July 22, 2010
MINUTES
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT Robin Green Mike Fisher John Todd Wallace Wyeth Adrian Greene COMMISSION MEMEBERS ABSENT Craig Johnson Julie Kierre
OTHER STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT Jim Narey, Planning Director JaNan Davis, City Attorney Lawren Fason, Project Coordinator
OTHER STAFF MEMBERS ABSENT Mizan Rahman, City Engineer Dwight Pattison, Planning Consultant Chairman Todd called the regular meeting of the Maumelle Planning Commission to order at 6:31 pm.
ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Jim Narey announced the City had just completed an MS-4 audit with ADEQ and the results would be announced in three to six months.
APPROVAL OF MINUITES FOR June 24, 2010 Chairman Todd asked for comments and/or changes to the minutes as submitted.
MOTION: Commissioner Wyeth made a motion to approve the minutes as submitted. Commissioner Green seconded the motion and the motion passed unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENT Chairman Todd opened public comment at 6:33pm.
OLD BUSINESS There was no old business.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Narey stated the variance request regarding centerline radii for horizontal curves was from Section 70-132 (7) for Osage Terrace Addition. Mr. Narey stated the curve was south of Lot 54 marked C-3. Davis Jones, Marlar Engineering, stated that the lot in question was surrounded by very difficult terrain to build on. Mr. Jones stated the curb and gutter and all utilities are in place and the owner would have to move all to meet the requirement. Mr. Jones stated all other streets within the development were in compliance with City code.Mr. Narey stated the City code minimum was 300 feet, curve C-3 is currently at 138 feet. Chairman Todd asked if the City Engineer had any comments. Mr. Narey stated there were none to his knowledge. MOTION: Commissioner Fisher made the motion to approve variance regarding Section 70-132 (7) regarding centerline radii for horizontal curves, contingent upon satisfaction of all Staff and Commissioner comments. Commissioner Green seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously.
Mr. Narey stated the 65 acre development would require a few road name changes for 911 purposes. Mr. Narey stated Seneca Cove would be changed to Cheyenne Cove, Manitou Point and Manitou Court would be changed to a different name yet to be decided. Mr. Narey stated that Staff recommended for approval contingent upon satisfaction of Staff and any Commissioner comments. Mr. Jones stated he would comply with all Staff comments.Darrell Lee Patrick, 8 Mountain Ridge Cove, stated that he understood the green space behind his home would remain green space and asked if this development would effect that green space. Chairman Todd stated the plat had remained the same as the original from 2002, the only change was the redistribution of lots within the development. Mr. Jones stated the development had been reduced by three lots. Denny Jones, 13 Mountain Ridge Cove, asked if anyone knew of any changes to the green space behind his home. Chairman Todd stated he was not aware of any changes however that was another development that was not complete. Chairman Todd stated if any changes were made there would be public notice and the developer would be required to appear before the Planning Commission to request approval. Madam City Attorney Davis presented a letter to the Commission from Hankins Law Firm regarding property owned by Maumelle Water Management. Madam City attorney stated the property ownership is being worked out between Maumelle Water Management and West Maumelle Limited Partnership and should be included as part of the preliminary plat and preliminary development plan comments. Mr. Jones stated they met in April and the paperwork will be complete before the construction plans will be submitted. MOTION: Commissioner Wyeth made a motion to approve the preliminary plat for Osage Terrace and Hills Addition contingent upon satisfaction of all Staff and Commissioner comments, and to include the property ownership exchange between Maumelle Water Management and West Maumelle Limited Partnership. Commissioner Green seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously.
Mr. Narey stated the only Staff comments were to change the road names as stated for the preliminary plat. Mr. Narey stated pending any further Commissioner comments, Staff would recommend for approval. Georgia Johnston, owner of Lot 43, stated she had spoken with Mr. Jones and he had agreed that the sidewalk improvements required would not be at the owner’s expense as the developer has agreed to take care of that. Mr. Jones stated they agreed to make all sidewalk improvements and replace any grass that might be damaged as well. MOTION: Commissioner Greene made a motion to recommend to the City Council approval of the Preliminary Development Plan for Osage Terrace and Hills Addition contingent upon satisfaction of all Staff and Commissioner comments, and to include the property ownership exchange between Maumelle Water Management and West Maumelle Limited Partnership. Commissioner Fisher seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously.
Chairman Todd stated he had asked several developers for any feedback and he had not heard anything. Commissioner Wyeth stated he was very satisfied with the amendment and felt confidant it was good for the City.
MOTION: Commissioner Fisher made a motion to recommend to the City Council approval of ordinance amendment to Sec. 70, Subdivision Regulations, regarding the procedures for acceptance of subdivision improvements for maintenance by the City of Maumelle. Specifically Sections to include: Sec. 70-71, Sec. 70-72, Sec. 70-74, Sec-70-102, Sec. 70-144, Sec. 70-145, Sec. 70-148, and Sec. 70-150 Commissioner Wyeth seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously.
MOTION: Commissioner Wyeth made a motion to close public hearing. PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED AT 6:55 pm.
LIASON REPORT July 6 Commissioner Wyeth gave a brief report to include the second reading of Ordinance 750, 751, and 752. Commissioner Wyeth reported ordinances 748 and 794 were passed, and the first reading of Ordinance 753. Commissioner Wyeth stated there was also discussion regarding a boat ramp at The Park on the River.
July 19- see City Council Minutes.
MOTION: Commissioner Wyeth made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Green seconded the motion and the motion passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m.
Approved:
_______________________________ Chairman John Todd August 26, 2010 |
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