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M eeting L ocation: M unicipal Center 7100 147th Street West Apple Valley, M innesota 55124 May 24, 2018 C IT Y C O UN C IL REG ULA R MEET IN G T EN TAT IVE A G EN D A 7:00 P M 1.C all to Order and Pledge 2.Approve Agenda 3.Audience - 10 Minutes Total Time Limit - For Items N O T on this Agenda 4.Approve C onsent Agenda Items C onsent Agenda Items are considered routine and will be enacted with a single motion, without discussion, unless a councilmember or citizen requests to have any item separately considered. It will then be moved to the regular agenda f or consideration. A.Approve Minutes of May 10, 2018, Regular Meeting B.Receive Police Department 2017 Annual Report C .Proclaim "Music in Kelley Park" on J une 15, 22, 29; J uly 6, 13, 20, 27, and August 3, 10, 17, 2018 D.Adopt Resolution Appointing Representatives to LO G IS Board of Directors E.Adopt Resolution Approving 6-Ft. Setback Variance and Off-Premise Sign Variance at AmericInn and Old Chicago, Lot 1, Block 1, Apple Valley Commercial Addition F.Approve Proof of Parking Agreement with Wings Financial Credit Union G.Approve License Agreement with St. Paul Growers Association, Inc., for 2018 Apple Valley Farmers Market in Municipal Center Parking Lot H.Adopt Resolution Approving Governmental Lease Purchase Agreement for Mowers at Valleywood Golf Course I.Approve Agreement with Pro-Tec Design, Inc., for Hayes C ampus Security Camera System J .Approve Agreement with Ron Kassa Construction, Inc., for Project 2018-130, 2018 C oncrete Removal & Replacement Services K.Approve Personnel Report L.Approve Claims and Bills 5.Regular Agenda Items A.Adopt Resolution Proclaiming "52nd Annual Apple Valley Freedom Days C elebration" B.Approve Issuance of Temporary Event License in C onnection with Community Festival to Apple Valley American Legion on J une 29, 2018 C .Authorize Distribution of Draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update D.Accept Resignation of Telecommunications Advisory Committee Member Rollin Bible and Authorize Receipt of Applications through J une 29, 2018, to Fill Vacancy 6.Staff and C ouncil C ommunications 7.Approve C alendar of Upcoming Events 8.Adjourn Reminder: C ity Of f ices are closed Monday, May 28, 2018, in observance of Memorial Day Regular meetings are broadcast, live, on Charter Communications Cable Channel 180 and on the C ity's website at www.cityof applevalley.org I T E M: 4.A. C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Consent A genda Description: A pprove Minutes of May 10, 2018, Regular Meeting S taff Contact: P amela J . Gackstetter, City Clerk Department / Division: City Clerk’s Office AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Approve the minutes of the regular meeting of May 10, 2018. S UM M ARY: T he minutes from the last regular C ity C ouncil meeting are attached for your review and approval. B AC K G RO UND: State statute requires the creation and preservation of meeting minutes which document the official actions and proceedings of public governing bodies. B UD G E T I M PAC T: N/A AT TAC HM E NT S : Minutes CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota May 10, 2018 Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota, held May 10, 2018, at 7:00 o’clock p.m., at Apple Valley Municipal Center. PRESENT: Mayor Hamann-Roland; Councilmembers Bergman, Goodwin, Grendahl, and Hooppaw. ABSENT: None. City staff members present were: City Administrator Lawell, City Clerk Gackstetter, City Attorney Hills, City Engineer Anderson, Police Captain Bermel, Police Captain Francis, Assistant City Administrator Grawe, Human Resources Manager Haas, Finance Director Hedberg, City Planner Lovelace, Recreation Manager Muelken, Community Development Director Nordquist, Civil Engineer Omar, Police Chief Rechtzigel, and Planner/Econ. Dev. Specialist Sharpe. Mayor Hamann-Roland called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Everyone took part in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: of Hooppaw, seconded by Grendahl, approving the agenda for tonight’s meeting, as presented. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. AUDIENCE Mayor Hamann-Roland asked if anyone was present to address the Council, at this time, on any item not on this meeting’s agenda. Ms. Linda Dinan announced the annual Senior Showcase will be held at the Apple Valley Senior Center on May 17, 2018, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Mr. Randy Bailey announced Rick Anderson’s annual bike sale will be held at Superior Service Center in Apple Valley on May 12, 2018, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and all proceeds will benefit Kids ‘n Kinship and DARTS. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Hamann-Roland asked if the Council or anyone in the audience wished to pull any item from the consent agenda. There were no requests. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, approving all items on the consent agenda with no exceptions. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota May 10, 2018 Page 2 MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, approving the minutes of the regular meeting of April 26, 2018, as written. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, authorizing issuance of a 1 to 4 Day Temporary On-Sale Liquor License to Apple Valley American Legion, Post 1776, by Minnesota Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement Division, for use on July 4, 2018, outdoors at the American Legion, 14521 Granada Drive, as described in the City Clerk’s memo. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, approving issuance of a Temporary On-Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor License to Apple Valley American Legion, Post 1776, for use on June 30, 2018, outdoors at the American Legion, 14521 Granada Drive, as described in the City Clerk’s memo. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, accepting the Planning Commission finding that the disposition of City-owned property in Lakeville, located along the east side of Pilot Knob Road and just north of 179th Street W., is consistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, approving the Land Purchase Agreement with KJ Walk, Inc., for the sale of City-owned land in Lakeville, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, adopting Resolution No. 2018-57 directing the City Engineer to prepare plans and specifications for Project 2018-133, Cobblestone Manor (AL-P3) Stormwater Improvements for Alimagnet Lake. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, adopting Resolution No. 2018-58 directing the City Engineer to prepare plans and specifications for Project 2018-134, Sunset Pond (AL-P8) Stormwater Improvements for Alimagnet Lake. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, adopting Resolution No. 2018-59 approving plans and specifications for Project 2018-109, Lebanon Cemetery Boundary Fence, and authorizing advertising for receipt of bids, at 10:00 a.m., on May 31, 2018, via a posting on the City’s website and Quest Construction Data Network. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, adopting Resolution No. 2018-60 approving plans and specifications for Project 2018-110, Lebanon Cemetery Roadway and Infrastructure Improvements, and authorizing advertising for receipt of bids, at 10:00 a.m., on May 31, 2018, via a posting on the City’s website and Quest Construction Data Network. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota May 10, 2018 Page 3 MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, adopting Resolution No. 2018-61 awarding the agreement for Project 2018-103, 2018 Micro Surfacing, to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC, the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $281,155.49. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, approving the Agreement for Financial Consultant Services in connection with the Water Meter Replacement Project with Northland Securities, in an amount not to exceed $5,000.00, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, approving the Agreement for Project 2017- 174, 2017 Manhole Lining, with Innovative Egress Windows, Inc., d/b/a Innovative Foundation Supportworks, in the amount of $42,996.00, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, approving the Agreement for Project 2018- 137, 2018 Sump Catch Basin Cleaning, with Sewer Services, Inc., in the amount of $40,710.00, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, approving Change Order No. 2 to the agreement with A-Plus Roofing Company, with a deduction of $183.20; and accepting Rooftop Replacement at Apple Valley Education Building as complete and authorizing final payment in the amount of $22,341.80. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, approving the personnel actions as listed in the Personnel Report dated May 10, 2018. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0 - Abstain - 1 (Hamann- Roland). MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, to pay the claims and bills, check registers dated April 19, 2018, in the amount of $692,747.34, and April 25, 2018, in the amount of $681,238.28. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. END OF CONSENT AGENDA POPPY DAYS PROCLAMATION Ms. Hannah Cybart, representing the American Legion, Post 1776, Auxiliary Poppy Committee was present. She read the proclamation, proclaiming May 18-19, 2018, as “Poppy Days” and May 2018 as “Poppy Month”. MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Hooppaw, proclaiming May 18-19, 2018, as “Poppy Days” and May 2018 as “Poppy Month” and asking citizens to pay tribute to those who have died in war in the name of freedom. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota May 10, 2018 Page 4 The Mayor then presented the “Poppy Days” proclamation to Ms. Cybart. MEMORIAL DAY PROCLAMATION Mr. Lloyd Cybart, on behalf of American Legion, Post 1776, invited everyone to the Memorial Day ceremonies at 11:00 a.m. at the Apple Valley American Legion Memorial located behind the American Legion Post on Granada Avenue. He then read the proclamation proclaiming May 28, 2018, “Memorial Day”. MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Bergman, acknowledging the Federal Proclamation of May 28, 2018, as “Memorial Day” and asking citizens to remember those who were casualties and injured in the various wars and police actions of the United States. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. The Mayor then presented the “Memorial Day” proclamation to Mr. Cybart. 2018 SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL 653 Mr. Hedberg described Assessment Roll No. 653, totaling $153,360.69, for delinquent utility accounts. The assessment represents 488 utility billing accounts. At the time the agenda was prepared, the revised total following prepayments was $131,539.71. Prepayments continue to be received. He noted the hearing notice was published according to law and confirmed receipt of the Affidavit of Publication. No written objections have been received. Discussion followed. Mayor Hamann-Roland called the public hearing to order, at 7:21 p.m., on Special Assessment Roll No. 653. The Mayor asked for questions or comments from the Council and the audience. There were none and the hearing was declared closed at 7:22 p.m. MOTION: of Hooppaw, seconded by Grendahl, adopting Resolution No. 2018-62 approving and levying 2018 Special Assessment Roll No. 653, delinquent utility accounts, in the original amount of $153,360.69, minus any prepayments. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. SPRINGS AT COBBLESTONE LAKE Mr. Lovelace reviewed the request by Continental 432 Fund, LLC, for rezoning of Outlots L and M, Cobblestone Lake Commercial 3rd Addition, to PD-703/Zone 5; amendments to PD-703 to allow apartments as a permitted use in Zone 5 and establish area requirements and design standards within the zone; a preliminary plat that will combine Outlots L and M, Cobblestone Lake Commercial 3rd Addition, into one lot; and a site plan review/building permit authorization to allow for 13 apartment buildings, 1 clubhouse, and 11 detached garage buildings. Discussion followed. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota May 10, 2018 Page 5 Ms. Gwyn Wheeler, Development Director for Continental Properties, highlighted some of the special features and characteristics of this development. Discussion continued. MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Goodwin, passing Ordinance No. 1044 rezoning Outlot L, Cobblestone Lake Commercial 3rd Addition, from “PD-703/Zone 7” (Planned Development) to “PD-703/Zone 5” (Planned Development). Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Hooppaw, passing Ordinance No. 1045 rezoning Outlot M, Cobblestone Lake Commercial 3rd Addition, from “PD-703/Zone 8” (Planned Development) to “PD-703/Zone 5” (Planned Development). Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, directing staff to prepare an ordinance to codify uses, performance standards, and area requirements for Zone 5 of “PD-703”. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, adopting Resolution No. 2018-63 approving the preliminary plat of Springs at Cobblestone Lake, with conditions as recommended by the Planning Commission. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Hooppaw, adopting Resolution No. 2018-64 approving the site plan and authorizing issuance of a building permit to allow for construction of a 196-unit apartment project on Lot 1, Block 1, Springs at Cobblestone Lake, with conditions as recommended by the Planning Commission. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. APPOINT URBAN AFFAIRS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBER Ms. Gackstetter reviewed her memo regarding the Urban Affairs Advisory Committee vacancy. The Mayor called for nominations for the vacancy. Councilmember Grendahl nominated Linda Blake, Anthony Contino, Milo Holsten, Hue Nguyen, and Mason Smith. There being no further nominations, the Mayor declared the nominations closed. MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Hooppaw, accepting the five nominations for the Urban Affairs Advisory Committee and amending the previously adopted appointment process to reduce the number of candidates by selecting two fewer candidates than total names appearing on the ballot. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. The City Clerk prepared ballots and the City Attorney distributed them to the Council who were asked to each select three names. After selections were made, they were tallied and the City Clerk announced that three names remained. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota May 10, 2018 Page 6 MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Goodwin, amending the previous appointment process to reduce the number of candidates by selecting one less than the total number of names appearing on the ballot. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. The City Clerk prepared ballots and the City Attorney distributed them to the Council who were asked to each select two names. After selections were made, they were tallied and the City Clerk announced that three names still remained. The City Clerk prepared ballots and the City Attorney distributed them to the Council who were again asked to each select two names. After selections were made, they were tallied and the City Clerk announced that three names still remained. MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Goodwin, amending the previous appointment process to reduce the number of candidates by selecting two less than the total number of names appearing on the ballot. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. The City Clerk prepared ballots and the City Attorney distributed them to the Council who were asked to each select one name. After selections were made, they were tallied and the City Attorney announced that Linda Blake received the majority of votes. Mayor Hamann-Roland thanked all the applicants who applied and expressed interest in the position. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Hooppaw, adopting Resolution No. 2018-65 appointing Linda Blake to the Urban Affairs Advisory Committee for a term expiring March 1, 2019. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. During the voting, Mr. Anderson provided an update on public improvement projects scheduled for 2018; Ms. Muelken provided an update on the parks, recreation events, and Valleywood Golf Course; Councilmember Bergman commented on the paint color of the water tower at Valleywood; Mr. Lawell said the City is currently accepting applications for election judges, Melissa Haas was recently appointed as Vice Chair to the Human Resources and Data Practices Policy Committee, and I-35W will undergo a construction project beginning in June. CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Grendahl, approving the calendar of upcoming events as included in the Deputy City Clerk’s memo, and noting that each event listed is hereby deemed a Special Meeting of the City Council. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Hooppaw, to adjourn. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. The meeting was adjourned at 8:33 o’clock p.m. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota May 10, 2018 Page 7 Respectfully Submitted, /s/ Pamela J. Gackstetter Pamela J. Gackstetter, City Clerk Approved by the Apple Valley City Council on . Mary Hamann-Roland, Mayor I T E M: 4.B. C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Consent A genda Description: Receive P olice Department 2017 A nnual Report S taff Contact: P olice Chief J on Rechtzigel Department / Division: P olice Department AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Receive the Apple Valley Police Department 2017 Annual Report. S UM M ARY: T he Apple Valley Police Department is pleased to present the C ity Council with the 2017 annual report. T he report provides a summary of activities during the year, as well as the many initiatives of the department. B AC K G RO UND: N/A B UD G E T I M PAC T: N A AT TAC HM E NT S : Report 2017 Annual Report APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATION 3 Chief’s Message 4 Employee Roster 5 Organizational Chart 6 Financial Summary 7 UNIFORMED SERVICES 8 Patrol Officers 9 Dakota County MAAG 10 K9 Unit 11 Special Enforcement Team 12 Drug Recognition Expert 13 Retail Crime Officer 14 Neighborhood Collaboration Officer 15 Community Service Officers 16 School Resource Officers 17 SUPPORT SERVICES 18 Investigations Unit 19 Electronic Crimes Task 20 Drug Task Force 21 TABLE OF CONTENTS THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 2 Special Operations Team 22 Records Unit 23 PROGRAMS 24 Coffee with the Cops 25 Watchdog Walkers 25 Child Passenger Safety Program 25 Citizens Academy 26 Donut with a Cop 26 Teen Police Academy 26 Night to Unite 27 Explorer Post 28 Police Chaplains 29 360 communities/Assault Review 30 Special Olympics 31 EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION 32 RETIREMENTS AND NEW HIRES 43 STATISTICAL INFORMATION 46 IN CLOSING 54 DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATION THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 3 Chief Jon Rechtzigel Captain John Bermel Captain Nick Francis Police Administrative Manager Steph Mellesmoen On behalf of the men and women of the Apple Valley Police Department I’m proud to submit the 2017 Annual Report. 2017 was a challenging year for law enforcement in general, but here in Apple Valley we interpreted those challenges as an opportunity to make our department even better and more capable of providing the level of service our citizens expect and deserve. I’m proud to say we’ve provided a basic level of Crisis Intervention Training (C.I.T.) to all of our officers and are well on our way to providing the more advanced 40 hour version to many of them. We’ve also developed two of our officers to the instructor level. This training enables our officers to deal more effectively with people in crisis by understanding what may be triggering their behavior and developing an appropriate response and ensure they receive the care they need. After three years of operation, the Dakota County Electronic Crimes Task Force has now transitioned from a pilot program to a permanent unit operating under a joint powers agreement with participation by all law enforcement agencies in Dakota County with the exception of only one. The unit has proved invaluable with many high profile cases being successfully prosecuted as a direct result of their work. Apple Valley continues to be the number one user of their services as all of our officers have been trained to recognize the value of electronic evidence in the many cases they investigate. The members of the Apple Valley Police Department truly appreciate the trust and support afforded us by the City Council and members of the community and will continue to deliver quality service to our citizens. Respectfully submitted, Jon Rechtzigel, Chief of Police A message from Police Chief Jon Rechtzigel WELCOME TO THE AVPD THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 4 Officers (39) Todd Soderholm Sean McKnight Jon Holle Brian Bone Valerie Holes Tommie Booth Mike Thelen Kurt Schultz Alan Spillers Tara Becker Joel Horazuk Brian Plantz Michael Tietz Wayne Criger Shane Klokonos Nic Wolf Marcus Smith Zach Broughten Dan Schyma Justin Drogseth Jeff Weber Peter Meuwissen Greggory Neumann David Engel Krista Erickson Josh Gerving Joel Pogatchnik Cody Yard Chris Curtis James Gibbs Cory Christianson Kasey DeJonker Tony Parker Wil Hooper David Fry Nicole Wilson Brian Booth Kailie Hinkle Sean Marben Sergeants (9) Jeff Smith Peter Matos Jim Gummert Greg Dahlstrom Jason Weishaar Adam Tschida David Virden Adam Keeler Records (7) Terry McNulty Lori Hudyma Barb Gevik Missy Nelson Alice House Nicole Clifton Karen Shaw CSOs (2) Colin Reardon Jakob Lee Maintenance (1) Bruce Daubanton Crime Prevention (1) Pam Walter Property Clerk (1) Denis Schweitzer Administration (4) Jon Rechtzigel John Bermel Nick Francis Steph Mellesmoen 2017 AVPD EMPLOYEES THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 5 ORGANIZATIONAL CHART THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 6 Police Chief Support Services Captain Detective Sergeant Detectives (5) Drug Task Force (1) Electronic Crimes Task Force (1) Property Clerk (1) NCOP Sergeant NCOP Officer (1) Retail/Business Officer (1) School Liaison (3) Crime Prevention (1) Police Administrative Manager Lead Records Technician Records Technicians (6) Patrol Captain Patrol Sergeants (7) Patrol Officers (25) Special Enforcement Team (2) Community Service Officers (4) Police Chaplains (6) Apple Valley Police Department 2017 Adopted Budget = $8,631,014 (Including Animal Control and Civil Defense) 2017 BUDGET DISTRIBUTION PERSONNEL COSTS CAPITAL OUTLAY OTHER OPERATING COSTS FINANCIAL SUMMARY THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 7 UNIFORMED SERVICES THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 8 PATROL OFFICERS THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 9 Our patrol officers represent the police department in virtually all aspects of policing visible to the public. They respond to calls, enforce traffic laws, and serve our community in emergency situations around the clock, 365 days a year. Apple Valley’s patrol officers serve with pride and a tremendous amount of gratitude for the support we receive from this community. In what has proven to be a difficult season for police officers, the officers serving in Apple Valley continue to go above and beyond in our service to you. Each member of the patrol division strives to be a leader every day in our service to you. In addition, you will be amazed with the amount of engagement these officers have with the community when they are off duty. From volunteering, to coaching, to mentoring, to teaching, we have an immense amount of talent that makes up the men and women of this department. We look forward to continued success and engaged service as we adapt to the changing needs of our community. DAKOTA COUNTY MULTI - AGENCY ASSISTANCE GROUP THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 10 The Dakota County Multi-Agency Assistance Group (DCMAAG) is a tactical team comprised of 41 licensed police officers from Dakota and Rice Counties. In 2016 a merger of the DCMAAG team and Rice County Emergency Response Unit took place, adding officers and deputies from Faribault PD, Northfield PD, and the Rice County Sheriff’s Office to DCMAAG. DCMAAG also has a crisis negotiations team (CNT) comprised of 10 licensed police officers. Four tactical paramedics from Health East are also assigned to the DCMAAG team. The DCMAAG team has a service area of approximately 1066 square miles and a population of approximately 340,000 residents. In 2017, DCMAAG had 23 full-team activations for various situations. These include three high risk warrant service, 18 Barricaded subjects, and two civil disturbance calls. The armored Bearcat vehicle responded 8 times to various cities in Dakota County for tactical assistance. The vehicle was also used for mutual aid in other cities and counties outside of Dakota County. Apple Valley PD DCMAAG members include Sergeant Jason Weishaar (team commander), Sergeant Adam Tschida (asst. team commander), Officer Gregg Neumann, Officer Jim Gibbs, Officer Cory Christianson, Detective Joel Horazuk (CNT), and Sergeant Jim Gummert (CNT). They attend training once a month and one week a year at a facility out of state. 2017 was a busy year for our K9 Duke and his handler, Officer Zach Broughten. During the year, Duke was deployed 66 times in Apple Valley and throughout Dakota County to assist with calls within his training scope (narcotics, tracking, searches, and apprehensions). The highest number of deployments came between 10:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. Duke maintained his certifications at the PD1 trials in Hudson, WI and the narcotic detector trials in Washington County. Duke participated in a number of demonstrations with other canines, including an appearance at the Dakota County Fairgrounds demonstrating his skills apprehending fleeing subjects and his highly developed sense of smell locating hidden narcotics. Duke is a great asset to the department and a loyal partner to Officer Broughten. We appreciate the community support for our canine officer program. An Apple Valley citizen, working with an organization called Vested K9s provided Duke’s ballistic vest when he joined the department. K9 THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 11 K9 Officer Duke and his handler, Officer Zach Broughten 2017 K9 Deployments 66 Building Searches 33 Narcotics Sniffs 14 Tracks/Area Searches 19 The Special Enforcement Team (SET) is a proactive traffic unit dedicated to enforce motor vehicle laws. In 2017, Officers Cory Christianson, Joel Pogatchnik and Pete Meuwissen served rotations on SET, supervised by Sergeant Adam Tschida. With the aid of our citizens, SET identifies areas of traffic concerns in neighborhoods and aggressively patrols those areas to reduce speeding and other inappropriate driving conduct. In 2017, while working to keep our city’s streets safe, SET officers conducted a total of 1,782 traffic stops and issued 933 traffic citations. SET also conducts alcohol and tobacco compliance audits on Apple Valley businesses that sell these products. These audits are conducted several times throughout the year. In 2017, SET completed a total of 264 individual checks. During these checks, underage volunteers assist SET officers by entering a business and attempting to purchase alcohol or tobacco. When the underage volunteer is allowed to purchase alcohol or tobacco, the witnessing SET officer takes immediate enforcement action which can result in criminal and civil consequences. The SET unit is also responsible for monitoring Registered Predatory Offenders and individuals who are in the Dakota County Drug Court program. The SET officers personally meet with these offenders numerous times a year to ensure they are in compliance with the law and abiding by the Drug Court rules. The in-person meetings with the Registered Predatory Offenders allow the SET officers to verify their residence, place of employment, vehicles, and other information. When an offender becomes non- compliant, SET pursues criminal charges which can result in an arrest of the offender. Over the course of 2017, SET conducted over 320 POR compliance checks. One offender was found to be non-compliant and was criminally charged for that violation. SPECIAL ENFORCEMENT TEAM THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 12 In 2017, our department continued an active role in the Drug Recognition Evaluation (DRE) program. In the State of Minnesota, there are 92 agencies and 197 Officers dedicated to the DRE program. The Apple Valley Police Department has three certified drug recognition experts; Detective Joel Horazuk (2008, assigned to the Dakota County Drug Task Force), Officer Justin Drogseth (2015), and Officer Pete Meuwissen (2017). Officer Meuwissen completed his certification in 2017. The DRE certification process is intense with two weeks of classroom training and six days of field evaluations. A DRE also completes a minimum of two evaluations in front of an instructor each year and take part in an annual in-service training. DRE’s use their specialized training to detect impairment in drivers when alcohol has been ruled out. While the primary use of a DRE is traffic related, sometimes DREs assist on medical emergencies, crisis complaints, and other calls for service. DREs are trained to distinguish between the effects of seven different drug categories, using the same systematic twelve step process in all circumstances. In 2017, Apple Valley DREs conducted 16 evaluations on suspected drug impaired drivers. Drug recognition evaluators are a valuable asset for enforcing Minnesota’s DUI laws. DRUG RECOGNITION EVALUATOR THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 13 2017 DRE Evaluations 16 Officer Drogseth 8 Officer Meuwissen 8 Officer Weber assists businesses with premise surveys, preparing and executing emergency plans, and alcohol server training. He also serves as the primary resource when businesses approach the police department to partner on causes or special needs . Examples include partnering with Target and Walmart for Shop With a Cop, a program that helps families identified by the community as experiencing financial stress. The families are invited to shop for gifts, wrap them and enjoy fellowship and food with the businesses and police. Donors to Shop With a Cop include the Apple Valley American Legion, Target, Walmart, Farmer’s Insurance and several citizens. RETAIL CRIME OFFICER THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 14 The Retail Crime Officer is a dedicated resource that serves as a relational presence in the business community to address crime issues and promote crime prevention and education. Officer Jeff Weber served as the Retail Crime Officer in 2017. Officer Weber serves on the board of the Business Watch group, a local non-profit organization comprised of representatives from Apple Valley’s business community. The purpose of the group is to promote relationships and training in the business community with the goal of reducing business-related crime. He is also a member of the Twin Cities Organized Retail Crime Association (TCORCA), an organization that facilitates the secure sharing of crime information between law enforcement and retail establishments. The Neighborhood Collaboration Officer is a dedicated resource that serves as a relational presence in our neighborhoods to address crime issues and promote crime prevention and education. Officer Marcus Smith served as the NCOP officer in 2017. Officer Smith, Crime Prevention Specialist Pam Walter, supervised by Sgt. Dave Virden make up the core of the Neighborhood Collaboration Officer Project (NCOP) Unit. Their mission is to be a relational and educational presence in our community and immediately address crime and quality of life issues at their root. They work to solve problems in our neighborhoods and multi- housing complexes and do community outreach activities. Residential Rental Property A primary duty of the NCOP Unit is to promote crime free multi-housing. The City of Apple Valley is home to 37 apartment/townhome communities and over 1,500 residential rental properties. The NCOP Unit promotes the Crime Free Multi-Housing program which educates landlords and tenants about responsible renting to keep properties free from illegal activity. As part of the program, the police department holds monthly manager/owner coalition meetings that feature topics pertinent to owning and managing rental properties. Complexes active in the program also receive incident summaries of activity on their property. By sharing this information, management is more aware of what is happening on the property and better able to deal with issues in a timely manner. The City of Apple Valley has a rental registration ordinance that requires all residential rental property to be registered. Registrations can be completed online at https://goo.gl/78pWqG. There is no fee to register. Registration gives the City the necessary information to identify rental properties and their owners to help address issues with rental properties. NEIGHBORHOOD COLLABORATION OFFICER THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 15 COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICERS THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 16 Community Service Officers (CSO’s) are non- sworn, uniformed employees whose duties do not require the attention of a licensed police officer. CSO’s are full-time college students enrolled in a law enforcement program. They work part-time for the police department. Their primary duties include assisting stranded motorists, investigating animal health and nuisance issues, traffic direction, fingerprinting, transporting evidence, and vehicle lockout assists. CSO Jake Lee CSO Colin Reardon The Apple Valley Police Department partners with Independent School District 196 to assign three School Resource Officers (SROs) to Apple Valley high schools and middle schools. This cost sharing partnership allows SROs to be in the school buildings to handle a variety of youth related issues including criminal investigations, addressing unruly conduct, and educating students and staff on public safety and criminal justice topics. The presence of a SRO in school district buildings also provides school staff with a personal contact who understands how the school environment and on-going public safety issues connect. The SRO assignment is a significant commitment for officers. They are involved with students well beyond day-to-day activities; SROs spend time with the students at dances, extracurricular activities, and prom. This presence has a positive impact on students by building relationships and approachability. In 2017, Officer Brian Plantz served as the SRO at Eastview High School, Officer Josh Gerving served at Apple Valley High School and Officer Krista Erickson served Apple Valley’s three middle schools. SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 17 2017 SRO Calls For Service Apple Valley High School 258 Eastview High School 82 Scott Highlands Middle School 80 Falcon Ridge Middle School 67 Valley Middle School 99 School of Environmental Studies 32 Alterative Learning Center 9 SRO Josh Gerving SRO Brian Plantz SRO Krista Erickson SUPPORT SERVICES THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 18 The Investigations Unit’s primary responsibility is to follow up on crimes committed where the suspect is unknown or difficult to locate. Detectives also take the primary lead in major case investigations such as homicides, arson, robbery, burglary, and criminal sexual conduct. Detectives conduct interviews, collect evidence, process legal requests, execute search warrants, and conduct follow-up on cases to ensure criminal charges are pursued. In 2017, Sergeant James Gummert, Detectives Tommie Booth, Brian Bone, Tara Becker, Sean McKnight, and Dan Schyma staffed the detective unit. Denis Schweitzer managed the police department’s property and evidence room. In 2017 the detective unit investigated an increased number of complex crimes. The multiple layers involved in these crimes consumed many investigative hours, and usually involved forensic examination of some type of electronic devices. INVESTIGATIONS UNIT THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 19 Detectives investigated a total of 760 cases in 2017. The most common types of cases include: Assault 54 Backgrounds 112 Burglary 42 Criminal Sexual Conduct 77 Financial Fraud 82 Child Protection 176 In 2017, the Apple Valley Police Department continued its strong support of the Dakota County Electronic Crimes Task Force (DCECTF). The DCECTF is a multi-agency task force operating under a joint powers agreement within Dakota County. The goals of the DCECTF are to improve the turnaround time of electronic forensics, conduct proactive investigations within Dakota County, diminish investigative redundancy, and provide broader expertise. Detective Shane Klokonos was assigned to the DCECTF during 2017. In 2017, the DCECTF was involved in forensically investigating electronic items from 334 cases in Dakota County. Of those cases, 81 originated from the Apple Valley Police Department, ranging from child pornography, stalking, domestic abuse, and criminal sexual conduct investigations. It is rare when a case does not involve an electronic item that needs to be forensically examined. As our society increases its use and dependence of electronic devices for social media, personal and professional business, the DCECTF’s role in investigative work will continue to grow. The items pictured below are a sample of some of the items forensically examined by the DCECTF. DAKOTA COUNTY ELECTRONIC CRIMES TASK FORCE THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 20 The Dakota County Drug Task Force (DCDTF) is a group of dedicated agents assigned to investigate narcotics, weapons, and violent crimes. Each of the member agencies contributes at least one agent. Each agent is a highly trained member of the team. Most have several years of patrol, investigative, and tactical experience before their assignment. In addition, each agent attends a two week narcotics investigation school sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration, (DEA). Detective Joel Horazuk served on the DCDTF in 2017. In 2016, agents from the DCDTF seized $25,075 in cash, 77 pounds of marijuana, and 166.80 grams of Methamphetamine, and 23.67 grams of cocaine in Apple Valley. Below is a picture of crystal meth seized by the DCDTF in 2017. DAKOTA COUNTY DRUG TASK FORCE THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 21 The Dakota County Special Operations Team (DCSOT) is a cooperative effort between public safety agencies in Dakota County, developed after the 9/11 terrorism attack. The DCSOT operates with a focus on incidents involving hazardous materials, weapons of mass destruction, technical rope rescue, confined space rescue, trench rescue, and SWAT Operations. The team consists of 36 members from police, fire and EMS agencies within Dakota County. Team members operate as highly skilled rescuers, while ensuring crime scene preservation and the tactical safety and rescue of those involved in an incident. The DCSOT is available to assist agencies within Dakota County with incidents that require additional resources or specialized skills. Sean McKnight of the Apple Valley Police Department serves on the DCSOT as the team commander. The DCSOT is also part of the Minnesota Structural Collapse Team and Minnesota Task Force One (MN-TF1). Together with Minneapolis, St. Paul, Edina and Rochester Fire Departments, MN-TF1 responds with specialized equipment and trained personnel to assist with Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) and Structural Collapse Incidents throughout Minnesota. In 2017, the DSCOT responded to 13 hazmat incidents, including excavating 125 year-old skeletal remains and searching a hole for explosive devices. DAKOTA COUNTY SPECIAL OPERATIONS TEAM THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 22 The Records Unit consists of five full-time and one part-time Records Technicians, a Lead Records Technician, and the Police Administrative Manager. In 2017 we welcomed a new Records Technician to the team and continued implementing the TriTech Records Maintenance System for the department. Records Technicians are accountable for a multitude of tasks. Some of these tasks include; data entry in the Records Management System, referral of cases to our city and county attorneys’ offices for prosecution, transcription of audio statements, processing requests from the public for information, processing hand gun applications and compiling and reporting departmental statistics. The Records Unit processed nearly 4200 requests for information in 2017. RECORDS UNIT THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 23 Back Row Left to right: Police Administrative Manager Steph Mellesmoen, Records Technician Barb Gevik, Records Technician Nicole Clifton, Records Technician Missy Nelson. Front Row Left to Right: Lead Records Technician Terry McNulty, Records Technician Alice House, Records Technician Lori Hudyma, Front Desk Receptionist Karen Shaw. PROGRAMS THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 24 Coffee with the Cops In 2017, the Apple Valley Police Department hosted community chats called Coffee with the Cops. Local businesses and multi-housing communities host the events. Coffee with the Cops offers citizens the opportunity to talk with police department employees in a relaxed setting about concerns, issues, or to just say hello. If you want to know when these events are happening, follow us on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Apple-Valley- Police-226202134082113/ or our Twitter account at https://twitter.com/AppleValleyPD/following. CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAMS THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 25 Watchdog Walkers Watchdog Walkers engages the eyes and ears of the hundreds of walkers out in our community every day to watch for and report suspicious activity. The 2017 W atchdog Walker event happened at Kelley Park. Participants received a free Watchdog Walker dog tag and tip card on how to report suspicious activity. Apple Valley dog licenses were also available for purchase. Palomino Pet Hospital was on hand offering reduced fee veterinary services. Organizations like Dogday Getaway, Hugable Mugs, and READ Therapy Dogs were also on hand. Child Passenger Safety Program In 2016, we conducted 69 child seat safety checks for Apple Valley residents. We also participated in the Dakota County Child Passenger Safety Initiative, assisting with booster seat checkup events to ensure parents are providing the safest transportation options for kids who have outgrown their car seat. Apple Valley residents who wish to have their car seat installation checked free of charge can call Pam Walter at 953-2706 or email to pwalter@cityofapplevalley.org for an appointment. Citizen Academy Twenty-three citizens participated in our Citizens Academy over nine weeks in 2017. Topics included investigations, drug task force, DWI enforcement, traffic stops, retail crime, and K9. In addition, the academy offered a chance to go to the firing range to learn about the weapons officers use along with the opportunity to shoot the weapons. Participants also had the opportunity for a ride along with an officer during the course. The academy was well received by the participants and continues to be a successful program giving citizens an inside look at the people and operations of our department. CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAMS THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 26 Teen Academy Twenty-four students participated in our Teen Police Academy over nine weeks in 2017. The academy gives high school students an inside look at police work. The students learned about the Dakota Communications Center (dispatch), Dakota County Drug Task Force, K9 unit, crime scene investigation, DWI enforcement and had the opportunity to participate in shoot/don’t shoot scenarios using Simunition® weapons. Apple Valley officers present the sessions, offering a good experience for youth who have an interest in how their police department works for them or may be considering a career in law enforcement. Donut with a Cop Officer Krista Erickson started the Donut with a Cop program in the middle schools as a way for students to spend time with their school resource officer to build strong relationships between students and the police. Students get to meet with Officer Erickson, have a donut and ask questions about a variety of topics. Night to Unite Night to Unite is our annual community crime prevention celebration that takes place the first Tuesday of August. Night to Unite provides the opportunity for law enforcement and communities to come together and strengthen neighborhoods by getting to know one another. August 8, 2017 was the 9th annual Night to Unite celebration. This year’s event was another big success in Apple Valley. The day started out with the annual Apple Valley Business Watch picnic at Kelley Park. Over 200 people enjoyed lunch from various food truck vendors. The evening culminated with 106 registered neighborhood gatherings. The Police, Fire, and Public Works Departments, City Council, and other city staff members were out visiting with citizens to discuss neighborhood issues and socialize. CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAMS THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 27 Since 1989 the Apple Valley Police Department has sponsored a Law Enforcement Explorer Program. Participants in this program meet weekly with members of the Apple Valley Police Department, discussing a variety of topics and acquiring the skills necessary to be successful in law enforcement. Some of these topics include: domestic crisis response, white collar crime investigation, traffic stops, and hostage negotiation. New for 2017, the Apple Valley Police Department offered introductory training to explorers interested in firearms. Meeting on a monthly basis the explorers have been taught the basic fundamentals of firearm use and safety. The firearm training being offered has proven to be a rewarding experience for both the participants and advisors. On a yearly basis, our explorers have an opportunity to test their knowledge in a state competition against other Explorer Posts from across the state. The Apple Valley Police Explorer Post has been the proud winner of many awards throughout the years, most recently 5th place in hostage negotiations at the 2017 competition. In addition to learning skills relative to Law Enforcement the explorers also serve the citizens of Apple Valley and Dakota County by assisting with a variety of community events such as the 4th of July parade and fireworks, the Dakota County Fair and other public engagements. Throughout 2017 the explorers of Apple Valley completed numerous hours of community service. Explorer Post 571 is currently comprised of 11 active, dedicated and hardworking Explorers. These youth are eager to learn and are proud to be a part of the Apple Valley Police Department family. Sergeant Adam Tschida is the program supervisor and Officers Dave Engel and Nic Wolf serve as advisors.. You can learn more about the Exploring program here https://goo.gl/kan5Yz. EXPLORER POST THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 28 Since 1997, the Apple Valley Police Department Chaplains have been a valuable resource in assisting with difficult and sensitive situations including families in crisis and death notifications. The volunteer Chaplains are available 24 hours a day to help officers. They remain with family members as long as necessary, freeing up officers to tend to other duties. Chaplains are a regular presence at the police department through chaplain meetings, attending department meetings, training, and ride-alongs with officers. POLICE CHAPLAINS THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 29 2017 Police Chaplains Bill Gould | Apple Valley Baptist Church, Apple Valley Steve Swanson | Faith in Christ Fellowship, Eagan Chuck Tindell (ret.) | Shepherd of the Valley, Apple Valley Ty Willems | Christ Church, Apple Valley Mike Swecker | Hosanna! Church, Lakeville Craig McClun | Evangelical Free Church of America Bill Gould Steve Swanson Mike Swecker Chuck Tindell Ty W illems Craig McClun In 2017, the Apple Valley Police Department continued its partnership with 360 Communities, a non-profit organization that provides domestic and sexual assault advocacy and shelter services to victims. The Apple Valley Police Department takes domestic and sexual assault very seriously, recognizing the devastating effects this type of crime has on victims, their families, and our community. We appreciate the partnership with 360 Communities and their dedication to serving victims capably and compassionately. Stacie Burke served as the as the Outreach Advocate working out of the police department in 2017. 