2016-07-25 EC Agenda Packet AGENDA
GOLDEN VALLEY ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
July 25, 2016, Monday @ 6:30pm
Golden Valley City Hall, 7800 Golden Valley Rd
Council Conference Room (across from Council Chambers)
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of June 27, 2016
3. Resilience Plan - Communication strategies and information
4. GreenStep Cities BP #29—Action 1 Emergency Response/Hazard Mitigation
(Action requestedJ
5. Program/Project Updates
6. Commission Member Council Reports
7. Council Updates
8. Other Business
9. Adjourn
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GOLDEN VALLEY ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
Regular Meeting, Minutes
June 27, 2016
Commissioners Present: Lynn Gitelis, Dawn Hill, Tonia Galonska, Larry Johnson, Jim
Stremel, Debra Yahle and Tracy Anderson
Staff Present: John Crelly, Fire Chief; Eric Eckman, Public Works Specialist and Claire
Huisman, Administrative Assistant
Also Present: Council Member Larry Fonnest
Absent: None
Call to Order
Lynn Gitelis called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
Approval of Reqular and Joint Commission Meetinq Minutes
MOVED by Hill, SECONDED by Stremel, and the motion carried unanimously to
approve the minutes of the May 23, 2016 regular meeting.
Minnesota Climate Chanqe Basics '
Staff recently attended a climate adaptation workshop as part of fhe City's continued
work on resilience planning. A presentation on Minnesota Climate Change Basics was
given by Kenny Blumenfeld from the MN DNR Clirnatology Office. Eric Eckman
discussed with the Commission, the key points from the presentation regarding climate
observations & expectations over the ne�t 10 years. It was suggested to have this
presentation available to the public via!website. Eric will confirm with the DNR if this
document is a stand-alone report. It will also' be made available at the table during the
Comprehensive Plan Kick-Off Open House on September 19, 2016 from 6:30pm-
8:30pm.
GreenStep Cities
Golden Valley Fire Chief, John Crelly was asked to speak to the Commission to discuss
resilience from a Fire Departmen�perspective. Discussion ensued on the City's Hazard
Mitigation Plan and Ernergency Management preparation in relation to the GreenSteps
Best Practice #29. Mr. Crelly summarized that the main objective of the plan is to
reduce loss �rf iife, mirtimize property damage and damage to the environment. Mr.
Crelly highlighted some projects and examples of how the City prepares for weather
related events and discussed how the City communicates information regarding
hazards and emergencies to the public.
Following the presentation and discussion the Commission discussed the Best Practice
#29 priority list.
MOVED by Hill, SECONDED by Johnson and the motion carried unanimously to
approve the Best Practice #29 priority list which staff presented to the Commission.
This list included action items and their star ratings which would be completed in order
over the course of the next year and discussed at future EC meetings.
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Minutes of the Environmental Commission
June 27, 2016
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Comprehensive Plan-MPCA Grant for Resilience Planning
Staff discussed the status of the grant application that will help fund the City's
Resilience Plan effort. It appears the City has been selected to receive the grant this
summer and a consultant will be brought on board to lead this effort with the
Commission.
Commission members will bring to the next meeting their thoughts on the basic
information that should be made available to the public at the table for the Resilience
Chapter during the Comprehensive Plan Open House. They may also start thinking of
questions to ask in a future survey questionnaire. It was also suggested to have the Fire
Chief at the open house as well to answer the public's questions regarding emergency
preparedness/hazard mitigation.
Proqram/Proiect Updates
The complete program/project update is on file.
Commission Member Council Reports
Council member Fonnest gave a few updates to the Commission: "
• The three cities met regarding the DeCola Ponds fload study and the cities are
currently considering their commitm�nt levels to the Ivng term plan and future
projects. Money could become available;if the bc�rtding bill passes in a special
session but all three cities would have:to be in_agreement on how to move
forward.
• The Annual Bassett Creek Watershed'Bus Tour was a success.
