Agenda - Planning Commission - 05/04/2017

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Street Widths and Design [section modified from Sketch Plan Review] The proposed street widths are shown at twenty-nine (29) feet. Traditional City Streets in Ramsey are measured at thirty-two (32) foot widths. There are benefits and drawbacks for each scenario. City Staff needs policy direction from Planning Commission and City Council and cannot make a formal recommendation at this point. From a neighborhood design and traffic calming, the 29 foot width approach would be acceptable. However, the City's Public Safety and Public Works Maintenance Teams have expressed concern with this design due to maneuverability. The narrower road widths may require restricting parking to one side of the street. The intersection of Street H and Alpine Drive is deficient in pedestrian safety. The current recommended strategy is a roundabout in this location and would include a cost share. The proposed intersection has been identified as a concern due to sight lines, geometry, and pedestrian safety. The intersection will also serve as an entrance to future Lake Itasca Park. City Staff and Developer have recently discussed alternative approaches. The project also requires execution of the Armstrong West Arterial/Collector Infrastructure Project. The City Council has approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlining cost obligations between impacted Property Owners and the City. The proposed street between proposed Pearson Park (quasi -public park on Outlot C) and Lake Itasca Greenway (Outlot B) shall be modified to enhance pedestrian safety by introducing reduced width and smaller on -street parking bays (often referred to as `chokers'). Action Item: Amend the plan set to include a roundabout at the intersection of Street H and Alpine Drive —OR- propose an equivalent approach the improves sight line and pedestrian safety. City Staff has requested that the Developer consider a center median pedestrian safety improvement with enhanced pedestrian signalization. Action Item: Amend the plan set to modify Street B as outlined above. Stormwater Pond Based on projects with similar stormwater pond size and depth, Staff anticipates some concerns regarding safety to be raised by Planning Commission. We encourage you to be prepared to discuss stormwater safety, especially along public trails and compliance with stormwater regulations. Please refer to the Engineering Review Memo for specific regulations. Development Fees Standard Development Fees are due on the plat. The Developer has indicated a desire to obtain certain Park Dedication and Trail Development Fee Credit for the open space and trail areas. It is our mission to work together to responsibly grow our community, and to provide quality, cost- effective ective and efficient government services. Riverstone Addition Planning Division Review April 28, 2017 (Preliminary Plat) Page 8 of 9