05-09-17 CM Agenda PacketA G E N D A
Council/Manager Meeting
Golden Valley City Hall
7800 Golden Valley Road
Council Conference Room
May 9, 2017
6:30 pm
Pages
1. 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update - Sustainability and Resilience (15 minutes)2-21
2. Commission Annual Report:
a. Open Space and Recreation Commission 2016 Annual Report (20 minutes)
b. Environmental Commission 2016 Annual Report (20 minutes)
c. Planning Commission 2016 Annual Report (30 minutes)
d. Board of Zoning Appeals 2016 Annual Report (20 minutes)
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25-31
32-42
43-55
3. Human Rights Commission Guidance (15 minutes)56
4. Presentation on Proposed Public Input Process for Street Banner Design
(10 minutes)
57-60
5. Future Draft Agendas: City Council May 16, City Council June 6 and Council
Manager June 13, 2017
61-63
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Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
May 9, 2017
Agenda Item
1. 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update - Sustainability and Resilience
Prepared By
Jason Zimmerman, Planning Manager
Eric Eckman, Public Works Specialist
Summary
Staff will update the City Council on the discussion and feedback received at the Comp Plan
Conversation held on May 8, including reaction to the draft Goals and Objectives and the results
of the Vulnerability Assessment that was recently conducted by Great Plains Institute.
All Comp Plan elements will be addressed at meetings held throughout the spring and summer:
March – Land Use
April – Land Use (continued)
April – Housing
May – Sustainability and Resilience
June – Water Resources
July – Transportation
August – Parks and Nature Areas
September – Economic Competitiveness
Attachments
•Vulnerability Assessment, Great Plains Institute (13 pages)
•Proposed Sustainability and Resilience Goals and Objectives (6 pages)
Golden Valley Resilience and Sustainability Plan 2017 - Draft
VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT
The 2013 Report of the Interagency Climate Adaptation Team suggests Minnesota can
expect prolonged heatwaves and cold spells and warmer winters; diminished air quality;
more extreme weather (droughts, heavy precipitation); and increased ecological
changes (invasive species, vector-borne disease). Within the context of the anticipated
climate hazards, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) completed a statewide
vulnerability assessment, where it determined the risk of climate events, by county.
The vulnerability assessment completed by MDH provides a framework to understand
the climate hazard that will likely impact Golden Valley. It is important to note that these
hazards are not unique to Golden Valley, but will be widespread throughout Minnesota
and the Midwest. The purpose of using this assessment is to understand what the City
can expect in order to know how well prepared it is to respond to these changes.
The climate risks that have been identified to be experienced in Hennepin County
include:
The Golden Valley vulnerability assessment identified strengths, weaknesses and
vulnerabilities in the following categories:
Natural Infrastructure: trees and native plants; water quality and supply
Built Infrastructure: streets, sanity sewer lines, water mains, stormwater
structures, and impervious surface
Vulnerable Populations: elderly, youth, low-income, persons with limited
mobility, and residents with respiratory illnesses
Economic Vulnerabilities: Community-wide, and residential level
Opportunities exist to reduce the City’s contribution to climate and weather related
variations. This assessment includes a summary of energy consumption within the City
and identifies renewable energy and energy efficiency resources.
HIGH: Extreme Rain Events, Diminished Air Quality
MODERATE: Extreme Heat, Invasive Species
LOW: Drought, Vector-borne Disease
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Natural Infrastructure
Natural Infrastructure includes ecological features that that enhance and complement
the functions of built infrastructure. Trees, native landscaping, and rain gardens are
included in this assessment.
Vulnerability Summary – Trees and Native Plants
Trees offer many important benefits to communities: they improve air quality, remove
carbon from the atmosphere, provide shade, support stormwater management, enhance
aesthetics, are home to wildlife, and may increase property values.
Native plants can also improve surface water quality, provide food and critical habitat to
pollinators, improve aesthetics, and reduce maintenance costs.
Climate Hazards:
Invasive Species: High
Extreme Wind Events & Tornadoes: Moderate
Drought: Low
Heavy Rainfall: Moderate
Strengths: The City has a healthy tree canopy coverage with a generally diverse mix of
tree species; the City follows the 10-20-30 rule (percent of species, genus, family
planted) for replacement to maintain biodiversity of the urban forest. The City continues
to replace turf with native plantings where appropriate.
Weaknesses: The City's land cover map indicates a low tree canopy for the commercial
areas. The City’s tree planting to removal ratio is .47, which is well under the
recommend 2:1 to maintain a healthy canopy. The City has a relatively high count of Ash
trees that are susceptible to Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). Currently, 21.4% of public trees
are Ash trees, slightly exceeding the heathy limit for a single genus. However, nearly all
of the Ash trees are Green Ash (21.0% of all trees), exceeding the 10% rule for tree
species.
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Figure 1 Source: City of Golden Valley
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Buckthorn is another invasive species that is a nuisance in the City. Buckthorn is listed
as a restricted noxious weed in Minnesota as it out-competes native plants, degrades
wildlife habitat, contributes to erosion, and can host other pests. Managing Buckthorn is
a challenge for many Minnesota communities. There are 543 acres of buckthorn in
Golden Valley, by far the most common invasive species in the community. The City has
a volunteer program for assisting in the management of buckthorn.
According to the City’s GreenStep Cities report for Best Practice 18.5, the area of native
planting remains a relatively low amount compared to manicured turf, however as
mentioned, the city continues to replace turf with native planting, where appropriate.
Vulnerability: The greatest concern for tree health in Golden Valley is the spread of
Emerald Ash Borer and recovering from strong wind events that have taken down a
number of the City’s trees in recent years, including a tornado in 2011.
The City developed an Emerald Ash Borer Management Plan, which is updated regularly
to adjust for new management technologies and strategies. Trees are removed as
needed and replaced as funding is made available. Annually, the City plants between
50-75 trees for parks as part of the EAB replacement program.
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Acres Shrubs/Grass (Public)Acres of Native Planting
Figure 3 Source: City of Golden Valley
Figure 2 Source: City of Golden Valley
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Vulnerability Summary – Water Quality and Supply
Increased precipitation and freeze/thaw cycles may make it more difficult to maintain
stormwater practices that help reduce pollution and maintain the health of surface water.
Climate Hazards:
Freeze/Thaw: Moderate
Drought: Low
Heavy Rainfall: Moderate
Strengths: The City implements best management practices to reduce stormwater
impacts on surface water. Among these practices, the City cleans ponds, stormwater
pipes, catch basins and outlets; installs and cleans sump catch basins and manholes.
The City sweeps streets in spring, summer, and fall, and continues to use innovative
approaches to reduce and better target the application of chloride in winter while still
taking public safety into account.
The City is a member of the Joint Water Commission, which purchases its drinking water
from the City of Minneapolis, which draws from the Mississippi, a historically stable
source of water.
The City receives an allocation of watershed funds to give to homeowners who have
property along Bassett Creek or one of its tributaries to cover 50% of the cost of
streambank stabilization. Additionally, “enhanced stormwater management” is one of the
20 public amenities listed in the City’s PUD ordinance, encouraging development to
exceed capacity for stormwater infiltration beyond the minimum requirements.
Weaknesses: Most stormwater in Golden Valley eventually flows into Basset Creek,
which is an impaired water, and does not meet water quality standards for chloride, fish
and insect bioassessments, and fecal coliform (bacteria). More freeze/thaw cycles may
lead to an increase in the amount of salt/deicer that is applied to the roads, which may
deteriorate stormwater facilities and the quality of the water.
Vulnerability: The primary concern in Golden Valley is the health of surface water such
as Basset Creek, which may degrade as heavy precipitation events and freeze/thaw
cycles increase.
Photo Credit: Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission
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Built Infrastructure
Increased precipitation and freeze/thaw cycles have the potential to stress and shock
built infrastructure systems like pipes (stormwater, sanitary sewers, water), roads, and
bridges. This may result in increased maintenance costs, structural damage to public
infrastructure, damage to private properties, disruption of services, and inconveniences
to residents.
