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Home My WebLink About2017-05-22 City Council Workshop Packet RULES OF CIVILITY FOR THE CITY COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND OUR COMMUNITY Following are rules of civility the City of Maplewood expects of everyone appearing at Council Meetings - elected officials, staff and citizens. It is hoped that by following these simple rules, everyone’s opinions can be heard and understood in a reasonable manner. We appreciate the fact that when appearing at Council meetings, it is understood that everyone will follow these principles: Speak only for yourself, not for other council members or citizens - unless specifically tasked by your colleagues to speak for the group or for citizens in the form of a petition. Show respect during comments and/or discussions, listen actively and do not interrupt or talk amongst each other. Be respectful of the process, keeping order and decorum. Do not be critical of council members, staff or others in public. Be respectful of each other’s tim e keeping remarks brief, to the point and non-repetitive. AGENDA MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP Joint Meeting of City Council, Planning Commission and Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive Steering Committee 5:00 P.M. Monday, May 22, 2017 Fire Station No. 2, 1955 Clarence Street N A. CALL TO ORDER B. ROLL CALL C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None E. NEW BUSINESS 1. 2040 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Kick -Off Meeting F. ADJOURNMENT THIS PAGE IS INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK MEMORANDUM TO: Melinda Coleman, City Manager FROM: Michael Martin, AICP, Economic Development Coordinator DATE: May 16, 2017 SUBJECT: 2040 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Kick-Off Meeting Introduction At the city council workshop on Monday, May 22, 2017, the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee will be holding its kick-off meeting at 5 p.m. at Fire Station No. 2 – in the Gladstone neighborhood. The agenda for this meeting is attached to this report. An email will be sent to the city council and the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Steering later this week with the presentation materials for Monday. This information will also be posted to the project’s website – www.maplewoodmn.gov/2040. Discussion At the May 8, 2017 city council meeting, members of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee were confirmed. All council members, along with the planning commission, are being asked to attend Monday’s kick-off meeting. As the plan process progresses the city council and all city commissions will be provided status updates and be asked for feedback and direction on a regular basis at their normal meetings. The meeting on Monday will serve as a “Maplewood Comprehensive Planning 101”. This meeting will be designed to provide an orientation to comprehensive planning in general and will also include a review of the current plan, required comprehensive plan contents, the Metropolitan Council’s Thrive 2040 initiative, Maplewood’s System Statement, the schedule for the update process and other pertinent information. Budget Impact None Recommendation No action required Attachments 1.Agenda for May 22, 2017 2040 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Kick-Off Meeting E1 Workshop Packet Page Number 1 of 2 Hoisington Koegler Group Inc. Hoisington Koegler Group Inc. 123 North Third Street, Suite 100 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 (612) 338-0800 Fax (612) 338-6838 www.hkgi.com Creating Places that Enrich People’s Lives MEETING AGENDA Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive Plan Joint Kick-Off Meeting Monday, May 22, 2017, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Meeting Location Maplewood Fire Station No. 2 – 1955 Clarence Street North Meeting Purpose Provide an orientation to comprehensive planning, review the proposed schedule, discuss community engagement, and explore potential issues and opportunities 1.Welcome and Introductions 2.Comprehensive Planning Overview •What is a Comprehensive Plan? •What is the Regional Framework that impacts comprehensive planning? •What trends may impact Maplewood’s future? 3.Maplewood’s Comprehensive Planning Process •Process/Schedule •Community Engagement Approach •Explore Potential Issues and Opportunities 4.Next Steps E1, Attachment 1 Workshop Packet Page Number 2 of 2 v v Hoisington Koegler Group Inc.Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanJoint Kick-Off MeetingMay 22, 2017For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanAgenda• Welcome and Introductions• Comprehensive Planning Overview• Maplewood’s Comprehensive Planning Process• Next Steps For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanWHAT IS A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN?For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanWhat is a Comprehensive Plan?It’s a collection of information and materials designed to guide the future development and redevelopment of a community. It provides a framework within which to make decisions relating to the use of land. It is long-range. Accordingly, it offers general guidance which is the basis for more specific implementation strategies and methods.For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanWhat is a Comprehensive Plan?• The Maplewood Comprehensive Plan:– provides continuity over time (up to 2040);– is the means by which the City can protect public investments;– provides guidance for shaping the appearance of the community;– promotes economic development; For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanWhat is a Comprehensive Plan?• The Maplewood Comprehensive Plan:– provides a consistent basis for decisions;– provides a means for balancing competing private interests; and– provides a forum for citizens to express a collective vision for the future.For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanWhat is a Comprehensive Plan?