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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/16/1992 Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYfON LEGAL BLANK CO., FORM NO 10148 Held M~rr.h 16, 1992 19 The regularly scheduled meeting of the Dublin City Council was called to order by Mayor Ian Rozanski at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 1992 and Mrs. King led the Pledge of Allegiance. Members of Council present for roll call were: Mr. Sutphen, Mr. Strip, Mr. Amorose, Mr. Campbell, Mr. Kranstuber, Mrs. King and Mayor Rozanski. Mr. Hansley, City Manager, and Mr. Stephen Smith, Law Director, were also present. Mr. Amorose moved to approve the minutes of the March 2, 1992 meeting. Mr. Sutphen seconded the motion. Vote on the minutes: Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, abstain; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes. Correspondence The Clerk announced that a notice was sent to Council from the Ohio Department of Liquor Control regarding a new D5 liquor permit application for a restaurant located at 6627 Dublin Center Drive. There were no objections to this permit. Comments from Visitors Bill Chambers, President of the Dublin Board of Education, addressed Council. He stated that he was speaking in his capacity as liaison for the school board with the City Council. He expressed his anger at not being consulted in regard to the recent Council decision eliminating the school district resident category for pool memberships and other Parks & Recreation programs. He added that the school board will have a statement in regard to this issue during next Monday night's meeting. He expressed concern about the impact of Council's action on the upcoming bond issue and levy. He stated that he believes this action has created more division between the east and west portions of the school district. He stated that the City cannot afford to do without the school district support anymore than the school district can operate without the support of the City. He concluded by saying that he will have to redouble his efforts to diffuse the anger which has resulted from Council's actions in regard to pool memberships. He asked that he be given the opportunity to provide input to Council on these types of issues in the future. Proclamation Mayor Rozanski presented a proclamation declaring March 21, 1992 as "D-Day" or Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day in the City of Dublin. Council Member Denise King, a board member of the Franklin County Regional Solid Waste Authority, accepted the proclamation. He asked that Mrs. King present copies of this proclamation to Ashland Chemical, host site, as well as to the Authority. Ordinance No. 01-92 - An Ordinance Providing Change of Zoning of a 46.369 Acre Tract on the East Side of Coffman Road Approximately Opposite Adventure Drive to be Rezoned fl'om: R-Rural District (PUD Zoning Lapsed) to: PUD, Planned Unit Development District. Third Reading. Mr. Foegler commented that the detention basin issue should be addressed at the time of final development plan for this rezoning application. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK CO., FORM NO 10145 Held March 16, 1992 19 Page 2 '" Mr. David Haid, applicant, had no further comments in regard to his application. Vote on the Ordinance - Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes. Ordinance 12-92 - An Ordinance Amending Cel1ain Sections of the "Compensation Plan" (Ordinance 17-90). Second Reading. Mr. Hansley and Ms. Grigsby stated that they had no further comments on the Ordinance at this time. There will be a third reading of the Ordinance at the April 6, 1992 Council meeting. Resolution No. 02-92 - A Resolution Authorizing Change of Ownership of the Cable Television Franchise Servicing the City of Dublin. First Reading. Mr. Amorose introduced the Resolution. ~,.;."".. Dana McDaniel provided a brief summary to Council on this Resolution. He stated that the Resolution is necessary because of a change of ownership of Warner Cable to the Time- Warner Entertainment Company - a merger between Time-Warner, the Toshiba Corporation, and C. Itoh & Company. This change of ownership will not affect the local operations of the cable franchise. Mayor Rozanski commented on the cable reception problems in the Council meeting room. Mr. McDaniel acknowledged that this unit is moved around frequently and sometimes not hooked up again properly. Mr. Sutphen reminded City staff that this unit belongs in the Council meeting room. He requested that staff members who use the equipment ensure that it is returned and hooked up again properly. Mayor Rozanski agreed, and added that staff members are welcome to use this meeting room, but that the equipment should be maintained in proper working order. There will be a second reading of this Resolution at the April 6, 1992 Council meeting. .......- Ordinance No. 13-92 - An Ordinance Amending Sections 929.05 and 929.06 of the Codified Ordinance Establishing the User Fees and Capacity Charges for the Water System. First Reading. .. Mr. Amorose introduced the Ordinance. Mr. Foegler commented that there have been a couple of minor modifications to the draft Ordinance previously submitted to Council. It basically incorporates the study done by Coopers & Lybrand on proposed water and sewer rates increases. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK co., FORM NO 1014tl Held M~rch 16, 1992 19 Page 3 h Mrs. King expressed concern about the $24 proposed quarterly surcharge for sewer and water and whether this would be an ongoing charge. She believes this would be burdensome for senior citizens as well as for young families in the area. She proposed that the rates be apportioned so that the quarterly charges are lower, and that new users be assessed 100 percent of the costs that they are adding to the system, instead of the 72 percent proposed in the report. Mr. Foegler responded that Bill Comely from Coopers & Lybrand could give Council the specific rationale for this. Some portion of the improvements also benefits existing users, which supports fair allocations of these costs to all users. Mrs. King commented that she still has concern with proposed increases for existing users, and does not accept the assumption that so great a portion of the new capacity is essential for existing users. Mr. Campbell stated that these assumptions are based upon the typical user of 1,100 cubic feet of water. To control these costs, a consumer could lower his usage of water. Mr. Foegler commented that there is no automatic fee as in Delaware County, where regardless of consumption you pay a fixed monthly fee. Mr. Kranstuber commented that he would prefer to see higher tap fees versus higher user fees. Mr. Strip stated that he would like to review the idea of phasing these rate increases in over time so that Dublin's rates would not suddenly be significantly higher than all other areas of Central Ohio. He moved that the report be referred to a committee of Council for further study, and that the Coopers & Lybrand summary be forwarded to the area building organizations and realtors for their input prior to the next readings of the Ordinances. Mr. Campbell commented that the existing users have long benefitted from water and sewer rates which have not increased since 1974. The City has borne the total cost of the development of the systems up until now; the proposed rate increases will allocate the increased costs among the municipality, the existing users and future users of the system, and the future developers in the community. He is in favor of phasing in the increases and in favor of disseminating information to various groups, but believes it is important to move forward with this legislation. Mr. Sutphen agreed that taxpayers have benefitted from low rates for nearly 20 years. He believes that water and sewer rates in Dublin are very low compared to other areas. He agrees with moving ahead on this legislation which would free up monies that could be used for other projects in Dublin. .. Mayor Rozanski stated that he supports the idea of asking a Council committee to examine this legislation, but requests that these ordinances remain on the agenda for a second reading at the next regularly scheduled Council meeting, and for a third reading at the following meeting. This will enable discussion and study to take place, while at the same time keeping the legislation moving. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK CO., FORM NO 1014fj Held March 16, 1992 19 Page 4 iit Mr. Strip commented that he was suggesting that a committee study the legislation for report back to Council. He did not intend to slow the process down. He also noted that the proposed tap fee increases concern him as how they would impact upon parties already in contract for future development. Mrs. King stated that she is supportive of the recommendations made by other Council members for further study, but does not want to delay the legislation. She also noted that the subsidies to the water and sewer funds currently being made by the City have limited its ability to do other projects or to provide additional services. It was the consensus of Council that the report be studied by the Public Service Committee of Council. A second reading of the Ordinance will take place at the April 6, 1992 Council meeting. Ordinance No. 14-92 - An Ordinance Amending Sections 925.02 and 925.03 of the Codified Ordinance Establishing the User Fees and Capacity Charges for the Sewer System. First Reading. Mr. Sutphen introduced the Ordinance. ~ Mayor Rozanski commented that this is a companion Ordinance to the water ordinance. Mr. Strip stated that his previous comments related to both the water and sewer legislation. A second reading of the Ordinance will take place at the April 6, 1992 Council meeting. Ordinance No. 15-92 - An Ordinance Amending the Annual Appropriations for Fiscal Year 1992, and Declaring an Emergency. First Reading. Mr. Amorose introduced the Ordinance. Ms. Grigsby commented that this Ordinance appropriates funds for major capital projects that were initiated prior to 1992. The amounts listed in the Ordinance are the amounts of the unencumbered balances at the end of 1991, and they must be appropriated for 1992. These were not included in the operating budget as they are capital projects. They will have no effect on the 1992 budget as these funds were