The City has developed a map of its flood risk and has a good understanding of which
locations are most at risk for flooding. As heavy precipitation events increase, the
possibility of flash-flooding also increases. The Metropolitan Council is working to
develop mapping technology that will help cities anticipate where flash flooding may
occur in a heavy rain event. Flash flood events can damage property, and can be unsafe
for pedestrians at depths as low as 6 inches, and for vehicles at depths of 1 to 2 feet.
Climate Hazards:
Freeze/Thaw: High
Heavy Rainfall: High
Strengths: The City has a Capital Improvement Program that recognizes aging
infrastructure and addresses flooding impacts. The City anticipates that 100% of roads
will be reconstructed to City standards by 2022 and the City will continue to implement a
pavement preservation and maintenance program after 2022. Inflow and infiltration is a
problem that occurs across the Metro area. Inflow and infiltration occurs when clear
water (rain or ground water) enters into the sanitary sewer system, potentially causing
costly back-ups, or the unnecessary treatment of clean water. The City has implemented
a program to reduce the amount of clear water that enters the sanitary sewer system.
The City continues to install stormwater infrastructure to reduce the potential for flood
damage within the watershed. For example, the current Capital Improvement Plan
budgets $1.2 million for the creation of flood storage. For its stormwater design, the City
uses Atlas 14, which provides precipitation estimates for Midwestern states. Much of the
stormwater system was built decades ago using the previous standards in place at that
time.
Weaknesses: The City has a significant amount of aging infrastructure, which has seen
an increase in the amount and costs of maintenance (pipe breaks, deterioration, sink
holes) over the past 20 years. Much of the system needs to be replaced or rehabilitated.
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Vulnerability: The major vulnerability is the age and condition of the underground
infrastructure within the City, as well as the water pipes coming into the city as part of
the Joint Water Commission system.
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Age of Sanitary Sewer Lines
Percent >50 Years
Percent <50 Years
Figures 4 and 5 Source: City of Golden Valley
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Vulnerable Populations – Extreme Weather and Flooding
Hennepin County is likely to see more heavy precipitation events that may lead to
localized flooding, basement, flooding, and regional flooding (Bassett Creek). Extreme
rain and weather events may have an impact on individuals who need to evacuate or
seek safety, and may cause structural damage to personal property.
Climate Hazards:
Extreme Wind Events & Tornadoes: Moderate
Heavy Rainfall: Moderate
Strengths: Golden Valley residents have a higher median income ($81,534) relative to
the Hennepin County ($65,834), an indication that many residents would be in a better
position to respond to property damage than residents with lower-incomes. The City
provides resources on its website to help residents minimize flooding impacts. The City
participates in FEMA’s community rating system which requires higher floodplain
management standards in exchange for lower flood insurance premiums for eligible
properties.
Weaknesses: Homes that are located in floodplains or are susceptible to basement
flooding may pose a greater risk to residents and their property.
Vulnerability: Residents who tend to be the most vulnerable during extreme weather
events are those with limited mobility (including senior residents and those with
ambulatory difficulty), residents who do not speak English well and may not receive
adequate preparation and response instructions, and low-income individuals who are
likely to be disproportionately impacted by property damage and ability to recover; 8.2%
of Golden Valley residents live below poverty. 2.8% of Golden Valley residents speak
English less than “very well”.
Golden Valley has an older population relative to the State and Hennepin County, with
more than 20% older than 65 years. Senior residents who live alone may be especially
vulnerable during extreme weather events; currently, 33% of residents over 65 live
alone. By 2040, the City will likely see an increase in the number of residents over 65 as
those who are currently between 45 and 64 (32%) will age.
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Figures 6 and 7 Source: American Community Survey 2011 to 2015
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Vulnerable Populations – Extreme Heat and Air Quality
Minnesota and especially Hennepin County will likely see an increase in the number of
days that require a heat advisory. Increased extreme weather may cause power
disruptions during times when air conditioning is needed. As wildfires and pollen blooms
increase, more air quality alerts will be issued.
Climate Hazards:
Extreme Heat: High
Diminished Air Quality: Moderate
Strengths: The Community Center and City Hall are critical public facilities with air
conditioning. The City has a healthy tree canopy in residential areas to help reduce the
impact of urban heat island effect. The City is part of the North Suburban Emergency
Management Group which identifies potential refuge and cooling centers depending on
the nature of the emergency.
Weaknesses: The City faces potentially significant tree loss (see natural infrastructure).
The City’s commercial area has a relatively low tree canopy coverage and high
impervious surface, particularly asphalt surface parking areas, contributing to urban heat
island effect.
Vulnerability: Residents who are most vulnerable to heat and air quality hazards are
senior residents, children under 5, low-income residents who live in areas near major
roadways, and those with existing respiratory illnesses like asthma or allergies.
Those who appear to be at greatest risk in Golden Valley are the elderly, low-income,
and residents with respiratory illness, particularly those who live alone during times of
power disruption that coincides with a prolonged heatwave.
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Figure 8 Source: American Community Survey 2011 to
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Figure 9 Number of asthma-related visits to the ER per
10,000 people. Source: Minnesota Department of Health
Data Portal. (NOTE: Golden Valley is shown using an
average of the County and the State data.
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Vulnerable Populations – Vector-borne Diseases
Vector borne diseases that are found in Minnesota include West Nile, transmitted by
mosquitoes, and Lyme Disease that is transmitted by deer ticks. Lyme Disease, in
particular, has been rapidly expanding throughout the Midwest as deer ticks and their
hosts find it a more favorable climate. Hennepin County is currently at a low to moderate
risk for Lyme disease.
Vector-borne diseases: Moderate
Strengths: The City currently has low incidence of residents who have contracted
vector-borne diseases. The City falls within the jurisdiction of the Metro Mosquito Control
District which has a regular program for treating mosquito breeding habitat within Golden
Valley.
Weaknesses: The city has many
heavily wooded and natural areas that
make a good habitat for ticks and
mosquitoes. Increased precipitation may
also increase mosquito populations.
Vulnerability: Most at risk are children
under 5 who play outside and will need
to be thoroughly checked by an adult for
any sign of ticks or Lyme disease.
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Economic – Community-wide
Extreme weather in other parts of the Country and the world may have local impacts on the
economy of Golden Valley. Changing growing seasons, drought, and heavy rains may
impact agriculture, driving up the costs of purchasing food, or making certain foods
unavailable. Extreme weather is already causing home and flood insurance rates to rise
nationwide, making home ownership less affordable for lower middle-class and low-income
families. Global, national, and regional economic health may impact local jobs.
Community-wide vulnerability looks at how the City might fare during an economic disruption.
This analysis uses unemployment numbers from 2015 and from 2009 (the peak of the
recession) and looks at the diversity of the current employment sectors, highlighting the
sectors that suffered the highest percentage of job loss during the economic recession from
2007 to 2011.
While Golden Valley ranks very high in
the number of jobs per resident (1.62),
most residents (90%) work outside the
City.
Strengths: Golden Valley is well-
positioned to withstand economic
disruption. Both Minnesota and the
Twin Cities metro region performed
better than much of the Country during
the economic recession. Golden Valley currently has a healthy unemployment rate and a
diverse workforce.
Weaknesses: The Twin Cities metro region has some of the greatest income disparities
between white residents and residents of color in the country.
Vulnerability: Low-income residents, residents of color, and immigrants are often hit hardest
by economic disruptions. During the Great Recession, the employment sectors that saw the
greatest job loss include financial, construction, manufacturing, retail, and transportation
(denoted by red in the graph below). While the City has a diverse workforce, approximate
40% work in the affected employment sectors.
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Unemployment 2009 Unemployment 2015
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Retail,
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Transportation,
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Golden Valley Employment Sectors (At Risk)
Figure 12 Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Recession of 2007-2009
Figure 11 Source: American Community Survey 2011 to 2015
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Economic – Residential Level
Additional economic impacts that could burden residents are high heating and cooling
costs due to prolonged heatwaves and cold spells. Travel may also be impacted by
extreme weather, which could impede emergency routes or limit commutes and transit
options.
