4.1. DRAFT MINUTES (2 SETS) 12-07-2015

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City Council Minutes Page 4 November 16, 2015 ----------------------------- The other option outlined was for an appraisal study to be completed by an outside firm to establish value for four different land classes. He stated this option is not preferred because of the cost, the need to update the appraisal every few years to verify fair valuation of land, and the time it adds to the development timeline. Councilmember Wagner stated she is in favor of having a cut and dry method of calculating park dedication so developers are aware of the process ahead of time. Attorney Beck explained the 10% park dedication rate has been challenged and the courts ruled the rate constitutional. He added higher percentages have not been challenged but he would be comfortable using the higher rates if other communities such as Lakeville and Burnsville have had success. Councilmember Westgaard indicated the appraisal study method is difficult to run scenarios with due to the variability. He added higher density housing has more impact on the park system and he likes Lakeville’s 12-17% based on density. Mayor Dietz questioned if this presentation has been made to the Parks and Recreation Commission. Mr. Hecker indicated it has not but it can be added to their December agenda. Mayor Dietz stated he is not convinced the park dedication revenue won’t decrease drastically by changing the calculation method. He noted other revenue sources will need to be identified to fund the Park Master Plan. He would like the Parks and Recreation Commission to receive the same presentation and provide recommendations. He favors a higher percentage for higher density residential. Councilmember Olsen suggested keeping the method as simple as possible. Mr. Carlton asked if there was a general consensus on which method the Council prefers. Consensus was for both the county assessed value and the appraisal study method to be left on the table until a final decision is made. This item will come back to the Council after the Parks and Recreation Commission has made their recommendations. 9.3 Cargill Discussion Ms. Othoudt presented her staff report and reviewed a brief PowerPoint. She explained Cargill’s two biggest concerns were employee safety crossing Highway 10 th at 165 Avenue and connecting to city services. She stated she would like to discuss purchasing the Cargill property, a possible land swap opportunity, and ordering appraisals to determine value of both properties. Mayor Dietz questioned if Cargill is open to both an outright land purchase or a land swap. Ms. Othoudt indicated they are. She added, depending on the property’s value, there may not be sufficient funds in the EDA Development Fund to purchase the property outright.