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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-22-2019 Council Packet CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS TUESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2019 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 6:00 P.M. 6:00 p.m. L Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Approval of Agenda Estimated times 6:00 p.m. IL Council/Staff Reports A. Mayor McComber B. Councilmember Dougherty C. Councilmember Johnson D. Councilmember Liljegren E. Councilmember Runk F. Staff • Recycling Award(pg. 3) 6:05 p.m. III. Visitors/Public Comment This is an opportunity for the public to address the Council with questions or concerns on issues not part of the regular agenda(Please limit comments to 3 minutes in length). 6:05 p.m. IV. Consent Agenda(Roll Call Vote) A. Approve Bills & Investments B. Approve City Council Minutes—January 8, 2019 (pg. 5) C. Award 2019 Prairie Restoration Project to Minnesota Native Landscapes, Inc. (pg. 9) D. Approve Summer Park Programming for 2019 —Position & Events (pg. 13) E. Approve Resolution Vacating Drainage and Utility Easement Located in the Ridgecrest Oak Park Heights Plat(pg. 23) 6:05 p.m. V. Public Hearings None 6:05 p.m. VI. Old Business None 6:05 p.m. VII. New Business A. City Utility Update—2018 Comprehensive Plan Elements (pg. 29) B. 2018 Comprehensive Plan— Submission to Metropolitan Council (pg. 35) C. 58th Street Improvements —Approve Plans and Specifications (pg. 149) D. Coalition of Utility Cities—Possible Position of Support(pg. 185) 6:30 p.m. VIII. Other Council Items or Announcements Page 1 of 194 6:30 p.m. IX. Ad1 oumment Page 2 of 194 Oak Park Heights Request for Council Action Meeting Date January 22, 2019 Agenda Item Recycling Award Time Req. 0 Agenda Placement Staff Reports Originating Department/Requestor Administration/Jennifer Pinski Requester's Signature Action Requested Receive Information Background/Justification(Please indicate any previous action has been taken or if other public bodies have been advised). See attached. Page 3 of 194 isCity Of Oak Park Heiahts 14168 Oak Park Blvd.N.Oak Paris Heights,MN 55082+Phone(651)4394439•Fax(651)439-0574 January 17, 2019 Lawrence Schneider 14391 57th Street North Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 Dear Mr. Schneider: Thank you for participating in the City's recycling program. As an incentive to recycle and to increase fire prevention awareness, the City rewards two residents each month with their choice of an award of $25.00 or a fire extinguisher and/or smoke detector(s). Your residence was checked on Thursday, January 17, to determine if you had your recycling bin out with your regular garbage. Your recycling was out and ready for collection; therefore, you are one of this month's winners. Please contact me via phone at 439-4439 or email at jpinski@cityofoakparkheights.com to let me know your choice of award. On behalf of the Oak Park Heights City Council, thank you for participating in the City's recycling program. Congratulations! Jennifer Pinski City Clerk TREE CITY U.S.A. Page 4 of 194 n� Oak Park Heights Request for Council Action Meeting Date January 22, 2019 Agenda Item Approve City Council Minutes--January 8, 2019 Time Req. 0 Agenda Placement Consent Originating Department/RequestorAdministration/Jennifer Pinski Requester's Signature' Action Requested Approve Background/Justif cation(Please indicate any previous action has been taken or if other public bodies have been advised). See attached. Page 5 of 194 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS TUESDAY, JANUARY S, 2019 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES I. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Approval of Agenda: Mayor McComber called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Dougherty, Johnson, Liljegren and Runk. Staff present: City Administrator Johnson, City Clerk Pinski, City Attorney Sandstrom, and City Engineer Mann. Absent: City Planner Richards. Mayor McComber removed.New Business Item C from the Agenda. Councilmember Dougherty, seconded by Councilmember Liljegren, moved to approve the Agenda. Carried 4-0. lI. Svr earina in of Recently Elected Officials by Judge Galler: Judge Galler performed the swearing in ceremony for Councilmember Liljegren and Councilmember Johnson. III. Council/Staff Reports: A. Mavor McComber: She reported she attended racial diversity training through the League of Minnesota Cities and the League of Minnesota Cities Board of Directors meeting on December 13, the Integrated Resource Plan meeting with Xcel Energy and the Public Utility Commission on December 14, the Coalition of Utility Cities meeting on December 20, a Minnesota Mayor's Association meeting on January 3, a Coalition of Utility Cities meeting and a coffee meeting with Representative Shelly Christensen on January 4, and a conference call with the NLC Transportation Committee on January 7. She also reported a Minnesota Mayor's Association meeting and a League of Minnesota Board of Directors meeting were set for the following week. She reminded City Councilmembers of the Experienced Elected Officials Conference February 1 and 2 in Plymouth. B. Councilmember Dougherty: He reported there was a Public Hearing regarding the Comprehensive Plan at the last Planning Commission meeting. C. Councilmember Johnson: She reported that since being elected she took the opportunity to visit a variety of committee meetings, including the Coalition of Utility Cities, the Planning Commission, the Parks Commission, and the watershed districts in the City of Oak Park Heights. D. Councilmember Liljegren: No report. E. Councilmember Runk: No report. Page 6 of 194 City Council Meeting Minutes January 8, 2019 Page 2 of 3 F. Staff: City Clerk Pinski reported that Jason Michaelson of 15117 65`h Street North and Jim Norton of 5715 Newberry Avenue North were chosen as the recycling award winners. IV. Visitors/Public Comment: A. Approval and Presentation of Resolution of Appreciate and Thank You to Mark Vierling, Citi Attorney: Councilmember Liljegren, seconded by Councilmember Dougherty, moved to approve the Resolution. Roll call vote taken. Carried 5-0. IV. Consent Agenda: A. Approve Bills& Investments B. Approve City Council Minutes—December 11, 2018 C. Adopt Resolution Authorizing Professional Consultants for the City of Oak Park Heights in 2019 D. Adopt Resolution Designating the Stillwater Gazette as the City of Oak Park Heights Official Newspaper in 2019 E. Adopt Resolution Authorizing Alternate Newspaper for Publication in 2019 F. Approve Home Occupation Permit Renewals for 2019 Councilmember Runk, seconded by Councilmember Johnson, moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Roll call vote taken. Carried 5-0. V. Public Hearings: None VI. Old Business: None VII. New Business: A. League of Minnesota Cities Collaboration: Mayor McComber suggested setting a worksession with Pamela Whitmore on collaboration services offered through the League of Minnesota Cities. She suggested a few dates that Ms. Whitmore was available. The Councilmembers discussed their availability. Councilmember Dougherty, seconded by Councilmember Johnson, moved to set a worksession for March 6 at 5:00 p.m. Carried 5-0. B. Council Appointments —2019: The City Council discussed the proposed appointments and made some changes. Councilmember Liljegren, Page 7 of 194 City Council Meeting Minutes January 8, 2014 Page 3 of 3 seconded by Councilmember Dougherty, moved to approve the Resolution with modifications. Roll call vote taken. Carried 5-0. C. REMOVED FROMAGENDA D. 5627 Perkins Ave— Site Condition/Action: City Administrator Johnson reviewed the Building Official's memo on the property. He stated that staff's recommendation was to pass the Resolution which allowed the property owner six months to make the necessary repairs in the home. Attorney Sandstrom stated that under Minnesota Statute 463, the City Council must issue an order declaring the property as a hazardous condition, and the order would be formerly served on the owner as well as the occupants. He said the terms of the Resolution outline why staff believed the property was hazardous and would act as the order. He said the City cannot require the tenants to move out, but they could issue a strong recommendation and offer a stipend to move out. He said if the property owner did not comply with the order, the matter would go through the court system. Councilmember Dougherty, seconded by Councilmember Runk, moved to approve the Resolution. Roll call vote taken. Carried 5-0. VIII. Other Council Items or Announcements: None IX. Adiourn: Councilmember Liljegren, seconded by Councilmember Johnson, moved to adjourn at 6:35 p.m. Carried 5-0. Respectfully submitted, Approved as to Content and Form, Jennifer Pinski Mary McComber City Clerk Mayor Page 8 of 194 r 4 3 Oak Park Heights Request for Council Action Meeting Date.- Tuesday January 22,,d2019 Agenda Item: 2019 Prairie Maintenance Time Req. 1 Minute Agenda Placement: Consent Originating Department/Requestor: Public Works Andy Kegley, Public Works Director Lisa Danielson Arborist Requester's Signature jam. Action Requested- Continue Vegetation Mana ement for 2019 with Minnesota Native Landscapes, Inc. for the Prairie Restoration Areas at Swager and Valley View Parks Please See Attached Memo. Page 9 of 194 City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd N. •Oak Park Heights,MN 55082•Phone(651)439-4439•Fax 439-0574 Memorandum To: Andy Kegley, Public Works Director Dc: Eric Johnson, City Administrator. Mayor and Council From: Lisa Danielson, Arborist ZID- Date: 01/10/2019 [fie: 2019 City of Oak Park Heights Native Prairie Maintenance Attached are copies of quotes submitted by Minnesota Native Landscapes, Inc. to continue with maintenance of the restoration areas of the native prairies located within Swager Park and Valley View Park. I recommend the City continue with weed control maintenance and mowing for 2019. In keeping with the DNR recommended standards, the prairies should be mowed in the spring after the snow melts once the sites have dried and weed control visits are timed on growing conditions throughout the year which is key for proper maintenance. The quotes provided include very similar management services to those provided in past years. Minnesota Native Landscapes, Inc. has been managing these areas for the City of Oak Park Heights since 2012. 1 recommend the City of Oak Park Heights continue vegetation management services with Minnesota Native Landscapes, Inc. for 2019 which includes four (4) weed control visits at each site and a spring mowing at each site. The cost for this service is $3,045. The project is funded using the Parks Contractual Services budget, which has an ample balance to cover the $3,045. TREE CITY U.S.A. Page 10 of 194 ,'V 1 I h h eSC7ta ,c Native r LandSCapes To: Lisa Danielson—City of Oak Park Heights Date: January 9,2019 Quote for 2019 Vegetation Management at Swager Park Oak Park Heights, MN Overview: Similar to previous years, Minnesota Native Landscapes recommends continuing vegetation management at Swager Park for the 2019 growing season. MNL recommends a spring mow and up to four weed control visits. Throughout the growing season MNL will additionally conduct routine evaluations and monitor native and weedy growth on site to effectively time weed control visits. This season will begin with a spring mow.The spring mow will occur once the snow melts and the prairie area dries. Following the mow, comprehensive weed control visits will occur as needed throughout the growing season to control all weedy and undesirable species. Depending on weather and site conditions all four weed control visits may not be necessary. Management crews will use a variety of management techniques including spot cutting, hand weeding,and selective herbicide applications. Costs for Services: Item Units Qty Unit Price Total Price Site Monitoring& Evaluations - - - No Charge Spring Mow Each 1 $390.00 $390.00 Weed Control Visits Each 4 $150.00 $600.00 Total Estimated Cost: $990.00 Notes: 1. Any items placed or planted within treatment areals)that are under 3'tall must be clearly marked or described to the management crew to avoid damage to said items or equipment. MNL cannot be liable for unseen,unmarked items within management area(s). 2. Quote assumes parking and access for all crew members and equipment. 3. MNL does not warranty against acts of vandalism,severe drought,flooding or damages caused by wildlife. 4. Please return a signed copy of this quote for acceptance to Nikki@MNLcorp.com;Minnesota Native Landscapes,8740 77th St NE,Otsego, MN 55362;or fax to 763 295-0025, 5. This quote is good for a period of 45 days.All work will be billed following completion,with payment being due within 30 days of receipt of invoice. Submitted By: To Accept This Quote Sign Were: Nikki Brown —Site Manager Sign Date Nikki@MNLcorp.com Print Minnesota Native Landscapes, Inc, - 8740 77t1, Street Northeast Otsego, MN 55362 - phone; 763-295-0010 www.M n N at f ve L�n dsca pe-s,co m Page 11 of 194 Minnesota Native Lansca es To: Lisa Danielson—City of Oak Park Heights Date: January 9,2019 Quote for 2019 Vegetation Management at Valley View Park Oak Park Heights, MN Overview: Minnesota Native Landscapes recommends continuing vegetation management at Valley View Park for the 2019 growing season. Like previous years, MNL suggests conducting a spring mow and four weed control visits. MNL will also conduct routine site evaluations and monitor weedy and native growth to accurately time weed control visits. This season will begin with a spring mow.The spring mow will occur once the snow melts and the prairie area dries. Following the spring mow, up to four weed control visits will occur as needed to control all weedy and undesirable species. Depending on site and weather conditions, all four weed control visits may not be necessary. Management crews will use a variety of management techniques including spot cutting, hand weeding, and selective herbicide applications. Costs for Services: Item Units Qty Unit Price Total Price Site Monitoring& Evaluations - - - No Charge Spring Mow Each 1 $875.00 $875.00 Weed Control Visits Each 4 $295.00 $1,180.00 Total Estimated Cost : $2,055.00 Notes: 1. Any items placed or planted within treatment area(s)that are under 3'tail must be clearly marked or described to the management crew to avoid damage to said items or equipment. MNL cannot be liable for unseen,unmarked items within management area(s). 2. Quote assumes parking and access for all crew members and equipment. 3. MNL does not warranty against acts of vandalism,severe drought,flooding or damages caused by wildlife. 4. Please return a signed copy of this quote for acceptance to Nikki@MNLcorp.com;Minnesota Native Landscapes,8740 77th St NE,Otsego,MN 55362;or fax to 763 295-0025. 5. This quote is good for a period of 45 days.All work will be billed following completion,with payment being due within 30 days of receipt of invoice. Submitted By: To Accept This Quote Sign Here: Nikki Brown—Site Manager Sign Date Nikki@MNLcorp.com Print Minnesota Native Landscapes, Inc. - 8740 77117 Street Noi-the215t OtseYO, NAN 55362 - Phone! 763-293-0010 www.M n NativeLa ndscape5.com Page 12 of 194 Oak Park Heights Request for Council Action Meeting Date January 22nd, 20 19 Time Required: 1 Minute Agenda Item Title: Summer Park Pro cramming—20113 —Position& Events Agenda Placement Consent Age4& Originating Department/Reque torte En °Johnson City Administrator Requester's Signature / Action Requested Approve Summer Park Programming for 2019, including Staff hiring. rnore detail below Background/Justification (Please indicate if any previous action has been taken or if other public bodies have advised): The 2019 budget for Summer Park Programming is $17,000; $8,000 proposed for wages ($500 of which for other staff help) with the balance of$9,000 for operations and events—The amounts are the same as 2018. Because this is a"salary" the City would not specifically monitor hours required to complete the events, rather the Event Coordinator is required to input the necessary hours to successfully execute these events. (There are not anticipated PERA contributions with this position). I have enclosed an agreement with Ms. Gina Zeuli, for final execution for Proposed Summer Events Coordinator. Recommendation: Authorize the holding of the Summer Park Programming for 2019 with the final event schedules to be determined by the Park Commission and authorize the City Administrator to negotiate and finalize with Ms. Zeuli. Page 13 of 194 City of Oak Park Heights 11168 Oak Parse Bled. N+Box 2007.OA-Park I]eights.MN 55082 •Phone(051)439-4439+Fax(651)439-0574 January 17,2019 TO: Ms.Gina Zeuli FROM: Eric Johnson,City Administrator RE: Position Offer-2019 Dear Ms.Zeuli: Pending Council approval ,planned for 1(22/19-,the City is extending to you an offer of temporary employment for the Summer of 2019,as the Summer Park Events Coordinator extending from June 111 to approximately October 1, 2019. (Also pending a traditional Background Check by the City Police Department). The duties anticipated are generally found in the attached job description and require you plan and execute a minimum of six(6)"Family Focused"Events and a minimum of eleven(11)"Children's Events";to be held in the City Park systems consistent with the Oak Park Heights Proposed Summer Programming documents—(See Appendix A when finalized).As in previous years,you will work with the Park Commission directly to finalize actual events, budgets,locations,dates,etc. For compensation,the City will issue to you seven(7)equalized bi-weekly paychecks on the 151h and 30th of each month for work completed based on the salary stated below. It is unclear exactly how many hours will be required to fulfill the programming requirements;thus the position is based on a total gross salary and you would simply provide the necessary time to successfully execute each event. Position Title: Temporary Summer Park Events Coordinator(See Job Description— enciosed as Appendix B) Total Gross Salary: $7,500 Fringe Benefits: None Approx.Start/End Date: June 1,2018—October 111,2019 Please sign below(and return to my attention)acknowledging your receipt and acceptance of this position and its general scope. Date Ms.Gina Zeuli Page 14 of 194 APPENDIX A: Oak Park Heights Summer Programming --2019 TBD Page 15 of 194 APPENDIX B: Job Description Page 16 of 194 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS TITLE: EVENTS COORDINATOR---(CONTRACTED) DEPARTMENT: PARKS REPORTS TO: CITY ADMINISTRATOR SUMMARY OF POSITION Under general direction, coordinates and plans special events and activities in City Parks to enhance the City's community relationship. Performs other related duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL.TOB FUNCTIONS 1. Plans,organizes,coordinates, promotes, and facilitates special events at City parks; 2. Schedules and maintains communication with speakers,vendors, and participants; 3. Coordinates and monitors event timelines; 4. Assists in preparing a variety of publications,materials,and programs for events; 5. Coordinate fundraising efforts,including soliciting donations,sponsorships,and prizes for raffles and other events; 6. Designs posters, fliers,displays and other public relations releases; 7. Attends meetings to report on program activities; 8. Explains policies and procedures for use of City parks to clients and the general public; 9. Resolves problems or complaints from clients or the public in accordance with established policies and procedures; 10. Opens and secures facilities before and after events; 11. Writes event reports noting attendance,times, and significant problems; 12.Maintains communication with law enforcement and emergency medical services in order to inform them of potential situations that may have an effect on their department or on the City in general; and 13. Performs other duties as may be required or assigned. Page 17 of 194 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS,AND ABILITIES • AbiIity to direct and manage the work activities of multiple support staff groups and satisfy the contract requirements for events; • Ability to plan, service,and supervise a variety of events; • Ability to anticipate equipment and other needs for individual events; • Ability to effectively plan one's awn work and the work of others; • Ability to work independently and to meet deadlines; • Ability to work as a member of a team; • Ability to supervise others; • Ability to follow oral and written instructions; • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of people; • Ability to exercise initiative, discretion, and independence of judgment; • Ability to work effectively under pressure and competently handle a number of different tasks at one time; • Ability to plan and perform duties with only general minimum supervision; and • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, City officials,and general public REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • High school diploma or equivalent • Three(3) years of customer service and/or public relations experience; or a combination of education and/or experience that is accepted as equivalent • Valid driver's license DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Experience with city, county,or related government park agency Page 18 of 194 • Previous experience in public relations or event planning highly desirable • Knowledge of City parks OTHER ITEMS • Employees in this classification work irregular hours,evenings,and weekends. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this position,the employee may need to climb,balance, stoop,kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may occasionally be required to extend for a period of time and may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 44 lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job,the employee will work in outside weather conditions(from extreme cold to extreme heat). Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud, although the ability to work with constant noise distractions is required. Please Note: The above examples and elements are intended only as an illustration of various types of work performed and related skill sets needed by the City and is not ail-inclusive. The job description is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. It is the policy of the City of Oak Park Heights to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons. All employment policies and practices shall be non-discriminatory,in compliance with federal laws, statutes and local ordinances. Page 19 of 194 APPENDIX C: Additional Employment Documents — PLEASE COMPLETE BY 3/15119 when 2019 forms are provided Page 20 of 194 FICUCE DEPA- RTMENT CITY OF OAK PAW HOGHTS t088 OAK PARK SLM NORTH-P.Q.Box 2oo7 QAK PARK HEIGHTS,MINNESOTA 55082 Brian Deposlz'T TELEPHONE:(661)439-4723 ChfFJo,`Pafir,� FAX(651)QM39 EMERGENCY:911 Date: ThS following named individual has nia-de applicstion tAqij tine Cit4 of fbF employment. Qak Park, Heigh.ts Last Name of Applicant: First Kafna.- Middle. Maiden, Alias or Former. Address- D'Efe Of Bir`;- Race: Gender(M or F):_ Se-ciall, SXOWL;ri�vf Number(ophonal). the Ck'0 0,1k Per'-z Heights to coriduct a bac1ground investigation. i also authorize Vn,-a Uinnasob- BuCaau of Criminal Apprehension to disclose all criminal history record h-iformation to the City of Oak Park eights Police Department for the purpose c; employ exit�'Ifith the City Of Oak Park i Eeicjhts. The aipination Of fil is authorizaton-5ha if be ane year from the date of my signature. 61� 01 —0 El TT—Two fj�F-i�7?11�1 I-_0 11�If n';'3�o ficani u u8, P r gu vw&�. fwua�sig 0 ��Z�c�Af ba&,9mwnd &Lack cnndclirflin, _ ,j h Uponf. X577e 62 Page 21 of 194 Form W-4 (2019) using this calculator if you have a more Specific Instructions complicated tax situation,such as if you Future developments. For the latest have a working spouse,more than one job, Personal Allowances Worksheet information about any future developments or a large amount of nonwage income not Complete this worksheet on page 3 first to related to Form W-4, such as legislation subject to withholding outside of your job. determine the number of withholding enacted after it was published,go to After your Form W-4 takes effect,you can allowances to claim. www.irs.gov/FormW4, also use this calculator to see how the g amount of tax you're having withheld Line C.Head of household please note: Purpose.Complete Form W-4 so that your Generally,you may claim head of householdcompares to your projected total tax for employer can withhold the correct federal 2019. 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Note that if you have too much tax more information about filing status. withheld,you will receive a refund when you Exemption from withholding.You may file your tax return.If you have too little tax Line E.Child tax credit.When you file your claim exemption from withholding for 2019 withheld,you will owe tax when you file your tax return,you may be eligible to claim a if both of the following apply. tax return,and you might owe a penalty. child tax credit for each of your eligible • children.To qualify,the child must be under For 2018 you had a right to a refund of all Filers with multiple jobs or working age 17 as of December 31, must be our federal income tax withheld because you spouses. If you have more than one job at g Y had no tax liability, and dependent who lives with you for more than a time,or if you're married filing jointly and half the year, and must have a valid social •For 2019 you expect a refund of all your spouse is also working, read all of the security number.To learn more about this federal income tax withheld because you instructions including the instructions for credit,see Pub.972,Child Tax Credit,To expect to have no tax liability. the Two-Earners/Multiple Jobs Worksheet reduce the tax withheld from your pay by If you're exempt,complete only lines 1,2, before beginning. taking this credit into account,follow the 3,4,and 7 and sign the form to validate it. Nonwage income.If you have a large instructions on line E of the worksheet.On Your exemption for 2019 expires February amount of nonwage income not subject to the worksheet you will be asked about your 17,2020.See Pub.505,Tax Withholding withholding,such as interest or dividends, total income. For this purpose,total income and Estimated Tax,to learn more about consider making estimated tax payments includes all of your wages and other whether you qualify for exemption from using Form 1040-1 Estimated Tax for income, including income earned by a withholding. Individuals.Otherwise,you might owe spouse if you are filing a joint return. additional tax.Or,you can use the Line F.Credit for other dependents. General Instructions Deductions,Adjustments,and Additional When you file your tax return,you may be g If you aren't exempt,fallow the rest of Income Worksheet on page 3 or the eligible to claim a credit for other these instructions to determine the number calculator at www.irs.gov/W4App to make dependents for whom a child tax credit sure you have enough tax withheld from can't be claimed,such as a uafi In child of withholding allowances you should claim your paycheck. 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For this purpose,total ----------------------------- Separate here and give Form W-4 to your employer.Keep the worksheets)for your records.. ----------------------------- Forn- Employee's Withholding Allowance Certificate OMB No.1545-0074 4 L1epa,trnen1 of tnc Treasu,;. 0-whether you're entitled to claim a certain number of allowances or exemption from withholding is in,ernai Revenue 'srAcc. subject to review by the IRS.Your employer maybe required to send a copy of chis form to the IRS. �_n 19 1 Your first name and middle initial Last name 2 Your social security number Home address(number and street or rural route) 3 ❑Single ❑Married ❑Married.but withhold at higher Single rate. Note:If married filing separately,check"Married.but withhold at higher Single rate." City or town,state,and ZIP code 4 If your last name differs from that shown on your social security card, check here.You must call aOO-772-1213 for a replacement card. ► ❑ 5 Total number of allowances you're claiming(from the applicable worksheet on the following pages) . . . . 5 6 Additional amount,if any,you want withheld from each paycheck . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 S 7 1 claim exemption from withholding for 2019,and I certify that I meet both of the following conditions for exemption. • Last year I had a right to a refund of all federal income tax withheld because I had no tax liability,and •This year I expect a refund of all federal income tax withheld because I expect to have no tax liability. If you meet both conditions,write"Exempt"here . . ► 17 Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this certificate and,to the best of my knowledge and belief,it is true,correct,and complete. Employee's signature (This form is not valid unless you sign it.)