Extreme weather events may have a disproportionate impact on people who are
economically vulnerable. Many climate hazards can have a direct or indirect impact on
the financial stability of low-income residents, for example due to the cost of food or
energy. Economic disruptions are also likely to have greater consequences for low-
income residents relative to middle class or wealthy residents.
Strengths: Golden Valley has a relatively low percentage of low-income residents.
Weaknesses: 8.2% of the City’s population live below the poverty line, and 20.6% are
eligible to receive heating assistance. By choice or personal reasons, 5.6% of Golden
Valley residents do not have access to a vehicle.
Vulnerability: Heatwaves and prolonged cooling spells can have significant financial
impacts on households with a high energy burden. Residents without access to a vehicle
may have difficulty making it to work, or evacuating in times of extreme weather events.
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Energy
A major contributor to climate variation is greenhouse gas emissions from the generation
of electricity. While the electric grid in Minnesota continues to get cleaner, it remains
important for local governments to understand energy consumption in their communities.
Golden Valley residents and businesses get their electricity from Xcel Energy. Residents
make up the largest customer sector with more than 8,000 customers. However, 62% of
the energy in the City is consumed by its Industrial customers.
Xcel Energy offers a number of programs to customers to increase efficiency and clean
energy actions. Very few Golden Valley residents and businesses are taking advantage
of these programs. Fewer than 400 residents participate in Windsource®, and only 2
businesses do. More businesses take advantage of energy efficiency rebates than
residential customers.
Overall the current participation in clean energy and energy efficiency programs is
having little impact on the energy consumption within the city.
Xcel Energy offers a production incentive for solar installations, Solar*Rewards, 12
residents and 2 businesses have taken advantage of this program. City records show a
total of 9 single-family residences and 5 businesses were issued permits for solar
installations since the City began keeping electronic permit records in 2001.
In 2015, the City installed solar PV systems on the Public Safety Building (40kW) and
the Park Maintenance Building (40kW). In 2017, two additional Solar PV systems are
being installed on the Streets Maintenance and Utilities Maintenance building.
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Lighting, 901
Number of Customers by Sector
Residential,
66,791,139
Commercial,
61,246,460
Industrial,
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Metered
Street
Lighting,
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Total Electric Use by Sector (kWh)
Figure 12: Source: Xcel Energy Community Energy Report, 2016
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Mitigation Opportunities
The potential solar resource in Golden Valley has been mapped to identify how much
solar energy is possible in the city and where there might be good locations for solar
installations. This tool can be used to help residents and businesses determine whether
their solar resource is adequate to pursue installation.
The following summarizes the rooftop solar opportunity within the city of Golden Valley:
Total rooftop solar resource capacity: 166 MW
Rooftop resource capacity of top 10 buildings: 23 MW
There is a significant solar resource in the City of Golden Valley. For example, the
potential solar resource of the top 10 buildings could offset approximately 9% of the
electricity consumed in the City, nearly achieving the State’s goal of 10% solar electricity
by 2030.
The total rooftop solar resource available in Golden Valley could generate 64% of the
electricity consumed in the City.
Beyond Solar Installations:
• Windsource®
• Energy Efficiency Rebates
• Community Solar Subscriptions
There are several opportunities available to help residents and businesses improve
energy efficiency and increase clean energy generation that will help reduce overall
greenhouse gas emissions.
City operations include building energy and vehicle fleet fuel consumption. The City
currently has 6 buildings that have a B3 benchmarking ratio greater than 1, suggesting
opportunities for energy savings.
For the purpose of this assessment, the City provided a snapshot of its fleet vehicles.
Using the data provided, the City’s diesel fleet has a fuel economy of 4.75 miles per
gallon; the gasoline vehicles have a fuel economy of 10.13 miles per gallon; the City has
22 e85 vehicles, though there are no fueling stations; the City does not own any electric
vehicles. Further, there are not currently any alternative fueling stations anywhere in the
community, including e85 and electric charging stations.
There are 13 facilities that are considered critical infrastructure. Most of these facilities
have back-up power generation from either diesel or natural gas sources. There may be
opportunity for the City to investigate solar with storage back-up power generation to
increase the resilience of these facilities.
PROPOSED GOALS & OBJECTIVES
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Goal is Promote and Develop Clean, Renewable Energy
Remove barriers and increase renewable energy use to help lower costs and mitigate climate-related impacts
Objectives
• Promote ways to increase renewable energy use, purchase, and generation
• Support programs that enable community members to participate in community renewable energy projects
• Encourage new development, redevelopment, and retrofit projects to add renewable energy capacity or
infrastructure
• Continue to incorporate renewable energy or its supporting infrastructure into City projects and operations
• Look for opportunities to partner with other public entities, utility companies, and private sector to provide
clean energy infrastructure and accomplish energy goals
Preliminary Policies
• Communicate opportunities and information about clean, renewable energy to the public
• Create renewable energy standards or ordinances that encourage appropriate renewable energy installations
• Create a transparent and consistent permit process for residents and businesses to install renewable energy
systems
• Work with local utilities or community organizations to distribute information about green power purchasing
programs or incentives for property owners to install renewable energy systems
• Use solar mapping tools to identify potential solar resources and share mapping tools with residents and
businesses
• Evaluate new energy technologies as they become available and incorporate into City projects and operations
as appropriate
• Create a clean energy goal, at a minimum consistent with the State's goals
Goal 2: Encourage Energy Efficiency in Buildings, Lighting and Infrastructure
Energy efficiency improvements will decrease costs and lower energy-related emissions
Objectives
• Communicate to residents and businesses about rebates, audits,and other opportunities to decrease energy
costs and lower energy-related emissions
• Integrate energy efficiency best practices information and assistance into building permit process
• Encourage an integrated approach to designing building and infrastructure systems (heating, cooling, water,
etc.)
