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HomeMy WebLinkAbout6A 2016 Accomplish 2017 Goals PC Report 4646 Dakota Street SE Prior Lake, MN 55372 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT MEETING DATE: NOVEMBER 21, 2016 AGENDA #: 6A PREPARED BY: PUBLIC HEARING: JEFF MATZKE, PLANNER NO AGENDA ITEM: CONSIDER APPROVING A LIST OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S 2016 ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND 2017 GOALS DISCUSSION: Introduction The purpose of this item is to consider approving the Planning Commission’s top three accomplishments in 2016 and its top three goals for 2017. History Four years ago the City Council initiated a new process whereby one Work Ses- sion is devoted to annual reports by the city’s boards and commissions. Each group is asked to report its top three accomplishments during the current year and its top three goals for the next year. This year the Work Session will be held on Monday November 28th. Current Circumstances Staff has developed a proposed list of accomplishments for 2015 and goals for 2016. The general guideline is to limit each category to three items. Conclusion Staff is proposing the following list of accomplishments and goals for considera- tion by the Commissioners. Please note that the goals are based upon the fol- lowing key factors: 1. The ongoing primary job of the Planning Commission is to review appli- cations submitted to the City related to the zoning and subdivision ordi- nances. 2. One goal not accomplished in 2016 is being proposed once again in 2017 related to an update of the Subdivision Ordinance. 3. The City Council is budgeting for a 2-3 year 2040 Comprehensive Plan- ning update process that began in 2016. 2016 Accomplishments • Evaluated and recommended various zoning ordinance amendments in- cluding revisions to Bluffs and Steep Slope Areas, Brewpubs and Tap- rooms, and Tree Preservation and Restoration. • Reviewed and approved/recommended zoning actions related to eco- nomic growth, including Vesatile Vehicles and Courtwood Village. • Reviewed and acted upon numerous variance applications (12) the ma- jority related to lakefront properties. 2 2017 Goals • Complete the bulk of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan update, working with the City’s consultant (Bolton Menk) throughout the process. • Continue to make decisions and recommendations on subdivision and zoning applications throughout the year. • Evaluate the Subdivision Ordinance, including but not limited to, lot com- binations and lot width/size requirements. ISSUES: The approved list will be shared with the City Council and all other boards/com- missions at a Work Session on Monday, November 28th. At least one Planning Commissioner should volunteer to be there and read/share the list. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Motion and a second to approve the list of top three accomplishments for 2016 and goals for 2017 as proposed by city staff or as further amended by the Commission. RECOMMENDED MOTION: ATTACHMENTS: Alternative #1 1. 2015 Accomplishments 2016 Goals from the Planning Commission as presented to and approved by the City Council Planning Commission – 2015 Accomplishments  Evaluated and recommended various zoning ordinance amendments related to the C-2 and C-3 Districts, Architectural Design, Fences and Controlled Access Lots.  Reviewed and approved/recommended zoning actions related to economic growth, including Kwik Trip, Shore Club/Marina, Versatile Vehicles, Bendzick Automotive, and Dominium housing.  Reviewed and acted upon numerous variance applications (13), the majority related to lakefront properties. . Planning Commission – 2016 Goals  Continue to make decisions and recommendations on subdivision and zoning applications throughout the year.  Evaluate the Subdivision Ordinance, including but not limited to, lot combinations.  Begin the 2040 Comprehensive Plan update process, including the development of an inclusive public involvement program and an update to the Land Use Element.