► Date► 8 Employer's name and address(Employer:Complete boxes Band 10 if sending to IRS and complete 9 First date of 10 Employer identification boxes 8,9,and 10 if sending to State Directory of New Hires.) employment number(Ell For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice,see page 4. Cat.No.102200 Form W-4(2019) Page 22 of 194 i 4' Oak Park Heights Request for Council Action Meeting Date January 22"_ 2019 Time Required: 1 Minutes Agenda Item Title: Approve Resolution Vacating Drainage and Utility Easement located in the Ridgecrest Oak Park Heights Plat. Agenda Placement Consent A e d Originating Department/Req stor: ric nson Cit Administrator Requester's Signature / Action Requested: Approve Resolution VacatingDrainage and Utility Easement located in the Rid ecrest Oak Park Heights Plat. Background/Justification (Please indicate if any previous action has been taken or if other public bodies have advised): Please see the attached MEMO and related documents. Page 23 of 194 pe City of oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park 13h•d. N•Box 2007.Oak Park Heights. MN 55082 +Phone(651)439-4439• Fax(65 t)439-0574 1!18119 MEMO 1 0 TO: Mayor and City Council �i l FROM: Eric Johnson,City Admi 'gtr ' RE: Vacate Drainage&Utility E ement idgecrest. Recently, the City has worked with the deve per of the Ridgecrest Development(Panera) to manage and exchange properties that are advantageous to both parties in order to re-develop this area and relocate the frontage roadway. This also included a platting of lands to create new parcels and boundaries and to establish new RIDGECREST OAK PARK HEIGHTS City Drainage and Utility Easements. MAP 1 These efforts were accomplished in late 2018 and the site is under - - -- -- _�-- construction. One item that was omitted (in error) was the vacation of = a public D&U easement that ran north south across the property. See MAP #1 --- This area is not anticipated to be necessary by the public and is f=_ requested to be vacated by the ��� Developer. !n order to vacate such t , t easement, the City must hold a public _ -s--- - -- -- H� — hearing on the matter. Enclosed is a copy of the Notice of Public Hearing and the related Draft resolution with Exhibit. o �.""" _.1 i~ . ..m�..,�., ��.K•ri. Staff recommends that the DSU ^—I, ------,.•-v- »' _ ;:r_' easement be vacated as shown in Map 1 as it is not anticipated to be -- ,,... - -- required by the public.Further,this has been replaced by new - -------- easements at the perimeter of each new parcel as required by City Ord 402.07, D.1. The Planning Commission did hold the required Public Hearing on 2110119 and did recommend the proposed vacation to the City Council. The Council is asked to approve the enclosed Resolution to complete this action. Enclosures: • Proposed Resolution • Notice of Pubic Hearing Page 24 of 194 RESOLUTION CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS A RESOLUTION VACATING CERTAIN CITY UTILITY EASEMENT Whereas,the City and the Developer(Ridgecrest Oak Park Heights I LLC),the"Owner"of lands hereby further identified by County Parcel # 0502920210013 and/or 0502920210025 have entered into a Developer's Agreement dated October 4t', 2018 that outlines specific parameters related to the redevelopment of such lands as well as the location and maintenance of both public and private utilities; and, Whereas, the Owner has sought amendments to the site and utility plans to accommodate site alterations and which were duly approved by the City for certain phases of development; and Whereas the Owner has now duly petitioned the City to vacate a drainage and utility easement as described herein and as shown in Exhibit A to this Resolution: Legal Description of Easement to Be Vacated by the City: That part of the drainage and utility easements as dedicated on and lying on the West 5.00 feet of Lot 1, Block 2, WAL-MART ADDITION, according to the recorded plat thereof, Washington County, Minnesota, lying south of the North 32.00 feet of said Lot 1 and lying northerly of the following described line: Commencing at the northeast corner of said Lot 1; thence South 01 degrees 11 minutes 01 seconds West, assumed bearing along the east line of said Lot 1, a distance of 33 7.26feet to the southerly line of MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RIGHT OF WAYMAP NUMBER 82-84, according to the recorded plat thereof, said Washington County and the point of beginning of the line to be described, thence North 88 degrees 49 minutes 16 seconds West to the west line of said Lot 1 and said line there terminating. Whereas the Planning Commission did hold a public hearing on the proposed vacation on January 10", 2019 and found in favor of such vacation. NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that the City Council for the City of Oak Park Heights does approve the following: Approved by the City Council this 22nd day of January,2019 Mayor Mary McComber Attest: Eric .lohnson, City Administrator Page 25 of 194 Exhibit A to Citv Resolution o2Q76 War4.ead ProM1en.'vrd^ eie,l+e. - 1NdaMcaI owner LZe 1.0b*L IML—YAR7 AMM" nertn f6ns eCr J,Brad Z AVe_UWr AM rOV Swrr.arH r of 40;'wrc f 1 O.oc�ev� or' fiv.rrrcr;oCrr aprt or 1NaMolf!CvrC u7Jity I O MCY AW Na C7-E4 0 05""""f !0 60 movto 20 \ / I ry \ n o � I � y ra f o � n �r J I � r Car!Lf,.tat f,9 k 7, f patIAaI A001r, l f � f I f c� ` f / dR^ar;r,enC ar rasswrorb+ 7 gt'yw1 ar aby / e A188049 6"W ` I f Fan .00y FMdre Ma dl \s I 20 I r L _ - - _— _ J `ot part of the drainage and utility casements as dedicated on and lying an the :Pest 5.00 feet of Lot 1, Block 2, —WART AD01770N, according to the recorded plat thereof, Washington County, Minnosoto, lying south of the North feet of said Lot 1 and lying northerly of the following described line: Commencing of the northeast comer of said Lot 1; thence South 01 degrees 11 minutes 07 seconds West, ass re_ bearing along the ecst line of said Lot 1, a distance of 33728 feet to the southerly line of MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTARON RIGHT OF WAY NAP NUM&ER 82-84, according to the recorded plat thereof, said Washington County and the point of beginning of the line tc be described, thence .North 8d degrees 49 minutes 16 seconds West to the west line of said Lot I and said line there terminoting. 1a= 0813012018 00130195K=0'2.c wg Rr'dgecrest Oak Wfts#wood Park Heights I Easement Vacation 1Qoonad���Tf� afeY Plrrlc hEe{ghta. WV Ethibit Page 26 of 194 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER VACATION OF PUBLIC DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA On January 10th, 2019, the Planning Commission will hold public hearing pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 462.358,subd.7 and§412.851 regarding the vacation of public Drainage and Utility Easement controlled by the City of Oak Park Heights as was conveyed to the City with the associated Plat_ The City seeks to determine if the vacation of such easement is in the interest of the public, inasmuch as the.Easement is in conflict with the approved Ridgecrest Development,has been replaced by other easements and is located, north of 58"' street, west of Norell Ave. and South of STH 36, upon Parcel #s: 0502920210013 and/or 0502920210025 and is further described below. Legal Description of Easement to Be Vacated by the City: That part of the drainage and utility easements as dedicated on and lying on the West 5.00 feet of Lot 1, Block 2, WAL-MART ADDITION, according to the recorded plat thereof, Washington County, Minnesota, lying south of the North 32.00 feet of said Lot I and lying northerly of the following described line: Commencing at the northeast comer of said Lot 1;thence South 0I degrees 11 minutes 01 seconds West,assumed bearing along the east line of said Lot 1,a distance of 337.26 feet to the southerly line of MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RIGHT OF WAY MAP NUMBER 82-84, according to the recorded plat thereof, said Washington County and the point of beginning of the line to be described;thence North 88 degrees 49 minutes 16 seconds West to the west line of said Lot I and said line there terminating. The public hearing shall be held before the Planning Commission on Thursday, January I0", 2019 at 6:00 o'clock p.m.at the City Hall, 14168 Oak Park Blvd.N.,Oak Park Heights,Minnesota 55082. All written and oral comments will be considered. Review of the findings and recommendation of the Planning Commission is anticipated to be held by the City Council on Tuesday,January 22nd,2019 at 6:00 o'clock p.m.at the City Hall Dated this 19'Day of December,2018 BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL. 441— Eric Johnson,City Administrator Page 27 of 194 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Page 28 of 194 Oak Park Heights Request for Council Action Meeting Date January 22nd 2019 Time Required: 10 Minutes Agenda Item Title: Cily Utilit U d - 18 ehensive Plan Elements. l Agenda Placement New Business ends r Originating Department/ questor: Jon n Citv Administrator Requester's Signature Z;Z Action Requested: See Below ✓� Background/Justification (PI/ese indicate if any previous action has been taken or if other public bodies have advised): City Engineer Lee Mann will be presenting an update about the City water, sanitary and stormwater 10-year plan updates. These are inter-related with the general Comprehensive Plan. No action is needed at this time; however, Staff felt a general update was valuable. Please see the attached MEMO and related documents. Complete draft documents are available at City Hall and can also be emailed. Page 29 of 194 Stantec Memo To: City of Oak Park Heights, City Council From: Lee Mann, P.E. City Engineer File: 193801828 Date: January 22, 2019 Reference: City Utility Comprehensive Plans This memo provides a summary of the updates of the City's comprehensive utility plans that have been performed in conjunction with the City's overall Comprehensive Plan update. In general, these plans provide a tool for the City to plan and operate the water, sewer and storm water systems, now and for the future. Water System Master Pian The updated Water System Master Plan is the culmination of existing system evaluations and future planning, based on the 2040 land use plan provided in the City Comprehensive Plan. The updated water system model analyzes the ability of the City's water system to supply the necessary flow now and in the future, as the system is expanded. The analysis indicates that City's water supply system is at its limits. The City cannot consider expanding its system without constructing a third well. In addition, all public water suppliers in Minnesota must have a Water Supply Plan (WSP) approved by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The Oak Park Heights WSP was approved February 2018 and is attached to the 2018 Comprehensive Plan as an appendix. The WSP includes a description and evaluation of the City's water supply system, emergency preparedness procedures and a water conservation plan. Comprehensive Sewer Plan The Oak Park Heights Comprehensive Sewer Plan (CSP) updates previous sewer planning efforts and describes in detail the City's current sanitary sewer system. The report has been based on the land use and population data provided in Oak Park Heights' Comprehensive Plan Update, The City's current trunk sewer system serves the entire City. The existing system is in good condition. Sewer modeling was performed to evaluate the system for the City's ultimate conditions. The modeling shows no major capacity issues in the City's existing sewer system. No major sewer upgrades are being proposed within the City as part of the CSP. As part of the CSP update, MCES wanted cities to focus on eliminating their inflow and infiltration (III) issues. The City of Oak Park Heights does not currently have an Ill issue based on flow monitoring provided to the City from MCES. The report reflects this and discusses the practices in place to monitor and help prevent III from occurring. Storm Water The Local Surface Water Management Plan (LSWMP) serves as a comprehensive planning document to guide the City in managing its surface water resources and storm sewer system. Issues to be managed include rate control, water quality, volume control, wetland management and floodplain/shoreland management, The City's LSWMP meets current requirements detailed in Minnesota Statutes 103B and Rules 8410, administered by the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR). The LSWMP is also consistent with the goals and policies of the Metropolitan Council. In addition to issues relating to rate and volume control and water quality that the City identifies, the document serves as a guide for the City to identify capital improvements relating to surface water. 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Page 35 of 194 TPC3601 Thurston Avenue N, Suite 100 Anoka, MN 55303 Phone: 763.231.5840 Facsimile. 763.427.0520 TPC§PlanningCo.corn MEMORANDUM Council Resolution is Attached that seeks to authorize the submission to the MET COUNCIL - See Page TO: Eric Johnson 4 of this MEMO. FROM: Scott Richards DATE: January 15, 2019 RE: Oak Park Heights — Comprehensive Plan 2018 — City Council TPC FILE: 226.10 METROPOLITAN COUNCIL PRELIMINARY REVIEW On November 13, 2018, the City received the preliminary comments from the Metropolitan Council regarding the draft Comprehensive Plan. Please find attached the letter and the changes that have been made to the Comprehensive Plan to address the comments provided by Metropolitan Council staff. Only those sections and maps that have been amended are included. In many of the sections, there were no or minor amendments. The amendments are summarized below following the format of the Metropolitan Council letter. Please note that there is an overlap of page numbers. Once the draft is finalized the page numbers will be realigned. A public hearing was scheduled for the December 12, 2018 Planning Commission meeting regarding the amendments to the Comprehensive Plan. The Planning Commission, at the December 12, 2018 meeting recommended the City Council approve the changes to the plan. Forecasts (Page 2 of Metropolitan Council Letter) 1 . The household's number was corrected in the table on page 57. 2. The revised employment forecasts were updated in the table on page 57. 3. The land use table and associated text was updated on pages 75 and 76. 4. The TAZ forecast table was updated on page 100. Land Use (Page 3 of Metropolitan Council Letter) 1 . A Community Designation map was added on page 32. 2. A discussion of each future land use category and potential development was added on page 76. 3. The land use table and associated text was updated on pages 75 and 76. 4. The Proposed Land Use Map on page 76 was updated. Page 36 of 194 5. The net developable acreage is found on the land use table on page 75. 6. The text was updated to include the expectations for Suburban density on page 74. Housing (Pages 3, 4 5 and 6 of Metropolitan Council Letter) 1 . A table that includes the number of publicly subsidized units was added on page 73. 2. A table that indicates the number of housing cost burdened households was added on page 70. 3. Text was added to address housing needs on pages 70 and 73. 4. The land use table and associated text was updated on pages 75 and 76. 5. The Implementation Plan section of Housing was updated to include a discussion of housing programs on pages 157-159. 6. The housing value map was updated on page 71 . Wastewater Services (Pages 6 and 7 of Metropolitan Council Letter) 1 . Lee Mann, the City Engineer is in the process of addressing the comments on wastewater. Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems (Page 7 of Metropolitan Council Letter) 1 . Lee Mann, the City Engineer is in the process of addressing the comments on subsurface sewage treatment systems. Aggregate Resources (Page 7 of Metropolitan Council Letter) 1 . A section on aggregate resources was added on page 27. Transportation (Page 8 of Metropolitan Council Letter) 1 . The numbers of lanes for principal and A-minor arterials was added on page 79. 2. The forecasted traffic volumes for 2040 had been requested and were received from the Metropolitan Council. The text on page 84 and the Traffic Volumes map on page 85 were updated. 3. The text was updated to discuss the transit market areas on page 90. 4. The text was updated to reflect that Highway 36 is an express bus corridor on page 104. 5. The Regional Connections Map on page 152 and the Proposed Park and Trail Map on page 154 was updated to reflect the Regional Bicycle Transportation network. 6. The transportation maps were updated to include local streets in the map legends. 7. The discussion of pedestrian and bicycle facilities was updated on page 104. 8. The text was updated to clarify that on-street trails are to be used by both pedestrians and bicyclists. 2 Page 37 of 194 9. The text was changed to reflect the phrase accessible for people with disabilities. Regional Parks and Trails (Page 9 of Metropolitan Council Letter) 1 . The Regional Connections Map on page 152 and the Proposed Parks and Trails Map on page 154 were updated to reflect the regional connections. 2. The text on page 138 was revised to reference the Regional Bicycle Transportation corridors on the Regional Connections Map. 3. The plan's Introduction was updated to reflect that this plan updates the Park and Trail System plan. Solar 1 . A table of the City's gross solar and rooftop potential was added on page 60. 2. Solar implementation strategies were added in the Implementation section on page 161 . Implementation (Page 9 and 10 of Metropolitan Council Letter) 1 . The text was updated to indicate that the City will review and update its official controls within nine months of adopting the 2040 plan on page 164. 2. The text related to plan review and financial planning was updated on page 155. 3. The text related to mid and high-density projects was updated on pages 156 and 157. TIMELINE FOR FINAL REVIEW AND APPROVAL The Planning Commission held a public hearing at their December 12, 2018 meeting and recommended the final draft of the plan. At their January 22, 2018 meeting, the City Council will review and consider whether to authorize Staff to forward the plan to the Metropolitan Council. See The ATTACHED ATTACHMENTS RESOLUTION to authorize the document to be forwarded to the 1 . Letter from Metropolitan Council — November 13 MET COUNCIL 2. Community Designations Map — Page 32 3. Existing Land Use Map — Page 33 4. Housing Values Map — Page 71 5. Proposed Land Use Map — Page 76 6. Functional Classification Map — Page 82 7. Transportation Plan Map — Page 96 8. Regional Connections Map — Page 152 9. Proposed Parks and Trails Map — Page 154 10.Land Use, Transportation and Implementation Sections Pc: Julie Hultman 3 Page 38 of 194 RESOLUTION NO. CITY COUNCIL CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS WASHINGTON COUNTY,MINNESOTA A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF THE CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 2018, A COMPILATION OF POLICY STATEMENTS, GOALS, STANDARDS, AND MAPS FOR GUIDING THE OVERALL DEVELOPMENT AND REDEVELOPMENT OF THE CITY, TO THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WHEREAS,Minnesota Statutes section 473.864 requires each local government to review and, if necessary, amend its entire comprehensive plan and its fiscal devices and official controls at least once every ten years to ensure its comprehensive plan conforms to metropolitan system plans and ensure its fiscal devised and official controls do not conflict with metropolitan system plans; and WHEREAS,Minnesota Statutes sections 473.858 and 473.864 require local government units to complete their"decennial"reviews by December 31, 2018; and WHEREAS,the City Council of the City of Oak Park Heights authorized the review and update of its Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS,the City of Oak Park Heights proposed Comprehensive Plan 2018 is a planning tool intended to guide the future growth and development of the City of Oak Park heights in a manner that conforms with the metropolitan system plans and complies with the Metropolitan Land Planning Act and other applicable planning statutes; and WHEREAS,the proposed Oak Park Heights Comprehensive Plan 2018 reflects a community planning process conducted in the years 2017 through 2018 involving elected officials, appointed officials, city staff, the public and other stakeholders; and WHEREAS,pursuant to Minnesota Statues section 473.858, the proposed Comprehensive Plan 2018 was submitted to adjacent governmental units and affected special districts and school districts for review and comment on June 29, 2018, and the statutory six-month review and comment period has elapsed; and WHEREAS,Minnesota Statues section 473.858 requires a local governmental unit to submit its proposed comprehensive plan to the Metropolitan Council following recommendation by the Planning Commission and after consideration but before final approval by the governing body of the local governmental unit; and Page 39 of 194 WHEREAS,the Oak Park Heights Planning Commission has considered the proposed Comprehensive Plan 2018, held an open house and public hearing on April 12, 2018, a public hearing on December 12, 2018, and thereafter submitted its recommendation to the City Council of the City of Oak Park Heights; and WHEREAS,based on its review of the proposed Comprehensive Plan and Planning Commission and staff recommendations, the City Council is ready to submit its proposed plan to the Metropolitan Council for review pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 473.864; and WHEREAS,the City Council of the City of Oak Park Heights does hereby make the following resolution: NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVES THE FOLLOWING: A. The City Council of the City of Oak Park Heights hereby authorizes the submittal of the proposed Comprehensive Plan 2018 to the Metropolitan Council pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 473.864 for review. B. Copies of the proposed Comprehensive Plan 2018 are on file for public review at City Hall. Approved by the City Council of the City of Oak Park Heights this 22nd day of January 2019. Mary McComber, Mayor ATTEST: Eric A. Johnson, City Administrator 2 Page 40 of 194 1 i. r November 13, 2018 Scott Richards; Consulting Planner City of Oak Park Heights 3601 Thurston Avenue North Anoka. MN 55303 RB; Preliminary Review of the City of Oak Park Heights 2040 Comprehensive Plan i Metropolitan Council District 1 Metropolitan Council Review File No. 22079-0 Dear Mr. Richards: Metropolitan Council (Council) staff have reviewed the preliminary draft of the City of Oak Park Heights 2040 Comprehensive Plan (Plan), received on September 12, 2018 and additional forecast information provided October 9, 2018. In the preliminary review, staff focused on whether the draft Plan appeared to be complete and contained any major system issues or policy conflicts. Time did not permit as thorough of review as lotherrwhen the Plan is important mattes thatially were not�idenntified during thisitted for Council ew. A more preliminary detailed review mayreveal review. When addressing the matters in this letter. City staff are advised to refer to the City's Checklist of Minimum Requirements and the City's System Statement, which are available on the Oak Park Heights' Community Page of the online Local Planning Handbook: City of Oak Park Heights Community Page: hs:Ill heniine.metc.state.mn.us1CommPa e?ctu=2395285&a iicant=Qak%2dPark%20Hei tt h is City of Oak Park Heights Checklist of Minimum Requirements: htt s:1/metrocauncil.or IHai�dbookIFiieslOhecklistI02395285 QakParkHei hts Checklist.as x City of Oak Park Heights System Statement: htt s:/Imetraco�7r7cil.0r IComnpunitieslPlannin /Local-Plannin -Assistance/S stem- Stafemer�ts/S stem-Statements/02395285 QakParkHei hts 201655.as x Complete for Reviewfy any The preliminary review found the following sections complete for review and did`fie offerlthe belowlor system issues or policy conflicts: Surface Water Management and Water Supply. advisory comments for your consideration. Surface Water Management (Jirn Larsen, 651-602-1151) The City lies within the oversight boundaries of the Middle Saint Croix Watershed Management organization, and the Valley Branch and Browns Creek Watershed Districts. The City submitted a draft Local Water commented on the draft LWMP to tpheaCity andin pWaterr heds in aaletter da staff ed reviewed and co - Septernber 12, 2018. •0Rol:)ert Street North I Saint Paul,MN "� �' Pa`tfT 3POLITNN 11 C d U N C I L Scott Richards, Consulting Planner November 13,2018 Page 2 of 10 Advisor Comlrlents If available at the time the City submits its formal Plan, the City should provide the complete final LWMP in an Appendix in the Plan and a Water Resources summary in the body of the Plan (as was done with the draft LWMP in this preliminary review submission), incorporating any recommended revisions from the Council and Watershed reviews of the draft LWMP. If available at the time the formal Plan is submitted, we also request that the City provide to the Council the dates the three Watersheds approved the LWMP and the date the City adopted the final LWMP. Incomplete for Review The following sections of the draft Plan are considered incomplete. Forecasts (Todd Graham, 651-602-1322) The Plan is incomplete for the City forecasts and land supply for future growth. The Plan includes the forecasts for the City (p. 57). There is an apparent error in the table provided: the 2040 households number should be 2,600 (not 6,800). The Plan states (p. 57); 'These forecasts are accepted by the City as the basis for growth, with the exception of the employment numbers, which the City projects will be less than what is provided by the Metropolitan Council." Council staff and the City's planner have discussed substitute employment numbers. In supplemental information received October 9, 2018, Council and City staff agree to the following revised employment forecast (shown underlined): Census Estimates —System Statement Revised Forecasts 2010 2017 2024 2030 2040 2020 20302040 Papulation 4445 4742 4880 5300 5700 4880 5300 5700 Households 1911 2257 2200 2420 2600 2200 2420 2600 Employment 4358 4494 5900 6800 ; 7500 4800 5100 5500 This revised forecast should appear in the formal submittal of the Plan where employment forecasts are discussed. The Plan does not sufficiently describe how land supply for future development (or redevelopment) accommodates the community's growth forecast. An inventory of potential development and redevelopment sites is not provided. The planned land use table describes only minimal additions of new land supply: 7 acres of low-density, 5 acres of medium-density and 5 acres of high-density land. This falls short of the expectation of guiding enough land to accommodate the growth forecast: 343 additional households during 2017-2040. Advisor Comments • The TAZ forecast table on P. 99 should reflect the revised employment forecast, as discussed above. • The employment figures in the Comprehensive Sewer Plan should reflect the revised employment forecast, as discussed above. Page 42 of 194 Scott Richards, Consulting Planner November 13,2418 Page 3 of 10 Land Use (Freya Thamman, 651-502-1750) The Plan is incomplete for land use. Additional information is also needed to ensure consistency with Council policy ofmlanninn tg for forecastbe cornpRete�farntial review,vtth at a he Plandnensitya# eeds to least 5 unitslacre for Suburban address the following issues orourrity Designation •� ma map acknowledging the City's Community's designation. if the The Plan needs to include City wishes, it can use the individualized Community designation map linked below; htt s:f/mefrncourrcil.or INandboaWFiles/Cornunit -Desi natrarr- �� Ma /JPGI02395285 DakDarkHekihts Cammunit Desi nationa as x. SEE:uture Land Use o include discussion of each future land es category, The future land use section needs tses, allowed housing types suchas allowed uses for each category (i.e, for residential u mum and maximum densities for all single-family, duplexes, townhomes, etc.), and the mini QY1 categories that allow residential uses, llow a mix of uses {i.e 6usinesslResidential It appears that some categories may a cry, the Plan needs to define an expected share of Transition). For each 'mixed use" categ individual land uses and identify the permitted density range, if there are residential The future land use categories shown in the text, as well as associated table (p- ) and figure (p.80) need to be consistent throughout the Plan, For example, the future land use figure has Business/Residential Transition, but the table does not include this category. Density To be consistent with Council policy, the City's Plan needs to support forecasted growth an at a density of at least 5 unitslacre. To do so, the land use plan needs demonstrate that residential development will occur at appropriate densities to accommodate the forecasted growth and is consistent with the density policy of 5 unitslacre for the Suburban planning area designation. Currently there are 17 acres shown for new residential land (supporting 67-121 residential units at approximately 3.9 unitslacre). The Plan needs to identify where forecasted residential growth will happen on your Future Land Use Map, showing new development and re-development areas, associated residential density range, and when residential development is anticipated to happen. Examples of how this is shown is linked here (at 17; 28 minutes) htf s:Ilwww. outube.cc)m/watch?v-gur' CbuMww&feature- o�tu.be `$ The Plan needs to provide the net developable acreage for each residential land use. It is G �c OK to exclude wetlands and natural water bodies, public parks and open space, arterial 3 road rights of-way, and natural resource lands protected by local plans and ordinances (i.e, steep slopes, wetland buffers, tree preservation)from area calculations. Advisor Comments , �L� E- �` It is suggested that the Plan indicate that the density expectations for Suburban communities are at least five units (htt s:llmetrocQtrrrcif.or /Handbook/Filesjhrive- �(7't t. SurnmarieslPolicy-Suburb an,ayx), COCAS Housing (Hilary Lovelace, 651-602-1555) The Pian is incomplete for Housing review, incomplete. inconsistent items and advisory comments are described below. Page 43 of 194 Scott Richards,Consulting Planner November 13,2018 Page 4 of 10 Incomplete items Existing Housing Needs ■ Number of publicly subsidized housing units are noted on P. 70, but are not described by type. The stated number is also much lower than Council data suggests. These figures can be found on the community's Existing Housing Assessment. (htt s.:Ilmetrocouncil.or /H andbook/FileslExistin -Housin - Assessment102395285 OakParkHei hts Existin Hs .as x) • The number of existing households experiencing housing cost burden should be broken out by AMI category. These figures can be found on the community's Existing Housing Assessment. (htfns:Ilrnetrocouncil.ar (HandbooklFile lExistinq-Housiraa- Assessmentl0h3g5265 DakParkHei hts Existin Hs ,as x} • The narrative analysis of existing housing needs is not sufficient. The Plan should clearly indicate the housing needs of existing residents and at a minimum address the components of the existing housing assessment. including households experiencing housing cost burden. Projected Housing Need • Land guided to address the City's allocation of affordable housing need for 2021-2030 is not sufficiently described for review. The land use table on page 75 does not show land guided for development within periods of time that fit within the required decade of 2021-2030. • The Plan states that there are 56 acres of undeveloped land. The table on page 75 shows 5 acres guided for high density residential. Guiding more land as High Density Residential in the 2021-2030 decade or some other land use category with a density of at least 8 units/acre are needed to meet the City's allocation. 