• Maximize the energy efficiency of all public buildings, campuses, infrastructure,and operations
• Improve fuel efficiency of City vehicle fleet
• Encourage fuel/charging stations or supporting infrastructure for low emissions vehicles
• Look for opportunities to partner with other public entities, utility companies, and private sector to maximize
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Preliminary Policies
• Provide incentives to residents and businesses who add energy efficiency improvements
• Integrate energy efficiency standards and sustainable design features into project review and approval
processes
• Require higher efficiency standards and/or renewable energy generation or infrastructure for projects that
receive City financial support
• Create or participate in outreach programs to promote energy conservation
• Connect property owners with assistance providers who offer energy audits and assistance
• Partner with non-profit organizations, local utilities and/or the state energy office to provide energy savings
opportunities to low income residents
• Continue to work with regional partners to connect and expand options for multi-modal transportation (see
Transportation Chapter)
• Explore the purchase of low emissions vehicles
• Install fuel/charging stations or supporting infrastructure for low emissions vehicles at City campuses
• Encourage fuel/charging stations or supporting infrastructure at commercial and office sites, parking ramps,
and public parking areas
• Facilitate changes in city code to allow for reduced light in the night sky which may also benefit the natural
environment
Goal 3: Encourage Waste Reduction, Recycling and Composting
Comprehensive management of waste will lower energy costs and reduce energy-related emissions
Objectives
• Continue to partner with other public entities to reduce costs, provide improved services, and meet state
goals
• Create goals for solid waste reduction, recycling, and organics/composting for City operations as well as
residential and commercial sectors
• Increase accessibility to composting/organics recycling
• Explore opportunities to expand the recycling program or recyclable products (i.e. organics,textiles,electronic
waste, certain plastics, other)
• Research options for managing yard waste,woody brush and soil
• Explore opportunities to improve efficiencies in solid waste removal
• Motivate residents, businesses,and institutions to reduce, reuse and recycle waste
Preliminary Policies
• Provide education and incentives to residents and businesses to reduce waste and recycle
• Explore the potential of implementing organized collection systems, including residential and
business/institutional source separated organics collection
• Review the frequency of pickups
• Facilitate more fix-it clinics in Golden Valley
• Promote City drinking water as alternative to bottled water(strategy)
• Require that City events are zero waste events
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Goal 4: Protect and Enhance the Natural Environment
Protect the natural environment and enhance it to mitigate weather and climate-related impacts
Objectives
• Preserve open spaces and natural areas and seek to expand these areas as opportunities arise
• Increase the amount of trees and native vegetation cover including pollinator habitat
• Preserve and enhance wetlands,streams and lakes
• Encourage the construction of green infrastructure to enhance water quality and reduce stormwater runoff
rates,volumes, and nutrient loads
• Reduce urban heat island effect
• Protect and maintain air quality
• Look for opportunities to partner with public and private entities to enhance the natural environment and
build resilience
• Continue to engage the public and provide education on environmental topics and opportunities
• Support community efforts to improve the natural environment
Preliminary Policies
• Support the goals and policies of the City's Natural Resources Management Plan and reference this plan when
evaluating protection and enhancement of the natural environment
• Maintain and improve natural infrastructure assets such as streambanks,wetlands, ponds,and rain gardens
• Identify areas with steep slope vulnerabilities and consider policies regarding protection
• Utilize an adaptive management approach to protection, preservation, and enhancement of natural areas
• Incorporate resilience into natural resource management budgets to prepare and respond to unexpected
shocks and stresses
• Establish land management standards and practices that lower inputs and maximize resilience (i.e. utilize low
maintenance turf, replace turf with native and resilient species wherever possible)
• Reduce the amount of chemical herbicides and pesticides applied in the community
• Continue to take a proactive approach in efforts to identify and treat diseased and insect-infested trees in a
timely manner through implementation of the City's shade tree disease program
• Continue to monitor and prepare for invasive species and pathogens that could significantly damage the City's
vegetation and water resources
• Increase tree canopy in areas with low coverage, high heat vulnerability(non-residential areas, high impervious
surface coverage), and areas exposed to more vehicle exhaust
• Reforest or increase tree canopy coverage in areas that have experienced significant tree loss due to storms,
disease, insect-infestation, or other
• Ensure healthy tree canopy coverage represented by a diverse species of trees
• Increase the ratio of tree planting to tree removal
• Increase native species planted in publicly owned parking lots or heavily-paved areas to enhance stormwater
management and provide habitat to pollinators and other wildlife
• Continue to review development proposals for conformance with environmental ordinances regarding tree
preservation, water quality,wetland protection and mitigation, shoreland protection, and consistency with the
Natural Resource Management Plan
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• Encourage,through education or incentives, development that saves or increases green spaces and protects
areas with high ecological diversity
• Work with private property owners and developers to encourage reforestation and enforce the current tree
preservation ordinance
• Plan and budget for targeted invasive species removal and,where appropriate, native species replacement
• Reserve a portion of the forestry or natural resource budget to be used in the event of an unexpected
disturbance(invasive species, disease, storm damage, climate impacts, etc.)to the urban forest
• Budget for adequate urban canopy coverage and increased tree planting after events that lead to tree loss
• Support the goals and policies of the City's surface water management plan and the Bassett Creek Watershed
Management Commission Watershed Management Plan
• Update shoreland management ordinance consistent with state requirements
• Encourage the preservation or establishment of native and natural vegetation near shorelands
• Encourage businesses and residents to retain stormwater runoff onsite and to reuse it whenever feasible
• Conduct education and outreach on the effects of nutrient loads and contaminants in stormwater on local
water quality
• Integrate green infrastructure into City capital improvement projects
• Provide information about water use and conservation
• Reduce impervious surface area where possible and use lighter colored pavements and building materials to
mitigate urban heat island effect
• Expand environmental education programs with schools and in the community and involve community
members in hands-on land restoration and stewardship projects
• Provide information and assistance to residents on natural landscaping techniques, including rain garden
installation and creation of pollinator habitats
• Review ordinances with respect to wood burning
Goal 5: Plan for Resilient and Sustainable Infrastructure
Objectives
• Protect and maintain constructed and natural systems that provide critical services
• Design stormwater infrastructure to consider emerging climate patterns
• Minimize the excavation of public streets and disruption to public services
• Reduce the opportunities for power outages
• Support well-planned improvements to the private utility and communications networks that provide
redundancy, efficiency and security
• Continue to explore and incorporate new and emerging technologies to construct, rehabilitate, maintain and
manage public assets and infrastructure in an efficient, cost effective manner
Preliminary Policies
• Support the goals and policies in the Water Resources and Transportation Chapters of the Comprehensive
Plan
• Continue to assess public buildings and sites for vulnerabilities to extreme weather, and make improvements
to reduce or prevent damage and sustain function
• Encourage private building owners to take actions that will increase resilience
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• Support improvements to the natural gas network, electric grid, and smart grid technologies
• Support microgrids(combined heat and power, distributed energy of wind and solar, and district energy)that
provide redundancy, efficiency and security
• Support the plan to construct electric vehicle charging stations along U.S. interstate highway system
• Work with public and private partners to plan and schedule infrastructure projects to reduce disruptions and
decrease costs
• Encourage joint trench construction and construction of duct banks and conduits
• for future expansion of facilities within public right-of-way,where appropriate
• Continue to utilize trenchless technologies to rehabilitate underground infrastructure
• Plan, design and maintain infrastructure to accommodate connected, automated,and connected automated
vehicles
• Identify opportunities to enhance the electric grid to be more resilient to power outages Improve the
redundancy and reliability of back-up energy for critical infrastructure
• Design infrastructure to minimize environmental and public health impacts
• Consider life cycle costs, including operations and maintenance costs,when planning projects and selecting
construction materials
• Integrate multi-benefit green infrastructure into public capital projects
• Continue to reduce the inflow and infiltration of clear water into sanitary sewer system
• Continue to review operations and maintenance procedures and practices in response to climate impacts
Goal 6: Increase Community Resilience and Preparedness
Objectives
• Prepare to maintain public health and safety during extreme weather and climate related events
• Ensure all residents are prepared to respond to emergency situations
• Establish a reliable, modern communication infrastructure that is accessible to all residents
• Promote social connectedness
• Promote economic resilience to acute and chronic stressors
Preliminary Policies
• Coordinate with regional partners to ensure basic needs of all residents are met during an emergency
• Continue to routinely review and participate in updating the County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Identify staff responsible for City preparedness, emergency response, and recovery efforts for each type of
event
• Designate appropriate facilities that will be made available to the public as community safe shelters and
arrange for adequate provisions and backup power
• Make air conditioned public facilities available during poor air quality days and high heat days
• Continue to participate in FEMAs National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System to maintain a
higher level of floodplain management in exchange for lower flood insurance premiums for eligible properties
• Develop a volunteer community preparedness program
• Strengthen relationships with community organizations to support the most vulnerable residents
• Provide education to residents on what actions they can take to reduce their risk to extreme weather and
climate related events
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• Coordinate with emergency dispatch and first responders to address the specific concerns of residents who
may be more vulnerable in each type of event
• Make emergency communications available in multiple languages and platforms
• Prepare to communicate when power and communications networks are down
• Facilitate relationship building between members of the community across age, ethnicity, income, and/or other
demographic differences
• Support and promote opportunities for public engagement in sustainable efforts
• Promote and report on the City's sustainability projects and initiatives
• Explore opportunities to strengthen and diversify the local economy
• Foster small business and green business development
• Develop a post-disaster impact assessment in partnership with the local business community
• Promote low-income weatherization and heating assistance programs through City communication mediums
• Promote local food production,sales, and consumption and remove barriers for urban farming(i.e.vertical
farms,community gardens)
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Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
May 9, 2017
Agenda Item
2. a. Open Space and Recreation Commission 2016 Annual Report
Prepared By
John Cornelius, Open Space and Recreation Commission Chair
Rick Birno, Director of Parks & Recreation
Summary
Presentation of the 2016 Open Space and Recreation Commission annual report.
