HomeMy WebLinkAbout0509 MinutesPLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
MONDAY, MAY 9, 2005
1. Call to Order:
Chairman Stamson called the May 9, 2005 Planning Commission meeting to order at
6:30 p.m. Those present were Commissioners Billington, Lemke, Perez, Ringstad and
Stamson, Planning Coordinator Danette Moore and Recording Secretary Connie Carlson.
2. Roll Call:
Billington Present
Lemke Present
Perez Present
Ringstad Present
Stamson Present
3. Approval of Minutes:
The Minutes from the April 25th and March 28th 2005, Planning Commission meeting
were approved as presented.
4. Consent: None
5. Public Hearings: None
6. Old Business: None
7. New Business:
A. Consider Resolution finding the adoption of the Development Program for
the proposed Development District No. 4 and the creation of the Tax Increment
Financing Plan for the TIF District No. 4-1 conform to the general plans for the
development and redevelopment of the City. The site is Lot 1, Block 1, Deerfield
Industrial Park 3rd Addition.
Community Development Director John Sullivan presented the staff report dated May 9,
2005, on file in the office of the City Administration.
On March 21, 2005, the City Council adopted resolution #05-50 calling for a public
hearing on May 16, 2005 for the establishment of the Development Program for
Development District No. 4, the establishment of Tax Increment Financing District No.
4-1, and the awarding of a business subsidy.
The TIF Development Program for Development District No. 4 is to be established
specifically for Deerfield Industrial Park. It includes the approximately 60 acre
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development in a 10 year Economic Development District. The specific project within
TIF District 4-1 is for a newly constructed building by Onsite Engineering and Forensic
Services, Inc., and consists of an 8,119 sq. 1~. research and development facility in the
Deerfield Industrial 3rd Addition site. Construction of the project is planned for this
summer.
The proposed TIF Plan for Development District 4 and the establishment of Tax
Increment Finance District 4-1 are consistent with the goals and objectives of the
Comprehensive Plan. Staff recommended approval.
Comments from the Commissioners:
Ringstad questioned if the 3.7 acres (R4) in the Deerfield Industrial Park would be
excluded in the TIF District. Sullivan pointed out the area was not part of the request.
Stamson questioned the impact if the Greystone project would be in the TIF District.
Sullivan said they were in the district but were not eligible nor did they ask. Not every
project will get TIF funds. It is based on use, plans and zoning. Staff put the entire area
in the district to allow flexibility. It was based on the recommendation of the City's
financial consultants.
Ringstad asked for an example that would be eligible for TIF. Sullivan explained the
businesses and regulations for TIF. Retail for example would not be eligible. Something
that would not fit the City's business subsidy to tax increment financing. The use would
have to match the zoning as well. They do not have to be owner-occupied, however if
the proposal is for a developer to put together a building for subsequent lease, the TIF
rules still apply to the tenants. Eighty-five percent of the uses (tenants) would have to be
TIF eligible enterprises.
Billington asked how many TIF districts are in Prior Lake. Sullivan responded there
were several and named the participants. The City also decertified several of the district
participants over the years.
Perez questioned the number of employees participating in the TIF districts. Sullivan
explained the businesses and goals. If the company does not meet the goals they have to
pay all or a prorated portion of the business subsidy they received.
Lemke asked if the building (in this TIF district) would be back before the Planning
Commission. Moore responded it is a permitted use and would not be before the
Commission.
Ringstad: · Agree with staff's recommendation. The objectives are met.
· Support.
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Billington: · Agreed with Ringstad - it is compliant.
· Support.
Lemke: · Staff laid out convincing arguments. It meets our Comprehensive Plan.
· Support.
Perez:
Agree with Commissioners. Findings show there is a public purpose.
Support.
Stamson: · Agreed with Commissioners. It does meet the City's goals and objectives.
· Support.
MOTION BY BILLINGTON, SECOND BY RINGSTAD, TO APPROVE
RESOLUTION 05-06PC FINDING THE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR
DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NO. 4 AND A TIF PLAN FOR TIF DISTRICT NO. 4-1
CONFORMS TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN.
Vote taken indicated ayes by all. MOTION CARRIED.
This will go before the City Council on May 16, 2005.
8. Announcements and Correspondence: None
9. Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 6:46 p.m.
Colmie Carlson
Recording Secretary
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