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EC-Agenda-3-28-20227800 Golden Valley Road I Golden Valley, WIN 55427 763-593-8027 1 TTY 763-593-3968 1 763-593-8198 (fax) I www.goldenvalleymn.gov Environmental Commission REGULAR MEETING AGENDA city of goldvall� Y March 28, 2022 — 6:30 pm City Hall Council Conference Room Remote Attendance: Members of the public may attend this meeting via Webex by calling 1- 415-655-0001 and entering access code 1773 93 4642. Questions/Comments: Members of the public who have questions about the commission or any items on the agenda should contact the staff commission liaison — Eric Eckman, Environmental Resources Supervisor, eeckman@goldenvalleymn.gov, 763-593-8084. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. New Member Rachel Zuraff (5 min) 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Approval of February 28, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes (5 min) 6. Old Business A. Recycling Update (10 min) B. Environmental Justice Collaboration (5 min) C. Energy recognition program (5 min) D. 2022 Work Plan (40 min) 7. New Business A. EV Charging Infrastructure (10 min) B. Program/Project Updates (5 min) C. Council Updates (5 min) D. Other Business 8. Adjournment This document is available in alternate formats upon a 72-hour request. Please call 763-593-8006 (TTY: 763-593-3968) to make a request. Examples of alternate formats may include large print, electronic, Braille, audiocassette, etc. OFFICIAL OATH State of Minnesota ) )ss County of Hennepin) I, Rachel Zuraff, do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of the State of Minnesota, and that I will faithfully discharge the duties of the office of Environmental Commission member of the City of Golden Valley, Minnesota, to the best of my judgment and ability, so help me God. Rachel Zuraff Subscribed and sworn to before me this 28t" day of March, 2022. Wendy Weirich (Chair) 7800 Golden Valley Road I Golden Valley, RUIN 55427 CZJ 0J 763-593-8027 I TTY 763-593-3968 1 763-593-8198 (fax) I www.goldenvalleymn.gov golden,,,,,, va Environmental Commission February 28, 2022 — 6:30 pm REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Remote Attendance: Members of the public may attend this meeting via Webex by calling 1-415-655- 0001 and entering access code 1773 93 4642. Questions/Comments: Members of the public who have questions about the commission or any items on the agenda should contact the staff commission liaison — Eric Eckman, Environmental Resources Supervisor, eeckman@goldenvalleymn.gov, 763-593-8084. 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Chair Weirich at 6:30 pm following joint meeting with OSRC. 2. Roll Call Commissioners present: Scott Seys, Wendy Weirich, Tonia Galonska, Shannon Hansen, Jim Stremel, Dawn Hill, Debra Yahle, Felix Fettig Commissioners absent: None Council Members present: Kimberly Sanberg Staff present: Eric Eckman, Environmental Resources Supervisor; Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist; Ethan Kehrberg, GreenCorps Member; Carrie Nelson, Administrative Assistant. 3. Approval of Agenda MOTION by Commissioner Hill, seconded by Commissioner Stremel to approve the agenda for February 28, 2022 and the motion carried. 4. Approval of January 24, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes MOTION by Commissioner Seys, seconded by Commissioner Fettig to approve the minutes of January 24, 2022 as submitted and the motion carried with the following change: A. Add Council Member Sanberg as being present at the meeting. S. Old Business A. Recycling and Organics Update i. We are at about 30% participation rate. Aiming for about 40%. based on households putting their carts out at least once between Jan 7 and Feb 11. 7,098 total households [staff checked after meeting and there is actually about 6,976 households]. There is a communications plan to spread the word about the program and Ethan has been promoting it at the Farmers Market. We plan to add organics carts to all the City parks with recycling bins and garbage carts. This document is available in alternate formats upon a 72-hour request. Please call 763-593-8006 (TTY: 763-593-3968) to make a request. Examples of alternate formats may include large print, electronic, Braille, audiocassette, etc. 6 City of Golden Valley Environmental Commission Regular Meeting 2 January 24, 2022 — 6:30 pm ii. We've also seen an increase in participation in the Regular Recycling from 92% to 95%. iii. Contamination has been found in the organics loads. It hasn't hit the 5% rejection level yet. If contamination continues, it is possible to pin point what areas have the most. It's mostly things that should go in the regular recycling. B. Environmental Justice Collaboration i. The Building An Equitable Golden Valley Forum is scheduled for May 19, 6:00-7:30. It will be a hybrid format with the in -person portion being at Brookview. There will be a 1 hr presentation on Environmental Justice and Climate Change with time at the end for questions. 