MINUTES OF THE
TUESDAY, JANUARY 25, 2005
Mayor Bolender called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following Commissioners were present at roll call: Commissioner Dickmann, Commissioner Jackson, Commissioner Rolling, Commissioner Siira, Commissioner Foeckler, Mayor Bolender, Commissioner Kopplin, Commissioner Correll and Commissioner Peterson. Also present were Director of Community Development Douglas Seymour, Planner Jeff Fortin and Assistant Fire Chief George Krudop.
Commissioner Siira motioned to approve the minutes of the January 11, 2005 Plan Commission meeting. Commissioner Dickmann seconds. Roll call, all voted aye. Motion carries.
Report on Significant Common Council Actions
Mr. Jeff Fortin, Planner, updated the Commissioners on the actions that were taken at the January 18, 2005Common Council meeting.
No comments or concerns from the Commission.
Plan Review – Milo Thomas Car Wash
150 W. Rawson Avenue
Tax Key No. 734-9022
Mr. Jeff Fortin, Planner, explained to the Commission that the applicant was returning to the Commission from the December 14, 2004 meeting where the Plan Commission conceptually approved the site, building and landscaping plans for this project. It is the City Attorney’s opinion that the application for the Certified Survey Map as well as the site, building and landscaping plans can proceed so long as there is a condition on the Plan Commission approval stating that no building permits shall be issued until the final plat is recorded.
Commissioner Siira questioned if the landscaping should be added as a condition of the approval. Mayor Bolender agreed as did the Commission. Commissioner Kopplin pointed out that the City Forester; Rebecca Lane did approve the landscaping for this development.
Commissioner Dickmann inquired if the landscaping applied only to the car wash or the entire site. Mr. Jeff Fortin, Planner explained that the landscaping would apply to the entire site.
Commissioner Kopplin motioned that the Commission approve the site and building plans subject to the following conditions:
1. That the final Certified Survey Map is recorded prior to the issuance of building permits.
2. That the final lighting plan is approved by the Electrical Inspector.
3. That the applicant returns to the Plan Commission for review and approval of any on-site signs.
Commissioner Foeckler seconds. Roll call, all voted aye. Motion carried.
Certified Survey Map – Milo Thomas
150 W. Rawson Avenue
Tax Key No.: 734-9022
Mr. Jeff Fortin, Planner, explained to the Commission that the applicant was requesting approval of a certified survey map dividing the property at 150 W. Rawson Avenue into two (2) lots. Lots in the B-4, Highway Business require a minimum lot area of 30,000 square feet and 150 feet of lot width. Both of the lots being created by this CSM exceed this requirement.
Commissioner Jackson added that not only did the watermain loop need to be in before recording of the map but the development agreement would require a letter of credit. Mr. Milo Thomas stated that he was aware of that fact.
Mayor Bolender questioned Mr. Thomas if he understood everything that was being presented to him and if he had any questions about the requirements for approval. Mr. Thomas assured Mayor Bolender that he did understand all of the requirements.
Commissioner Kopplin stated she would not sign the papers for the easements until all requirements for the development agreement and letter of credit were taken care of. The easement could impact her property if she decided to sell. She assured him that an easement would be coming because she also wanted to see the corner developed.
Commissioner Peterson motioned that the Plan Commission recommend to the Common Council that the Certified Survey Map at 150 W. Rawson Avenue, be approved subject to the following conditions:
1. That any technical corrections be made prior to recording.
2. That a development agreement is entered into between the owner and the City to specify the responsibility for and the time of any public improvements.
3. That all public improvements, including the watermain loop, are installed to the satisfaction of the City of Oak Creek prior to recording of the map.
4. That a letter of credit be submitted as part of the development agreement.
Commissioner Rolling seconds. Roll call, all voted aye. Motion carried.
Plan Review – First Supply Milwaukee - Building Addition
7550 S. 6th Street
Tax Key No.: 782-9033
Mr. Jeff Fortin, Planner explained to the Commission that the applicant was requesting approval of a building addition for First Supply Milwaukee. The addition will be to the east of the existing building and will be 30,800 square feet and bring the total building size to 74,800 square feet. The materials and colors will match the existing building. The building addition meets all of the height, setback, and lot coverage requirements of the M-1, Manufacturing District.
Commissioner Dickmann commented that the existing building was far from the street and that he liked the improved paving on the site. He also stated you would not be able to see the addition on the building because it was set so far off of the road.
Commissioner Jackson questioned if the plan met the requirements for the fire protection. Assistant Fire Chief, George Krudop, confirmed that it did meet fire access requirements but he would like to see a change to condition two to reflect that an 8” watermain not be required unless necessary. After calculations are done it may be determined that a larger or smaller size is necessary. Mr. Joe Malucha, MSI General, stated that calculations are not complete at this time.
