identifies areas of the city, shown on the 2040 planned land map, where there is a CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 19 significant potential for redevelopment to occur. The city believes that there is strong potential for redevelopment to occur in any number of these areas due to natural market forces, the city’s desire to replace blighted or functionally obsolete land uses, or a combination of both. GENERAL REDEVELOPMENT GOALS There are areas of the city where redevelopment is likely to be considered at some point in the future. The identification of these areas does not mean that it is definite that redevelopment would occur within the time frame of this plan. Depending on the specific site characteristics and market forces at the time of redevelopment, the physical extent of redevelopment activities may be greater or less than the area shown in this plan. Key parcels have been identified that appear to be most likely to trigger redevelopment in each area, but they are not absolutely essential for redevelopment to occur in most of these areas. Areas not indicated as potential redevelopment areas in this plan are not precluded from being redeveloped. Many of the descriptions of the potential redevelopment areas indicate that the likely new use would be medium or high density residential. This is a function of the cost of redevelopment in that the new use must be of higher density for the project to be financially feasible. Each project would have to be examined on its own merits and with due consideration to the characteristics of the surrounding area and community input. Redevelopment projects may be completely privately financed, or receive some assistance from the city and its Economic Development Authority (EDA). Such assistance may take the form of tax increment financing, tax abatement, housing tax credits, grants from other units of government, or other funding sources. Each request for financial assistance will be evaluated in accordance with the policies and procedures governing each respective funding source. Due to a combination of market realities, financial constraints, limited eminent domain powers and community concerns about density, traffic, change in general and other issues, it would be unrealistic to expect that all of the areas described in this section will be redeveloped within the time frame of this plan. Instead, this plan should be viewed as a menu from which citizens, developers, the Planning Commission, the EDA and the City Council may compare and contrast various redevelopment opportunities within the city, and select the best project sites for redevelopment. Redevelopment projects may trigger, or be triggered by, adjacent public improvements such as roadway reconstruction, water and sewer upgrades, or streetscaping. In cases where near-term public improvements are being considered in a potential redevelopment area, but no redevelopment project is imminent, due consideration will be given to the impact of said improvements on the future redevelopment potential of the area. DESCRIPTIONS OF SPECIFIC POTENTIAL REDEVELOPMENT AREAS The following is a description of four potential redevelopment areas in Crystal as shown on the 2040 planned land use map (see Figure E-3). Areas A and C. These existing commercial areas may see redevelopment within the timeframe of this plan as a result of the planned extension of the Blue Line of the region’s light rail line (LRT) transit system. As discussed in more detail in chapter J of this plan, Metro Transit is planning a LRT station at the intersection of Bass Lake Road and Highway 81 (Bottineau Boulevard) in Crystal. In addition, a LRT station is planned at 42nd Avenue North and Bottineau Boulevard in downtown Robbinsdale, about one mile from area C. Both redevelopment areas are also accessed by Metro Transit bus routes. As of CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 20 the writing of this plan, the city is considering new development zoning regulations for areas A and C its proposed redevelopment areas. These regulations could include allowing a mix of commercial and residential uses, reduced parking ratios, and building placement guidelines. Although a small portion, approximately 31 acres, of the 63rd Avenue station area lies within Crystal a majority of the station area lies within Brooklyn Park. The City of Crystal did not participate in the creation of the 63rd Avenue station area plan. The 63rd station area within Crystal consists of a 13 acre city-owned community park and single-family homes, neither of which provides favorable redevelopment opportunities. As such, the portion of the 63rd station area within Crystal is not designated as a redevelopment area. A station area plan (Appendix A) for the Bass Lake Road LRT station was completed in 2016 to envision new land uses within ½ mile of the proposed station. This plan designated potential “opportunity sites” in what is proposed as area A that have redevelopment potential under the right set of circumstances. Decisions to participate in redevelopment would be made by individual property owners based on market opportunity. However since 2016 the city has undertaken projects to improve the public realm that were first described in the station area plan. These projects include a streetscape plan along Bass Lake Road between Highway 81 (Bottineau Boulevard) and West Broadway Avenue, and a redevelopment of Becker Park to transition the park from a sports facility use to a community gathering area with improved pedestrian connections to both the LRT station and the surrounding commercial area. It is hoped that improving the public realm in these ways will spur redevelopment in the station area. In 2018 a market analysis was completed for four of the five cities along the proposed 13-mile LRT corridor (Appendices B and C). A station area development assessment was completed that provided input from several developers on how LRT service may impact the various station areas. Developers stated that the strength of the Bass Lake Road station area is its abundance of retail, anchored by the recently renovated Crystal Shopping Center. The demographic make up and condition of some properties were seen as challenges. This plan proposes to offset these challenges by making improvements to the public realm as described above. Area B. This site is the Former Canadian Pacific Railway (CPRR) property west of Douglas Drive and north of the CPRR tracks and contains existing commercial uses adjacent to a single-family residential neighborhood. The zoning of the site no longer allows new commercial uses, but the existing uses may continue in their present form. The following are considerations for re-use, expansion or redevelopment of this area. 1. Any expansion of existing uses or redevelopment of the property shall be compatible with adjacent residential land uses, including but not limited to issues of traffic, parking, noise, hours of operation, buffering, screening, impervious coverage, building size, form and materials. Uses that are considered incompatible with the adjacent area are those that are customer-intensive commercial uses such as retail or medical office, and auto-related businesses, such as vehicle wash, sales or repair. 2. The site development standards in the city’s unified development code shall be applicable to any re-use, expansion or redevelopment of the site. However, no building’s height shall exceed any of the following: 3 stories, 40 feet, or the building’s setback from the east, west or north boundaries of the property. 3. Vehicular access shall be primarily from Douglas Drive and access from Idaho Avenue shall be minimized. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 21 Area D. This area mostly contains a mix of smaller commercial uses and vacant parcels, adjacent to low density residential. There is some potential for redevelopment along the east side of Douglas Drive, but it would be challenging due to topographic conditions and a need to acquire some houses to assemble an optimally sized site. Redevelopment of the west side, along the unimproved Edgewood Avenue north of 34th Avenue, is mainly limited by fragmented property ownership but otherwise appears to be a good candidate for infill development. The city is considering new development zoning regulations for area D. These regulations could include allowing a mix of commercial and residential uses, reduced parking ratios, and building placement guidelines. LAND USE CHANGES TO ACCOMMODATE DEVELOPMENT BY 2040 It is expected that redevelopment of some existing land uses will occur in addition to the land use changes anticipated on the 2040 map (see Figure E-3). Redevelopment will be driven by market forces, owners’ willingness to sell, and input from the community on specific land use proposals. In 2010, the city had 9,183 households and is projected to grow to 9,700 households by 2040. This represents a growth of 517 households during this 30 year period. Table E-3 provides a scenario under which housing units could be constructed to meet the needs of this projected population increase. Some of the projected population growth can be accommodated by accessory dwelling units. In 2018 the city revised its zoning code regulations to allow more property owners to construct this type of residential living space. LAND USE IMPLEMENTATION ITEMS The official controls for Crystal is its Unified Development Code (UDC), which are the zoning and subdivision regulations for the city. In 2018 the City Council approved a complete update to the UDC, which is found in Appendix D, along with the city’s Official Zoning Map. The 2018 update included regulations to allow more dwelling units in the city, such as new regulations for accessory dwelling units and reduced lot size requirements. In 2019 the City Council is expected to consider additional UDC amendments to create new regulations governing the redevelopment areas described in this chapter. These proposed changes would allow a mix of residential and commercial uses, reduced parking ratios, alternative building placement, and higher densities. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 22 FIGURE E-3 2040 PLANNED LAND USE MAP CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 23 Number of Housing Units Time period Description of growth 193 April 1, 2010 to December 31, 2017 Net gain of units during this period based on building permits issued. 20 January 1, 2018 to April 1, 2020 Number of single-family homes anticipated based on historic trends and available lots. 97 Present to 2040 Number of accessory dwelling units that could be constructed based on a conservative estimate that 1% of homes would add such a unit by 2040. +207 Present to 2040 The city has identified four redevelopment areas in the 2040 plan, totaling 276 acres. While it is impossible to predict which sites within those 276 acres will redevelop by 2040, the household forecast would be met with redevelopment of less than 10 13 acres by 2040. TABLE E-3 HOUSING UNIT GROWTH TO MEET METROPOLITAN COUNCIL’S PROJECTIONS CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 24 TABLE E-4 2040 PLANNED LAND USE CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 25 CHAPTER F: HOUSING The housing chapter describes the current housing types found in the city and forecasts changes in the number of housing units and population for the planning period through 2040. It also contains the city’s goals and policies related to housing preservation and new development. EXISTING HOUSING CONDITIONS As described in chapter E, the city has three classifications for residential development: Low Density Residential. Up toA minimumum of 6 1 units per acre. (For new development, this plan assumes an average density of 5 units per acre.) Medium Density Residential. Up toA minimum of 16 units per acre. (For new development, this plan assumes an average density of 12 units per acre.) High Density Residential. Up toA minimum of 40 16 units per acre. (For new development, this plan assumes an average density of 30 units per acre.) In 2016 Metropolitan Council conducted an existing housing assessment for Crystal. The following are those findings, based on total housing units of 9,763 and total households of 9,461: Affordability 295 units affordable to households with income at or below 30% of Average Medium Income (AMI) 2,261 units affordable to households with income 31% to 50% of (AMI) 6,624 units affordable to households with income 51% to 80% of (AMI). Figure F-1 is a map identifying estimated market value for Crystal homes in 2018. Those homes at or below $243,500 are affordable for a household earning 80% AMI. Owner-Occupied versus rental units Owner-occupied: 6,866 units (70%) Rental units: 2,897 units (30%) Publicy subsidized units: 215 units Cost-burdened households: Income at or below 30% of AMI: 790 Income 31 to 50% of AMI: 687 Income 51 to 80% of AMI: 733 HOUSING NEEDS One of the most important goals needs is to preserve the bulk of the city’s existing, relatively affordable housing stock while encouraging development of additional housing to meet needs not addressed by the city’s existing housing stock. In 2018 a housing gaps analysis (Appendix E) was completed for four of the five cities along the proposed 13-mile corridor for the extension of the Blue Line of the light rail transit (LRT) system. The extension of the LRT transit service is described in more detail in chapter J. The first part of the report provided CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 26 FIGURE F-1 ROADWAY JURISDICTION 2018 ESTIMATED HOUSING MARKET VALUES MAP CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 27 information about existing conditions about the corridor, including the types of existing housing and demographic characteristics. Other sections of the report include interviews with real estate professional and community stakeholders to determine the future housing needs along the corridor. For the proposed LRT Bass Lake Road station in Crystal, a future housing demand of 400-600 units was identified in the report. This housing would be primarily multifamily in the form of rental apartments, senior housing, and multifamily condominiums. With several potential redevelopment sites within the ½ mile radius of the station, the station area could accommodate most of Crystal’s projected household growth through 2040, and meet the city’s goal of a minimum of 25 dwelling units per acre within the proposed Bass Lake Road station area. TOOLS TO ADDRESS HOUSING NEEDS The following are several tools that city has used to address housing needs within the community: 1.Economic Development Authority (EDA). The City has an established EDA that functions to address housing needs in two capacities. First, through its lot sale program in which structurally substandard or functionally obsolete homes are purchased, the building demolished, and the lot sold for the construction of a new home. Second, the EDA provides home improvement assistance to residents to maintain and improve their homes. 2.Metropolitan Livable Community Act (LCA). The city participates in the livable communities program which is administered by the Metropolitan Council. 3.Tax Increment Financing. 4.Zoning and subdivision ordinances. In 2018 the City Council adopted ordinances to reduce lot sizes and to allow accessory dwelling units, both of which provide options for creating new and affordable housing. 