6. New Business A. Energy Recognition Program i. The program recognizes businesses (anything non-residential) in GV who are taking steps to improve energy efficiency. ii. Businesses will apply to the program and the environmental staff, and possibly the commission, will review and approve applications. iii. To begin, it will be a one and done recognition. Could include an annual award program over time. iv. Could potentially move to residential properties as well. v. Name possibilities 1. Energy should be a part of the name 2. Golden Valley Energy Hero? vi. Maybe have different levels? Silver, Gold, and Platinum level? vii. We can reach out to both owners and tenants. Tenants may be doing energy efficient things even though they don't own the building. B. 2022 Work Plan i. The draft will be based on the City's 2022 Pyramid of Success, 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and City Council's 2022 Legislative Priorities ii. Needs to be finalized before the April Council Work Session. Some ideas generated: 1. Plan to increase recycling 2. Env Justice — forum, formal resolution, re-evaluate maps for prioritization (flooding, air quality, highways corridors, etc) 3. Plant trees, or tree sale/give-away — more than just Plymouth tree sale 4. Sustainable building policy 5. Staff speakers on timely topics (EAB, etc) 6. Outreach to schools like SEA 7. Review new city website for content and clarity, better promote volunteer programs 8. EAB outreach on Ash removals — explore Mpls contract pricing for residents example 9. Transportation — Luce Line Trail connection to Plymouth and other trail sections City of Golden Valley Environmental Commission Regular Meeting January 24, 2022 — 6:30 pm 10. Can we add short term goals into plan along with the long-term goals? C. Program/Project Updates i. Could the EC have a look at major projects earlier on? D. Council Updates i. State of the City on March 4, 3:00 PM at Under Pressure Brewing E. Other Business i. None 7. Adjournment MOTION by Commissioner Stremel, seconded by Commissioner Hill to adjourn the meeting at 8:46 pm and the motion carried. ATTEST: Carrie Nelson, Administrative Assistant Wendy Weirich, Chair try of�,� golden alley l`� y Date: March 25, 2022 MEMORANDUM Physical Development Department 763-593-8030 / 763-593-3988 (fax) To: Environmental Commission From: Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist Ethan Kehrberg, MN GreenCorps Member Eric Eckman, Environmental Resources Supervisor Subject: Recycling and Organics Update Two months into the organics recycling program, early indications are that Golden Valley is at approximately 30% participation. This figure is calculated based on 6,976 households eligible to participate in the program, and approximately 2,100 households that set out their container at least once during the reporting period from February 4 to March 4. This figure is considered very good for a new program (especially during winter months), and helps support the City's choice of an all -in, everyone pays program, where every eligible household received a cart upon program commencement. For reference, most well - established organics recycling programs have around 40% participation. Golden Valley's participation rate is expected to continue to rise over time with additional promotion and education. In addition, Golden Valley has seen an increase in its "traditional" curbside recycling participation as well. Preliminary participation rates for the last few months indicate that curbside recycling participation is approximately 95% of eligible households, up from 92% in previous years. This increase is likely due to the additional messaging and education raising awareness surrounding the curbside organics recycling program and more people working from home during the pandemic. Similar increases in curbside recycling have been seen in other communities implementing new recycling programs. Based on Hennepin County's aggregated data reported by residential haulers from 2018 to 2021, a few trends appear to be evident in the County, despite some apparent errors in the self -reported data. • After years of trending downward due to the changing composition of recyclable materials (less paper and glass, more plastic and cardboard), residential recycling weights ticked up a bit during the pandemic as more people were at home rather than at work. • The combination of recycling and organics materials collected in 2020 was approximately 42.5% of total waste tonnages, up approximately 8.8% over 2019, according to the County. 