• Dawn Hill was appointed to the Bi'ke & Pedestrian Task Force.
• Debra Yahle was appointed to another 3 yr term on the Environmental
Commission.
• Douglas Drive is moving forward on its renovations and is expected to be
completed byfall of 20�7..,,
Adiourn
MOVED by Johnson, SECONDED by Anderson, and the motion carried to adjourn
the meeting at 8:34 pm. '
Claire Huisman
Administrative Assistant
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Date: July 22, 2016
To: Environmental Commission
From: Eric Eckman, Public Works Specialist
Subject: Resilience Plan Communication and Information
In preparation for the upcoming Comprehensive Plan kickoff ineeting and work on the Resilience
Plan element, the Environmental Commission determined that certain climate and resilience
information will need to be communicated with the public. The Commission members were
asked to bring their ideas to the July Commission meeting.
Ideas are needed regarding the following topics:
• Basic community resilience/climate adaptation information to convey to the public
o at the kickoff ineeting
o in a brochure similar to St. Louis Park and Burnsville (attached)
o at other points throughout the planning process
• Community engagement—review the draft plan for the overall Comprehensive Plan
process (will bring draft to meeting)
o Who should be engaged regarding community resilience and how?
• Questions to ask if we pursue a short survey questionnaire about community
resilience/climate adaptation
o What do we want to know or learn from our citizens?
Please be prepared to discuss your ideas at the July Commission meeting.
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Pledge to Become Climate Resilient!
Climate Resiliency is the practice of dealing with thallenges'and impacts on the community that may_resuit from climate change.This guide
outlines current weather changes already observed in the Twin Cities,and provides steps you can take to be more cl'imate resilient!
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Climate resiliency efforts are being undertaken at local,state,national and international levels to address areas that will likely be
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impacts.The most up-to-date climate projections indicate that Minnesota can expect several more days per
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Prevention/Tip:Reduce physical activity in the heat before experiencing symptoms.Hydrate with wafer or
other nonalcoholic fluids.Check on vulnerable populations such as children,fhe sick and the elderly.Do not leove children and pets alone
in cars for any amount of fime.Cool off with water spray,a lake or pool.Spend fime in air-conditioned locations such as malls and
libraries.Use fans and open windows to circulate air if there is no air conditioning,but do not direct the flow of portable elecfric fans
toward yourself when room lemperatures are hotter than 90 degrees F.If you experience severe symptoms,get medical attention.
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`'`� home temperatures increase to uncomfortable levels.Water becomes less accessible or contaminated.
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Create an E rgenc re re ness Kit
Being prepared means being equipped with ihe supplies you may need during an emergency or disaster.Keep your supplies in an easy-
to-carry emergency preparedness kit that you can use at home or take with you.
❑ Be prepared to take core of yourself and your family for 72 hours
❑ Water—one gallon per person,per day at a minimum
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763 593 8030/763 593 3988(fax)
Date: July 22, 2016
To: Environmental Commission
From: Eric Eckman, Public Works Specialist
Subject: GreenStep Cities
Best Practice 29 Climate Adaptation and Community Resilience
Action 1- Emergency Response/ Hazard Mitigation
At its June 2016 meeting, the Environmental Commission approved a priority list of actions to
complete under Best Practice 29. The first action the Commission is engaging in is to document
and satisfy the requirements related to emergency response and hazard mitigation as outlined in
the following excerpt from the GreenStep Cities website.
Action#1 Integrate climate resilience into planning and budgetary processes.
1 Star Rating- In consultation with the county, every two years review the county
(or city if there is one) Hazard Mitigation Plan and identify who is responsible for
city preparedness, for emergency response, and for recovery efforts for each type
of extreme weather and climate-change related emergency.
Below is a draft of this GreenStep action item (provided in the website's format). Please review
this for discussion at the July Commission meeting. After discussion, staff requests that the
Commission consider making a motion to approve this summary for entry into the GreenStep
website.
IMPLEMENTATION DETAILS
The City of Golden Valley is part of the North Suburban Emergency Management Planning Group.