Attachments
•2016 Open Space and Recreation Commission report (2 pages)
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2016 Annual Report
City of Golden Valley
Open Space and Recreation Commission
Major Activities:
1.Brookview Community Center groundbreaking and construction
2.Sandburg Athletic Facility grand opening
3.Supported staff on the successful grant applications to GameTime, Inc., Hennepin Youth
Sports Program, Minnesota Twins Community Fund, Minnesota/Wisconsin Playground,
United States Tennis Association, Paul’s Pals and the fiscal partnership with Three Rivers
Park District
4.Opened the new Gazebo at Brookview Park
5.Requested staff develop a new electronic calendar for outdoor winter rink usage
6.Reviewed and recommended the 2017 park improvement projects, which included
many key additions to our park system
Other Activities:
1.Reviewed and discussed Park Dedication Fees and recommended raising fee from 4% to
6% for 2017
2.Worked with staff on comprehensive planning process for all parks and special use areas
in Golden Valley
3.Represented Open Space & Recreation Commission on the Metro Blue Line Community
Advisory Committee
4.Represented Open Space & Recreation Commission on the GV Bicycle and Pedestrian
Planning Task force
5.Toured parks, park projects and discussed Comprehensive Plan goals. Tour areas
included:
a.Potential park locations for off-leash areas and community gardens
b.Sandburg Athletic Improvements
c.Proposed improvements at St. Croix Park, Medley Park and Isaacson Park
d.Continued review of community tennis & Pickle Ball courts
e.Explored locations for new park in southeast corner of GV
f.Reviewed improvements at Brookview Park and Golf Course
6.Discussed and recommended staff move forward with proposed changes to the summer
playground program including adding the Valley Camp opportunity in August
7.Recommended staff implement bunker improvements on Brookview Golf Course
8.Participated in the community survey review and citywide infrastructure plans
9.Met with local youth athletic associations and reviewed programs/facility needs
10.Reviewed annual presentations of recreation programs, facilities and golf operations.
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Looking forward to 2017:
•Review and provide recommendations on the Parks Capital Improvement Plan for 2018
•Continue to work with the community and staff on the development of the Parks and
Recreation updated Comprehensive Plan
•Completion of the driving range building and bunker improvements on Brookview Golf
Course
•Brookview grand opening early fall/winter 2017
•Isaacson Park field lighting event
•Finalizing and implementing the new Challenge Course and all-inclusive play amenities
at Schaper Park
•Working with staff to develop recommendation for Community Garden location to be
presented for discussion to the City Council
•Installation of the new play structures at Medley Park & St. Croix Park
•Installation of new sun shelter at Stockman Park
•Work with staff on the development and implementation of a Goose Management plan
for Brookview Park and Brookview Golf Course
•Meet with our youth athletic associations for program updates and discussion on future
facility needs
Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
May 9, 2017
Agenda Item
2. b. Environmental Commission 2016 Annual Report
Prepared By
Eric Eckman, Public Works Specialist
Lynn Gitelis, Chair, Environmental Commission
Summary
The Environmental Commission has completed an annual report summarizing its 2016
accomplishments and outlining its proposed work plan priorities for 2017. The Chair of the
Environmental Commission, Lynn Gitelis, will present a summary of the report at the May 9, 2017
Council/Manager meeting. The annual report is attached for reference.
Following discussion of this item, Council direction on the Environmental Commission’s 2017
Work Plan is requested.
Attachments
•Environmental Commission Annual Report & 2017 Work Plan (2 pages)
o Minnesota GreenStep Cities Inventory Progress 2016 (2 pages)
o Pollinator Activities (2 pages)
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CITY OF GOLDEN VALLEY
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
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2017 WORK PLAN
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In accordance with Section 2.50, Subd.4 of the Golden Valley City Code, and the bylaws of the
Environmental Commission,the Golden Valley Environmental Commission submits the following
summary of its 2016 activities and accomplishments, and the proposed work plan priorities for 2017.
Major accomplishments in 2016 include:
GreenStep Cities
Inventory
Golden Valley entered the GreenStep Cities program in April 2016 as a Step 1 city and began to
inventory its current practices.To date, the City has completed and uploaded documentation for
25 actions meeting minimum requirements for 9 best practices and qualifying as a Step 2 city.
These actions describe practices and policies that the City has already put into place and serve
as a benchmark for future progress. See the attached document summarizing Golden Valley's
GreenStep Cities inventory progress for more information.
Climate Adaptation and Community Resilience(Best Practice 29)
As part of an effort to increase the City's resilience to climate and weather related events,the
Commission provided input on two actions under GreenStep Cities Best Practice Number 29,
Climate Adaptation and Community Resilience.The two actions relate to the City's emergency
management plans and strategies to protect residents as well as built/natural infrastructure in
extreme weather events. Guest presenters included the City's Fire Chief John Crelly.Through
review of these actions,the Commission was able to make recommendations on the City's
practices and communication strategies to increase community resilience.
Sustainability and Resilience Plan
The Commission identified development of the City's first Sustainability and Resilience Plan as its top
priority for 2016. In late 2016,the Commission began working with a consultant to develop a risk and
vulnerability assessment to describe existing conditions within the City. In addition to the
comprehensive plan community kickoff meeting held in September,two focus group meetings were
held to gather input on needs and goals.The Commission will continue to work on developing the plan
in 2017 including implementation strategies for adapting to and mitigating climate impacts. Once
completed, a compacted version of the plan will be included as a chapter in the City's 2040
Comprehensive Plan update.
Pollinators
The Commission reviewed and discussed proposals for City involvement in two non-profit programs that
benefit pollinators and habitat.After thoughtful consideration,the Commission was not able to support
participation in the programs due to concerns about the narrow focus of the programs and the City
resources required to administer.The Commission acknowledged the importance of pollinators, habitat,
awareness, and reduced pesticide use.They acknowledged that the City has done a significant amount
of work with respect to pollinators and that it can continue its good work without the formality of the
new programs.The Commission expressed an interest in creating a more broad policy regarding
pollinators in 2017. A summary of the City's pollinator actions is attached to this report.
Program and Project Updates
The Commission receives monthly program and project updates from staff on a variety of topics such as
energy,water resources, natural resources, recycling, and development.These updates provide an
opportunity for the Commission to review and comment on the City's current environmental projects
and programs and to identify topics that the Commission may want to explore in the future.
2017 Work Plan
The Commission proposes the following work plan priorities for 2017:
1. Complete the Sustainability and Resilience Plan; condense and insert into 2040 Comprehensive
Plan Update
2. Continue to provide input on other chapters of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update
3. Complete the GreenStep Cities Inventory of current best practice actions
4. Engage in new initiatives within GreenStep Cities program,consistent with the Sustainability and
Resilience Plan, including:
a. Sustainable Purchasing
b. Green Business Development
c. Energy and Climate related actions
d. Removing barriers for Vertical Greenhouses/Urban Farming
5. Pollinators
a. Create a broad pollinator policy
b. Consider a ban on neon icotinoids/coated seeds
6. Continue to assist in implementing the Natural Resources Management Plan
7. Recycling
a. Assist in preparing recycling contract for 2018
b. Explore organics options
c. Explore textile options
GreenStep Cities Inventory Progress
2016
Total completed actions: 25 1-star actions: 2 2-star actions: 11 3-star actions: 12
Building and Lighting
- Efficient Existing Public Buildings
o Utilizing B3 Benchmarking database
o Make no/low cost indoor lighting and operational changes in city-owned buildings
o Construct new public buildings under green building or energy framework
- Efficient Outdoor Lighting and Signals
o Coordinate traffic signals to minimize car idling
o Use LED lighting for parking lot lighting
o Replace the City's existing signals with LEDs
Land Use
- Mixed Uses
o Organize a community planning/design process for a mixed use district
o School or City building has mixed use attributes to promote multi-modal transportation
o Create incentives for vertical mixed-use development inappropriate locations
- Design for Natural Resource Conservation
o Conduct a Natural Resource Inventory and assessment, incorporate protection of
priority natural systems or resources through development process
o Develop/fund a conservation easement program
Transportation
- Mobility Options
o Promote walking, biking and transit
o Promote carpooling or ridesharing among community members,City employees,
businesses, high schools and institutions of higher education
Environmental Management
- Urban Forests
o Certify as a Tree City USA
o Adopt best practices for urban tree planting and quality
o Budget for and achieve urban canopy/tree planting goals
o Build community capacity to protect existing trees/plant resilient species
- Parks and Trails
o Achieve minimum levels of City green space
o Create park/city land management practices that maximize pollinator friendly
environments, recycling collection,and/or sources of non-potable water
o Develop program to involve community members in hands-on land restoration
Economic and Community Development
- Renewable Energy
o Adopt renewable energy ordinance that allows or encourages appropriate renewable
energy installation
o Install municipally owned renewable energy technology
- Climate Adaptation and Community Resilience
o Prepare to maintain public health and safety during extreme weather and climate-
related events
o Integrate climate resilience into city planning
o Protect public buildings and infrastructure to reduce physical damage and sustain their
function during extreme weather events
Pollinator Activities
Following are City policies, practices, projects, and ongoing activities regarding pollinators,
pollinator habitat, and education/awareness:
• The PUD Amenity Options in city code includes "Enhanced Landscaping" which is
defined as: A landscaping plan prepared by a licensed landscape architect that provides
exceptional design with a variety of pollinators and native trees, shrubs, and plant types
that provide seasonal interest and that exceed minimum City standards.
