Agenda - Council - 10/24/2023 - Laserfiche WebLink

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comments are not directed towards the EAW,they are included nonetheless. For the project to move forward, a development application will need to be made. This application will include a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the increased density, rezoning from the current R-1 MUSA-80/R-2/R-3 configuration to either a PUD or a mix of R-2/R-3/and a Public/Quasi-Public district,plat, and site plan review. This summer,the City Council denied a request for TIF assistance on the project. The developer is working on alternative financing strategies for the project and will determine if they want to make the development application(the EAW process was already in motion when the financing request was made). Notification: Public notification for the availability of the EAW was noticed in the Environmental Quality Board's EQB Monitor on August 1, 2023. A press release (attached)was provided to local media per State rules. City staff mailed a copy of the press release to properties within 700 feet(the same distance used for plat notification since the project will eventually include a plat). A social media blast was also conducted on the City's pages. A web page on the City's website was created to share the draft EAW with the public (https://www.ci.ramsey.mn.us/989/Haviland-Fields). A paper copy was placed in the City Hall lobby as well. Observations/Alternatives: Alternatives to Consider: 1. Approve the EAW, Findings of Fact, and Record of Decision as presented. 2. Find that the EAW was not sufficient and order an Environmental Impact Statement. Specific items of concern must be noted. 3. Continue the EAW to a future meeting to modify certain sections or responses to comments. Note: Denial of the EAW is not a valid option for this type of request. Funding Source: All costs associated with the EAW preparation and review are the responsibility of the developer, Presbyterian Homes (Senior Housing Partners). Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the Haviland Fields EAW, Findings of Fact, and Record of Decision. Action: Motion to adopt Resolution#23-223 approving the Haviland Fields EAW, Findings of Fact, and Record of Decision. Attachments EAW Document Revised Traffic Impact Analysis Resolution#23-223 Findings of Fact and Record of Decision Press Release Form Review Inbox Reviewed By Date Brian Hagen Brian Hagen 10/19/2023 07:43 AM Form Started By:Todd Larson Started On: 10/17/2023 10:03 AM Final Approval Date:10/19/2023