encumbered in 1991. Mr. Amorose moved to waive the three-time reading rule and treat this as an emergency. Mrs. King seconded the motion. ., Vote on the Motion - Mr. Campbell, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Strip, yes. Vote on the Ordinance - Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK co., FORM NO 10148 Held March 16, 1992 19 Page 5 iI'IW......". ~ Ordinance No. 16-92 - An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance and Sale of Notes in Anticipation of the Issuance of Bonds for the Muirfield Drive Project and Declaring an Emergency. First Reading. Mrs. King introduced the Ordinance. Ms. Grigsby commented that this Ordinance gives authority to re-issue notes that mature in April of this year for the same project, at the same dollar amount requested last September. Mr. Strip moved to waive the three-time reading rule and treat as an emergency. Mr. Amorose seconded the motion. Vote on the Motion - Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, yes. Vote on the Ordinance - Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Strip, yes. """'- ... Ordinance No. 17-92 - An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance and Sale of Notes in Anticipation of the Issuance of Bonds for the Dublin Village Center Street Lighting Project and Declaring an Emergency. Mr. Amorose introduced the Ordinance. Mr. Strip moved to waive the three-time reading rule and treat as an emergency. Mr. Amorose seconded the motion. Vote on the Motion - Mr. Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Vote on the Ordinance - Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes. Ordinance No. 18-92 - An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance and Sale of Notes in Anticipation of the Issuance of Bonds for the Purpose of Providing Additional Facilities and Declaring an Emergency. First Reading. Mr. Sutphen introduced the Ordinance. '" Ms. Grigsby explained that this Ordinance relates to the previous costs associated with the Justice Center project. Mr. Strip moved to waive the three-time reading rule and treat as an emergency. Mr. Sutphen seconded the motion. Vote on the Motion - Mr. Amorose, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mr. Strip, yes. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK CO.. FORM NO 10148 Held March 16, 1992 19 Page 6 }.4 Vote on the Ordinance - Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes. Ordinance No. 19-92 - An Ordinance Pl'oviding for the Issuance and Sale of Notes in Anticipation of the Issuance of Bonds for the Purpose of Improving the Transportation System and Declaring an Emergency. First Reading. Mr. Strip introduced the Ordinance. Ms. Grigsby commented that this Ordinance relates to design costs for widening SR 161. It mirrors the ordinance approved by the voters in May of 1990 for transportation projects. Mr. Strip moved to waive the three-time reading rule and treat as an emergency. Mr. Sutphen seconded the motion. Vote on the Motion - Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes. ~.W"". Council members requested that the Ordinance somewhere state which project these funds are slated for, Le., the SR 161 widening project design costs. ~, Mr. Hansley will check with bond counsel on this request. Vote on the Ordinance - Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes, Mr. Amorose, yes. Other Finance Committee Recommendations for Distribution of Hotel/Motel Tax Funds Mr. Strip, Finance Committee Chairperson, reported that the demand for the hotel/motel tax funds has exceeded the availability. The Finance Committee met to review applications with most Council members in attendance. The following recommendations were made by the Committee: Arthritis Foundation Auto Show & Grand Prix $ 5,000 99,000 8,000 Dublin Arts Council Big Apple Circus ... City of Dublin Bridge St. Landscaping 10,000 City of Dublin Window Boxes/SR 161 Bridge 10,000 Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK CO I-ORM NO 1014U Held March 16, 1992 19 Page 7 Columbus Feis 6,000 * Dublin Hotels (request withdrawn) Dublin Irish Celebration 20,000 Dublin Kiwanis Riverfront Park 41 ,000 Dublin Women's Club Festival of the Arts 10,000 Dublin Youth Athletics 14-year old World Series 20,000 Dublin Historical Society Coffman House 5,000 Ohio Assn. Chiefs of Police (did not meet criteria) TeamColumbus national cycle even t 10,000 * City will match funds raised by Columbus Feis, up to $6,000 To date, the total recommended awards are $245,000. There are requests for over $200,000 still pending. Together, these total over $400,000 - the amount of funds expected to be available this year. Mr. Strip noted that additional requests for hotel/motel tax funds may come in throughout the year. Mr. Strip explained that any organization wishing to "appeal" their award could address the Council at this time. Mayor Rozanski invited anyone present to come forward and speak regarding their request and recommended award. Charles Hicks, 56 S. Riverview Street, representing Columbus Feis provided Council with additional information on their organization's request for funds. He thanked Council for their past generous support of their group's activities, but asked why their group alone was being required to solicit matching funds. Mr. Strip responded that Council wishes to encourage the Feis to obtain sponsorship from organizations other than the City of Dublin. He added that other groups have been asked to obtain matching funds in previous years. Mr. Hicks commented that their group brings in 500 dancers from the United States and Canada. Last year they filled 190 rooms at Stouffer's alone; the year before, they filled the Marriott. He added that they will have to cut expenses and that the timing is poor. The only donations they have received in the past is from program advertising. The group will instead ask those advertisers for an outright donation. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK CO FORM NO 10148 Held March 16, 1992 19 Page 8 Mr. Strip responded that Council will take this appeal under advisement and will notify the applicant within two weeks of their decision. Mr. Hicks noted that their group generally fills approximately 250-300 rooms during the Feis. He stated that the Feis was awarded $15,500 last year by Council. Without funding, they will have to eliminate the Irish crystal awards, the program, and equipment repairs. The rental of the high school at approximately $1750 is a large expense; facilities are available in Columbus free of charge. The Feis raises approximately 5-10 percent of their annual budget. The rest of their revenues come from admissions and funding provided by the City. Mr. Strip reaffirmed that the Finance Committee will again review their application. He added that this organization raises the least amount of its own funding of any group, and thus are encouraged to do more fundraising. Mark Jones, Planning Division, asked about the status of the request from the Old Dublin Association. Mr. Strip responded that due to the size of the request, the need for additional information, and the lateness of the application, this was still under review. Mr. Strip moved that with the exception of the Feis award, the recommendations of the Finance Committee for hotel/motel tax funds distribution be adopted by Council. Mr. Campbell seconded the motion. Mrs. King moved to amend the motion to state that the Columbus Feis would, in any case, be awarded the previously recommended $6,000, contingent upon matching funds, should the Finance Committee not recommend any additional award for the Feis. Vote on the Motion as amended - Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Strip, yes. Mayor Rozanski requested that the Finance Committee meet again to review the Columbus Feis request and have a recommendation at the next Council meeting. Concept Plan for Tuller Ridge Multi-Family Development Ms. Barbara Clarke directed Council's attention to a reference board detailing the existing zoning pattern in the Tuller Ridge area, ancl gave a brief presentation on this concept plan. The concept plan was reviewed by Planning & Zoning Commission on February 12, 1992. The applicant had requested a combined application - concept and preliminary plan - but the Commission believed it appropriate to consider this as a concept plan only. A concept plan is a non-binding vote of both the Planning Commission and Council which gives guidance to the applicant and staff as to the appropriate land uses. This is a general review of the land use, the layout, and the overall density. The issue is whether this land use is appropriate. She presented aerial slides of the site and described the zoning of the surrounding properties. The proposal is to rezone 38.9 acres from CC, Community Commercial to PUD, Planned Unit Development District. The application is for an apartment project, Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK CU.. I-OKM NO 1U141=1 Held March 16, 1992 19 Page 9 .... consisting of a number of l6-unit, two-story residential buildings. The overall proposal calls for 460 apartments. The property lies on a portion of what used to be the Bash Golf Course. The last time this property was reviewed in Council was under a proposal by Milleo Development where a sidewalk waiver was requested as part of an office and warehouse area. At that time, an exemption was given with regard to sidewalk installation with the stipulation that a bike path be installed on the north and east sides of the street. The proposal meets the criteria established in the Community Plan for a multi-family site. It is located in an activity area, water and sewer are available to the site, and it is close to the arterial system. Staff does believe that this development creates an isolated, unrelated district. Thus, if Council agrees that multi-family is an appropriate land use, the staff would like to undertake additional planning work to see what other areas would be viable as a multi-family use to make this work as an overall planned area. 1'f!""''''''I Planning Commission reviewed this application during a special meeting in February. They did note approval of the concept plan with a condition that the applicant commit to work with staff on further implications of this development for the area. Up until this time, the entire quadrant has been viewed as a commercial site; with a change to residential, the sidewalk waiver must be reconsidered. Staff