• The Environmental Commission recommended that the following language be added to
the new Tree & Landscape code: "The City recognizes the ecological value of native
plants, grasses, and wildflowers and encourages the establishment of these
environments where appropriate. Some reduction in the required number of trees,
shrubs, and perennials may be considered to accommodate a larger massing of these
environments."
• The Natural Resources Management Plan includes the following language:
o Community input identified "management and habitat enhancement for wildlife
and insect species, i.e. pollinators" as an important issue.
o Objective to preserve and protect natural areas and open spaces to maintain and
attract desired wildlife species.
o Objective to educate private property owners on ways to attract, protect, and
conserve desired wildlife species
o Management Strategy to encourage diversification of species and the use of
native species to the extent practicable.
o Management Strategy to include specialized vegetation plots for pollinators
(birds, bees and butterflies) are encouraged as they provide a specific ecological
function, and can be used for educational purposes.
o Implementation tool to help develop environmental awareness and stewardship
in the community like offering periodic community workshops on invasive
species control, selecting and planting native trees and vegetation, or on
creating wildlife (including pollinator) habitat.
o Implementation tool to host a community celebration on a theme of current
importance, e.g., "community pollinators" or "the world of bees and butterflies".
• For almost 20 years, Golden Valley has contracted with a professional consultant to
assist in managing 30 native vegetation buffer areas using integrated plant
management. The buffers provide habitat and food for pollinators. The consultant
performs monthly site visits and assesses whether an area needs to be burned, mowed
or spot-treated. Herbicide is only applied as needed through spot treatment.
• The Environmental Commission is considering in its 2017 work plan the drafting of a
broad pollinator policy that best meets the City's natural resource management goals,
and may consider a ban on chemicals and seed coating containing harmful
neonicotinoids.
• The Environmental Commission helped determine the 2016-2017 natural resources
education/communication topics including Bees/Pollinators, Buckthorn Management,
Wetlands, Urban Wildlife, Emerald Ash Borer and other insect related tree issues. A
pollinator week announcement is planned for social media in June and a newsletter
article is slated for July/August
• The Environmental Commission helped draft a newsletter article about the importance
of pollinators and using less chemicals, highlighting examples from the community.
Nov/Dec 2015 City News: "Golden Valley Abuzz about Pollinator Habitats"
http://www.goldenvalleym n.gov/news/publications/citvnews/pdf/2015/nov-
dec-2015.pdf(pg. 5)
• The Environmental Commission brought in General Mills representatives to present the
companies work with pollinators and increasing habitat locally and globally
• The Environmental Commission initiated the inclusion of a pollinator booth/workshop at
2016 Home Remodeling Fair
• In 2015, there were 54 acres of native vegetation buffers established and maintained in
Golden Valley (22 acres of which is owned and managed by the City).
• Additional pollinator habitat was created or planned in 2016-17:
o 2015 Bassett Creek Restoration project (approximately 3 acres)
o Brookview Golf Course areas (approximately 3 acres)
o Honeywell Pond and Briarwood-Dawnview Pond buffers
o The Liberty Flood Mitigation Project includes native vegetation buffers
o 2016 Douglas Drive project includes pollinator-friendly vegetation
o New Brookview Community Center low-mow areas and stormwater buffers
o Garden Club planting milkweed and other pollinator-friendly plants in
streetscape areas and is interested in establishing pollinator habitat at the new
Brookview
o Private Developments (a number of new buffers and habitat created)
• Phosphorus-free fertilizer and herbicide are used on athletic fields, Brookview Park, and
City Hall campus on an as-needed basis only. All staff that handle fertilizer& pesticide
products are certified by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture on an annual basis
and all products are applied according to their label recommendations. Herbicide
treatment is used on athletic fields if weeds compose over 70% of an area. Milkweed is
not removed from any public lands and is included in public planters, medians and along
roadways.
• Golden Valley has four low-maintenance mowing areas on City parkland including
Schied Park hill, Glenview Terrace Park hill, and Brookview Park Tennis hill. These areas
are typically non-programmed spaces with steeper slopes. These areas allow the City to
reduce inputs, saving on labor, equipment and material cost, while providing ecological
diversity.
• The City has documented many of its pollinator and habitat-related activities in
GreenStep Cities and will continue to do so.
Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
May 9, 2017
Agenda Item
2. c. Planning Commission - 2016 Annual Report
Prepared By
Jason Zimmerman, Planning Manager
Summary
The Planning Commission Chair, Chuck Segelbaum, will be in attendance to provide a review of
the work completed by the Commission in 2016 and to discuss issues related to planning for 2017
and beyond.
Attachment
•Planning Commission - 2016 Annual Report (10 pages)
Planning Commission
2016 Annual Report
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2016 Planning Commissioners
Chuck Segelbaum, Chair
Rich Baker, Vice Chair
John Kluchka, Secretary
Amy Blenker
Ronald Blum
David Cera
Andy Johnson
Cathy Waldhauser
City Staff
Marc Nevinski, Physical Development Director
Jason Zimmerman, Planning Manager
Emily Goellner, Associate Planner/Grant Writer
Chloe McGuire Brigl, Community Development Intern
Lisa Wittman, Administrative Assistant
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Duties of the Planning Commission
The Planning Commission shall:
A. Review and make recommendations on specific development proposals made by private
developers and public agencies.
B. Review and make recommendations on proposed rezonings, subdivision plans,
amendments to the zoning text, platting regulations and variances and similar items
having to do with administration and regulatory measures.
C. Conduct special studies dealing with items such as renewal, civic design ,
maintenance of a suitable living and working environment, economic conditions,
etc. These studies may be conducted at the initiative of the Planning Commission
and/or specific direction from the City Council.
D. Review major public capital improvement plans against the policy and goals stated
in the Comprehensive Plan for the area.
E. Advise and make recommendations relative to housing, new development, and
redevelopment projects proposed by the HRA prior to the final commitment of such
projects by the HRA. This charge shall also relate to such responsibilities as:
1. Make recommendations to the City Council and/or HRA on the use of
Federal and State Funds received for housing and community development.
2. Make recommendations to the City Council on the City’s participation in
other Federal, State, Metropolitan Council, County and Multi-City Housing
and Community Development programs.
F. Advise and make recommendations in matters relating to and affecting the
environment such as:
1. Taking into account environmental concerns and the impact on the
environment of any Planning Commission recommended action.
2. To cooperate with and coordinate environmental proposals and programs
with other City groups and Federal, State, Metro, Cou nty and other
municipal groups.
3. To make such reviews of land reclamation, filling, excavation and grading
applications as are required by City ordinance or referred to the Commission
by the Council; provided that no review or recommendation shall remove or
limit the right of a property owner in accordance with City ordinances and
the statutes and constitution of the State of Minnesota.