0 Trash tonnages in the residential sector remained steady during this time. • Organics tonnages have slowly increased since 2018, but are on pace to be much higher in 2022 with more cities and haulers offering organics programs. o So far in Golden Valley, organics tonnages are far greater than they were in the first quarter of the previous couple years (already about 20% higher without counting March 2022). One way to cut through some of the noise in the County data is to isolate the data reported by Republic Services (which recently acquired Randy's Sanitation). If we focus only on Republic Services (and Randy's) during this time, we see the following trends in recycling and organics in Golden Valley specifically: Tons of materials collected by Republic Services (and Randy's) in the City of Golden Valley 2019-2022 Material 2019 2020 2021 2022 (Jan & Feb) Recycling 1861.55 1918.87 2011.78 271.34 Organics 16.72 28.13 28.68 36.39 Below is a summary of monthly data reported to the City by Republic Services in 2022. Staff will continue to monitor and provide material tonnages and participation rates to the Commission during the year and into future years to help understand trends and gauge success of the city contracted recycling and organics program. Tons of materials collected by Republic Services in Golden Valley 2022 Month Recycling MSW* Yard Waste* Organics January 147.40 104.50 0 4.5 February 123.94 100.97 0 31.89 March April May June July August September October November December Totals 271.34 205.47 0.00 36.39 *Only includes MSW and Yard Waste collected in Golden Valley by Republic Services. This does not include data from other haulers that provide these services. One additional item to note is that Republic Services has reported an increase in waste contamination in the organics loads, and unfortunately some loads had to be rejected by the compost site. The issue is mainly plastic bags and recyclable items being placed in the organics carts. Staff included information about this in the City newsletter to help inform and educate residents moving forward. Click here and open the March -April edition https://www.goldenvalleymn.gov/162/City-News-Publications. try of goldeno-gleir valley Date: March 25, 2022 MEMORANDUM Physical Development Department 763-593-8030 / 763-593-3988 (fax) To: Environmental Commission From: Ethan Kehrberg, Minnesota GreenCorps Member Subject: Golden Valley "Energy Hero" Recognition Program Update As part of the City's Energy Action Plan, the Commission is looking at creative and cost-effective ways to incentivize and recognize businesses that take steps to save energy and money and help the community's reduce carbon emissions. Reducing carbon emissions in the business sector is a major component of the Plan. Since last month's Commission meeting, the recognition program has been further developed by the Minnesota GreenCorps member and the Communications staff. Building on feedback and input from the Commission, staff selected the name "Energy Hero," and will include "GV" or "Golden Valley" in front of it when applicable. Staff is still open to the idea of including the acronym "HERO" (Hardworking Energy -Responsible Organization) if it fits the style and goals of the branding. Communications is currently working on a fun logo and media kit to promote the program. After application and approval, businesses will be notified of their acceptance and recognition by the program. They will receive promotional materials like a window cling, sticker, or other digital materials for them to advertise at their business or on their website. Communications confirmed that participating businesses can be listed on the website or possibly the newsletter but will not be advertised or promoted with logos or additional information. There is not an official launch date set but depending on the time it takes to finalize the logos, application, and other details of the program, the City is aiming to complete it this spring and have applications open for businesses to apply by the start of summer. GAEnvironmental Commission\Memos city of go ldn� valley Date: March 25, 2022 MEMORANDUM Physical Development Department 763-593-8030 / 763-593-3988 (fax) To: Environmental Commission From: Eric Eckman, Environmental Resources Supervisor Subject: 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan As stated in its bylaws, the Commission is required to develop an annual work plan