5.Rental licensing and inspection programs. The following additional tools are available to address housing needs. The city may use some or all of these tools, dependent upon a specific development project: 1.Housing bonds 2.Tax abatement 2.3. Programs administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): a.HOME Investment Partnerships b.Project Based Rental Assistance c.Low Income Housing Tax Credits 4.Community Development Block Grant Funds (CDBG) 5.Affordable Housing Incentive Fund (AHIF) administered by Hennepin County 6.Land Bank Twin Cities and community land trusts 7.Consolidated Request for Proposals coordinated by the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency 8.Providing affordable housing resources and referrals to existing or future residents including first time homebuyer, down payment assistance and foreclosure prevention programs 9.Housing Improvement Areas (Minnesota State Statutes, sections 428A.11 to 428A.21) 10.Participation in housing-related organizations, partnerships and initiatives CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 28 HOUSING POLICIES 1.Preserve most of the city’s existing single family detached houses. About 75% of the city’s housing units are detached single family houses, and these are relatively affordable when compared to houses in other suburbs in the Twin Cities metropolitan region. The vast majority of the city’s existing houses will remain, so making preservation is critically important. Preservation activities may include not only repairs and maintenance but also major renovations and additions that significantly transform and update an existing house. 2.Preserve most of the city’s other housing types, such as townhouses, duplexes and apartments, and also seek opportunities to eliminate blighted, structurally substandard or functionally obsolete properties. 3.Increase the availability of new housing of the type currently underrepresented in Crystal’s housing stock, such as move-up single family houses, multi-family apartments, and senior independent living rental or co-op units. This goal policy recognizes that redevelopment will be controlled and limited by market demand, physical constraints, financial and political realities, and a limited legal environment for the use of eminent domain. 4.Metropolitan Council has established the city’s share of the region’s needed additional affordable housing for 2021-2030 as 25 units. The following is a breakdown of the number of these units by area median income (AMI): At or below 30% of AMI – 14 units From 31-50% of AMI - 1 unit From 51-80% of AMI – 10 units The city expects to meet this need with construction of additional higher densitymulti-family housing, accessory dwelling units at existing homes, or a combination of both. HOUSING IMPLEMENTATION ITEMS 1.Continue participation in the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act, including compliance with the 1995 housing goals agreement. Crystal is already meeting the goals contained within that agreement. 2.Use regulatory tools to protect life and property, and to preserve the existing housing stock. Crystal is currently using the following regulatory tools: Rental licensing and inspections program. General code enforcement activities to promote community maintenance and upkeep including enforcement actions necessary to gain compliance with city code. Continue incentives for preservation of the of the city’s existing single family detached houses. Specific city-funded programs limited to households below 110% of area median income to be used include: Center for Energy and the Environment which provides technical and financial assistance related to home improvements. Crystal grant program which provides grants for 20% of eligible home improvement costs. The Crystal Grant Program and theCommunity Fix-Up Fund Interest Subsidy Program are designed to supplement existing loan programs available from the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency, private lenders and other sources. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 29 Both programs are administered by the Center for Energy and the Environment, which also provides technical assistance. 4.Acquire blighted, structurally substandard and functionally obsolete residential property for demolition and replacement with new houses in accordance with the city’s Economic Development Authority’s (EDA) on-going program, budget parameters and market conditions. 5.Work with developers to incorporate the construction of new housing consistent with the city’s housing goals into redevelopment projects as appropriate for the redevelopment site. Through this policy, the city intends to achieve its goal meet the need for development of at least 25 new affordable units, and 25 dwelling units per acre within the proposed Bass Lake Road station area, as well as meeting new housing needs based on demographic projections. It is likely that such development would occur in one or more of the potential redevelopment areas identified in Chapter E. Based on the assumed average density of 30 units/acre described at the beginning of this chapter, the affordable housing need could be accommodated on one or two potential redevelopment sites totaling less than 10 acres. The city will continue to work with developers to find appropriate sites for such housing as market conditions dictate. 6.As roadway congestion continues to increase, promote Crystal’s locational advantage as a first ring suburban community, including its relative proximity to employment concentrations, activity centers and regional attractions. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 30 CHAPTER G: ROADWAY JURISDICTION This chapter focuses on the question of which government entity is responsible for each roadway, and identifies anticipated changes to roadway jurisdiction. The following acronyms are used throughout this chapter and throughout this Comprehensive Plan: Municipal State Aid (MSA). A roadway that the city has identified as having significant importance to the overall transportation network. The roadway must meet certain state requirements on design and the city is eligible to spend its allocation of state aid funding on maintenance and reconstruction of that road segment. County State Aid Highway (CSAH). Like MSA streets, but owned, managed and maintained by Hennepin County. Trunk Highway (TH). Owned, managed and maintained by the Minnesota Department of Transportation (“MnDOT”). JURISDICTION OF CITY ROADWAYS The following is a description of the roadways that are under the jurisdiction of either Hennepin County or MnDOT (see Figure G-1). 1.CSAH 8 (West Broadway Ave.) was originally called Territorial Road and was the main route northwest from Minneapolis. In the 1940s its role as a trunk highway was supplanted by what is now CSAH 81. 2.CSAH 9 (42nd Ave. /Rockford Rd.) was a trunk highway (TH 55) until that designation was shifted to Olson Memorial Highway in the 1950s. 3.CSAH 10 (56th Ave./Bass Lake Road) has always been a county road. 4.CSAH 81 (Bottineau Boulevard) was a trunk highway (TH 52 then TH 169) until approximately 30 years ago, when MnDOT turned it over to Hennepin County as part of an exchange for the current alignment of TH 169. 5.CSAH 70 (27th Ave./Medicine Lake Road), CSAH 102 (Douglas Dr.) and CSAH 156 (Winnetka Ave.) are section line roads, meaning that they follow the “square mile” survey lines established under the township-range survey system used throughout most of the U.S. 6.TH 100 was built in the 1930s and 1940s as Minneapolis’ first beltway. The segments through and adjacent to Crystal were reconstructed to modern freeway standards in the early 2000s. ROADWAY JURISDICTION POLICIES The city is in the process of adopting a roadway jurisdictional transfer policy. Hennepin County has in the past expressed their interest in eliminating CSAH 8 from their road system by turning it over to the city. The city would accept responsibility for this roadway only after it is reconstructed to the city’s urban standards with municipal consent or the county provides the city with the funds to accomplish same. The city is unsure whether the segment north of CSAH 10 (56th/Bass Lake Rd) is a good candidate for turnback and would not consider such a change without further study and consultation with the cities of New Hope and Brooklyn Park. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 31 FREIGHT There City does not have are not any barge, truck/intermodal freight terminals in the CityCrystal. Canadian Pacific and Union Pacific do have railways through the Ccity. The large commercial area located at West Broadway Avenue and 56th Avenue North (Bass Lake Road) downtown Crystal area is the largest commercial area in the City and is well served by Hennepin County highwaysroadways. There are no known issues for good movements through the Cityin Crystal on the Ccity’s State Aid Municipal system. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 32 FIGURE G-1 ROADWAY JURISDICTION MAP CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 33 CHAPTER H: ROADWAY FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATIONS This chapter describes how each roadway fits into the regional transportation system and hierarchy of different types of roadways. It also considers specific changes to roadway configurations including increasing or reducing the number of lanes on some arterial or major collector roadways. The following terms are used frequently throughout this chapter: Principal arterial. In the metropolitan area principal arterials are typically trunk highways owned by the Minnesota Department of Transportation (“MnDOT”). Most are freeways, which have controlled access with grade-separated interchanges, or expressways, which have limited access with at-grade, signalized intersections at major cross streets. Principal arterials tend to favor maximum mobility to promote traffic flow and minimal access points. Minor arterial. These roadways are generally county roadways balancing mobility and access. Older minor arterials typically favor access more than more recently constructed minor arterials. Major collector. These roadways are typically city streets but also include some county facilities. Major collectors slightly favor access over mobility. Minor collector. These roadway are city streets that typically have been designated as Municipal State Aid (“MSA”) routes. They favor access over mobility. Other local streets. These roadways represent the majority of mileage in the city’s roadway system. They also favor access over mobility. CLASSIFICATION OF CITY ROADWAYS Functional classification designations help identify which routes are most worthy of federal funding, guide local decisions regarding mobility versus access, and in developing areas identify needs for right- of-way preservation and land use regulation for future routes. These designations are based on parameters established by Metropolitan Council. This comprehensive plan established the following functional classifications (see Figure H-1): TH 100 is a principal arterial. The following routes are minor arterials: -Part of CSAH 8 (West Broadway Avenue) from Douglas Drive to 56th Ave. -CSAH 9 (42nd Ave.) -CSAH 10 (56th Avenue/Bass Lake Road) -CSAH 70 (Medicine Lake Road) -CSAH 81 (Bottineau Boulevard) -CSAH 102 (Douglas Drive south of West Broadway) -CSAH 156 (Winnetka Avenue from 30th Avenue to 39th Avenue) The following routes are major collectors: -CSAH 8 (West Broadway) north of 56th Avenue -CSAH 8 (West Broadway) south of Douglas Drive -36th Avenue The following routes are minor collectors: -32nd Ave. from Welcome Ave. to New Hope border. -34th Ave. from Welcome Ave. to Hampshire Ave. -38th Ave. from Welcome Ave. to Hampshire Ave. -47th Ave. from Welcome Ave. to Louisiana Ave. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 34 -47th Ave. from CSAH 81 (Bottineau Blvd) to CSAH 8 (W. Broadway). -Fairview Ave. west of CSAH 102 (Douglas Drive) to New Hope. -Corvallis Ave. from CSAH 8 (West Broadway) to CSAH 81 (Bottineau Boulevard). -54th Ave. from CSAH 8 (West Broadway ) to Nevada Ave. -55th Ave. from Douglas Drive to Sherburne Ave. -Wilshire Boulevard from Regent Ave. to CSAH 81 (Bottineau Blvd). -58th Ave. from CSAH 10 (Orchard Ave.) to Regent Ave. -58th Ave. from Elmhurst Ave. to Sumter Ave. -Winnetka Ave. from 58th Ave. to 60th Ave. -Sumter Ave. from 58th Ave. to CSAH 10. -Nevada Ave. from CSAH 10 to 54th Ave. -Sherburne Ave. from CSAH 10 to 55th Ave. -Douglas Dr. from 55th Ave. to CSAH 8. -Regent Ave. from 58th Ave. to Wilshire Blvd. -Welcome Ave. from 42nd Ave. to 46th Ave. and 47th Ave. to CSAH 8 -Noble Ave. -Hampshire Ave. from 38th Ave. to 47th Ave. -Hampshire Ave. from CSAH 70 (Medicine Lake Road) to 36th Ave. -Adair Ave. from 36th Ave. to 47th Ave. -Louisiana Ave. from CSAH 9 (42nd Ave.) to Fairview Ave. -Xenia Ave. from 46th Ave. from 46th to 47th Ave. -46th Ave. from Welcome Ave. to Xenia Ave. ●Forecasted 2040 traffic volumes for principal and minor arterials were developed by Hennepin County in 2016 for its 2040 Transportation Systems Plan. The city accepts and incorporates these annual average daily traffic (AADT) forecasts into this plan and they are as shown in italics in Figure H-1. ●The city has allocated the 2040 employment, housing and population forecasts from Chapter D to specific Traffic Analysis Zones (TAZ) based on reasonable expectations for infill development and redevelopment consistent with Chapter E (see Figures H-2 and H-3). A traffic analysis zone is a unit of geography used in transportation planning models. The TAZ used in this plan was determined by the Metropolitan Council. ●All existing Pprincipal and A-minor arteral roadways are owned and operatedmaintained by either the Minnesota Department of Transportation or Hennepin County. Information on the existing number of lanes and future number of lanes is available through their Comprehensive Planning documents. Additionally, heavy commercial traffic volumes is available from the respective jurisdictions. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 35 FIGURE H-1 CRYSTAL ROADWAY FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATIONS NOTE: There are technical errors with this map. These will be corrected for the Dec. 18th meeting CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 36 FIGURE H-2 TRAFFIC ANALYSIS ZONES CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 37 FIGURE H-3 2040 METROPOLITAN FORECASTS BY TRAFFIC ANALYSIS ZONES (TAZ). Unless noted otherwise, numbers are positive. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 38 ROADWAY FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION POLICIES The following are the city’s policies relating to roadway functional classification. 1. MSA routes except 36th Avenue are classified as “minor collectors.” 2. No new roadways should be constructed with more than one travel lane in each direction unless they also have a center left turn lane or, preferably, a median with left turn lanes. 3. Streetscape improvements should be used to enhance the visual appeal of the community for visitors and residents alike. Enhanced streetscaping, while taking into consideration maintenance needs and costs, should be a consideration for any major new roadway construction or existing roadway reconstruction project. Also, such improvements may be implemented along existing roadways where reconstruction is not anticipated for some time, provided that the streetscaping will not substantially conflict with anticipated long term improvements for the roadway or have significant maintenance requirements or cost implications. 