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2016 Annual Report
Number of Planning Commission Meetings Held: 16
Meetings Cancelled: 8
Number of Joint Commission Meetings Held: 1
February 29 – 2040 Comprehensive Plan Overview
Joint Meeting with Environmental and Open Space and Recreation Commissions
Number of Planning Applications Considered: 21
Number of Zoning Text Amendments Considered: 5
Number of Staff Led Discussions/Presentations: 11
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
Total Planning Applications by Year
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Land Use Change
Rezoning
Subdivision
CUP
PUD
2016 Planning Applications by Type
5
0 2 4 6 8 10 12
Site Plan Review
Land Use Change
Rezoning
Subdivision
CUP
PUD
Planning Applications by Type (5 years)
2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
16
5
2016 Planning Applications Considered
Recommended Approval Recommended Denial
0 1,800 3,600900Feet
IPrint Date: 4/7/2017Sources:-Hennepin County Surveyors Office for Property Lines (2017).-City of Golden Valley for all other layers.
PlanningApplication
Years, 2012 - 2016
A Location
Year
!2016 (25)
!2015 (22)
!2014 (41)
!2013 (20)
!2012 (26)
0 1,800 3,600900Feet
IPrint Date: 4/7/2017Sources:-Hennepin County Surveyors Office for Property Lines (2017).-City of Golden Valley for all other layers.
PlanningApplication
Types, 2012 - 2016
A Location
Type
"CUP (24)
¸Land Use Change (14)
"PUD (50)
!Rezoning (20)
¸Site Plan Review (1)
!Subdivision (25)
8
Other PUD Amendments (not reviewed by Planning Commission):
Minor Amendments: 1 (Liberty Crossing – shift in location of apartment footprint)
Administrative Amendments: 1 (Hidden Lakes – modification to storm water pond)
Zoning Text Amendments Considered
Item Description
Accessory Retail Sales Requirements
Allow accessory retail in Light Industrial and Industrial
properties based on building square footage rather
than building footprint
Modifying R-2 Zoning District
Modify requirements for single family homes in the
R-2 district and include additional regulations found in
the R-1 district
Amending Temporary Uses and
Events
Remove redundant language regarding Temporary
Events
Prohibiting Temporary Family
Health Care Dwellings
Prohibit temporary health care dwellings as defined in
state statute
Updates to the Floodplain
Management Zoning Overlay
District
Update code to reflect changes to FEMA maps and
profiles
Staff Led Discussions/Presentations
Zoning Text Amendment (R-2 Zoning District, Outdoor Storage): 4
2040 Comprehensive Plan: 4
METRO Blue Line Extension (Municipal Consent): 1
Brookview Community Center: 1
Capital Improvement Plan: 1
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Major Projects Approved
Item/Location Type Description
Central Park West – Hotel
5075 Wayzata Blvd
Major PUD
Amendment
6-story, 126 room hotel, with fitness center,
conference rooms, breakfast area, bar and
lounge, and rooftop spa with outdoor seating
Jewish Family &
Children’s Service of
Minneapolis / PRISM
5905 Golden Valley Road
CUP Accessory retail use in order to operate the PRISM
food shelf and thrift shop within a newly
renovated building
Mortenson
700 Meadow Lane N
Major PUD
Amendment
Reconstructed and expanded parking ramp and
preparation for a future new office building
North Lilac Drive
810 Lilac Drive N
Major PUD
Amendment
Renovation and expansion of a multi-tenant
building
Central Park West –
Office, Phase 1
10 West End
Major PUD
Amendment
11-story office tower and 7-story parking ramp,
connected via skyway
Tralee at Paisley Lane
26 Paisley Lane
Subdivision Demolition of an existing home and subdivision of
one lot into two
Morrie’s Heritage Car
Connection
700 Colorado Ave S
CUP Classic car rental business and accessory
automobile installation
Previously Approved Projects with Construction Pending:
2013 The Three•Nine•Four – Apartments (Circle Down)
The Xenia – Apartments (770 Xenia Avenue South)
2015 Central Park West – Phase 2 Apartments (Utica Avenue South)
Luther Automotive – Auto Repair and Storage (9000 10th Avenue)
The Schuett Companies – Senior Apartments (9000 Golden Valley Road)
10
Central Park West - Hotel
Mortenson Parking Ramp
North Lilac Drive Addition
Central Park West - Office
Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
May 9, 2017
Agenda Item
2. d. Board of Zoning Appeals - 2016 Annual Report
Prepared By
Emily Goellner, Associate Planning/Grant Writer
Summary
The Board of Zoning Appeals Chair, David Perich, will be in attendance to provide a review of the
work completed by the Board in 2016.
Attachment
•Board of Zoning Appeals - 2016 Annual Report (12 pages)
Board of Zoning Appeals
2016 Annual Report
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2016 Board Members
David Perich, Chair
George Maxwell, Vice Chair
Nancy Nelson
Richard Orenstein
Rotating Planning Commissioner
City Staff
Marc Nevinski, Physical Development Director
Jason Zimmerman, Planning Manager
Emily Goellner, Associate Planner/Grant Writer
Chloe McGuire Brigl, Community Development Intern
Lisa Wittman, Administrative Assistant
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Duties of the Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals consists of five (5) members that meet once a month if there are
any petitions pending for action. All members of the Board of Zoning Appeals serve a one-(1)
year term. A Planning Commissioner serves as the fifth (5th) member of the Board of Zoning
Appeals.
The Board of Zoning Appeals shall have the following powers:
1. To decide appeals where it is alleged that an error has been made in any Order,
requirement, decision or determination and/or interpretation made by a City
administrative officer in enforcement and administration of this Chapter.
2. To hear requests for variances from the requirements of this Chapter, including
restrictions placed on nonconformities. Variances shall only be permitted when they are
in harmony with the general purposes and intent of this Chapter and when the
variances are consistent with the comprehensive plan. A variance may be granted when
the petitioner for the variance establishes that there are practical difficulties in
complying with this Chapter “Practical difficulties,” as used in connection with the
granting of a variance, means:
a. The property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not
permitted by this Chapter;
b. The plight of the property owner is due to circumstances unique to the property
not created by the property owner; and
c. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality.
3. Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties. Practical
difficulties include but are not limited to, inadequate access to direct sunlight for solar
energy systems. Notwithstanding the foregoing, variances shall be granted for earth
sheltered construction as defined in Minnesota Statutes section 216C.06, subdivision 14,
when in harmony with this Chapter.
4. The Board of Zoning Appeals may not grant a variance that would allow any use that is
not allowed for property in the Zoning District where the affected person’s land is
located. The Board of Zoning Appeals may impose conditions in the grant ing of
variances. A condition must be directly related to and must bear a rough proportionality
to the impact created by the variance.
5. When either the City, Hennepin County or the State of Minnesota creates or worsens a
nonconforming setback or prevents or worsens compliance with the applicable parking
requirements by acquiring, a portion of a lot for a public improvement, the lot owner
shall be entitled as a matter of right to obtain a variance for the nonconforming setback
or parking condition so created or worsened.
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2016
Total Number of Variances Considered: 35
Located in R-1 Residential Zoning District: 34
Located in Industrial Zoning District: 1
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Front Setback
Side Setback
Rear Setback
Height
Building Envelope
Articulation
Shoreland Setback
Average Grade
Accessory Structure Location
BZA Requests by Type: 2016
Number of Requests
23
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Item Description
Front Yard Setback
Requests to build structures within 35 feet of the front yard property
line in R-1, R-2, and Institutional Districts. Institutional Districts also
require that at least 25 feet be landscaped and maintained as a buffer
zone.
Side Yard Setback
Requests to build structures within the side yard setback area, which
ranges from 5 feet to 50 feet depending on the type of structure and
the Zoning District.
Rear Yard Setback
Requests to build structures within the rear yard setback area, which
ranges from 5 feet to 50 feet depending on the type of structure and
the Zoning District.
Articulation
Requests to waive articulation requirement, which requires inward or
outward articulation of 2 feet in depth and 8 feet in length for every 32
feet of side wall on homes in the R-1 and R-2 Zoning Districts.
Height Requests to build principal structures over the maximum height
requirement, which ranges from 25 to 28 feet depending on the type
of roof and the Zoning District.
Fence Height Requests to build fences over the maximum height requirements,
which ranges from 4 to 12 feet depending on the location on the
property (front yard or side/rear yard) and the Zoning District.