360 COMMUNITIES AND ASSAULT REVIEW TEAM THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 30 To enhance our service to victims of domestic abuse, the Assault Review Team continued its work in 2017. Team goals include; successful prosecution of offenders, protection of victims from further assault, and successful identification of suspects that have a propensity for violence with a high risk to reoffend. Detectives Becker, Bone, McKnight, and Officers Christianson, DeJonker, Horazuk, Schultz, and Weber, served on the team led by Sergeant Jim Gummert in 2017. SPECIAL OLYMPICS THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 31 From June 22nd to June 24th approximately 1,550 athletes came to Apple Valley to compete in the Special Olympics of Minnesota’s summer games at Eastview High School. The athletes competed in various track and field events, gymnastics, tennis, and volleyball. Accompanying those athletes were over 1,500 volunteers performing a wide range of duties. Officers from law enforcement agencies throughout the state volunteered at the games. The officers had the pleasure of handing out awards to the athletes. Several Apple Valley officers participated in a 5K run along with police car and equipment demonstrations. The games were a tremendous success. You can learn more about the Special Olympics Summer Games though this link http://specialolympicsminnesota.org/events/games/summer-games/. EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 32 OFFICER OF THE YEAR THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 33 Detective Shane Klokonos While assigned to the Dakota County Electronic Crimes Task Force, Detective Klokonos worked on over 50 cases directly related to the Apple Valley Police Department. Detective Klokonos also assisted other agencies with numerous cases that often involved extremely sensitive material like child exploitation. Detective Klokonos’ technical skills and expertise have become critical in obtaining evidence for criminal prosecutions. Detective Klokonos examined a homicide victim’s GPS data for the Mendota Heights Police Department and electronic data for the South St. Paul Police Department related to a heroin overdose. He assisted the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Eagan Police Department in accessing child pornography off a device when other technicians could not unlock the evidence. Detective Klokonos is a tremendous resource for his fellow officers at the Apple Valley Police Department as well as other local, State and federal agencies. Detective Klokonos’ work has been instrumental in our department's efforts to investigate crimes committed using electronic and digital media. MEDAL OF COMMENDATION THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 34 Detective Brian Bone Detective Bone investigated a case involving an adult male communicating with a juvenile female through social media. The content of their communication was explicit and criminal in nature. Detective Bone worked to identify the male and executed several search warrants to forensically examine numerous electronic devices. Detective Bone’s investigation revealed the male had contacted at least twenty other juvenile victims. Detective Bone dedicated hundreds of hours to the case. Because of Detective Bone’s effort, the suspect pled guilty and was sentenced to more than four years in prison. In addition to the criminal investigation, Detective Bone recognized an opportunity to educate the middle school aged victims and their parents on the dangers of social media. LIFESAVING AWARD THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 35 Officer Wayne Criger On June 5th, 2017 Officer Criger responded to a residence on a report of an unconscious female who had collapsed after she got out of her vehicle. He arrived on the scene with other officers, assessed the patient and determined she was not responsive and did not have a pulse. Officers began CPR and delivered multiple shocks with an AED. The woman eventually regained a pulse and paramedics transported her to the hospital. Officer Criger’s actions directly resulted in, or significantly contributed to the saving of a human life. LIFESAVING AWARD THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 36 Officer Pete Meuwissen On June 5th, 2017 Officer Meuwissen responded to a residence on a report of an unconscious female who had collapsed after she got out of her vehicle. He arrived on the scene with other officers, assessed the patient and determined she was not responsive and did not have a pulse. Officers began CPR and delivered multiple shocks with an AED. The woman eventually regained a pulse and paramedics transported her to the hospital. Officer Meuwissen’s actions directly resulted in, or significantly contributed to the saving of a human life. AWARD OF MERIT THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 37 Detective Tara Becker On July 19, 2017, Officer Becker responded to a civil assist call in the police department lobby. Officer Becker met with a man wo wanted help confessing to his wife about financial and family matters he was ashamed of. As she spoke with the man, Officer Becker realized there was more to the story than what he was revealing. She went to the family's residence with the man and as she spoke with family members, Officer Becker discovered a long history of domestic abuse including threats, stabbings, strangulation, and child abuse perpetrated by the man’s wife. Officer Becker’s investigation and attention to detail resulted in a charge of threats of violence and ultimately a conviction. Officer Becker’s willingness to look at suspicious circumstances beyond the initial call uncovered years of domestic abuse and control by the suspect towards her family. Officer Becker’s willingness to dig deeper and her attention to the victim are clear examples of her work ethic and desire to help people. AWARD OF MERIT THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 38 Officer Krista Erickson In 2017, Officer Erickson went above and beyond expectations for her role as the School Resource Officer (SRO) in the middle schools. In addition to her daily SRO responsibilities, she coached in the school district as another way to connect with students. Seeing more opportunity for outreach, Officer Erickson created the “Donut with a Cop” program. Officer Erickson partners with school staff to identify and recognize who contribute to their school and community but are not widely recognized for their contributions. Officer Erickson treats the students to donuts and provides the opportunity to ask questions and pass on areas of concern. By recognizing these youth and making a connection with them early in their lives, Officer Erickson has laid a solid, positive foundation for future interactions with police. Officer Erickson’s actions show how she truly cares for the schools and community and how she is working hard to develop a positive relationship with the community we serve. AWARD OF MERIT THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 39 Detective Sean McKnight In 2016, Detective McKnight began investigating a potential sex trafficking case. The initial complaint involved two individuals attempting to locate and sexually assault an infant. Detective McKnight investigated a 15 year-old female from Apple Valley which led to her being charged as an adult for numerous offenses including distribution of child pornography. In June 2017, Detective McKnight became aware of another investigation involving the same suspect. The now 16 year-old suspect was hacking a social media account of another juvenile female. The suspect acquired private photos of the victim and attempted to extort money from her to keep the photos private. Detective McKnight investigated the suspect for violations of her conditions of release for the previous offense. The suspect continued her behavior and threatened the victim after law enforcement became involved in the investigation. As the result of a thorough investigation by Detective McKnight involving multiple search warrants, interviews, computer and phone forensics and the ultimate arrest of the suspect, Detective McKnight proved the suspect’s involvement which led to additional charges of distribution of child pornography. AWARD OF MERIT THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 40 Detective Dan Schyma In March 2017, Detective Schyma was assigned to investigate a theft by swindle case. The victim lives in Los Angeles, California and had been swindled out of $19,000. The Los Angeles Police Department passed the case on to the Apple Valley Police Department because one of the suspects lives locally. Over the course of the next five months, Detective Schyma worked on the case, writing several search warrants for bank accounts and email account information. During his investigation, Detective Schyma identified an additional victim in Illinois. Because of Detective Schyma’s work, both victims recovered the money that had been stolen form them. Detective Schyma’s investigation also uncovered a larger criminal conspiracy. The U.S. Secret Service became involved in the investigation into the conspiracy network, using much of Detective Schyma’s evidence to lay the foundation for the federal investigation. Detective Schyma’s work in this case exemplifies his tenacity and determination. AWARD OF MERIT THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 41 Sergeant Jeff Smith Throughout 2017, Sergeant Smith managed the department schedule along with coordinating department training and off-duty assignments. These duties are critical to the department’s day to day operations. Any error in scheduling can create coverage issues and added costs in overtime and employee fatigue. An error in coordinating and maintaining the department’s high level of training opens our agency up for potential litigation as well as leaving officers ill equipped to deal with the challenges of modern day policing. Sergeant Smith performs these duties with a high level of diligence and accuracy. In 2017, Sergeant Smith had the additional challenge of managing the schedule while divisions in the agency were short staffed. CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 42 Courtney Wahl Ms. Wahl, hired in 2018 as a police officer, worked as a civilian volunteer for the Apple Valley Police Department in 2016 and 2017. During her service she was a valuable asset to the department, particularly the Investigations Unit. Based on her willingness to work, her talents, and her efficiency, she was given a number of complicated tasks to complete for some very serious cases. Ms. Wahl was usually given little direction but rather received electronics crime unit reports, piles of documents, intelligence data or names to search in social media. Simply told to pull the information and provide a report or spread sheet that could be used by a detective for investigative follow-up, Ms. Wahl never failed to return quality work. No matter how mundane or tedious her tasks were, she attacked each problem with a smile on her face and a great attitude. Ms. Wahl’s assistance as a civilian volunteer was fundamental in helping detectives clear cases.. RETIREMENTS AND NEW HIRES THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 43 Sergeant Mark Deming On June 2, 2017 Sergeant Mark Deming retired from the Apple Valley Police Department after 17 years of service. Sgt. Deming began his career with the City of Apple Valley in 2000 and served as a patrol officer, and school resource officer before his promotion to sergeant. RETIREMENTS THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 44 Officer Karen Shaw On September 27, 2018 Officer Karen Shaw retired from the Apple Valley Police Department after 24 years of service. Officer Shaw began her career with the City of Apple Valley in 1993 and served as a patrol officer and D.A.R.E. officer. Officer Barry Rogers On October 31, 2017 Officer Barry Rogers retired from the Apple Valley Police Department after 17 years of service. Officer Rogers began his career with the City of Apple Valley in 2000 and served as a patrol officer and D.A.R.E. officer. NEW HIRES THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 45 Officer Sean Marben On September 4, 2017, Officer Sean Marben joined the Apple Valley Police Department as a police officer. Prior to joining the department, Officer Marben served as a community service officer in Apple Valley. Officer Marben holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Minnesota. Records Technician Karen Shaw On November 27, 2017, the Apple Valley Police Department hired Karen Shaw as a records technician. Prior to becoming a records technician, Karen finished up a 24 year career serving Apple Valley as a police officer. Records Technician Shaw holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from St. Mary's University. STATISTICAL INFORMATION THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 46 35215 34497 35510 39548 40079 7624 7114 7297 7468 7555 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 POLICE CALLS FOR SERVICE POLICE REPORTS CALLS FOR SERVICE THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 47 168 175 171 153 171 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Personal Injury Motor Vehicle Crashes MOTOR VEHICLE CRASHES 827 861 851 906 997 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Property Damage Motor Vehicle Crashes THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 48 18 9 9 17 19 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Robbery ROBBERY AND THEFT 1063 945 967 1020 1120 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Theft THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 49 256 262 295 300 324 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Assault ASSAULT AND TOTAL ARRESTS 1307 1096 969 1234 1206 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Total Arrests THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 50 343 280 263 378 259 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Juveniles Charged JUVENILES AND ADULTS CHARGED 964 816 706 856 947 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Adults Charged THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 51 564 419 480 518 446 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Permits to Purchase a Firearm PERMITS TO PURCHASE A FIREARM AND INFORMATION REQUESTS 2930 3111 3397 4100 4200 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Information Requests THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 52 SELECTED CRIMES REPORTED THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 53 Selected Crimes Reported ASSAULT/TERRORISTIC THREATS (324) BURGLARY/BURGLARY TOOLS (119) CRIMES AGAINST FAMILY (77) CRIMINAL SEXUAL CONDUCT (117) DRUG RELATED (392) DUI (236) FORGERY (64) JUVENILE RUNAWAY (57) VANDALISM (431) ROBBERY (19) POSSESS STOLEN PROPERTY (35) THEFT (1,120) MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT (37) TRESPASSING (20) UNDERAGE DRINKING & DRIVING (6) VIOLATION OF A COURT ORDER (154) IN CLOSING THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE 54 ABOUT OUR PATCH AND CREST THE EAGLE The eagle on our patch represents our noble nature, strength, bravery and alertness. In its right talon, the eagle holds an olive branch; a sign of peace and in its left talon the eagle holds arrows, symbolizing the willingness to fight for nobility. THE WREATH The use of the laurel wreath on our crest dates back to ancient times as a symbol of peace, eternity, victory and unrequited love. The wreath is meant to communicate the same values today along with emphasizing the other elements of the crest. The circular shape of interlocking branches is a historic emblem that resonates victory. THE SHIELD Both our patch and crest contain a shield that is a symbol of protection, our primary duty to our citizens. The 1964 at the top of the shield is the year the Apple Valley Police Department came into existence. The stars and stripes in the upper right quarter of the shield represent our commitment to our country and the apple tree in the upper left quarter of the shield represents our commitment to our community. The torch in the lower right quarter of the shield represents our commitment to constant vigilance and the book in the lower left quarter of the shield represents our commitment to learning and understanding. THE BANNER Both our patch and crest contain a banner with our department motto “Spectemur Agendo” (we are judged by our deeds). This banner communicates our desire to live out our values and mission daily, not through words but through actions. PAGE 55 THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS… PAGE 56 THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT We trust that the time you have spent reading our 2017 annual report has given you a deeper understanding of what we do day-to-day as members of the Apple Valley Police Department. Consider this annual report a highlight reel, much like a recap of your favorite team’s big game from the sports desk. The Apple Valley Police Department serves you at a high capacity in our work, but we do not stop there. Service is a lifestyle. Just as you are likely to see us go the extra mile for you while on duty, you will find us in the community coaching, teaching, volunteering and committing in uncountable ways. Thank you for the honor of letting us serve you, Your Friends at the AVPD! Page 57 THANK YOU THE 2017 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE APPLE VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT Page 57 Our mission is to protect our community and improve quality of life through service, education, and enforcement Apple Valley Police Department 7100 147th St. W. Apple Valley, MN 55124 952-953-2700 police@ci.apple-valley.mn.us I T E M: 4.C. C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Consent A genda Description: P roclaim "Music in Kelley Park" on J une 15, 22, 29; J uly 6, 13, 20, 27, and A ugust 3, 10, 17, 2018 S taff Contact: B arry B ernstein, Parks and Recreation Director Department / Division: Parks and Recreation Department AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Proclaim "Music in K elley Park" on J une 15, 22, 29; J uly 6, 13, 20, 27, and August 3, 10, 17, 2018. S UM M ARY: T he Apple Valley Arts Foundation has offered to provide a music series on Friday evenings J une 15, 22, 29 and J uly 6, 13, 20, 27, and August 3, 10, 17, 2018, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Kelley Park. T he proclamation declares the music series a community event and encourages the citizens of Apple Valley to support and attend these music events. As in the past, there will be various vendors selling food and beverages. B AC K G RO UND: T he A pple Valley Arts Foundation has offered a music series at Kelley Park for several years and we thank them for their on-going support of the arts within the community. T his year's concert line-up includes: J une 15 5-Speed (Parks & Recreation Night) J une 22 Michael Monroe J une 29 Apple Valley High School R & B Band J uly 6 J D Steele J uly 13 David Gonzalez & Retro Funk J uly 20 Power of 10 J uly 27 Platinum Pops featuring T he Dakota Valley Symphony August 3 Hornucopia August 10 T C J ammers August 17 Riverside Hitmen B UD G E T I M PAC T: Staffing costs - approx. $900.00 AT TAC HM E NT S : Presentation Proclamation 2018 Music in Kelley Park Concert Series 6-9 pm FREE! Food and beverages available for purchase FREE prize drawings (must be present to win) Musical performances brought to you by The Apple Valley Arts Foundation in cooperation with the City of Apple Valley 2018 Summer Concert Series Kelley Park 6855 Fortino St., Apple Valley, MN 55124 June 15 5 Speed June 22 Michael Monroe June 29 AVHS Rhythm & Blues Band July 6 JD Steele July 13 David Gonzalez & Retro Funk July 20 Power of 10 July 27 Platinum Pops featuring the Dakota Valley Symphony Aug 3 Hornocopia Aug 10 TC Jammers Aug 17 Riverside Hitmen CITY OF APPLE VALLEY PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, the City of Apple Valley is proud to provide cultural experiences for its residents; and WHEREAS, the Apple Valley Arts Foundation has offered to provide a music series on summer evenings June 15, 22, and 29; and July 6, 13, 20, and 27; and August 3, 10, and 17, 2018; from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Kelley Park; and WHEREAS, the Apple Valley Arts Foundation, residents, civic organizations, business community, and Parks and Recreation Department have joined together to develop this free music celebration. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota, that said dates in June, July, and August 2018, are hereby proclaimed to be: “MUSIC IN KELLEY PARK” The Council further declares this music series a community festival and encourages the citizens of Apple Valley to support and attend these music events. PROCLAIMED this 24th day of May, 2018. Mary Hamann-Roland, Mayor ATTEST: Pamela J. Gackstetter, City Clerk I T E M: 4.D. C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Consent A genda Description: A dopt Resolution A ppointing Representatives to L O G I S Board of Directors S taff Contact: Tom L awell, City A dministrator Department / Division: A dministration Department AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Adopt resolution re-appointing City Administrator Tom Lawell as Director and Finance Director Ron Hedberg as Alternate Director to the LO G IS Board of Directors. S UM M ARY: T he C ity is a long-time member of the Local Government Information Systems (LO G IS) organization which hosts and provides a wide variety of information technology services which help support our C ity operations. As a member of the organization, we appoint representatives to the LO G IS Board of Directors to represent our C ity's interests. City Administrator Tom Lawell and Finance Director Ron Hedberg have served as our representatives for many years. LO G IS periodically requires formal C ity C ouncil action to designate representatives to the organization. T he attached resolution will satisfy this requirement. B AC K G RO UND: Headquartered in G olden Valley, LO G IS is a J oint Powers, intergovernmental consortium of Minnesota local government units. T he mission of LO G IS is to “facilitate leading-edge, effective and adaptable public sector technology solutions through the sharing of ideas, risks and resources in a member-driven consortium.” T he organization was established in 1972 and the C ity of Apple Valley became a member in December 1974. LO G IS currently has 73 member organizations and serves communities with a total of more than 2.1 million residents throughout Minnesota. B UD G E T I M PAC T: N/A AT TAC HM E NT S : Resolution CITY OF APPLE VALLEY RESOLUTION NO. 2018- A RESOLUTION APPOINTING REPRESENTATIVES TO THE LOGIS BOARD OF DIRECTORS WHEREAS, the City is a member of the Local Government Information Systems (LOGIS) organization which hosts and provides a wide variety of information technology services to the City, and WHEREAS, the City’s membership in the organization requires the designation of representatives to serve on the LOGIS Board of Directors, and WHEREAS, City Administrator Tom Lawell and Finance Director Ron Hedberg currently serve as our LOGIS Board of Directors representatives, and WHEREAS, LOGIS periodically requests formal City Council action to designate representatives to the organization. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota, that City Administrator Tom Lawell is re-appointed Director and Finance Director Ron Hedberg is re-appointed as Alternate Director to the LOGIS Board of Directors. ADOPTED this 24th day of May, 2018. _____________________________ Mary Hamann-Roland, Mayor ATTEST: ______________________________ Pamela J. Gackstetter, City Clerk I T E M: 4.E. C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Consent A genda Description: A dopt Resolution A pproving 6-Ft. S etback Variance and Off-Premise S ign Variance at A mericI nn and Old Chicago, L ot 1, B lock 1, Apple Valley Commercial Addition S taff Contact: A lex Sharpe, Planner and Economic Development S pecialist Department / Division: Community Development Department Applicant: A mericI nn A pple Valley P roject Number: P C18-08-V Applicant Date: 3/15/2018 60 Days: 5/14/2018 120 Days: 7/13/2018 AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Adopt resolution approving reducing the setback from 13' to 7' (6' variance) for a ground sign and a variance allowing off-premise signage for AmericInn. S UM M ARY: AmericInn Apple Valley, on behalf of the property owner, Old C hicago of 14998 Glazier Drive has requested consideration of a 6' setback variance and an off-premise sign variance to construct a shared entrance ground sign off of Glazier Ave. T he proposed sign is 18.32 sq. ft. and is 6' 10" tall. T he applicant is seeking this sign to allow customers better recognition of the shared entrance driveway to the AmericInn and Old Chicago. A 10' drainage and utility easement runs along the front property line, which the sign is proposed to encroach into. Ground signs are required to have a 13' setback from any property line, but in this case that would place the sign in the parking lot, or too far from the entrance driveway to provide direction to customers. T he Planning C ommission has reviewed this item on two occasions, and provided a positive recommendation at both meetings, the latest on May 2, 2018. D ue to the density of utilities in the area the sign is proposed, the site plan was required to be amended after the initial Planning C ommission review. T his change required the C ommission to review the item a second time, but did not change the variance. A variance to allow off-premise signage is required due to the applicant's desire to share the sign; between AmericInn and Old C hicago. C ity C ode does not allow for off premise signage except when in a shopping center, which this development does not qualify as. B AC K G RO UND: A common signage plan between these two sites was previously approved in 1996, that allowed two free standing signs on the AmericInn parcel, one along Cedar Ave, and one along C SA H 42. City C ode only allows one ground sign per lot, and as such, staff and the Planning Commission recommended that one of the existing signs be removed to allow installation of this sign without an additional variance. Staff has been in discussion with the applicant about this and they have stated that they are comfortable with this condition. As the sign is proposed closer to Glazier Ave than permitted, staff has evaluated whether the sign would impede with sight-lines for drivers. A diagram is attached that shows the sight triangle for this site is clear, and that the sign will not obstruct the vision of drivers. Previously, the applicant had proposed the sign be closer to the roadway, but in discussion with staff moved it further back to allow greater visibility. Normally, with a variance the "practical difficulties" measure is used. However, in the case of a sign variance the C ity Code lays out different standards which are below: (1) All of the following requirements must be met: (a) Special conditions exist which are peculiar to the land, structure, building involved and which are not applicable to other lands, structures or buildings in the same district; (b) T he special conditions and circumstances do not result from the actions of the applicant; (c) A literal interpretation of the provisions of these regulations would deprive the applicant of rights commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same district and the terms of these sign regulations; (d) T hat granting the variance requested would not confer on the applicant any special privilege for a use not common to other lands, structures or buildings in the same district; and (e) T he proposed use of the property shall have an appearance that will not have an adverse effect upon adjacent properties and there will be no deterrence to development of vacant land. (2) A ny proposed signage beyond the maximum square footage permitted would have the primary function of providing a public service. Staff is recommending approval of the variances based on the following. (a) Special conditions exist on the property; the entrance is on a curved roadway, and is easily missed by customers and the properties act as a development but are not allowed shared signage by code. T he density of private utilities also provides a unique circumstance where finding the best location for the sign is difficult. (b) T hese conditions are not caused by the applicant. (c) Most developments such as this are permitted shared signage, in this case these two parcels act as a single development but are not permitted shared signage. (d) Granting of this variance would not confer any special privilege not common to other properties. (e) T he proposed sign will not have an adverse appearance and is in fact smaller than would otherwise be permitted for a ground sign. B UD G E T I M PAC T: N/A AT TAC HM E NT S : Resolution Area Map Exhibit Survey Site P lan Plan S et Exhibit CITY OF APPLE VALLEY RESOLUTION NO. 2018 - A RESOLUTION APPROVING A 6 FOOT SETBACK VARIANCE, AND AN OFF-PREMISE SIGN VARIANCE TO CONSTRUCT A GROUND SIGN AND ATTACHING CONDITIONS THERETO WHEREAS, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 462.357 the City of Apple Valley has adopted, as Title XV of the City Code of Ordinances, zoning regulations to control land uses throughout the City; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the City’s said regulations, a “variance” is an exception granted by the City Council from the literal provisions of the zoning regulations where practical difficulties exist which do not apply to the area in general; and WHEREAS, an application for a variance, (“PROJECT”), was submitted by AmericInn Apple Valley on behalf of the homeowner, Old Chicago (“ APPLICANT”), for property located at 14998 Glazier Ave and legally described as Lot 1, Block 1, Apple Valley Commercial Addition (“PREMISES”); and WHEREAS, City Code §154. Appendix D sets the setback for a ground sign as 13 feet; the PROJECT requests a variance to allow a sign to encroach 6 feet into the setback; and WHEREAS, City Code §154.05 H, G sets the provision that no sign shall be on property other than the premises on which the business or service is located; the PROJECT requests a variance to allow a shared sign between two property owners with a shared drive; and WHEREAS, the Apple Valley Planning Commission reviewed the PROJECT at its public meeting on May 12, 2018. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota, that the City Council finds that the applicant established that the following requirements for a variance from City Code §154.07 exist on the property in accordance with the City’s zoning regulations: 1. Special conditions exist on the property; the entrance is on a curved roadway, and is easily missed by customers and the properties act as a development but are not allowed shared signage by code. The density of private utilities also provides a unique circumstance where finding the best location for the sign is difficult. 2. These conditions are not caused by the applicant. 3. Most developments such as this are permitted shared signage, in this case these two parcels act as a single development but are not permitted shared signage. 4. Granting of this variance would not confer any special privilege not common to other properties. 2 5. The proposed sign will not have an adverse appearance and is in fact smaller than would otherwise be permitted for a ground sign. BE IF FURTHER RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota, that a 6 foot variance to required setback , and a variance allowing a off- premise sign to construct a shared ground sign hereby approved, subject to all applicable City Codes and standards, and the following conditions: 1. The variance shall be applicable to the property legally identified as Lot 1, Block 1, Apple Valley Commercial Addition. 2. If the sign permit fee is not paid and not issued or within one (1) year of the date of approval, the variance approval shall lapse. 3. Prior to issuance of the sign permit, the petitioner shall record the variance with Dakota County and provide evidence to the City. 4. Prior to issuance of the sign permit, the petitioner shall enter into an encroachment agreement for placement of the sign within the drainage and utility easement. 5. The approved common Signage Plan permits two signs, prior to installation of this sign one of the existing signs shall be removed. 6. A private utility locate shall be completed and a site plan or survey depicting the located private utilities and proposed sign location shall be submitted with the sign permit application. No sign permit will be issued unless and until a private utility locate is completed and the site plan/survey is provided to the City. 7. Installation shall be generally consistent with the sign plan dated 4-16-18. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that such issuance is subject to a finding of compliance of the construction plans with the Minnesota State Building Code, as determined by the Apple Valley Building Official, and with the Minnesota State Fire Code, as determined by the Apple Valley Fire Marshal. ADOPTED this 24th day of May, 2018. __________________________________ Mary Hamann-Roland, Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ Pamela J. Gackstetter, City Clerk 3 CERTIFICATE I, Pamela Gackstetter, City Clerk, hereby certify that the above resolution is a true and correct copy of a resolution adopted by the City Council of the City of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota, on the ____ day of ___________, 20__. ________________________________ Pamela J. Gackstetter, City Clerk CANESRAISING AMERICINN OLD CHICAGO SOUTHPORT PLAZA TIMES SQUARE 2nd-ADD 1 5 0T H S T WCEDAR AVEGLENDA DRGLAZIER AVE1 4 9 T H S T W 150TH ST WCEDAR AVEOLD CHICAGO14998 GLAZIER AVE µ LOCATION MAP ^ AmericInn and Old Chicago Sign Variance PROJECT REVIEW Existing Conditions Property Location: 14988 Glazier Ave Legal Description: Lot 1, Block 1, Apple Valley Commercial Addition Comprehensive Plan Designation C – “Commercial” Zoning Classification PD 290 “Planned Development” Existing Platting Platted Current Land Use Restaurant and Hotel Size: 1.7 acres Topography: Flat Existing Vegetation Trees, grass Other Significant Natural Features N/A Adjacent Properties/Land Uses NORTH Commercial Comprehensive Plan C – “Commercial” Zoning/Land Use PD 290 “Planned Development” SOUTH Commercial Comprehensive Plan C – “Commercial” Zoning/Land Use PD 244 “Planned Development” EAST Commercial Comprehensive Plan C – “Commercial” Zoning/Land Use PD 290 “Planned Development” WEST Commercial Comprehensive Plan C – “Commercial” Zoning/Land Use RB “Retail Business 81.8.2noslO miTyellaV elppA 2.8.18Tim OlsonApple Valley8’ from sidewalk1’ from curb 30'30'NSHEET NUMBERNO.DATESURVEYAPPROVEDDESIGNEDDRAWNPROJ. NO.WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF PRINT NAME: SIGNATURE: DATE:LIC. NO.REVISIONEXHIBIT PROJ_NOCITY OF APPLE VALLEY, MINNESOTA 7100 147TH ST WAPPLE VALLEY, MN 55124 I T E M: 4.F. C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Consent A genda Description: A pprove P roof of Parking Agreement with W ings Financial Credit Union S taff Contact: A lex Sharpe, Planner and Economic Development S pecialist Department / Division: Community Development Department Applicant: W ings Financial Credit Union P roject Number: P C18-07-B Applicant Date: 60 Days: 120 Days: AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Approve Proof of Parking Agreement with Wings Financial Credit Union. S UM M ARY: Wings Financial purchased and has been extensively updating the building known as the Commons II building, located at 15025 Glazier Ave. T his building will be used as supplementary office for the expanding Wings Financial, primarily for their mortgage offices. T hus far, the exterior facade of the building has been stained grey to match the Wings primary facility, a heated walkway is under construction, and extensive interior improvements have been completed. Wings Financial has worked with staff to determine parking needs for the site, and we have determined that the site has more parking than they require. T his allows an underused parking area to be returned to green space, which is preferred by staff and Wings. In order to remove existing parking that was required during the original construction, a proof of parking agreement with the City is required. T his process is primarily administrative, but requires the Mayor and C ity C lerk to sign the agreement. T he Proof of Parking Agreement is attached to this report for reference. B AC K G RO UND: City C ode allows developments to install 75% of their required parking with a proof of parking agreement. Required parking for this site has been evaluated by staff, and found to be adequate to the current build-out with Wings as the primary tenant. T he agreement was drafted by the City A ttorney, and states that if parking on the site becomes an issue, Wings is responsible for finding a parking solution. T he options for this can be the re-installation of the parking field, or a shared parking agreement with their adjacent sites. T his allows Wings Financial several options in the future should parking become an issue. B UD G E T I M PAC T: N/A AT TAC HM E NT S : Agreement I T E M: 4.G. C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Consent A genda Description: A pprove L icense A greement with St. P aul Growers A ssociation, I nc., for 2018 Apple Valley Farmers Market in Municipal Center Parking L ot S taff Contact: Thomas L ovelace, City Planner Department / Division: Community Development Department Applicant: S t. Paul Growers Association, I nc. P roject Number: 3810 Applicant Date: 5/11/2018 60 Days: 120 Days: AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Approve the draft license agreement with the St. Paul Growers Association, Inc., to allow for the operation of a farmers market at the Apple Valley Municipal C enter from 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays, from J une 9, 2018, through October 27, 2018; and that the Mayor and City C lerk be authorized to sign the agreement. S UM M ARY: For your consideration is the 2018 Apple Valley Farmers Market license agreement that will allow the St. Paul Growers Association, Inc., to once again operate a farmers market at the Apple Valley Municipal C enter. T his agreement, which has been prepared by the C ity, would allow use of the Municipal C enter parking lot Saturdays, from J une 9, 2018 through October 27, 2018, during the hours of 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for set up, operation of the market, take down, and clean up. T he market itself will be open for business from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. T he market will again be located on the south half of the lot, with customer parking on the north half. T he south half of the Municipal C enter parking lot is located on property owned by Dakota County. An agreement between the City and C ounty allows for use of the lot by the C ity for parking purposes. Allowing the farmers market to operate on this section of the lot is outside the terms of the agreement and therefore requires approval by Dakota County Board of C ommissioners. C ounty staff informed the C ity that a request such as this no longer needs approval by the Dakota C ounty Board of C ommissioners and approval is now an administrative action, which they stated will occur upon notification of City C ouncil approval. B AC K G RO UND: N/A B UD G E T I M PAC T: N/A AT TAC HM E NT S : Map Agreement LICENSE AGREEMENT This License Agreement (hereinafter "License") is made this ____ day of ____________, 2018 by and between CITY OF APPLE VALLEY, a Minnesota municipal corporation (hereinafter the "City"), and the ST. PAUL GROWERS ASSOCIATION, INC., a Minnesota non-profit corporation (hereinafter "Growers"). City and Growers are collectively referred to as the "Parties". WHEREAS, the City is the fee owner of certain property located in the City of Apple Valley, County of Dakota and legally described as Lot 2, Block 1, Western Service Center (hereinafter “Property”); and WHEREAS, Growers has requested that the City grant to it a license for the installation of temporary facilities for the sale of produce, as well as ingress and egress and parking spaces over and across a portion of the Property as shown and delineated on Exhibit “A” attached hereto (hereinafter the “Licensed Premises”); and WHEREAS, the City is willing to grant the license to Growers upon the terms and conditions contained herein. NOW, THEREFORE, for the benefit to the public, and in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows: 1. Grant of License. The City hereby grants a license for the use of the Licensed Premises to Growers for the installation of temporary facilities for the sale of produce, ingress, egress and parking purposes. 