for review and approval by the City Council. The draft work plan for 2022 is based upon the City's 2022 Pyramid of Success, 2040 Comprehensive Plan (including Resilience & Sustainability, Natural Resources, Water Resources, Transportation), Equity Plan, Energy Action Plan, Pollinator Protection Resolution, Climate Emergency Declaration, GreenStep Cities Program, and City Council's 2022 legislative priorities. Attached is the draft 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Work Plan incorporating ideas from the February Commission meeting. Commissioners are being asked to review the document and come to the meeting with any additional questions or comments they may have. Following discussion, staff requests the Commission to consider making a recommendation to Council to approve the 2022 work plan. GAEnvironmental Commission\Memos city 0f goldvall� Golden Valley Environmental Commission 2021 Annual Report 2021 Environmental Commission Commissioners Wendy Weirich, Chair (2023) Shannon Hansen, Vice Chair (2023) Felix Fettig, Student (2022) Rachel Zuraff, Student (2023) Tonia Galonska (2022) Dawn Hill (2024) Scott Seys (2024) Jim Stremel (2023) Debra Yahle (2022) Note: Terms run May 1-April 30 Council Liaison Kimberly Sanberg Larry Fonnest (through December 2021) City Staff Eric Eckman, Environmental Resources Supervisor Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist Carrie Nelson, Engineering Assistant Story Schwantes, MN GreenCorps Member Ethan Kehrberg, MN GreenCorps Member Purpose and Mission The Environmental Commission has been established to advise and make recommendations to the City Council in matters relating to and affecting the environment and human health. Golden Valley Environmental Commission 2021 Annual Report L .J Table of Contents 2021 Accomplishments page 4 2022 Proposed Work Plan page 6 Golden Valley Environmental Commission 2021 Annual Report 2021 Accomplishments Needs New Text Curbside Recycling And Organics Collection • Helped guide and develop the new recycling and organics program that launched in January 2022. Energy Action • Helped guide and recommend approval of the City's first Energy Action Plan as part of Xcel Energy's Partners In Energy community collaboration program. • Recommended participation in the Residential Home Energy Squad program with an equitable cost sharing methodology for residents. • Helped reduce the number of households experiencing energy cost burden through identifying, communicating, and connecting people with programs offered by utility companies and others o Sent postcards directly to households, visited several multi -family properties, worked with PRISM to reach residents, and completed four low-income home energy squad visits in 5 months which included onsite energy efficiency improvements. • Developed an energy saver recognition program for businesses (launching in spring 2022) • Summarized the City's energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions reductions to date. GreenStep Cities / Climate Action • Achieved Step 5 of the GreenStep Cities Program, including advancement in the following topic areas: o buildings and lighting, renewable energy, land use, transportation and fleet, surface water, green buildings • Began tracking information in new topic areas such as: o solid waste and recycling, local food production, and home energy squad visits A link to the summary of Golden Valley's GreenStep Cities progress is located at https://greenstep.pca.state.mn.us/ citylnfo.cfm?ctu code=2394924 • Drafted and recommended adoption of a resolution declaring a climate emergency • Recommended support for Hennepin County's first Climate Action Plan. Hosted an informational meeting with Hennepin County's new Director of Climate & Resiliency to learn about the climate action plan and discuss how we can work together to achieve common goals Environmental Justice • Continued to partner with the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission on joint projects, events, and forums through a subcommittee formed in 2020. Golden Valley Environmental Commission 2021 Annual Report • Utilizing the prioritization maps developed by the subcommittee in 2020, identified and explored a partnership with a naturally occurring affordable multi -family housing property in the community to target investment in trees and green infrastructure to address existing inequities. • Started updating source maps and data for the green infrastructure prioritization maps based on the new 2020 census data and other emerging data sources. • Began planning for the environmental justice forum set for May 2022. Community Outreach • Explored partnership opportunities