Commissioner Kopplin noted there was no future expansion available on this property. Mr. Malucha, MSI General, stated there would be expansion available on the northwest corner of the building. Commissioner Kopplin stated they should look at supplying an adequate watermain for any future development on the site.
Commissioner Kopplin motioned that the Plan Commission approve the site and building plans subject to the following conditions:
1. That the final grading plan be approved by the Engineering Department prior to the issuance of building permits.
2. That the applicant installs and adequate watermain per Fire Department requirements to service the building.
Commissioner Correll seconds. Roll call, all voted aye. Motion carried.
Special Exception Request – Reinhart Real Estate
9950 S. 27th Street
Tax Key No.: 927-9999-006
Mr. Jeff Fortin, Planner explained to the Commission that the applicant was requesting a Special Exception to the 27th Street development moratorium to allow for the division of the property at 9950 S. 27th Street into one lot and two outlots.
Commissioner Peterson questioned the expiration date of the moratorium. Mr. Doug Seymour, Director of Community Development stated the moratorium would expire on February 1, 2005. An ordinance would be presented to the Common Council at their February 1, 2005, Common Council meeting to extend the moratorium an additional ninety days.
Commissioner Dickmann questioned the hardship for this request. Mr. Doug Seymour, Director or Community Development, explained that Reinhart Foods was in the process of being sold to a company who would take ownership of the facility and what would be outlots 1 and 2. The remainder of the lot would remain under the control of Reinhart Real Estate Group and as a prerequisite to the sale the land division needs to take place. The land division is not for development purposes it is for the sale of the facility. There is nothing immediately proposed on the site and therefore no adverse impacts on the corridor plan as a result of the division.
Mayor Bolender questioned how the Commission could be assured that this was not for development. Mr. Doug Seymour, Director of Community Development explained that all site, building and landscaping plans need to be reviewed by the Plan Commission and any proposals would need to come before the City for approval.
Mr. Don Chapman, National Survey and Engineering, representing Reinhart Foods, stated there would be no problem with a restriction on development on lot 1 until such time as the moratorium is lifted.
Commissioner Foeckler commented that this proposal was different than the proposals that have been turned down in the past. This is not a proposal to build something but a proposal to complete a sale.
Commissioner Rolling questioned the compelling public interest for this request. Mr. Chapman stated it was the City’s desire to have Reinhart drive extended and terminated in a cul-de-sac.
Commissioner Siira questioned the purpose of outlot 2. Mr. Chapman explained it would facilitate a fueling facility for the main plant, and outlot 1 contains the detention basin. Mr. Doug Seymour, Director of Community Development explained the outlots would be combined with the facility which is on the adjacent parcel.
Commissioner Siira motioned that the Plan Commission recommend to the Common Council that a Special Exception Request for 9950 S. 27th Street to allow for the division of property into one lot and two outlots and that no development take place on lot one until the moratorium is lifted be approved.
Commissioner Dickmann seconds. Roll call, all voted aye. Motion carries.
Recommendation to Common Council – 27th Street Corridor Plan
Mr. Doug Seymour, Director of Community Development, explained to the Commission that at their last meeting they were presented with an overview plan for the 27th Street Corridor Plan as prepared by Schrieber Anderson and Associates. If the Plan Commission approves of the Plan in its current form the appropriate action would be to recommend that the Common Council adopt the 27th Street Corridor Plan.
Mayor Bolender advised all Commissioners to attend any CDA meetings where the sub areas would be discussed. Mr. Doug Seymour, Director of Community Development informed the Commission that there would be a presentation made to the Common Council on February 1, 2005. It will also be presented to the Commission this evening but they were welcome to attend any and all meetings regarding the 27th Street Corridor Plan.
Mayor Bolender stated this was one of the first and bigger of the different attempts at having business flow from Franklin into Oak Creek without interruption and without looking like Bluemound Road. He asked the Commission to attend the future meetings when they get into what is going to go in the area. This is a very important step in the City and he has worked very hard to begin the process and then turned it over the CDA who is doing a fine job from what they have been assigned to do. Alderman Foeckler and Alderman Jonas have put in a lot of time and hard work and can attest to the quality of what has been done here.
Commissioner Dickmann motioned that the Plan Commission acknowledge approvment of the 27th Street Corridor Plan and request that it be forwarded to the Common Council for their adoption.
Commissioner Rolling seconds. Roll call, all voted aye. Motion carries.
Plan Presentation – 27th Street Sub-Area Plan
Mr. Doug Seymour presented the sub-area plan for the 27th Street Corridor Plan.
Commissioners questioned how they would be able to stick to the plan. Commissioner Foeckler commented that the plan would allow for them to tell the developer that their project may not work in this area but would allow the City to direct them to an area of the corridor where it would fit into the plan. Mayor Bolender stated they will run development, development will not run them. This is a good plan and we will stick to the plan.
Commissioner Dickmann motioned to adjourn. Commissioner Foeckler seconds. Roll call, all voted aye. The meeting adjourned at 8:08p.m.