4. The city will work with Hennepin County in applying its access management guidelines (from its 2040 Transportation Systems Plan) to any areas of new development or significant redevelopment in the city where such areas abut a minor arterial roadway. MnDOT Access Management Guidelines are not applicable because the only principal arterial roadway in the city, Trunk Highway 100, is a freeway with no direct access except at the 36th Avenue interchange. ROADWAY FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION IMPLEMENTATION ITEMS The following are the city’s implementation strategies relation to roadway functional classifications. 1. Continue to monitor and evaluate the road network system to align traffic demands on the system with the design, maintenance, and operation of the roadway system. 2. Hennepin County has in the past expressed their interest in eliminating CSAH 8 from their road system by turning it over to the city. The city would accept responsibility for this roadway only after it is reconstructed to the city’s urban standards with municipal consent or the county provides the city with the funds to accomplish same. The city is unsure whether the segment north of CSAH 10 (56th/Bass Lake Rd) is a good candidate for turnback and would not consider such a change without further study and consultation with the cities of New Hope and Brooklyn Park. 3. Consider specific streetscape improvements along existing roadways that are not likely to be subject to major roadway improvements, such as full reconstruction and/or widening, for the foreseeable future. Take maintenance expectations and costs into consideration when evaluating any potential improvements. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 39 CHAPTER I: NON-MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION This chapter addresses the need for facilities to accommodate pedestrian and bicycle travel. The following terms are used frequently throughout this chapter:  Sidewalk - A facility primarily for pedestrians, and typically (but not always) constructed of concrete. Sidewalks may be placed directly behind the curb or may be separated from the roadway by a boulevard area.  Multi-Use Path trail - A facility for both pedestrians and bicyclists, and typically (but not always) constructed of bituminous pavement. Multi-use paths trails may be placed in the same manner as sidewalks or substantially further separated from the roadway; for example, paths trails are sometimes located in separate right-of-way or in a public park.  Bike Lane - A facility primarily for bicyclists. Bike lanes may be shared as a roadway shoulder (“breakdown lane”). The city of Crystal does not currently have any dedicated bike lanes, although these can be found on some county roads. BACKGROUND Most of Crystal was developed in an era when little thought was given to long-term planning in general and non-motorized transportation facilities in particular. This means that the city’s natural, obvious potential routes typically along lowlands, lakefronts, and creeksides were mostly platted and developed many decades ago. Today Crystal has limited opportunities to create a system of facilities for non-motorized transportation. In addition, the city’s resources are limited and the city will not have the sort of complete, interconnected system found in many of the more recently developed suburbs. An existing and proposed sidewalk and trail plan is Figure I-1. This figure includes regional trails under the jurisdiction of the Three Rivers Park District as well as the planned and existing facilities proposed for the Regional Bicycle Transportation Network (RBTN) by the Metropolitan Council. In some cases, trails may be under multiple jurisdisdictions. For example, Hennepin County may provide the right-of-way for a trail, but the trail itself is constructed and maintained by Three Rivers Park District. NON-MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION POLICIES 1. Due to the city’s limited resources, a culture should be created that the city’s streets are an important part of its non-motorized transportation system. Not only would the do streets to connect people to the places they want to go, but they also as a gathering space for neighborhood bonding. 2. Take advantage of low-cost opportunities to improve and publicize existing non-motorized transportation opportunities. Examples include designating striped shoulders or parking lanes as bike lanes and adoption of an official sidewalk, path trail and bike lane map. 3. In some areas where a multi-use path trail is desired, it may be more practical to utilize a combination of a sidewalk and a bike lane. 4. Explore the potential to create additional non-motorized transportation opportunities in those areas where the lay of the land has prevented standard suburban development and some remnants of the pre-development landscape remain. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 40 NON-MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION IMPLEMENTATION ITEMS 1. Adopt an official sidewalk and trail map showing existing and proposed facilities. 2. Consider options for improving safety at the marked pedestrian crosswalk on CSAH 102 (Douglas Drive) at Fairview Avenue near the Crystal Community Center / pool complex. 3. Where feasible, Roadways roadways with existing striped shoulders or parking lanes on both sides of the street could be designated as bike lanes where feasible. These existing segments are as follows:  CSAH 10 (56th Avenue a.k.a. Bass Lake Road) east of Yates Avenue.  Noble Avenue south of 36th Avenue.  32nd Avenue from Nevada Avenue to Winnetka Avenue.  Louisiana Avenue from CSAH 70 (27th Avenue a.k.a. Medicine Lake Rd) to 32ndAvenue.  CSAH 70 (27th Avenue a.k.a. Medicine Lake Road) west of CSAH 102 (Douglas Drive). 4. As additional roadways are re-striped or reconstructed with shoulders or parking lanes on both sides of the street, they too could be designated as bike lanes where feasible. These potential segments include but are not limited to the following:  West Broadway north of 57th Avenue (reconstruction).  West Broadway south of Fairview Avenue (reconstruction).  36th Avenue west of CSAH 102 (Douglas Drive)  36th Avenue east of Regent Avenue 5. Study the feasibility of a ped/bike bridge in the general vicinity of CSAH 81 (Bottineau Boulevard) and CSAH 10 (56th Avenue / Bass Lake Road). CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 41 FIGURE I-1 EXISTING AND PLANNED SIDEWALKS AND TRAILS CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 42 CHAPTER J: PUBLIC TRANSIT This chapter discusses Metro Transit’s current service in Crystal and the potential to extend the Blue Line of the metropolitan area light rail system (LRT) from downtown Minneapolis through Crystal to end in Brooklyn Park. This regional transit route would pass through Crystal generally parallel to CSAH 81 (Bottineau Boulevard), and includes a station in the vicinity of CSAH 10 (56th Ave. a.k.a. Bass Lake Road). Figure J-1 shows the current public transit system in Crystal, with the proposed extension of the Blue Line LRT. BACKGROUND Crystal is served by Metro Transit, an arm of the Metropolitan Council. Therefore route locations and frequency and type of service are determined by another government agency beyond the city’s control. Crystal has been identified by Metro Transit as being located in Transit Market Area III, which is described as having: “…moderate density but tends to have a less traditional street grid that can limit the effectiveness of transit. It is typically urban with large portions of suburban and suburban edge communities. Transit service in this area is primarily commuter express bus service with some fixed-route local service providing basic coverage. General public dial-a-ride services are available where fixed- route is not viable.” The following Metro Transit bus routes currently serve Crystal:  14: follows 36th and Douglas in Crystal; connects to the Robbinsdale transit center (Hubbard Marketplace) and serves Honeywell in Golden Valley as well as downtown Minneapolis via West Broadway.  