with local schools, ultimately deciding to recommend that Council update the city code and commission bylaws to allow the addition of a second student member to the Environmental Commission. • Hosted an educational workshop on planting for pollinators. • Promoted numerous educational opportunities in cooperation with the Golden Valley Garden Club. Natural Resources Management Supported habitat restoration in the Briarwood Nature Area in 2021-22, made possible by a grant from the Minnesota DNR. Helped guide the development of pollinator habitat on two remnant City parcels along the Douglas Drive corridor. Transportation Explored ways to reduce vehicle usage and expand transportation options in the City and how to incorporate the information into the City website. Water Resources • Researched and recommended participation in a rain barrel cost share program for residents. A total of 72 rain barrels are being purchased and installed throughout the community. • Contributed to the scoping of a request for proposals for a neighborhood -level flood study for the community. • Met jointly with the Open Space and Recreation Commission to provide input and feedback on the design of two large stormwater projects (Medley Park and SEA School-Wildwood Park) Resources Discussed and explored the resources available and needed to implement the City's environmental goals, initiatives, plans, programs, and projects and how that might shape the Commission's annual work plans. Golden Valley Environmental Commission 2021 Annual Report 2022 Proposed Work Plan Needs New Text Nroposea worK plan priorities Tor zu« are Dasea on goals in the City's 2022 Pyramid of Success, 2040 Comprehensive Plan (including Resilience & Sustainability, Natural Resources, Water Resources, Transportation), Equity Plan, Energy Action Plan, Pollinator Protection Resolution, Climate Emergency Declaration, GreenStep Cities Program, and City Council's 2022 legislative priorities. • Recycling and Organics o help develop a plan to increase participation rates for organics recycling, and opportunities for multi -family recycling including organics and onsite composting o seek opportunities to partner with non -profits and others to reduce styrofoam and single use plastics, bags, and containers (restaurants, stores, etc) in Hennepin County Energy Action Help guide and participate in implementing the City's Energy Action Plan, including: o monitoring and reporting on the progress of Xcel Energy's Partners In Energy community collaboration program o reducing the number of households experiencing energy cost burden by 15 households through identifying, communicating, and connecting people with programs offered by utility companies and others o increasing participation in energy efficiency programs for residents and businesses implementing and monitoring the new energy saver recognition program for businesses ■ extending the Residential Home Energy Squad program for another budget cycle ■ explore incentivizing businesses to participate in energy assessments and audits o exploring options for promoting, supporting, and developing clean, renewable energy and electric vehicles and charging infrastructure ■ hosting an EV show and tell event at City Hall in June 2022 ■ increasing EVs and expanding charging infrastructure in the community o supporting state and local efforts to update building codes or standards that advance energy performance in buildings o explore drafting a sustainable building policy for developments that receive city funding and resources GreenStep Cities / Climate Action Continue working on actions and metrics to address climate -related impacts, improve the environment, and reduce energy consumption and costs. o If awarded a MN GreenCorps Member in 2022-2023, work to complete GreenStep Cities actions related to Climate Action, Energy Action, and Environmental Justice o Look for ways to partner with Hennepin County to implement its Climate Action Plan, with a focus on planting trees and reducing urban heat island effect • Environmental Justice Continue to partner with the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission on joint projects, events, and forums through a subcommittee formed in 2020. Collaboration to include: Golden Valley Environmental Commission 2021 Annual Report o co -hosting the environmental justice forum set for May 19, 2022 o drafting an environmental justice resolution o updating the source maps and data for the green infrastructure prioritization maps to address existing inequities in the community o identifying a partner and sponsoring one green infrastructure project in a priority area o help implement the land