The group has established a regional Emergency Operations Plan which describes strategies and
mechanisms through which cities will mobilize resources and conduct activities to guide and
support emergency management efforts using the National Incident Management System
(NIMS). Emergencies and disasters covered in the plan include climate-related events such as
flooding, drought, extreme storm events, and blizzards.
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Hennepin County has an All-Hazard Mitigation Plan which addresses hazards including climate-
related hazards such as extreme heat, storms, flooding. The City of Golden Valley and other local
jurisdictions are required to review and update the plan every five years. The City's eligibility for
pre-disaster and post-disaster mitigation grant programs is dependent on its close collaboration
with Hennepin County.
OUTCOME MEASURES/METRICS
The City's Fire Chief, in cooperation with Police and Physical Development (Public Works '
Maintenance, Engineering, and Inspections divisions), is responsible for mitigation, preparedness,
response and recovery efforts. The Fire Chief attends monthly emergency operations planning
meetings as well as quarterly emergency management meetings at Hennepin County.
The Physical Development Department implements an on-call system with an emergency "red
book" which provides staff with critical maps, procedural information, and contacts during
emergency events and disasters.
The City utilizes Hennepin County's Web EOC application during climate-related events to
document and track incoming calls and response efforts. This has proven to be an invaluable tool
in the development of flood preparedness maps and the identification and justification of hazard
mitigation projects. Some of these hazard mitigation projects have been added to the City's
capital improvement program and the County's hazard mitigation plan.
The City participates in FEMAs National Flood Insurance Program and Community Rating System
Program. Through the CRS program, the City documents its ongoing efforts in floodplain
management to build community resilience and allow eligible property owners to receive
discounts on flood insurance.
The City is cooperating with the Bassett Creek Watershed to develop a hydrologic and hydraulic
model of the watershed. Once completed,this model will be used to further identify areas of the
City that are at risk of flood damage to assist in planning and preparedness efforts.
City Staff regularly attends workshops and focus groups related to resilience and climate
adaptation. The City is retaining the services of a consultant to assist in the development of a
Resilience Plan as part of its Comprehensive Plan update.
Hennepin County utilizes a website and survey as a proactive process for community involvement
and feedback on its hazard mitigation plan in order to assess vulnerabilities to climate change
impacts and identify strategies and activities to increase resilience and lessen the impact of
future hazards.
DESCRIPTIVE LINKS
Minnesota State Hazard Mitigation Plan
https://dps.mn.�ov/divisions/hsem/hazard-mitigation/Pa�es/state-hazard-miti�ation-plan.aspx
Hennepin County Emergency Management and Hazard Mitigation Plan
http://www.hennepin.us/residents/emergencies/emer�encv-mana�ement
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
John Crelly (Fire Chief)/icrellv@�oldenvallevmn.�ov/763-593-8065
PARTN ERS
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Minnesota Division of Homeland Security Emergency Management
Hennepin County Emergency Preparedness
North Suburban Emergency Management Planning Group
Minnesota Water/Wastewater Agency Response Network (MnWARN)
PROGRAM/PROJECT UPDATES—July 2016
ENERGY
Solar
Since rooftop arrays were installed on the Public Safety and Park Maintenance buildings last fall, over
60,900 kWh of clean, renewable energy has been generated.To put this into perspective,this clean
energy production is equivalent to saving over 850 trees and offsetting oil consumption by over 4,470
barrels. After one full year of operation occurs later this fall, a comprehensive update on the production
and cost savings will be presented to the Commission.These projects were initiated using State grant
funding and third party financing at no cost to the City.
The City is planning to participate in the Dept of Energy's SolSmart national certification program which
will encourage best practices and remove barriers to solar development and help satisfy GreenStep
Cities and Met Council Comprehensive Plan requirements in the process. This will be discussed in more
detail during the Resilience Plan development this fall.
NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT PLAN (NRMP)
Staff approved the City's first adopt-an-open space agreement in which an adjacent property owner will
help the City manage an important open space parcel next to Bassett Creek. Staff is assisting a second
property owner that has inquired about adopting a similar city-owned parcel nearby.
WATER RESOURCES
2016 Bassett Creek Native Vegetation Project
The contractor for the 2016 Bassett Creek Native Vegetation Project completed stabilization of the
project area. Areas were seeded and erosion control blanket was installed. The contractor will monitor
the vegetation growth this season and will install additional plantings in the spring of 2017.
Adopt-a-Pond Program
Staff received an application to adopt a small stormwater pond to assist with debris removai and
vegetative maintenance.
Long-Term Flood Damage Reduction Study for Medicine Lake Road &Winnetka Avenue Area (includes
DeCola Ponds neighborhood)
Staff from the three Cities involved in the study met with the owners of the Rosalyn Court condominium
property to look at opportunities to create flood storage in the City of New Hope near Medicine Lake
Road and Winnetka Avenue. In addition to that location, staff looked at other potential sites near the
intersection that could provide storage.
Wetlands
A wetland application was received for the properties located at 5635, 5701 and 5743 Glenwood
Avenue.
PRIVATE DEVELOPMENTS
Current Applications
8814 7"'Ave N (Big Deals Liquidation Outlet)—Conditional Use Permit to allow for retail sales incidental
to other uses in a Light Industrial zoning district. Planning Commission recommended approval (6-0) on
June 27. Scheduled for City Council on July 19.
10 West End (Central Park West—Phase 1 Office)—Major PUD Amendment to construct the next phase
of the project, an 11 story, 339,210 square foot office building with a 1,214 stall parking ramp.
Scheduled for Planning Commission on July 25.
1439 Tyrol Trail—Side yard setback variance to construct a new attached garage.Tabled to the Board of
Zoning Appeals meeting on July 26.
221 Westwood Drive North—Height variance to construct a new home at an average elevation that is
greater than 1 foot above the previous average elevation. Scheduled for the Board of Zoning Appeals on
July 26.
1750 Major Drive—Articulation requirement variance to construct a garage wal) longer than 32 feet
without articulation. Scheduled for the Board of Zoning Appeals on July 26.
204 Parkview Terrace—Height variance in order to construct access to a rooftop deck as well as a
variance from the building envelope requirements in order to modify a side wall. Scheduled for the
Board of Zoning Appeals on July 26.
1725 Bridgewater Road—Minor PUD Amendment to modify the approved Landscape Plan for Hidden
Lakes PUD No. 74 in order to allow for rip-rap to remain around a City storm water management pond.
Tabled to the City Council meeting of August 3.
Other
Temporary Dwellings—Zoning Text Amendment to opt out of the recent legislative action that would
require Cities to allow temporary dwellings for transitional housing in single family residential districts.
Scheduled for Planning Commission on July 25.
9050 Golden Valley Road (Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union)—Conditional Use Permit for credit union
with drive thru in a proposed Business and Professional Offices zoning district. Planning Commission
recommended denial (2-3) on June 13.Tabled to the City Council meeting of August 3.
Metro Blue Line LRT
The Final EIS is now available for viewing at City Hall,the Library, or the following link:
http://www.metrocouncil.or�/Transportation/Proiects/Current-Proiects/METRO-BIue-Line-
Extension/Environmental/Final-EIS.aspx
Comments on the adequacy of the Final EIS may be submitted in writing through August 15, 2016.
Following the review period and consideration of the comments received on the adequacy of the Final
EIS, a Federal Record of Decisian and Minnesota State Adequacy Determination are anticipated. The
Record of Decision and Adequacy Determination will document the Council's and FTA's final decision
regarding the environmental phase of the Project.
Send written comments by postal mail or email to:
Kathryn 0'Brien, Assistant Director, Environmental and Agreements
Metro Transit—Blue Line Extension Project Office
5512 West Broadway Avenue, Suite 200
Crystal, MN 55428
Email: BlueLineExt@metrotransit.or�
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