705: Follows Winnetka Avenue intermittently through Crystal; connects to the Starlite transit center in Brooklyn Park and the Louisiana Avenue transit center in St. Louis Park.  716: Follows Douglas Drive and West Broadway in Crystal; connects to the Robbinsdale transit center and serves the 63rd Avenue & Bottineau Boulevard park- n-ride facility as well as the Zane Avenue corridor in Brooklyn Park.  717: Follows 42nd Avenue through Crystal; connects to Cub Foods at Nathan Lane in Plymouth and the Robbinsdale transit center (Hubbard Marketplace).  721: Follows 56th Avenue North (Bass Lake Road) in Crystal; connects to the Brooklyn Center transit center (Brookdale) and serves Hennepin Technical College in Brooklyn Park.  755: Follows Winnetka Avenue in Crystal with a limited service loop to Nevada Avenue; serves New Hope as well as downtown Minneapolis via Golden Valley and TH 55.  758: Follows Douglas Drive and West Broadway and a short segment of Noble Avenue in Crystal; connects to the Robbinsdale transit center (Hubbard Marketplace) and serves Honeywell in Golden Valley.  764: Similar to 715, except that instead of connecting to the Robbinsdale transit center (Hubbard Marketplace), it provides express service to downtown Minneapolis via TH 100 and I-394.  767: Follows 56th Avenue (Bass Lake Road) and West Broadway on its way from New Hope to the 63rd Avenue & Bottineau Boulevard park-n-ride facility and express service from there to downtown Minneapolis via I-94. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 43 Metro Mobility also operates a non-fixed route within the twin cities metropolitan area, including Crystal. Transit Link dial-a-ride service is available in Crystal, but there are not any transit hubs in Crystal connecting to regular bus routes. Outside of the exisiting bus routes through the City,In addition to the bus service in Crystal, Tthe potential extension of the Blue Line LRT would pass through Crystal on an alignment parallel to CSAH 81 (Bottineau Boulevard) and the BNSF railroad. This facility is indicated in Metropolitan Council’s 2040 Transportation Policy Plan and is a 13-mile route with eleven proposed stations (see Figure J-1). In early 2018 engineering plans were completed to represent 90% design for this LRT project. Construction of the proposed line is expected to begin in 20192020, with service starting in 20222024. A station area plan was completed in 2016 for the Bass Lake Road LRT station (see chapter E for more information about this planning effort). CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 44 FIGURE J-1 EXISTING PUBLIC TRANSIT ROUTES, WITH PROPOSED BLUE LINE LRT EXTENSION CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 45 PUBLIC TRANSIT POLICIES 1. Because the city does not have the resources or authority to operate its own public transit service, and is dependent on a regional agency (Metro Transit) for that service, there is little for the city to do in terms of policy regarding the bus route system. 2. It is the policy of the city to assist Metro Transit in the development of the Blue Line Extension LRT project. The city’s assistance will take the form of staff participation in design and related work but not direct financial participation. PUBLIC TRANSIT IMPLEMENTATION ITEMS 1. Monitor and, as needed, participate in any Metro Transit consideration of modifying, expanding or eliminating transit service to the city. 2. Exercise the city’s land use authority and any applicable municipal consent powers regarding any such changes in service or new facilities proposed by Metro Transit. 3. Continue to assist with the development of the Blue Line Extension LRT project. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 46 CHAPTER K: AVIATION This chapter addresses the role of the Crystal Airport in the regional aviation system and describes the city’s policies for accommodating the continued operation of the facility by the Metropolitan Airports Commission. BACKGROUND Crystal Airport (airport identifier “MIC”) is owned and operated by the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC), a state agency. The airport also operates five other reliever airports and Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. MAC’s other five reliever airports are:  St. Paul Downtown in the city of St. Paul (airport identifier “STP”)  Flying Cloud in the city of Eden Prairie (airport identifier “FCM”)  Anoka County in the city of Blaine (airport identifier “ANE”)  Airlake in the city of Lakeville (airport identifier “LVN”)  Lake Elmo in central Washington County (airport identifier “21D”) MAC classifies Crystal, Airlake and Lake Elmo as minor relievers which mainly serve personal aviation. MAC classifies its other three reliever airports, St. Paul Downtown, Flying Cloud and Anoka County, as primary relievers which mainly serve corporate and business aviation. Total annual operations for MAC-operated reliever airports for the past several years are found in Figure K-1. MAC’s Crystal Airport occupies property is approximately 436 acres, of which 336 are within Crystal, 80 within Brooklyn Park and 20 within Brooklyn Center. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 47 FIGURE K-1 TOTAL ANNUAL OPERATIONS AT MAC-OPERATED RELIEVER AIRPORTS CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 48 Crystal Airport was established in the 1940s, immediately prior to development of the surrounding residential areas. The airport was subsequently expanded with longer runways, additional runways and larger taxiways and hangar areas. These expansions occurred after the surrounding neighborhoods had been developed. The state subsequently adopted regulations defining safety zones and limiting or even precluding certain land uses in each zone. These regulations were adopted by the city in its 1983 Airport Zoning Ordinance. In Safety Zone A, nearly all development, including not only houses but also roads, is prohibited. At this time, within the city of Crystal there are 114 single family houses and 14 multi- family dwelling units in Safety Zone A, in addition to many local streets and two minor arterial roads (CSAH 81 and 10). In Safety Zone B, houses are only permitted in an ultra-low-density, rural residential setting. At this time, within the city of Crystal there are 144 single family houses and 2 multi-family dwelling units in Safety Zone B. Because these areas were fully developed prior to the state’s creation of airport safety zones, they are allowed to remain as previously developed neighborhoods and new structures may be built to replace existing structures. In 2017 MAC adopted the 2035 Long-Term Comprehensive Plan (LTCP) for the Crystal Airport that would continue operation of the facility. However, the following are two of the more significant changes to the airport proposed by MAC in the LTCP (a summary of the changes is found on Figure K-2):  Convert portions of the existing paved blast pads on Runway 14L-32R to usable runway. This increases the published runway length from 3,267’ to 3,750’ and shifts this entire runway approximately 115’ to the northwest which will locate all of the runway protection zones (RPZs) on MAC property rather than on private residential property. The 65 DNL (Day-Night Sound Level) noise contour associated with the refined preferred alternative contains four net new residential parcels when compared to the original preferred alternative. However when compared to the baseline (existing) condition, there is only one net new residential parcel in the 65 DNL noise contour (see Figure K-3). The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) only requires noise mitigation for the 65 DNL contour.  