1mPlementation Plan • Please list the specific public programs, fiscal devices, and other specific actions that Washington County CDA to meet the need of rehabilitating aging property and any other housing needs identified, This may include Washington County CDA's Gap Financing for Redevelopment and Rental Owner Occupied Housing (GROW)_ Include in what circumstances this would be used (specific property conditions, areas of the cpmmuni#y, to serve households of a specific AMI, after a City resolution or policy is passed, etc.) To learn more about the powers of EDAs and HRAs, please see the CitDevelopment Powers le Create Legal Entities in the Local Planning Handbook y (htt s./Imetrocotincil.or MlHandbookfFilesIResourceslracf-SheetIHOC151NGICit - Developent-Powers-to-Create-Le al-Entitiesas x) • LCA programs are discussed in detail, however, there is very little detail on what types of projects, serving what %AMi and special populations, would be served with these programs. Circumstances of when this funding will be applied for and how it will be used, as best as the community knows now, is required. • Rental license and inspection programs as well as ground maintenance regulations described on page 74 require more context about when they will be implemented (if not already), Inconsistent Items Projected Housing Needs • used on minimum units per acre, it appears that High Density Residential is the only residential land use that is guiding minimum residential densities that can support the City's total allocation of affordable housing need for 2021-2030. The table describes that it is likely that 5 acres of land will develop as High Density, This would calculate to 40 units that could Page 44 of 194 Scott Richards,Consulting Planner November 13,2018 Page 5 of 10 be priced low enough to be affordable to households making less than 80% AMI, which is lower than the community's allocation of housing need. The development of senior affordable housing (page 73) is not sufficient to support the City's share of the region's need for affordable housing between 2021 and 2030. City support for both affordable senior housing and its share of future affordable housing needs are both good policy goals but are not interchangeable. Im ie� mentation Plan Some widely used tools to adress tools must be ack nowledged,t includedng needs are not Plan. consistent, t and he Plan should ate if, and iso,when and why, the City would consider using them to address housing needs: « Housing Bond issuance by municipalities (htt s://metracoc�ncit.or lHandbooklFileslResources/Fact-Sheet IHOUSINGIMunici al-Bond- lssuance.as x} Tax Abatement (htf s://metrocouneil.or /Nandboak/Fr1es/Resources/Fact- • 5heet//-laUS1NG/7'ax-Abatement,aspx} • Tax Increment Financing (T)F} htt .px etrocouncil.or HanOook/Fites/Resources/Fact- Sheet/HQUSING/Tax-Iticreme►it-Financin .as x} « City support or direct application to specific resources within the Consolidated RFP put out by Minnesota Housing (htt s://metrocouncil.or Nandbook/FifeslResources/Facf- SheeUNC]USlNGIThe-Consolidated-RFP.as x} • Use of CDBG or HOME funding tinro�.igh collaboration with Washington County Site assembly, which can be very helpful for gaining control of vacant or abandoned property, inciuding partnering witr the Land Bank Twin Cities (hft s://metrocouncil.or hlandbcok/Files/Resources/Fact-SheetlHOUSINGISite- Assembl .as x} Fair Housing Policy (see more detail in the advisory comments) Participation in housing-related organizations, partnerships, and initiatives (htt s:l/metrocouncN.or IHandbook/Files/ResotirceslFacf-SheetIHOUSING/Collaboratin - on-Housin -Strate ies.as x) ■ Preservation of expiring low-income housing tax credit properties • Examination of zoning and subdivision policies that may create barriers to the development of more affordable housing or reuse/redevelopment of existing non-residential structures. (hft s:llmetrocouncil.or /Handbook/FilesIResources/Fact-SheedHOUS1NGIHousin - fm /emenfation-tonin -and-Subdivisioi7-Ord.as x} « First time homebuyer down payment assistance (htt s:/Imetrocouncil.or /Nandbook/Files/Resources/Fact- SheetlF/QUSING/Homeownershi -Su ort-Pro rams.as x) Specific tools that preserve naturally occurring affordabie housing, including Housing Improvement Areas, partnerships with sources of preservation financing (MN Housing, Greater Minnesota Housing Fund's NOAH Impact Fund), and 4(d) tax incentives. (htt L11metrocouncil.or /Handbook/FisourceslFacf-Sheat/HQU /eslReSFNG/Housin Preservation.as x) ■ Advocating for a Community Land Trust model and/or coo perationtsupp Rivers ort for Two Community Land Trust to create and preserve affordable homeownership opportunities For more information on how to create a complete and consistent implementation plan, including examplesme rooacseUrefer or° the Linking Tools to Needs resource in the Local Planning Handbook (htt sJA fNandbookIFilesIResourr esIFact-SheetIHQUSING/L'nkr Tools-to-Needs,as x) Page 45 of 194 Scott Richards, Consulting Planner November 13, 2018 Page 6 of 10 Advisory Comments: ■ Council staff encourages the City to identify a timeline for researching and considering an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) policy or allow them as a permitted use. ` • On Page 74, Council staff suggests clarifying what the "creation" of affordable housing lots means. For the map of home values, consider changing the value for 80% AMI to $243,500, which Is the home value affordable to those earning 80% AMI in 2018, (htt s:Ilmetr)councif.a ICommunitiesl5ervicesl ivable-Cu ommnities-Grantsl2017- + e lh ©wnershi -and Rent-Affvrdal�ilit -Limits.as x ► The number of housing units affordable to households by income are sourced to Metropolitan Council but are far off the Metropolitan Council's ExistingHousing Assessment figures. The Existing Mousing Assessment provides more up-to-date gures, (htt s./Imetrocounc17.or IH andbook/FileslExistin -Housin Assessment/02395285 GakParkHei rhts Existirn7Hs • With respect to a Fair Housing policy, local fair housing policies do not mean that cities should or can manage or administer Fair Housing complaints. Rather, a local fair housing Policy ensures the City is aware of fair housing requirements with regard to housing decisions and provides sufficient resources to educate and refer residents who feel their fair housing rights have been violated (this can be as simple as having links to resources on the City's website). The Metropolitan Council will require a local Fair Housing policy as a requirement to draw upon Livable Communities Act (LCA) awards beginning in 2019. To learn more, please review the following resources: o Creating a Local Fair Housing Policy webinar: htt s:llwww.Voytabp.cam/watch?v=38JY4DNGnZ8&eature-youfu.be o Best Practices: htt s:Ilmetrocounci[ar IN HaandbooklPianitlFd--A I Iebinar-Fair-Housin - r7daUt2.aspx o Policy Template: htt s://mefrocQuncii.n—IL'andko�inin /VVebinars.aspx- click on Handout 1 under the Implementing A Local Fair Housing Policy at the bottom of the screen Wastewater Services (RogerJanzig, 651-602.1119) The Plan is incomplete for Wastewater Services. To be complete for review. the Plan, needs include the following:. • A table that details adopted community sewered forecasts in 10-year increments to 2040 for households and employment. This data needs to be broken down by areas served by the Metropolitan Disposal System and subsurface sewage treatment systems (SSTS). • An electronic map or maps (GIS shape files or equivalent) showing the following information regarding the existing sanitary sewer system. o Lift stations. o Existing connections points to the metropolitan disposal system, o Future connection points for new growth if needed. o Local sewer service districts by connection point. o Intercommunity connections. • Copy of intercommunity service agreements entered into with an adjoining community, including a map of areas covered by the agreement. • Table or tables that assigns 2040 growth forecasts by Metropolitan interceptor facility. • Describe the requirements and standards in your community for minimizing inflow and infiltration (1i1): Page 46 of 194 Scott Richards,Consulting Planner November 13,2018 Page 7 of 10 v include a copy of the local ordinance or resolution that prohibits discharge from sump pumps, foundation: drains, and/or rain leaders to the sanitary sewer system. o include a copy of the local ordinance or resolution requiring the disconnection of existing foundation drains, sump pumps, and roof leaders from the sanitary sewer system. • Describe the sources, extent, and significance of existing inflow and infiltration in both the municipal and private sewer systems: v include a breakdown of residential housing stock age within the community into pre- and post- 1970 era, and what percentage of pre-1970 era private services have been evaluated for 111 susceptibility and repair. o Include the measured or estimated amount of clearwater flow generated from the public municipal and private sewer systems. o Include a cost summary for remediating the 111 sources identified in the community. If previous Ill mitigation work has occurred in the community, include a summary of flow reductions and investments completed- if costs for mitigating 1l1 have not been analyzed, include the anticipated wastewater service rates or other costs attributed to inflow and infiltration. Describe the implementation plan for preventing and eliminating excessive inflow and infiltration from entering both the municipal and private sewer systems. o Include a list of priorities for 111 mitigation projects based on flow reduction, budget, schedule, or other criteria. o Include a schedule and the related financial mechanisms planned yr needed to implement the ill mitigation strategy. • For new trunk sewer systems that require connection to the Metropolitan Disposal System: v A table that details the proposed time schedule for the construction of the new trunk sewer system. a Type and capacity of the treatment facilities, whether municipally or privately owned. o Copies of the associated National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) or State Disposal System (SDS) permits. • Map or maps (GIS shape files or equivalent) showing the following information: (6 SSTS) o Location of sub-surface sewage treatment systems. o Location of nonconforming systems or systems with problems Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems (SSTS) (Jim Larsen, 651-642-1151) The Plan is incomplete for SSTS review. The Plan will need to include a map depicting the location of the six remaining individual SSTS in the City. Council staff suggests adding their locations to the Comprehensive Sewer Plan Appendix G Sanitary Sewer System Map. Aggregate Resources (Jim Larsen,651-602-1151) The Plan is incomplete for aggregate resources. The Council's aggregate resources inventory information contained in Minnesota Geological Survey Information Circular 46 indicates that there are several small isolated sand and gravel deposits in the City. but no aggregate resource deposits that are likely to be of sufficient size to be economically viable for mining in the nearly fully urbanized community. The formal Plan needs to indicate that there are no aggregate resources available for mining in the City or provide a summary of any known, potentially available resources or active mining operations within the City. Page 47 of 194 Scott Richards,Consulting Planner November 13, 2018 Page 8of10 Transportation (Heidi Schallberg, 651-602-1721) The Plan is incomplete for Transportation, To be complete for review. the Plan needs to address the following: • identify the existing and future number of lanes for principal and A-minor arterials. The existing number of lanes was only identified for Highway 36 as a principal arterial. If no changes to the number of lanes are planned, this should be specified in the Plan. Q. � 'tS lsa Forecasted traffic volumes must be for 2040. The draft Plan includes forecasted numbers for 2030. For transit, the Plan must describe the community in relationship to the transit market areas (Ill and V for Oak Park Heights) and describe the appropriate level of service for these market areas. • For transit, the Plan needs to include that Highway 36 is an express bus corridor in the TPP. a,o For bicycling, the Plan needs to map and describe the Tier 2 Regional Bicycle Transportation Network (RBTN) alignments in the City. The reap should also show the relationship of the RBTN to the local bicycle network, including all existing and planned connections and local activity centers. Advisory omments Roadways vo� • if heavy commercial average annual daily traffic (NCAA,©T) is available for the principal and + A-minor arterials in the City, the data should be included on the map of current traffic `�'3����•- volumes. • On the functional classification map, Council staff suggest Including local streets in the map legend. Transit � � �* �E< • Because the City is within two transit market areas, Council staff suggest including a map of those transit market areas in relationship to the City. ► Bicycling and Walking. • The transportation chapter refers to the parks chapter for discussion of bicycling and walking. Biking and walking are transportation modes, not just recreation. Including more discussion of these modes in transportation would help integrate planning for these modes as part of transportation to help the community reach its stated goals of making connections to pedestrian destinations, schools, etc. It would be useful to map pedestrian facilities in relation to these types of destinations, not just parks. • Clarify if on-street trails as described on page 130 are intended and marked for use by both pedestrians and bicyclists. • It is generally preferred to use people-first language in relation to people with disabilities. On pages 130 and 133, the phrase "disability accessible" is used in relation to trails. Suggest changing this to "accessible for people with disabilities." Page 48 of 194 Scott Richards, Consulting Planner November 13.2016 tk'9 Page 9 of 10 Regional Parks and Trails (Freya Thamman, 651-60.2-1750) The Plan is incomplete for Regional Parks and Trails. To be complete for review, the Plan needs to map and identify the Middle St. Croix Valley Regional Trail Search Corridor. The j 13 regional trail search corridor travels through Stillwater, Oak Park Heights, Bayport, Baytown Township, West Lakeland Township, and Lakeland as it connects to the Browns Creek State Trail. Linked here is a Jpg with the search corridor, which can be included in the City's Plan: 16 Qhtt s.11metrocouncil.or andlbook/Files/Re canal-Parks- S stem/JPG/02395285 )akParkkiei hts Parks.as x. Advisory Comments The City may want to consider updating Plan's Introduction, which states that the City will be updating its Comprehensive Park and Trail System Plan. Solar (Camerae Bailey, 651-602-1212) The Plan is incomplete and inconsistent with statutory requirements (Minn. Stat. 473.859. Subd. 2; Section 103B.235) and Council policy regarding planning for the protection and development of access to direct sunlight for solar energy systems as required by the Metropolitan Land Planning Act (MLPA). The Plan needs to include the solar resource map's corresponding calculations of the community's gross solar and rooftop solar resource. These calculations can be found on the community's Community Page on the Local Planning Handbook. Advisory Comments There are very good solar policies and goals in the Pian. Council staff recommend enrolling in the following cost-free programs, which are designed to provide planning, technical, and policy assistance to local Minnesota governments, as additional "solar implementation strategies" in your Plan: • U.S. Dept. of Energy's SolSmart Program - Solar Permitting, Zoning, and Development • MN GreenStep Cities Program — Sustainability Best Practices • Xcel Energy's Partners in Energy Program — Energy Action Plan development Implementation (Freya Thamman, 651-602-1750) The Plan is incomplete for implementation. Additional implementation information,'as discussed above in the Housing and Wastewater sections, is required. The implementation chapter lists possible improvement projects and indicates that the chapter should be reviewed and updated each year at the beginning of annual financial planning. Additional detail is suggested schedule for the preparation, adoption, and administration of needed changes to official controls. Advisory Comments • The City may want to consider indicating in the Plan that it will review and update official controls within 9 months of adopting the 2040 Plan. ■ The Plan indicates that the Implementation chapter should be reviewed and updated each year at the beginnfng of its financial planning. For clarity, Council staff suggest that the above sentence indicate that the Plan will be reviewed and updated each year. • The Implementation section indicates that there are no current or projected mid and high density residential projects planned in the City; however, the land use table in five-year stages indicates anticipated medium and high-density development 2020-2025. Page 49 of 194 Scott Richards, Consulting Planner November 13,2018 Page 10 of 10 As a reminder, when the City's 2040 Plan is submitted for formal review, to be complete for review, the submittal materials need to include the list of all the affected jurisdictions that were sent a copy of the City's 2040 Plan for review, the date the City's 2040 Plan was provided for review, and the comments received by jurisdictions. Your subsequent response to review comments from adjacent jurisdictions must also be included with the submittal materials. If no comments were provided within the six-month review period, please note this as well. The resolution authorizing the Plan to be submitted to the Metropolitan Council for review also needs to be included with the official submittal. In summary, the submitted draft Plan is missing a number of items and may require revision. If you have any questions or need further information regarding the comments in this letter, please contact Freya Thamman, Principal Reviewer, at 551-602-1750 or your Sector Representative, Corrin Wendell, at 651-602-1832. Since rely, 4_'�P t! Lirajas, Director Community Development CC: Harry Melander, Metropolitan Council District 12 Corrin Wendell, Sector Representative Freya Thamman, Principal Reviewer Raya Esmaeili, Reviews Coordinator N:1CammDev1LPMCommun/ties1Oak Park HeightsiLetterslOak Park Heights 2018 CPU Prelim 22079-0.docx Page 50 of 194 LAND USE - INTRODUCTION The basic intent of the comprehensive planning process is to provide a well-founded and coordinated decision-making framework to guide both public and private development and community improvements. In this regard, this represents the development framework to guide land use decisions for the City of Oak Park Heights. The Land Use section is based upon the physical profile information, as well as the community issues which have been identified in determining community goals and policies. The Land Use section assists policy makers in daily decision-making. Since the maps and plans in the Comprehensive Plan may be quickly outdated, reliance on a land use map for guidance on a specific issue may be difficult for decision-makers. However, the relative consistency of community goals and policies ties the land use activities together over the long term. The Land Use Plan is the basic plan for growth and development in the community. It establishes the general parameters, issues, and goals which are to be achieved. It further defines and establishes direction for the basic elements of the development regulations that will be updated after the planning process is completed. The arrangement of this section includes the Physical Profile of the City to include the Existing Land Use Map, Goals and Policies related to land use, and finally, the Land Use Plan. In sum, the Land Use Plan provides the foundation for guiding and managing land use expansion and redevelopment within Oak Park Heights. It determines directives and means for specific assignments and accomplishments. Additionally, it establishes the ground work and parameters for facilities planning. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 25 Page 51 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT FEATURES Topography The terrain in Oak Park Heights can be characterized as gently rolling in the west and increasing in slopes until a ridge of severe slope at the edge of the St. Croix River Valley. The least significant topographic changes occur in the western portions of the City. The most severe topography changes extend from the eastern portion of the State of Minnesota Correctional Facility grounds north to the Highway 36. This topography change is best described as a ridge separating the City's higher elevations from the lower elevations of the river valley. Soils The soils found in an area often determine the type and extent of urban development that can occur in the area. Factors such as soil strength, drainage and frost characteristics may serve to limit the amount and type of urban development that can be accommodated on the land. The United States Department of Agriculture completed a detailed survey of soils within Washington County, including the area of Oak Park Heights, in 1977. While it should be recognized that any large-scale mapping of soils results in an extremely generalized graphic statement, the information does serve to illustrate the relationship between soils and the areas available for development. Generally, the soils within Oak Park Heights belong to one of three soil associations. These categories are as follows: Santiago-Kingsley. This soil association is characterized by undulating to steep slopes, are well drained with a moderately coarse texture. Soils within this association are characterized as being good to fair for supporting urban development. Antigo-Chetek-Mahtomedi. Soils in this association are generally formed in outward areas with slopes ranging from nearly level to steep. These soils are typically well to excessively drained with a medium to coarse texture. These soils are generally well suited for supporting urban development. Antigo-Comstock. These soils are generally level to moderately sloping and are formed predominantly in underlying sandy outwash plains and glacial lake plains. The main limitation of this series for urban development is susceptibility to frost heaving and a high- water table in low lying areas. � Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 26 Page 52 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE A more detailed description of the soils found within Oak Park Heights, in terms of suitability for urban development, is provided on maps available at City Hall. Generally, the soils along the river bluffs and on the State of Minnesota Correctional Facility grounds on the southern area of the City are poor for urban development purposes. Of greater importance, the Department of Agriculture has classified most of the soils in the western portion of the City as moderate for urban development purposes. The limitations of these soils are related mostly to the slopes of the soil types found in this area. Aggregate Resources The Minnesota Geological Survey Information Circular 46 indicates that there are several small isolated sand and gravel deposits in Oak Park Heights, but no aggregate resource deposits are if a size that can be economically mined in this City which is nearly completely developed. The Land Use Plan is not impacted by these aggregate resource deposits. WETLANDS The City of Oak Park Heights contains wetlands which are generally widespread throughout the community as shown on the following Natural Environmental Features Map. Many of these wetlands are large and represent potential physical barriers to development and street connections. Most of these wetlands are in the western areas of the City. The largest of the wetlands in Oak Park Heights, Perro Pond, is in the southeastern portion of the City. This wetland is located almost entirely within the boundaries of the State of Minnesota Correctional Facility and Valley View Park. These wetlands serve an important function as ponding areas for excess storm water runoff. In addition, these areas are also valuable for flood water retention, ground water recharge, nutrient assimilation, wildlife habitat and aesthetics. In 1991 , the Wetlands Conservation Act was passed requiring the preservation of all wetland areas unless federal and state approvals are granted. The filling of designated wetlands requires that the wetland be mitigated at a 2:1 ratio, that is, for every acre of wetland removed, two acres would need to be replaced. VEGETATION Existing natural vegetation masses are found throughout Oak Park Heights. The largest areas of vegetative cover are in the western areas of the City and around the large wetland area which extends from the State of Minnesota Correctional Facility grounds through Valley View Park. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 27 Page 53 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE FLOODPLAIN A small area on the extreme eastern portion of the City adjacent to the St. Croix River Valley has been designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency as being within the 100-year floodway. Due to the bluffs leading up from the St. Croix River Valley, the remainder of the City is not affected by flooding during high water periods of the St. Croix River. Those areas within the 100-year floodway are identified on the Natural Environment Features Map. POLLUTION Pollution has generally not been an issue in Oak Park Heights. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency provides information on past pollution problems which have been reported. In addition to minor chemical leaks or spills, typically gasoline or oil associated with businesses, one significant site was identified. The Xcel Energy fly ash disposal site, which is south of Highway 36 and east of Osgood Avenue, was used to dispense of an ash by-product created at the Allen S. King power generating facility located adjacent to the St. Croix River. The site has been capped and is now Oak Park Crossing Park. The fly ash monitoring will continue under the management of Xcel Energy, but the park is under the management of the City. Another potential pollution issue is the Baytown Township groundwater contamination site which is the result of the disposal or spillage of trichloroethylene (TCE) in the area south of Highway 15 and west of Manning Avenue, and the use or spillage of carbon tetrachloride at a nearby grain storage facility. The site consists of an area of groundwater contamination that is more than six square miles and affects four major groundwater aquifers. Although there has been no issue for the City of Oak Park Heights' municipal water system, the City continues to monitor the spread of the contamination and will consider the pollution impact with any new well or well reconditioning. The area west of Osgood Avenue in the City is included in a Drinking Water Supply Management area as identified by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 28 Page 54 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE INSERT NATURAL ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES MAP Comprehensive Plan 2018 .° City of Oak Park Heights Page 29 Page 55 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE Comprehensive Plan 2018 7, City of Oak Park Heights Page 30 Page 56 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS The development patterns of land use in the City of Oak Park Heights are clearly established by the influence of both man-made and natural environmental features. The most significant influences have been Highway 36 and the power line easement/lines from the Allen S. King power generating facility. Development patterns in Oak Park Heights and other jurisdictions have also influenced the east-west orientation of the community along Highway 36. The highways, in particular Highways 36, 15, and 95 function as physical barriers, but also the primary connections for Oak Park Heights to the region. The highways have also significantly influenced the location of commercial development in the community. The easterly portion of the community is almost completely developed. In coming years, there will not be significant changes other than specific redevelopment in the commercial areas. To the west of Oakgreen Avenue, there are undeveloped commercial areas both for retail/office and business/warehouse uses. It is expected that these areas will be completely developed in the next five to ten years. Other than what is currently in development, there are no significant parcels of residential land available for development in the City. There is one potential area for limited annexation, south of Highway 36 to Manning Avenue. The City will not actively pursue annexation, but work with property owners and adjoining jurisdictions when an owner requests annexation to City services. The City of Oak Park Heights is designated as a "Suburban" in the Thrive MSP 2040 regional planning document adopted by the Metropolitan Council in 2014. Under that classification, the overall density expectation is five units per acre. Previously, the City had been designated as a "Developing Community" as part of the 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update. The ThriveMSP 2040 Community Designations map which shows Oak Park Heights as Suburban is found on the following page. The Existing Land Use Map, as found on a following page, graphically illustrates the distribution and variety of land use types in Oak Park Heights. The map was developed in July 2017. An analysis of the breakdown by acreage of land use types follows the Existing Land Use Map. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 31 Page 57 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE INSERT EXISTING LAND USE MAP Comprehensive Plan 2018 .° City of Oak Park Heights Page 32 Page 58 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE Comprehensive Plan 2018 7, City of Oak Park Heights Page 33 Page 59 of 194 i l i i I I 1 Grant Stillwater StillwOak Park Twp Heights at' . s s;. i :` Lake t1 j Elmo r" �, Bayport Baytown tt I , I Twp NJ I I '41j•�! i I I I 0 o.s 1 z West Miles- ---------------------------------------- ------- Lakeland.-T.wp---------------------------- s Extent of Main Map I Community Designations i ANOKA j _' Emerging Suburban Edge Outside Council planning authority 9� 9 9 Agricultural Suburban Edge IIS�I ' (' 'Tiff S!� Rural Residential Suburban �y ON WASHINGT HENNEPIN �."J7 ' Urban s3 RAMSE1.1. •, Diversified Rural ��- — --- �•!�' I << Urban Center Rural Center CARVER I � ` j DA �____,County Boundaries '—' i' , KOTA ,, SCI TT �i d Q�-I City and Township Boundaries I r Lakes and Major Rivers City of Oak Park Heights City of Oak Park Heights Comprehensive Plan Community Designations TSource:The Metropolitan Council Page 60 of 194 1 pia omp y ® Stantec December 2018 Page 32 .A CL C) C') j r m d. m p LLLJ C14Y m cU i• a C C -n U cv � i r• Y L J x b d d oa U Lo E cq O �. ° xLu s i' /• O F O , V y. LL CL L m �w i 9 i J MIX ,� N N LL ♦ e _ I LL E C N G -I lEl E w # L } J G s I Vi C7 U � 2 Wcc LL E d tl I I c w u ul 1 f x fC .k a x � m � Q Lf. Page 61 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE EXISTING LAND USE ANALYSIS The City of Oak Park Heights is 2,152 acres in size. The predominant land uses in the City include low density residential (12 percent), commercial (10 percent), and government (9 percent). The next largest land use category is industrial at 8 percent. A relatively small percentage (3 percent) is vacant property, only some of which is developable land. A detailed explanation of each land use category follows the existing land use table. 2017 OAK PARK HEIGHTS EXISTING LAND USE Category Acres Percent Percent by of Total Category Residential Land Uses Low Density 265 12% Medium Density 62 3% 19% High Density 80 4% Commercial and Industrial Commercial 210 10% Highway Business/Warehouse 74 3% 21% Industrial 170 8% Other Land Uses School Facilities 128 6% 6% Quasi-Public/Utility 11 0% Government 192 9% 9% Park Facilities/Open Space 142 7% 7% Water 390 18% 18% Vacant 56 3% 3% Right-of-Way 372 17% 17% TOTAL 2,152 100% 100% Source: City of Oak Park Heights, Stantec RESIDENTIAL As shown in the previous table, residential land use occupies 19 percent of the total land area in the City. Low density family dwellings are scattered throughout the City. The City's original single-family homes are in the eastern portion of the City. More recent low- density development, however, has occurred in the western and central portions of the City. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .° City of Oak Park Heights Page 34 Page 62 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE Medium density residential development is located primarily in four locations. First, the development east of Osgood Avenue on Upper 56th 57th and 58th Streets; second, on Oxboro Avenue; third, south of Highway 36, west of Oakgreen Avenue; and within the Boutwells Landing development. High density residential development is primarily located in six locations. First, in the northeast corner of the City on the St. Croix River, there is a large area of high density residential apartments. Second, there are two high density developments south of Highway 36 and east of Osgood Avenue, and finally, there are two locations north of Highway 36 on both sides of Osgood Avenue and east of Osgood Avenue on Paris Street North. Lastly, the Boutwells Landing development and the Oak Park Senior Living development contain high density buildings. COMMERCIAL Existing commercial development presently accounts for 10 percent of the City's total land use. Virtually all of the existing retail and service facilities are clustered along Highway 36. While there is a small scattering of vacant commercial property, the majority of available land for commercial development is located just south of Highway 36 and Krueger Lane. INDUSTRIAL/BUSINESS WAREHOUSE Industrial/business warehouse land uses in Oak Park Heights total 244 acres or 11 percent of the total land area in the City. Virtually all of this acreage is attributed to the Xcel Power Plant located on the St. Croix River. Two smaller industrial areas or business warehousing/highway business areas are located on County Road 21 near the southern border of the City, and the Kern Center west of County Highway 15. There are no parcels available for future industrial development. The only area available for additional business warehouse development is in the Kern Center at 58th Street and County Highway 15. GOVERNMENTAL FACILITIES A significant amount of land within Oak Park Heights is devoted to governmental facilities which encompass 192 acres or 9 percent of the City's total land area. Governmental facilities include the St. Croix Valley Sewage Treatment Plant, the State of Minnesota Correctional Facility, City Hall, and the water tower site at Norell Avenue and 58th Street North. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 35 Page 63 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE SCHOOL FACILITIES Oak Park Heights is the home to the Stillwater Area High School. The campus is 128 acres or 7 percent of the total land area. PARKS/OPEN SPACE The City parks are separately classified in the Land Use Table. These areas encompass 142 acres or 7 percent of the City's total land area. VACANT/UNDEVELOPED The vacant/undeveloped land identified on the Existing Land Use Map and the Land Use Table includes that which has not been developed, permanent open space, or that which has been subdivided for development, but remains vacant. It totals 56 acres or 3 percent of the total land area in Oak Park Heights. The immediacy of the prospects for development on these parcels varies considerably and are closely tied to the current climate in the housing market, commercial development interest, and other variables. PHYSICAL BARRIERS Natural features such as lakes, streams, and wetlands, as well as constructed features such as highways, utility lines, or existing development, often act to contain land use and restrict access. From another perspective, many of the natural features such as lakes, wetlands, trees, or topography can be used to positively enhance a community and its housing and business areas. Physical barriers within Oak Park Heights include the river, wetland areas, Highways 36 and 95, County Highway 15, and the utility line connections. The impact of physical barriers may be seen as having both positive and negative aspects. On the positive side, barriers serve to define cohesive areas and to lend structure to the arrangement of land uses, often separating uses which would otherwise generate conflict. On the negative side, barriers may artificially constrain development, and in separating developed areas, produce problems of access and circulation between related land uses. The physical barriers within Oak Park Heights are seen primarily as restricting access from north to south or east to west within the City. These physical barriers can be overcome with improvements to the transportation system, both by car, pedestrian and bicycle. � Comprehensive Plan 2018 .° City of Oak Park Heights Page 36 Page 64 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE LAND USE CONTROLS Land uses within Oak Park Heights are presently governed by the City Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances. Applications for development and associated plans are reviewed by City staff and submitted to the Planning Commission and City Council for review and approval. The table below indicates the breakdown of existing zoning districts and the acreages currently devoted to each within the City. Acreages for water and right-of-way have not been included. On a following page, the Zoning Map illustrates the arrangement of each zoning district in Oak Park Heights, showing only those districts currently within the City. 2017 OAK PARK HEIGHTS TOTAL ZONING BREAKDOWN Category Acres Percent Percent by of Total Category R-1, Single Family Residential 238 16% R-1A, Single Family Residential 0 0% R-1 B, Single Family Residential 0 0% R-1 C, Single Family Residential 0 0% 25% R-2, Low and Medium Density Residential 71 5% R-3, Multiple Family Residential 50 3% R-B, Residential Business Transitional 29 2% B-1, Neighborhood Business 0 0% B-2, General Business 161 10% B-3, Highway Business and Warehouse 88 6% 22% B-4, Limited Business 71 5% B-W, Business/Warehousing 4 0% 1-1, Industrial 250 16% 16% O, Open Space Conservation 392 26% 26% P-1, Public/Institutional 0 0% 0% PUD — Commercial 23 1% 4% PUD - Residential 45 3% Parks 104 7% 7% TOTAL 1,525 100% 100% Source: City of Oak Park Heights, Stantec Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 37 Page 65 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE The following paragraphs summarize the districts of the Zoning Ordinance and how they are applied in the City. The Zoning Map is found following these descriptions. O, Open Space Conservation District The O, Open Space Conservation District is intended to provide a district which will allow suitable areas of the City to be retained and utilized for open space, agricultural uses and provide a "holding" zone for newly annexed lands to ensure that development will be staged to maintain reasonable economy in public expenditures for public utilities and service. The district allows farming, nurseries, tree farms, green houses, and very low density single family dwellings as a permitted use. R-1, Single Family Residential District The purpose of the R-1 , Single Family District is to provide for low density single family detached residential dwelling units and directly related, complementary uses. The district is the primary single-family district in the community. The district allows single family residential uses and recreational uses as permitted and schools, places of worship, and bed and breakfast facilities as conditional. R-1A, R-1113, R-1C, Single Family Residential District These districts allow for the same permitted and conditional uses as the R-1 District, but at different densities. There are no areas in the community currently zoned R-1A, R-1 B, or R-1 C. R-2, Low and Medium Density Residential District The purpose of the R-2, Low and Medium Density Residential District is to provide for low to moderate density residential dwellings and directly related, complementary uses. Single and two-family units are allowed as permitted uses, townhomes, condominiums, and multiple family dwelling structures with not more than four units are allowed as conditional. R-3, Multiple Family Residential District The purpose of the R-3, Multiple Family Residential District is to provide for medium to high density housing in multiple family structures and directly related, complementary uses. Multiple family structures are a permitted use and private marina and boat storage facilities, as well as other uses specified in previous districts, are conditional. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 38 Page 66 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE R-B, Residential Business Transitional District The purpose of the R-B, Residential Business Transitional District is to provide for high density residential use and for the transition in land use from residential to low intensity business allowing for the intermixing of such uses. In the R-B District, multiple family dwellings are listed as permitted uses and limited office use, nursing homes, elderly and group housing, limited retail uses, and limited warehousing activities are conditional. B-1, Neighborhood Business District The purpose of the B-1 , Neighborhood Business District is to provide for the establishment of local centers for convenient, limited office, retail or service outlets which deal directly with the customer for whom the goods or services are furnished. These centers are to provide services and goods only for the surrounding neighborhoods and are not intended to draw customers from the entire community. Barber shops, beauty parlors, convenience grocery stores, and Laundromats are limited permitted uses. Conditional uses include governmental and public utility buildings, as well as professional and commercial offices. B-2, General Business District The purpose of the B-2, General Business District is to provide for high intensity, retail or service outlets which deal directly with the customer for whom the goods or services are furnished. The uses allowed in this district are to provide goods and services on a community market scale and located in areas which are well served by collector or arterial street facilities. A significant portion of the commercial uses in Oak Park Heights are zoned B-2 District. The district allows a full range of retail and commercial services as permitted. Open and outdoor sales and service, drive throughs, automotive related uses such as car washes, motor fuel stations and auto repair as listed conditional uses. B-3, Highway Business and Warehousing District The purpose of the B-3, Highway Business and Warehousing District is to provide for the establishment of retail and wholesale sales, storage, warehousing and limited manufacturing and production. The overall character of the B-3 District is intended to be transitional in nature, thus uses allowed within this district shall be limited to those which can compatibly exist adjacent to commercial and lower intensity activities. The B-3 District allows a wide variety of commercial uses. Restaurants, auto service centers, vehicle dealerships, mini storage, animal clinics, landscape sales and certain educational facilities are allowed as conditional. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 39 Page 67 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE B-4, Limited Business District The purpose of the B-4, Limited Business District is to provide a district accommodating retail sales, service and office functions in a highly planned and coordinated area. The uses allowed in this district are similar to but not as extensive, especially as it relates to automotive vehicle sales and service, as the B-2, General Business District. Retail and commercial uses are permitted while drive-in restaurants, minor auto repair, open and outdoor storage, sales and service, and two family, townhomes and multiple family dwellings are conditional. B-W, Business/Warehousing District The purpose of the B-W, Business/Warehousing District is to provide for the establishment of wholesale and retail trade of large volume or bulk commercial items, storage and warehousing. The overall character of the B-4 District is intended to be transitional in nature, thus industrial uses allowed within this district shall be limited to those which can compatibly exist adjacent to commercial and lower intensity activities. Commercial and professional offices, printing establishments, conference centers, indoor commercial recreation and wholesale showrooms are permitted, while open and outdoor storage, services, sales and rental, and manufacturing are listed conditional uses. I, Industrial District The purpose of the I, Industrial District is to provide for the establishment of warehousing and industrial development. General industrial uses such as storage and warehousing, manufacturing power generation plants, and wholesale business and office establishments are listed permitted uses. Conditional uses include open and outdoor storage as an accessory use. P-I, Public-Institutional District The P-1 District is intended to provide a specific zoning district for facilities directed to serving the public and specialized government and semi-public uses. It is unique in that the primary objective of uses within this district is the provision of services, frequently on a non-profit basis, rather than the sale of goods or services. It is intended that uses within such a district will be compatible with adjoining development and they will be located on or in proximity to a collector street or arterial street. The district permitted uses include government buildings, parks and recreational facilities while schools, places of worship, hospitals, correctional facilities, nursing homes, cemeteries, and limited retail are conditional. The City has established the P-1 District in the Zoning Ordinance but has not zoned property to this district. � Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 40 Page 68 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE PUD, Planned Unit Development District The purpose of the PUD, Planned Unit Development District is to provide for the integration and coordination of land parcels as well as the combination of varying types of residential, commercial and industrial uses. The City has a limited number of areas zoned PUD. Most development is zoned residential or commercial and is applied with a PUD to allow for mixed use and multiple structures on one parcel. River Impact District The River Impact District is established to provide necessary protection to lands which fall within the designated regional floodplain and Lower St. Croix National Scenic Riverway area as defined by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources regulations. This district shall include all lands lying riverward from the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad right-of-way. Application of district regulations shall be imposed as an overlay upon currently applied zoning use districts. ZONING DISTRICT AREA WIDTH SETBACK AND BUILDING REGULATIONS The specific requirements for each of the zoning districts is found on the following page. The complete lot area and width, setbacks, building height and other zoning regulations are found in the General Provisions section of the Zoning Ordinance. A copy of the Zoning Ordinance is on file at City Hall. The table, as follows, summarizes all of the established zoning districts along with their minimum lot area, width, setbacks, lot coverage and other standards. It is intended as a general reference source. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 41 Page 69 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE OAK PARK HEIGHTS SUMMARY OF ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Minimum Setbacks Principal Zoning Minimum Lot Width Building District District Classification Lot Size (interior) F S-I S-C R Height O Open Space Conservation 5 acres 200 feet 50 30 30 50 35 feet R-1 Single Family Residential 10,300 sf 80 feet 30 10 30 30 35 feet R-1A Single Family Residential 12,500 sf 85 feet 30 10 30 30 35 feet R-1 B Single Family Residential 15,000 sf 90 feet 30 10 30 30 35 feet R-1 C Single Family Residential 20,000 sf 100 feet 30 10 30 30 35 feet R-2 Low and Medium Density 10,400 sf 90 feet 30 10 30 30 35 feet Residential R-3 Multiple Family Residential 15,000 sf 100 feet 30 20 20 30 35 feet R-B Residential Business 15,000 sf 100 feet 30 10 10 30 35 feet Transitional B-1 Neighborhood Business 15,000 sf 100 feet 30 20 20 30 35 feet B-2 General Business 15,000 sf 100 feet 40 10 20 20 35 feet B-3 Highway Business and 15,000 sf 100 feet 40 10 20 20 35 feet Warehousing B-4 Limited Business 15,000 sf 100 feet 40 10 20 20 35 feet B-W Business/Warehousing 30,000 sf 100 feet 50 20 50 20 35 feet I Industrial 1 acre 100 feet 50 30 30 40 45 feet P-1 Public/Institutional varies --- varies 45 feet PUD Planned Unit Development --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ------ River Impact District --- --- --- --- --- --- --- Source: City of Oak Park Heights F = Front yard setback as measured from the property line S-1 = Side yard setback on interior lots S-C = Side yard setback on corner lots R = Rear yard setback Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 42 Page 70 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE INSERT ZONING MAP � Comprehensive Plan 2018 7, City of Oak Park Heights Page 43 Page 71 of 194 LAND USE - PHYSICAL PROFILE Comprehensive Plan 2018 7, City of Oak Park Heights Page 44 Page 72 of 194 LAND USE - GOALS AND POLICIES INTRODUCTION The value of a Comprehensive Plan for Oak Park Heights is only partially found in the plans, maps, and data. Although such information is a critical element of any plan, the changing nature of that information can give a community only a snapshot of its needs or direction. A more comprehensive review of the community and its direction can be found through its adopted goals and policies. The goals and policies do not provide information on the timelines and priorities needed for development or community improvements. Instead, it provides a series of criteria which can be used to direct general actions. Furthermore, the policies are not absolute directions for City staff, Planning Commission, or City Council members. Instead, they are guides to assist in decision-making and goal achievement. Moreover, the policies should be considered and utilized collectively. In some cases, a single policy may define and outline a course of action. More frequently, however, a group of policies will be applied to a given situation. The flexibility and adoptability of the goals and policies is particularly useful when unanticipated development decisions emerge. It complements the maps, ordinances and City Code which are more static documents. In some instances, policies may not address a new situation in the community. In this case, the goals and policies should be updated or modified. This would give the Comprehensive Plan an up-to-date quality which will withstand the test of time. For purposes of definition, goals may be described as the ways in which we think about the community — descriptive statements of the ultimate direction we would want to see the City proceed. Policies may be described generally as positions the City will take on a specific issue. NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Natural resources are of prime importance to the community. In addition to serving as aesthetic amenities which enhance the quality of life in the area, natural areas often perform important ecological roles. These natural features can serve as buffers or barriers in determining the extent and direction of development and growth. Therefore, it is necessary that special consideration be given to natural features and systems in formulating Oak Park Heights' Comprehensive Plan. Environmentally sensitive areas include those characterized by waterbodies, floodplain, steep slopes, vegetation, soil limitations, and wetlands. The City � Comprehensive Plan 2018 .° City of Oak Park Heights Page 45 Page 73 of 194 LAND USE - GOALS AND POLICIES has expressed an interest in the preservation and enhancement of these features within the City limits. WETLANDS, LAKES AND STREAMS AND GROUND WATER Goal: Preserving the water resources of the St. Croix River and existing wetlands and streams is recognized as a high priority in Oak Park Heights. Policies: A. Restrict or prohibit development/redevelopment within Oak Park Heights' drainageways, floodplains, wetlands, and other natural features which perform important environmental functions in their natural state. B. Require all development/redevelopment to manage its on-site storm water generation to ensure no negative impact to downstream flooding or water quality. Assure that the systems are maintained as required in development agreements. C. Require grading and drainage plans as part of any new residential or commercial development/redevelopment. These plans must illustrate proposed drainage patterns, plans for on-site storm water retention and erosion control. D. Maintain and update as necessary floodplain, shoreland and wetland regulations to regulate development within these sensitive areas. E. Incorporate low impact development (LID) principles and practices into design, construction and operation of public projects as feasible. F. Work with residential and commercial developers to incorporate low impact development practices that protect native vegetation and soils and reduce impervious surface. TREES, LANDSCAPING AND STREETSCAPING Goal: Provide continuing and enhanced streetscapes, landscaping as part of development/redevelopment, and protection and preservation of the community's vegetative resources. Policies: A. Continue to implement and expand the City's comprehensive streetscaping and landscaping efforts through participation in Tree City USA and development review. B. As a high priority in the City, preserve and protect existing stands of mature trees. C. Promote programs designed to protect trees from disease. D. Require all development/redevelopment proposals to indicate the location, type, and condition of existing vegetation, and preserve existing trees wherever feasible. .I, Comprehensive Plan 2018 .° City of Oak Park Heights Page 46 Page 74 of 194 LAND USE - GOALS AND POLICIES E. Require that development/redevelopment projects within the City plant new trees, particularly in areas where existing vegetation is removed. F. Provide City financial support to the ongoing tree protection, streetscape and landscaping programs. NATURAL FEATURES Goal: Ensure preservation and enhancement of slopes and soils in Oak Park Heights through careful development review and approvals. Policies: A. In areas of soils that have limitations for development/redevelopment, perform soil testing to identify the soil correction measures necessary to insure safe and quality construction. B. Require erosion control plans for all site grading to prevent erosion, dust, and soil sedimentation. C. Restrict or prohibit development/redevelopment on steep slopes. In instances where development on steep slopes is permitted, plans must be provided for grading and erosion control which prevent erosion, dust, and soil sedimentation. AIR QUALITY AND POLLUTION Goal: Protection of air quality and ground water and soils, as well as efforts to control noise and light pollution, are important to the community. Policies: A. Incorporate State and Federal pollution regulations into local policy as required. B. Require a ground water monitoring plan or ground water protection plan as part of a permit application for businesses that store, use or transport hazardous materials and for properties formerly used as a waste disposal site or waste transit facility. Where available, use well head protection plans to assist with this process. C. Assure coordination with other adjoining jurisdictions for ground water sensitive areas, well head protection areas, water use contingency and allocation plans, and other ground water issues where plans may affect other jurisdictions. RECYCLING AND SOLID WASTE REDUCTION Goal: Encourage recycling programs and solid waste reduction initiatives. � Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 47 Page 75 of 194 LAND USE - GOALS AND POLICIES Policies: A. Recycling programs which conserve natural resources shall be continued and promoted. B. Oak Park Heights shall encourage enhanced waste reduction/separation practices to improve solid waste management. C. Residential and commercial generators of solid waste shall be encouraged to act voluntarily to evaluate their use of energy and raw materials and to reduce consumption where technically and economically feasible. SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Goal 1: Create a sustainable community that provides balance between a growing economy, protection for the environment and social responsibility to enhance the quality of life while preserving the same for future generations. Policies: A. Promote the use of sustainable design practices during all phases of development including design, deconstruction, construction, and building operation and maintenance. B. Promote national, regional and state sustainable building design programs including utility-sponsored renewable energy and conservation programs. Goal 2: Create a livable community where development incorporates sustainable design elements such as resource and energy conservation and use of renewable energy. Policies: A. Encourage energy and resource conservation strategies to limit the effects of climate change, including decreased use of fossil fuels and shift to renewable energy resources. B. Promote the use of renewable energy, including solar energy, in new residential and commercial developments. C. Review the potential for use of renewable energy, including solar energy, in all new public buildings. D. Consider varying setback requirements within PUD's in all residential and commercial zoning districts as a means of protecting solar access. E. Implement alternative energy regulations including solar, wind energy, geothermal and biomass requirements in the Zoning Ordinance. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 48 Page 76 of 194 LAND USE - GOALS AND POLICIES Goal 3: Protect and enhance air quality and reduce the emission of greenhouse gases and control of climate change locally and globally. Policies: A. Encourage alternative transportation by providing trails and encouraging transit opportunities. Continue expanding the trail system by implementing the Park and Trail System Plan. B. Educate and inform businesses and residents about opportunities and incentives to increase the utilization of renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, geothermal, and biomass. C. Improve the City's environmental performance by setting targets, using innovative approaches, encouraging employees to conserve resources and improving on the existing recycling program as an example to residents and business owners. D. Support and encourage community efforts in environmental awareness and education through the use of the City web site, programs, newsletters and the media. Goal 4: Reduce waste stream toxicity and amount; minimize generation of hazardous waste and increase reuse, recycling, composting and purchasing of environmentally preferred products with minimal or no packaging. Policies: A. Support and encourage community efforts in environmental awareness and education. B. Support waste reduction activities including recycling, reuse, and composting through policies and educational outreach opportunities for citizens and businesses. C. Emphasize the importance of directing waste that cannot be reused, recycled, or composted to facilities that recover some of the energy value in garbage with use of landfills as the last alternative. D. Continue to provide and encourage curbside recycling of reusable waste materials through educational events, promotional materials and volunteer efforts. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 49 Page 77 of 194 LAND USE - GOALS AND POLICIES LAND USE Land use goals create a vehicle by which the community can determine, organize and define the character and intensity of development and redevelopment in Oak Park Heights. The policies will guide proposed land use through the stages of growth and change planned for the community. Related to land use, the protection of the natural environment is of major importance to Oak Park Heights and the surrounding area. The focus for land use in the City will be the continual development infill of residential, commercial and industrial areas. Redevelopment, especially in commercial areas along the Highway 36 corridor, will also be a priority in the next 20 years. GENERAL LAND USE Goal 1: Provide for responsible and orderly expansion of the City's land area as requested by property owners and agreed to by the affected jurisdiction. Policies: A. The City, in planning for future land use, transportation/community facilities or utility extensions, may include areas not within its municipal boundaries. This planning is done in anticipation of demand for services to accommodate future urban growth. B. The City shall extend utility service to only those areas that are within the City, annexed to the City or part of an orderly annexation agreement. C. The City should consider annexation only if requested by the property owner and agreed to by the affected jurisdiction. D. The City shall plan its utility, service and street extensions to accommodate long term growth and expansion in the community. E. The City will work to achieve cooperation in annexation requests by discussing annexation issues with adjacent townships and municipalities. F. Orderly annexation will be considered in order to identify boundaries and target years for areas eligible for orderly annexation. Goal 2: A cohesive land use pattern which ensures compatibility and strong functional relationships among activities is to be implemented. Policies: A. Prevent over-intensification of land use development, that is, development which is not accompanied by a sufficient level of supportive services and facilities (utilities, parking, access, etc.). � Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 50 Page 78 of 194 LAND USE - GOALS AND POLICIES B. Examine requested land use changes in relation to adjoining land uses, site accessibility, utility availability, and consistency with the Oak Park Heights Comprehensive Plan and policies. C. Attempt to make transitions between distinctly differing types of land uses in an orderly fashion which does not create a negative (economic, social or physical) impact on adjoining developments. D. Infill development of compatible land uses shall be strongly encouraged. E. Where practical, conflicting and non-complementary uses shall be eliminated through removal and relocation. F. Encourage the development and redevelopment of under-utilized and substandard property throughout the City. Goal 3: The preservation, protection and continued use of areas, buildings, and structures that have historic, aesthetic or community values is of benefit to Oak Park Heights. Policies: A. Where practical, safeguard the heritage of the City by preserving sites and structures that reflect elements of the City's cultural, political, economic, visual or architectural history. B. Foster community identity and civic pride by promoting the preservation and continued use of historic sites and structures for the education and general welfare of the people of Oak Park Heights. HISTORIC PRESERVATION Goal: The preservation, protection and continued use of areas, buildings, structures and other objects that have historic, aesthetic or community values is a benefit to the welfare and education of the City of Oak Park Heights. Policies: A. Safeguard the heritage of the City by preserving sites and structures that reflect elements of the City's cultural, political, economic, visual or architectural history,- evaluate istory;evaluate and establish historic districts. B. Promote the preservation and continued use of historic sites and structures for the education and general welfare of the people of Oak Park Heights. C. Foster community identity and civic pride by protecting historical area, structures or accomplishments of the past. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 51 Page 79 of 194 LAND USE - GOALS AND POLICIES RESIDENTIAL LAND USE Goal 1: Provide a variety of housing types, styles and values to meet the needs of the community and the changing demographics of the City and region through new development and redevelopment. Policies: A. Encourage design and planning innovations in housing units and land development. B. Recognize the development of townhouses, condominiums and non-traditional home types to supplement existing conventional single-family homes, and apartments, giving due consideration to local market demands. C. Attempt to provide housing opportunities which attract persons of all ages and income levels and which allow them the ability to maintain residence within Oak Park Heights throughout the various stages of their lives. D. Allow the development of additional owner and renter occupied affordable housing units on a case-by-case basis to achieve established housing goals. E. Encourage development of housing options to meet the needs of all segments of the population, including the disabled, and senior living options through life cycle housing. F. Housing units identified as substandard for safe occupancy shall be rehabilitated, replaced, or developed with an appropriate guided land use, wherever possible. Goal 2: Maintain and enhance the strong character of Oak Park Heights' single family residential neighborhoods. Policies: A. Promote private reinvestment in the City's single-family housing stock. B. Pursue the redevelopment of substandard single-family homes when it is judged not economically feasible to correct the deficiencies. C. Encourage single family home rehabilitation programs through the City. Goal 3: Promote multiple family housing alternatives as an alternative life cycle housing option. Policies: A. Consider the redevelopment of substandard multiple family properties that display deteriorated building conditions, no site amenities, poor site design, or incompatible land use patterns. � Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 52 Page 80 of 194 LAND USE - GOALS AND POLICIES B. Encourage developers of medium and high-density developments to provide adequate accessory amenities such as garages, parking, open space, landscaping, and recreational facilities to ensure a safe, functional, and desirable living environment. C. Consider mixed land uses as an alternative land use option in planning and redevelopment of obsolete commercial, industrial, or residential areas. D. Avoid concentrations of multiple family dwellings and apartments in the City. Locate such housing within appropriately designated zoning districts and in proximity to areas which offer a wide range of existing supportive services, commercial and recreational facilities. COMMERCIAL LAND USE Goal 1: Maintain and improve Oak Park Heights' commercial areas as vital retail and service locations. Policies: A. Encourage communication with local business people to gain an understanding of the changing needs of the business environment. B. Promote a full and broad range of office, service, retail, and entertainment uses within the commercial areas of Oak Park Heights. C. Attract new businesses to Oak Park Heights that will contribute to the customer attraction and business interchange of the local commercial areas. D. Promote the redevelopment and expansion of existing businesses within the City to obtain a higher level of sales and business attraction. Goal 2: Promote continued development, investment and enhancements in the commercial areas. Policies: A. Promote a mixed-use environment within the commercial areas consisting of retail, office, and service land uses. B. Encourage a combination of public and private investment in the commercial areas for public improvements and building redevelopment. C. Address parking issues and review supply and demand, signage and education programs for better parking-utilization. D. Update architectural design guidelines as necessary to guide the commercial areas' development and redevelopment. � Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 53 Page 81 of 194 LAND USE - GOALS AND POLICIES E. Substandard residential and commercial properties shall be rehabilitated, replaced or redeveloped in conformance with the land use plan. Goal 3: Encourage continued development and redevelopment activities along the City's highway corridors. Policies: A. Encourage private and continued City investment in the Highway 36 corridor. B. Encourage investment in rehabilitation and redevelopment of substandard properties along the highway corridors. C. Ensure that all service and commercial uses are adequately screened or buffered from any adjacent residential development. D. Commercial and service areas should provide safe and convenient pedestrian movement, including access for persons with disabilities. BUSINESS/WAREHOUSE/INDUSTRIAL LAND USE Goal 1: Retain Oak Park Heights' existing business/warehouse and industrial land uses to ensure a diverse tax base and local employment opportunities. Policies: A. The City will continue its efforts in retaining and attracting new businesses for new development and redevelopment. B. The City will work with Xcel Energy on issues related to the Allan S. King Power Plant and its potential closing, as well as transmission lines and substations within Oak Park Heights. Goal 2: Maintain a high standard of business/warehouse and industrial development including appearance of sites, buildings and outside storage areas. Policies: A. Encourage site upkeep and maintenance to promote a positive business/ warehouse and industrial and commercial image for Oak Park Heights. B. Promote high quality business/warehouse and industrial construction to ensure building durability and an aesthetically attractive appearance. C. Existing and new business/warehouse and industrial development shall not cause pollutants or contaminants to be emitted into the surrounding environment Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 54 Page 82 of 194 LAND USE - GOALS AND POLICIES (including air, soils, ground water, drainageways, sanitary sewer and storm sewer) in excess of state and federal regulations. INSTITUTIONAL LAND USE Goal 1: Cooperate with existing and expanding institutional facilities to ensure compatibility and a high level of design. Policies: A. Transitions between differing types of land uses must be done in an orderly fashion while minimizing impacts on adjoining development. B. All institutional development proposals must be analyzed to determine the most appropriate land uses within a neighborhood and the community as a whole. C. Adequately screen, landscape and buffer institutional facilities to minimize the impact on surrounding uses and enhance the neighborhood and community in which they are located. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 55 Page 83 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN INTRODUCTION Based upon the foundation established by the Physical Profile and the Goals and Policies, this section provides the framework to guide community growth and improvements. The Land Use Plan is a narrative and graphic description that provides the background and rationale for land use designations as represented on the Proposed Land Use Map. The plan has an educational and decision-making function, helping to improve the general understanding of how physical development in the City of Oak Park Heights should take place. Although the emphasis of this section is on land development, other areas such as transportation, community service and facility needs are also addressed. The Land Use Plan is divided into two main categories. The first section describes the basis for Oak Park Heights' community plan, including population projections as well as how the natural features of the area will be protected. The second section describes general land use plan elements, including a discussion of the Proposed Land Use Map and review of residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional development. BASIS OF THE COMMUNITY PLAN The major planning objective of Oak Park Heights is to establish and maintain attractive, high quality living and working environments for community residents. In providing for these environments, the City recognizes the necessity of providing utilities and services that are demanded with urban development. Through the comprehensive planning process, the City has the ability to direct and focus development in a pattern that maximizes the utilization of existing utilities and services. This type of land use management assists the community in regulating and budgeting for investment in future public utilities, streets, and service needs. With limited vacant land, it is likely that the City will be almost completely developed by 2025. Small parcels of residential property scattered throughout the community will be infilled with single family and townhome development. Commercial areas along Highways 36 and 15, west of Oakgreen Avenue, will also be completely filled in. Redevelopment activities will likely focus on commercial areas east of Oakgreen along the Highway 36 corridor. Based upon this premise, the focus of the land use, transportation, community facilities/administrative sections of this Comprehensive Plan will be on redevelopment, infill and maintenance of the community. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .° City of Oak Park Heights Page 56 Page 84 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN PROJECTED GROWTH Population and Households The City of Oak Park Heights has had steady population growth. The expanding residential and commercial sectors as well as the attractiveness of the community in its location in the St. Croix River Valley has resulted in a steady population growth. Household and population growth of the community from 1980 to 2016 is found in the following table. OAK PARK HEIGHTS HOUSEHOLD AND POPULATION GROWTH 1980 1990 2,000 2010 2016 Population 2,591 3,486 3,957 4,445 4,712 Households 955 1,322 1,528 1,911 2,199 Household Size 2.71 2.63 2.26 2.05 1.93 Source: U.S. Census, Metropolitan Council The numbers above reflect the national and state trends of smaller household size. With limited residential available, the expected population will continue to grow but at a much slower rate. Population, Household and Employment Projections The Metropolitan Council, in its Thrive MSP 2040 Plan, has projected population, household and employment forecasts. These forecasts are accepted by the City as the basis for growth through 2040. OAK PARK HEIGHTS POPULATION, HOUSEHOLDS AND EMPLOYMENT PROJECTIONS 2010 Census 2017 2020 2030 2040 Population 4,445 4,742 4,880 5,300 5,700 Households 1,911 2,257 2,200 2,420 2,600 Employment 1 4,358 4,494 4,600 5,100 5,500 Source: U.S. Census, Metropolitan Council As indicated above, the Metropolitan Council projects that the population of the City will exceed 5,000 persons between 2020 and 2030. With recent senior housing developments, Oak Park Heights projects that the City will reach 5,000 persons before 2020. Once the City nears 5,500 to 5,700 people, the population will likely level off. With no additional residential land available, it is expected the City's population will likely stabilize between 5,500 and 5,700 people. The household projections show a steady Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 57 Page 85 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN increase to 2,600 by the year 2040. The increase in households versus the stable population levels is due to the ongoing trend of lower household size. The City will experience limited infill development which will increase the number of households but likely not to the extent projected by the Metropolitan Council. Employment numbers are also projected to increase to a total of 4,600 in 2020, 5,100 in 2030, and 5,500 in 2040. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND SUSTAINABILITY Environment A variety of benefits are associated with environmental protection in Oak Park Heights. Environmentally sensitive development will create a more aesthetic living and working environment and prevent future public investment needed for clean up or reclamation. The purpose of the City's environmental regulations and the Zoning Ordinance is to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of the community. The City has adopted floodplain and wetland and stormwater regulations to provide the levels of protection to preserve natural resources. Environmental awareness and protection should generally address the following in Oak Park Heights: 1 . Implement and update, as necessary, environmental regulations such as floodplain, wetland, stormwater, tree preservation regulations for the protection of rivers, natural features, lakes, wetlands, and trees. 2. Direct development throughout the City that is compatible with environmentally sensitive areas. 3. Address stormwater issues in all areas of the City through development and appropriate facilities to hold and treat runoff. Utilize existing wetlands and low areas to the extent possible for stormwater retention. 4. Work with Washington County and the Watershed Districts with ongoing stormwater projects and recycling programs. 5. Utilize Best Management Practices for addressing stormwater runoff and retention. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 58 Page 86 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN 6. Encourage alternative energy sources such as solar and wind energy in appropriate areas of the City. 7. Extend utilities, as necessary, with annexation to address environmental issues associated with development outside of the City boundaries. Sustainability The City of Oak Park Heights has recognized the importance of the conservation and preservation of water, air, energy and other natural resources in order to achieve a more sustainable community. It is recognized that there are four areas in which the City can preserve natural resources and ensure that development recognizes the value of environmental protection. An effective implementation program includes the work of commissions, ordinance updates, permitting and other regulatory mechanisms; design guidelines and performance standards; public education and involvement; and intergovernmental cooperation. The following implementation items are to be pursed: 1 . Implement sustainable development practices into the design, construction and operation of City facilities as feasible. 2. Work with developers to apply sustainable building practices in private sector development and redevelopment. Utilize utility-sponsored renewable energy and conservation programs where possible in development projects. 3. Continue to expand and promote the City sidewalk and trail system to encourage an alternate form of transportation not dependent upon motorized vehicle use. 4. Work with the Metropolitan Council on expanding the transit service to Oak Park Heights and the St Croix Valley area. 5. Work on the development of an environmental awareness program that is designed to educate and inform residents and developers on energy efficiency and utilization of renewable energy sources. 6. Develop a City policy on conservation of energy, to be used at all City facilities and by all employees that can be used as a model for the rest of the community. 7. Continue developing programs for recycling, reuse and composting as well as the education of citizens and businesses on waste reduction. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 59 Page 87 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN 8. Work with the contracted waste hauler on alternatives to reducing the amount of material that will be land filled. Solar Access Protection and Alternative Energy Systems Ensuring that all properties have equal access to sunlight is a priority not only for potential solar energy systems, but for the protection of property and aesthetic values as well. Solar access protection is provided for by the uniform implementation of lot and building performance standards adopted as part of the Zoning Ordinance. Requirements such as maximum building height and yard setback standards have been implemented for creating separation between structures and allowing equal sunlight access between structures. Additionally, the City adopted alternative energy system regulations in 2010 to promote and encourage ground source heat pump, wind and solar energy systems. The map on the following page indicates the gross solar potential for Oak Park Heights. The gross solar potential and gross solar rooftop potential for the City are expressed in megawatt hours per year (Mwh/yr) and are estimates of how much electricity could be generated using existing technology and assumptions on the efficiency of conversion. The solar potential for Oak Park Heights is as follows: Oak Park Heights Gross Solar Potential and Gross Solar Rooftop Potential Gross Potential Rooftop Potential Gross Generation Rooftop (Mwh/yr) (Mwh/yr) Potential (Mwh/yr) Generation Potential Mwh/ r 4,484,353 425,301 448,435 42,530 Source: Metropolitan Council ANNEXATION The City's policy toward annexation is consistent with the 2008 Comprehensive Plan. It is recognized, just as it was in 2008, that the City will not aggressively pursue areas of annexation from the Townships or detachment/annexation from one of the adjoining cities. As part of the planning process, the City has identified one area that potentially could become part of the City in the next 20 years. The property is identified in the Future Annexation Plan, found on a following page. The City would consider this area for annexation if petitioned by the property owners and if the affected jurisdiction was willing to detach the property. The area is at the intersection of Highway 36 and Manning Avenue. The property is recognized as having value for commercial development if utility and street infrastructure are extended by Oak Park Heights but paid for by the developers. � Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 60 Page 88 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN INSERT GROSS SOLAR POTENTIAL MAP Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 61 Page 89 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN Comprehensive Plan 2018 7, City of Oak Park Heights Page 62 Page 90 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN INSERT FUTURE ANNEXATION PLAN Comprehensive Plan 2018 7" City of Oak Park Heights Page 63 Page 91 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN Comprehensive Plan 2018 7, City of Oak Park Heights Page 64 Page 92 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN ALLEN S. KING PLANT The Xcel Energy - Allen S. King Plant is a 511 mega-watt coal-fired facility that was constructed in 1968 along the St. Croix River on approximately 60 acres. The King Plant underwent a major retrofit in 2004 to reduce emissions. However, like many power plant facilities, the repair and maintenance become expensive for Xcel Energy compared to alternative investment in new technology and facilities to generate the same power at a lesser cost. This reality is also likely true for the King Plant as coal facilities are beginning to fall behind other opportunities for generating the same energy capacity. Representative of this is Xcel Energy's installation of over 1 ,200 Megawatts (three times the capacity of the King Plant) of wind facilities in the upper midwest alone and over 3,330 megawatts nationwide; the advancement of solar energy with the rapid deployment of "solar gardens" around the State; and finally, a conversion of coal facilities to natural gas such as the Xcel's Sherco facility in Becker, Minnesota. Therefore, the City expects that the King Plant will close if the shift away from coal as an energy source continues. The timing of this closure may depend on a number of factors but is reasonable to predict that in the next twenty years the King Plant will be decommissioned. This closure would be a complex decision of both Xcel Energy and the Public Utility Commission as rates and energy demand will be closely monitored to ensure the utility grid remains stable. Why is this important to the City? Beyond the environmental discussions or base-load capacity elements, it is important to understand that when this power plant was originally constructed in Oak Park Heights, there was a commitment to the local community from Xcel Energy that there would be a significant tax benefit to its residents in exchange for having this facility in the community. While there have been annual fluctuations, this tax benefit remains. Currently, the City receives 33 percent of its annual property tax revenue from the King Plant or approximately 1 .7 million dollars. If the King Plant closes and no longer remains a viable source of tax revenue, the City will have a significant gap in its ability to fund municipal services. Accordingly, the City, like many other communities that host power plants (being coal, nuclear or natural gas) must begin to contemplate about how it would respond when such closure happens. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 65 Page 93 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN More specifically, what would happen to the Allen S. King Plant site? How or could the budget gap be addressed without a passage of such costs to others? Will the site have ongoing environmental issues? 1 . At this time there are no clear answers to these questions, no plans or reuse contemplated for the current site along the St. Croix River, or how such a closure would unfold. 2. There are significant questions that the City and greater community must begin to consider as this closure will likely have a broad impact in the St. Croix River Valley. 3. The City plans to engage with Xcel Energy, community members, and State and local government partners to begin to explore the issues and opportunities that a potential closure of the King Plant will present. LAND USE COMPATIBILITY Land use compatibility concerns exist, primarily in the older sections of the community, and where commercial development is adjacent to residential homes and neighborhoods. High density residential or commercial development adjacent to single family neighborhoods can intensify unwanted activity in the area and impose impacts on parking, traffic and noise that may be uncharacteristic of single family neighborhoods. To respond to these land use compatibility concerns, the Comprehensive Plan establishes a policy of screening, landscaping and buffering commercial establishments near or within residential areas to minimize the impact on surrounding uses and enhance the neighborhood and community. The City, through its Comprehensive Plan, may determine that certain businesses should be relocated out of a neighborhood, or a collection of homes no longer functions as a neighborhood and the area would be better suited for higher intensity uses. Such redevelopment efforts are costly and, in most cases, may need to be accomplished with the assistance of the City or its Economic Development Authority. Additionally, the Comprehensive Plan calls for the proper transition between high and low density residential development. The City, through its plan and Zoning Ordinance, shall transition residential development so as not to create negative living environments. Concentration of one type of housing style or density can also create issues for the proper development of neighborhoods. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .° City of Oak Park Heights Page 66 Page 94 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN HISTORIC PRESERVATION The City has identified two sites deemed historic within the physical profile section of the Land Use Plan. These sites, Phil's Tara Hideaway and the Stillwater Overlook have been recognized as historic in the community. The City will continue to work with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) on preservation and maintenance of the overlook on Lookout Trail North. Phil's Tara Hideaway is in use today as a restaurant and bar. The City will work with the property owners to ensure that the original log cabin look is preserved. Due to the limited number of historic structures and sites, the City does not anticipate the need for a preservation ordinance or establishment of a historic preservation commission. HOUSING Residential The Policy Plan promotes the development of a diversified housing stock which is affordable to a wide range of incomes. The plan also establishes guidelines to protect residential neighborhoods from encroachment or intrusion of incompatible, higher intensity uses through the use of buffers and appropriate land use transitions. For the most part, Oak Park Heights has followed a traditional residential growth pattern with growth emanating outward from the St. Croix River and Highway 36. As previously indicated, the community is almost completely built out in terms of residential development. The addition of housing units will be through small infill projects. The table on the following page indicates the total housing units from 1990 to 2016. The number of single family homes has increased from 1990 and 2016, but as a percentage of the total numbers of units, it has decreased from 47.3 percent to 34.4 percent in 2016. The number of multiple family units has increased significantly, and as a percentage of the total housing units has gone from 38.2 percent to 48.3 percent. This rise in multiple family units has resulted from the development of Boutwells Landing and Oak Park Senior Living that has provided needed housing in the area at all price ranges. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 67 Page 95 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN OAK PARK HEIGHTS TOTAL HOUSING UNITS 1990 Percent 2000 Percent 2010 Percent 2016 Percent of Total of Total of Total of Total Single Family 663 47.3 790 49.8 805 38.1 802 34.4 Detached Townhomes Single 64 4.5 134 8.5 264 12.5 268 11.5 Family Detached Duplex, Triplex, 126 9.0 138 8.7 134 6.3 134 5.8 Quad Multiple Family (5 535 38.2 525 33.0 912 43.1 1,124 48.3 units or more) Other 10 1.0 - - - - - Total 1,398 100% 1,587 100% 2,115 100% 2,328 100% Source: U.S. Census, Metropolitan Council The table as follows indicates the owner occupied, renter occupied and vacant housing. In 1990, the percent of owner occupied housing was 59.2 percent versus 35.3 percent rental occupied. With the significant increase in senior rental housing, the owner- occupied housing declined to 44.6 percent and the renter occupied housing increased to 46.0 percent of the total. The amount of vacant housing has remained relatively consistent over the past 25 years. OAK PARK HEIGHTS OWNER OCCUPIED, RENTER OCCUPIED AND VACANT HOUSING 1990 Percent 2000 Percent 2010 Percent 2015 Percent of Total of Total of Total of Total Owner Occupied 828 59.2 1,054 66.7 1,070 52.5 1,031 44.6 Renter Occupied 494 35.3 474 29.9 772 37.9 1,063 46.0 Vacant 76 5.5 53 3.4 197 9.6 218 9.4 Total 1,398 100% 1,581 100% 2,039 100% 2,312 100% Source: U.S. Census, Metropolitan Council The table below indicates the change in median housing value and median gross rent from 1990 to 2015. OAK PARK HEIGHTS MEDIAN HOUSING VALUE AND MEDIAN GROSS RENT 1990 2000 2010 2015 Median Housing Value $85,300 $148,400 $226,900 $201,700 Median Gross Rent $482 $614 $950 $1,398 Source: U.S. Census, Metropolitan Council Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 68 Page 96 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN The map on the following page indicates the owner-occupied single-family residential housing values. Note that most of the housing is within the $151 ,500 to $236,000 housing value. The map also indicates the 2018 affordable housing levels based upon Average Medium Income (AMI). As follows, please find a 2017 inventory of multiple family, condominium, townhouse and duplex units in Oak Park Heights. 2017 OAK PARK HEIGHTS INVENTORY OF MULITPLE FAMILY, CONDOMINIUM, TOWNHOUSE, AND DUPLEX UNITS Name Address Number of Units Multiple Famil 10 units or more Oakgreen Commons 13936 Lower 591h Street 120 Presbyterian Homes Care Center 1357558 1h Street 108 Presbyterian Homes 5590 Norwich Parkway 101 Presbyterian Homes 5610 Norwich Parkway 101 Ramie Johnson Estates 1483058 1h Street 96 TIC Properties 6060 Oxboro Avenue 86 Oak Park Associates 6120 Oxboro Avenue 72 Oakgreen Senior Villas 13945 Upper 58th Street 62 Oak Park Senior Living 1386558 1h Street 62 Sunnyside Apartments 6120 Oxboro Avenue 59 Heartland Stillwater 1485062 nd Street 51 Presbyterian Homes 5450 Nolan Parkway 46 St. Croix Crossing Apartments 14843-14847 60th Street 45 Oak Park Senior Apartments 13924 Lower 591h Street 30 Presbyterian Homes 5350 Nolan Parkway 20 Presbyterian Homes 5260 Nolan Parkway 12 Other (Less than 10 units) 60 Condominium 10 units or more Sunnyside II Homeowners 6351 St. Croix Trail 33 Fox Hollow East 14937601h Street 29 Sunnyside II Homeowners 6375 St. Croix Trail 26 Other Less than 10 units 174 Townhouses Total Townhouse Units 225 Duplexes Total Duplex Units 54 Source: City of Oak Park Heights Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 69 Page 97 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN Livable Communities In 1996, the City adopted a Livable Communities Action Plan in conformance with the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act to address housing issues. The housing plan encourages the development and maintenance of affordable and life cycle housing in the City of Oak Park Heights. Additionally, the plan establishes housing goals and policies that are to be implemented by specific programs, initiatives, and actions. Those initiatives are directed specifically to provisions of additional affordable units, housing demand and housing maintenance/rehabilitation. The issues of housing demand and maintenance are addressed below. The Average Median Income (AMI) is the midpoint of a region's income. Half of households in a region earn more than the median and half earn less than the median. The Metropolitan Council uses these income levels as a way to assess affordability. For example, a housing unit is affordable if a household income is at or below 80 percent of AMI, and the persons of the household can live there without spending more than 30 percent of their income on housing costs. The table below indicates the current affordability levels. OAK PARK HEIGHTS HOUSING UNITS AFFORDABLE TO HOUSEHOLDS WITH INCOME AT OR BELOW AREA MEDIAN INCOME AMI 2016 30 percent or 31 percent to 50 51 percent below percent to 80 percent Oak Park Heights 245 413 911 Source: Metropolitan Council Housing cost burden as reflected by numbers of households spending more than 30 percent of income on housing, is reflected below for homeowners and renters. The City will continue to address this in cooperation with the Washington County CDA to ensure the affordability of housing in the community. A listing of programs related to housing is found in the Implementation Plan. OAK PARK HEIGHTS HOUSING COST-BURDENED HOUSEHOLDS 2016 30 percent or 31 percent to 50 51 percent below AMI percent AMI to 80 percent AMI Oak Park Heights 204 262 170 Source: Metropolitan Council Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 70 Page 98 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN INSERT OWNER-OCCUPIED SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING VALUES MAP Comprehensive Plan 2018 7" City of Oak Park Heights Page 71 Page 99 of 194 C CL LLJ may- Y 'O al a m I p CL () lV7 ! " � CL CL E � �;• � �' � , , , � ��� w E cam _ a y_ O o 3 L` y{.. -�7 �JJJ� LLl tLilJ I9Sll LAID +U+ F N O Z t HITS 1 1 ,{ r1 1 11 r_IiLRT :f(T7T� T' ' 117 }" s tUil N. i (7 E o 0 0 r i[t�1II� P,+". it 1 �.. ........_. :.. � . - 0 0 0 Ff'.I➢�NI �I�d�� Ii'[f"�.• F°nulgC7 ` `' ... \i4� = m v a m cc y A0 a q�� . �� IID j�a�hLT`• t � I a z m } NA 5,73 _ ! 1111 " 6 a ID w q ;� ,� • I ....... "IG � � , -_ I • 1 -7---rTri 1.._ W s f L. o 1= kkp ` CLI Page 100 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN Comprehensive Plan 2018 7, City of Oak Park Heights Page 72 Page 101 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN The numbers of publicly subsidized units in 2016 within Oak Park Heights are as follows: OAK PARK HEIGHTS PUBLICLY SUBSIDIZED UNITS 2016 All Publicly Publicly Publicly Publicly Subsidized Subsidized Subsidized Units Subsidized Units Senior Units for People with Units: All Disabilities Others Oak Park Heights 70 62 0 8 Source: Metropolitan Council The Metropolitan Council has forecasted affordable housing needs for all cities and townships within the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area for the period from 2021 to 2030. The housing plan element of the local comprehensive plan is required to reflect the allocated portion of the forecasted demand for affordable housing. Oak Park Heights' share of this allocation is 74 affordable housing units. The table below indicates the affordable housing need allocation at or below 30 percent Area Median Income (AMI), from 31 percent to 50 percent AM I, and from 51 percent to 80 percent AM I. OAK PARK HEIGHTS AFFORDABLE HOUSING NEED ALLOCATION At or Below 30 Percent AMI 33 From 31 Percent to 50 Percent AMI 11 From 51 Percent to 80 Percent AMI 30 Total Units 74 Note: AMI = Area Median Income Source: Metropolitan Council The City of Oak Park Heights remains committed to reaching this initiative. With the continued development of affordable senior housing and other high-density development, it is expected that this goal will be reached. The last phase of the Oak Park Senior Living project at Oakgreen Avenue and 58th Street, will be completed in 2019 and include 72 affordable units. These units are set aside at the 60 percent of Washington County medium income. The City will work with developers of high-density projects to include affordable house units as part of their developments. Housing Demand/Maintenance/Rehabilitation With ongoing commercial development and job growth in the St. Croix Valley, the demand for housing will remain strong. This demand will promote the infill development and Comprehensive Plan 2018 .° City of Oak Park Heights Page 73 Page 102 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN possible redevelopment expected in the community. Much of the existing housing stock in Oak Park Heights is assessed at less than the market value of new housing in the area. As a result, the community provides a wide range of rental and ownership options for affordable housing. The City of Oak Park Heights has a role in development of a housing program for the community. The City's basic roles of providing adequate/appropriately zoned land and services is critical. The City must also be supportive of the Washington County Community Development Agency (CDA) and its housing programs and funding sources to bring about new construction, redevelopment, and rehabilitation where it will do the most good to improve existing neighborhoods. Redevelopment of substandard properties or working with local financial institutions on programs for first time homebuyers are continuing programs for the Washington County CDA with the City's support. Generally, Oak Park Height's housing stock appears to be in good condition, but there are areas in the community where some homes show signs of deterioration and lots have an unsightly appearance and outdoor storage issues. To insure quality neighborhoods and to maintain property values, the City continues to take steps to improve residential areas exhibiting signs of neglect. The City should consider the formulation and enforcement of housing and ground maintenance regulations with specific attention to building conditions, outdoor storage, and accessory uses. Effective enforcement of these regulations is necessary and an ongoing responsibility of the City. The community has been and continues to be supportive of rehabilitation programs for existing dwelling units. Rehabilitation programs have been available through the Washington County CDA. The City should continue to promote these programs, consider establishing a local revolving fund for rehabilitation loans emphasizing low interest loans to qualifying households, and to continue enforcement of existing codes and regulations related to home and site maintenance and upkeep. The Implementation section of the Comprehensive Plan discusses in more detail the housing programs that are available. PROPOSED LAND USE MAP As indicated, Oak Park Heights is designated as a "Suburban" in the Thrive MSP 2040 regional planning document adopted by the Metropolitan Council in 2014. Under that classification, the overall density expectation is five units per acre. The Proposed Land Use Map on a following page illustrates the 2040 land use for areas within the current boundaries of the City. The map does not vary significantly from the Existing Land Use Map in that the City is almost completely developed. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 74 Page 103 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN PROJECTED LAND USE ACREAGE AND RESIDENTIAL DENSITY Based upon the Proposed Land Use Map, the City has calculated the projected acreage of land use from 2017 to 2040 in five-year increments. The existing vacant, undeveloped land area in the City as of 2017 is 56 acres although the City has identified an additional 21 acres of land that is underdeveloped with the potential for new construction in the coming decades. Most of the projected development is expected for mid to high density, commercial, and highway business land uses. The table as follows provides the projected land use by category. As of 2017, there were 254 acres of low density residential, 62 acres of medium density residential, and 80 acres of high-density residential land use. These acreages include only the land area devoted strictly to that use. All of the areas of waterbodies, wetlands, parks and open space, right-of-way, and other undeveloped land has been removed from these totals. The resulting density in 2017 for each of these land use is as follows: the low density residential density is 1-3 units per acre; the medium density residential density is 4-8 units per acre; and the high density residential density is 8-12 units per acre. LAND USE TABLE IN FIVE YEAR STAGES Existing Proposed Acreage Change Acreage 2017- Category 2017 2020 2025 2030 2035 2040 2040 Residential: Low Density 1-3 units/acre 254 261 265 265 265 265 11 Medium Density 4-8 units/acre 62 62 68 70 70 70 8 High Density 8-12 units/acre 80 80 86 92 98 98 18 Commercial and Industrial: Commercial 205 205 214 226 226 226 21 Highway Business 69 71 76 84 84 84 15 Industrial 170 170 170 170 170 170 0 Other Land Uses: School Facilities 128 128 128 128 128 128 0 Quasi-Public/Utilit 11 11 11 11 11 11 0 Government 192 192 192 192 192 192 0 Park Facilities/Open Space 142 142 142 142 142 142 0 Water 390 390 390 390 390 390 0 Vacant/Underdeveloped 77 68 38 10 4 4 73 Right of Way 372 372 372 372 372 372 0 TOTAL LAND /WATER AREA 1 2,152 2,152 2,152 2,152 2,152 2,152 0 Source: The Planning Company, Inc. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 75 Page 104 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN Residential Land Use With the current redevelopment at Oak Park Boulevard and Oak Green Avenue North, the single-family Palmer Station development will consist of 13 homes. This one of the last pieces of property in the City that will accommodate Low Density Residential development. Other areas of infill development include a property at Oakgreen Avenue and 58th Street that could accommodate six single family homes, a property at Peller and 57th Street that could accommodate two additional single-family homes and property on 53rd Street that could accommodate two additional single-family homes. These areas are designated as Low Density Residential on the Proposed Land Use Map and identified as development areas. In 2019, the last phase of the Oak Park Senior Living project at Oakgreen Avenue and 58th Street, will be completed and will include 72 units. Additional high-density development will occur in an area along 58th Street between Norell Avenue and Nova Scotia Avenue. This area designated as Business/Residential on the Proposed Land Use Plan. Development anticipated by the City would include retail/office on one or two floors with senior living or apartments above. This area is owned by Presbyterian Homes and will likely have a senior living component in that it is adjacent to their Boutwell's Landing development. Another small area of Business/Residential is along 60th Street, west of Oakgreen Avenue. This area has a potential for a limited medium density redevelopment. A third area is on Stage Coach Trail at the south east boundary of the City. It is currently a mix of residential and commercial uses. There is a potential for a residential component to a redevelopment in this area. These areas are designated as Business/Residential Transitional on the Proposed Land Use Map and identified as development areas. Commercial and Highway Business/Warehouse Land Use Commercial development is also limited to smaller areas that are currently vacant including property between 58th Street and 60th Street west of Menards, a former car dealership at Highway 36 and Osgood Avenue, and a property at Osgood Avenue and 59th Street. These areas are designated as Commercial on the Proposed Land Use Map and identified as development areas. Additional Highway Business/Warehouse property is available along Memorial Avenue North, at 58th Street. These are also identified as development areas and designated as Highway Business on the Proposed Land Use Map. Comprehensive Plan 2018 .' City of Oak Park Heights Page 76 Page 105 of 194 LAND USE - LAND USE PLAN INSERT PROPOSED LAND USE MAP Comprehensive Plan 2018 , City of Oak Park Heights Page 77 Page 106 of 194 rn +.A OL CY) ♦ i •� 2 LL aj E GJ $� O G. w r_3 m_ I•' O ° o 0 CL `c d p d`0 V'R CL 4 °p S [. ..4L i i � m r • r m K 9 m w LL I a _ i m O 'a 0 v r _ � 13 ' Z ZL 1 f J� 1 i an a -- W :' E 0 1� rec i • LY ° � V J � � N t 4 o of ul 1 , •,�. r a� CLI Page 107 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION The Transportation Plan is based on a total transportation system and how it relates to and serves the land use patterns of the community. The transportation system encompasses several users such as automobiles, pedestrians, bicycles, mass transit and trucks. The transportation system serves to tie together, and in some cases separate, the various land use activities in the community. The Transportation Plan will present the basis for programming and planning the extension of the community transportation system and undeveloped areas of the City and surrounding areas. The effect of growth and expansion of the community on the existing roadway systems, especially those limited by existing rail, highway, or river crossings, is also part of the Transportation Plan. Development of all alternative or additional routes in existing and developing areas will also serve to lessen the impacts on the existing systems. An integral part of the Transportation Plan will be the Comprehensive Park and Trail System Plan. The plan was last updated in 2008. The Comprehensive Plan includes a section entitled Park and Trail Plan that will update the 2008 plan. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 78 Page 108 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - PHYSICAL PROFILE ROADWAY AND HIGHWAY NETWORK The City of Oak Park Heights is connected to and contains a number of transportation modes, all of which contribute to the movement of goods and people throughout the City and region. The significance of these existing and developing networks in terms of economic, social and recreational considerations makes them a central concern for comprehensive planning. The map on the following page indicates the existing network of Township, County, and State highways as they relate to the City of Oak Park Heights. FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION The functional classification system for the City's streets and highways is based on the usage of the roadways. The map on a following page indicates the existing functional classification of the various roadways within the City. A description of the functional classification system and identification of the roadways under each of the categories is as follows. The Transportation Plan Map, found in a later section of this chapter, identifies the future functional classification of roadways. Principal Arterials Principal arterials include all interstate freeways and other roadways which connect the region with other areas in the state and other states. The emphasis of a principal arterial is on mobility as opposed to local access. Spacing of principal arterials will vary from two to three miles in a fully developed area. The principal arterial in the City is Highway 36, which currently has two lanes for traffic flow in each direction with signalized left-hand turn lanes at all intersections through the community. Highway 36 is connected to State Highway 64 in Wisconsin via the St. Croix River Crossing that opened in August of 2017. Highway 95 is also a principal arterial north of Highway 36 and has two lanes of traffic in each direction. Minor Arterials Minor arterials connect the urban service area to cities and towns inside and outside the region. They also provide supplementary connections between metro cities and regional business concentrations. The emphasis of minor arterials is on mobility as opposed to access in the urban areas. Minor arterials should connect to principal arterials, other minor arterials, and collectors. The spacing of minor arterials in the metro centers and regional business concentrations will vary from one-fourth to three-fourths mile. All of the A-Minor arterials are one lane of traffic flow in each direction. The Functional Classification map on a following page shows the minor arterials in the City. 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W N I je L iC o� 1 fD T— = a O CL 0 2 ro O ' E am LL g s F liaME �I ecoa ••1., C) Tj / 1 to �} 1 _ w i 'roue 4y' 1 o C] U rA c c j j m 2 Z 1 1 1 < o � w =. ; !a Q Q i v9 u r St, 1 4J 72 Q. •�.—..—..— lam' ,�+ `/ `Jy V 5 - Lu �+ W Lu anueny 6uluueyl � , Page 113 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - PHYSICAL PROFILE Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 83 Page 114 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - PHYSICAL PROFILE Collectors The collector system provides connection between neighborhoods and from neighborhoods to business concentrations. Mobility and land access are equally important but direct land use should predominantly be to development concentrations. Collectors typically serve short trips of one to four miles. Spacing in the metro centers and regional business concentrations may vary between one-eighth to one-half mile. Collectors are divided into two categories: major and minor. The Functional Classification map shows the major and minor collectors in the City. Local Streets All other roadways that do not fall into the functional classifications discussed above are designated as local roadways. These streets are primarily designed to provide property access. TRAFFIC VOLUMES The growth of the population within the St. Croix Valley and the opening of the St. Croix River crossing in Oak Park Heights is indicated in the traffic volumes map on the following page. Average daily traffic (ADT) volumes for the years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 are shown. On the major roadways, the ADT volumes have been increasing. With the opening of the St. Croix River Crossing traffic volumes are expected to increase along the Highway 36 corridor. The map also indicates 2017 ADT as well as projections for 2040 on Highway 36, Highway 15 and Highway 95. The projected 2040 traffic volume on Highway 36 is expected to reach 46,600 ADT west of Highway 15, 41 ,000 ADT in that area between Oakgreen and Osgood Avenues, and 32,500 ADT east of Osgood Avenue. IMPROVEMENT PLANS — COUNTY The Washington County Highway Department has developed a Five-Year Transportation Capital Improvement Plan for the years 2017 and 2021 . One Washington County roadway, CSAH 24 (Osgood Avenue) is programmed for intersection, safety, capacity, and pedestrian/bicycle improvements in 2018. Although not in Oak Park Heights, Washington County has programed in 2021 the Highway 36 and CSAH 15 (Manning Avenue) study to provide an interchange at this location. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 84 Page 115 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - PHYSICAL PROFILE INSERT TRAFFIC VOLUMES MAP Comprehensive Plan 2018 ` City of Oak Park Heights Page 85 rPage 116 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - PHYSICAL PROFILE Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 86 Page 117 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - PHYSICAL PROFILE IMPROVEMENT PLANS — STATE With the completion of the St. Croix River Crossing and the Highway 36 improvements in 2017, there are no other planned State projects in or near Oak Park Heights included within the Long-Range Highway Capital Projects 2015-2024 of the 2040 Transportation Policy Plan. The Highway 36 intersections at Norell Avenue and the south west frontage road access at Osgood Avenues will need to be improved and made safer in the very near future. With increasing traffic levels, the intersections will become even more substandard and dangerous. The City sees this as a transportation priority for the community. STREET RECONSTRUCTION/MAINTENANCE PROGRAM Since 1983, the City has planned and accomplished many sections of street reconstruction. In 2014, the City developed a street reconstruction plan through 2036 as represented in the map on the following page. Additionally, the City has done budget planning to ensure adequate funds are reserved to accomplish the plan. The City has also developed a maintenance plan for the ongoing mill and overlay of streets. As with the reconstruction project, budget planning has been done to provide funding for the maintenance program. RAIL FACILITIES Oak Park Heights contains one railroad line, which is utilized by Union Pacific. This line serves the Allen S. King Power Plant. North of Oak Park Heights, this line turns into the Minnesota Transportation Museum Line, which previously was utilized by the Minnesota Zephyr and offered short trip dining rides along the St. Croix River. There was a rail-water intermodal facility at the Allen S. King Plant. Intermodal facilities function as a transfer point between road to ports or rail terminals. This facility was used for coal deliveries to the power plant but was removed as part of the St Croix River Crossing project. There are no other rail, barge and truck or intermodal freight terminals in the City. There are no light rail corridors identified in the 2040 Transportation Policy Plan that would access Oak Park Heights and the immediate area. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 87 Page 118 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - PHYSICAL PROFILE INSERT STREET RECONSTRUCITON MAP Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 88 =E = Page 119 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - PHYSICAL PROFILE Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 89 Page 120 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - PHYSICAL PROFILE AIRPORTS / AIR SPACE Oak Park Heights lies proximate to a number of airport facilities. Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport serves as the region's major airport by providing residents with access to national and international markets. Three smaller airports and runways are located throughout the region. The St. Paul Downtown Airport (Holman Field) is a major corporate flight facility in the east metro area. The Lake Elmo Airport is owned and operated by the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC), and the Forest Lake Airport is a municipal airport. These three facilities relieve the major airport by accommodating corporate and small aircraft as well as the recreational air transportation needs of area residents. The City is not within the airport influence area of any of these airports. The City of Oak Park Heights has taken the necessary steps to protect navigable air space from potential electric interference and obstacles to air navigation. The Zoning Ordinance limits heights of structures within the City to less than 45 feet. TRANSIT SERVICE Oak Park Heights is served by Metro Transit. As shown on the following map, Metro Transit provides an express route (294) that serves Downtown St. Paul, Maplewood, 3M, Oakdale, Imation, Lake Elmo, Stillwater, and Oak Park Heights. The bus runs at rush hours during the weekdays from 5:30 AM to 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a frequency of less than 30 minutes between trips. The route has stops in Oak Park Heights on Osgood Avenue and County Road 15. There is one park and ride location in the area at the St. Croix Valley Recreation Center which is located in Stillwater on Market Drive, between Orleans Street and Curve Crest Boulevard. Washington County Transit Link Service is a dial up service which is available within Oak Park Heights. The service is provided by the Metropolitan Council and is available Monday through Friday between 6:00 AM and 7:00 PM. The City is also served by Metro Mobility/ADA service which provides rides for those persons needing additional assistance. Riders must be certified in advance to qualify for ADA service. The service is available from 5:15 AM to 6:45 PM Monday through Friday and 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Saturday and Sunday. Oak Park Heights is included in Transit Market Areas III and V. Transit Market Area is characterized by moderate density and is primarily served by commuter express bus service. Transit Market Area V has very low population and employment densities. General public dial-a-ride service is appropriate here, but the area is not well suited to fixed route transit service. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 90 Page 121 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - PHYSICAL PROFILE INSERT TRANSIT MAP Comprehensive Plan 2018 ` City of Oak Park Heights Page 91 Page 122 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - PHYSICAL PROFILE Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 92 Page 123 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - GOALS AND POLICIES INTRODUCTION Transportation systems are comprised of various modes which respond to the access needs of the community. All of the transportation modes must be considered in the planning process to ensure a balanced operation as well as a system that responds to all of its users. Factors affecting transportation are the placement of land uses and activities which generate demand on the system. The following goals and policies are provided for transportation planning and development. GENERAL GOALS AND POLICIES Goal 1: Approach transportation in a comprehensive manner, giving attention to all modes while providing safe and convenient movement of all persons and vehicles. Policies: A. Consider all modes of transportation and related facilities as a system to be coordinated and related on a comprehensive basis. B. Plan transportation facilities to function in a manner compatible with adjacent land use. C. Consider the mobility needs of all persons in the planning and development of the transportation system. Goal 2: Coordinate transportation planning and implementation with state, county, and other local jurisdictions. Policies: A. Work with Washington County and the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) and the Metropolitan Council to discuss the ways and means by which their long-term transportation planning goals can be met to satisfy both regional and local needs. B. Work with Mn/DOT on issues related to Highway 36 and Highway 95 and Washington County related to the county roadway system on continuing roadway improvements and maintenance; intersections and frontage roads; bicycle and pedestrian access; lighting; signage; landscaping; and other issues concerning the City. C. Monitor the projected increase in traffic volumes on the Highway 36 corridor and work with Mn/Dot on traffic flow and intersection improvements. D. Plan for a highway and local road system that compliments and facilitates local movement provided by local streets, as well as bicycle and pedestrian facilities. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 93 Page 124 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - GOALS AND POLICIES Goal 3: Develop a system of priorities for improving the various elements of the transportation network emphasizing the highest possible standards of safety and efficiency. Policies: A. Continue to update the Capital Improvement Plan for transportation facilities. B. Maintain a functional classification system for the street system in Oak Park Heights using the classification system developed by Mn/DOT as found in the table below. C. Eliminate and prevent any on-street parking which conflicts with moving traffic or creates hazards. D. Relate street improvements to area land development in order to minimize interrupted or inadequate access. E. Require design and control of all intersections to promote proper visibility and safety for drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists. F. Develop a uniform system and policy regarding public signage which eliminates unnecessary signs and replaces outdated, inappropriate and confusing public signs. G. Correct traffic safety hazards within the community as these are identified. H. Reserve required rights-of-way as part of the City's platting process. I. Where feasible and practical, consider establishing pedestrian and bicycle trails in conjunction with development subdivision and street and highway improvements. J. Continue the street reconstruction programs to update and improve the City's utility and transportation systems. FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION OF STREETS Class Function Provide Access To Principal Arterial Service to major centers of activity, provides Principal arterials continuity to rural arterials stem Minor arterials Minor Arterial Service of an intra-community nature, urban Principal arterials concentrations to rural collector roads Collector streets Land Collector Street Local collection and distribution between collector Land streets and arterials, land access to minor generators Minor arterials Local streets Local Streets Service to abutting land Land Higher order systems Source: Minnesota Department of Transportation Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 94 =E = Page 125 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - GOALS AND POLICIES TRANSIT Goal 1: Provide enhanced mass transit options for the residents of Oak Park Heights and the St. Croix Valley area. Policies: A. Work with the Metropolitan Council and State representatives on development of enhanced transit systems for Oak Park Heights and the St. Croix Valley area. B. Encourage options for increased ride share programs and expand park and ride facilities in Oak Park Heights. C. Continue participation in ongoing feasibility studies for mass transit and rail options for Highway 36 and 95. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 95 Page 126 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - TRANSPORTATION PLAN INTRODUCTION Based upon the information established by the Physical Profile and the foundation provided by the Goals and Policies, this section provides the framework for a Transportation Plan. A functional classification system is established for roadways, guidelines for access management outline are provided, and the capital improvement program is highlighted. The other transportation routes are also discussed, but trails and sidewalks are addressed in a separate heading with parks as found in a following chapter of the plan. FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM / TRANSPORTATION PLAN The functional classification system for the City's streets and highways is illustrated by the criteria developed by the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT). The Transportation Plan Map, found on the following page, illustrates the functional classes for those roadways within Oak Park Heights. The functional classification system is based on anticipated usage for five to ten years in the future. This classification of roadways for Oak Park Heights will be used to determine access points on major roadways and the design relationship of local roads to other township, community, and state highways. There are no changes planned in the number of lanes for Principal Arterials and A-Minor Arterials that would impact the Transportation Plan for Oak Park Heights. The Transportation Plan incorporates the information from the Existing Functional Classification Map and identifies roadway improvements and extensions discussed as part of the planning process. The transit facilities and plans are also featured on the map. The functional classification system for roadways, as identified within the Physical Profile section for Oak Park Heights, is further defined through the access management systems table on a following page. ACCESS MANAGEMENT In an effort to maintain effective traffic flow and safety, while accommodating the access needs of land development, access management techniques are utilized. For Oak Park Heights, access to adjacent roadways is overseen by three primary jurisdictions: Mn/DOT along the State highways, Washington County along County roads, and Oak Park Heights along local streets. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 96 Page 127 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - TRANSPORTATION PLAN INSERT TRANSPORTATION PLAN MAP Comprehensive Plan 2018 ` City of Oak Park Heights Page 97 Page 128 of 194 O m z I f a I f6 a W 4 z i' ! _ L to G da� U I °� a 0g o $E G I K O Q i'U m IL a 0 0 V u@ E � L• a t '� • U �� o i Z ! Sta6e6p°�h�Ya11. _...•..._ i o i Cl I • �� n�x��osB i t a z OnLJOAVUSGAIVO x 1 � i m 0 w ■ ! ! 1 4 m Vi 1 a U U � m 2 .92 1 N 1 ¢ m x O 1 m 1 n o `a `0 7I a d Q Q Q V 1 SIpAo�� jj♦ a0 i U v9l CL i _.. o ci ul W CLI enueA+y Buiuuew Y F� Page 129 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - TRANSPORTATION PLAN Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 98 Page 130 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - TRANSPORTATION PLAN The table as follows provides guidelines for access control based upon Washington County guidelines. The land use categories apply to existing and future development in Oak Park Heights. The term rural should be applied to those roadway segments not planned for immediate urbanization, including agricultural or sparsely developed areas. Urban refers to those areas that are commonly urbanized or planned for development in the short term, including most suburban-type development. The urban use should be applied to the area of the City that is fully developed. The access guidelines should be used for all plat and site plan reviews. In that these guidelines are used as part of a plan and not an ordinance, reasonable discretion could be applied to each site. Washington County and Mn/DOT will give approvals for access to all the roadways under their respective jurisdictions. WASHINGTON COUNTY ACCESS SPACING GUIDELINES Full- Movement Partial private Signal or Functional Classification Intersection Movement Driveway s Roundabout Intersection Spacing Principal Arterial 1/2 mile 1/4 mile Variable 1/2 mile Minor Arterial 1/4 mile 1/4mile Variable 1/4 mile Collector 1/8 mile N/A Variable 1/8 mile Source: Washington County TRAFFIC ANALYSIS ZONES The Transportation Plan must include the allocation of the Metropolitan Council's population, household and employment forecasts separated into Traffic Analysis Zones (TAZ). The Metropolitan Council has provided the City a TAZ map with the zones indicated. The boundaries of these zones extend beyond the City limits and into adjacent jurisdictions. A map of the zones is found on the following page. The allocation of population, household and employment numbers and forecasts for the years 2010, 2020, 2030, and 2040 is found on a following page. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 99 Page 131 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - TRANSPORTATION PLAN ALLOCATION OF FORECASTS TO TRAFFIC ANALYSIS ZONES (TAZ) 2010 2020 2030 2040 TAZ Pop HH I Emp Pop HH I Emp Pop HH Emp Pop I HH Emp 2372 345 150 0 350 150 0 375 160 0 400 175 0 2373 400 175 450 450 200 475 475 215 525 500 225 600 2374 200 80 200 200 80 225 225 90 250 250 100 250 2377 1,500 600 1,558 1,730 825 1,675 1,850 955 1,750 2,000 1,000 1,800 2379 1,000 450 1,100 1,050 475 1,125 1,200 520 1,325 1,300 580 1,500 2380 700 326 300 800 330 300 875 340 350 950 380 400 2382 300 130 500 300 140 500 300 140 500 300 140 500 2355 0 0 250 0 0 300 0 0 400 0 0 450 Total 4,445 1,911 4,358 4,880 2,200 4,600 5,300 2,420 5,100 5,700 2,600 5,500 Source: Metropolitan Council Pop = Population Forecasts HH = Households Forecasts Emp = Employment Forecasts TRAFFIC VOLUMES/PROJECTIONS As indicated in the Physical Profile section, the traffic volumes on Highway 36 are projected to increase substantially by 2040. It is anticipated that the St. Croix River Crossing and Highway 36 will have a dramatic impact on the residents of Oak Park Heights in that the community is separated by this roadway. While the bridge has been open for a few months, it has been observed, but not verified, that the traffic at Norell Avenue, Oakgreen Avenue and Osgood Avenue has increased. Currently, the only projection for the increase in traffic was found in the Environmental Impact Statement for the bridge project. The City will continue to work with Mn/DOT and with Washington County on issues related to frontage roads and critical Highway 36 intersections within the City. The at-grade crossings at Norell Avenue, and the south frontage road of Osgood Avenue will need to be monitored and improved to ensure adequate traffic flow levels and to assure the safety of drivers and pedestrians at these locations. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 100 =E = Page 132 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - TRANSPORTATION PLAN INSERT TAZ MAP Comprehensive Plan 2018 ` City of Oak Park Heights Page 101 rPage 133 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - TRANSPORTATION PLAN Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 102 Page 134 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - TRANSPORTATION PLAN SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS / EXTENSIONS The Land Use Plan indicates possible annexation of the area south of Highway 36 at Manning Avenue. If the annexation occurs, the City would consider the extension of 58th Street to Manning to complete this east/west corridor. The extension would also include bicycle and pedestrian trails to Manning. Acquisition of right-of-way as part of development within the existing City limits at will be necessary for future completion of this corridor. STREET RECONSTRUCTION/MAINTENANCE PROGRAM One of the transportation policies indicates a continuation of the street reconstruction and mill and overlay programs to maintain the local utility and street network. The City Council and City staff will need to continue to monitor the condition of the City streets. The City has created a timeline to complete the necessary sections of the network and has a program to set aside funds to implement this expensive rehabilitation program. RAIL FACILITIES The City of Oak Park Heights will work with representatives of Union Pacific on any rail transportation issues that arise. It is expected that the Allen S. King Plant will continue to receive all the coal shipments via this rail line. The 2040 Transportation Plan does not indicate any light rail corridors that would access Oak Park Heights or neighboring communities in the St. Croix Valley. AIRPORTS There is no impact to Oak Park Heights resulting from the Lake Elmo Airport and the City is not within the airport influence area. The City regulates building and structure height as it relates to navigable air space. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 103 Page 135 of 194 TRANSPORTATION - TRANSPORTATION PLAN BUS / TRANSIT SERVICE One of the issues often raised by officials and residents is the lack of mass transit options for people in Oak Park Heights and the St. Croix Valley. The commuter service is only available on weekends but Metro Mobility/ADA provides weekend service. The 2040 Transportation Policy Plan does not call for any significant changes to the level of service to Oak Park Heights although Highway 36 remains as an express bus corridor. The City will continue to work with Metro Transit officials on continuing and expanding the fixed route transit service for Oak Park Heights to both St. Paul and Minneapolis. Additionally, the City continues to support the local transit service provided by Washington County Transit Link Service and Metro Mobility/ADA. This service is especially important for elderly residents and those that are less independently mobile. Expansion of this service may be necessary as the population of the St. Croix Valley grows older and less mobile. The Transportation Plan on a previous page includes the transit plans included in the 2040 Transportation Policy Plan. PEDESTRIAN / BICYCLE FACILITIES The pedestrian and bicycle plan for the City is found in a separate section of this Comprehensive Plan document. In the last 25 years, the City has invested significantly in the pedestrian and bicycle network throughout the community. It is possible to travel west to east and north and south through the entire City on trails with limited need to travel on streets. The City sees this investment as important to recreation as well as the transportation needs of the community. 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Uf ui 0` �€ w - Page 138 of 194 IMPLEMENTATION INTRODUCTION A final, continuing and ongoing phase of the current comprehensive planning process is the programming of implementation measures intended to bring about improvements to the City as defined by the Comprehensive Plan. Implementation consists of both planning and budgeting. Programs and projects are initially identified and defined. This is followed by prioritizing the various efforts on a yearly basis and then in the year the project will be implemented, determining work responsibility, costs and possible funding sources of projects. The Implementation chapter lists possible improvement projects identified during Oak Park Height's comprehensive planning program. It is again emphasized that implementation of the plan is an ongoing, annual effort which Oak Park Heights should incorporate as part of its management and budgeting process. This Implementation Plan, once established, should be reviewed and updated by the City each year at the beginning of its yearly financial planning. Through such constant attention, the City will be able to progressively address and resolve problems and bring about desired community improvements to the extent that fiscal resources are available. NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Xcel Energy Fly Ash Disposal Site/Oak Park Crossing Park The Xcel Energy fly ash disposal site, which is south of Highway 36 and east of Osgood Avenue, was used to dispense of an ash by-product created at the Allen S. King power generating facility located adjacent to the St. Croix River. The site has been capped and is now Oak Park Crossing Park. The fly ash monitoring will continue under the management of Xcel Energy, but the park is under the management of the City. Wetlands / Perro Creek Wetlands in the City serve important features as ponding areas for ground water recharge, nutrient assimilation, wildlife habitat and as open space. Perro Creek is a significant natural feature within Valley View Park that serves important stormwater and aesthetic functions. The City will continue to protect wetland areas and enforce the existing setbacks and buffer regulations. In addition, the City will incorporate these natural areas into trail planning to take advantage of views and access to these natural areas. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 155 Page 139 of 194 IMPLEMENTATION Ground Water A ground water pollution area south of Oak Park Heights will be an ongoing issue for the City. The Baytown Township ground water contamination site is the result of the disposal or spillage of trichloroethylene in the area south of Highway 5 and west of Manning Avenue, and the use or spillage of carbon tetrachloride at a nearby grain storage facility. The City will need to continue to monitor the spread of the contamination and consider the pollution impact with any new well or well reconditioning. LAND USE Annexation Areas The Comprehensive Plan indicates one area, west of the City in Stillwater Township, that potentially could become a part of the City in the next 10 years. The City will not aggressively pursue areas of annexation from the Township or detachment/annexation from one of the adjoining cities. The City will continue an ongoing dialogue with the property owners and with the affected governing jurisdictions. The use of annexation or orderly annexation agreements would be utilized to make the transition to the City of Oak Park Heights. Residential Single Family. The City will not actively pursue additional land outside of the current City limits for single family development. There are currently no significant tracks of land available in the City for low density subdivision but there will be ongoing, minor single-family infill projects. Preservation and ongoing investment and maintenance within the existing neighborhoods will be the focus for the City in coming years. Street/utility reconstruction projects will also be a focus in neighborhoods as these maintenance projects are required. Medium/High Density Residential. There are no current mid and high-density residential projects under construction within the City, but development in these land use categories are anticipated between 2020 and 2025. As with single family, there are no tracks of land that could accommodate significant mid density projects. Redevelopment along the Highway 36 corridor could include mixed use developments that incorporate mid and high-density residential units. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 156 Page 140 of 194 IMPLEMENTATION There are also two areas identified for additional high-density development, that area north of 58th Street included as part of Boutwells Landing, and property along Stage Coach Trail. Housing The City will work with the Washington County CDA (CDA) to promote the development of affordable housing units in the community, the maintenance and rehabilitation of existing homes, and with homeowner counseling and education programs. Some of the tools that can be used are as follows: Development Financing Tools - Tax Increment Financing (TIF): The City has used TIF in the past to assist in the development of the Oak Park Senior Living project that has created 92 affordable senior units since 2012 and an additional 72 that will be completed in 2019. This tool could be utilized in providing additional affordable units in a high-density development project on 58th Street between Norell Avenue and Nova Scotia Avenue. - GROW Fund: The GROW Fund is a levy-supported loan gap financing tool for rental and homeownership housing affordable to households at 60% AMI or below. The funds are intended to leverage public and private sector funds for the development of new affordable housing units or the preservation of existing ones through redevelopment. The City would work with the CDC in utilizing this financing tool, especially for high density development. - Low Income Housing Tax Credits: The CDA is a sub-allocator of housing tax credits which are the primary way to raise private equity for affordable housing projects. The CDA awards 9% credits on a competitive annual basis while 4% credits are paired with tax exempt bonds and allocated on a pipeline basis with the bond issuance. The housing must be affordable to households with incomes at 60% AMI or below. The City would work with the CDC in utilizing this financing tool, especially for high density development. - Tax Exempt Bonds: The CDA is authorized to issue tax-exempt and taxable revenue bonds for multi-family and facilities projects. Tax exempt bonds offer lower debt service to borrowers than taxable ones. Eligible projects include affordable rental housing, assisted living and long-term care facilities, public infrastructure projects, municipal projects and 501(c) 3 nonprofit real estate and equipment. - Community Development Block Grant (CDBG): CDBG funds can be used to meet a variety of community development needs including investments in public infrastructure, single family or multi-family housing rehabilitation, homelessness assistance, business Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 157 Page 141 of 194 IMPLEMENTATION loans, or capital improvements for publicly owned buildings. The activities must benefit households with incomes at 80% AMI or below. Funding is granted on an annual basis through a competitive process. The CDA administers the CDBG program on behalf of Washington County as pass-through funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. - HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME): Often HOME funds are used for the construction of new affordable housing or rehabilitation and preservation of existing affordable housing. They may also be used for activities related to homebuyer assistance or tenant-based rental assistance. The activities must benefit households with incomes at 80% AMI or below. Funding is granted on an annual basis through a competitive process. The CDA administers the HOME program on behalf of Washington County as pass-through funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Technical Assistance - Community development technical assistance is available from CDA staff. The CDA can provide guidance with acquisition, relocation, site assembly, financing, grant writing, brownfield remediation, and other services to with local development projects. Home Improvement Assistance -Deferred no interest loans up to $18,000 are available to households with incomes at or below 80% AMI. Loans can finance projects that make homes safer and more livable including energy efficiency, accessibility, exterior painting, siding, windows, electrical, plumbing, or lead stabilization projects. The City will work with the CDC in promoting this tool in the City, especially for those older areas of the community that are east of Osgood Avenue. Affordable Mortgage Products -Affordable mortgages are available to Washington County residents through participating lenders in the Start Up Loan program. First time homebuyers must meet median income limits and interest rates are kept low by funding mortgages through a bonding allocation. CDA staff can help connect residents to this program through its Homebuyer Services program. The City can assist the CDC in notifying residents of the availability of this program. Homebuyer Education/Counseling The CDA offers the Home Stretch educational workshops for prospective homeowners. It also provides one on one professional homebuyer counseling by appointment. The Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 158 Page 142 of 194 IMPLEMENTATION CDA is a HUD-approved housing counseling agency and provides services at no cost to participants. Services address a variety of homebuying topics from budgeting and credit scores to home maintenance and mortgages to create savvy, smart homeowners in the process. The City can assist the CDC in notifying residents of the availability of this program. Homeowner Counseling The CDA provides post-purchase counseling to homeowners looking at options to refinance their mortgage as well as homeowners struggling with their mortgage payments. The award-winning CDA counseling team has established a track record of successful outcomes in nearly 80% of resolved foreclosure prevention counseling cases. The CDA is a HUD-approved housing counseling agency that works with homeowners to discuss options and create a plan over the phone or through in person sessions. The City can assist the CDC in notifying residents of the availability of this program Commercial Highway commercial development and redevelopment will continue along Highways 36 and County Road 15. Infill development is expected to claim the remaining developable areas in the next five to ten years. Under-utilized properties will become increasingly attractive for redevelopment as the demand for prime frontage on these corridors continues. The City will need to work with the development community in facilitating upgrades and redevelopment opportunities. Involvement with Mn/DOT and Washington County is also necessary to address access issues, frontage road maintenance, and ongoing funding and improvement issues. Business Warehousing / Industrial The City has very limited area available for business/warehousing land use and no land for additional industrial. The business warehouse area contained within the Kern Center off County Road 15 and 58th Street, will be completely developed in the next five to ten years. The City will support continued investment in the existing business and warehousing areas through expansion, upgrades, and improved infrastructure to insure the economic and job base of the City. A.S. King Plant The Xcel Energy - Allen S. King Plant is a 511 mega-watt coal-fired facility that was constructed in 1968 along the St. Croix River on approximately 60 acres. The King Plant Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 159 Page 143 of 194 IMPLEMENTATION underwent a major retrofit in 2004 to reduce emissions. However, like many power plant facilities, the repair and maintenance become expensive for Xcel Energy compared to alternative investment in new technology and facilities to generate the same power at a lesser cost. Therefore, the City expects that the King Plant will close if the shift away from coal as an energy source continues. The timing of this closure may depend on a number of factors but is reasonable to predict that in the next twenty years the King Plant will be decommissioned. Beyond the environmental discussions or base-load capacity elements, it is important to understand that when this power plant was originally constructed in Oak Park Heights, there was a commitment to the local community from Xcel Energy that there would be a significant tax benefit to its residents in exchange for having this facility in the community. While there have been annual fluctuations, this tax benefit remains. Currently, the City receives 33 percent of its annual property tax revenue from the King Plant or approximately 1 .7 million dollars. If the King Plant closes and no longer remains a viable source of tax revenue, the City will have a significant gap in its ability to fund municipal services. Accordingly, the City, like many other communities that host power plants (being coal, nuclear or natural gas) must begin to contemplate about how it would respond when such closure happens. More specifically, what would happen to the Allen S. King Plant site? How or could the budget gap be addressed without a passage of such costs to others? Will the site have ongoing environmental issues? The City plans to engage with Xcel Energy, community members, and State and local government partners to begin to explore the issues and opportunities that a potential closure of the King Plant will present. Park Land / Open Space As part of this Comprehensive Plan process, the Parks and Trails Plan has been updated. The plan indicates that there are no new areas planned for park development in the City. Identified in the plan are a number of park and trail improvements, most related to maintenance, that will be addressed in the next ten years. Public and Institutional There are no significant expansions for any of the public or institutional facilities that would necessitate change in land uses. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 160 Page 144 of 194 IMPLEMENTATION HISTORIC PRESERVATION The Land Use Plan has identified two sites deemed historic. Due to the limited number of historic structures and sites, the City does not anticipate the need for a preservation ordinance or establishment of a commission to oversee historic resources. The City will work to maintain these properties, within financial and practical reason, in that they contribute to the cultural resources of the community. SOLAR ACCESS PROTECTION Solar access protection is provided for the uniform application of lot and building performance standards that are in place within the Oak Park Heights Zoning Ordinance. The City will continue to maintain these standards and promote the establishment of energy saving and capture methods that are in conformance with the building design and lot requirements. There are three solar related cost-free programs that the City will consider enrolling in. They are designed to provide planning, technical, and policy assistance: U.S. Department of Energy's SolSmart Program: Solar Permitting, Zoning and Development Minnesota GreenStep Cities Program: Sustainability Best Practices Xcel Energy's Partners in Energy Program: Energy Action Plan Development. TRANSPORTATION Functional Classification System / Access Management The Transportation Plan indicates a functional classification system map as well as regulations for access management. On an ongoing basis, the City will follow the plan in terms of the access management recommendations as it relates to new and redevelopment projects. Highway 36 The City recognizes the increased 2030 traffic volumes projected on Highway 36 which is expected to reach 55,000 ADT in that area between Oakgreen and Osgood Avenues. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 161 Page 145 of 194 IMPLEMENTATION With the increased traffic, the City will continue to work with Mn/DOT and Washington County on issues related to frontage roads and critical Highway 36 intersections within the City. The at-grade crossings at Norell Avenue and Osgood Avenue will need to be monitored and improved to ensure adequate traffic flow levels and to assure the safety of drivers and pedestrians at these locations. Street Reconstruction Program One of the transportation policies indicates a continuation of the street reconstruction programs to maintain the local utility and street network. The City Council and City staff will need to continue to maintain the condition of the City streets and determine a timeline to complete the necessary sections of the network. As part of the budgeting process, the City Council will also need to continue to set aside funds to eventually complete this expensive rehabilitation program. Rail Facilities The City of Oak Park Heights will work with representatives of Union Pacific on any rail transportation issues that arise. It is expected that the Allen S. King Plant will continue to receive all of the coal shipments via this rail line. The 2040 Transportation Plan does not indicate any light rail corridors that would access Oak Park Heights or neighboring communities in the St. Croix Valley. Bus / Transit Service The City will continue to work with Metro Transit officials on continuing and expanding bus service for Oak Park Heights. Additionally, the City continues to support the local transit service provided by the Washington County Transit Link Service and Metro Mobility/ADA. This service is especially important for elderly residents and those that are less independently mobile. Expansion of this service may be necessary as the population of the St. Croix Valley grows older and less mobile. COMMUNITY FACILITIES Police and Fire The City's police and fire services adequately serve the emergency protection needs of the community at this time. The contract with the Bayport Fire Department has served the community well and will be continued into the future. The City will need to continue to monitor its needs for fire and ambulance service, especially as the elderly population Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 162 Page 146 of 194 IMPLEMENTATION of the community grows. The new Bayport Fire Department facility, completed in 2016, will also serve the member communities well for years to come. Additional study will be necessary to determine if the Bayport Fire Department could serve the development of the potential annexation area to the west of the City. If an annexation proposal is presented to the City, a study would be necessary. Water, Sanitary Sewer and Storm Sewer Services The City Engineer, Stantec, has developed Water, Sanitary Sewer and Storm Sewer Plans as part of this Comprehensive Plan Update. These plans are attached in the Appendix of this document. City Hall/Public Works With the completion of the City Hall building in 2009 and the remodel and expansion of the public works building, the City/Police facilities and the maintenance garage will serve the community well for years to come. There are no other major facility replacement or improvements planned now other than upkeep and maintenance of existing. ADMINISTRATION Staffing The City will need to monitor staffing levels as the City grows and redevelopment occurs. It is not anticipated that staffing/positions will need to be changed from the current levels. Community Identity The City will need to continue efforts in promoting recognition and identification. Construction of welcome signs at the primary entrances to the community and use of newspapers, cable TV, the City website and the City newsletter are all seen as important vehicles in City promotion. Continued promotion of the City's extensive trail system is also seen as a significant way of introducing people to Oak Park Heights. Public Relations Oak Park Heights has an ongoing policy of providing effective public education regarding City activities. The City will continue to work on ways to promote the Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 163 Page 147 of 194 IMPLEMENTATION community, its residential neighborhoods, and its business and commercial sites using effective communication tools. To continue and improve the lines of communication between City government and its citizens, Oak Park Heights should continue to use the City website, newsletters, mailings, cable access, newspapers, and other forms of public media. Zoning / Subdivision Regulations Updates / Design Guidelines As a follow up to Comprehensive Plan approval, the City will review and update its zoning and subdivision regulations as necessary within nine months of adopting the Comprehensive Plan 2040. The Comprehensive Plan text does not suggest any significant changes to the Zoning Ordinance district allowances and performance standards. The Zoning Ordinance has been amended but has not been completely updated since 1998. The City may consider a total update to improve format and modernize standards and provide a more user-friendly document. Capital Improvement Planning The City of Oak Park Heights has an effective system of capital improvements planning that is scheduled or updated on a yearly basis. The capital improvement planning can be used as a planning tool that will be especially important as the City continues to grow, and redevelopment projects occur. A copy of the Capital Improvement Plan is found as Appendix A. Comprehensive Plan 2018 City of Oak Park Heights Page 164 Page 148 of 194 Oak Park Heights Request for Council Action Meeting Date January 22ndM 2019 Time Required: 10 Minutes Agenda Item Title: 58`'' street Im ro ments rove Plans and Specifications Agenda Placement New Bu ` ess da Originating Department) questor: ri son Cily Administratar- Requester's Signature Action Requested: See Below Background/Justification(Please indicate if any previous action has been taken or if other public bodies have advised): The City is proceeding with the plans and specifications for the 581h Street improvements, lying just to the west of Stillwater Blvd. In order to proceed further two actions are needed. I. Approve the Proposal for Engineering Services—dated 1/15/19. NOTE:. While this document is executed, it was necessary to complete the Plans and Specifications, should the project not move forward, such additional fees for related tasks would not be incurred. This document includes the project best anticipated Schedule, anticipated Tasks and Cost Estimates for the Engineering items as outlined in the enclosed Proposal. 2. Approve the Plans and Specifications for the Project. (Enclosed) &Authorize Bids. The Cost Estimate for all project elements (including Engineering Costs, is estimated to be $218,000 and would be funded from the City Street reconstruction Fund with a portion from the City's Storm Water Fund. Staff will have a more detailed breakdown at the 1/22/19 Meeting. Page 149 of 194 Stantec Consulting Services Inc. 2335 Highway 36 West Stantec St. Paul MN 55113 January 18, 2019 File: 193804357 Attention: Eric Johnson City Administrator City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Boulevard Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 Reference: 58th Street at Stillwater Blvd. Turn Lane Project- Authorize Bidding Dear Eric, The design of the plans for the 581h Street at Stillwater Blvd Turn Lane Project is underway. A progress set of plans and the original concept are attached for reference. The project consists of adding a turn lane and storm sewer to the south half of the west leg of the intersection, and milling and overlaying the existing lanes (between Stillwater Blvd and Minnesota Avenue). The work will also include several minor modifications to the traffic signal. The plans will be ready to send out for solicitation of bids prior to the February 26th City Council meeting. As such, we recommend that the City Council authorize advertisement for contractor bids, to be initiated when the plans are final, subject to City staff's review and authorization. This Council authorization now, will allow the City to get the project out to bid when the plans are ready and approved by City staff, before the next Council meeting. This will fit with the project schedule that has the City opening bids on March &h. If you have any questions or require further information, please call me at (612) 712-2085. Regards, Stantec Consulting Services Inc. Lee M. Mann, PE City Engineer Phone: 612-712-2085 Lee.mann@stantec.com Attachments: 58th Street at Stillwater Blvd Turn Lane Concept Plan 58th Street at Stillwater Blvd Turn Lane Progress Plan Set c. Andy Kegley, City of Oak Park Heights Kellie Schlegel, Stantec Design with community in mind Page 150 of 194 a eC 2335 Highway 36 West,St. Paul MN 55113-3819 T v Ly C--6 CCU ar January 15, 2019 File: 193885119 Attention: Mr. Eric Johnson City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Boulevard Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 Reference: Proposal for Engineering Services —5811 Street at Stillwater Blvd. Turn Lane Project Dear Eric, This letter outlines the Scope of Services and estimated costs for providing design services and construction services for the installation of a right turn lane on the west leg of 581" Street at Stillwater Boulevard, The improvements will include milling and overlaying the north half of the west leg of the intersection, installing a right turn lane with curb and gutter and storm sewer on the south half of the west leg of the intersection and rebuilding the trail on the south side. Modifications to the signal system will also be necessary. The design and construction services phases for this project would consist of the following tasks: Design Phase: Task 1 — Roadway Design: This task includes design of the proposed turn lane improvements between Stillwater Boulevard and Minnesota Avenue, including storm sewer, curb and gutter, ADA improvements to the southwesterly quadrant of the intersection, and a bituminous trail. Included in this task is attendance at 1 meeting with City and County staff to review and discuss preliminary plans for proposed signal and turn lane modifications, preparation of construction documents, County permit application, and coordination of bidding. Task 2— Signal Design: This task includes design of the proposed signal modifications. Based on our discussions with Washington County, signal modifications will consist of relocating a signal head, relocating a handhole and associated wiring, installing two pedestrian push buttons at the southwesterly quadrant, and installing new loop detectors and wiring on 5811 Street. Included in this task is attendance at the meeting with City and County staff in conjunction with Task 1 to discuss proposed improvements, and preparation of construction documents. Construction Phase. Task 3—Construction Observation and Staking: This task includes construction observation and construction staking for the proposed improvements. Included in this task is review of construction submittals, attendance at 1 preconstruction meeting and 1 construction meeting with the contractor halfway through the project, contract administration, construction observation, and staking (one time)of curb, storm sewer, trail, and signal improvements. This task assumes between 10 and 15 days of active construction based on typical construction time frames. Task 4— Record Plans: This task includes survey of installed storm sewer structures, and preparation of record pians. Page 151 of 194 a January 15, 2019 Mr. Eric Johnson Page 2 of 3 Reference: Proposal for Engineering Services—581"Street at Stillwater Blvd.Turn Lane Project Proposed Schedule The proposed Schedule for the project is as follows.- January ollows:January 22, 2019 Approve plans, authorize bidding February 15, 2019 Ad for bid published March 6, 2019 Receive Bids March 26, 2019 Review Bids/Award Contract May/June 2019 Begin construction July 2019 Substantial/Final completion The Design Phase will be performed for a lump sum fee of$19,900 including expenses. The construction services will be performed on an hourly basis not-to-exceed fee without prior authorization in the amount of the range of$20,900 - $24,900. The total estimated fee range for the wore is $40,800 - $44,800. In addition, the City should budget$2,000 for construction materials testing. This letter and scope of services represent the understanding between the City and Stantec in respect to the Project and may only be modified i riting signed by both of us and is subject to the current Master Services Agreement between the qty a d Stantec. If this letter s 'sfactor4sets forth c editions of our Agreement, please sign in the space below and return ane-copy to our/office. Thapk you for the opportunity to provide these services. C'f'YOFOAK P EI S Y Print,Name,and Title bat4 U" If you have any questions, need additional information,or wish to discuss this matter in greater detail, please contact me. Page 152 of 194 H January 15,2019 Mr. Eric Johnson Page 3 of 3 Reference; Proposal for Engineering Services—581"Street at Stillwater Blvd. Turn Lane Project Regards, STANTEC CONSULTING SERVICES INC. Lee M. Mann P,E. 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URN FI F �Lu 49 � � '� J iJU��>I=fo�= LL t 1 5 1 4 srctiiS2ia�3S1Z�aZa31^;d uartbs-�s,2t�rts�l�:�d.sr-_ _n-�_-_..;,1-� - r. Oak Park Heights Request for Council Action Meeting Date January 22"', 2019 Time Required: 5 Minutes Agenda Item Title: Coalition of Utility Cities— Possible Position of Support Agenda Placement New Business Originating Department/Requestor: Ma or McComber Requester's Signature Action Requested: See Below Background/Justification (Please indicate if any previous action has been taken or if other public bodies have advised): There have been some recent discussions between the Coalition of Utility Cities (CUC) members, CUC Staff, and its members' respective State Legislators regarding power plant taxation and valuation matters. The CUC is seeking a resolution or position of support for prospective actions so that as the upcoming legislative session opens the participating communities are better prepared. Please see the attached resolution and the related STAFF MEMO. Page 185 of 194 RESOLUTION A RESOLUTION BY THE CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS RELATING TO UTILITY VALUATION REFORM WHEREAS,AIlan S.King Plant(the"Facility")is located in the City of Oak Park Heights (the"City");and WHEREAS,the current valuation of the energy producing equipment(the"Equipment")of the Facility significantly contributes to the tax base of the City; and WHEREAS,the valuation of this Equipment varies according to its upgrade and depreciation schedule;and WHEREAS, the Minnesota Legislature has recently considered legislation, such as a bill introduced in 2015 as SF 1636, and later introduced in 2017 as HF 1985,that would alter the system by which the state assesses the value of the Facility, eliminate the personal property tax on the Equipment, and replace it with a new method of determining market value based on energy capacity, energy production,and spent nuclear fuel storage where relevant;and WHEREAS, it is anticipated that the proposed legislation provides a more stable tax base over time, eliminating the volatility caused by the upgrade.,`depreciation cycle; and WHEREAS, the legislation provides for an increase in value over time based on increases in value tied to an inflationary adjustment(the"Inflationary Adjustment");and WHEREAS, the legislation provides for year-to-year stability by including a "rolling average" of production value (the"Rolling Average");and WHEREAS, for those cities whose tax base decreases as a result of the new energy tax base valuation,the State is to provide transition aid to hold local property taxpayers harmless;and WHEREAS,the legislation includes transition aid to provide predictability and a smooth transition in their tax base at the time of eventual plant retirement;and NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council for the City of Oak Park Heights that the City Council of supports the proposed legislation changing the process of valuing electric generating property, provided the following are ensured:(1)the legislation continues to include inflationary adjustment,rolling average,or other similar measures to stabilize and increase value over time; (2) the legislation includes Transition Aid that will hold host communities and local property taxpayers harmless in the transition to the new system; (3) includes aid that will provide a smooth transition for city revenries and property tax payments at the time of plant retirement. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that at this time the City Council authorizes the Coalition of Utility Cities and that group's representatives at Flaherty&Hood,PA,to represent the City in this matter and asks that the Investor Owned Utilities and state policymakers work with them to achieve passage of this legislation and that achieves such goals as outlined herein Passed by the City Council of the City of Oak Park Heights this day of January 2019 Mary McComber,Mayor ATTEST Eric Johnson City Administrator Page 186 of 194 1 © FLAHERTYIHOOD P. A. MEMORANDUM To: City of Oak Park Heights From: Justin Stofferahn, Policy Analyst Date: January 18, 2019 Re: Utility Property Valuation Reform This memo provides information on the current state of the effort to reform how utility property is valued and give an overview of the current proposal as well as potential further changes. History In response to a 2015 Minnesota Department of Revenue study on the taxation of energy- producing systems, former Senator Rod Skoe (DFL-Clearbrook) introduced a proposal in the 2015 legislative session to create a new system of taxation for electricity-producing systems. That bill, SF 1636, also repealed all exemptions and exclusions from value of utility property. The primary reform of the bill was to change how energy-producing equipment (called "electric generating machinery" in state law and by the Minnesota Department of Revenue) is valued. The reform creates a taxable valuation based on nameplate capacity, actual energy production, and storage of spent nuclear fuel. During the 2018 legislative session an attempt to move forward on this reform idea was made with HF1985. Negotiations between the Coalition of Utility Cities (CUC) and Minnesota utilities (lead by Xcel) were unable to produce an agreement on a way forward. This memo walks through the valuation reform proposal as it existed at the end of last year's negotiations. Because an actual agreement was not met, the rates used in this analysis do not appear in HF1985. It is likely legislation in the 2019 session would have slightly different valuation rates. The Proposal The proposal creates a new valuation method for electric generating machinery, substations, and transmission and distribution lines. Updating the effective dates in HF1985 would make assessment year 2020 (pay 2021)the first under the new valuation method. 1 Page 187 of 194 2 This method would be based on nameplate capacity, electric generation, and spent nuclear fuel of electric generating facilities; as well as substation capacity; miles of transmission lines; and the customer count of distribution lines. A plant's utility property is determined by capacity and valuation rates. Capacity Valuation The "capacity valuation," per kilowatt hour of nameplate capacity is as follows: • $0 for hydroelectric generating systems • $10 for machinery used to generate electricity from natural gas • $15 for machinery used to generate electricity from from coal • $20 for machinery used to generate electricity from nuclear power Production Valuation Valuation rates for energy production, per kilowatt hour of energy produced, are also used in a property's valuation. Energy production is calculated on a five-year rolling average. For an electric generating system that has been in operation for less than five years, its average production would be its average since the facility began operating. The production rates are as follows: • $0.06 for hydroelectric generating systems • $0.0625 for machinery used to generate electricity from natural gas • $0.065 for machinery used to generate electricity from coal • $0.115 for machinery used to generate electricity from nuclear power Nuclear energy facilities also receive $100,000 per ton of spent fuel. Using the above rates and values, the valuation of an electric generation system within a city would be: Nameplate capacity, in megawatts, X by its "generation capacity valuation" + Average electric energy production for the last five years X "production valuation" rate + "Spent fuel base" Electric Generating Machinery Tax Base Electric substations would have a valuation rate of$27,500 times the capacity in megavolt amperes (MVa) of all transformers, electric transmission lines would have a valuation rate of $900 per mile, and electric distribution lines would have a valuation rate of$1,300 per customer. Annual Production Rate Adjustment The production rates above are adjusted annually by the change in gross domestic product for nonresidential investment, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. 2 Page 188 of 194 3 Gross Private Domestic Investment 15% 10% • • • • • • • • 5% • • • �, 0% __y _. . ..-.- ----- _. ..--------- 1996 ---1996 2@01 2006 2011 2016 2021 2026 -5% -10% -15% -20% Nonresidential Gross Private Domestic Investment Nonresidential Gross Private Domestic Investment (Projected by MMB) Replacement Aid The proposal establishes replacement aid for cities that lose revenue based on the new electric generating machinery valuation. The replacement aid would help cities as they transition onto the new valuation system, and kick in following plant closures/retirements. For aids payable in 2021, each local unit's aid would be equal to the difference in tax on electric system components from taxes payable in 2020 and taxes payable in 2021, if the 2021 amount is less than the 2020 amount. For aids payable in 2021 and subsequent years, replacement aid depends on the size of any change in utility tax base relative to the prior year, and would include a two-pronged test: • If the tax capacity of electric system components in a local unit is reduced by at least 10 percent compared to the previous year; and • The reduction is at least 5 percent of the local unit's total tax base, then replacement aid equals the previous year's aid plus the reduction in tax for the current year. In the event those two conditions are not met, replacement aid is equal to 95% of the previous year's aid minus any increase in electric system component taxes from the prior year. Aid is terminated if it is less than 5 percent of the jurisdiction's total net tax capacity multiplied by the local tax rate. Apportionment Xcel has recently proposed modifying the utility valuation reform proposal to keep in place how utility property value is apportioned to local taxing jurisdictions under current law. In order to 3 Page 189 of 194 4 better understand how this idea would impact cities, it is helpful to understand how the current valuation process works. The Department of Revenue and utility companies currentlyfollow these steps: I. Estimate the Unit Value of a company (e.g. the value of all Xcel property within and outside of Minnesota) 2. Allocate a portion of the Unit Value to Minnesota 3. Remove any locally assessed or non-taxable value to arrive at the Minnesota Apportionable Value 4. Determine the total Original Cost of a companies' operating property within Minnesota and divide that Original Cost by the Apportionable Value to determine the Apportionment Percentage. 5. That Apportionment Percentage is then applied to the Original Cost to determine a local taxing jurisdictions share of the value. So if a city has a parcel of property with an Original Cost of$100,000 and the Apportionment Percentage is 50%, the market value for that parcel is$50,000. The Original Cost value is determined by the following calculations: Prior Year's Cost + Current Year Additions (e.g. investments in a plant) - Current Year Retirements (e.g. equipment taken out of service or sold) Exemptions = Current Year Total Cost This means that the Total Cost of property can vary from year to year just as the value of utility property can. Xcel's proposal would be to include the apportionment process detailed in steps 4 and 5 above, within the new production-based valuation system. So instead of the production value from a particular power plant serving as the market value given to its host city, that production value would impact the apportionment percentage applied to the original cost of equipment in a city. Tax Modeling The following pages of this memo contain modeling that Flaherty & Hood has prepared for the City of Oak Park Heights. The first set models the utility valuation reform proposal as it existed in HF1985, but with three different replacement aid calculations. One of the issues from last session was with the duration and amount of replacement aid authorized under the proposal. These aid calculations are as follows: 1. The utility property tax base under HF1985, but without replacement aid 2. The utility property tax base and replacement aid as it existed in HF1985 4 Page 190 of 194 5 I The utility property tax base under HF1985, but with replacement aid adjusted to decline by 75% of the prior year's aid and ending after seven consecutive years of aid The third scenario is to illustrate what a quicker decline in transition aid would look like, but does not represent any agreed upon proposal at this time. 5 Page 191 of 194 7 Estimated Utility Property Taxes under Valuation Reform Proposal for Oak Park Heights (Assumes No Replacement Aid) $3.50 $3.00 $2.50 �n 0 $2.00 $1.50 $2.40 $2.51 $2.56 $2.61 $2.66 $2.72 $2.78 52.84 $2.91 $1.00 $0.50 $0.00 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Local Property Taxes from Utility Tax Base Assumptions:2021 is the first year of the new tax system.Graph reflects the total utility tax base within a city. Data used for calculating projections was supplied by the MN Department of Revenue utilizing information provided by utility companies.MN Department of Revenue non-residential investment projections are used as the inflator to calculate the annual adjustment to the generation rates_City tax rates held constant in future years.Assumes Allen S.King plant closes in 2028. 7 Page 192 of 194 9 Estimated Replacement Aid under HF1985 for Oak Park Heights $3.50 $3.00 $2.50 $2.00 c a 2 $1.50 $2.51 $2.56 $2.61 $2.66 $2.72 $2.78 $2.84 $2.91 $2.91 $2.76 $2.62 $1.00 $2.40 $2.49 52.37 $2.25 $Z.14 $2.03 $1.93 $1.83 $1.74 $1.65 $0.50 $0.00 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Local Property Taxes from Utility Tax Base Replacement Aid Assumptions:2021 is the first year of the new tax system.Graph reflects the total utility tax base within a city.Data used for calculating projections was supplied by the MN Department of Revenue utilizing information provided by utility companies.MN Department of Revenue non-residential investment projections are used as the inflator to calculate the annual adjustment to the generation rates.City tax rates held constant in future years.Assumes Allen S.King plant closes in 2028. 9 Page 193 of 194 11 Estimated Replacement Aid under Utility Valuation Proposal for Oak Park Heights (Assumes Aid Declines by 75%of Prior Year for Seven Years) 53.50 $3.00 $2.50 $2.00 a � $1.50 $2.40 $2.51 $2.56 $2.61 $2.66 $2.72 $2.78 $2.84 $2.91 $2.91 $1,00 $2.18 $1.64 $0.50 $1.23 $0.92 $0.69 $0.52 $0.00 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2425 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Local Property Taxes from Utility Tax Base Replacement Aid Assumptions:2021 is the first year of the new tax system.Graph reflects the total utility tax base within a city.Data used for calculating projections was supplied by the MN Department of Revenue utilizing information provided by utility companies.MN Department of Revenue non-residential investment projections are used as the inflator to calculate the annual adjustment to the generation rates.City tax rates held constant in future years.Assumes Allen S.King plant closes in 2028. 12 Page 194 of 194