believes this is an appropriate site for multi-family housing; however, as currently configured, additional work by City staff would be necessary to put this within the framework of a larger plan for the quadrant. In lieu of formal parkland dedication, the applicant is requesting to use a private open space instead for public use. This has been informally endorsed by the Parks & Recreation Committee. Staff is recommending the land use; the Parks & Recreation Committee are recommending in concept the use of private open space. The Planning Commission voted unanimously, six members present, to endorse this in terms of concept. Staff cautions that adequate planning has not been done for the quadrant, and planning must be completed prior to the rezoning application for this property. Mr. Donald Kenney. 6099 Frantz Road. applicant gave a presentation to Council on this concept plan. He stated the following: 1. Briefly described this area which was originally developed by Milleo and is currently owned by BancOhio. The entire area is an activity center area, extending from Sawmill Road to Riverside Drive, and is so designated in the Community Plan. Included in this activity area is a mixed use of commercial, office, and multi-family zoning. The applicant is seeking to place a mixed use, or multi-family zoning on the site. i!I'f!"..; "' 2. There is a real need for this type of unit in Dublin. The proposal calls for one and two-bedroom ranch style apartments designed for newly married couples as well as retirees. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK co., F-ORM NO 10148 Held March 16, 1992 19 Page 10 fI'I'I'c"".''"l 1>+ 3. Applicant is working with the adjacent Data Base property owners to meet their requests for setbacks, mounding, and moving a driveway. The applicant is unable to fulfill Data Base's request to extend the road to Holiday Chevrolet. 4. The units will be brick and aluminum, similar to those being built at Wilcox Road area. They will be upscale units with moderate rental rates of $400 to $550. 5. P&Z and staff recommended that the offices for the multi-family development be located on Tuller Road. The applicant has agreed and has made the appropriate revisions to the concept plan. With this change, the proposed density has been reduced. 6. Site design allows for 14.6 acres of open space; the Code requirement is 9.7. The applicant has committed to building a bike path, a lake area, and generous setbacks. 7. Applicant believes a mixed use is appropriate for this area. There is no need for additional warehouse space or car dealers, but there is a need for this type of residential unit in Dublin. In response to Mayor Rozanski's question, Mr. Kenney stated that there will be a total of 416 units with a proposed density of 11.5 per acre. There are 25,200 square feet of office space in the proposal. Discussion followed, led by Mrs. King, about the number of units being developed in the Tuttle Crossing area at the present time, and whether there is a need for more of this type of housing in the Dublin area. Mr. Kenney responded that there are 252 units in the Dublin portion of the Tuttle Crossing development area and 100 units in the Columbus portion. There are 6.8 units per acre in the Dublin portion. He added that the Tuller Ridge location would be very desirable because of the easy access to shopping. In response to Mr. Strip's question regarding the need for this type of housing, Mr. Kenney commented that 95 to 97 percent of apartment units in northwest Columbus are occupied. Mr. Strip asked the applicant to explain how this development will benefit the city. Mr. Kenney stated that his development will provide a better tax base for the City than would an office warehouse complex. He has studies to support this which he will share with Council. Mayor Rozanski took issue with the statement that the tax base would be enhanced by this development. The residents will pay Dublin tax only if they work in Dublin. Mr. Kenney again emphasized that there is a real need for these units, especially for those who work in Dublin and are not able to find affordable housing here. Mr. Sutphen commented that it is important to maintain the commercial tax base in the City of Dublin. This area has already been zoned commercially and should be maintained that way. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK CO., I-ORM NU. 1014t:l Held March 16, 1992 19 Page 11 p~ ~c Mayor Rozanski stated that his concern with any development is the lack of adequate roads for the traffic at the present time. Mrs. King agreed that there is a need for rental housing for office workers, young people, and the retired population in Dublin, but stated that Council has approved several developments during the past few years which meet this need. She also commented that the Dublin residents have expectations in their City for a well-planned, attractive, well- developed community. She added that Council is committed to providing a balance between commercial and residential development in the City. Mr. Amorose abstained from comment because of a business involvement with the applicant on other projects in the City of Dublin. Mr. Campbell asked that Council give serious consideration to the following: 1. Staff is recommending thorough consideration. 