Minutes - Planning Commission - 07/10/2003

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Tim Engen, Ramsey Town Center, LLC stated this is a big development, and he understands a lot of information has been presented. He indicated they would prefer it were approved contingent on the Staff Review Letter, the City Engineer Review memo and the minor points Principal Planner Trudgeon brought up in discussion. He believes they can have all the minor issues, including the County issues, resolved in the next few weeks. He stated the roads are the biggest issue, and require the involvement of the State, City and County. He reiterated they are asking for preliminary plat approval subject to all contingencies. Principal Planner Trudgeon indicated they would want to make sure it does not go to the City Council before all the issues are addressed. Motion by Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Chairperson Nixt to close the public hearing at 10:00 p.m. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Nixt, Commissioners Johnson, Brauer, Reeves, Shepherd, Van Scoyand Watson. Voting No: None. Absent: None. Chairperson Nixt noted that on the detail there is a date of July 2nd. There is a revision now showing TC-4A, B and C and he wants to make sure that is picked up and reflected on the map. He asked if the Planning Commission would see the final plat. Principal Planner Trudgeon indicated usually the Planning Commission would not see it again. He stated they have talked about keeping this on the Planning Commission agenda as a standing item to keep the Planning Commission informed of the progress. Motion by Commissioner Johnson to recommend approval of the preliminary plat of the Ramsey Town Center, contingent upon compliance with the Staff Review Letter dated July 10, 2003. Chairperson Nixt stated there were fairly comprehensive comments from staff. He indicated he dislikes a recommendation going forward with this many pieces open. He noted the Planning Commission has held special meetings and done their part, but asked if there is a middle ground. He commented the County access issue could be a major point and cause considerable change to the plan. Commissioner Johnson indicated he believes it is important to keep this moving. He stated they could try to have another meeting this month. Tim Engen, Ramsey Town Center, LLC stated he could suggest a middle ground. He indicated there is a master checklist created between the developers and staff of what needs to be done, and a report on the status of those items could be given to the Planning Commission at the next meeting. He stated once Ramsey Town Center starts, the Planning Commission will be deluged. The developers do not want to have a hypodermic approach with the Commission, and they hope to be a regular participant at the Planning Commission meetings. Planning Commission/July 10, 2003 Page 20 of 21