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4\\ <br /> Elk\, = F1k River cmvelMmmgnmrim <br /> River` <br /> Introduction <br /> In 2014, the City of Elk River undertook a land use,transportation, and utility planning effort on the <br /> 2,600-acre gravel mining area in north Elk River. With previous planning efforts, this area of the city was <br /> designated as "Development Reserve" but as completion of some of the gravel mining operations draws <br /> near,the City wanted to be proactive in setting a vision and associated land use,transportation and <br /> utility plan. The study area, shown in Figure 1, is situated in northern Elk River, between the northern <br /> city boundary and County State Aid Highway(CSAH 33) 33 and along US Highway 169. <br /> This plan seeks to address the following issues: <br /> • What is the timing of the cessation of mining operations? <br /> • What are the desired land uses for the area, post mining? <br /> • How can the City work with the mining companies to establish compatible reclamation plans? <br /> • What are the necessary right of way and road needs to adequately provide access to this area? <br /> • What are the options for sanitary sewer and water service to this area and general locations of <br /> this infrastructure? <br /> • How much development can be supported through an extension of the existing sanitary sewer <br /> and water systems, short-and long-term? <br /> • How will access and visibility be managed? <br /> • Are there ideal locations for regional stormwater management ponds or infiltration basins? <br /> • How can this area accommodate future park and trail needs? <br /> • How will neighboring incompatible land uses be protected? <br /> 4 <br />