Plan Commission Meeting Minutes – August 11, 2016

A meeting of the City of Kaukauna Plan Commission was called to order at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 11, 2016, by Chairman Rosin.

Members Present: Feldt, McGinnis, Oldenburg, Rosin, Schoenike, Sundelius.

Also Present: Planning Director Jakel, City Attorney Davidson, Project Engineer Neumeier, Planning/Engineering Technician Holmes, Planning Intern Russell, Media.

Absent and Excused: Penterman, VanderSanden.

1. Absent and Excused. A motion to excuse the absent Commission members was made by McGinnis, seconded by Sundelius. All members voted aye. Motion carried.

1. Minutes. A motion to approve the minutes of the July 7, 2016, meeting was made by Schoenike, seconded by Oldenburg. All members voted aye. Motion carried.

1. One Lot CSM for Nancy Davis on Peters Road. Mr. Jakel explained that the property was recently annexed into the City and the CSM gives the City definitive numbers on the frontage. A motion to recommend to the Council approval of the CSM as presented was made by Schoenike, seconded by McGinnis. All members voted aye. Motion carried.

• Concept Plan Re-platting a Part of Martin’s Bluff Subdivision. Mr. Jakel explained that the property is unusual in its layout and the original plat included six lots along two cul-de-sacs. The subdivision is required to meet storm water requirements and will lose one buildable lot from the original plat as a result making the project not economically viable. The new plan for three lots would eliminate Martin Court and place driveways off Peters Road and allow storm water management off the back of the lots. Mr. Sundelius explained that the infrastructure is already in place and he didn’t want contractors to go into the road to place the laterals. He also asked if Outagamie County would allow lots to be created without access. Mr. Jakel suggested that Lots 7 and 8 be extended to the lot line to eliminate any remnant lots. Mr. Sundelius explained that the option might require a replat of the subdivision. Mr. Jakel explained that it may be accomplished via a CSM. Mr. Neumeier explained that either option will require compliance with storm water requirements however they may be able to reduce the size. Mr. Schoenike explained that he preferred a replat of the subdivision to address the lot layout and easements.

• Rezoning 510 Reaume Avenue from CCD to RTF. Mr. Holmes explained that the residential property was previously acquired by the adjoining funeral home to accommodate an expansion to the facility, however, that expansion did not occur. The new buyer is looking to have the property rezoned in keeping with the surrounding properties and the comp plan. The property will remain as a residential unit. A motion to recommend to the Council the rezoning of 510 Reaume Avenue from CCD – Commercial Core District to RTF – Residential Multi Family was made by Feldt, seconded by Schoenike. All members voted aye. Motion carried.

1. Special Exception – Pavilion at Hydro Park. Mr. Holmes explained that the pavilion is proposed to be located 21 feet from the right of way and code requires it to be 25 feet. The encroachment could be permitted via a Special Exception similar to the situation at the high school sports field. Mr. Feldt asked why the pavilion couldn’t be pushed back to accommodate the setback. Mr. Sundelius explained that it would be too close to the impellor. A motion to set a public hearing before the Plan Commission on Thursday, September 8^th at 4:00 p.m. to receive comments on the special exception request was made by McGinnis. Seconded by Schoenike. All members vote aye. Motion carried.

1. Acquisition of ROW Adjoining CTH Z from Outagamie County. Mr. Jakel explained that people using the gun range park on the street and the closure of CTH Z will likely increase traffic. Outagamie County would like to limit parking along the street and encourage the gun range to expand their off street parking. Expera will make improvements to the intersection to accommodate their operations. Mr. Holmes explained that handicapped users are permitted to drive down to the range. Mr. Sundelius suggested that Expera and the gun range be made aware of the plans. Mr. Jakel explained that he would work with both parties as well as Outagamie County on the acquisition.

1. Set Public Hearing on the Creation of TIF #9. Mr. Jakel explained that the Council worked out an agreement with Dutch Boyz Development to redevelop the site and place a 12,000 square foot commercial facility. The site had challenges with storm water management and changes in the right of way on Highways 55 and 96. The City would provide $200,000 to bring down the cost of the development. Vierbicher and Associates has been contracted to handle the creation process which needs to be complete by September 30^th. Mr. McGinnis asked if other properties would be incorporated into the new district. Mr. Jakel explained that it would be addressed as part of the project plan. A motion to set the public hearing on the creation of TIF #9 before the Plan Commission on Thursday, August 25^th at 6:00 p.m. was made by McGinnis, seconded by Schoenike. All members voted aye. Motion carried.

There being no further business to be brought before the Commission, a motion to adjourn the meeting at 4:45 p.m. was made by Feldt, seconded by Sundelius. All members voted aye. Motion carried.

Julianne Schroeder, Executive Secretary