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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning & Zoning Commission Minutes 10-14-2009 � r ' ' , Planning and Zoning Commission � City of Cape Girardeau 401 Independence Street [�"h,�,��rh�������•n��•������l;o«.�«�r��<<�1��.� CapeGirardeau, Mo. 63703 '�" �` 573-339-6326 MEETING MINUTES October 14, 2009 Present: William Hinckley, Ralph C. Maxton, Raymond G. Buhs, Charles O. Haubold, Jr., Scott McClanahan, Harry E. Rediger, and Patricia Mothershead Absent: Scott M. Rhodes, and Trae Bertrand Staff Present: Ken Eftink, Sarah Wallace, and Richard S. Reinhardt, Jr. Call to Order. Chairman Hinckley called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Approval of Minutes. The minutes of the September 9, 2009, regular meeting were approved unanimously upon motion made by Charles Haubold and seconded by Scott McClanahan. �"�, Appearances on items not on the aqenda 1. Larry Haertling, of the Twin Lakes Homeowners Association addressed the Commission on the importance of improving Lampe Road. Mr. Haertling informed the Commission that there are six subdivisions that use Lampe Road and that this street is important to the development of the west end of Cape Girardeau. He added that he had spoken with Mark Phillips of Cape Special Road District who is also in favor of improving Lampe Road. Chairman Hinckley thanked Larry Haertling for his comments. Subdivision Plats 2. Brinkopf Subdivision, Record Plat (Ward 6). Richard Reinhardt informed the Commission that this is a minor subdivision where the property owner sold part of their lot without going through the subdivision process. This subdivision is now going through the proper process of subdividing the lot. Richard Reinhardt added that acceptable plats have been submitted and that staff recommends approval. Upon motion made by Harry Rediger and seconded by Charles Haubold, the motion to recommend approval passed unanimously. 3. Boulder Crest Estates, Record Plat (Ward 6). Richard Reinhardt informed the Commission that this subdivision is under new ownership and an additional lot has been added to what was previously approved. Richard Reinhardt added that acceptable plats have been submitted and that staff recommends approval. Upon motion made by Charlie Haubold and seconded by Harry Rediger, the motion to recommend approval � passed unanimously. . . Other Items and Communications 4. Status of Zoning Ordinance Update. Sarah Wallace informed the Commission that the � Development Code meeting had been moved to next Tuesday, October 20th at 3:00 p.m. at Public Works. Wallace informed the Commission that she is meeting with the City Attorney to discuss any comments on the update. Wallace also stated that she is working on the updated zoning map. Wallace added that the Comprehensive Plan Oversight Committee will be meeting on October 29th, at 3:30 p.m. at the public library. 5. Explanations of TTF-4 Projects. Kelly Green gave a presentation on TTF-4 projects. There were additional comments on the following projects: Bloomfield Road, Benton Hill to White Oaks. Harry Rediger received two letters addressing the safety on Bloomfield Road, near Benton Hill and White Oaks. These concerns addressed a death and numerous accidents, especially on rainy days. There was additional discussion on the possibility of participation from Cape Special Road District on this project. Harry Rediger suggested that Bloomfield Road improvements to Highway 74 could be a TTF-5 project, however not for TTF-4. There was discussion on the speed limit on Bloomfield Road and the possibility of putting a speed limit monitor at that location to get drivers to slow down. Harry Rediger also suggested that this project could be a priority in TTF-4. Lexinqton/Rte W/Kinqswav. Harry Rediger informed the Commission that the Transportation Advisory Committee rated this as one of the three top projects in the county and that there could be a possibility on additional cost sharing for this project. � Veterans Memorial Drive. Scenic to Hopper Rd. Harry Rediger informed the Commission that Veterans Memorial Drive from County Road 306 to the north property line for Midamerica hotels is currently being left out of the TTF-4 projects and is an alternate project. Rediger added that this project would depend on how Center Junction is developed. West End Boulevard, Southern Expresswav to Bloomfield. Harry Rediger asked staff to look at West End from Linden to Southern Expressway again. Rediger stated that there are really no developments on this section of street and that the TTF-4 money should be spent wisely. William St./Aquamsi St./Main St &William St. Corridor Desiqn. There was discussion on giving this area more of a park feel. Ken Eftink added that the City is swapping property with Burlington Northern Railroad and that the City now owns the building south of the Red House. Currently there are plans to demolish the building to the south of the Red House. . Kelly Green provided explanations for the alternate projects, stated that there is a safety buffer of$1,000,000 for improvements, and provided an overview of the projects. Harry Rediger added that Lampe Road was on the list but was removed due to other improvement projects. Rediger suggested that Lampe Road is added to the list of alternate projects and that it had potential for the future. � Larry Haertling of Twin Lakes thanked the Commission for their consideration of Lampe Road. . � � 6. Staff Time. Richard Reinhardt informed the Commission that the regular November meeting was scheduled for November 11, which is Veterans Day. The Commissioners agreed to reschedule the meeting for Thursday November 12tn Ken Eftink reminded the Commission on the Joint Planning and Zoning Meeting with Jackson on October 28th. Sarah Wallace informed the Commission that Jackson's proposed Comprehensive Plan is on their website. Ken Eftink informed the Commission that Kelly Green was nominated for an award with the Professional Woman's Group and suggested that anyone who is able to attend. Sarah Wallace updated the Commission that as a Preserve America Community and with the Preserve America grant, the City received the portion for wayfinding and banners. Wallace informed the Commission that this has been contracted out. 7. Adjournment. Upon motion made by Charles Haubold and seconded by Harry Rediger the meeting was adjourned unanimously. Respectfully submitted, �� � � -�- Raymond Buhs Secretary �