2. P&Z Commission, by a vote of 6-0, endorsed this plan. 3. There are no adjacent residential developments impacted by this multi-family use. 4. The previous commercial development plan did not work. 5. The Dublin Village Center area would benefit from increased shopping traffic. He believes that Council's posture is inconsistent with the P&Z Commission, Parks & Recreation Committee, and staff recommendations. Mayor Rozanski asked Mr. Kenney to affirm his earlier offer to submit a plan for the area bounded by 161, Tuller Road, Sawmill Road, and Riverside Drive. Mr. Kenney agreed to submit a plan and work with staff on modifications; in fact, Mr. Kenney had offered to bring a study for presentation tonight, but with staff changes in the Planning Division it was not feasible. Mr. Kranstuber stated that he believes the City should be recommending the plan, not the developer. Mayor Rozanski responded that the developer is willing to take the initiative to work with staff to make sure that his concept plan fits in with the entire area plan. The process can be speeded up with assistance from the developer. Mr. Kranstuber stated that the plan must reflect policies from both experts and from policy setters, and should be initiated by the City. Mr. Kenney stated that he has spent a lot of time and money in seeking approval for his concept plan. He is requesting Council's decision tonight on the plan. Mr. Kranstuber commented that he believes there is a need for affordable housing in Dublin; that he likes the mixed use adjacent to the shopping center. But he is disturbed with the conversion of productive commercial land to multi-family use. He believes that this would be an isolated residential district. Those who purchased land in this area did so with the assumption that this property would remain commercially zoned; to change the zoning would require some very valid reasons. He compared the proposed development to the Schottenstein development which had included 680 apartments. The Schottenstein development had many amenities, including quality retail development, single-family homes, Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK CO., FORM No 1014e Held March 16, 1992 19 Page 12 a road network, and storm sewers. The concept plan currently being discussed has no such amenities to offer in what was previously a commercial district. Regarding the roadway to the east, Mr. Kenney has suggested the north side remain commercial and that the south side of the road (behind Wendy's) be integrated into this residential development. Mrs. King requested two weeks delay to allow more time for discussions with the neighbors regarding the concept plan. Mr. Kenney responded that staff and P&Z Commission members have had adequate time to review the plan and make recommendations to Council. He believes Council has an opportunity here to improve the area in question. Mayor Rozanski stated that Council must vote tonight to accept or reject P&Z Commission's recommendations. Ms. Clarke commented that on a concept plan, there are three options: (1) approve it; (2) approve with modifications; or (3) disapprove it. .-.'''"'''t Mr. Smith stated that this is only a concept vote. With a tie vote, the applicant will have no clear direction from Council; the applicant is seeking direction from Council tonight as to how to proceed, based upon a positive response. Mr. Kenney responded that a 3-3 vote would be very disappointing and would give him a fairly clear message. Mayor Rozanski asked if there were citizens in attendance who would like to comment. Herb Bash. adjacent property owner, stated that he believes the P&Z Commission did not totally endorse the plan in spite of their 6-0 vote. He believes the commercial zoning is most suitable for the property. In the current economic downturn, commercial property is not in demand. But there will be a time when the demand for commercial property will return . Randy Roth. 6987 Grandee Cliffs Drive, president of the East Dublin Civic Association, commented that the association had voted unanimously at a recent meeting to support the existing zoning and the plan it reflects. They believe this is a good location for an office park or a corporate park, especially once the new bridge north of I-270 is built and the Tuller Road improvements are made. They believe that the east side of Dublin needs a good office park to provide a good mix, just as the south side needs quality residential development. The ratio of multi-family units to single-family units in East Dublin, as presently planned, will be approximately 1.3 to 1.4 to one single-family unit. The rest of Dublin is 1 multi-family unit to 2 single-family units. The proposed development would create more of an unbalance in these ratios. The Association supports the existing plan for the area. John Ferrara. 7653 Tamarisk Court, stated that the overwhelming concern of the East Dublin Civic Association is with the creation of an isolated group of people who not be a part of the community. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK co 1-0RM NO 10148 Held March 16, 1992 19 Page 13 Ii> Dave Thomas. adjacent property owner, stated that he has concerns with the proposed density of the concept plan at 11 plus units per acre. He is supportive of the commercial zoning for the property and opposed to residential units. Chuck Warner, property owner in the area, commented that he is opposed to residential development in this area. The area has been designated as commercial property in the master plan for as long as he can remember; he is part of the Shamrock Square development and has worked with staff for years in trying to maintain the master plan as was presented to property owners in the area. He has worked in commercial real estate for 41 years. Mr. Kenney reminded all present that this area is an activity area which calls for multi-use development. At Mayor Rozanski's request, Ms. Clarke explained that regarding multi-family development, the Plan stated: "Multi-family housing should be allowed only in designated areas within activity centers." One of these designated activity centers was in the center of this area. The following criteria should be used to determine the location and amount of this type of housing: (1) proximity to arterial roads where additional traffic will not create unacceptable levels of service; (2) physical compatibility with adjacent uses in scale, design, intensity, etc. and site design should emphasize pedestrian access to adjacent goods and services; (3) high quality site design; (4) isolated or substantially buffered from nearby low density residential housing; (5) located in activity center and served by public water and sewer; (6) demonstrated market need for this type of housing; (7) only a small percentage of the total housing stock being of this type; (8) minimum of 30 percent of the site to be maintained as open space, natural or landscaped areas, not to include parking, walkways, etc.; and (9) close to services, stores, medical facilities, etc. These are the criteria to be used to establish new multi-family sites. Staff feels that they must look at the entire area and not just the 38.9 acres being reviewed tonight. Staff would like to see some residential enhancements in other parts of the area in conjunction with this proposal. Cathy Boring. 8227 Glencree Place, asked when these activity areas were designated. Ms. Clarke responded that in December, 1988, the Community Plan was adopted outlining these activity areas. Mr. Strip moved to reject the recommendations of the P&Z Commission for this concept plan. Mr. Kranstuber seconded the motion. Vote on the Motion - Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mayor Rozanski, no; Mr. Amorose, abstain; Mr. Strip, yes. Amendment to the Cramer Creek Sanitary Sewer Extension Agreement Mr. Foegler stated that this amendment had been discussed with Council during budget sessions and staff recommends adoption by Council. Mr. Amorose moved that Council adopt the amendment to the Cramer Creek Sewer Extension Agreement. Mr. Sutphen seconded the motion. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK CO., FORM NO 1014B Held March 16, 1992 19 Page 14 Vote on the Motion - Mr. Strip, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes. Council Committee Reports Mr. Sutphen announced that the Public Service Committee will be meeting in Council Chambers at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17. The agenda includes: discussion regarding new aerial picture of the city; update of sewer infiltration; update on bike path funding from outside sources and/or what's new in bikepaths in 1992; update on Tuller Road timeline; discussion of maintenance for Muirfield guardrails; discussion of removal of bags at traffic light at 745 and 161; and comments from department heads. Mr. Campbell reminded Council members about the joint meeting of Council and P&Z Commission on Monday, March 23 at 7:30 p.m. A brief agenda is being prepared, and he requested that Council members contact him if they have suggestions. Comments from Staff Mr. Hansley stated that he would like to recognize Steve Mack, Assistant City Engineer, who has accepted a new position with the State of Ohio. He also commented that the action plan for the Community Center will be forwarded to Council by the end of the week. Ms. Grigsby announced that she has received another hotel/motel tax application from Hayden Events, Inc. for an Arbor Day lOK run. She will see that copies are given to each Council member. Also added that she has given each Council member a new W-4 form if they would like to change withholdings in light of the March 1 tax table changes. Ms. Jordan announced that a new Parks & Recreation program brochure has been given to each Council member. This brochure was completely produced in-house at a substantial cost savings to the City. She thanked Council members for their participation in the St. Patrick's Day Parade and Susie Kranstuber for her assistance on parade day. Ms. Puskarcik thanked all of Council and City staff members for their support in the St. Patrick's weekend events. She commented that this is Dublin News reporter Jennifer Williams last Council meeting, as she is leaving to take a new position with Bank One. She thanked Jennifer for all of her assistance and support. Lt. Rob Geis announced that he will submit two ordinances to Council for the next meeting which relate to regulation of traffic for the June Muirfield Tournament and for the August U.S. Amateur Championships. Also requested additional volunteers for "D-Day". Council Roundtable Mr. Kranstuber commented that he is meeting tomorrow with the Business Advisory Commission of the school board in regard to setting up a Youth in Government program with the schools. This is a program designed for high school seniors which has been very successful in Upper Arlington. He will be working with the schools and with Sandra Puskarcik on possible implementation of a similar program in Dublin. Also added that he appreciates the fine work done by reporter Jennifer Williams in her news coverage of the City of Dublin. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK CO.. rORM NO. 1014~ Held M"Trh 1 fi, 1997 19 Page 15 ,.,.e" ..", :\1" Mr. Strip wishes Steve Mack the best of luck in his new position. Also congratulated Jennifer Williams on her new position. Mr. Amorose thanked staff for a wonderful St. Patrick's weekend celebration. Commented that this is a very positive series of events for the visitors to the City, as well as for the residents. Mr. Sutphen added his thanks for the fine job done by the entire staff for the St. Patrick's weekend events. He said that he will miss Jennifer Williams and wished her luck. Mrs. King congratulated Jennifer Williams on her new position. She added that Jennifer has consistently demonstrated a professional, yet sensitive approach in her news reporting. She also congratulated Steve Mack on his new position with the State of Ohio. She commented that it is important for Council to get on with the complex and tough issues facing the community in the future. She brought up the issue the Braeburn residents have with the variance at the Muirfield Shopping Center for the Montessori School. What kind of assurances can be given to residents that these types of changes will not be permitted? Mr. Foegler commented that the development text for the Muirfield Shopping Center guides what types of uses are permitted in that location. The adjacent property owners were given the opportunity to provide input at public hearings on this change. Staff is looking into commitments previously made on screening to ensure that they are being met. Mr. Campbell stated that the Planning Commission took into consideration the interests of both groups affected by this change. He also added that plans are always subject to change at a later date through the processes in place in the City. Ms. Clarke commented that this site is zoned commercial. With the approval of the Planning Commission, the back buildings could possibly have a retail use in the future. Mrs. King stated that she will work with Ms. Clarke on these issues. Mrs. King requested that the Parks & Recreation Committee have access to the Parks plans for developments prior to the meeting where the plans will be discussed. This will help to make their input more valid if they can examine the plans ahead of the meeting time. Ms. Jordan responded that this has been discussed with the Chairperson of the Committee and she will see that they receive the plans prior to meetings. Mrs. King added that the new brochure from Parks & Recreation is very attractive. She was pleased with the variety of programs presented and the number of entrepreneurs who provide programs through our Parks Department. Ms. Jordan responded that it has been the policy of the department to seek professionals from the various fields to present the programs. This enhances the variety and the quality of programs provided. Mrs. King also commented that she would support Mr. Kranstuber's suggestion for a youth in government program. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK CO., FORM NO. 1014tj Held ~ar('h 16, 1992 19 Page 16 fJW'''''''''''' ,. Mr. Campbell thanked Jennifer Williams and Steve Mack and wished them well in their new endeavors. He thanked all of the staff for their hard work on the parade. He commented that Council members try to do the best job for the people who have elected them to office. This was a major factor in recent decisions made by Council for which members were chastised earlier this evening. Council members are doing what they believe is the right thing to do for the citizens they represent. Mayor Rozanski added his thanks for the St. Patrick's weekend celebration which was so successful, and especially to Susie Kranstuber for her assistance. He wished everyone a Happy St. Patrick's Day tomorrow. Mr. Hansley commented that the recent Town Meeting sponsored by the City had a very good turnout of about 80 people. He would like to get some direction from Council regarding the format and frequency of future programs. Mr. Amorose moved to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss personnel issues and legal matters. Mr. Sutphen seconded the motion. Vote on the Motion to Adjourn - Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Strip, yes. Mayor Rozanski announced that the meeting will not be reconvened following the Executive Session. The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 p.m. ~(!. ~ Clerk of Council ~,-."'1 ih