acknowledgement action plan by co -hosting a community event for Indigenous community members and invite families through the school districts • Community Outreach Use the Commission's $3,500 budget toward one or more of the following efforts: o funding a joint project, event, or forum with the DEIC o sponsoring the new energy saver recognition program o review new city website for environmental content and clarity, better promote volunteer programs o explore and develop a partnership with local schools to deliver a student project, product, or service in the City • Water and Natural Resources o support habitat restoration in the Briarwood Nature Area in 2022 with DNR Grant funds; identify the next nature area for enhancement or restoration o continue promoting educational opportunities in cooperation with the Golden Valley Garden Club o study ways to mitigate the loss of infested ash trees due to the emerald ash borer pest, especially in areas with inequities in green infrastructure o explore ways to promote, improve, expand, and preserve remnant natural areas and open spaces in the City, especially with pollinator habitat o address human encroachment into nature areas o explore and understand water use in the community; look into conservation measures like a lawn watering ordinance • Transportation o review Luce Line Trail connection under Highway 169 to Plymouth and other substandard trail sections try of�,� golden alley l`� y Date: March 25, 2022 MEMORANDUM Physical Development Department 763-593-80301763-593-3988 (fax) To: Environmental Commission From: Ethan Kehrberg, Minnesota GreenCorps Member Eric Eckman, Environmental Resources Supervisor Subject: EV Charging Infrastructure opportunity Energy Management Solutions (EMS) in partnership with Carbon Solutions Group (CSG) is partnering with cities to install electric vehicle charging stations on city -owned properties in their communities. Recent partners of EMS and CSG include Plymouth, Chanhassen, New Brighton, Lakeville, and many other Minnesota cities that are currently working on agreements. They offer both Level 2 and DC Fast Chargers to install near parks, community centers, government buildings, or other gathering spaces with parking lots. Promoting and increasing the number of electric vehicles and chargers in the community is a goal identified in the City's Energy Action Plan and Resilience & Sustainability Plan. CSG promotes this opportunity as a zero -cost, zero -risk program to cities since CSG pays for purchase, installation, maintenance, electricity, upgrades, and other necessary infrastructure for the chargers. CSG provides the City with income through a monthly license fee for the parking spaces, and revenue sharing if utilization of the charger reaches a certain threshold. CSG also offers no cost electric vehicles to interested cities that seek to electrify their fleets, with an option to buy the vehicles after the 5-year lease period ends. The charging program generally lasts at least ten years with options to extend another five or ten years beyond that if interested. If the program is terminated, CSG removes the chargers and restores the area to its former condition. CSG is able to cover its costs with volume purchases, tax credits, and low -carbon fuel standard incentives that municipalities cannot access directly, and by charging small markups on electricity when drivers charge their EV at one of their stations. A schedule and a map of possible charger locations are attached to this memo. Staff is actively exploring this opportunity and is interested in the Commission's feedback. Please come to the meeting with any questions or comments you may have. Development Timeline License Agreement 2 - 8 ❑raft Design & Engineering 2-4 Utility Design 4 -16 Permitting 4 -16 Construction 4-8 Start to Completion 20 - 48 weeks qaq,c,OA Ave N I Fla Lr - - - - - - ,,2AqekqbV T - n VdJikr: Ave N Winnodu Av a N wl A veN 'j ClUebe Avq N J."nsvivainia Ayt M "P.�N Kelily D� N to"Imana Av.N z AV t 7 Kamp ahir e Aye N Fl­-WAw 0 j CIM01 WE or M 0--glas or N C) -ld Me`�, N JG sell I L -ac Or IN Ave Alta gkra S ,a Aoqlo, ? r j-4 A P1449 Val) Rd Nble-A-11Y Id L-A-1V C�IN A 11 Kyle jkve IN rl C.3 - ---- - Meadow Ln N HAW&. Au 30, T" Cri mc5 Ay VrM Av4 N :? 