Retain a portion of the existing turf runway and operate it in a manner that will reduce runway crossing points, airfield complexity and incursion potential while preserving turf operational capabilities. Starting in 2018, MAC will complete a more detailed noise analysis as part of the environmental review required to implement the LTCP. One of the goals of MAC’s LTCP is to allow some small parts of the airport to be used for non-aeronautical, revenue-generating business property. Such use would require City Council approval in the form of an amendment to the city’s Comprehensive Plan, revisions to the zoning map and possibly a conditional use permit depending on the specific use proposed. Figure K-4 is found in the LTCP and is a comparison of the proposed airport changes in relation to Crystal’s 2030 Comprehensive Plan. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 49 FIGURE K-2 FINAL PREFERRED ALTERNATIVE OVERVIEW FROM MAC’S 2035 LONG-TERM COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 50 FIGURE K-3 FINAL PREFERRED ALTERNATIVE DNL NOISE CONTOURS FROM 2035 MAC’S LONG- TERM COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 51 FIGURE K-4 FINAL PREFFERRED ALTERNATIVE IN MAC’S 2035 LONG-TERM COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMPARED TO CRYSTAL’S 2030 PLANNED LAND USE CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 52 AVIATION POLICIES 1. Notify the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in accordance with CFR - Part 77, using the FAA Form 7460-1 "Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration”. This requirement is currently located in Crystal’s unified development code. 2. Continue to protect airspace in accordance with the 1983 Joint Airport Zoning Ordinance, as amended. 3. If MAC proposes non-aeronautical uses on part of the airport site, the city will consider such Comprehensive Plan amendments, zoning map revisions and conditional use permits in accordance with the city’s normal exercise of its land use authority for such uses. AVIATION IMPLEMENTATION ITEMS 1. Continue to assist MAC in the implementation of the preferred alternatives in the 2035 Long Term Comprehensive Plan. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 53 CHAPTER L: PARKS AND OPEN SPACE The city of Crystal went through a year-long park system master planning process that resulted in the approval of a Park System Master Plan by the City Council in 2017 (see Appendix F). As a fully- developed city, there is very little property that can be dedicated for new parks. Therefore the Park Plan proposes to re-imagine the existing parks to meet the changing needs of Crystal’s residents. Elements of the Park Plan document are incorporated into this chapter, but a more thorough discussion of park related topics can be found in that document. This chapter describes the existing parks and trails system , and provides goals and policies necessary to achieve the planned system of parks and trails in the city. EXISTING PARKS AND TRAIL SYSTEM The Crystal park system consists of 27 individual park units (see Figure L-1). Individually, each park provides certain features that serve a niche within the overall system plan. Collectively, the parks provide a comprehensive set of facilities and amenities to serve the local population. The Park System Plan categorized all parks into four classifications. Each park classification serves a particular purpose in meeting local needs. Although some flexibility is warranted, classifying parks is necessary to ensure a well-balanced system that effectively and efficiently meets the needs of residents and recreational programs for the city. The four classifications are as follows: CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 54 FIGURE L-1: CRYSTAL’S EXISTING PARK SYSTEM CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 55 NATURAL AREAS / PASSIVE PARKS Passive park spaces provide relief in developed areas through the incorporation of nature-based elements. These parks vary in size and may be located in wetlands, floodplains, and an assortment of outlots left as open space. Specific examples may include but are not limited toThese natural areas may include the following amenities:  Trails  Boardwalks  Benches  Education opportunities such as interpretative signage  Community gardens  Nature play areas  Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMP’s) The parks within Crystal identified as a natural area / passive park are:  Brownwood Park  Florida Park  Hagemeister Pond Preserve  MAC Nature Area  Memory Lane Park  Soo Line Park  Twin Lake Shores Typical Natural Area/Passive Park NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS Neighborhood parks are intended to serve residents within a half-mile (10-minute walk) of the park and provide basic recreational experiences while to meeting the needs of the immediate neighborhoods. The 13 parks are identified as neighborhood parks range in size and amenities. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 56 Through assessment and feedback from the public process, some or all ofNeighborhod parks may contain the following amenities are recommended for inclusion in neighborhood parks:  Small backstop with no groomed infield  “Regular” play area  Small multi-purpose field  Half-court basketball  Paved court (such as four square or gaga pit)  Outdoor fitness equipment  Small picnic shelter The parks within Crystal identified as a neighborhood park are:  Broadway Park  Cavanagh Park  Crystal Highlands Park  Fair School Park  Forest School Park  Iron Horse Park  Kentucky Park  Lee Park  North Bass Lake Park  Skyway Park  Sunnyview Park  Twin Oak Park  Yunkers Park Typical neighborhood park amenities COMMUNITY PARKS Community parks area intended to serve the needs of the adult and youth athletic programs. They are the location for the city’s full size athletic fields and they incorporate additional complementary CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 57 amenities to meet the recreational needs of the community. Community parks are usually at least 10 acres in size. Below is a list of amenities that are proposed to be in community parks:  Large multi-purpose rectangle field  Softball/baseball fields  Multiple full-sized courts (tennis/pickleball)  Ballfields and court lighting  Hockey rinks  Sledding hills  Park buildings with restrooms and four-season gathering space  Picnic shelters  Sand volleyball  Disc golf  Larger community play area  Dog Park  Outdoor fitness equipment The parks within Crystal identified as community parks are:  Bassett Creek Park  North Lions Park  Valley Place Park  Welcome Park Typical community park amenities DESTINATION PARKS The intended use of destination parks is to provide unique or signature gathering spaces. The size of these parks vary. The following provides a list of specialized facilities:  Destination / Inclusive inclusive play area  Flexible performance area /lawn CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 58  Water feature / fountain  Ice surface / plaza space  Community Center  Aquatic Center  Skate Park The parks within Crystal identified as a destination park are:  Becker Park  Grogan Park Typical destination park amenities TRAIL SYSTEM The Crystal trail system consists of sidewalks, and multi-use paths, and bike lanes identified in Chapter I. Some of the trails within the city are under the jurisdiction of Three Rivers Park District. The trail system is intended to make connections among neighborhoods, parks, public or semi-public facilities, shopping areas and workplaces. PARK POLICIES 1. Optimize existing park and open spaces based on current community needs. 