Building Envelope Requests to build a structure within the maximum building envelope,
which is defined for properties within the R-1 and R-2 Zoning Districts.
This includes the 2:1 or 4:1 slope requirement when the structure is
taller than 15 feet at the side yard setback line.
Accessory Structure
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Requests to build a garage, shed, or other accessory structure in a
location that is not completely to the rear of the principal structure or
in a location that is not at least 10 feet from the principal structure.
Accessory Structure
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Requests to build a garage, shed, or other accessory structures above
the allowable limit of 1,000 square feet in R-1, R-2, and Institutional
Zoning Districts.
Accessory Structure
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Requests to build a garage, shed, or other accessory structures above
the maximum height requirements, which is 10 feet in the R-1, R-2,
and Institutional Zoning Districts.
Average Grade Requests to change the average grade of a property by more than 1
foot.
Shoreland Setback Requests to build a structure within the minimum shoreland setbacks,
which are larger than standard front, side, and rear setbacks.
Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
May 9, 2017
Agenda Item
3. Human Rights Commission Guidance
Prepared By
Tim Cruikshank, City Manager
Summary
This item is follow up to the discussion Council had at the March 14 Council/Manager meeting in
which the Human Right Commission (HRC) gave their annual report. The Council added this item
to the agenda to clarify the role of and give guidance to the HRC.
Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
May 9, 2017
Agenda Item
4. Presentation on Proposed Public Input Process for Street Banner Design
Prepared By
Cheryl Weiler, Communications Manager
Summary
The City’s current street banners are more than 10 years old and scheduled for replacement in
2017. Staff suggests two options for Council to consider:
Option 1
Use the City’s new Public Art Policy to guide the process. As such, the City and the newly
formed Golden Valley Arts League would solicit local artists to showcase their work on the
banners, and the Public Art Panel would select banner design proposals in cooperation
with the City. Selected art proposals would be presented at a City Council meeting and
then made available for public review and comment for 30 days. Approved art proposals
would move into the production phase, in which City staff would work with the artist to
procure appropriate files for the banner printing process (see Attachment 1 for proposed
art submission guidelines).
Each banner is 96 inches tall and 26 inches wide. Artists could either create art to fit these
size parameters, or they could select a portion of an already completed piece and work
with staff to have that portion reproduced to fit the banners. 3D art could be photographed
to be reproduced in accordance with banner dimensions.
Each of the 30 banner poles holds two banners. Staff recommends that one banner per
pole features art, while the paired banner brands the City with the words “Golden Valley”
on a background coordinated to match the art (see Attachment 2 for examples). The art
banner would also feature the title of the artwork and the artist’s name. With this
structure, staff suggests choosing six artists, so each piece of art would be displayed five
times.
Staff estimates that the lifecycle of these banners would be approximately five years. The
current banners lasted longer because there are two sets (summer and winter), which
reduced wear and tear. Also several banner poles were removed over the years, and the
pole design was changed from four banners per pole to two. This reduced the number of
banners in use from 208 to 60 and provided an extra stock of banners to replenish those
that were worn.
Option 2
City staff prepares several banner design proposals and hosts community focus groups to
help choose the design.
Attachments
•Proposed Art Submission Guidelines for City Street Banners (1 page)
•Submitted Art Sample Concepts for City Street Banners (1 page)
Golden Valley
Street Banners Guidelines
Banner Artwork
The City of Golden Valley wants artwork from local artists to be incorporated into the design of
new street banners. These 26” x 96” banners mark the entryways to downtown Golden Valley
and serve to enhance community identity , aesthetics and pride. The City has budgeted $25,000
for this project.
Selection Process & Production
The City of Golden Valley will need high-resolution images of each artwork (resolution of 300
dpi or higher).
Six pieces will be chosen by Golden Valley’s Public Art Panel using the process outlined by the
Golden Valley Public Art Policy. All selections will be presented to the City Council and displayed
for a 30-day public input and comment period. The City Council has the final approval. Each
selected artwork, with the artist’s name and title of piece, will be reproduced on five banners to
be displayed throughout downtown Golden Valley. The estimated life span of these banners is
five years.
Process and production will need to be completed by fall 2017 when the new banners are
scheduled to be put up.
Golden Valley Street Banners
Submitted Art Sample Concepts
What The Street Banners Could Be
There are 30 banner poles that have two banners each for a total of 60 banners. For example, if
the City chooses art from six local artists, each artwork would be displayed five times.
Please keep in mind that these concepts are just mock-ups and not final designs. The images used in
these mock-ups are pieces of art by Minneapolis artists Jill Van Sickle and Betsy Ruth Byers.
Example
AGENDA
Regular Meeting of the
City Council
Golden Valley City Hall
7800 Golden Valley Road
Council Chamber
May 16, 2017
6:30 pm
1.CALL TO ORDER PAGES
A.Pledge of Allegiance
B.Roll Call
2.ADDITIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA
3.CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Consent Agenda - All items listed under this heading are considered to be
routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no discussion
of these items unless a Council Member so requests in which event the item will be
removed from the general order of business and considered in its normal sequence on
the agenda.
A.Approval of Minutes - City Council Meeting May 2, 2017
B.Approval of City Check Register
C.Licenses:
1. Requests for Beer and/or Wine at Brookview Park
D.Minutes:
E.Bids and Quotes
1. Award Douglas Drive Landscaping Contract
F.METRO Blue Line Extension - Community Advisory Committee (CAC) Appointments
G.Board/Commission Appointments
H.Board/Commission Reappointments
4.PUBLIC HEARINGS
5.OLD BUSINESS
6.NEW BUSINESS
A.Adopt Wayzata Boulevard Bikeway Feasibility Report
B.Approve Cooperative Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad - 10
th Avenue Culverts
C.Approve Joint Powers Agreement with Three Rivers Park District for Schaper Park
D.Adopt Resolution to accept Grants & Donations - Schaper Park
E.Approve Schaper Park Challenge Course and All-Inclusive Play Structure
F.Authorize Issuance and Sale of:
1. $2,580,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds - PMP, Series 2017A
2. $800,000 General Obligation Equipment Certificates of Indebtedness, Series
2017B
3. $1,935,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds - Hwy 55 W., Series 2017C
G.Announcement of Meetings
H.Mayor and Council Communications
7.ADJOURNMENT
AGENDA
Regular Meeting of the
City Council
Golden Valley City Hall
7800 Golden Valley Road
Council Chamber
June 6, 2017
6:30 pm
1.CALL TO ORDER PAGES
A.Pledge of Allegiance
B.Roll Call
2.ADDITIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA
3.CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Consent Agenda - All items listed under this heading are considered to be
routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no discussion
of these items unless a Council Member so requests in which event the item will be
removed from the general order of business and considered in its normal sequence on
the agenda.
A.Approval of Minutes - City Council Meeting May 16, 2017
B.Approval of City Check Register
C.Licenses:
1. Approve 2017-2018 Liquor License Renewals
D.Minutes:
1.
E.Bids and Quotes
1. Award 2017 Asphalt Overlay
F.Approve Extension of Hours for Golden Valley Fire Relief Association Street Dance
H.Approval of Agreement with Communications Consultant
4.PUBLIC HEARINGS
5.OLD BUSINESS
6.NEW BUSINESS
A.Announcement of Meetings
B.Mayor and Council Communications
7.ADJOURNMENT
A G E N D A
Council/Manager Meeting
Golden Valley City Hall
7800 Golden Valley Road
Council Conference Room
June 13, 2017
6:30 pm
Pages
1. Comprehensive Plan Updates - Water Resources (15 minutes)
2. Fire/Rescue Services - Phase 1 Staffing Study (1 hour)
3. Solar Project ( minutes)
4. Future Draft Agendas: City Council June 20, City Council July 5 and Council
Manager July 11, 2017
Council/Manager meetings have an informal, discussion-style format and are designed
for the Council to obtain background information, consider policy alternatives, and
provide general directions to staff. No formal actions are taken at these meetings. The
public is invited to attend Council/Manager meetings and listen to the discussion; public
participation is allowed by invitation of the City Council.