2 Z�Oh Ave N To 1tv N W3sIhtwm Ave dure Wi rth P hwy fi Upf- A.. z I PA Thom Ave, N Sherodzo A — Al N Ou ben Ave A- S Feld Ave N P­ A.. P9 CNower Aw a N -0 M or bra (D LE U, CD CD 0 PROGRAM/PROJECT UPDATES — March 2022 GREENCORPS UPDATE During the month of March, the member collected data for the GreenStep Cities program. Last week, he reported the 2021 numbers to renew Golden Valley's Step 5 status in the program. The member also worked with City staff to install new GreenStep Cities road signs around Golden Valley, promoting our participation in the program. On the side, the member has been in communication with other Minnesota cities to collect information about their electric vehicle charging plans as he and the environmental staff work to add more chargers throughout the city. He continues to check in on organics recycling progress at city facilities and is currently planning an electric vehicle event this summer behind City Hall. Additionally, he is working with communications to develop and launch the Golden Valley "Energy Hero" business recognition program, as well as an Earth Month campaign during the month of April to encourage residents to complete environmentally -responsible actions. Golden Valley staff recently submitted an application to the GreenCorps Program to host another member for the 2022-2023 service term. PLANNING COMMISSION — March 16. 2022 428 Sunnyridge Lane —A lot combination of two existing narrow lots (40 feet wide each) was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission (5-0) at its meeting on March 14. An older home currently straddles the two platted lots; it would be demolished and a new single home would be constructed to replace it. The recommendation included support for a variance from the platting standards that require 100 feet of width for a corner lot —the proposed lot is only 80 feet wide. Scheduled for the April 5 City Council meeting. Meadowbrook Elementary School —Hopkins Public Schools has requested Future Land Use and Zoning map amendments to reguide and rezone 5300 Glenwood Avenue (also known as the Boy Scout building) from Office to Institutional - Assembly in order to utilize it for special education and virtual programming. In addition, they have proposed a PUD amendment to expand the boundary of the existing PUD and incorporate this property into the campus. This would allow for enhancements to the new circulation route for student drop-offs and pick-ups and would include stormwater treatment, lighting, and landscaping improvements. Excess rights -of -way from MnDOT, Hennepin County, and the City along Highway 100 and Glenwood Avenue would be included in the new plat. The Planning Commission recommended approval (6-0) with some suggested modifications to the draft conditions. Scheduled for the April 5 City Council meeting. Central Park West —An amendment to the current PUD was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission (5-0-1) on March 14 that would allow a small new outlot to be created for the existing MCES lift station. The lift station sits adjacent to the municipal border on the lot where 20 West End is anticipated to be constructed in the next few years. No physical changes are planned as a result of this action. The City of St. Louis Park approved the corresponding plat in late February. Scheduled for the April 5 City Council meeting. CITY COUNCIL Outdoor Services Areas —Zoning Text Amendments to create the option to conduct outdoor dining or retail sales on a temporary basis in Residential, Commercial, and Mixed Use zoning districts. The Council voted (5-0) on March 15 to approve a process for reviewing and approving Outdoor Service Area Permits. Staff will work to develop the application in time for the summer of 2022. Screening and Outdoor Storage —Zoning Text Amendments to modify some aspects of the City's requirements around the screening of rooftop mechanical equipment, to provide additional clarity around the use of commercial parking lots for the storage of personal vehicles and equipment, and to strengthen regulations for outdoor storage lots. The Council approved the new language (5-0) on March 15. The Artessa— Following Metropolitan Council approval of the land use change, the Council voted (4-1) on March 15 to approve a zoning change from Parks and Natural Areas to High Density Residential and a preliminary plat to create a 2.35 acre parcel at the south end of the Golden Valley Country Club driving range. A five -story, 78-unit, senior cooperative building with 9 affordable units (at 80% AMI) is planned. HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 2022 City Property Inventory —On the heels of the Public Land Disposition work done in 2021, staff presented to the HRA a list of properties the City owns or has controlling interest in, along with a recommendation to bring five of them forward for exploration as affordable housing in 2022. The HRA decided to advance four of those properties while waiting to look at 300 Turners Crossroad more closely before taking action. This list will next be shared with the City Council.