PCM 06/15/2022
PLANNING COMMISSION
June 15,2022
7:00 PM
Fridley Civic Campus, 7071 University Avenue N.E.
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Hansencalled the Planning Commission Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
PRESENT
Mike Heintz
Amy Dritz
Ryan Evanson
Mark Hansen
Terry McClellan
Stacy Stromberg, Planning Manager
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
1.Approve March 16,2022, Planning Commission Minutes
Motionby Commissioner Evansonto approve the minutes. Seconded by Commissioner Heintz.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIR HANSEN DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
PUBLIC HEARING
2.Consideration of a Public Hearing for a Plat (PS #22-02) by the City of Fridley
Motionby Commissioner Evansonto open the public hearing. Seconded by Commissioner Heintz.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIR HANSEN DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED AT 7:01P.M.
Stacy Stromberg, Planning Manager, presented a plat request for the property at 690 Cheri Lane
submitted by the City of Fridley to create two outlots to retained by the City for park use and utility
purposes as well as dedication of right-of-way.
The Commission inquired about a shed that was previously on the property and was removed. It was
noted that there are no plans for the properties at this time other than identifying the purposes of park,
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utility, and right-of-way. Staff noted that Target deeded the land to the City with a deed restriction which
prevents other private uses of the property.
A resident inquired about zoning of the property and provided input on the manmade path through the
property to Target.
Motion by Commissioner McClellan to close the public hearing. Seconded by Commissioner Evanson.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIR HANSEN DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED AT 7:22 P.M.
The Commission asked that any language changes needed be cleared up prior to the Council meeting.
Ms. Stromberg stated that the zoning will remain public, and staff will address any needed language
changes. She noted that the fence mentioned is owned by Target.
Motion by Commissioner Evanson approving the replat request. Seconded by Commissioner Heintz.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIR HANSEN DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
OTHER BUSINESS
Ms. Stromberg recognized Commissioner Heintz for his service on the Park Commission and Planning
Commission, noting that this is his last meeting. She also provided an update on recent Council action
on planning recommendations. She highlighted upcoming events and provided an update on
development interest and activity.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Heintz to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Commissioner McClellan.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIR HANSEN DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY AND THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:35 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Amanda Staple, Recording Secretary