• The Maplewood Comprehensive Plan is not:– A regulatory tool like the Zoning Ordinance – itprovides a foundation for regulations;– Short-range in its focus – it’s a plan for the next 20 years;– The primary source of information for day to day issues – i.e. where to place a stop sign, how many chickens should be allowed, etc.For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanREGIONAL FRAMEWORKFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanMet Council Regional Outlook• Continued population growth• Constrained fiscal resources• Demographic shifts, new demands (more seniors, smaller households, and millennial impacts on real estate market)• Environmental challenges• Transportation funding• Planning for new modes of transit and transit-oriented development • Need for regional economic cooperation1.9 2.0 2.3 2.6 2.9 3.1 3.4 3.7 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2030 2040Twin Cities Population (in millions) Source: Metropolitan Council For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanThrive and Policy PlansThrive– Guides development in region– Includes land use expectationsPolicy Plan for Each System– Specific policies, goals, strategies– Details on system improvements, extension, limitationsPolicy Plan for Housing– First plan since 1980s to specifically address housing in the region– Policy basis for review of housing elements in 2040 Comprehensive Plan updatesSource: Metropolitan Council For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanThrive 20407 Regional Policies:– Orderly and efficient land use– Natural resources protection– Water sustainability– Housing affordability and choice– Access, mobility, and transportation choice– Economic competitiveness– Building in resilienceRoles identified for both • Metropolitan Council• Community(Comprehensive Plan needs to be consistent with Community’s role in region)For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanTRENDSFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanNational Trends• Suburbs still leading the nation’s growth:– 2000-2015: Suburban areas represented 91% of population growth, top 50 metro areas• Becoming younger, more diverse:– 81% of those under 18 live in suburbs– 75% of 25 – 34 year olds– 76% of nation’s minority populationSource: ULIFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanMillennial Trends• Millennials progress in life:– Youngest Millennials shifting to family mode– Desire better schools, more affordability– Prefer areas with aspects of urban living (walkability, gathering places, etc.)– Prefer renovations & rehabbing of older homes For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanTrends in Aging• Challenges with aging in the suburbs (lack of transit, houses not designed for aging)• Health care needs– Alternatives to traditional long term care facilities– In-home care, granny flats, tiny homes, cooperatives, and new housing with care modelsFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanAnticipated National Trends (ULI)• Surge in household formation, 2016 - 2025:– 12.5M new households (only 7M, from 2006-15)– Suburbs of all kinds expected to absorb 79% of new households– 58% of new households will be renters– Anticipated trend toward renting detached homes (as opposed to apartments)Source: ULIFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanAnticipated National Trends (ULI)• Demand for more walkable, cohesive developments:– Retail has become experience-driven– Consumers want retail that is walkable from housing•Diversity:– Immigration will represent half of U.S. population growth through 2023– Shift in immigration to affluent & upper-class families from emerging economiesSource: ULIFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanAnticipated National Trends (ULI)• Preferred Development Attributes:– Smaller homes, with little or no yards, meeting demands to commute less, live closer to restaurants & entertainment– Housing affordability, home size, privacy, and kid-friendlinessFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanAnticipated National Trends (ULI)• Preferred Development Attributes:– School quality– Public transportation– Proximity to employmentFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanAnticipated National Trends• Sharing economy– Retail: Ridesharing and carsharing (Uber, Lyft, Zipcar)– Retail: Independent connections from producers to sellers (Etsy, Ebay)– Services: Car repair, home repair (Taskrabbit, Handy)– Finance: Peer-to-peer financing / investments / lending (Kickstarter, Indiegogo)For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanAnticipated National Trends• Increased e-commuting leads to “hotel-like” suburban offices– Decrease in square feet per employee• Workplaces focus on diversity, work-life balance, virtual teams, health & wellnessFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanTransportation Trends• Potential for autonomous vehicles• Ride sharing helps solve “last mile” issues, may reduce congestion & pollution• Use of technology (including smart phone apps) helps people choose the best multi-modal option(s)For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanTransportation Trends• In 2014, Americans bought more bicycles than cars and trucks• Bike-friendly buildings with amenities (repair stations, showers and lockers, community gathering places) gaining popularity• Younger people want more options besides cars for the 43% of trips that are less than three milesFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanSYSTEM STATEMENTFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanLand Use• Community Designation: Urban– Estimated that 56,000 residents, 29,000 households, and 87,000 jobs will be added to all urban designated areas by 2040• Overall average densities of at least 10dwelling units per acre for new development or redevelopmentFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanForecastsComparison to 2030 Comprehensive Plan• Population projections increased by almost 5,000 people with old 2030 projections having 40,900 people• Household projections have 750 greater with old 2030 projections having 18,150 householdsFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanHousing• Existing Housing Needs– Assessment of existing housing & identification of needs and priorities• Projected Affordable Housing Needs– Allocation of affordable housing need & promoting the availability of land• Implementation Program– Public programs, fiscal devices, and specific actions to meet housing needsFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanHousing• Existing Housing AssessmentvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanIncome LevelsSource: Metropolitan Council For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanHousing – Projected Need• Contains Affordable Housing Goals for 2021-2030• Plan required to designate sufficient amount of land at appropriate densities to accommodate 510 householdsvvvvvvvvvvvFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanTransportationFunctional Class Road System• Ensure roadway network can accommodate additional developmentTransit System• Included in both Market Area II and Market Area IIITransitways – Gold Line• Identify potential stations• Adopt land use policies, station area plans, and associate zoning, infrastructure, and implementationRegional Bicycle Transportation Network• New component to address For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanTransportationRegional Bicycle Transportation Network (RBTN)• Tier 1 should be given highest priority in funding• Tier 2 given second highest priority• Additional local bicycle facilities and trails should complement and supplement the RBTNFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanInfrastructure•Water• collaborate to ensure water supply plan reflects forecasts•Wastewater • Area served by Metro Treatment PlantFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanSurface Water• Coordinate with multiple watershed districts• A surface water management plan must be completed and incorporated into Comprehensive PlanFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanRegional Parks SystemRegional Parks• Battle Creek Regional Park• Phalen Regional ParkState & Regional Trails• Gateway State Trail• Bruce Vento Regional TrailNatural Resources• Integrate natural resources protection into planFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanAdditional SectionsEconomic Competitiveness• Shall contain objectives, policies, standards and programs to guide redevelopment Resilience• Protection and development of access to direct sunlight for solar energy systemsFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanImplementation• Identify public programs, fiscal devices, and actions will take and timelines• Capital Improvement Program (CIP)• Official control alignments and schedule for modifications• Tools to meet projected housing needs For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanPROCESS AND SCHEDULEFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanThe Comprehensive Plan is a Collaborative Effort Involving: • Maplewood Residents and Businesspersons• City Council• Planning and Zoning Commission• Comp Plan Steering Committee• Other City Boards and Commissions• City Staff•HKGi• Kimley-Horn (Infrastructure Consultant)• Others For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanComp Plan Steering CommitteeRole: Process and content “stewards” for the preparation of the Maplewood Comprehensive Plan update and the associated community engagement process.For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanComp Plan Steering CommitteeCommittee will:• Study land use patterns, transportation systems, housing, parks, economic development, aesthetics, community values and related topics;• Serve as a “sounding board” for the project. Provide review and feedback to staff and the consulting team on ideas, alternatives, concepts and plans;• Help define criteria and assess the pros and cons of various concepts and ideas;• Serve as informal project ambassadors; encouraging and supporting participation by the community; and• Help identify and engage underrepresented stakeholders.Note: Formal public hearing and recommendation for adoption is from the Planning Commission, while adoption is by City Council. Steering Committee is “steward.” For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanProposed ScheduleFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanCOMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanCommunity Engagement• Phase I – Understand What is Desired– Establish project website– Project announcements – newsletters, email blasts, and media releases– In-person engagement• Pop up meetings at community events/gatherings• Maplewood Business Council• Focus group meetings– Online engagement – Social Pinpoint For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanCommunity Engagement• Phase II – Consult and Collaborate– Project website updates– Project update summaries for newsletters, email blasts, and media releases– In-person engagement• Open houses• Pop up meetings at community events/gatherings• Maplewood Business Council• Focus group meetings– Online engagement – Social Pinpoint and/or Survey MonkeyFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanCommunity Engagement• Phase III – Discuss and Seek Approvals– Project website updates– Project update summaries for newsletters, email blasts, and media releases– Online engagement• Review of final plan draft– Planning Commission and City Council meetings including public hearingFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanCommunity EngagementSocial Pinpoint online toolFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanISSUES AND OPPORTUNITIESFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanIssues and OpportunitiesFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanNEXT STEPSFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanREFERENCE SLIDESFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanAdjacent CommunitiesPopulation Households Designation 2010 2040 Percent Change 2010 2040 Percent Change Maplewood 38,018 48,600 1.28% 14,882 20,300 1.36% Urban St. Paul 285,068 344,100 1.21% 111,001 137,400 1.24% Urban Center Woodbury 61,961 87,800 1.42% 22,594 32,100 1.42% Suburban Edge Roseville 33,660 34,500 1.02% 14,623 16,100 1.1% Urban Oakdale 27,401 30,200 1.1% 10,956 12,500 1.14% Suburban Little Canada 9,773 10,300 1.05% 4,393 4,900 1.12% Suburban For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanAllocation of Affordable Housing Source: Metropolitan Council For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanExisting Land UseGeneralized Land Use provided by the Metropolitan Council for 2010For The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanComp Plan Future Land UseFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1 v Maplewood 2040 Comprehensive PlanEquityFor The Permanent Record Workshop Date: 05/22/2017 Agenda Item: WKSP E1