2. Planning for the park system should place an increased emphasis on a community perspective, with a secondary emphasis on neighborhoods. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 59 3. Specific park facility improvements should attempt to maximize adaptive flexibility so that the parks may change as the needs of the neighborhood and community change. 4. Maximize opportunities to make water bodies more appealing, for example, by continuing and expanding the planting of appropriate vegetation adjacent to stormwater ponds, creeks and lakefront in parks or on other public property. In addition to improving the aesthetics of the site, it will help to improve water quality over time. 5. To the extent feasible in a first tier suburb, develop trails to improve the connectivity among park sites, community facilities, residential neighborhoods and commercial areas. Chapter I has a proposed sidewalk and trail plan. 6. Continue to require park dedication or payment-in-lieu, as appropriate, for any new development that results in an increased number of residential dwelling units or acres of other development in the city. Such funds will be used for capital improvements to the parks system including but not limited to land acquisition, clearance and site preparation for parks or open space use; expansion or improvement of existing facilities; and construction of new facilities. PARK IMPLEMENTATION ITEMS Future park improvement projects would will be funded by the city through its Capitol ImprovementsLong Term Plan (CIP)(Appendix G), with additional outside funding provided through grants, stormwater credits, and other sources of revenue. The initial investments would occur during a time frame of three to five years with a focus on the most immediate needs of the community. 1. The relocation of the Becker Park ballfields to Welcome Park and the redevelopment of Becker Park are the city’s top park project priorities. 2. Following the anticipated investment in Becker and Welcome parks, the remaining community parks will be prioritized for development and will be implemented based on available funding. By prioritizing efforts to implement community parks, a larger population can be served. Though a more prevalent effort will be made towards community parks, neighborhood park development funding will be needed to replace specific amenities,. Amenities will be prioritized by taking into account the physical condition of the amenity and needs of the community. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 60 CHAPTER M: WATER RESOURCES Crystal’s water resources include wastewater and sanitary sewer, surface water and potable water. WASTEWATER AND SANITARY SEWER PLAN Crystal is a fully developed community, and as such, the land use changes contemplated in this Comprehensive Plan are expected to have an a insignificant impact on the regional wastewater treatment and disposal system. The city’s sanitary sewer collection system is complete and the city’s focus will continue to be on maintenance and preservation of the existing system. The city does not anticipate construction of any major sanitary sewer trunk lines or lift stations through 2040. No service agreements have been needed or entered into with adjoining communities after December 1, 2008. Metropolitan Council forecasts that both average and peak flows will decline slightly through 2030. Their forecasts are based on their growth forecasts for population, households and employment (see Chapter D). TABLE M-1 SANITARY SEWER FLOW FORECASTS SANITARY SEWER FLOW FORECASTS 2010 2020 2030 2040 Sewered Population 22,151 22,700 23,200 23,800 Sewered Households 9,183 9,500 9,600 9,700 Sewered Employment 3,929 4,400 4,640 4,900 CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 61 FIGURE M-1 CRYSTAL SANITARY SEWER NETWORK CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 62 The city does not have any Individual Sewage Treatment Systems (ISTS) within its boundaries. The city is committed to preventing and reducing excessive infiltration and inflow (“I/I”) in the local sewer system. To that end, the city has implemented the following policies:  The city prohibits connection of sump pumps, and foundation drains, and rain leaders to the sanitary sewer.  The city requires the disconnection of existing foundation drains, sump pumps, and roof leaders to the sanitary sewer system.  As part of the street reconstruction program between 1995 and 2017,; o tThe city offered to install sump boxes in the boulevard in those locations where drain tile or storm sewer will be located adjacent to the street. o As part of the neighborhood street reconstruction program, tThe city televised the sanitary sewer mains in each project area and repaired or replaced pipes and manholes that have been severely compromised as project funding allowed. o The city provided residents the option to replace a portion of their lateral sanitary sewer connection, including the Wye connection at the main.  As part of its 2009-2010 water meter replacement program, each house in the city was inspected for prohibited connections to the sanitary sewer and the city ordered removal of any unlawful connections.  The city is actively replacing replaced sanitary sewer manhole lids with new lids that do not have any holes in them. This project is anticipated to be completed city wide in the next one to three years.This project was completed in 2018.  The city is lining its sanitary sewer mains and has completed a number of sanitary sewer lining projects and will continue to do so. Inflow and Infiltration (I&I) continues to be a challenge in the CityCrystal. The sources of the I&I include cracks in the existing private lateral services, or main sanitary sewer pipes, illegal connections, and manhole cracks. The city is evaluating the purchase of flow meters to further investigate the location of I&I to take mititagtio action. Replacement of the sanitary sewer manhole lids with solid covers has resulted in noticeable reduction in inflow during large rain events. CaptialCapital projects, including cost and schedule, to reduce I&I are shown in the City’s Capital Improvement Long Term Plan (Appendix F). The city is looking to evaluating the purchase of some flow meters in the coming years to be able to try and gather more information on the extent and location of I&I within the entire sanitary sewer system. This data collection will be followed by analysis and follow up action where feasible. One of the key aspects of analysis is to try and measure or estimate the amount of clearwater fowing flow generated by the public and private sewer systems. Once sources are better identified, costs for correction can be determined. That said, the Citycity is not delaying efforts to line the sanitary sewer system throughout the City and has allocated over a half million dollars a year to this effort. Project efforts and timelines to mitigate I&I are shown in the Sanitary Sewer Capital ImprovementLong Term Plan (CIP). The utility CIP is funded through user fees to all properties in the Citycity. SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN Crystal lies within the Bassett Creek and Shingle Creek watersheds. In late 2018, The the city is currently in the process of updating itscompleted a draft of its Surface Water Management Plan and this update is expected to be completed in 2018for review by the two watershed districts in Crystal (see Appendix H). The plan was also submitted to the Metropolitan Council for their review. CITY OF CRYSTAL DECEMBER 4, 2018 2040 Comprehensive Plan 63 POTABLE WATER SUPPLY PLAN The Joint Water Commission (JWC) owns and operates the water supply for the cities of Crystal, New Hope and Golden Valley. In 2018 The the JWC has submitted a water supply plan for approval which is included in this Comprehensive Plan by reference as Appendix I.