2. Term. The term of the License granted herein shall commence on June 9, 2018, and be in full force and effect every Saturday from June 9, 2018 to October 27, 2018, at which date this license shall automatically expire. 3. Hours of Operation. Growers may sell produce from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on the Licensed Premises every Saturday during the term of this License. Growers shall be allowed on the Licensed Premises at 6:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. every Saturday during the term of this License to allow for set up and clean up of operation. 4. Payment of Costs. Growers shall be responsible for any and all charges associated with the construction of any temporary facility upon or across the Licensed Premises. Further, Growers shall be responsible for any clean up at the end of each day which shall be performed by 2:00 p.m. daily and all maintenance associated with any improvement made upon the Licensed Premises. If Growers fail to maintain and/or clean the Licensed Premises, the City may, at its election, declare this License immediately terminated. Growers shall be invoiced for any clean-up costs 2 that the City pays as a result of Growers’ failure to perform. Growers shall be responsible for any and all costs associated with the City's providing of a portable restroom for Grower's use during the license period. Growers shall prepay the sum of $247.50 to the City as the initial cost of the portable restroom. 5. Insurance and Indemnification. Growers shall maintain comprehensive liability insurance in the amount of $3,000,000.00. Growers shall name the City as an additional insured on the policy and shall provide a copy of said insurance certificate to the City contemporaneously with the execution of this Agreement. Growers shall indemnify and hold the City harmless from any and all claims arising out of or relating to its use of the Licensed Premises. 6. Termination. The City may terminate this Agreement at any time by providing Growers with thirty (30) days prior written notice. 7. Notice. Any notices under this Agreement shall be delivered personally or mailed to the respective parties by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, at the following respective addresses: If to the City: City of Apple Valley Attn: Pamela J. Gackstetter, City Clerk 7100 147th Street West Apple Valley, MN 55124 With a copy to: Michael G. Dougherty, City Attorney Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills, & Bauer, P.A. 14985 Glazier Avenue Apple Valley, MN 55124 If to Growers: St. Paul Growers Association, Inc. Attn: David Kotsonas, SPFM Manager 290 East 5th Street St. Paul, MN 55101 8. Covenant. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties, their successors and assigns and shall run with the land. 3 ST. PAUL GROWERS ASSOCIATION, INC., a Minnesota non-profit corporation By: _____________________________ Its: _____________________________ CITY OF APPLE VALLEY By: ________________________________ Mary Hamann-Roland Its: Mayor By: ________________________________ Pamela J. Gackstetter Its: Clerk STATE OF MINNESOTA) )ss. COUNTY OF DAKOTA) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ______ day of _______________________, 2018, by ___________________________________________, the ______________________________ of, St. Paul Growers Association, Inc., a Minnesota non- profit corporation, on behalf of the corporation. ____________________________________ Notary Public STATE OF MINNESOTA) )ss. COUNTY OF DAKOTA) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ______ day of ______________, 2018, by Mary Hamann-Roland and Pamela J. Gackstetter, the Mayor and Clerk of the City of Apple Valley, a Minnesota municipal corporation, on behalf of the municipal corporation. ____________________________________ Notary Public 4 THIS INSTRUMENT WAS ORIGINALLY DRAFTED BY: DOUGHERTY, MOLENDA SOLFEST, HILLS, & BAUER, P.A. 14985 Glazier Avenue Apple Valley, MN 55124 952-432-3136 (EFW: 66-11273) I T E M: 4.H. C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Consent A genda Description: A dopt Resolution A pproving Governmental L ease Purchase A greement for Mowers at Valleywood Golf Course S taff Contact: Ron Hedberg, Finance Director Department / Division: Finance Department AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Adopt resolution approving the Governmental Lease Purchase Agreement No. 008-0741727- 300 dated as of March 27, 2018, for the financing of mowers at Valleywood Golf Course. S UM M ARY: T C F Equipment Finance is requesting that the City Council adopt the attached resolution approving Governmental Lease Purchase Agreement No. 008-0741727-300 for the financing of mowers at Valleywood Golf C ourse. B AC K G RO UND: T he C ity C ouncil approved agreements on March 22, 2018, for the leasing of equipment purchased from MT I Distributing, Inc., with the financing provided by T C F Equipment Finance. T he equipment purchased from MT I included a fairway, rough, and greens mowers at a total purchase price of $180,268.62. B UD G E T I M PAC T: T he total Valleywood Golf budget impact over the five year lease is $198,218.45. AT TAC HM E NT S : Resolution CITY OF APPLE VALLEY RESOLUTION NO. 2018- A RESOLTUION FOR GOVERNMENTAL LEASE-PURCHASE AGREEMENT NO. 008-0741727-300 DATED AS OF March 27, 2018 WHEREAS, a resolution authorizing the negotiation, execution, and delivery of Governmental Lease-Purchase Agreement No. 008-0741727-300 dated March 27, 2018, (the "Lease"), in principal amount not to exceed $180,010.39, between the City of Apple Valley d/b/a Valleywood Golf, 4851 McAndrews Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124, and TCF Equipment Finance, a division of TCF National Bank, 1111 West San Marnan Drive, Suite A2 West, Waterloo, IA 50701-8926: and prescribing other details in connection therewith. WHEREAS, the City of Apple Valley d/b/a Valleywood Golf, (the "Lessee") is a political subdivision duly organized and existing pursuant to the Constitution and laws of the State of Minnesota; and WHEREAS, Lessee is duly authorized by applicable law to acquire such items of personal property as are needed to carry out its governmental functions and to acquire such personal property by entering into lease-purchase agreements; and WHEREAS, Lessee hereby finds and determines that the execution of a Lease for the purpose of leasing with the option to purchase the property designated and set forth in Attachment 2 to the Lease is appropriate and necessary to the function and operations of the Lessee; and WHEREAS, TCF Equipment Finance, a division of TCF National Bank, (the "Lessor") shall act as Lessor under said Lease; and WHEREAS, the Lease shall not constitute a general obligation indebtedness of the Lessee within the meaning of the Constitution and laws of the State; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Apple Valley d/b/a Valleywood Golf, Dakota County, Minnesota: Section 1. The Lease, in substantially the form as presently before the governing body of the Lessee, is hereb y approved, and the Mayor and City Clerk of the Lessee, is hereby authorized to nego tiate, enter into, execute, and deliver the Lease and related documents in substantially the form as presently before the governing body of the Lessee, with such changes therein as shall be approved by such officer, and which Lease will be available for public inspection at the offices of Lessee. Section 2. The Lessee shall, and the officers, agents and employees of the Lessee are hereby authorized and directed to take such further action and execute such other documents, certificates and instruments as may be necessary or desirable to carry out and comply with the 2 intent of this Resolution, and to carry out, comply with and perform the duties of the Lessee with respect to the Lease. Section 3. The Lessee's obligations under the Lease shall be expressly subject to annual appropriation by Lessee: and such obligations under the Lease shall not constitute a general obligation of Lessee or indebtedness of Lessee within the meaning of the Constitution and laws of the State of Minnesota. Section 4. All other related contracts and agreements necessary and incidental to the Lease are hereby authorized, ratified and approved Section 5. Lessee reasonably anticipates to issue not more than $1,0 000,000 of tax- exempt obligations (other than "private activity bonds" which are not "qualified 501(c)(3) bonds") during the current calendar year and hereby designates the Lease as a "qualified tax- exempt obligation" for purposes of Section 265(b) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. Section 6. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption and approval. ADOPTED this 24th day of May, 2018. ____________________________________ Mary Hamann-Roland, Mayor ATTEST: _______________________________________ Pamela J. Gackstetter, City Clerk I T E M: 4.I . C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Consent A genda Description: A pprove Agreement with P ro-Tec Design, I nc., for Hayes Campus Security Camera S ystem S taff Contact: Charles Grawe, A ssistant City A dministrator Department / Division: Administration / I nformation Technologies AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Approve the agreement with Pro-Tec Design, Inc., for Hayes Campus Security Camera System in the amount of $71,120.75. S UM M ARY: T he C ity has been migrating its building surveillance cameras and recording systems onto a common platform. Many of the cameras in the Hayes campus date back to the 1990's or 2000's and use technologies that are no longer compatible with modern digital recording. A number of areas are currently not covered with cameras that need camera coverage. T his project would replace and add cameras to the Hayes C ampus facilities and connect them to the City's network. B AC K G RO UND: Security surveillance is a critical part of the City's security systems. T he City is migrating all of its site surveillance to a common system that can be easily monitored over the C ity's network. T his project covers the C ommunity C enter, Senior Center, and Hayes Arena in a total amount of $71,120.75. T he goods and services are being purchased through the State of Minnesota purchasing contract S-813(5). Staff intends to use the C ity's standard contract form. Staff recommends approval of a standard form agreement with Pro-Tec Design, Inc. for Municipal Center Security C amera System in the amount of $71,120.75. B UD G E T I M PAC T: T he $71,120.75 would come from the C able T V Capital Fund which is providing funds for the camera project this year. I T E M: 4.J . C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Consent A genda Description: A pprove Agreement with Ron Kassa Construction, I nc., for Project 2018-130, 2018 Concrete Removal & Replacement S ervices S taff Contact: Michael Glewwe, P ublic Works S uperintendent - Streets Department / Division: S treets Division AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Approve agreement with Ron Kassa C onstruction Inc, for Project 2018-130, 2018 C oncrete Removal & Replacement Services in the amount of $28,910.00. S UM M ARY: On April 26, 2018, C ity staff solicited quotations from six companies for removal and replacement of public sidewalks at various locations throughout the C ity. Two companies submitted quotes, Ron Kassa Construction Inc, submitted the low quote. T he majority of this work will take place in the sidewalk survey area located between J ohnny C ake Ridge Road and C edar Avenue. C oncrete services include removal and replacement of B618 and D412 curb, sidewalk, pedestrian curb ramp, truncated dome panels, and replacement of sidewalk removed by C ity employees. T he attachment quote tabulation, Exhibit A, provides an itemized breakdown of costs. A standard City agreement will be utilized for this project. B AC K G RO UND: N/A B UD G E T I M PAC T: Funding for this project is included in the 2018 operating budget for the Public Works Street Division. AT TAC HM E NT S : Bid / Quote Tabulation Exhibit A BID TABULATION PROJECT 2018-130 2018 CONCRETE REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT SERVICES ITEM EST.UNIT TOTAL UNIT TOTAL No.ITEM UNIT QUANTITY PRICE PRICE PRICE PRICE 1 B618 CURB LF 50 $38.00 $1,900.00 $34.00 $1,700.00 2 D412 CURB LF 50 $38.00 $1,900.00 $33.00 $1,650.00 3 SIDEWALK SF 500 $6.50 $3,250.00 $8.00 $4,000.00 4 SIDEWALK REMOVED BY OTHER SF 4,500 $4.60 $20,700.00 $6.25 $28,125.00 5 PEDESTRIAN CURB RAMP SF 100 $10.00 $1,000.00 $8.00 $800.00 6 TRUNCATED DOME PANEL SF 4 $40.00 $160.00 $37.00 $148.00 TOTAL BID $28,910.00 $36,423.00 J.W.S. ConstructionRon Kassa Construction Inc S:\public-works\private\Projects\2018 Public Infrastructure Projects\2018-130 2018 Concrete Removal & Replacement Services\Bid Tab 2018-130.xlsx I T E M: 4.K. C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Consent A genda Description: A pprove P ersonnel Report S taff Contact: Melissa Haas, Human Resources Manager Department / Division: Human Resources Division AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Approve the personnel report. S UM M ARY: T he employment actions attached to this memo are recommended for City C ouncil Approval. B AC K G RO UND: T he City Council's approval of the Personnel Report includes the ratification of the City Administrator's actions in carrying out the terms and conditions of the employment of the City personnel. B UD G E T I M PAC T: Budgeted positions. AT TAC HM E NT S : Personnel Report PERSONNEL REPORT May 24, 2018 City of Apple Valley Human Resources EMPLOYMENT ACTIONS The following employment actions are recommended for City Council approval: First Name Last Name Action Position Status Dept. Base Pay Rate Pay Type Pay Scale Date (on or about) Maren Beach Rehire Lifeguard II Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 12.55 Hourly C‐03 6/1/2018 Robert Beane Rehire Facility Attendant Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.50 Hourly C‐01 6/1/2018 Lauren Bogart Hire Lifeguard I Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.50 Hourly C‐02 6/1/2018 Jacob Borman Rehire Maintenance I Casual, Seasonal 1710 $ 12.88 Hourly SM1 5/15/2018 Ethan Brenna Hire Golf Outside Service Attendant Casual, Seasonal 5105 $ 10.00 Hourly C‐01 5/26/2018 Corinne Cole Rehire Lifeguard I Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 11.00 Hourly C‐02 6/1/2018 Abigail Collins Hire Lifeguard I Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.50 Hourly C‐02 6/1/2018 Allyson Collins Hire Lifeguard I Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.50 Hourly C‐02 6/1/2018 Thomas Cosgrove Rehire Facility Attendant Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 11.30 Hourly C‐01 6/1/2018 Marissa Cygan Hire Recreation Facility Assistant Casual, Variable Hour 5105 $ 11.05 Hourly C‐03 5/19/2018 Hunter DeWall Hire Maintenance I Casual, Seasonal 1710 $ 12.16 Hourly SM1 5/15/2018 Claudia Dougan Hire Facility Attendant Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.00 Hourly C‐01 6/1/2018 Kailey Felch Hire Facility Attendant Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.00 Hourly C‐01 6/1/2018 Ian Field Hire Maintenance I Casual, Seasonal 1710 $ 12.16 Hourly SM1 5/15/2018 Quinn Foerster Hire Maintenance I Casual, Seasonal 5105 $ 12.16 Hourly SM1 5/21/2018 Alexander Golliet Hire Facility Attendant Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.00 Hourly C‐01 6/1/2018 Hayden Hanlon Rehire Maintenance I Casual, Seasonal 1710 $ 13.24 Hourly SM1 5/15/2018 Miles Hendrickson Rehire Golf Outside Service Attendant Casual, Seasonal 5105 $ 10.75 Hourly C‐01 5/19/2018 Zach Herro Rehire Maintenance I Casual, Seasonal 1710 $ 12.48 Hourly SM1 5/15/2018 Allyson Johnson Rehire Lifeguard I Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 11.95 Hourly C‐02 6/1/2018 Hailey Karnowski Hire Facility Attendant Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.00 Hourly C‐01 6/1/2018 Keely Kleopfer Rehire Pool Manager Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 16.50 Hourly C‐08 5/12/2018 Jon Koenig Rehire Maintenance I Casual, Seasonal 5105 $ 12.88 Hourly SM1 5/15/2018 Jackson Lee Rehire Facility Attendant Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.75 Hourly C‐01 6/1/2018 Brian Leonard Hire Maintenance I Casual, Seasonal 1710 $ 12.16 Hourly SM1 5/15/2018 The Council’s approval of the Personnel Report includes the ratification of the City Administrator’s actions in carrying out the terms and conditions of the employment of the City personnel. Page 1 of 3 PERSONNEL REPORT May 24, 2018 City of Apple Valley Human Resources First Name Last Name Action Position Status Dept. Base Pay Rate Pay Type Pay Scale Date (on or about) Justin Louis Casual to Full‐ Time Maintenance I Full‐Time, Regular 1710 $ 19.30 Hourly UM1 5/25/2018 Reed Luczak Rehire Pool Manager Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 16.50 Hourly C‐08 5/12/2018 Matt Majeski Hire Maintenance I Casual, Seasonal 5365 $ 12.16 Hourly SM1 6/8/2018 Hannah Marks Rehire Lifeguard I Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.75 Hourly C‐02 6/1/2018 Tess Matalamaki Rehire Facility Attendant Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.25 Hourly C‐01 6/1/2018 Lillian McCollum Rehire Lead Puppet Performer Casual, Seasonal 1800 $ 12.20 Hourly C‐04 6/1/2018 Carly McDonald Hire Recreation Program Leader Casual, Seasonal 1800 $ 10.50 Hourly C‐02 6/1/2018 Garrett McKay Rehire Head Guard Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 13.15 Hourly C‐04 6/1/2018 Greg Merseth Hire Sales Clerk Casual, Variable Hour 5090 $ 11.00 Hourly L‐1 5/16/2018 Ben Moorlach Rehire Water Safety Instructor Casual, Seasonal 1930 $ 11.90 Hourly C‐04 6/1/2018 Braxsten O'Connor Bell Rehire Lifeguard I Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 11.00 Hourly C‐02 6/1/2018 Samantha Piekarski Rehire Pool Manager Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 16.90 Hourly C‐08 6/1/2018 Jenae Quam Hire Lifeguard I Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.50 Hourly C‐02 6/1/2018 Francisco Rivera Hire Sales Clerk Casual, Variable Hour 5090 $ 11.00 Hourly L‐1 5/5/2018 Abigail Rousseau Rehire Water Safety Instructor Casual, Seasonal 1930 $ 12.20 Hourly C‐04 6/1/2018 Charles Russell Acting Assignment Acting Fire Chief Full‐Time, Regular 1300 $ 114,457.00 Annual 240E 5/25/2018 Madison Saam Hire Facility Attendant Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.00 Hourly C‐01 6/1/2018 Owen Sackmaster Rehire Lifeguard I Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 11.00 Hourly C‐02 6/1/2018 Maxwell Schaefer Rehire Lifeguard I Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.75 Hourly C‐02 6/1/2018 Maya Seeley Hire Lifeguard I Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.50 Hourly C‐02 6/1/2018 Makaila Smith Rehire Lifeguard I Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.75 Hourly C‐02 6/1/2018 Alan Spillers Promotion Police Sergeant Full‐Time, Regular 1200 $ 7,869.00 Monthly SGT 5/25/2018 Nicole Stevens Rehire Pool Manager Casual, Seasonal 1930 $ 17.30 Hourly C‐08 6/1/2018 Jack Takahashi Hire Facility Attendant Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.00 Hourly C‐01 6/1/2018 Grant Udelhofen Rehire Maintenance I Casual, Variable Hour 1600 $ 12.88 Hourly SM1 5/19/2018 Erik Wanberg Rehire Recreation Program Assistant Casual, Seasonal 1800 $ 10.25 Hourly C‐01 6/1/2018 Cataharina Winter Hire Lifeguard I Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.50 Hourly C‐02 6/1/2018 The Council’s approval of the Personnel Report includes the ratification of the City Administrator’s actions in carrying out the terms and conditions of the employment of the City personnel. Page 2 of 3 PERSONNEL REPORT May 24, 2018 City of Apple Valley Human Resources First Name Last Name Action Position Status Dept. Base Pay Rate Pay Type Pay Scale Date (on or about) Zachary Wipf Hire Facility Attendant Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.00 Hourly C‐01 6/1/2018 Andrew Yung Rehire Facility Attendant Casual, Seasonal 1940 $ 10.25 Hourly C‐01 6/1/2018 The Council’s approval of the Personnel Report includes the ratification of the City Administrator’s actions in carrying out the terms and conditions of the employment of the City personnel. Page 3 of 3 I T E M: 4.L . C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Consent A genda Description: A pprove Claims and B ills S taff Contact: Ron Hedberg, Finance Director Department / Division: Finance Department AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Approve claims and bills. S UM M ARY: Attached for C ity C ouncil review and approval are check registers for recent claims and bills. B AC K G RO UND: N/A B UD G E T I M PAC T: Check registers dated May 3, 2018, and May 9, 2018, in the amounts of $671,599.04, and $292,195.02, respectively. AT TAC HM E NT S : Claims and Bills Claims and Bills I T E M: 5.A. C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Regular A genda Description: A dopt Resolution Proclaiming "52nd A nnual A pple Valley F reedom Days Celebration" S taff Contact: Director Barry Bernstein and F reedom Days Coordinator Pat S chesso Department / Division: Parks and Recreation Department AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Adopt resolution proclaiming "52nd Annual Apple Valley Freedom Days Celebration." S UM M ARY: Apple Valley Freedom Days Committee has organized an event worthy of the 52nd anniversary of the annual Freedom Days celebration. T hey ask City C ouncil recognition of the event by proclaiming it the "52nd Annual Apple Valley Freedom Days C elebration." T hey also encourage community participation in the many fun activities surrounding the event. B AC K G RO UND: Some of the "52nd Annual Apple Valley Freedom Days Celebration" events include: Wednesday, June 27 Kids Fishing Derby Friday, June 29 Car/Truck/Motorcycle Show Sunday, July 1 Music at Johnny Cake Tuesday, July 3 Family Fun Night Wednesday, July 4 Fun Run, Parade, Pre- Fireworks Entertainment, and Fireworks T hursday, July 5 Rain Out Date for Fireworks only B UD G E T I M PAC T: 2018 Budget Items 4th of J uly Fireworks $25,000.00 4th of J uly Parade $20,000.00 AT TAC HM E NT S : Resolution Exhibit Presentation CITY OF APPLE VALLEY RESOLUTION NO. 2018-69 A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APPLE VALLEY FREEDOM DAYS CELEBRATION WHEREAS, the City of Apple Valley is proud to be a part of this great Nation and its heritage; and WHEREAS, this Nation became Independent on July 4, 1776, and Apple Valley wishes to honor this momentous occasion with a community-wide celebration; and WHEREAS, the Apple Valley residents, civic organizations, business community, Parks and Recreation Department, and Apple Valley Freedom Days Committee have joined together to develop a fantastic community celebration for this the 52nd year. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Apple Valley that June 27, 2018, through July 4, 2018, is hereby proclaimed to be: “The 52nd Annual Apple Valley Freedom Days Celebration” and is declared a community festival and Council encourages the citizens to support and participate in the celebration. ADOPTED this 24th day of May, 2018. ___________________________________ Mary Hamann-Roland, Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________________ Pamela Gackstetter, City Clerk 2018 FREEDOM DAYS SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Wednesday, June 27 Fishing Derby at Lac Lavon Fishing Pier Where: Lac Lavon Fishing Pier, (off Gardenview Drive) When: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm (registration starts at 5:30) Bring your fishing pole. Bait will be provided. Mom & Dad should bring a lawn chair and/or blanket. Registration starts at 5:30 pm at the site. This event is sponsored by the Minnesota In-Valley Fisherman. Friday, June 29 J & K Amusements Carnival OPENING DAY!!! Time: TBD Where: Johnny Cake Ridge Park East: 5800 140th St W Car and Motorcycle Show Dancin' & Cruisin' Where: Apple Valley American Legion Time: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Fee: Entry fee is $15.00 which goes towards Freedom Days fundraising efforts. Register for the car show. Includes dash plaque, first 100 vehicles receive a goodie bag. Music by DJ Sounds. Food and beverages for purchase. Saturday, June 30 J & K Amusements Carnival Time: TBD Where: Johnny Cake Ridge Park East: 5800 140th St W Sunday, July 1 Music at Johnny Cake Time: 6:00PM – 7:30PM Where: Johnny Cake Ridge Park East: 5800 140th St W Freedom Days celebrates their 52nd Anniversary with live music by the Saddle Sores, featuring classic country music from the 50s, 60s and 70s. J & K Amusements Carnival Time: TBD Where: Johnny Cake Ridge Park East: 5800 140th St W Tuesday, July 3 Family Fun Night Time: 5:00PM - 9:00PM Where: Johnny Cake Park East: 5800 140th St W • Petting Zoo – $3.00 per child (parents free!!) • Pony Rides – $3.00 per child • Zuhrah Funsters • Food • Kids dance • Games • AV Police and Fire units on site for tours! LOTS OF FUN FOR ALL!!!! Patriotic Pet Contest Time: 6:30PM Sponsored by: DDG (Dog Day Getaway) Where: Johnny Cake Ridge Park East: 5800 140th St W J & K Amusements Carnival Time: 4:00PM – 9:00PM Where: Johnny Cake Ridge Park East: 5800 140th St W $10 Wristband special from 1-5pm and 6-10 pm Wednesday, July 4 Parks and Recreation Fun Run Time: 8:00AM Where: Hayes Park: 14603 Hayes Road Apple Valley Freedom Days Parade Time: 1:00PM • Parade starts at Fireside Lane and Pennock Ave • Remember – chairs and blankets cannot be put out until 9am • High School Bands, Drum and Bugle, Clowns, Horses, carriages, FAMILY FUN!! J & K Amusements Carnival Time: 10:00AM – 10:00PM Where: Johnny Cake Ridge Park East: 5800 140th St W Pre-Fireworks Party Time: 6:00PM – 10:00PM Where: Johnny Cake Ridge Park East: 5800 140th St W • Music, dancing, games • Food Vendors • Playground for kids FIREWORKS SHOW Time: 10:00PM Where: Johnny Cake Ridge Park East: 5800 140th St W Thursday, July 5 Fireworks Rain Makeup Date 2018 Apple Valley Freedom Days June 27 –July 4 Wednesday, June 27 Fishing Derby, 6-8pm Lac Lavon Fishing Pier Friday, June 29 Dancin’ & Cruisin’ Car and Motorcycle Show –Music by DJ Sounds Apple Valley American Legion 4 pm –9 pm J & K Carnival –Opening Day Sunday, July 1 Music at Johnny Cake -Saddle Sores Johnny Cake Ridge Park –East 6:00 pm –7:30 pm Tuesday, July 3 J & K Carnival 4pm-10pm Family Fun Night 5-9pm July 4: Fun Runs (2 & 5 Mile) Hayes Park; 8:00 a.m. start July 4: Parade Pennock Avenue to 145th Street to Hayes Road 1:00 pm start Chairs & blankets can go out at 9am Wednesday, July 4 Pre-Fireworks Party 6pm –10 pm •Music •Dancing •Games •Food Vendors Wednesday, July 4 Fireworks Display 10:00 p.m. www.avfreedomdays.com I T E M: 5.B. C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Regular A genda Description: A pprove I ssuance of Temporary Event L icense in Connection with Community F estival to A pple Valley A merican L egion on J une 29, 2018 S taff Contact: P amela J . Gackstetter, City Clerk Department / Division: City Clerk’s Office AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Approve the issuance of a Temporary Event License in connection with a community festival to the Apple Valley American Legion, Post 1776, for use on J une 29, 2018, outdoors at 14521 Granada Drive. S UM M ARY: Apple Valley American Legion, Post 1776, has filed an application for a Temporary Event License for on-sale intoxicating liquor in connection with a community festival for use outdoors at 14521 Granada Drive. T he event is called Dancin' and Cruisin' and will be held on J une 29, 2018, from 4:00 p.m. to midnight. T his event is being planned in conjunction with the Fourth of J uly C elebration and coordinated with the Apple Valley Freedom Days Committee. T he area where liquor will be served will be fenced and security will be provided. Music will be played in the outdoor pavilion from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Upper 145th Street and a portion of Granada Drive will be closed to accommodate the show cars. Maps showing the setup and street closure are attached as well as the letter requesting the Temporary Event License. A certificate of insurance showing there is liquor liability insurance coverage for this event has been provided. B AC K G RO UND: Minn. Stat. 340A.404, subd. 4, allows the governing body of a municipality to authorize a holder of a retail on-sale intoxicating liquor license issued by the municipality to dispense intoxicating liquor off premises at a community festival held within the municipality. T he above request appears to meet the requirements of the law and can be approved by Council. B UD G E T I M PAC T: N/A AT TAC HM E NT S : Applicant L etter I T E M: 5.C. C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Regular A genda Description: A uthorize Distribution of Draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update S taff Contact: Thomas L ovelace, City Planner Department / Division: Community Development Department Applicant: City of Apple Valley P roject Number: P C17-06-P Applicant Date: 60 Days: 120 Days: AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: A motion to authorize the distribution of the draft 2040 C omprehensive Plan Update to adjacent cities, Dakota County, school districts, and state agencies for their review. S UM M ARY: All cities and counties within the seven-county Twin C ities Metropolitan Region are required to update their comprehensive plan every ten years. As required by the Minnesota Metropolitan Land Planning Act, each local jurisdiction's plan must fit within the regional goals set forth by the Metropolitan C ouncil. T he C ouncil has established their regional goals in T hrive 2040, which is the vision for the region over the next 30 years. T hrive MS P 2040 sets the policy foundations for systems and policy plans developed by the C ouncil, which include transportation, water resources, regional parks, and housing policy plans. Upon completion of these policy plans, the Council prepares and distributes a system statement to each community and county in the region. T his document addresses the implications of the metropolitan systems plans for each community in the region and are intended to help in the preparation or update of their comprehensive plan. Included in the statement is information specific to each community, which in our case included: Our City's designation as "Suburban", which are communities that experienced growth and expansion in the 1980s and early 1990s, typically have auto-oriented development patterns at lower densities. Suburban communities are expected to plan for forecasted population and household growth at average densities of at least 5 units per acre for new development and redevelopment. T hey are also expected to identify opportunities for more intensive development near regional transit investments. Forecasted population, households, and employment through 2040, which the C ouncil has determined to be: 2010 (act.) 2014 (est.)2020 2030 2040 P opulation 49,084 50,330 55,500 59,200 63,600 Households 18,875 19,341 21,700 23,300 24,900 E mployment 14,279 15,479 15,800 16,400 17,100 Guidance on appropriate densities to ensure that regional services and infrastructure can be provided in an efficient manner. T he C ity's affordable need allocation, which is 468 new units affordable to households earning up to 80% of area median income (A MI). Of these units 221 should be affordable to households earning at or below 30% of A MI, 118 affordable to households earning 31% to 50% of A MI, and 129 affordable to households earning 51% to 80% of A MI. Each plan is required to contain a land use, transportation, water resources (water supply, water quality, and wastewater), parks and trails, and housing chapter and may contain an economic chapter. Drafts of the required chapters have been completed and have been distributed to the Planning Commission. A public hearing to receive public comments on the draft 2040 C omprehensive Plan was scheduled for May 16, 2018, Planning C ommission meeting. Due to a scheduling conflict, the public hearing has been rescheduled for their J une 6, 2018, meeting. As was the case with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update, an economic chapter is being completed and will be reviewed by the City's Economic Development Authority at their May 24, meeting. B AC K G RO UND: As previously noted, the C ity is required to update the C omprehensive Plan every ten years, which looks out 20 years. T he primary focus of the 2040 Plan Update has been on updating facts and figures as the majority of the goals and policies set forth in the 2030 Plan remain relevant. T he SRF Consulting Group was retained to be the lead consultant and has be responsible for the preparation of the required Land Use, Housing, and Transportation chapters; as well as Vision, and Community C ontext chapters. Separate consultants were retained to prepare the Water Resources and Parks and Active Living chapters. T he Planning Commission, acting as the steering committee for the project, met with the consultants on seven occasions in 2017-18 to review and provide input on the Plan's chapters. T he consultant also attended the 2017 Home and Garden Expo, conducted an online survey, and met with several stakeholders such as D A RT S, School District 196, Dakota County Community Development Agency, Apple Valley C hamber of C ommerce, the Dakota C ounty Transportation Division, and the Alliance for Sustainability. Other outreach efforts included C ity staff attending this year's Home and G arden Expo and having C omp Plan information available for review by the attendees. And finally, open houses were held on A pril 30 and May 7 at the City C ouncil chambers where the public had an opportunity to review and discuss with staff the proposed update. T he draft chapters are also available for review on the on the City's website. T he next steps toward the final adoption of the 2040 C omprehensive Plan Update will be: May 24, 2018 - T he Economic Development Authority will review the Economic Development chapter and make its recommendation to the City C ouncil May 24, 2018 - T he C ity C ouncil will authorize the distribution of the Plan to adjacent cities, Dakota C ounty, school districts and state agencies for their required six- month review. J une 6, 2018 - T he Planning Commission will hold a public hearing. December 2018 - Make the appropriate changes from comments received and submit the final Plan to the Metropolitan C ouncil. B UD G E T I M PAC T: N/A AT TAC HM E NT S : Background Material Background Material Background Material Background Material Background Material Background Material Background Material Presentation CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 2-1 2. Vision for Apple Valley This Vision Statement identifies leading priorities and principals. desired for the City of Apple Valley, through 2040. The Comprehensive Plan is the blueprint to achieve this vision. The Vision Statement describes the Apple Valley of today and the community’s aspirations for tomorrow. In times of change or conflict, the Vision Statement serves as a compass, a centering point. Not all aspects of this vision statement pertain directly to the Comprehensive Plan. Therefore, the City government cannot be the sole stewards responsible for achieving this vision. As a shared vision for Apple Valley, all residents and businesses can take pride in their community and the contributions they make. The vision for the future of Apple Valley is described as a series of keys. These guiding principles work together to sustain and enhance valued aspects of the community. Applying these keys will open opportunities for future prosperity. The numbers associated with each key serve as a means of identification and emphasis and not as a ranking of priority or importance. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 2-2 Key 1 - Service City government provides the services, infrastructure, and land use controls that touch every aspect of this vision. While City government is not solely responsible for the vision, the vision cannot be realized without its leader- ship and stewardship. Quality leadership and excellent staff should be continued hallmarks of Apple Valley. City government should be responsive to community needs, holding firmly to community standards while retaining the flexibility to seize opportunities that arise. The City is a partner with business and industry. City government sets high standards for its financial stewardship, making investments that pay dividends in terms of the quality of life described in the Vision Statement. The quality of City government ultimately lies in the hands of our residents. We must care enough to become informed and involved. Governance in Apple Valley encourages and facilitates public involvement. Key 2 – A Great Place to Live Apple Valley is a great place to live. We build neighbor- hoods of enduring quality and character. They are active, healthy, and safe places. Tree-lined, well-maintained streets increase the beauty and comfort of our neighbor- hoods. The places we live are well-connected to parks, schools, shopping, and employment. Apple Valley offers choices in housing that allow people in all stages of their life to make a home in our community. Apple Valley is an affordable place to live. We encourage residents to be connected with one another and engaged in communi- ty life with a commitment to volunteerism. We promote pride in property that produces individual and collective action to enhance the quality, integrity, and value of our neighborhoods. We are committed to protecting the unique qualities which make Apple Valley a great place to live for current residents and future generations. Key 3 – Business Oriented Apple Valley is a magnet for businesses. We provide an excellent location, strong regional transportation connec- tions, a skilled workforce, and a strong marketplace. We work with the Chamber of Commerce and other business organizations to actively attract and retain businesses to achieve the vision of Apple Valley, while remaining com- mitted to our traditional high standards of quality. We seek an expanding array of jobs, goods, services, and en- tertainment that meet the needs of our residents. We en- courage businesses and their employees to play an active role in community life. We play an active role in the region to ensure that current and future transportation systems, housing stock, and amenities continue to provide Apple Valley residents with access, choice, and flexibility to pur- sue rewarding work. Economic development strategies are geared toward enhancing and sustaining live-work balance and attract- ing and retaining employers that pay living wages. Apple Valley has available land for development and redevelop- ment, a talented workforce, and the technological infra- structure to accomplish these goals. When more people live and work in Apple Valley, it reduces travel costs and air pollution, and mitigates highway congestion, resulting in savings to families and government. It gives people more time to spend with family and in the community. The City of Apple Valley emphasizes the importance of providing jobs that pay incomes capable of sustaining those families and their community. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 2-3 Key 4 – Safe Apple Valley maintains a strong commitment to safety in all places, at every hour of the day. Through excellent police, fire, and medical response services, our citizens feel safe knowing that help is only minutes away. We are committed to maintaining high service standards by add- ing resources as the community grows and changes. The commitment to safety requires involvement on the part of our residents. Apple Valley is a place where we care for our neighbors. Key 5 – Parks to Experience Parks are an integral part of the fabric of our community. Every home has walkable access to a city park. Parks pro- vide places for us to play and to gather with our neighbors. Parks help to preserve the natural environment of Apple Valley. Apple Valley’s parks are not seen as individual enti- ties, but as part of a broader, inter-connected system that provides a suite of attractions and amenities. Highlights of this system include the Minnesota Zoo, Dakota County, Lebanon Hills Regional Park and our many local neigh- borhood parks. The City provides and maintains a wide range of parks and recreational facilities with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the population. We are committed to providing the resources to maintain and im- prove Apple Valley parks. The City works collaboratively with Independent School District 196 (ISD), Independent School District 191, Dakota County, local athletic associ- ations and other groups to meet shared park and recre- ation needs. Key 6 – Healthy and Active Apple Valley’s policies are designed to make it the model of a healthy, active, and safe community. A comprehen- sive system of sidewalks, trails, and bike lanes connects neighborhoods, jobs, schools, and other destinations as an integral part of our transportation system. We offer a wide range of formal and informal recreation facilities that support a multitude of active and passive recreation activities. Food, health care, and other essential goods and services are readily accessible to all Apple Valley res- idents. We plan our community in ways that sustain the clean water and air on which we depend. Through best practices of storm water management, pollution mitiga- tion, and natural resources protection, we will continue to protect and sustain a healthy living environment CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 2-4 Key 7 – Sustainable Apple Valley is recognized as a MN Green City. We recog- nize that our community’s natural amenities need to be properly respected and managed. We must wisely use our natural, economic, and human resources to sustain the quality of life we enjoy. We seek to maintain water quality and conserve our freshwater, air quality, energy and other resources and capital for future generations. This requires a continued commitment to improving the efficiency of community facilities and infrastructure, from design con- cept to construction, operation, and repurposing. Like- wise, Apple Valley is committed to maintaining productive partnerships with the energy industry, regional nonprofits, and local businesses and institutions to expand access to renewable energy and minimize the city’s carbon foot- print. Throughout this plan, existing efforts and recom- mended initiatives related to sustainability or resilience are indicated by: . Appendix I contains an inventory of baseline energy usage, identifies future energy benchmarks, and outlines strategies to achieve them. Key 8 – Accessible The ability to move safely and efficiently within Apple Val- ley and the region is essential. At a basic level, Apple Val- ley’s transportation system must connect all residents to the services they need and desire. Apple Valley supports a multifaceted transportation system that can accom- modate automobiles, mass transit, bicycles and pedes- trians. Apple Valley should be a place of “great streets.” A great street extends beyond the street surface to the sidewalks and landscaping in the adjacent right-of-way. A great street provides for the safe and efficient movement of vehicles while encouraging travel by bicycle and by foot. A great street supports and enhances adjacent land use and adds to the quality of life and identity of Apple Valley. Key 9 – Successful Downtown Apple Valley has a unique, identifiable, and thriving down- town. Downtown Apple Valley will not be a singular place, but a collection of strongly connected and experiential destinations that serve and enhance the community. The core of the downtown area is the four quadrants of the Cedar Avenue/County Road 42 intersection. The scope of downtown Apple Valley continues to evolve in form, use, and density and has expanded to include Central Village, the Transit Station. The downtown area is and will continue to be a place of commerce. It is the primary location of the goods and ser- vices needed by Apple Valley residents and regional com- munities. Downtown must also continue to be the civic core of the community. We envision a downtown area that includes a growing mixture of places to shop, work, live, and play, and which encourages engagement with the built environment at a human scale. While businesses require safe and convenient access by car, the downtown should be designed to allow people to reach it and move within it on foot or bicycle. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 2-5 Key 10 – Exceptional Learning The quality of life in Apple Valley is inextricably linked to the quality of educational opportunities. Educating our children remains our highest priority. Schools are not only places to learn, but they are focal points of community life. Learning does not begin with kindergarten nor end with high school. It is a lifelong activity. We seek a future with increasing opportunities for continuing education lo- cated in Apple Valley. We work in strong partnership with Independent School District 196, Independent School District 191, St. Mary’s University and MacPhail School of Music, and other educational institutions to achieve this vision. Key 11 – Technology and Innovation Innovative technologies will emerge and expand through- out the world. These technologies will have a profound impact on all aspects of life. Although the specific nature of these technologies cannot be known, nor the level of acceptance, the arrow of innovation points toward in- creased automation in many sectors of the economy and in the urban systems which support them. In transporta- tion, examples include the continued development and deployment of automated and connected vehicles and intelligent transportation systems infrastructure. Advanc- es are made possible by the expanding sharing economy, which includes how we live and move about. Global cli- mate change compels alternative energy production, en- ergy consumption, and decarbonization, and investment in green technologies and resilient design. Apple Valley will position itself to be a leader in preparedness for these changes, and to capitalize on technological changes through wise saving, investment, and a flexible approach to governance. Key 12 – A Community for a Lifetime In 2019, Apple Valley is 50. It is a growing city that all res- idents proudly call home. We are committed to strength- ening our community through continued investment in its people and neighborhoods. Apple Valley’s housing, schools, parks, businesses, and cultural institutions pro- vide outstanding opportunities to live, work, play, and en- gage with fellow citizens, regardless of age or ability. We will proactively respond to the needs of changing demo- graphics, including the growing elderly community, young adults and their families, and minority citizens, by sup- porting a suitable mixture of housing and services. The City government will maintain strong working partner- ships with developers, nonprofits, regional government agencies, and other stakeholders who reflect these values in their own designs and policy initiatives. Apple Valley is a place where you can plant : grow : prosper. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-1 3. Community Context Introduction Planning for the future does not start on a clean slate. The future will be built on the foundation of Apple Valley, as it exists today. The community has evolved over time, shaped by a variety of geo- graphic, economic, and sociodemographic factors, as well as historical planning decisions. A clear un- derstanding of these influences provides the con- text for planning decisions now and in the future. It is impossible to plan without a careful exam- ination of the physical, demographic, social and economic characteristics of the community. What characteristics exist today and how are they likely to change over the course of this plan? Do these characteristics point to potential public actions through the Comprehensive Plan? The Communi- ty Context provides information needed to answer these questions. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-2 Location Apple Valley is located in Dakota County in the southern portion of the seven-county Twin Cities Metropolitan Area. The community is located ap- proximately 20 miles from downtown Saint Paul and 20 miles from downtown Minneapolis, and 13 miles from the Minneapolis-St. Paul Internation- al Airport. This location is ideal for residents who want to enjoy the amenities of the Twin Cities but prefer a more suburban lifestyle. Two major regional highways, I-35E and Cedar Avenue/Minnesota Trunk Highway 77 (MNTH 77), connect Apple Valley with employment cen- ters and amenities throughout the metro region. These highways also provide local businesses with excellent access to customers, employees, and shipping. Figure 3.1 shows the location of the City relative to the regional system of highways, regional parks, and outdoor recreation areas. Regional Planning Designation Apple Valley is designated as a suburban commu- nity in the Twin Cities’ regional plan, Thrive MSP 2040. Apple Valley experienced development in the 1908’s – 1990’s similar to other suburbs in the region. Following this growth, Apple Valley is ap- proaching buildout, but many opportunities remain for development. Similarly, the future roadway net- work is largely in place. Future transportation in- vestments will primarily focus on continued main- tenance and adaptive improvements to manage travel demand. Understanding Apple Valley’s sub- urban context is key to developing the land use plan, transportation plan, and other elements of the Comprehensive Plan. Historic Context The 2040 Comprehensive Plan update is part of an ongoing process of community planning in Ap- ple Valley. Land use management predates the incorporation of Apple Valley in 1969, Apple Valley became a statutory city on in 1974. The Lebanon Township Board adopted the first zoning ordinance in 1954 and formed the initial Planning Commis- sion in 1962. The first comprehensive plan was prepared in 1972 and used a “new town” concept of seven residential neighborhoods supported by village centers and the downtown area. The 1979 Land Use Plan responded to the require- ments of the 1976 Metropolitan Land Planning Act. The Comprehensive Plan was updated in 2000 (2020 Plan) and again in 2009 (2030 Plan). The 2030 Plan has served as the development guide for Apple Valley since it was adopted in 2009. Over the past fifty years, Apple Valley has trans- formed from a rural township to a city of more than 50,000 people. The remainder of this Historic Con- text section examines key trends, past plans, and recent development that frame the challenges that must be considered in planning for the next twenty years. Other sections of the Community Context chapter provide more detailed information about the demographic and physical characteristics of Apple Valley. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-3 %&c(?éA@ ?ØA@ %&d( ?±A@ %&f( !"`$ ?±A@ ?ÞA@ ?úA@ )y +¢ ?©A@ %&f( ?±A@ )y )p )m )p ?éA@ ?ÕA@ ?§A@ ?ØA@Apple Valley Bloomington Burnsville Cedar Lake Twp. Coates Cottage Grove Credit River Twp. Deephaven Helena Twp.Castle Rock Twp.Castle Rock Twp. Douglas Twp. Eagan Eden Prairie Edina Eureka Twp. Farmington Farmington Fort Snelling (unorg.) Hampton Twp. Hastings Hopkins Inver Grove Heights Jackson Twp. Lakeville Lilydale Louisville Twp. Maplewood Marshan Twp. Mendota Mendota Heights Mendota Heights Minnetonka Newport Nininger Twp. Nininger Twp. Richfield Rosemount St. Louis Park St. Paul Savage Shakopee Shorewood South St. Paul Sunfish Lake Vermillion Vermillion Twp. West St. Paul Woodbury Minneapolis Sand Creek Twp.Empire Twp. Empire Twp. Grey Cloud Island Twp. Grey Cloud Island Twp. New Market Twp. Prior Lake Spring Lake Twp. Spring Lake Twp. Spring Lake Twp. Chanhassen Legend Cities and Townships Regional Highways Regional Parks Lakes and Rivers Airport N 0 1 2 3Miles Figure 3.1 - Apple Valley Location CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-4 Current Trends Population Growth Apple Valley has grown steadily over the past fifty years, At the 2010 Census, Apple Valley’s popula- tion was 49,084, an increase of 3,557 from 2000. By 2020, the population is forecasted to grow to 55,500, an increase of 6,416 residents. The Met- ropolitan Council forecasts steady growth from 2020 to 2040, the planning horizon for this update of the Comprehensive Plan. The population is forecasted to grow to 63,600 by 2040, with growth averaging around 400 residents per year over the next two decades. Figure 3.2 shows historical and forecasted growth. Population growth and housing development go hand-in-hand. Figure 3.3 shows annual new housing starts, based on building permit data from the State of the Cities Data Systems (SOCDS) for the period 2006 to 2015. This chart makes sever- al important points about residential development trends in Apple Valley: • 1,214 new housing units were built from 2006 to 2015. A revised pace of development oc- curred at the time of a national economic re- cession. (The 2030 Plan reported 7,994 new units from 1998 to 2007.) The effect of the national housing bubble and subsequent re- cession is evident beginning in the late 2000s. Figure 3.3 - Annual Housing Units Permitted by Apple Valley Source: Metropolitan Council8,50221,81834,59845,52749,08450,16155,50059,20063,6002,0316,37611,14516,34418,87519,45421,70023,30024,9000 10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2015 2020*2030*2040* Population Households Figure 3.2 - Population and Households in Apple Valley Apple Valley is forecasted to add 14,000 residents by 2040. 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Single-Family Detached Multifamily (3 units or more)Townhomes (single-family attached)Duplex Source: Decennial Census, 2015 ACS, Metropolitan Council Forecasts CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-5 • 43% of the units were single family, 4% were multi-family structures with 3-4 units, and 53% were multi-family structures with five or more units. • Traditional single-family detached homes rep- resent 22% of total development since 2000. However, annual demand for new single-fami- ly homes was steady from 2000-2015. • Similarly, single-family attached homes (town- homes) represent 23% of total development since 2000. Townhome and condominium de- velopment occurred in the early 2000’s, and shows signs of increasing to 2040. This coin- cides with changes with changes in state stat- utes that reduce development liability. While these trends do not determine future hous- ing development, they lead to important ques- tions. What pace of new housing development can be expected in the short-term and the long-term? How can Apple Valley best encourage an appro- priate mix of new housing options? How does housing influence the characteristics of the future population? Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Development Another means of describing recent development trends comes from the value of new construction reported by building permits. Figure 3.4 shows the reported value of all building permits for commer- cial, industrial, and institutional from 2003 to 2015. Note that this chart does not express the number of establishments or the number/quality of jobs as- sociated with investment. New construction of commercial, industrial, and institutional dipped during the recession, although redevelopment did continue to occur. Following the recession, there has been steady develop- ment of new commercial, industrial, and institu- tional facilities. • The permitted value for new commercial, in- dustrial, and institutional development aver- aged $16.7 million from 2003 to 2015, ranging from a low of no development in 2011 to $34.7 million in 2006. • Commercial development, which includes businesses that provide goods and/or ser- vices, constituted 47% of the total investment in non-residential development since 2003. Commercial development occurred in every year but 2011. • Public and Institutional development constitut- ed 34% of total investment in non-residential development. Public uses, such as schools, parks, and public service facilities, are fi- nanced with public dollars. There has been sustained investment in public and instruction- al facilities. • Industrial development constituted 11% of the $0 $5,000,000 $10,000,000 $15,000,000 $20,000,000 $25,000,000 $30,000,000 $35,000,000 $40,000,000 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Commercial Industrial Public and Institutional Figure 3.4 - Total Permit Value for Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional (New Construction) Source: Metropolitan CouncilThe City has a good mix of housing styles with a core of single-family detached neighborhoods and newer townhomes and apartments. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-6 total investment from 2003 to 2015. Indus- trial development did not occur as regularly as commercial or institutional development. Nevertheless, industrial development is a vital component of the local economy, and led over commercial in 2014 and 2015, following the recession. Tax Base New private development creates tax base. In 2015, according to the Dakota County Assessor, City property tax receipts totaled more than $68 million. Approximately $50 million was from resi- dential (single-family and apartments), $17 million was from commercial, and just over $1 million was from industrial. Property Value Trends Sustaining and growing property values is a key outcome of urban planning. Understanding local property value trends helps jurisdictions make in- formed decisions. For example, areas with low or declining property values may be opportunities for redevelopment – or they may indicate locations of functioning affordable housing that should be pro- tected. Building Value as a Share of Total Property Value Figure 3.5 maps building value as a share of total property value for the entire City, using the esti- mated values for taxes payable in 2015. This ratio is intended to identify underutilized parcels that might be opportunities for redevelopment. (White areas on the map indicate parcels with ownership by association maintained development.) In gen- eral, the building value share of total property val- ue is lowest in the following situations: • vacant lots • lots with large amounts of surface parking • parks and open space • lakes, wetlands, and stormwater ponds Some underdeveloped areas, such as parks and wetlands, provide a valuable public function. Oth- ers, such as two manufactured home parks areas located east and west of Minnesota Trunk High- way 77 (MN 77), provide affordable housing al- ternatives for inclusive housing options within the City. Areas which are underutilized, and do not provide other public purposes may be candidates for redevelopment. Taxable Value per Square Foot Another way to visualize development efficiency is to divide total taxable value (building value plus lot value) by parcel area. Like the previous met- ric, total taxable value/parcel area is contingent on the use of the parcel, the total property value, and the intensity of development. For example, the downtown focus area shows a noticeably higher taxable value per square foot than the surrounding residential area—this is largely due to the concen- tration of retail and related commercial business- es in the area. However, some areas within the downtown focus area perform better than others from a tax-efficiency perspective. Valuations are determined by the Dakota County Assessor using county wide trends in property type. Figure 3.6 maps total taxable value per square foot of parcel area, for taxes payable in 2015, in the downtown focus area. From a parcel utilization standpoint, commercial properties that are developed at higher intensi- ties/densities perform better than properties that are developed at lesser intensities/densities. One critical variable that influences tax efficiency (tax- able value per square foot) is total property value/ square foot. Clearly, higher-value properties pro- vide more total tax revenue. However, the most efficient developments are those that have a high property value per square foot, and therefore a higher taxable value per square foot. Parcel size is also a critical determinant. Once commercial parcels approach 4-5 acres (approx- imately 200,000 square feet), it is nearly impossi- ble to achieve a taxable return greater than $1 per square/foot. This is because a large percentage of “big-box” development is devoted to parking and internal vehicle circulation. Also, large commercial buildings tend to be single-story and permit only one use of the parcel. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-7 EAGAN BURNSVILLELAKEVILLE ROSEMOUNT%&c( ?éA@ G±WX GªWX G£WX G¥WX G¸WX Farquar Lake Long Lake Cobblestone Lake Lac Lavon Alimagnet Lake 140TH ST W 150TH ST WGALAXIE AVEGARDEN VIEW DRTH 77CEDAR AVE160TH ST W JOHNNY CAKE RIDGE RDPILOT KNOB RDM C A N D R E W S R DINTERSTATE 35EDIAMOND PATHSource: Dakota County GIS Building Value Share of Total Property Value Less than 10.0% 10.1% to 25.0% 25.1% to 50.0% 50.1% to 75.0% 75.1% to 90.0% More than 90.0% Insufficient Data N 0 0.25 0.5Miles Figure 3.5 - Building Value as a Share of Total Property Value CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-8 Figure 3.6 - Taxable Value per Square Foot for Downtown Commercial Properties 150TH STPENNOCK AVEGALAXIE AVE153RD ST FLAGSTAFF AVECEDAR AVE147TH ST DOWNTOWN ?éA@ G±WX N 0 0.1 0.2 0.3Miles DOWNTOWN Total Tax Value per Square Foot Less than $0.25 $0.26 - $0.5 0 $0.51 - $1.0 0 $1.01 - $2.0 0 $2.01 - $3.0 0 More than $3.00 *Taxes payable for Downtown commercial properties in 2015. Source: Dakota County GIS CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-9 Figure 3.7- 2030 Land Use Plan EA GAN BURNSVILLELAKEVILLE ROSEMOUNT%&c(?éA@ MINNESOTA ZOO LO GICAL GARDENS LEBANON HILLS REGIONAL PARK VALLEYWOOD MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE Farquar Lake Long Lake Lac Lavon Cobblestone Lake Alimagnet Lake G±WX G¸WX G£WX G¥WX GªWX 140TH ST W 150TH ST W GALAXIE AVEGARDEN VIEW DRCEDAR AVE160TH ST W JOHNNY CAKE RIDGE RDPILOT KNOB RDM C A N D R E W S R DINTERSTATE 35EDIAMOND PATHN 0 0.25 0.5Miles 2030 L and Use Plan Low Density Residential Me dium De nsity R esidential High Density Residential Commercia l Mixed Use Mixed Business C amp us In dustrial In stitutional Park and Open Spac e Private Recreation Right of Way Water CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-10 2030 Plan The 2030 Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 2009. Figure 3.7 shows the pattern of develop- ment and types of land use envisioned at that time. The 2030 Plan provides a frame of reference for viewing changes in the community since that plan was adopted. Recent Development The previous sections show broad trends for growth and development. It is useful to look inside these trends. Since 2000, a variety of actions have laid the foundation for future development. Cobblestone Lake In 2002, Tradition Development began construc- tion of Cobblestone Lake. This 323-acre mas- ter-planned community lies in the southeast portion of the South Central Planning Area. The Cobblestone Lake development contains a vari- ety of single-family and multifamily housing types, parks, and commercial uses. The commercial element of Cobblestone Lake took shape in 2007. The master plan for the com- mercial area contained an 180,000 square foot Su- per Target and four other buildings (26,400 square feet). The Cobblestone Lake commercial area is located on the east side of Pilot Knob Road at 157th Street. This commercial district represents the first major commercial area not physically con- nected to the downtown area. Development at Cobblestone Lake has continued through 2018. A senior living facility, Orchard Path, has been completed at the west entrance to the development. This complex will provide 193 units for senior residents in the first phase. Potential expansion could add an additional 64 indepen- dent units an 80 bedroom skilled nursing facility. A rental townhome development of 196 units has been applied for and plans to begin construction in 2018/2019. Central Village In December 2003, the City Council approved the “Central Village Plan”. This plan established the development principles for a 60-acre area focused around Galaxie Avenue and 153rd Street. The Central Village includes approximately 450,000 square feet of commercial/retail/office space and a mix of medium- and high-density housing types, including townhouses, condominiums, apart- ments, and senior-only dwelling units. In 2017, the Parkside Gabella opened with 196 units, the Planning Commission approved a mixed-use senior housing cooperative with 58 units. The Parkside at Galante apartments on the southeast corner of Galaxie Avenue and 152nd Street W added 134 multi-family units to the city’s housing stock. Infill development on Founder’s Lane continues to take shape. The Central Village design plan was intended to promote a more dense, walkable, mixed-use en- Top: The Shops on Galaxie; Middle: Multifamily apartments un- der construction on Galaxie Avenue; Bottom: Senior Cooperative Housing and Mixed-Use is planned for the vacant parcel on Galax- ie Avenue and 153rd Street CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-11 vironment, which stands in contrast to the sub- urban superblocks and power centers located along Cedar Avenue and County Road 42. Market conditions during the recession effect the timing of development, however renewed growth has occurred coinciding with the economy. The devel- opment evolved to match the marketplace, add- ing rental housing square footage and a paired one way road circulation network. Chapter 4, Land Use, includes a series of Downtown Design Guidelines that build on the successful elements of the Central Village. Kelly Park Area East of Galaxie Avenue Development activity has included the following multi-family apartment projects; • Parkside Village Gabella, a 196-unit market rate apartment building • Parkside Village Galante, a 134-unit market rate apartment building • Remington Cove I and II, 201 units of market rate apartments in two buildings • Remington Cove II was constructed in 2016. Cedar Avenue Improvements/BRT After more than a decade of planning, the State of Minnesota’s first bus rapid transit (BRT) line, the METRO Red Line, began operating in 2013. This line provides station-to-station service between the Mall of the America and the Apple Valley Tran- sit station located at 155th Street and Cedar Ave- nue. This station includes a parking deck, shelters for northbound and southbound riders, and an overhead skyway. Additional shelters were con- structed at the 140th and 147th station stops. To facilitate the shoulder-running BRT system, Cedar Avenue was reconstructed to include a thru lane between 138th and 160th Streets. In 2015, the Dakota County Cedar Avenue Transit- way Implementation Plan Update (IPU) was com- pleted. This plan identifies a series of goals, evalu- ation measures, investment thresholds, and other progress indicators to help establish priorities for Red Line transit station and walkway on Cedar Avenue. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-12 future transitway development through 2040. Ex- pansion of the Apple Valley Transit Station was programmed for Stage 2 (2015-2020.) A park-and- ride capacity expansion has been discussed for northern Apple Valley at 127th and Cedar Ave to bring online transit services to the surrounding neighborhood in Stage 4 (by 2040). Various bicy- cle and pedestrian improvements, technological improvements, and maintenance will occur over the life of this plan. One of the goals of the IPU is to “enhance and promote transit-oriented development that is com- patible with community goals and helps increase ridership.” Apple Valley can leverage regional transit investments by encouraging a dense mix- ture of residential and employment-based rede- velopment in the Cedar Avenue Transitway., Re- gional planning authorities also recognize that TOD implementation should occur on a scale that is compatible with the community’s goals. To this end, the Future Land Use Plan identifies practical, “suburban-intensive” Transit Oriented Develop- ment (TOD) strategies for the Cedar Avenue Tran- sitway Planning Area. (See Chapter 4.) Senior Housing Development • As its population ages, Apple Valley has prior- itized development of senior housing facilities. Numerous ongoing developments offer varied living and affordability arrangements. These developments include: Legends, a housing fa- cility with 163 affordable units, located on the southeast corner of Cedar Avenue and 140th Street W. • Orchard Path, with 193 continuum of care market-rate units, located at the west entrance to the Cobblestone Lake Development. • Zvago, a 58 unit senior cooperative under construction in 2018. Existing Land Use Apple Valley’s physical setting forms the founda- tion of the Comprehensive Plan. Existing land use patterns influence the type and location of future development. Housing is the largest land use and a defining characteristic. Figure 3.8 shows a snapshot of land use in 2017. Table 3.1 contains the estimated area in each land use category. The map uses an interpretation of property tax data to determine existing land use. The purpose of this map is not to precisely specify the use of each parcel, but to illustrate the overall pattern of development. 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Low Density Residential Park and Open Space CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-14 Table 3.1 - Existing Land Use, 2016 LAND USE ACRES PERCENT Agricultural 11 <1.0% Rural Residential 42 <1.0% Low Density Residential 4,528 40.5% Medium Density Residential 512 4.6% High Density Residential 240 2.3% Manufactured Housing 108 1.0% Commercial 486 4.4% Mixed Use 15 0.1% Industrial 187 1.7% Sand and Gravel 412 3.7% Public/Institutional 490 4.4% Park and Open Space 1,753 15.7% Private Recreation 23 <1.0% Vacant 7 1.3% Water 144 2.5% Right-of-Way ~2,000 18.2% Total Calculated Acres 11,181 100.0% Some key aspects of the existing land use pattern include: • Low density residential is the dominant land use. Single-family detached housing occupies approximately 41% of Apple Valley’s total land area. • Commercial uses, including retail, restaurants, and commercial offices/services are primarily concentrated in the Downtown Focus Area, along the Cedar Avenue and County Road 42 corridors. • Parks and open spaces are located through- out the community and include the Minnesota Zoo, Lebanon Hills Regional Park, and Val- leywood Golf Course. Between the zoo, golf courses, and numerous parks, Apple Valley maintains substantial acreage for open space and recreation. These parks and recreation amenities are a point of community pride and a defining quality-of-life asset for the City. • The last large area of undeveloped land is the sand and gravel mining area located in south central Apple Valley, which contains 414 acres. The Fischer mining area is currently in operation and is expected to be reclaimed for a variety of uses over the next several years Other physical characteristics influence the future growth and development of Apple Valley. The fol- lowing elements are discussed in greater detail in other chapters of the plan: • Major street corridors are an important factor in organizing land uses. Most high-volume commercial uses are located on higher clas- sification streets, such as arterials and collec- tors, which ensure that they are highly visible to customers and reduces through traffic on residential streets. (Transportation - Chapter 8). • The extension of a regional sanitary sewer in- terceptor provides the capacity for land to be developed in southern sections of Apple Val- ley (Water Resources - Chapter 9). • The municipal water system provides safe drinking water and support for fire suppres- sion. (Water Resources - Chapter 9). • Stormwater management systems are re- quired to support development, but also be- come defining physical features (storm water collection ponds are among the more notable physical features) (Water Resources - Chap- ter 9). • Parks, Trails and Open Space (Chapter 7) in- fluence the form of development and the qual- ity of life in Apple Valley. • Public objectives for Economic Development and Redevelopment (Chapter 6) influence the use of land for commercial and industrial pur- poses. As existing land uses grow older, the need for reinvestment and the opportunity for redevelopment will increase. Aggregate Resources Municipalities must consult the Minnesota Geolog- ical Survey, Aggregate Resources Inventory of the Seven-County Metropolitan Area for the location of identified aggregate resources. The extraction of aggregate resources and the reclamation of mining areas has been a defining characteristic of Apple Valley. The last remaining aggregate mining site in Apple Valley is Fischer Sand and Aggregate mine located south of County Road 42. The 2009 Comprehensive Plan identified this site for rede- velopment, with a focus on establishing new job opportunities within a “mixed-business campus.” CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-15 Portions of this area labeled as “Sand and Gravel” on the Existing Land Use Map, is being reclaimed and redevelopment planning is under way. Devel- opment of this site will occur in stages as mining is phased out. Reclamation of the Fischer Sand and Gravel Mine is a significant economic development opportunity. Housing Housing comprises most of the land area in Apple Valley, accounting for nearly 50% of the existing land use. Housing shapes the form and character of the community. It influences who lives in Apple Valley today and in the future. According to the Census, there was net growth of 3,389 housing units from 2000 to 2015, a 20% increase. Fig- ure 3.9 illustrates this growth for different types of housing, including single-family attached, sin- gle-family detached, and multi-family buildings of various sizes. Housing Types Single-family detached housing is the most com- mon type of housing in Apple Valley. Nearly 53% of all existing housing in 2015 was single-family detached housing. This type of housing is occu- pied by a single family and is not physically con- nected to any other housing unit. However, the housing supply is becoming more diverse, and the share of single-family detached housing contin- ues to decline due to an increase in higher den- sity multi-family development. In 1990, 68% of the City’s housing stock consisted of single-family detached housing. In 2000, that share was 61%, and in 2015, it was down to 52%. Single-family attached homes (townhomes) and apartment structures/senior housing with 10 or more units account for 94% of the housing stock growth. Most multi-family growth is attributed to apartment fa- cilities with 10 units or more. From 2000 to 2015, there was a net increase of 1,208 dwellings in multi-family structures containing 10 or more units. The share of this housing type increased from 9% of the overall housing stock to 14%. The housing supply contains a mix of architectural styles. Newer single-family housing is most com- monly a two-story design. Houses that are two or more stories represent 32% of all units. Near- ly 40% of homes are “split level” style. Split-level and multi-story homes may not be suitable for old- er residents wishing to age in place. The median finished size for Apple Valley homes is 2,122 square feet. Over the last several de- cades, the trend has been towards increasing square footage. While larger homes are desirable today, it is important to ensure a variety of home sizes and floor plans to continue to improve the flexibility and affordability of Apple Valley’s hous- ing stock. Figure 3.10 illustrates various dwelling types in Apple Valley. Figure 3.9 - Growth by Housing Type 10,1113,9122402081,51854710,4345,8792312222,7264330 2,000 4,000 6,000 8,000 10,000 12,000 2000 2015 Source: 2000 Census, 2015 ACS Housing Tenure Most housing in Apple Valley is owner-occupied; however, the share of renter-occupied housing units is increasing. The 2000 Census reported that 87% occupied housing units were owner-occupied. The 2015 ACS estimates that 78% of occupied hous- ing is owner-occupied. This represents a significant change and is consistent with the increase in mul- tiple-family and attached housing that took place between 2000 and 2015. This trend has contin- CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-16 ued through 2017, with more than 1,000 additional multi-family units either planned or under construc- tion. Rental housing is provided primarily by multiple-fam- ily structures. More than 55% of rental housing was in structures with 10 or more units. Approximately 26% of rental housing was single-family attached units. Approximately 10% of rental units were sin- gle-family detached. Since 2009, approximately 1,300 multi- family dwelling units have been add- ed to Apple Valley’s housing stock, which has in- creased the percentage of renter-occupied housing in the city. Figure 3.10 depicts housing tenure in Apple Valley. Figure 3.11 - Housing Tenure 9,8274,586166422972464291,090651672,3401580 2,000 4,000 6,000 8,000 10,000 12,000 Own Rent Source: 2015 ACS Age of Housing Stock The age of the housing stock is a useful planning statistic. It is one indicator of historic growth pat- terns. It is also a useful guide for future housing maintenance needs. As housing ages, it requires reinvestment to retain its value and integrity. Figure 3.12 illustrates the age of Apple Valley’s housing stock by decade of construction. Over half of all housing units are more than 30 years old. Ac- cording to Dakota County property tax data, 52% of all housing units (through 2016) were built prior to 1987. These units are primarily single-family. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-17 EAGAN BURNSVILLELAKEVILLE ROSEMOUNT%&c( ?éA@ G±WX GªWX G£WX G¥WX G¸WX Farquar Lake Long Lake Cobblestone Lake Lac Lavon Alimagnet Lake 140TH ST W 150TH ST WGALAXIE AVEGARDEN VIEW DRTH 77CEDAR AVE160TH ST W JOHNNY CAKE RIDGE RDPILOT KNOB RDM C A N D R E W S R DINTERSTATE 35EDIAMOND PATHSource: Dakota County GIS Dwelling Type Sing le Fa mily Residen tia l Townhouse Twin Home Apartment Duplex Assisted Liv ing Manufacture d Ho using N 0 0.25 0.5Miles Figure 3.10 - Dwelling Types CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-18 Figure 3.12 - Age of Housing Stock EAGAN BURNSVILLELAKEVILLE ROSEMOUNT%&c( ?éA@ G±WX GªWX G£WX G¥WX G¸WX Farquar Lake Long Lake Cobblestone Lake Lac Lavon Alimagnet Lake 140TH ST W 150TH ST WGALAXIE AVEGARDEN VIEW DRTH 77CEDAR AVE160TH ST W JOHNNY CAKE RIDGE RDPILOT KNOB RDM C A N D R E W S R DINTERSTATE 35EDIAMOND PATH*Residential Properties Source: Dakota County GIS Year Structure Built Prior to 1971 1971 - 19 80 1981 - 19 90 1991 - 20 00 2001 - 20 10 2011 - 20 16 N 0 0.25 0.5Miles CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-19 Growth Forecasts Growth trends and projections are critical ele- ments of the Comprehensive Plan. Historic trends describe how current conditions evolved and may offer insights about future development. Looking to 2040, Apple Valley will continue to grow as a place to live, work and shop. Projections of future development determine the demand for land, the need for infrastructure and municipal services. Metropolitan Council Forecasts Future growth is a critical consideration in updat- ing Apple Valley’s Comprehensive Plan. The Com- prehensive Plan relies on the most recent fore- casts made by the Metropolitan Council. Table 3.2 contains population, household and employment forecasts for 2020, 2030 and 2040 with compari- sons to actual totals for 2000 and 2010. Table 3.2 - Council Growth Forecasts YEAR POP HH EMP 2000 45,527 16,344 12,103 2010 49084 18,875 14,279 2020*55,500 21,700 15,800 2030*59,200 23,300 16,400 2040*63,600 24,900 17,100 *Census Count **Council Forecast These forecasts show Apple Valley’s population in- creasing by more than 13,000 people (30%) from 2010 to 2040. Growth is anticipated to be steady, ranging from 400 to 600 persons per year. The Census data implies that average household size was 2.60 in 2010. The forecast assumes that average household size will remain steady, declin- ing slightly to 2.55 persons per household by 2040. Metropolitan Council has revised its previous fore- cast to project a slower rate of job growth in Ap- ple Valley. The updated forecast anticipates an in- crease of 2,821 jobs from 2010 to 2040, or 20% growth. This rate of job growth is slower than the rate of population growth. In 2010, there were 0.29 jobs per person; that ratio is expected to decline to 0.27 jobs per person in 2040. Most job growth in Apple Valley is forecasted to occur by 2020. This forecast will likely be revised following refinement and approval of a development plan for the Fischer Sand and Aggregate mining area. Forecasting for any local jurisdiction is a challenge. The Metropolitan Council’s forecasts were made with the best available data. One benefit of the forecasts is that they are rooted in a regional socio- economic model. Thus, they account for regional economic factors that are anticipated to exercise general effects throughout the metropolitan area. The level of uncertainty associated with the fore- casts for Apple Valley is tempered by geographical constraints. The city is unlikely to grow dramatically more than the forecasts given, simply because it is running out of available land for development. Future growth will be driven primarily by redevel- opment. Population growth will be primarily driven by migration. As the metropolitan area grows out- ward, Apple Valley will have the advantage of being a suburb that is closer to Minneapolis and St. Paul than developing fringe cities, centrally located with- in the southern suburbs. Therefore, it may be more likely to retain and attract residents who would pre- fer to avoid longer commute times. Looking ahead to 2040, a variety of macroeco- nomic factors will influence actual growth out- comes, including the following: • National economic and housing market con- ditions. • Local development of suburban intensive housing, utilities, and other infrastructure to support the forecasted growth. • The cost and availability of energy. • Changing climate conditions that make the Twin Cities more or less favorable relative to other regions in the United States. • Competition from other communities, particu- larly other communities in the Twin Cities met- ro. • Redevelopment Note that some of these factors are related. An important element of implementing the Compre- hensive Plan will be to monitor these changes and their implications for the future of Apple Valley. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-20 Local Housing Forecast A study of future housing needs in Dakota County provides insights on future development in Apple Valley. In 2013, Maxfield Research Inc. prepared a Comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment for the Dakota County Community Development Agency. This study forecasts housing demand in two stages, from 2010-2020 and 2020-2030 The study breaks down demand for rented and own- er-occupied single-family, multi-family, and senior housing. Table 3.3 summarizes Apple Valley’s forecasted housing demand for 2020-2030. Table 3.3 - Housing Demand Forecast, 2020-2030 Tenure Type Forecast Units Own Single-family 625-636 Multi-family 550-560 Senior 50 Rent Market rate 590-610 Affordable 100-275 Senior market rate 100-115 Senior affordable 155-162 Total, all units 2,170-2,408 Source: Dakota County Housing Needs Assessment The total forecasted demand for new units ranges from 2,170 to 2,408. This forecast is approximate- ly 50% higher than Metropolitan Council’s fore- casted household growth for 2020-2030, which is 1,600 households. Commercial Retail Trends Apple Valley is thriving commercial hub. Commer- cial development slowed during the recession but has since picked up. According to market studies by Maxfield Research Inc. there will be continued demand for commercial uses through 2030. The success of online shopping has greatly im- pacted brick-and-mortar retail. In early 2017, for example, there were more than 100 closures each by J.C. Penney, Sears, and Macy’s. It is also rec- ognized that the top 25 online retailers all have brick and mortar retail. The emerging model for successful brick-and-mortar retail is focused around delivering a unique shopping experience. Over the course of this plan, the City will likely be affected by the closure of one or more large retailers, with impacts to local employment, con- sumption, and revenue generated by property and sales taxes. This would provide opportunities for infill, adaptive reuse, and redevelopment. One of the intents of the future land use plan is to estab- lish a community vision and provide guidance for the City to capitalize on these opportunities when they occur. Characteristics of the Popula-tion A comprehensive plan focuses most closely on the physical aspects of community – land use, parks, streets, and utilities. Nevertheless, plan- ning must recognize that the physical and social aspects of community are intertwined. In fact, one of the primary goals of city government is to sus- tain/improve the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the community. The land use and built environment of a community influence a variety of social, cultural, and economic characteristics, in- cluding the following: • Household size and composition • Housing affordability • Availability of good local jobs at a livable wage • Work/housing balance and commuting trends of those working and living in the community • Access to commodities and services • Places for interaction among residents • Community diversity In turn, the characteristics of the population influ- ence many aspects of the community, including: • Demands for goods and services • Demands for public services (recreation, so- cial services, education, public safety) • Economic capacity to support both private businesses and local government. . CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-21 Age of Population The characteristics of the Apple Valley’s population are changing. Figure 3.13 shows that population has aged consistently. In 1990, Apple Valley was a place primarily made up of families with children. Thirty-five percent (35%) of the 1990 population was under age 18 and only 7% of Apple Valley res- idents were 55 years of age or older. By 2015, the proportion of residents age 18 or younger had fall- en to 18% while the share of residents aged 55 or over had grown to 26%. Aging trends in Apple Valley are similar to Dakota Coun- ty as a whole. Roughly half of the population growth in Da- kota County will occur in the population group aged 65 or over. Existing Cohort Composition Figure 3.14 shows the existing composition of Apple Valley’s population, broken down by age and sex. The distribution is consistent for children through young adults. This shape corresponds to steady, but not rapid, growth in Apple Valley. There 3.3% 3.2% 2.8% 2.9% 2.7% 2.8% 3.9% 2.7% 3.4% 4.1% 4.5% 3.7% 4.0% 2.4% 1.7% 1.1% 0.9% 0.5% 3.9% 3.5% 4.1% 3.4% 3.0% 2.8% 3.2% 2.9% 3.4% 3.5% 4.3% 3.3% 2.8% 2.4% 1.3% 0.7% 0.6% 0.4% 5.0%4.0%3.0%2.0%1.0%0.0%1.0%2.0%3.0%4.0%5.0% Less than 5 5-9 10-14 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70-74 75-79 80-84 85 or over Percent of Total Population Male Female Figure 3.14 - Population Pyramid 12% 14% 29% 21% 25% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 1990 2000 2010 2015 Under 18 18-34 35-54 55-64 65 and Over 31% 36% 33% 21% 21% 26% 30%35% 25% 13% 8% 10%6% Figure 3.13- Age Distribution Source: 2015 ACS Source: Decennial Census, 2015 ACS CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-22 is a bulge for baby boomers focused around the age 50-54 cohort. This bulge will move toward the top of the pyramid over the timeline for this plan. There are more males than females for every co- hort under age 24. Forecasted Age Composition The aging of the population will be one of the primary demographic trends over the life of this Comprehensive Plan. The State Demographer provides detailed population forecasts for each county, broken down by age cohort. These fore- casts can be used to supplement the forecasts from Metropolitan Council. Figure 3.15 illustrates the change that is forecasted for each cohort in Dakota County, from 2015 to 2040. The height of the bars indicates percent change and the data la- bels indicate the total magnitude of the change. Roughly half of the forecasted population growth in Dakota County will occur in the pop- ulation group aged 65 or over. The State Demographer projects total population growth of 70,514 for Dakota County. Growth in the cohorts aged 65 or over account for more than half of this increase. The largest net increase is for the age 70-74 cohort, which is projected to grow by 11,325. This increase is accompanied by a decline in the number of individuals aged 45-54. Little growth is anticipated for the cohorts of children, youth, and teenagers. Because this projection is for Dakota County (pop- ulation 413,000), Apple Valley will experience only a fraction of the growth depicted. Nevertheless, the general trends for Dakota County are similar for Apple Valley, and the City will experience simi- lar impacts as demand for goods and services re- sponds to the needs of changing demographics. While the overall population will grow older, it is more difficult to predict what this trend means for Apple Valley. Several questions highlight the chal- lenge of forecasting the aging of Apple Valley’s population: • How long will current baby boomer residents of larger single-family houses choose to stay in these homes? 4,662 2,095 -598 1,970 6,417 5,525 4,253 6,057 2,373 -3,205 -5,187 420 3,049 6,708 11,325 10,240 5,847 8,563 < 5 5-9 10-14 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70-74 75-79 80-84 85+Net ChangeAge Cohort Figure 3.15 - Forecasted Population Change by Age Cohort in Dakota County, 2015-2040 Source: Minnesota State Demographer CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-23 • Will more seniors opt to live alone, with family, or with peers? • Will seniors have fewer financial resources? If so, how does this affect the community? • Will Apple Valley offer the housing options, physical characteristics, infrastructure and services that attract seniors? These questions frame important elements of the relationship between land use and the character- istics of the people who live in Apple Valley. Household Size A household includes all the people who occupy a housing unit as their place of residence. Histori- cal data shows that household size has decreased each decade for fifty years. After decades of re- duction, the number of people living in each home is leveling off. In 1960, the Census reported that average household size in Apple Valley was 5.27 people. Fifty years later, the average household size is 2.58 persons. The current estimate from the 2015 ACS is 2.56. The smaller household size is consistent with societal trends toward smaller fam- ilies. The average household size in Apple Valley is now similar to the average household size for Dakota County as well as to the rest of the metro. Household size has decreased steadily for 50 years. This trend is Iikely to continue with significant growth in the number of one- and two-person senior households. Figure 3.16 depicts average household size in Ap- ple Valley. Figure 3.17 shows how the composition of households has changed over time. Other 2015 trends that are evident from the charts: • 71% of Apple Valley households are family households. This is down from 83% in 1990. • From 1990 to 2015, the share of households that included children under the age of 18 de- creased from 56% to 34%. • From 1990 to 2015, the share of households that consisted of a family with no children in- creased from 27% to 37%. Race Racial diversity is increasing in Apple Valley. The 2015 ACS reports that 81.2% of the population identifies as white, down from 83.8% in 2010 and 91.8% in 2000. Meanwhile, minority groups are growing. The racial diversity of Apple Valley’s 2015 3.09 2.77 2.58 2.56 2.78 2.70 2.60 2.582.56 2.53 2.50 2.50 0.00 1.00 2.00 3.00 4.00 1990 2000 2010 2015 Apple Valley Dakota County Twin Cities Metro Figure 3.17 - Average Household Size Source: Decennial Census, 2015 Metropolitan Council Estimate. Figure 3.16 - Household Types Source: 2015 ACS 37% 24% 24% 5% 10% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 1990 2000 2010 2015 Unmarried family with kids Non-family houshold Married family with kids Live alone Family, no kids 49% 13% 27% 8% 4% 35% 19% 32% 5% 8% 26% 6% 9% 36% 23% CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-24 Figure 3.18 - Race and Ethnicity American Indian and Alaska Native alone, 0.17% Black or African American alone, 5.27% Asian alone, 5.02% Some other race alone, 0.02% Hispanic or Latino, 4.51% Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, 0.01% Two or more races, 3.11% White alone, 81.88% Source: 2015 ACS Source: Decennial Census, 2015 ACS Figure 3.19 - Median Household Income $50.0 $69.8 $78.6 $80.5 $42.2 $61.9 $72.9 $75.6 $36.6 $54.3 $65.2 $68.8 $0.0 $20.0 $40.0 $60.0 $80.0 $100.0 1990 2000 2010 2015MHI in $000sApple Valley Dakota County Twin Cities population is similar as that of Dakota County, but less than the region as a whole. An important factor in understanding race data is the reporting of the Hispanic population. People who identify their origin as Spanish, Hispanic, or Latino are not classified as a separate racial cat- egory. The 2015 ACS estimates that 2,268 people are Hispanic or Latino. This represents 4.5% of the current population. Figure 3.18 depicts the racial and ethnic composition of Apple Valley. Income Income influences many aspects of community. Income provides the capacity to acquire housing and to purchase goods and services from local businesses. Higher incomes tend to correlate with better public school systems. Figure 3.19 shows median household incomes in Apple Valley, Da- kota County, and the Twin Cities metro. The val- ues in Figure 3.19 are reported in nominal terms – they have not been adjusted for inflation. The most important takeaway from the figure is that the average household income in Apple Valley is consistently higher than the average household income for Dakota County as well as the Twin Cit- ies metro. The distribution of incomes provides additional information about the economic standing of the community: • 37.7% of households earn $100,000 or more. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-25 • 7.1% of households earn $200,000 or more. • 10.3% of households earn less than $25,000. Poverty To estimate the incidence of poverty, the Census defines a set of income thresholds based on house- hold characteristics. These thresholds vary by the size of the household and the age of household members, and are adjusted yearly for inflation. No distinction is made for geography and cost of living. Thus, it is misleading to compare the poverty rates for areas with significantly different characteristics. Likewise, it is misleading to isolate one poverty statistic with no reference to trends over time. In- stead, it is useful to review historical poverty data to identify the extent to which poverty is increasing or decreasing for a given community. It can also be helpful to compare poverty rates within a region if there is minimal variance in the cost of living. Historically, Apple Valley has relatively low levels of poverty, but poverty has increased in recent years. In 2000, 2.1% of the population reported incomes below the poverty level. In 2010, the poverty rate was 5.2%. The current ACS estimate from 2015 shows that 7.5% of the population of Apple Valley is living below the poverty level. This is similar to the poverty rate for Dakota County (7.7%), but less than the poverty rate for the Twin Cities metro area (10.3%). Figure 3.20 shows poverty trends over time, includ- ing the percent of the population below the poverty level, as well as the as the percentage of people earning 100-149% percent of the poverty threshold, and the percentage earning 150-185% of the pov- erty threshold. From 2010 to 2015, the poverty level increased while the percentage of individuals earn- ing 100-185% of the poverty threshold decreased, a general indication that many individuals who were close to the poverty level in 2010 have now fallen below. Wage stagnation is one explanation for this trend, noticeable during the recession period dis- cussed. Educational Attainment The Census shows that Apple Valley residents are increasingly well educated. From 1990 to 2015, the percentage of the population aged 25 or older that did not attend college decreased from 29.8% to 22.7%. Meanwhile, the percentage of the pop- ulation with a graduate or professional degree in- creased from 7.8% to 14.5% In 2015, 29.3% of the population aged 25 or older had obtained a bachelor’s degree and another 14.4 percent had obtained a graduate or professional degree, bring- ing the total percentage of adults with bachelor’s degrees and beyond to over 43.7 percent. Employment Employment touches many aspects of community life. Jobs provide the income to pay for housing and to purchase goods and services. The location of jobs influences the amount of time that Apple Valley residents are in the community each day. Commuting decisions affect transportation sys- tems, and the work-housing balance impacts lo- cal tax revenue and expenditures. Apple Valley residents who commute to another jurisdiction for work utilize public services outside Apple Val- ley throughout the day and contribute to the local economies of other jurisdictions. 7.5% 4.1% 2.9% 0.0% 2.0% 4.0% 6.0% 8.0% 10.0% 12.0% 14.0% 16.0% 1990 2000 2010 2015 Persons between 150% and 184% of poverty Persons between 100% and 149% of poverty Persons below poverty level 5.2% 2.1%3.5% 2.2% 2.5% 4.5% 3.6% 2.2% 2.8% Figure 3.20 - Percent Poverty Source: Decennial Census, 2015 ACS CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-26 Accommodation and Food Services, 13.6% All Other Industries, 5.6% Arts and Entertainment, 3.2% Educational Services, 17.4% Finance and Insurance, 4.6% Health Care and Social Assistance, 11.9% Information, 0.9% Manufacturing, 4.7% Other Services, Ex. Public Admin, 3.7% Professional and Technical Services, 2.5% Public Administration, 5.3% Real Estate and Rental and Leasing, 1.9% Retail Trade, 22.4% Transportation and Warehousing, 1.0%Wholesale Trade, 1.2% Source: Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages, 2nd Quarter, 2015 Figure 3.21 - Employment By Industry 33.5% 12.0% 11.4% 9.5% 8.4% 7.7% 6.5% 3.5% 3.0% 2.4% 2.0% 0.0%10.0%20.0%30.0%40.0% All other locations Minneapolis Apple Valley Bloomington Eagan Burnsville St. Paul Lakeville Edina Eden Prairie Minnetonka Figure 3.22 - Place of Work Source: 2014 ACS data via On the Map. The Quarterly Census of Employment and Wag- es (QCEW) provide quarterly data on employment by industry for local geographies. Three industries employ more than half of the workforce: Retail Trade, Educational Services, and Accommodation and Food Services. Health care, another major in- dustry, employs 12 percent of the workforce. Note that the majority of local jobs are filled by individ- uals who live outside of Apple Valley. Figure 3.21 shows a breakdown of employment by industry for Apple Valley residents for the second quarter of 2015. Place of Employment The Census tracks the location of work place for the population. In 2014, only 11.4% of residents in Apple Valley reported a place of employment in Apple Val- ley; the other 89% of residents commuted outside the city. Approximately 37.7% of Apple Valley resi- dents work in Dakota County, while 39.5% travel to Hennepin County. The City of Minneapolis employs a higher share of Apple Valley residents than Apple CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-27 Valley itself. Figure 3.22 depicts the place of work for Apple Valley residents. In 2014, the Census recorded 16,327 jobs in Apple Valley. Of these, 13,312 (81.5%) were filled by peo- ple living elsewhere, and 3,015 (18.5%) were filled by the local workforce. Meanwhile, 23,367 workers commuted outside the city for work. Therefore, Ap- ple Valley is a net exporter of jobs. This is reflected in its land use patterns, with relatively more residential acreages than commercial and industrial acreages. Workplace location also affects daily commuting trends, with high shares of workers commuting by personal vehicle. Commuting Travel-to-work data shows a strong dependence on automobiles. The share of Apple Valley’s work- force that drives alone to work is 81.6%. The work- force makes limited use of public transportation, with 4.7% of commuters using that mode. How- ever, use of public transit has grown 1.6% since 2000 due to the increase in transit services avail- able. The percentage of workers who work from home is increasing, consistent with global trends. The 2015 Census reported a mean commute time of 24.5 minutes. These commuting patterns are reflective of Apple Valley’s suburban setting in the Twin Cities region. The decision to live or work in Apple Valley will continue to be influenced by the cost of travel, which includes the cost of fuel and the cost of trav- el time, which reduces worker productivity and/ or workers’ leisure time. Over the timeline of this plan, these factors will be influenced by emerging technologies such as automated vehicles (AVs) and connected vehicles (CVs), and changing eco- nomic conditions, such as the scaled transition to renewable energy sources. Practicing Sustainability and Resilience Apple Valley values the natural environment. Nat- ural amenities promote physical, cognitive, and emotional health. The natural environment pro- vides ecosystem services, such as water filtra- tion and recharge. Most amenities and services – clean water and air, forests, sunlight, wind – are or can be commoditized to some degree, meaning they have economic value as well as environmen- tal value. For example, in 2017, the Urban Land Institute reported analytics for green infrastructure and water management demonstrating added public and private value. Thus, there is intrinsic and economic value in conserving resources and, increasingly, by investing in partnerships, technol- ogies, and industries that advance sustainability goals. Recognizing these benefits, Apple Valley seeks to maintain the quantity and quality of its natural resources for future generations to use. This is a common definition of sustainability. A related term that has gained wider usage is resilience. Resiliency is the ability to avoid, with- stand, or bounce back from stress or shock. These shocks may stem from environmental, economic, or societal changes,. Thrive MSP 2040, the Twin Cities regional plan, encourages cities to plan for the effects of climate change and other vulnerabil- ities. Many cities in America have adopted resil- ience plans and shared their strategies with one another. (www.100resilientcities.org). Both terms, sustainable and resilient, are used in this plan. Sometimes, either word may be appro- priate. For example, efforts to expand the use of solar as an energy resource are sustainable – this resource is renewable – and resilient, because solar, combined with an adequate energy storage system, is an ideal backup power source to pro- tect against potential outages. Sustainability – Maintaining the quality and abun- dance of natural resources and the services they provide for future generations to use and enjoy. Resilience – The capacity of natural, political, and economic systems to avoid, withstand, and recov- er from disruptions without losing the ability to per- form their basic functions. The following text describes Apple Valley’s recent efforts regarding environmental sustainability and resilience. The City has undertaken a variety of ini- tiatives in recent years to demonstrate best prac- tices in its own endeavors and encourage similar practices by the private sector. By setting and achieving goals for sustainable action and envi- ronmental stewardship, the City promotes a high CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-28 quality of life that is attractive to prospective resi- dents and employers, and which reflects the val- ues of current citizens and industry. By cementing these goals and expanding its sustainability and resilience initiatives, the Comprehensive Plan will continue to promote wise, efficient management of local resources to foster enduring prosperity. GreenStep City The Minnesota GreenStep Cities program is a public-private initiative that guides and recogniz- es communities for achievement of sustainability goals. Apple Valley resolved to become a Green- Step City in 2011 and achieved level three sta- tus in 2015, having implemented many new best practices during that time. At the time, level 3 was the highest status that could be achieved. Since then, the GreenStep program has expanded to levels 4 and 5. The City aspires to become a lev- el 5 GreenStep City, which requires it to establish additional performance metrics and demonstrate quantifiable progress toward achieving its goals. The Comprehensive Plan is a starting point for achieving this goal. For example, the Great Plains Institute produced a report of Apple Valley’s base- line energy usage. Using GPI’s Wedge application, the City can model the effect of the various car- bon-cutting strategies. GPI’s report is included in Appendix A. To demonstrate quantitative improve- ments in other sustainability areas, the City must establish a similar method for quantifying existing conditions and policy impacts. During preparation of the Comprehensive Plan, a high level of public support for sustainable initiatives indicates there is local momentum to create a citizen task force charged with overseeing the GreenStep initiative. Performance Buildings Several public facilities demonstrate principles of sustainable building design and operation. The following buildings have attained recognition from LEED or Green Globe, two national rating sys- tems. • A. V. Municipal Center, features extensive use of daylight harvesting to minimize artificial lighting, as well as an innovative storm water management system (LEED) • Liquor Store 3, sources its power entirely from a geothermal well located under the parking lot, a first-of-its-kind facility in the state. (Green Globes, Two Globes) • Apple Valley Senior Center, features daylight harvesting, in-floor radiant heating, and a green roof. (Green Globes, Two Globes) • Valleywood Clubhouse, features extensive use of daylighting and other energy efficient elements. (Green Globes, Three Globes) Efficient Utilities The City has used funding from the American Re- covery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA – the eco- nomic stimulus package of 2009) to install energy efficient lighting and automated building and HVAC controls in many public facilities. It partnered with Dakota Electric Company to create a pilot zone for LED street lights, which has allowed it to test these fixtures and expand the program to other areas of the City. The ongoing partnership with Dakota Electric also enabled positive change for private residences. Using grants from the Joyce Founda- tion and the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund, the City created incentives for home- owners to participate in its Better Energy Program. In two years, this program helped 780 households install 16,680 CFL light bulbs, 759 low-flow show- er heads, and 1,491 low-flow aerators. Simple, low-cost improvements like these can have a big impact on energy savings. Water Monitoring and Restoration Apple Valley supports several volunteer oppor- tunities to monitor water quality. This data helps the City understand the local and regional impacts to the watershed and make informed decisions about future development and mitigation. As the saying goes, cities can’t manage what they don’t measure. Through the Council’s Citizen Assisted Monitoring Program (CAMP), volunteers collect water quality samples from five local lakes. A sim- ilar initiative, the Wetland Health Evaluation Pro- gram (WHEP), is used to track the health of Apple Valley’s wetlands. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-29 Recycling City recycling is conducted by Dakota Valley Re- cycling, which also performs recycling services for Burnsville, Eagan, and Lakeville. Dakota Valley Recycling conducts residential curbside recycling in Apple Valley. The program also offers funding and assistance to help businesses evaluate their waste disposal needs and implement right-sized recycling services. The County is updating its solid waste master plan with the goal of recycling 75% of waste by 2030. Energy To become more resilient and sustainable, one of the biggest improvements Apple Valley can make is to increase the amount of energy that is con- sumed from renewable sources. The award-win- ning design of several public buildings demon- strates the City’s commitment to minimize its carbon footprint and improve efficiency. Perfor- mance buildings feature daylight harvesting, geo- thermal power, or a green roof. There is potential for larger savings when best practices are extend- ed to the private sector. Since 2007, Apple Valley business have installed more than 100 efficiency projects and cut annual energy bills by $285,000. State Guidance In February 2016, Minnesota introduced the 50 by ’30 Initiative, a bipartisan bill formalizing the State’s intent to increase its renewable standard from 25 percent to 50 percent by the year 2030. If this goal is met, the State will benefit from im- proved air quality, lower energy costs, and the creation of skilled jobs in emerging industries. Statewide, the renewable standard – the amount of energy sourced from renewables – surpassed 20 percent in 2016. Regional Guidance Apple Valley has chosen to participate in the Re- gional Indicators Initiative, a program offered by Great Plains Institute. By partnering with metro- politan communities, GPI provides an assessment of energy usage and helps communities visualize the steps needed to reach their energy reduction targets, through the Local Government Project for Energy Planning (LoGoPEP). This program ben- efits all localities, which can compare their plans with one another and with the State’s 50 by ’30 plan. The LoGoPEP assessment for Apple Valley is included in Appendix I. Solar Solar energy is the most abundant resource in Minnesota. Solar output has expanded rapidly as technology has improved and the price of solar has dropped. Yet, this resource remains underutilized. Total insolation in Apple Valley is approximately 30 million megawatt hours per year. Figure 3.23 shows how this gross solar potential is distribut- ed across Apple Valley. Bright orange areas have high potential and dark areas have low potential. It is estimated that rooftop solar in Apple Valley could generate up to 250,000 mwh/yr, given roof- top availability and current technology, which as- sumes 10 percent conversion efficiency. If even a fraction of this resource potential were developed, it could power several hundred homes. Apple Valley’s subdivision regulations protect ac- cess to solar in new development and existing de- velopments, stating that in the case of all platting, the subdivision may be evaluated for its orienta- tion for possible solar energy system use and for its potential impacts to adjacent property. This cri- terion does not expressly prohibit or restrict devel- opment which impedes solar potential, but it could be applied as such. The extent to which this criteri- on is consistently prioritized will affect sustainabil- ity outcomes. In addition to local regulations, solar easements are enabled under Minnesota Statute 500.30 Subd. 3. Solar activities can also be regu- lated through zoning if necessary. Appendix I provides a further accounting of Apple Valley’s energy trends and charts strategies for developing solar potential in addition to other re- newables. General energy goals are included for Land Use, Economic Development, and other rel- evant chapters of the plan. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-30 Wind In general, community-sourced wind has less po- tential than solar. Small-scale wind turbines are less efficient and more visually disruptive than so- lar. Figure 3.24 shows wind potential for the state of Minnesota; the urbanized metro has some of the lowest potential for direct wind generation in the state. Nevertheless, electricity produced from regional wind farms provides a significant contri- bution to Apple Valley’s energy supply. Xcel Ener- gy is routinely rated as the nation’s top wind ener- gy utility. Figure 3.23 – Local Solar Suitability Map Apple Valley 42 CEDAR AVEGARDEN VIEW DR125TH ST W DIAMOND PATHM CA N D R EW S R D E GALAXIEAVEJOHNNY CAKE RIDGE RD140TH ST W 160TH ST W PILOT KNOB RDC O U N T Y R O A D 3 8 77 Gross Solar Potential (Watt-hours per Year) High : 1287678 Low : 900001 Solar Potential under 900,000 watt-hours per year County Boundaries City and Township Boundaries Open Water Features Gross Solar Potential Source: University of Minnesota U-Spatial Statewide Solar Raster. ANOKA DAKOTA HENNEPIN RAMSEY SCOTT WASHINGTON CARVER Extent of Main Map 0 1 20.5 Miles 11/30/2016 City of Apple Valley, Dakota County CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-31 Figure 2.24 – Minnesota Wind Potential Minnesota's Wind Resource by Wind Speed at 30 meters Wind Speed MPH (m/s) 0.0 -9.0 (0.00 -4.02) 9.0 -10.0 (4.02 -4.47) 10.0 -11.0 (4.47 -4.92) 11.0 -12.0 (4.92 -5.36) 12.0 -12.5 (5.36 -5.59) 12.5 -13.0 (5.59 -5.81) 13.0 -13.5 (5.81 -6.04) 13.5 -14.0 (6.04 -6.26) 14.0 -14.5 (6.26 -6.48) 14.5 -15.0 (6.48 -6.71) 15.0 -15.5 (6.71 -6.93) 15.5 -16.0 (6.93 -7.15) 16.0 -16.5 (7.15 -7.38) 16.5 -17.0 (7.38 -7.60) 17.0 -17.5 (7.60 -7.82) This map has been prepared under contract by WindLogics for the Department of Commerce using the best available weather data sources and the latest physics-based weather modeling technology and statistical techniques.The data that were used to develop the map have been statistically adjusted to accurately represent long-term (40 year)wind speeds over the state,thereby incorporating important decadal weather trends and cycles.Data has been averaged over a cell area 500 meters square,and within any one cell there could be features that increase or decrease the results shown on this map.This map shows the general variation of Minnesota’s wind resource and should not be used to determine the performance of specific projects.January 2006 CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-32 Community Context Implications for 2040 The Community Context chapter is more than sim- ply gauging the existing conditions of Apple Valley and gaining an understanding of various trends affecting the community. Impactful issues can be drawn out of the data that will inform plan policies and strategies. These issues are outlined below. Community Aging The age 70-74 cohort is projected to have the larg- est net increase through 2040 of any age cohort. The population above 65 years is projected to have significant increases in Apple Valley as baby boomers continue to age. Potential Plan Considerations: • If seniors are to be kept in the community, housing policies and options will need to be flexible for their needs; offering support to age-in-place and new housing choices sought by seniors. • Parks and trails are not only important for younger segments of the population. Public recreational spaces can be designed to better accommodate seniors. • As the population as a whole becomes older, the demand for health care will likely increase. Future land uses need to provide flexibility to allow more clinics, medical offices, hospitals, and related facilities. Increasing Diversity Race and ethnicity, as well as the types of house- holds (e.g. live alone, married with kids, non-fam- ily, etc.) are becoming increasingly diverse in Ap- ple Valley. Potential Plan Considerations: • Planning decisions need to be increasingly sensitive to the needs of a diversifying pop- ulation. • Park and recreation facilities and community events will become increasingly important as areas that bring different races, ethnicities, age groups, and others together as a commu- nity. • Encourage new development and redevelop- ment to provide a variety of household types to better accommodate the changing popula- tion. Jobs-Housing Balance Apple Valley imports its lower-wage work force. The 4 top employers in Apple Valley by Industry (Health Care and Social Assistance, Education- al Services, Accommodation and Food Services, and Retail Trade), representing over 65% of those employed in Apple Valley, support average hourly wages below the metro average. The majority of these jobs are filled by people living outside of the city. Conversely, 89% of those who live in Apple Valley work elsewhere. The relative lack of high wage job opportunities encourages residents to commute to other cities for those types of jobs. Potential Plan Considerations: • Focus on attracting and accommodating more development that caters to higher wage jobs, such as: Commercial Office; medical office/ clinics Business Parks; mixed use Industrial Parks; limited industrial • Reduce in-commuting of the lower wage work- force by expanding housing options and other pathways to increasing housing affordability. Housing Affordability Average household incomes are higher in Apple Valley than for Dakota County and the Twin Cit- ies metro. However, the incidence of poverty is increasing in Apple Valley and throughout the re- gion. While Apple Valley is affordable for most resi- dents, there is a general lack of affordable housing for low-income earners throughout the Twin Cities metro. Apple Valley is committed to meeting its share of the regional affordable housing require- ment and increasing local access to well-paying, head-of-household jobs. Potential Plan Considerations: • Increase the supply and mix of housing types to allow more opportunities for affordable rents and mortgages. • Consider housing proximity to below-average wage industries in order to retain and grow CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 3-33 this workforce in Apple Valley and support as- sociated industries. • Continue to strengthen multimodal infrastruc- ture: pedestrian, bicycle, and transit options need to be made increasingly available. • Maintain the Manufactured Home Park as a valuable affordable housing commodity. National Retail Trends The current nationwide retail bubble requires monitoring and repositioning, given the significant amount of retail space currently available in Apply Valley. Moving forward, new retail development opportunities have the potential to in-fill sought af- ter and amenity retail choices. Top internet sellers continue to have brick and mortar stores. Potential Plan Considerations: • The conventional formula of big box stores and strip malls with significant retail square footage is not the only way to provide retail opportunities. Encourage the diversification of the city’s retail development. Consider in- creased intensity of retail space, allowing for smaller square footage retail space to in- crease opportunities for small and medium sized businesses, to reduce the city’s reliance on large chain retailers. • For older, or more at-risk big box store and strip mall locations, provide contingency plans in the event such locations cannot attract re- placement retail businesses. Envision what post-retail uses might fit into targeted loca- tions. Development Opportunities The Fischer Sand and Aggregate Mining Area and the downtown Central Village area represent the last areas with significant opportunities for new development of significant scale. Potential Plan Considerations: • The City must leverage these coveted areas to provide development that solves issues identified in the Community Context, primarily including development that: Attracts a high-wage workforce Allows for medical services Provides a variety of housing options on a limited basis in the mining area Provides multiple uses at a higher in- tensity and density than how the City has historically developed • Ensure that these areas are well connect- ed into the surrounding urban fabric through careful development design and the consider- ation of multimodal connections. Technology Trends As technological change opens new frontiers, Apple Valley envisions itself as a regional leader for new technology deployment and investment. Technological improvements increase work ef- ficiency, resulting in greater financial savings, further investment, and economic growth. Many technologies will enable progress toward sustain- ability or resiliency initiatives – for example, the price of harvesting solar energy is rapidly decreas- ing to the point where transition from conventional fuels is justifiable on economic grounds, not just ethical ones. Several emerging technologies could impact Ap- ple Valley between now and 2040, although there is uncertainty about when or whether they will be adopted, the scale of adoption, and the magnitude of their effects on urban systems. For example, the emergence of automated and connected vehicles is widely touted as a defining moment for person- al transportation, but the commercial adoption of these technologies has been limited thus far; and while American automakers have invested in elec- tric vehicle production, their ability to meet their production goals is still largely dependent on pub- lic subsidy. The best way Apple Valley can accom- modate these and other nascent technologies is to develop a policy framework that addresses them now. This will allow the City to leverage public-pri- vate relationships and make guided, strategic in- vestments when opportunities become available. Apple Valley seeks to promote equitable technol- ogy development and expanded access to tech- nology through continued reinvestment in public services and consistent community engagement. Fiber to the home and business is one example with the ability to grow one the cost/benefit has been addressed. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-1 4. Land Use The Vision for the future of Apple Valley lays the foundation for the Comprehensive Plan. The Land Use Plan, in turn, provides the framework for guiding land use to achieve this vision. This Chapter includes several key elements that ex- press the vision through maps, goals, guidelines, and policy statements. These elements include: • Focus Areas (page 4-4) • The Future Land Use Map (page 4-17) • Description of Land Use Categories (page 4-19) • Land Use Goals and Policies (page 4-28) These elements are the primary tools for guiding future land use in accordance with the commu- nity’s vision. The Future Land Use Map guides uses for each parcel in the City. However, this land use plan is intended to be flexible, because it is anticipated that most growth will occur through redevelopment, of which the exact loca- tion and character cannot be specified. The plan refers to focus areas which are prior- itized for development and/or redevelopment. Two areas, the Fischer Sand and Gravel Mining Area and Downtown, represent the largest op- portunities for infill development and redevelop- ment and are the core areas for commerce and jobs development, respectively. Figure 4.1 illus- trates the general boundaries of these areas. The plan calls for them to be connected via an extension of the Ring Route and enhanced tran- sit service. There is a focus on enhancing ac- cessibility to transit, housing, and employment in within the Cedar Avenue corridor and the County Road 42 corridor. (See the Focus Areas Section for further discussion.) The Land Use Plan describes objectives, strat- egies, and design guidelines that correspond to the unique challenges and opportunities in these focus areas. To implement its vision in these ar- eas, the City may need to solidify its strategies through formal policies, i.e., though amend- ments to the zoning code, parking requirements, etc. For example, the City could formalize its policies for accessibility and density through the application of a transit-oriented development overlay district. The recommendations in the Plan are intended as a guide to facilitate future policy implementation. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-2 Figure 4.1 – Priority Planning Areas with Ring Route Extension Downtown Core (Retail/Office) Fischer Mine Area (Employment/Industry) Lakeville LEGEND N Original Ring Route Proposed Ring Route Extension 0 0.25 0.5Miles GALAXIE AVEFLAGSTAFF AVEPENNOCk AVECEDAR AVEJOHNNY CAKE RIDGE RD160TH ST W 147TH ST W 153RD ST W PILOT KNOB RD155TH PKWY 42COUNTY ROAD CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-3 Vision for General Development The overall goal of the City is to guide the use of land to realize the vision for Apple Valley. The goals and policies in this section describe the land use objectives of Apple Valley, which aim to meet the needs and desires of all members of the com- munity. The Land Use element of the Comprehen- sive Plan promotes a development pattern that can be sustained over time, makes the best use of available resources, and maximizes the ability of each use to meet its intended function, such as the provision of recreational, social, environmen- tal, or economic services. “Apple Valley is a place with outstanding quality of life. We must wisely use the natural, economic, and human resources needed to create this quality of life. We seek to provide the resources required to maintain and enhance this quality of life for generations. In doing so, Apple Valley aspires to be sustainable.” General Planning Strategies The City uses zoning and buffering techniques to guide all parcels toward their highest land use and maintain the integrity of distinctive uses. Zoning and Buffering Concepts An important objective of city planning in Apple Valley is to preserve the vitality and cohesiveness of residential neighborhoods. To that end, the City aims to minimize land use conflicts through application of the zoning ordinance and buffering policies. Zoning boundaries represent the most tenuous locations in a city, where land use incom- patibilities are likely to arise. Buffering techniques are Apple Valley’s primary strategy for smoothing land use transitions. The City uses buffers to separate incompatible land uses or portions of land uses that have the potential to negatively impact adjacent properties and/or neighborhoods. Buffers also: • Define neighborhood convenience centers • Provide open space in higher-density residen- tial developments • Introduce strategic design features into devel- opments • Reinforce neighborhood identity Designed buffer treatments utilize a variety of natural and structural design elements to reduce the effect of noise, light, traffic, or mismatched aesthetics on residential properties. Landscaping elements, berms, distance, fencing, and site and building orientation are all techniques that help to buffer uses. In cases where new development or redevelop- ment is proposed that may negatively impact existing uses, the City may require noise, traffic, shadow and similar studies to evaluate the extent of the expected impacts and the mitigation mea- sures needed to reduce those impacts. The second type of buffer, a “use” buffer, is part and parcel of land use planning and zoning as it is typically applied, but is not always stated as such. A “use” buffer acts to moderate the transition from a high-intensity use to a low-intensity use by incor- porating uses of moderate intensity in between. Typical zoning arrangements attempt to minimize the interface between high-intensity and low-in- tensity uses by promoting a gradual transition in intensity across an urban transect. An idealized arrangement is as follows: Industrial/commercial high-density residen- tial medium density low density This arrangement has several benefits: • Protects homeowners’ property invest- ments. Most Apple Valley homeowners live in low-density, single-family neighborhoods. • Protects commercial and industrial uses. Some commercial and industrial areas lose their ability to function properly if they are en- croached by low-intensity uses. • Links high-density residential develop- ments to jobs, retail, and services. Linking employees, workers, and consumers creates mutually beneficial relationships for business- es for all three groups. In this way, local regu- latory policies recognize the practical needs of the private market. • Aids transportation goals. The general ar- CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-4 rangement described above is seamlessly in- tegrated with the transportation plan through the roadway functional classification system. High density/intensity uses are located along arterials and major collectors. Low intensity uses are located on minor collectors and local streets. In addition, concentrating residential and employment densities along key tran- sitways promotes ridership for regional Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and the municipal transit system. General Community Design Standards The City uses this Plan, design policies, and other land use regulations to create desirable environ- ments for its residents to live, work, and play, and sustain high-quality development. The City uses general design standards to establish minimum requirements for site design, exterior architectur- al form and scale, and landscaping in key devel- opment areas, including major road corridors and larger parcels with few natural amenities. (Specific design guidelines for Downtown are included at the end of this chapter.) Municipal design guidelines consider the following aspects of development: • Site grading • Architectural building materials • Building orientation • Landscaping • Parking • Lighting • Property access • Internal traffic circulation • Pedestrian and bicycle facilities Innovative subdivision and development design techniques will be encouraged if they produce the enduring quality of development sought by the City and achieve other objectives of this Plan. Employment Areas Thriving, well-balanced communities require plen- tiful employment opportunities. Two key objectives of the Land Use Plan are to provide sufficient acre- age for employers and connect more Apple Valley residents to jobs within the City. The City targets household supporting employment (i.e., jobs that pay above the area median income The Fischer Sand and Gravel Mining Area has been guided for this purpose since the 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update. Desirable uses in higher-wage employment ar- eas should consist of office, office-showroom, services, medical, health care, research and de- velopment, and forms of light industrial land use that produce minimal noise, odor, or other forms of pollution. Undesirable uses are those that have high levels of noise, traffic congestion, odor, dust, vibration, lighting, and unmitigated contamination. Retail uses should be limited to 25% at the very maximum of the overall employment area and should be strategically guided to support the pri- mary employment use. Employment areas should have strong connectivity to the Downtown, resi- dential neighborhoods, and transit facilities. The City will adopt policies to guide the use of finan- cial programs and land use controls to attract and expand businesses that achieve these objectives. Natural Resources The natural environment makes a significant con- tribution to an attractive community image and quality of life. A mature urban forest dissipates heat and provides shade from the sun. Wetlands provide habitat for waterfowl and filter storm water runoff. The value of these and other natural fea- tures is not easily quantified. It is important that significant natural features be preserved whenev- er possible, and that artificial alternatives which perform a similar ecosystem service are construct- ed when necessary. Federal regulatory policy pro- tects valuable natural features at a high level, but the City of Apple Valley has also taken steps to protect fragile resources. Focus Areas In the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, two locations receive significant attention. These areas include the Fischer Gravel Mining Area, which will become Orchard Place, and Downtown. Figure 4.1 depicts these areas, which are adjacent to each other. Downtown is and will remain Apple Valley’s com- mercial center, while the focus of Orchard place is on high-quality employment. While these areas CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-5 have different opportunities and constraints for redevelopment, development should integrate a mixture of compatible land uses, a connected grid of “great streets”, and a transit-supportive density. A preliminary step to facilitate this transition is to extend the existing Ring Route east through Or- chard Place, as depicted in Figure 4.1. The follow- ing sections describe Orchard Place, Downtown, the Ring Route, and other aspects of Apple Val- ley’s focus areas in more detail. In 2040, Downtown and Orchard Place will feature a mixture of residential, commercial, and employment uses; a connected grid of “great streets”; and suburban-intensive transit-supportive density. Fischer Sand and Gravel Mining Area and Adjacent Infill Figure 4.2 shows the concept plan for the Fischer Sand and Gravel Mining Area. The master plan, called Orchard Place, designates 262 acres for non-residential, employment-based use. The 2030 Land Use Plan guided most of this acreage as Mixed Business Campus. The area is intend- ed to be a high-quality setting for general office, corporate office, research and development, light manufacturing, and office showroom. The City also has a strong desire to attract health facilities with related offices and clinics to this location giv- en market support for this use. The Mixed-Business Campus District provides flexibility for a variety of business/industry clusters. As of 2017, the Orchard Place site plan illustrates the location of each cluster, and identifies a spe- cific set of land use envisioned for each cluster. The plan sets clear goals for density and floor area ratios (FAR), which establish general parameters to achieve the desired development. FAR require- ments encourage a denser development pattern. In addition to the Fischer Sand and Gravel rec- lamation project, infill development will continue in the adjacent Cobblestone Lake area, located east of Pilot Knob Road. This Planned Develop- ment area is nearing buildout, with construction continuing in 2017. Remaining vacant parcels are planned for multifamily residential development. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-6 Figure 4.2 – Orchard Place Concept CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-7 Economic Development Potential The Metropolitan Council projects that Apple Val- ley will support 17,100 jobs by 2040, an increase of 2,821 from the 2010 Census figure. However, the Economic Development Authority has set a goal of reaching 19,000 jobs. The City recogniz- es a significant opportunity to create high-quality jobs and retain local labor, given that most resi- dents currently work in other jurisdictions. With its emphasis on employment-based uses, Orchard Place will substantially contribute toward this goal. Consistent with the keys identified as part of Ap- ple Valley’s vision, this employment-focused area will help provide a diversity of living-wage jobs and create opportunities for the City’s residents to work closer to home. The Mixed Business Campus land use category is intended to accommodate a mix of approximately 55% to 65% office (1/3 of which would be targeted for health and medical related facilities), 10% to 20% light industry/man- ufacturing, and 10% office showroom or office warehouse. Because the area also includes other mixed uses, high-density housing and incidental retail and service uses could also be considered to a limited extent. Transportation Network The Orchard Place plan is centered around two internal collector roads, Johnny Cake Ridge Road and 153rd Street W/155th Parkway. Johnny Cake Ridge Road bisects the site from north to south, intersecting with 153rd Street W/155th Parkway at a roundabout. These two streets provide the four primary access points to Orchard Place. They are each spaced approximately ½ mile from other sig- nalized intersections. As the City looks to devel- op its east-west transit connection along County Road 42, a future transit station is envisioned at the intersection of County Road 42 and Johnny Cake Ridge Road, at the north entrance to the Or- chard Place site. Additional minor accesses are spaced at intervals of 1/8 mile to 1/4 mile around the perimeter of the site. The 153rd Street W/155th Parkway route is a vital east-west connection to Downtown. This road is a planned extension of the Ring Route. A gas- line easement parallels the road to the south. An internal circulator route complements the primary north/south and east/west routes. Environmental and Recreational Amenities Three large ponds provide on-site storm water management and recreational amenities. The ponds are a practical use for the site, acting to counteract the effects impervious surface runoff and reducing the amount of fill that is needed for development. Apple Valley’s bedrock geology pro- vides natural storm water filtration. The ponds are connected through an internal trail system, three bridges, and two plaza/greenspace areas. One grade-separated trail connection is illustrated across 153rd Street, in the northwest quadrant of the site. Other midblock trail crossings should be explored. Downtown Downtown Apple Valley is located at the com- mercial crossroads of Cedar Avenue (TH 77) and County Road 42. It contains a cluster of large re- tail uses and some smaller offices and services, as well as key institutions (City Municipal Cen- ter), high-density apartments, and some newer mixed-use development. Having developed large- ly during the 1970s and 1980s, Downtown was and continues to be primarily auto-oriented. The quadrants surrounding Cedar Avenue and Coun- ty Road 42 consist of superblocks containing big- box stores and large areas of surface parking. The scope of Downtown continues to evolve in form, use, and density. With the development of Central Village and the Fischer Marketplace, Downtown has expanded to the east. The highlighted Down- town Core on figure 4.1 contains approximately 600 acres. One of the keys of this plan is “successful down- town.” Apple Valley envisions a unique, identifi- able, and thriving downtown. The building blocks are in place. Downtown is located about one of the busiest intersections in the state. It is served by the Red Line BRT, which connects riders to the central metro and other destinations. In 1990, the City invested in a series of road, sidewalk, and landscape improvements called the Ring Route, helping to further establish Downtown’s identity and improve access to the area. There are large areas of surface parking which could be redevel- oped for other uses. While Apple Valley will nev- CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-8 er have a “traditional” downtown, the evolving character of downtown suggests that there will continue to be opportunities for the community to establish a unique sense of place by creating an environment that is more walkable and engaging. A series of factors will shape the future of Down- town: • Big-box retail users are distributed through- out the area. Some of these sites will change hands between now and 2040, perhaps many times. Others may experience site transfor- mations, including reduced store footprints, adaptive reuse, or infill development as the retail market adapts to changing consumer preferences. • The existing travel grid consists of a series of “super blocks” – long, uninterrupted routes designed almost exclusively for vehicles. As redevelopment opportunities arise, some of these superblocks may be broken up to im- prove roadway connectivity and accessibility for other modes. • Cedar Avenue may be viewed as a river. That is, its function is to convey large volumes of continuous traffic flow. As a “river”, the road ef- fectively severs the east and west portions of Apple Valley. A previous planning effort by the American Institute of Architects recognized that Cedar Avenue as constructed prohibits a unified Downtown plan, and recommended a series of self-contained village plans for each quadrant of the Cedar Avenue/County Road 42 intersection. • Rivers need bridges. Cornejo Consulting and LHB Architects, in their 2008 study, Transit-Ori- ented Land Use Planning and Development Evaluation put forward conceptual improve- ments for the intersection of Cedar Avenue and County Road 42. One proposal envisions a grade-separated “lid”/plaza over the inter- section (See Figure 4.3). Any improvements to provide cross-connections across Cedar Avenue faces the complex task of balancing the implications for traffic on Cedar Avenue and County Road 42, transit service, pedes- trian and bicycle safety and mobility, and im- pacts to adjacent land development. If these or similar opportunities arise in the plan hori- zon, the City will work proactively with Dakota County to achieve the best possible results from these improvements. • The METRO Red Line bus rapid transit (BRT) service has been extended along the Cedar Avenue Corridor. The Red Line improvements will alter the form and function of Downtown and may create new development opportu- nities in Downtown. Access to BRT can be a catalyst for commercial, office, and housing development. The growth of regional BRT ser- vice expands the convenience and opportuni- ty of traveling between Apple Valley and oth- er metro-area destinations for employment, shopping, and other needs. • County Road 42 as an east-west transit link. This link is vital to connect the Downtown and greater Apple Valley with the dense concen- tration of jobs that are anticipated for Orchard Place, existing employment near 147th St. W, and the other amenities described above. This plan envisions a future regional transit route on County Road 42, with a conceptual transit station located at Johnny Cake Ridge Road. • Commercial development continues in sur- rounding communities. These commercial areas compete with the market for Downtown Apple Valley as a regional shopping destina- tion. Apple Valley will need to focus on down- town land uses, design features, and other opportunities that will differentiate Downtown from other regional communities. Figure 4.3 – Conceptual Cedar Avenue Lid Source: LHB Architects Ring Route The Downtown of Apple Valley is an evolving part of the community. In 1990, the City built distinctive streetscape improvements that became known as the Ring Route (See Figure 4.1). These improve- ments help to define an identity and character for the Downtown area. The Ring Route also serves to provide vehicle access to the Downtown apart CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-9 from the primary arterials, and separates the pri- mary shopping and service area of the City from the surrounding neighborhoods. The original Ring Route circles 147th Street W, Galaxie Avenue, 153rd Street W, and Pennock Avenue. The Cen- tral Village is located within this area, with a few undeveloped parcels remaining. Apple Valley’s core commercial district has shift- ed to the east with the development of the Fisch- er Marketplace and Central Village. Beyond, the Fischer Gravel Mining Area contains more than 400 acres which will be redeveloped and inte- grated into the downtown fabric. The Ring Route should be extended through Orchard Place in or- der to connect to the future employment area and draw from adjacent multifamily developments. To extend the Ring Route and develop opportu- nities along its perimeter, the City will incorporate similar design and amenities to ensure a consis- tent feel. The focus in this area will be on employ- ment-based land uses – mixed office, medical, and industrial, including the Mixed Business Cam- pus in Orchard Place – with ancillary retail and residential. Developing the intensity of adjacent land uses along 147th Street and 153rd Street will encourage the use of these routes as relievers for traffic on County Road 42. Distinctive streetscape improvements on the Ring Route help de- fine the Downtown area. Sense of Place The results of a public survey conducted in ear- ly 2017 indicates that there is strong support for investments in and redevelopment of Downtown that continue to promote a unique “sense of place.” A sense of place arises from utility, activity, and careful design. The City can use many poli- cy, economic, and design strategies to achieve its Downtown objectives. Survey participants indicated that “dining and re- tail variety” were needed in Apple Valley. Signif- icant mention was also made by the public for a “downtown or focal point” as something needed in Apple Valley. By following the Downtown Design Guidelines as new infrastructure, development and redevelopment opportunities arise, the City will be able to make significant strides towards creating a more unique downtown with dining and retail variety, along with a more definitive focal point (or points). Central Village District The Downtown focus area contains the Central Village, the 60-acre area surrounding the inter- section of Galaxie Avenue and 153rd Street West. This area includes the Shops on Galaxie, Vivo Kitchen, Grand Stay Hotel, RE/MAX office build- ing, Legacy Townhomes, Seasons at Apple Valley, Haralson Apartments, Remington Apartments, and Parkside Village Gabella. Kelley Park, a pop- ular community park and significant neighborhood amenity, hosts Music in Kelley Park throughout the summer and Oktoberfest in the fall. Parkside Vil- lage Galante is currently under construction and a mixed-use senior cooperative building with nearby restaurants, retail and office buildings are expect- ed to be under construction soon. Only a few lots remain for residential and mixed-use commercial development in the area. The vision for the Central Village was to create an area with a unique sense of place by offering a design alternative to the rest of the Downtown: multiple story buildings, with a mix of commer- cial, retail and residential uses placed closer to the street in a compact, pedestrian-oriented form. Vertical mixed use with commercial offices and re- tail on the first floor and residential housing on the upper stories was proposed. The Central Village has been shaped over time by market realities and right-sized for a suburban setting. Full build out of CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-10 the area was slowed by the recession, and the market was slow to accept the mixed-use-within- a-building development form. But as more of the residential developments are completed, the area is becoming the vibrant and active area that was envisioned. The area has accomplished its mixed- use vision, an energetic, sustainable and active place containing a variety of housing types, neigh- borhood commercial uses, live/work units and meaningful green spaces. The City has installed on-street parking and streetscaping improvements that will allow driv- ers to park in the Central Village area and walk the district. To maximize “dining and retail variety” opportunities in this area, the existing street im- provements can be taken advantage of through the promotion of ground-floor commercial retail development on vacant land. To further promote the Central Village as a “focal point”, new devel- opment should be built to the sidewalk to enhance pedestrian interaction with the street and to make the area unique. The City can take positive design concepts from the Central Village and build on them throughout the Downtown. As a first step, the City will adopt and implement a series of Downtown Design Guidelines. The Shops on Galaxie. Mixed Use The City desires more mixed-use development in Downtown. Uses could be mixed horizontally in building divisions or in separate buildings located close together, or they could be mixed vertically by floors within a single structure. Developers in the Twin Cities metro have begun to gravitate from vertical mixed-use, which poses distinct challeng- es. For example, a development is typically only as successful as the ground-floor use. A develop- ment built on ground-floor retail will suffer if the retail businesses suffer or are forced to vacate. Some ground-floor uses, such as restaurants, may also create bothersome effects (noise, odor) for the residents above. For these reasons and others, the development trend has shifted toward CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-11 horizontal mixed-use throughout the suburban communities of the region. Likewise, Apple Valley encourages horizontal mixed use. However, hori- zontal mixed use is only effective when designed as part of a cohesive site plan that considers both vehicular and active modes of transportation, well connected both internally and externally from the entire site. Transit Supportive Development Apple Valley envisions an inclusive, accessible Downtown that welcomes and engages citizens of all ages and abilities and supports alternative travel modes in addition to private automobiles. This includes transit, walking, and bicycling, as well and targeted improvements that support the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). Two corri- dors, Cedar Avenue and County Road 42, form the backbone of Downtown. The BRT improvements on Cedar Avenue should be leveraged and sup- ported by complementary land use planning and economic development initiatives. The Compre- hensive Plan envisions the expansion of regional transit to County Road 42, which already supports a local bus route. An expanded transit system on County Road 42 would serve new development in Orchard Place, strengthen the east-west link be- tween Downtown and the developing employment areas, and alleviate some traffic on County Road 42, offsetting some of the targeted density in- crease in this area. Typically, this type of integrat- ed approach to developing public transit corridors and adjacent properties is called transit-oriented development (TOD). As a suburban community, Apple Valley wishes to pursue TOD at a “subur- ban-intensive” scale. This term reflects the City’s desire to become denser in key locations served by transit, while acknowledging the realities of its suburban character. Figure 4.4 shows the transit supportive area, which connects Downtown to Orchard Place and extends ¼ mile to ½ mile from Cedar Avenue and County Road 42 and connects Downtown to Or- chard Place. These are walkable distances; how- ever, the existing street systems and land use pattern does not actively encourage pedestrian activity in most areas. Through targeted land use, transportation, and economic development efforts the City can better encourage walking and bicy- cling in Downtown, helping it become more acces- sible and sustainable. Improving multimodal accessibility reinforces sustainability and resiliency goals by reducing vehicle miles traveled and diversifying travel options for commuting and shopping. The focus on multimodal accessibility in the com- prehensive plan reflects the reality of regional transportation opportunities and constraints. As noted in the Metropolitan Council’s 2040 Trans- portation Policy Plan, it is not possible to contin- ue to expand highway capacity in a sustainable way, given the Twin Cities’ expanding footprint and funding limitations. Doing so would only induce more traffic. Therefore, the regional transportation plan is shifting toward a strategy of travel demand management (TDM) versus highway capacity im- provements. Part of TDM involves the application of transit-oriented growth strategies. Transit-oriented development in Apple Valley should be “suburban-intensive” – density will increase in targeted locations, but the sub- urban character of the community will be re- tained overall. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-12 Figure 4.4 – Transit Supportive Area GALAXIE AVECEDAR AVEJOHNNY CAKE RIDGE RDFLAGSTAFF AVEPENNOCK AVE140TH ST W 155TH PKWY 153RD ST W DOWNTOWN ORCHARD PLACE PILOT KNOB RDÆT ÆT ÆT ÆT ÆP ÆP Lakeville Park and Ride Conceptual Station Transit Station Transit Supportive Area Red Line Red Line Extension Conceptual East/West Transit Route LEGEND N ÆT ÆT ÆP 0 0.25 0.5Miles 42COUNTY ROAD CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-13 Land Use Objectives Within Downtown, Orchard Place, and the transit supportive corridors, the current development pat- tern could change significantly by 2040. In con- trast to residential development, job-related land uses have a tendency to change frequently. Over the 20-year horizon of this Comprehensive Plan, many commercial properties may become struc- turally, functionally, and/or economically obsolete, opening the door redevelopment. Land use pol- icies in this area will be directed to support sta- ble business, target commercial redevelopment opportunities, infill vacant parcels, and increase residential densities. Some properties have been vacant or underperforming for some time. For example, the Times Square commercial site has operated with roughly 50% vacancy for several years. Other large commercial properties, such as the old Rainbow store on Cedar Avenue, remain vacant. Some of these commercial sites may find new life under a different owner or strategic re- development. As available infill opportunities are exhausted, the healthy market will ultimately en- courage revitalization of these areas. The Downtown Focus Area supports a mix of hous- ing, commercial, and job generating uses. Apple Valley supports the following objectives for “subur- ban-intensive” transit-oriented development: • Support job growth where concentrations ex- ist and along regional highway nodes • Provide a complementary mix of land uses to balance housing, employment, service, and retail needs • Locate medium-to-high density housing at a variety of price points • Increase overall density, with the highest den- sity located within ¼ mile of the METRO Red Line and high frequency transit service (ap- proximately 10-minute walk) • Support a system of arterials, local streets, sidewalks, and trails that distributes traffic more broadly and improves opportunities to walk and bike. • Improve parking efficiency by exploring shared parking opportunities, minimum park- ing requirements, and other schemes. Housing should be built at densities of at least 40 units per acre in the Transit Supportive Area. Today, Apple Valley’s zoning code requires a mini- mum of 12 units per acre for high-density residen- tial development. However, recent multiple family residential developments have largely exceeded 40 units per acre, especially in Downtown. Rec- ognizing this trend, the City has established a new residential land use category called “Suburban Intensive High Density” (SIHD) which recognizes the densities in the Central Village Area that have already approved. Most of the recently developed parcels have a density of 40 units per acre. The SIHD is proposed to have a density ranging from 24 to 48 units/acre which better reflects the exist- ing development pattern. The SIHD will help the City to be recognized for the already approved higher density developments. This, in turn, will help the City to achieve its affordability goals. Ul- timately, using this tool, the City is confident it will easily meet the goal of achieving an average of 10 units per acre for the entire area. Walkability A key goal is improving walkability and pedestrian activity. Both the public survey for this plan and previous survey efforts described the difficulty of navigating Apple Valley without a car. A sense of place is difficult to absorb from the automobile. Pedestrian activity leads to social interaction and community health benefits, and has been shown to increase retail sales receipts in many downtown environments. The roads and businesses in downtown require a safe and convenient environment for drivers and pedestrians. Within this environment, the City is committed to examining and implementing tech- niques to make downtown a place that is safe and attractive for pedestrians and bicyclists and where vehicle access makes good business sense. Walkable environments are visually stimulating, higher-density, and tend to have shorter block lengths. Pedestrians will always take the short- est route and short blocks provide more possible routes for them to use. The current configuration of superblocks in Downtown is a deterrent to pe- destrians and bicyclists. Pedestrians always pre- CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-14 fer to take the shortest route, and are deterred by a system of long, orthogonal blocks. Although parking lots are technically navigable on foot, they are neither inviting nor particularly safe for extend- ed pedestrian travel. To fabricate a more walkable environment, the Downtown street grid could be enhanced by adding additional linkages for vehi- cles and pedestrians when redevelopment oppor- tunities present themselves. Figure 4.5 depicts a concept for breaking up the superblocks in the four quadrants of the Downtown core by overlay- ing a new travel grid and enhancing pedestrian access at the Downtown periphery. The new inte- rior streets, shown in purple, are conceptual only. Some of them would require more planning than others. Some might not be new “streets” so much as enhancements of existing parking areas that provide more definition for vehicle or pedestrian circulation. Increasing the density of jobs and households in downtown will promote walkability by increasing the percentage of internal trips (trips that have both origination and destination in the downtown Focus Area/travel analysis zone). Figure 4.5 – Conceptual Downtown Travel Connections Existing Ring Route Potential Vehicular Connection Transit Station Existing Vehicle Route Potential Pedestrian Connection Park and Ride LEGEND N CEDAR AVEPENNOCK AVEGARRETT AVEGALAXIE AVECOUNTY ROAD 42/150TH ST W 147TH ST W 153RD ST W Æ Æ Æ Æ 0 200 400 600Feet P P T T ÆT CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-15 Cedar Avenue Corridor The METRO Red Line BRT has three stops in Apple Valley: the main transit station at 155th Street, and two walk-up stations at 147th Street and 140th Street. The extension of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) to Apple Valley via the Red Line has already triggered land use changes along the Ce- dar Avenue Corridor. This transit investment can leverage future transit-oriented development. As a suburban community, Apple Valley recognizes that TOD goals must be practical in scale and intensity – they must be “suburban-intensive.” County Road 42 Corridor County Road 42/150th Street is identified as a po- tential east/west regional transit route. The City of Apple Valley has been engaged in conversations with Dakota County regarding fixed-route transit service in this corridor. This transit route would be viewed as a supporting route for the Cedar Ave- nue Red Line, and is crucial for linking the primary future employment area with Downtown and fully integrating the Orchard Place Plan into the exist- ing urban fabric. The City envisions a future transit station at the intersection of Johnny Cake Ridge Road and County Road 42. Transit Station Planning Nodes There are three transit stations located in the Ce- dar Avenue corridor, and a conceptual future tran- sit station has been identified at County Road 42 and Johnny Cake Ridge Road. These represent nodal opportunities to encourage transit-support- ive land use and discourage uses that obstruct TOD objectives. As redevelopment opportunities arise, the following uses will be encouraged: • Multifamily housing and small-lot residential units • Hotels • Commercial Office Space • Health care clinics and medical offices • Retail services and restaurants Sustainable Community In the 2040 vision for Apple Valley, sustainabil- ity is one of the Keys. The Community Context chapter recognizes the City’s numerous achieve- ments in sustainability. Meanwhile, the Compre- hensive Planning process encouraged a group of like-minded citizens to discuss other opportunities. Clearly, Apple Valley’s leaders and its residents have a common interest in preserving the qualities that make the community great. Any time there are opportunities for development, redevelopment, or retrofits there are opportunities to improve sustainability. Therefore, the two fo- cus areas discussed above – Orchard Place and Downtown – represent the largest opportunities to address sustainability issues through planning and development. Some of the most significant opportunities to practice sustainable design will come through adaptive reuse and redevelopment. Land use planning can guide sustainability in nu- merous ways: • Increase density in key planning areas. Ap- ple Valley has a growing population, limit- ed growth area, and no ability to expand. Therefore, it will become denser. The key to land use planning will be to target this densi- ty in key areas and limit the negative impacts of densification. Increased density will enable Apple Valley to become more sustainable on several fronts. Higher densities encourage walking, bicycling, and transit ridership. In- creasing density by developing successful multistory office, multifamily, and mixed-use structures improves energy efficiency by re- ducing per capita demand. Density increases the retail customer base that local businesses need to thrive. Apple Valley has recently de- veloped many successful multifamily projects around 40 units per acre. While residential is not intended to be the primary use in Down- town or Orchard Place, most of the infill res- idential opportunities identified in the future land use plan are planned for similar densi- ties. Increasing density is not just a goal of suburban retrofits, but usually a prerequisite – adding density generates the return on in- vestment that is needed for redevelopment to be viable. • Encourage reduction/retrofits of underper- forming paved surfaces. One of the effects of increased density is that it coincides with a reduction of paved surface. In Apple Valley’s Downtown, a substantial amount of paved surface is used for parking. Some of this CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-16 space could be put to better use. Asphalt is an “underperforming” use – it allows rainwater to absorb oil, fertilizer, and other chemicals be- fore making its way into the drinking supply; it radiates heat; and it represents an opportuni- ty cost, generating no tax revenue of its own. Apple Valley can reduce the amount of paved surface by adjusting its expectations for new development and by encouraging adaptive reuse for existing development. Various per- meable pavers can be encouraged as a more sustainable alternative to asphalt. • Use best landscaping practices to improve water cycling. The application of landscap- ing techniques for stormwater management, such as rain gardens and bioswales, can off- set some of the effects of impermeable pave- ment, described above. Apple Valley has used these techniques effectively in the past. Ex- tending their application in Downtown will im- prove drainage and enhance the appeal to the built environment. Raingardens should be ap- propriately located and designed to produce best effects. • Increase local and regional transit rider- ship. The extension of the Red Line to Apple Valley has opened new development opportu- nities in the Cedar Avenue transitway. Direct transit service can increase property values, which, in some cases, may facilitate redevel- opment. Apple Valley can support regional rid- ership by addressing the “last-mile” problem and improving access to the Red Line. One strategy is to improve pedestrian connectivity and safety in Downtown and enhance pedes- trian crossings at Cedar Avenue. Another is to provide a circulator from the Red Line to the Minnesota Zoo. Further, the City will extend the Ring Route, improving access between Downtown and surrounding neighborhoods. Finally, both the City and Dakota County are engaged in discussions about enhancing east- west transit service on County Road 42. This connection would be an integral component of Orchard Place. With a strong transit network in place, more opportunities will arise for “sub- urban-intensive” TOD, particularly within the Accessibility Focus Area. With a focus on tran- sit and supportive development, Apple Valley will endeavor to reduce its carbon footprint. • Develop renewable energy systems. The biggest impact Apple Valley can make to re- duce its carbon footprint is to develop its re- newable energy systems. The State of Minne- sota has set a goal of 50 percent renewable energy by 2030. This initiative encourages competition in the private sector and between communities in their efforts to become more sustainable. There are numerous opportuni- ties to develop renewables in Apple Valley’s public and private sectors. The City will eval- uate its use of land use controls to protect ac- cess to solar and encourage solar installation by residents. Likewise, the City will encourage electric vehicles by providing sufficient plug-in locations. Electric vehicles could be incorpo- rated as part of a broader sustainable trans- portation strategy – for example, by develop- ing a circulator between the Red Line and the Minnesota Zoo. Adaptive reuse and redevel- opment will provide additional opportunities to improve energy efficiency. Renewable energy potential should always be evaluated for rede- velopment projects. The Great Plains Institute performed an assessment of the local energy system, which will be used to develop more specific energy goals. This assessment is ap- pended by reference, and is available from the City upon request. 2040 Land Use Plan The 2040 Land Use Map identifies a future land use for every parcel in Apple Valley. Significant new development and redevelopment is antici- pated to occur in the focus areas described in the preceding text. However, the exact location and orientation of that development is not presently known. Parcel boundaries will change as the re- tailers come and go. Large superblocks may be subdivided. Figure 4.6 shows the parcel-based land use plan for 2040. Table 4.1 provides the total acreage for each use. Individual uses are described in the fol- lowing text. 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EAGAN BURNSVILLELAKEVILLE ROSEMOUNTMINNESOTA ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS LEBANON HILLS REGIONAL PARK VALLEYWOOD MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE Farquar Lake Long Lake Lac Lavon Cobblestone Lake Alimagnet Lake 140TH ST W 150TH ST W GALAXIE AVEGARDEN VIEW DRCEDAR AVE160TH ST W JOHNNY CAKE RIDGE RDPILOT KNOB RDMCANDRE W S R DINTERSTATE 35EDIAMOND PATHN 0 0.25 0.5Miles 2030 to 2040 Change Medium Density Residential High Density Residential Commercial Public and Institutional Private Recreation Utilities Mixed Business Campus Right of Way Water Manufactured Housing Industrial Mixed Use Suburban-Intensive High Density Residential! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Low Density Residential Park and Open Space CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-19 Table 4.1 Future Land Use Categories Land Use Acres % Total Low Density Residential 4,586 41.0% Medium Density Residential 554 5.0% High Density Residential 297 2.7% Suburban Intensive High Density 37 < 1.0% Mobile Home Park 108 1.0% Commercial 539 4.8% Mixed Use 5 < 1.0% Industrial 252 2.2% Mixed Business Campus 164 1.5% Public/Institutional 489 4.4% Park and Open Space 1,786 16.0% Private Recreation 23 < 1.0% Water 310 2.8% Right-of-Way ~2,000 18.1% Total 11,181 100% Residential Uses Promoting the public’s health, safety, and welfare starts with caring for residential neighborhoods. A variety of residential uses are required to meet the diverse needs of Apple Valley residents. Apple Val- ley uses low-, medium-, and high-density residen- tial to provide different functions, and strives for an appropriate distribution of these uses to meet the current and forecasted needs and desires of the community. The following text and tables summa- rize the intent of each residential use, both indi- vidually and within the broader land use context. A fuller description is included in the Future Land Use Plan. Housing is discussed in greater detail in Chapter 5. Low Density Residential (LD) Use type examples: Single-family detached homes, duplexes, twin homes, townhomes Low Density Residential (LD) broadly consists of single-family, detached dwellings. This is the sin- gle largest land use in Apple Valley. A large base of owner-occupied homes promotes neighborhood stability by reducing resident turnover and encour- aging homeowner investment in private property. Low-Density Residential (single-family residential) is the most restrictive zone. Limiting conflicts with high-intensity uses ensures that property values are protected over time. Protected property values help maintain stable neighborhoods and directly benefit local citizens through contributions to the municipal tax base. Low Density neighborhoods benefit from a variety of services and institutions, including parks, play- grounds, schools, religious institutions, and ap- propriate-scale commercial. A system of safe and well-designed sidewalks and trails is essential to connect with schools, parks, downtown, and other destinations in the community. A variety of housing types may be built in Low Density Residential areas including single-family detached dwellings, duplexes, twin homes, town- homes, and other types of attached housing. In the past, housing densities ranged from one-half to 6 units per acre. Today, the Land Use Plan plac- es housing densities in Low Density Residential areas at 2-6 units per acre. However, the City recognizes that in some cas- es of infill development when there are severe slopes, mature trees, lakes, wetlands, or existing adjacent residential neighborhoods, it may not be practical to meet the density standard. The City will use the zoning ordinance and other land use controls to manage this land use cate- gory. Most existing single-family residential neigh- borhoods are zoned R-1, R-2, R-3 or R-CL. Addi- tionally, the R-5 (two-family); M-1, M-2, and M-3 (multiple-family), and PD (planned development) CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-20 districts are eligible for this land use category pro- vided that the performance criteria set forth in the zoning ordinance are met. Medium Density Residential (MD) Use type examples: Duplexes (side-by-side or stacked), carriage houses, triplexes, fourplex- es, bungalow courts, townhomes Medium Density Residential (MD). Nationwide, alternative single family living options are increas- ingly becoming an attractive option for aging baby boomers seeking a transition to a living environ- ment that offers independence without the main- tenance requirements and property tax bill asso- ciated with conventional single family detached housing. In addition, medium-density residential typically provides housing at a lower price point than low-density residential and helps enable the City to meet its share of regional affordable hous- ing requirements. Medium Density Residential land uses include townhomes, other attached single-family dwell- ings, and low-rise apartments and condominiums at densities that range from 6-12 units per acre. This designation fits with the M-4, M-5, M-6, and PD zoning districts. High Density Residential (HD) Use type examples: Courtyard apartments, cottage flats, conventional apartment building complexes High Density Residential (HD) consists of at- tached multifamily housing. The City benefits from high-density development by capitalizing on efficiencies in the provision of infrastructure, services, and attached-building construction, and the increased concentration of taxpayers per unit area. High-density residential neighborhoods ben- efit from proximity to services such as shopping, transit, daycare, recreation, and other similar uses. Retail shopping centers and service provid- ers likewise benefit from a dense local customer base. Providing these uses near to high-density residential leads to mutual efficiencies and lessens dependence on private vehicles. High-density res- idential developments should be located where services are currently available and convenient or are expected to be in the future. Linking people to jobs and services is critical. High-density developments can be leveraged for economic development purposes and suburban transit-oriented development. As such, they are frequently located on high-volume arterial cor- ridors with access to retail and services. Often, high-density residential is considered as a “use” buffer between lower-density residential and high- er-intensity commercial or industrial uses. This goal is rational in theory, but care should be taken to ensure that undesirable impacts are not ineq- uitably offloaded onto a greater number of resi- dents. Buffer treatments, including landscaping and building/site orientation, can minimize the impacts of light, noise, and traffic on high-density areas. The strategic location of a row of garages, for example, can shield apartments from the noise and activity of a nearby highway. High Density Residential areas include multi- CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-21 ple-family structures (apartments and condomini- ums) at densities greater than 12 units per acre to the extent allowed by the zoning ordinance. Developments with densities of up to 40 units per acre are allowed in the areas within and adjacent to the downtown if certain performance standards in the zoning code are met. The HD designation fits with M-7, M-8, and PD zoning districts. High Density Residential requires additional provision of parking, infiltration, and buffering from incom- patible uses. Building setback, bulk requirements, lot-coverage requirements, and parking require- ments are outlined in the zoning code. Suburban Intensive High Density Resi- dential (SIHD) Use type examples: Multiple story apartments, condominiums and cooperative complexes Suburban Intensive High Density Residential (SIHD) consists of sites that the City has approved for densities greater than 24 unit/acre and most often average 40 units/acre. SIHD is located ad- jacent to the METRO Red Line transit stations and takes advantage of the products and services conveniently located in the Downtown. The SIHD designation does not increase the density of the parcels shown, but rather recognizes the densities already approved by the City. This land use des- ignation is served with a PD zoning designation. Manufactured Housing In the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update, the City is creating a new land use category called “Man- ufactured Housing” to recognize and maintain the two existing manufactured neighborhoods in Apple Valley. The two neighborhoods are located adjacent to Cedar Avenue in the north end of the community and may face redevelopment pressure over the course of this plan, especially if connec- tions to transit services are improved. The City intends to maintain the two neighborhoods to en- sure unsubsidized affordable housing is available in Apple Valley. Commercial Land Uses and the Downtown Commercial Use type examples: Retail, office, and ser- vice-related uses The Commercial (C) designation includes a wide variety of retail, office, and service uses that vary in intensity and off-site impacts. The City uses the zoning ordinance to regulate the intensity and characteristics of development. Lower-intensity districts include Limited Business and Neighbor- hood Commercial. Higher-intensity districts in- clude General Business and Retail. In each dis- trict, land use and performance standards set parameters for development. Examples include parking, building setbacks, infiltrations, site ac- cess, and lot coverage. The following descriptions provide guidance on the type, character, and location of commercial land uses. Limited Business Use type examples: General office and non-re- tail businesses (e.g. medical offices) The limited business designation is reserved for general offices and businesses that exclude retail activities. Business operations usually occur with- in an enclosed building and are generally limited to weekdays. These uses are located adjacent to the retail core of the downtown and may act as a transition to residential neighborhoods. The LB, LB-1, and PD zoning districts are applicable with CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-22 this commercial category. Applicable performance standards include: • High-quality site and architectural design. Building materials are expected to promote pleasing off-site views of the development. • Buffering and screening to the residential land uses is limited to the parking areas and deliv- ery areas due to limited off-site impacts asso- ciated with limited business uses themselves; • Landscaping shall consist of aesthetic treat- ment to complement existing vegetation re- tained on the site, and to enhance building design and soften parking lot areas. • Significant traffic attracted by the site develop- ment shall be generally limited to the morning and evening peak hours with modest levels of off-peak activity. Weekend traffic impacts should be minimal. • Driveway access points to the use shall be from non-local streets or those designed for primarily non-residential traffic. No direct ac- cess to County Road 42 or Cedar Avenue shall be allowed, except as permitted by Da- kota County. • Lighting is limited to parking lot, sign and building illumination designed for customer and employee safety with attention to impacts to adjacent residential uses. General Business Use type examples: Large commodity busi- nesses (e.g. car dealership) General business uses are larger commodity re- tail services that primarily serve private other busi- ness and industrial needs as well as residents. These uses have the potential to create off-site impacts and may not be appropriate adjacent to residential neighborhoods the GB and GB-1 zon- ing districts accommodate commercial uses with- in this land use category. Applicable performance standards include: • High-quality site design and building materials are expected to be used to promote pleasing off-site views of the development. • Buffering and screening of loading dock and delivery areas from adjacent land uses should be provided due to noise and activity within these areas. • Landscaping shall be used to provide interrup- tion of long building walls and to soften park- ing lot areas. • Traffic impacts are not expected to be as sig- nificant as those created by large uses in the Retail district. However, freight traffic is char- acteristic of uses in this land category. Space for truck maneuvering should be planned for these uses. • Driveway access points to the development shall be from non-local streets or those de- signed for primarily non-residential traffic. Direct access should be limited to roadways planned and designed for heavy vehicles. No direct access to County 42 or Cedar Avenue shall be allowed, except as may be permitted by Dakota County. • Lighting is limited to parking lot, sign and building illumination designed for customer and employee safety. Loading and delivery areas shall be screened from off-site views. Retail Retail uses typically encompass the tradition- al community shopping businesses and occupy much of the downtown area. This commercial land use is intended to accommodate a wide range of goods and service retailers. Off-site impacts in- clude activity, light, noise, and generally higher traffic impacts than other commercial uses. Res- idential developments are not allowed within this land use category except for those planned in conjunction with a planned development (PD), or within the upper floors of multi-level buildings as a conditional use to ensure that impacts are miti- gated. Retail land uses will be zoned RB, SC, and CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-23 PD. Applicable performance standards include the following: • High-quality site and architectural design and building materials are expected to be used to promote pleasing offsite views of the develop- ment. • Development in the downtown area shall ad- here to the Downtown Design Guidelines; • Landscaping shall be installed to provide aesthetic treatment of buildings and to soften parking lot areas; • Significant traffic impacts during the week- day and weekends is associated with retail development. Traffic studies may be required in conjunction with the review of large devel- opments or high traffic-generating uses that have the potential to threaten the integrity of the existing and planned roadway system. Developments that lower the level of service on adjacent roadways or intersections may be required to install traffic improvements to improve the level of service to its pre-devel- opment condition if City approval is granted. • Driveway access points to the development shall be from non-local streets or those de- signed for primarily non-residential traffic. No direct access to County Road 42 or Cedar Avenue shall be allowed, except as may be permitted by Dakota County. • Lighting is limited to parking lot, sign and building illumination designed for customer and employee safety. Neighborhood Service Use type examples Neighborhood market, drug store These uses are defined as limited commercial ar- eas that accommodate the opportunity for a lim- ited amount of convenience retail shops such as grocery and drugstores; residential services such as dry cleaning and daycare; and accessory small offices. These areas are zoned RB and NCC. Ap- plicable performance standards include: • High-quality site and architectural design and building materials are expected to be used to integrate development into surrounding neigh- borhoods. • The scale of development is expected to be limited in size to complement adjacent devel- opment and designed with a residential char- acter. • Parking and delivery areas should be limited to non-residential sides of the development to remove off-site impacts of noise and activity. No uses with drive-up windows shall be al- lowed if they can’t be located/buffered away from residential areas. • Landscaping shall consist of buffering of adja- cent residential uses from parking areas and aesthetic treatment of buildings. • Traffic impacts from development are intend- ed to localized, as opposed to trips from other community or subregional markets. • Driveway access to the development shall be directed away from residential homes. • Lighting is limited to parking lot and building illumination designed for customer and em- ployee safety. Building and parking area light- ing shall not be allowed during the time the businesses are closed. • Given its proximity to residential areas, hours of operation of the use(s) shall be limited. Industrial and Mixed Business Employment Areas As explained in the Community Context chap- ter, Apple Valley has a relative lack of high wage (above the hourly metro average) job opportuni- ties. Therefore, it is important to designate prop- erty for the creation of jobs and to expand oppor- tunities for people to live and work in Apple Valley. An overarching vision for the land use plan is to provide opportunities for higher-wage business- es and workers to thrive. The land use plan does this by identifying ample areas that could be de- veloped or redeveloped for business and employ- ment purposes, including manufacturing facilities, office space, research and development sites, and medical and healthcare facilities. The Industrial (IND) and Mixed Business Campus (MBC) dis- tricts accommodate many of these uses, and help solidify the City’s economic base. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-24 Industrial (IND) Use type examples: Goods manufacturing, processing, warehousing Industrial (IND) allows offices, assembly, ware- house, manufacturing, and other similar activities within an enclosed building to limit the amount of dust, noise, odor, and other adverse impacts. The current zoning district categories that regulate in- dustrial uses include I-1, I-2, BP and PD. Perfor- mance standards in the Industrial district include the following: • High-quality site design and building materials are expected to be used to promote pleasing off-site views of the development • This land use designation shall not be locat- ed adjacent to residential land uses without a significant buffer, which consists of distance, berming, heavy landscaping, decorative fenc- es/walls, or a combination thereof as deter- mined by the area characteristics deemed ad- equate by the City. Loading and delivery areas shall be screened from off-site views. • Landscaping shall consist of aesthetic treat- ment to provide interruption of long building walls and to soften parking lot areas. • Exterior storage of materials and equipment shall be completely enclosed, or screened from all property lines by a fence or wall. • Personal vehicle traffic impacts from develop- ment are not expected to be significant com- pared to other retail land use categories. How- ever, heavy freight vehicles are characteristic of uses in this land use category. Space for truck and vehicle maneuvering needs to be planned for these uses. Weekend trip attrac- tion to industrial sites should be minimal. • Driveway access to the development shall be from non-local streets or those designed for primarily non-residential traffic. No direct ac- cess to County Road 42 shall be allowed. • Lighting is limited to parking lot and building illumination designed for employee safety. Mixed Business Campus (MBC) Use type examples: Research and develop- ment, office park, hospital Mixed Business Campus (MBC) areas are intend- ed to be high-quality settings for office campus, office with light industrial, office with biomedical manufacturing, health care facilities, health care training, general office, corporate office, and other higher-intensity employment uses. Mixed retail and commercial service uses that serve the campus and adjacent neighborhoods will be limited in area and to activities that support the employment objectives of the MBC. Some ex- amples of supportive uses include lodging, restau- rants, daycare, banking, and other retail uses that may support the campus directly as well as adja- cent neighborhoods. Such uses should generally be located along County Road 42. The mix of uses in the MBC district includes the following: • 55%-65% office • 10-20% light industry/manufacturing • 10% office warehouse/showroom • 5% commercial and retail uses As part of the interest in creating mixed-use devel- opment, higher-density housing along 153rd Street and generally south to 157th Street would also be considered to complement the most intense office, health, and industrial uses. Multi-family housing could be developed upwards of 40 units per acre and constitute up to 20% of the district total. This modeling is further discussed in the Economic Development Chapter, which references land use percentages, FAR ratios, and job-creation goals. Mixed Use (MIX) Use type examples: Live/work units, planned unit development Mixed Use (MIX) areas contain a mix of retail and service businesses, office, institutional, medium and high-density residential, public uses, and/or park and recreation uses. The uses may be mixed CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-25 vertically in a common structure or horizontally in a common, well-defined site or area. Apple Valley’s objectives for Mixed Use are as fol- lows: • Organize land in a compact and walkable en- vironment • Ensure that Mixed Use PD site plans include strong, well-defined internal and external mul- timodal connections, especially for pedestri- ans and bicyclists. • Set standards for private development and public improvements that produce enduring quality and enhance the character and identity of Apple Valley. • Encourage parking strategies that support greater intensity of use, and which promote pedestrian activity in Mixed Use districts. • Integrate green/open space into Mixed Use areas. • Improve environmental conditions, such as water quality and energy use, through devel- opment incentives. • Connect Mixed Use areas to public facilities, including transit systems, and to the broader community. Mixed Use will be implemented through PD zon- ing. The City will also use design standards and other land use controls to achieve the desired out- comes. Currently, only two parcels in the Central Vil- lageare designated MIX. The City intends to use the suburban intensive high density designation in areas already approved for high density multiple family development I the Downtown. Mixed Use may be applied in the future in other parts of the Downtown Focus Area and/or the Cedar Avenue Development Corridor to facilitate redevelopment. Parks, Institutions, and Open Space Institutions (INST) Use type examples: Schools, religious institu- tions, libraries, civic buildings. Institutions (INST) are public or quasi-public ame- nities, excluding parks, that greatly impact the character of the community. Although public uses require public investment or donations and do not generate taxes of their own, the value of these amenities is reflected by increasing the value of surrounding properties. Schools, hospitals, and places of worship give neighborhoods definition. These uses are a source of community pride. They drive residential property values and neighborhood reinvestment. Apple Valley citizens are proud of their strong public school system. The largest institution is the Minnesota Zoo, which is an asset for the entire Twin Cities region. Government facilities are a prime example of insti- tutional uses. The City Municipal Center, the Da- kota County library, the Dakota County Western Services Center (WSC), and the US post office, etc., should be all concentrated in Downtown Ap- ple Valley to best serve the community. The City seeks to maximize the local benefits of regional park and institutional uses while avoiding expansion or changes in use that have a signifi- cant negative impact on adjacent residential prop- erties. Undesirable impacts include traffic, light, and noise. Buffering techniques should be incor- porated into the designs of planned institutional and similar land uses that are located adjacent to residential uses. The implementing zoning districts for institutional properties are the P-Institutional District and the Planned Development (PD) district. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-26 Parks (P) The Parks (P) designation is applied to all existing public parks, public playfields, trail corridors, and golf courses. Trails are connecting elements, not zones. Property that is intended for park purposes in the future is depicted on the 2040 land use plan map. Future neighborhood parks that result from subdivision development have not been depicted on the map since the exact location of the park will not be known until development occurs. The need and area of future parks are discussed in the Parks Chapter. The provision of parks associated with development require an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan at the time of development review. The zoning districts that accommodate parks are the P-Institutional District and PD. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-27 Private Recreation A distinction is made between publicly-owned and privately-owned open space. The Apple Valley Golf Course is designated as Private Recreation (PR) to differentiate it from the public park system. The Plan recognizes that the property owner is likely to seek a land use change when the value of selling the land for development exceeds the current revenues received from the golf course. Any change in land use will be reviewed carefully to ensure the proposed new development is com- patible with the with the surrounding area and the overall development plans and vision for Apple Valley. The current Institutional zoning designa- tion best reflects the present use and numerous alternative uses may be allowed in the future. The course is surrounded by Low Density residential neighborhoods which will have an interest in any land use change or proposed development. Com- mercial uses are generally not encouraged unless the uses are integrated in the overall development in a mixed-use, PD-style design. Water/Pond Existing lakes and storm water ponds are desig- nated as Water/Pond (W) on the 2040 land use map. The shoreland around Alimagnet, Farquar, and Long Lakes are regulated by a zoning overlay district, which is shown as Shoreland District-SH on the zoning map. Other waterbodies including wetlands and waterways are not designated on the 2040 land use plan but are depicted on maps included in the City’s Stormwater Management Plan. Phasing Plan The City of Apple Valley is expected to grow un- til it is fully developed by 2040. Apple Valley is required to provide a development phasing plan that demonstrates the City is capable of provid- ing necessary services and infrastructure to ac- commodate future growth, and that it can meet its 10-year growth forecasts as well as its affordable housing allocation. Figure 4.8 depicts the develop- ment timeline for Apple Valley. Note that Orchard Place will be completed in stages, with most of the development occurring over the latter half of this plan. Other vacant/infill parcels are expected to be developed over the course of the plan. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-28 Figure 4.8 –Development Timeline EAGAN BURNSVILLELAKEVILLE ROSEMOUNT%&c( ?éA@ APPLE VALLEY 140TH ST W 150TH ST WGALAXIE AVEGARDEN VIEW DRCEDAR AVE160TH ST W JOHNNY CAKE RIDGE RDPILOT KNOB RDMCANDREWS RD INTERSTATE 35EDIAMOND PATHDevelopment Timeline 2020 2030 2040 Major Roads Local Roads N 0 0.25 0.5Miles CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-29 Table 4.2 provides the total number of acres for each land use in 2020, 2030, and 2040. Some uses are phased out (e.g., Sand and Gravel, Rural Residential, and vacant properties) as other uses expand and new uses are introduced (e.g., Mixed Business Campus, Suburban Intensive High Den- sity Residential). Table 4.2 Development Phasing Land Use Existing 2020 2030 2040 Low Density 4,528 4,540 4,586 4,586 Medium Density Residential 517 527 527 543 High Density Residential 253 266 283 286 Suburban Intensive High Density 0 25 32 38 Mobile Home Park 108 108 108 108 Rural Residential 42 34 9 0 Commercial 486 521 523 537 Industrial 187 215 275 284 Mixed Use 15 5 5 5 Mixed Business Campus 0 0 107 161 Public/Institutional 489 489 480 480 Park and Open Space 1,753 1,759 1,768 1,782 Private Recreation 23 23 23 23 Right-of-Way 2,007 2,031 2,055 2,079 Utilities 7 7 7 7 Water 275 284 298 310 Sand and Gravel 413 310 136 0 Agricultural 11 11 11 0 Vacant 144 94 25 6 Totals*11,258 11,249 11,258 11,235 *Apple Valley contains 11,181 acres. The table totals are not exactly equivalent due to rounding and the GIS clipping method that was used to extract Dakota County parcels within city limits. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-30 Table 4.3 provides a detailed phasing summary of planned residential growth. A range of growth is given based on the minimum and maximum den- sity for each type of residential use. In total, the minimum projection is 1,831 additional housing units, and the maximum projection is 4,448 hous- ing units. As of 2017, the estimated total number of units was 21,745. Met Council forecasts 24,900 households for 2040, a difference of roughly 3,155 units. Apple Valley is expected to meet its house- hold forecast if housing is developed at moder- ate-to-high densities in the Downtown Opportunity Area. Currently, most high-density housing is be- ing constructed at a minimum density of 40 units per acre in the Downtown. This trend is expected to continue, which is the main reason the City cre- ated a new land use designation, Suburban Inten- sive High Density, with a range of 24-48 units per acre. Expansion of high-density housing will en- sure that Apple meets the household forecast as well as the affordable housing requirement. Table 4.3 Residential Phasing Land Use Density Range (Units per Acre) 2020 Increment 2030 Increment 2040 Increment Total Units Acres Units Acres Units Acres Units Units Low Density 3-6 12 36-72 46 138-276 0 0 174-348 Medium Density Residential 6-12 10 60-120 0 0 16 96 156-312 High Density Resi- dential 12-40 13 156-520 17 204-680 3 36 396-1,320 Suburban Inten- sive High Density 24-48 25 600-1,200 7 168-336 6 144 912-1,824 Mixed Business Campus 12-40 @ 10% total 0 0 107 128-428 154 65-216 193-644 Totals NA 60 852 277 638 179 341 1,831-4,448 CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-31 Goals and Policies GENERAL DEVELOPMENT Goal 4.1 Direct development to meet the household, social, spiritual, recreational, and professional needs of the City’s residents and workforce. Policies Prioritized consideration will be given to development proposals that reflect the community needs and desires expressed in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Plans that do not meet a significant need will be critically reviewed. All new housing developments will be located within one-half mile of a park and connected to the park by sidewalk or trail. Multi-family developments that are not located within one-half mile of a park must incorporate a practical recreation area into their site design. Goal 4.2 Land use conflicts are minimized to maintain the functional integrity of distinct uses and individual property values. Policies Utilize local land use controls to cluster like uses and physically separate or buffer incompatible uses. In general, excessive light, noise, and activity should be directed away from residential neighborhoods. The City will review the degree of potential land use incompatibilities based on the objective analysis of potential impacts associated with the specific uses proposed. Non-residential parking areas may not be located adjacent to residential uses unless a proper buffer is created. The face(s) of buildings containing a drive-up facility (such as a bank teller window) may not be located adjacent to a residential use unless a suitable buffer is approved. Adequate buffers should be provided, where feasible, to separate neighborhoods from roadways that carry significant traffic volumes. Goal 4.3 Apple Valley is a community with strong, cohesive, identifiable neighborhoods. Policies Community assets such as schools, community centers, historic buildings, parks, and religious institutions are integral to their neighborhoods and should be maintained in a good state of repair, leveraged for outreach opportunities, and expanded as necessary. The City of Apple Valley encourages and supports local neighborhood associations. Zoning, buffering, subdivision regulations, and design guidelines should promote unified neighborhood design. Goal 4.5 Apple Valley’s land use plan connects residents to jobs and services. Policies High-density residential development will primarily be oriented in and around the Downtown and along high frequency transit corridors, where it is best supported by transit, shopping, daycare, recreation, and other services. The City will look for opportunities to mix residential and commercial land uses when appropriate. Mixed uses may occur in common structures and in common areas. Projects should be designed to integrate residential units with commercial uses in a cohesive site plan or building, as warranted. Goal 4.6 Apple Valley will attract and retain businesses that provide wages above the metro-area average and benefits which can sustain a family. Policies The Land Use Plan will be guided to encourage manufacturing, finance, information/technology, medical, bio-medical, and healthcare-related busi- nesses to locate in Apple Valley. Mixed-business areas are encouraged to accommodate non-retail commercial development necessary to attract higher-wage businesses. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-32 Goal 4.7 A vibrant, successful Downtown is the primary shopping, service, and activity center in Apple Valley. Policies The City will review and amend design guidelines for downtown, and refer to these guidelines to implement the community vision for downtown Apple Valley. Encourage taller buildings and more compact site designs Downtown to make the best use of existing infrastructure, facilitate redevelopment, in- crease the tax efficiency of Downtown parcels, and increase opportunities for pedestrian and bicycle access. Increase the number of residents in the Downtown Focus Area to promote activity throughout the day and increase the rate of internal trip capture. Downtown should have strong pedestrian, bike, and auto connections to transit services and facilities. Strip commercial developments along the major roadways extending from Downtown are discouraged. Financing incentives are primarily directed to the Downtown and includes the Commercial Center and the Employment Center. REHABILITATION AND REDEVELOPMENT Goal 4.8 The City provides a flexible framework to encourage property maintenance and facilitate infill redevelopment and adaptive reuse to sustain an attrac- tive environment and prevent the creation of blight. Policies Development of single vacant residential parcels within residential neighborhoods must be compatible in use, size, and scale with adjacent proper- ties Improvements to existing homes should be compatible in use, size, and scale with adjacent properties. The City uses strategic infill development and redevelopment to improve underutilized properties and neighborhood cohesion, and address housing supply issues. The City will review zoning policies that restrict opportunities for redevelopment and reuse of vacant and underutilized parcels, and pursue amend- ments where necessary. The City will encourage redevelopment when properties are no longer cost-effective to maintain. As needed, the City will establish redevelopment/rehabilitation programs to guide efforts for City involvement in projects. The City will actively monitor the condition of existing buildings for signs of deterioration and to guide public actions in code enforcement, mainte- nance, rehabilitation, foreclosure response, and redevelopment. The City will actively explore options for the replacement of housing units that are displaced by redevelopment or disaster with a similar type, cost, and density of housing within the community, and preferably within the same neighborhood. Parcel redevelopment efforts will target aging facilities and underperforming properties as property owners are ready to redevelop. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-33 TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT Goal 4.9 The City will use “suburban-intensive” transit-oriented development to increase appropriate housing opportunities and support a compatible mix of residential, retail commercial, and other commercial uses. Policies The City will encourage higher density housing and employment-based land uses that are located within ¼ mile of the Cedar Avenue transitway and the conceptual Country Road 42 transitway. The City will plan for an orderly, compact mix of residential, commercial, and employment uses around transit station nodes, emphasizing walkable connections between sites. Goal 4.10 Downtown development and redevelopment will enhance walking and bicycling in Apple Valley. Policies When opportunities arise, the City will create new linkages for roads, trails, and sidewalks in Downtown to break up the existing patterns of super- blocks. New and improved linkages to transit corridors will be designed to foster an inviting experience for pedestrians and bicyclists. Goal 4.11 The City will manage parking supply to reduce the amount of unused surface parking. Policies The City will encourage opportunities for shared parking arrangements, new parking ramps, and other schemes to reduce the demand for excessive/ unused surface parking. The City will evaluate parking requirements for existing commercial uses and actual parking demand for existing commercial development and will adjust requirements if necessary. INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS Goal 4.12 The City will maintain a cooperative relationship with other governmental, quasi-governmental, and other non-profit organizations that serve the com- munity to advance the vision for Apple Valley, and ensure that the focus of programs, facilities, and specific land uses are reflective of Apple Valley’s needs. Policies The City will share development efforts with Independent School District #196 and Independent School District #191 on an ongoing basis to coordi- nate the appropriate sharing of resources and services. The City will encourage cooperation and participation with adjacent communities in the review and development of planning and community develop- ment activities. The City will continue to work with Dakota County and regional agencies in dealing with facility or system improvements and programs. The City will partner with State, Regional, and County Economic Development Agencies and foster a positive and supportive role with the Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce and local business organizations. The City will continue to support the Dakota County Historical Society and local efforts of the Historical Committee to preserve historically and/or culturally significant buildings and sites in the community. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-34 Energy Goal 4.13 The City seeks to minimize energy waste and increase the role of renewables in the public and private sectors. Policies The City will actively monitor energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions to assess efficiencies on an annual basis. The City encourages developments to make effective and appropriate use of renewable energy sources, including increased use of distributed solar, wind, geothermal evaluation, biogas, and solid waste utilization. The City encourages developments that use recycled materials and/or low-impact materials. The City will protect access to renewable energy sources, including solar and wind, that fit with existing land uses and development patterns, enabling land-owners to choose to self-generate energy. The City will increase energy resilience for critical facilities such as police, fire, and emergency response centers. The City will work to reduce energy demand by educating and incentivizing the public to increase conservation and reduce consumption of electricity and water use. The City emphasizes land and roadway development design that minimizes vehicle miles traveled by reducing trip length and increasing the share of trips taken via public transit, car sharing, or active modes. The City will encourage electric vehicle charging stations where they are needed and appropriate. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-1 5. Housing and Neighborhoods The purpose of this chapter is to identify housing needs and to provide a foundation for local de- cision-making to guide residential development and redevelopment efforts in Apple Valley. Ap- ple Valley strives to provide a balanced stock of high-quality housing to meet the diverse needs of existing and future residents. Sufficient, desirable housing is the building block for strong, healthy neighborhoods. Housing is the largest use of land in the City; the character of residential neighbor- hoods plays a significant role in shaping the ev- ery-day experience of Apple Valley residents and helps create a sense of place and belonging. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-2 Apple Valley residents are proud of their neigh- borhoods and the quality of life they afford. Within the last 10-20 years, targeted development has in- creased the overall diversity of the housing stock. As various demographics grow and change, the City will continue to expand housing choice to meet the needs of different residents. Likewise, the City is committed to providing its regional share of affordable housing. Lack of af- fordable housing is a national issue. The City will continue to encourage affordable housing con- struction through its land use plan and the appli- cation of additional market incentives, and will en- deavor to maintain the quality and price of existing affordable units. The Housing Chapter focuses on Apple Valley’s housing goals and strategies. These goals and strategies respond to public feedback, to the housing and household data that was summarized in the Community Context Chapter, and to docu- mented housing requirements and housing needs, such as Metropolitan Council’s affordable housing requirement and the County Community Develop- ment Agency’s report, Comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment for Dakota County, Minnesota (September 2013). Statutory Requirements State Law requires that the Comprehensive Plan contains a housing element that includes “stan- dards, plans, and programs for providing adequate housing opportunities to meet existing and project- ed local and regional housing needs, including but not limited to the use of official controls and land use planning to promote the availability of land for the development of low and moderate income housing.” (Minnesota Statutes, Section 473.859, Subd.2c) The Comprehensive Plan must also in- clude a housing implementation program that de- scribes “official controls to implement the housing element of the land use plan, which will provide sufficient existing and new housing to meet the lo- cal unit’s share of the metropolitan area need for low and moderate income housing.” (Minnesota Statutes Section 473.859, Subd. 4) Livable Communities Act The Minnesota State Legislature passed the Liv- able Communities Act (LCA) in 1995 to address regional issues of housing balance, affordabili- ty, and development. The legislation established funding to promote efficient development and redevelopment, affordable housing construction, and economic development. Grants are award- ed on a competitive basis to communities which demonstrate a commitment to providing high-qual- ity development, affordable housing, and life-cycle housing. There are 95 participating metropolitan communities, including Apple Valley. Apple Valley has consistently led regionally on attracting hous- ing choices that meet local needs. Existing Conditions Apple Valley is a mature, suburban metropolitan community. Many neighborhoods are comprised of single-family homes built during the 1960s and1970s. The character of suburban develop- ment reflected desires for large properties, good schools, safety, and other amenities – the same qualities that many Apple Valley residents value today. Established neighborhoods are integral to Apple Valley’s identify and sense of place, but also create challenges for new development opportu- nities, infill, and connectivity. The oldest neigh- borhoods are located within a mile of the regional highway system, including TH 77 (Cedar Avenue) and County Road 42 (150th Street). These routes effectively divide the City’s neighborhoods. As the south metro has grown, the increase in traf- fic volumes on these two arterials has introduced negative impacts for adjacent neighborhoods and posed connectivity challenges for the City as a whole. In the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s, the development focus shifted toward attached townhomes and multifamily apartments, in response to changing market demand and local efforts to balance the housing supply. This period saw a rise in the num- ber of homeowner associations (HOAs) and the application of Planned Unit Development concepts (PUDs) to facilitate alternative housing styles and build more cohesive neighborhoods. Mid-density and high-density neighborhoods are distributed throughout the city, but tend to be located within CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-3 and surrounding the Downtown. The Cobblestone Lake neighborhood, which includes a variety of single-family styles, multifamily, and mixed com- mercial, is a prime example of successful PUD application. Following a surge in construction of town homes from 2000-2009, the market for new develop- ment has shifted towards multifamily. Between 2000-2014, 571 single-family detached units were constructed, compared to 756 townhomes and 671 apartment units. From 2015-2017, 160 sin- gle-family units were constructed, compared to 37 townhomes and 224 apartment units. Growth in apartments now outpaces the growth of sin- gle-family homes. This trend is likely to continue, given the demand to increase total housing stock relative to the city’s population forecasts and the limited supply of developable land to do so. The Community Context chapter further summa- rizes the character of Apple Valley’s neighbor- hoods and housing stock. Townhomes offer an alternative housing choice that is suitable for first-time homeowners, including Millennials, and step-down homeowners, such as Baby Boomers. These groups drive market demand for lower-maintenance housing. A complete sidewalk net- work and pleasant streetscaping promote activity and public health in the Cobblestone Neighborhood, above. Construction of multifamily apartments and senior living facilities is surging. The predominant housing type is single-family detached. The Cobblestone Neighborhood features mixed architecture and high-quality landscaping. Manufactured Housing Apple Valley contains two manufactured housing parks, both located within the Cedar Avenue cor- ridor on the north side of the City. Manufactured housing provides viable affordable housing for low-income residents. These manufactured hous- ing parks may face redevelopment pressure over the course of this plan. The City intends to main- tain these areas for manufactured housing and has designated them as such on the Future Land Use Plan. Housing Needs and Opportuni- ties Housing Growth Projections The Metropolitan Council forecasts 24,900 house- holds in Apple Valley for 2040. In 2016, the Coun- cil estimated that the City’s existing housing stock consisted of 20,703 units, with 19,917 households – this implies that 96.2 percent of homes were oc- cupied and 3.8 percent were vacant. Since 2016 considerable development has occurred, with 1,042 units constructed or planned. Therefore, the current number of units is estimated at 21,745. At a minimum, the City will plan for 3,155 new dwell- ing units (24,900 households – 21,745 units). Re- alistically, slightly more units may be constructed to maintain a vacancy buffer of 3-4 percent. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-4 Infill Opportunities Even with limited land, Apple Valley can accom- modate its forecasted housing growth through infill and redevelopment. Under minimum densi- ty assumptions, Apple Valley can accommodate nearly 40 percent of its forecasted housing growth in Orchard Place and other designated infill sites. Note that Apple Valley’s recent apartment devel- opments are closer to 40 units per acre. Under maximum density assumptions, there is sufficient acreage to accommodate the entirety of forecast- ed housing growth on these sites. Actual develop- ment will likely fall in between these two extremes. Table 5.1 summarizes residential infill potential for Orchard Place and other parcels. The calcula- tions assume 10 percent and 60 percent residen- tial fraction for the Mixed Business Campus and Mixed Use categories, respectively. Table 5.1 – Residential Infill Potential LAND USE NET DEVELOPABLE ACRES DENSITY RANGE MIN UNITS MAX UNITS Orchard Place LD 34 3-6 102 204 HD 21 12-40 252 840 Mixed Business Campus 165 (17 acres are residential)12-40 204 680 Subtotal 72 NA 558 1,724 Burnsville Outlet B2 Burnsville 0.02 Eagan Outlet E1 Eagan 0.02 Eagan Outlet E2 Eagan 0.10 Other Infill Sites LD 34 3-6 102 204 MD 19 6-12 114 228 HD 23 12-40 276 920 Mixed Use 24 (14 acres are residential)12-40 173 576 Subtotal 100 NA 780 2,312 Totals 172 NA 1,223 3,652 NET DENSITY 7.8 DU/ACRE – 23.5 DU/ACRE Note: No deductions were made for ROW or wetlands other than what is indicated on the Future Land Use Map. The future land use plan for Orchard Place accounts for internal ROW and storm water ponds. Development of other infill sites will not require substantial modifications to existing ROW. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-5 Redevelopment Opportunities Additional redevelopment opportunities will be tar- geted in the Downtown Focus Area and the transit corridors (See Chapter 4, Land Use Plan). One of the objectives of this plan is to increase residen- tial density in these areas. Doing so will increase activity in the Downtown core and leverage local and regional investments in transit. As this plan is implemented, the City may adopt development targets to guide the overall number of units and residential density in these areas. Accessory Dwelling Units City staff have discussed the possibility of permit- ting accessory dwelling units (ADUs). These units are constructed accessory to the single-family de- tached residential home. It is preferred that they be constructed as an attachment to the primary struc- ture or detached garage. Historically challenged due to concerns about blight and overcrowding, accessory dwelling units are gaining recognition as a practical tool for providing housing options and addressing housing costs. As an accessory unit, they typically do not require additional vehicle access or parking. They can help create additional housing stock in an organic way, without requir- ing new infrastructure to support it. Often dubbed “granny flats”, ADUs can be a good match for 1- and 2-person households, and allow greater flex- ibility for older residents to age in place, rent out their main property, and continue to stay in their neighborhood. Apple Valley’s ordinance does not currently permit ADUs very broadly, but the City recognizes that permitting ADUs could be a practical step at some point, due to the aging population and the limited land supply. If Apple Valley were to permit ADUs, existing owner-occupancy requirements would need to be modified. One way to try this would be to target one area of the city, using a zoning overlay if necessary, and evaluate the impacts of this policy after a year or two. It would also be nec- essary to develop design standards that are ap- propriate for small-scale housing and that respect the existing character and privacy of single-family neighborhoods. These policies need not be built from scratch; there are many examples from other communities. Balanced Housing Supply A balanced housing supply meets the needs of all demographics. Apple Valley strives to provide sustainable supplies of ownership and rental units to meet demand for all market segments. As a general goal, the City housing stock should con- sist of approximately 75 percent ownership units and 25 percent rental units. In 2000, 88 percent of units were owner-occupied. The recent wave of construction helped achieve a better balance. In 2016, 78 percent of units were owner-occupied. Table 5.2 describes the characteristics and pref- erences of various housing markets. Two market segments drive housing demand: In Minnesota and the rest of the United States, the housing mar- ket is driven by young Millennials and an aging population of Baby Boomers (See Figure 3.14, Ap- ple Valley Population Pyramid, in the Community Context chapter.) Baby Boomers have affected every housing trend as they have moved through their life cycle, including the apartment boom in the 1960s and 1970s. Millennials, too, are driving the current market and will exhibit similar influence over the course of this plan. Currently, these two groups tend to exhibit similar housing preferenc- es. As they enter or exit the job market, Millen- nials and older residents generally have limited financial resources compared to the middle-aged demographic with established careers. While most Baby Boomers will prefer to stay in their single-family homes, a portion will downsize to other choices. Across the United States, the rate of homeownership among Millennials has fallen faster than for any other age group. This reality is reflected in the Comprehensive Dakota County Housing Needs Assessment (2013). Compared to the 2005 report, the demand for rental hous- ing is forecasted to increase from 23 percent to 30 percent by 2030. To meet demand, the study fore- casted that approximately 25,000 for-sale units and 10,000 rental units would be constructed from 2010-2030 in Dakota County. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-6 Table 5.2 –Life-Cycle Housing Consumer Groups MARKET GROUP HOUSEHOLD CHARACTERISTICS CONSUMER MIN UNITS Entry-level homebuyers Early to Mid-20s Often single Limited tenure duration Prefer to rent May distribute costs with other roommates Basic Apartments First-time homebuyers and move- up renters Mid-20s or 30s; Includes single and married/ partnered households, some with children. Prefer to purchase modestly-priced single family homes or rent upscale apartments Traditional single-fami- ly detached Townhomes and twin homes Upscale apartments Move-up homebuyers Late 30s to 40s Many households have children Typically prefer to purchase newer, larger, and more expensive single-family homes Traditional single-fami- ly detached Empty-nest- ers 50s to 60s One- or two-person households with no children Prefer to own Lower maintenance housing alternatives, including homeowners’ associations Smaller single-fam- ily attached and detached; townhomes and twin homes Younger independent seniors 60s to 70s One- or two-person households with no children Prefer to own but may consider renting Lower maintenance housing May be seasonal residents Smaller single-fam- ily attached and detached; townhomes and twin homes Older se- niors Mid-70s or older Generally single-person house- holds (widow or widower) May need or choose to move out of sin- gle-family home due to health constraints or a desire to reduce maintenance respon- sibilities May move in with relatives or move to assisted living com- munities The senior demographic is large and growing. In 2000, 7 percent of Dakota County’s population was over the age of 65. The percentage of seniors increased to 10 percent in 2010, and is projected to increase to 13 percent in 2020 and 17 percent in 2030. From 2010-2030, growth in the 65-and- over age group will be nearly equivalent to growth among all other age groups. Meanwhile, growth in the number of senior households is anticipated to be nearly double the growth for all other house- holds, given the increasing number of one- and two-person senior households. Thus, seniors will comprise an increasing share of demand for low maintenance homes and multifamily apartments in Dakota County, and demand for assisted liv- ing housing will also increase, particularly during the first phase of this Comprehensive Plan. (See Chapter 3, Community Context, for further discus- sion of housing projections for Dakota County and the City of Apple Valley.) While there is no doubt that the region’s popula- tion will grow older over the life of this Compre- hensive Plan, the implications for housing in Apple Valley are less clear. Some aspects of the current housing stock sug- gest potential barriers for the population aging in place. According to County property tax records, 33 percent of the housing supply is classified as containing two stories or two-plus stories. Over 55 percent of all single-family homes, townho- mes, and twin homes contained more than 2,000 square feet of finished living space. Nearly 20 percent contained more than 3,000 square feet. These larger, multi-story homes are not well-suit- ed to the wants or needs of an aging population. Universal Design One way to accommodate the growing senior population is by broadening the application of universal design concepts for new residential de- velopment, rehabilitation and redevelopment. Uni- versal design refers to flexible design of individual units that allows housing to accommodate many occupants with various needs, such as persons with disabilities or families with young children. Nationally, most “accessible” units are built on an individual basis. However, these homes tend to have a specialized, clinical look that reduces re- sale value. Instead, universal design advocates for supportive housing design that is more or less invisible, with the understanding that all users can benefit from simple design improvements that also CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-7 help people with disabilities. Such design is ac- cessible and barrier-free, and seeks to incorporate consumer products that are commonly available. It is not geared around assistive technology, med- ical equipment, or special features, but enables these features to be accommodated or removed if needed. There is no mandate for universal design, but Apple Valley could benefit by reviewing general guidelines with developers. Example guidelines might include: • Open floor plans • Multiple stepless entrances are encouraged; if only one, it should not be through the garage or a patio/deck • Driveway and garage elevated to floor level so vehicles do the climbing • Wider doors and hallways • Main-floor bedroom, bathroom, and laundry • Turning space of 5-feet diameter in all rooms • Color contrast between floors, counters, and walls/trim • At least one bathroom with a curbless show- er or a tub with integral seat, waterproof floor, and drain These elements are just as supportive for a fami- ly with young children or those with disabilities as they are for aging residents. Encouraging life-cy- cle housing and universal design for new housing stock will enable more senior residents to “age in place” rather than forcing a move from the City. A comprehensive summary of universal design history, goals, and guidelines is available at www. humancentereddesign.org. Apple Valley is committed to providing life-cy- cle housing stock that meets the needs of resi- dents of all ages. Employing concepts of Univer- sal Design enhances the flexibility of individual units to adapt to the needs of various users. Maintenance of Existing Housing Stock Apple valley is an established community. Approx- imately 50 percent of the housing stock consists of units that were constructed between 1960 and 1990. These units constitute the core of the city’s housing stock. As they continue to age, reinvest- ment is needed to address repairs, including ma- jor repairs to roofs, siding, wiring, plumbing, appli- ance, driveways, etc. Maintenance is the responsibility of the property owner – either the owner-occupant or the land- lord. Homeownership encourages maintenance because owners want to mitigate depreciation costs to maximize the value of their investment. However, not all homeowners are willing or able to address maintenance needs. For example, some older residents may choose or be forced to stay in aging single-family homes with less ability to maintain these units. Rental property improvements are the responsi- bility of the landlord. Landlords are incentivized to maintain property in good condition to avoid the cost of vacancy and maximize rental gains. How- ever, landlords may defer maintenance for many reasons. Maintenance of large rental properties is expensive. In addition, the regional demand for af- fordable rental units exceeds supply, so landlords may be able to maintain high occupancy rates even if repairs are neglected. Most of Apple Val- ley’s apartment units were constructed after 1980 and are in fair condition, but investments will be needed to maintain their quality. When repairs are undertaken, the brunt of the cost would be passed on to renters absent additional financing incen- tives. Higher costs increase housing burden and may lead to displacement. Several tools are avail- able to promote maintenance of rental properties and provide stability for tenants. In addition to multifamily rental units, there is a smaller supply of single-family rental units. Sin- gle-family rental units increase neighborhood diversity and protect against vacancy, but pose unique challenges and risks. When a single-family home changes from owner-occupied to rental, this often results in a new landlord who may have lim- ited experience and/or availability to address is- sues with maintenance or tenancy. Neighborhood homeowners may raise concerns about deterio- rating neighborhood stability or property values. It is important to maintain the quality of single-family rental units to preserve neighborhood character and support continued opportunities for home- CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-8 ownership. The failure to adequately maintain housing reduc- es the livability of individual units. The outward evidence of inadequate maintenance is visual dis- repair. When housing is not well maintained, it de- presses the values of adjacent properties, which discourages neighborhood investment and can lead to blighted conditions. Apple Valley not only benefits from a safe and attractive housing supply, but also realizes growth in the property tax base with reinvestment in existing housing. To maintain neighborhood vitality, Apple Valley encourages property reinvestment and infill of vacant parcels. The City uses GIS to monitor va- cancies and general housing conditions, and com- municates with local mortgage lenders to monitor foreclosures. City staff also maintain contact with landlords, developers, and homeowner associa- tions. Property inspection and code enforcement are the City’s primary means of addressing maintenance. Inspectors notify property owners of compliance is- sues and the steps needed to address them. They are the first point of contact to provide information about funding programs and other resources that can assist property owners with repair. Moving for- ward, the City may need to modify strategies to encourage maintenance, and could consider re- visions to financing policy or local ordinance. The City will proactively inventory neighborhood hous- ing conditions to identify signs of deterioration and prioritize areas for rehabilitation if the need arises. Property inspectors are the first point of con- tact for code issues. Equipping them with a tablet-based GIS application may offer further insight about the quality of neighborhood hous- ing stock and help streamline data collection. Homeowner Associations Many newer developments in Apple Valley in- volve homeowner associations. Homeowner as- sociations are a common arrangement for large Planned Unit Developments, since they help pro- tect the developer’s significant investment against the cost of depreciation. Homeowner associations provide a benefit to Ap- ple Valley in that they reduce operational costs for local government. Homeowner associations are typically responsible for snow removal, repair and replacement of roads, maintenance of common external features such as roofs, siding, and win- dows, as well as any parks, pools, and other parts of common property. Their primary purposes are to provide safe, secure housing, maintain com- mon property, and improve property values. However, HOAs are often challenged to provide these services efficiently and effectively. Not all HOAs have the training they need to provide these services. Some lack volunteer resources, as Board members typically have a full-time job out- side of the HOA. Some HOAs in Apple Valley may be underfunded. Under-funded associations must defer maintenance or increase dues. Aging HOAs may struggle to increase dues commensurate to increasing property maintenance needs, especial- ly if the dues were set artificially low at the time of development to encourage membership. At some point, the physical manifestation of deferred main- tenance affects the value and sale of homes. The most important financial factor for homeown- er’s associations is the creation of reserves need- ed for capital investment. The financial status of HOAs is tied to the health of the housing market. With slower growth, an association realizes lower revenues without a comparable reduction in oper- ating expense. An early draw on reserves could leave an association in a weaker long-term finan- cial condition. This scenario played out during the national recession and housing crisis. If home- owner associations cannot increase dues when the market is poor, there will be lower capital re- serves to make needed future improvements. Like the City, HOAs should have a strategic long-term investment plan. Part of the monthly dues should be reserved to finance future im- provements to common property. The existing financial condition of homeowner’s associations is not known. There is no statutory or local requirement for financial reporting, so there is limited public oversight of HOA operations. In- formation on the financial condition of homeowner CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-9 associations is important to understanding current issues and working with the associations to pre- vent future problems. Apple Valley encourages regular contact with HOAs serving the community. Affordable Housing Lack of affordable housing is a national issue. Housing is the largest expense for American households. High housing cost is an acute prob- lem for low-income households, which spend proportionally more income on housing and have relatively less remaining income to purchase other necessities. Affordable housing goals seek to ensure that housing options exist at a wide range of prices. The Comprehensive Plan seeks a housing sup- ply that offers a variety of styles and ownership options. Ideally, this objective is achieved by guid- ing residential development at different densities – low, medium, and high – promoting PUDs, and encouraging mixed-use development. However, there are substantial barriers to providing afford- able housing from the developer’s perspective. Developers in Dakota County have expressed concern that it is not always financially viable to construct units at rent levels needed to support af- fordable housing, let alone market-rate housing, given limited availability of land and high devel- opment costs. To make the numbers work, devel- opers may decrease dwelling unit sizes. Although smaller units are generally less desirable, they can be marketed to renters as part of an amenity package that includes on-site and/or offsite as- sets, such as a fitness center, park, or proximity to transit or entertainment opportunities. Affordable Housing Definitions Housing affordability is determined by household income relative to Area Median Income (AMI) and by the percentage of household income that is spent on housing. The Department of Hous- ing and Urban Development (HUD) defines three thresholds for low-income, very low-income, and extremely low-income households relative to AMI: • At or below 30% AMI (extremely low income) • Between 31% and 50% AMI (very low income) • Between 51% and 80% AMI (low income) Households with income in these thresholds are eligible for certain housing assistance programs. For example, households earning 50% AMI or less are eligible for a Housing Choice Voucher. For an owner-occupant or renter household in any of these thresholds, housing is “affordable” if less than 30 percent of income is spent toward gross housing costs, including utilities. A household is cost-burdened if it spends more than 30 percent of income on housing, and “extremely” or “severely” cost-burdened if it spends more than 50 percent of income on housing. Table 5.3 describes the incidence of housing cost-burden in Apple Valley. Nearly 20 percent of renting households earning less than $20,000 are cost burdened. The 2015 ACS estimated there were 844 such households. For renter households earning between $20,000 and $34,999, 14 per- cent were cost-burdened. For owner households, the incidence of cost-burden is less in the lower income ranges, but higher for households earning $50,000-$74,999, indicating that there is a limited supply of lower-priced for-sale homes. Households which spend more than 30 per- cent of their income on housing are defined as cost-burdened. Cost burden affects owners and renters alike, but is an acute problem for low-income renters. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-10 Table 5.3 – Apple Valley Cost Burden INCOME RANGE OWNERS RENTERS Number of House- holds Spending 30% or More on Selected Owner Costs Percent Owner Households Spend- ing 30% or More Number of Households Spending 30% or More on Selected Costs Percent Renter House- holds Spending 30% or More Less than $20,000 422 2.8%844 19.9% S20,000-$34,999 646 4.3%615 14.5% $35,000-$49,999 616 4.1%347 8.2% $50,000-$74,999 921 6.0%131 3.1% Group total 2,605 17.2%1,937 45.7% Source: 2011-2015 ACS In addition to housing costs, it must be remem- bered that only 11 percent of Apple Valley res- idents work in Apple Valley. Commuting places additional costs (time + vehicle) on households. Often housing advocates use a cost-of-living in- dex that includes commuting costs. Apple Valley’s Comprehensive Plan aims to reduce the impacts of commuting by linking more households to tran- sit and increasing the local jobs-housing balance. These are the primary objectives for Orchard Place and Downtown redevelopment. In practice, assumptions about AMI and poverty depend on household size. A two-person house- hold with one wage earner may be low-income, while a five-person household that earns equiva- lent income may be very low-income. Therefore, determinations of affordability vary depending on household size and, consequently, on the size of the housing unit. Table 5.4 summarizes affordable rent thresholds for different-sized units for the three income levels defined by HUD. Table 5.4 – Affordability thresholds for rental units NUMBER OF BEDROOMS AFFORD- ABLE RENT AT 30% AMI AFFORD- ABLE RENT AT 50% AMI AFFORD- ABLE RENT AT 80% AMI Studio $450 $751 $1,201 1 Bedroom $483 $805 $1,288 2 Bedroom $579 $966 $1,545 3-Bedroom $669 $1,115 $1,784 4-Bedroom $747 $1,245 $1,992 For owner-occupied units, “affordability” depends on generalized assumptions about down pay- ments, interest rates, and tax credits. For the 2040 Plan, Metropolitan Council has provided af- fordability thresholds for ownership. At 30%, 50%, and 80% AMI, the affordable purchase price is $73,500, $132,000, and $211,500. Above these thresholds, a household that earned 30%, 50%, or 80% AMI would spend more than 30 percent of income on housing costs. Figure 5.1 maps owner-occupied housing units by value relative to $211,500. Figure 5.1 illus- trates data for all owner-occupied single-family residential, town homes, and twin homes. (Man- ufactured housing is not included since there is limited data regarding land lease or the value of manufactured homes. However, the average cost of a new, two-bedroom mobile home is $37,100. It is assumed that most manufactured housing units are affordable, even for households at 30% AMI.) IN 2016, there were 4,079 owner-occupied homes valued under $211,500 and 10,648 homes that were at $211,500 or more. Generally, lower-cost owner-occupied housing is located consists of old- er single-family units or medium-density townho- mes that were constructed more recently. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-11 Figure 5.1. – Owner-Occupied Housing Value Above or Below $211,500 EAGAN BURNSVILLELAKEVILLE ROSEMOUNT%&c( ?éA@ 140TH ST W 150TH ST WGALAXIE AVEGARDEN VIEW DRHIGHWAY 77CEDAR AVE160TH ST W JOHNNY CAKE RIDGE RDPILOT KNOB RDCOUNTY ROAD 38 M C A N D R E W S R D E 125TH ST W C O U N T Y R O A D 1 1 INTERSTATE 35EDIAMOND PATHN 0 0.25 0.5Miles Owner-Occupied Housing Value Above or Below $211,500 Less than $211,500 $211,500 or More Source: Dakota County GIS *Indcates esiimated total market value (land + building) for all single-family detached, townhomes, and twin homes. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-12 Apple Valley Affordable Housing Requirement Given HUD’s guidance, the Metropolitan Council has determined the regional affordable housing need for 2021-2030 and allocated a share to each community in the metro. Table 5.5 summarizes the affordable housing objectives for Apple Valley. Table 5.5 – Affordable Housing Needs Allocation INCOME RANGE UNITS SHARE At or below 30 AMI 221 31-50 AMI 118 51-80 AMI 129 Total 468 Affordable Units Since 1996 In 1995, the Livable Communities Act became state law. The Act guides a regional approach to lifecycle and affordable housing development. Originally the horizon period was 1996 to 2010. The period has been extended from 2011 to 2020 for the purposes of establishing goals for the 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update. The guiding benchmarks for Apple Valley that lead over time to a livable community encourage 75 percent ownership housing and 25 percent rental housing with a portion being affordable. Through 2006, the private market and partnerships with the Dakota County CDA developed 763 new afford- able ownership and 246 new affordable rental (a total of 1,009 affordable units). Using this perfor- mance as a guide, it appears that the Metropolitan Council Allocation of Affordable Housing Need, 2021 to 2030, of 468 units for Apple Valley, can be achieved by both private market and CDA devel- opment initiatives. New Affordable Housing The City of Apple Valley is committed to meeting its fair share of the region’s need for low- and mod- erate-income housing. The 2040 Land Use Plan designates 19 acres for new housing at medium density, 44 acres for housing at high density, and 24 acres for housing in mixed use. (Table 5.1.) At the minimum density for medium density (6 units/acre), high density (12 units/acre), and mixed use (12 units/acre) these areas will create at least 810 new housing units. Opportunities may arise to provide additional af- fordable housing through redevelopment. The Metropolitan Council criteria for evaluating the Comprehensive Plan is based on the assump- tion that higher-density housing (medium density, high density, and mixed use) provide the minimum density thresholds needed to create the “opportu- nity” for affordable housing. It is true that higher densities are needed to overcome development costs and produce viable developments at market rates or affordable levels. However, simply making land available does not lead to affordable hous- ing. A more active approach is needed to produce and maintain affordable housing. The City pur- sues outside funding sources, grants and loans, and partnerships with the Dakota County Commu- nity Development Agency (CDA) to support local affordable housing initiatives. Local agencies will need to leverage a mixture of deep-subsidy and shallow-subsidy tools to produce the desired num- ber of affordable units within a competitive mar- ketplace. Because rental sites are at a premium, the City promotes mixed-income rental buildings as a way to develop affordable units. Affordable units can also be incorporated through a Planned Unit Development (PD), as will be used for Or- chard Place, since large, mixed-use projects may afford opportunities to indirectly subsidize afford- able units. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-13 Sustainable Energy for Housing Apple Valley aspires to be a sustainable, resilient community. The City is a Step 3 GreenStep City, but aspires to achieve Step 5 recognition. One of the most impactful changes the City can encour- age is shifting its energy supply from conventional fuels to renewables. The Great Plains Institute es- timates that 46 percent of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are attributable to the residential sec- tor (Appendix I). Apple Valley has become more efficient as its primary energy providers, Dakota Electric and Xcel Energy, have started the transi- tion to renewables. Still, most of the energy that is consumed in the residential sector is derived from conventional fuels, such as coal and natural gas, which are burned for electricity or consumed directly for heating, cooking, and other uses. Nat- ural gas constitutes more than two-thirds of ener- gy consumed by residences. Therefore, there is a substantial opportunity to improve overall energy efficiency by targeting the residential sector. Dakota Electric is the primary electricity provider. There are more than 19,000 electric customers in Apple Valley, and Dakota Electric serves more than 18,000 of them. Notably, Dakota Electric’s transition to renewables has proceeded slower than Xcel’s. The carbon intensity of electricity from Dakota Electric is more than twice that of Xcel Energy. Emissions could fall significantly in Apple Valley if clean energy continues to become more cost-competitive with conventional fuels, but the City has limited influence over large utilities and the policymakers who incentivize them. Apple Val- ley can, however, build up its local clean energy capacity through various mechanisms. For exam- ple, a community shared solar system would give the City greater control over its energy supply, increasing resilience, and could provide multiple co-benefits, including job creation and cost sav- ings. A community-scale solar cooperative could diversify the energy supply, create jobs, and reduce costs. Residential improvements, specifically, can be more easily implemented than large-scale com- mercial/industrial solutions. Small-scale improve- ments in building envelopes/home insulation, furnaces and air conditioners, lighting, and ap- pliances can have a very significant effect. Xcel Energy offers rebates to customers who improve energy efficiency. Only five residences took ad- vantage of this program in 2016. A solar suitability map developed by the Universi- ty of Minnesota illustrates the potential for direct solar energy production in Apple Valley ( See Fig- ure 3.23 in the Community Context Chapter). It is estimated that rooftop solar could generate up to 250,000 megawatt hours per year. Solar potential is highest in the city’s south and east. Many of these neighborhoods were developed in the last decade or two. Solar potential is enhanced be- cause there is greater housing density and there are fewer/younger trees. Studies show that the cost of solar continues to drop. Coupled with po- tential utility, state, or federal rebates, opportuni- ties are increasing for individual homeowners, and owners of rental property, to install rooftop solar. Wind energy is another alternative that can power residents’ homes. Locally, wind potential is much lower than solar. Like solar, the most suitable lo- cation for wind turbines is in the southeast quad- rant of the city. Although there is some potential for local wind production, residents frequently re- sist proposals for wind towers within their neigh- borhoods. A more plausible alternative is sourcing wind power from current energy providers. Resi- dents can subscribe to the following wind energy programs: • Wellspring Renewable Energy program (Da- kota Electric) • Windsource program (Xcel Energy) • Renewable*Connect (Xcel Energy) CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-14 Goals and Policies Housing Goals The City of Apple Valley seeks to achieve the fol- lowing goals through the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan: 1. Work with the Metropolitan Council, the Dako- ta County Community Development Agency, builders and other involved parties to provide a fair share of the region’s affordable housing. 2. Use the Comprehensive Plan and other re- sources to address community housing needs. 3. Encourage a supply of housing styles and siz- es that lets people of all ages continue to live in Apple Valley; the supply should adapt to fu- ture changes in demographics and meet local labor force needs. 4. Continue to encourage a high standard of property maintenance. 5. Promote quality housing developments that respect the natural environment and resident health. 6. Promote a high level of safety and security for people living in all types of housing. 7. Reduce greenhouse gas emissions from res- idences by encouraging wider adoption of re- newable resources by utility companies. 8. Encourage individual homeowners and own- ers of rental housing to increase energy inde- pendence and to minimize energy consump- tion and waste. Housing Policies The City will use the following policies to achieve these goals: Residential Development and Land Use The Planning Commission and City will continue to review all site plans for multiple residential de- velopment, preliminary plats, conditional use per- mits, and rezonings. The City will emphasize proper landscaping, maintenance of landscaped areas, development of compatible architecture and similar amenities that are necessary for a quality living environment. Promotion of housing for low and moderate in- come residents should not be interpreted to mean that the City is relaxing landscaping or proper ar- chitectural treatment of residential developments that could have an adverse effect upon adjacent property values. The City will provide an opportunity to develop a variety of housing types within each neighborhood of the City. The City will continue to review drainage, grading, utility, and similar plans to ensure that the existing environment is properly protected and preserved with the development of each residential subdivi- sion. When appropriate, the City will continue to en- courage Planned Unit Development to provide for a variety of housing types and flexibility in zoning standards. The City will promote residential development that includes amenities such as lakes, parks, vegeta- tion, and similar features. The City will only permit residential development in residentially zoned areas where sanitary sewer, water, and public streets are available. The City supports high density residential housing along transit corridors where convenient access to transportation is available. The City will promote the reasonable incorporation of renewable energy sources in the design of new individual homes and rental properties. Maintenance, Rehabilitation, and Redevel- opment The City will use GIS and other data sources to monitor conditions and trends in the housing stock, including ownership status, values, sales, and improvements. The City will explore ways to protect neighbor- hoods from the negative impacts of foreclosure, including the creation and maintenance of a fore- closure list and maintaining contact with owners, mortgage companies, builders, or other key par- ties. The City will explore ways to monitor and track the condition of homeowner associations. The City will encourage the reasonable modifica- CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-15 tion of all types of housing to further energy in- dependence, through various means such as roof top solar or geothermal energy. Housing Affordability The City of Apple Valley will continue to work with the Dakota County CDA in order to provide ad- ditional “rental assistance” and “scattered site” dwelling units within the community to secure ad- ditional housing for low and moderate income per- sons as qualified by the Dakota County CDA. The City will continue to work with Federal and State agencies in order to provide new multiple dwelling units that will serve low and moderate in- come persons. The City will continue to follow the goals outlined in the Livable Communities Act, and to update its goals annually. The City supports development that is not more than 20% subsidized. Apple Valley also supports developments that promote on-site or nearby day care, recreation, transit facilities, and similar ser- vices needed to support subsidized housing. Ap- ple Valley promotes the idea that development projects should contain an economic mix within the development itself, as well as be integrated in an economically mixed neighborhood. The City will continue to encourage the devel- opment of multiple family dwellings. These de- velopments will be scattered throughout the City to avoid clustering of low and moderate income housing. Implementation A challenge for implementing the Comprehensive Plan will be monitoring the housing supply and finding appropriate City roles in filling gaps not filled by the market. The Metropolitan Council pol- icies encourage that a lifecycle housing supply in a livable community will support 75 percent own- ership and 25 percent rental housing. From 2000 to 2015, the share of rental units has increased from 13 percent to 22 percent, indicating signifi- cant progress toward achieving regional guide- lines. The Dakota County housing report forecasts that demand for rental housing will continue to in- crease from 2021-2030. Land Use Controls The Land Use Chapter is an essential tool for meeting Apple Valley’s housing needs. The City has successfully used the Land Use Plan with the related policies and official controls to produce liv- able, desirable neighborhoods, diversify the hous- ing supply, and create affordable housing units. As housing needs change, these approaches can be adapted to help meet community objectives. Other Regulations Pursuant to Apple Valley City Ordinance 122, “Residential Rental Property”, either a residen- tial rental property owner or rental manager shall register all residential rental properties with the City of Apple Valley. In the case of a transfer of ownership, change in rental manager, change in the number of rental units, or change in dwelling occupancy from owner occupancy to rental tenant occupancy, the residential rental property owner or rental property manager shall complete and submit a registration form for every residential rental property affected by the transfer. The City will continue to use appropriate regulatory controls to address local housing needs. Collaborative Solutions City government cannot and should not have sole responsibility for meeting local housing needs. The past efforts of the City show that collabora- tive solutions make the best use of all available resources. The City of Apple Valley will continue to work with all stakeholders to create and imple- ment solutions to the needs of Apple Valley resi- dents. Key stakeholders include: • Dakota County CDA. • Non-profit organizations • Lending institutions • Providers of senior housing • Area homebuilders Apple Valley will actively seek and engage other parties with a stake in addressing local housing issues. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-16 Housing Information Systems A common theme in the Housing Chapter is the evolving nature of housing issues in Apple Valley. A key success factor will be the ability of the City of monitor changes in the housing stock. The City will continue to use geographic information systems (GIS) software for compiling and analyzing data about parcels of property in Apple Valley. Some data that could be in a housing database are: • Potential change in ownership when the tax classification becomes “non-homestead”. • Changes (particularly declines) in estimated market value. • Sale of property. • Condominiums and homeowner’s associa- tions. • Foreclosures. • Building permit data on home improvements. • Assessor’s data. Compiling this data and monitoring housing con- ditions would provide important guidance to staff and policy makers. New GIS applications make it easier to collect, process, and analyze data. For example, the Collector application facilitates col- lection of field data and interfaces with standard GIS desktop software. By adopting this mobile app or another like it and training inspectors to en- ter data directly in the field would streamline data management and improve analytical capacity. Ef- ficient data management usually involves coordi- nation between multiple jurisdictions, such as the City and Dakota County. The City will explore ways to protect neighbor- hoods from the negative impacts of foreclosure, including maintaining a foreclosure list. The City will maintain contact with owners, mortgage com- panies, builders, and other responsible parties about security and maintenance issues, and will explore ways to monitor and track the condition of homeowner’s associations. Finance Tools There are a variety of regional, state, and federal housing finance programs. The number and focus of these programs changes over time. It is useful for the City to understand the types of programs available, but such information becomes outdated in the Comprehensive Plan. State law authorizes several municipal housing finance tools that the City may wish to consider using in the future: HRA Levy State Law allows a housing and redevelopment authority (HRA) to levy a property tax, with City Council approval, to fund its operations and pro- grams. The levy may not exceed 0.0144% of the total market value of property in Apple Valley. His- torically, the Dakota County CDA uses this levy to fund the administration of housing assistance programs. Tax Increment Financing Tax increment financing (TIF) is the primary devel- opment finance tool available to Minnesota cities (Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.174 through 469.179). Through TIF, property taxes are frozen before development occurs. The anticipated incre- ment in taxes due to development gains are cap- tured and used to finance the development. TIF is a powerful tool and its use is often debat- ed. On one hand, the creation of a TIF district can be an essential tool to stimulate economic devel- opment or redevelopment in instances where the marketplace cannot do so alone. TIF can be spe- cifically used to develop housing for low and mod- erate incomes. Housing is often part of a redevel- opment project because of the density required for a financially feasible project. On the other hand, TIF involves a direct public subsidy to private development. Creation of a TIF district may stimulate growth without increasing lo- cal revenue needed to support the increased de- mand for public services. Because the tax rate is frozen, local governments may miss a chance to capitalize on financially successful projects, with potential ramifications for local taxpayers. There- fore, Apple Valley will be judicious in its review and application of TIF. Tax Abatement Tax abatement acts like a simpler and less pow- erful version of tax increment financing. With TIF, CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 4-17 the city controls the entire property tax revenue from new development. Under the abatement statute (Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.1812 through 469.1815), the city, county, and school district have independent authority to grant an abatement. Acting alone, the City cannot use tax abatement to create the same financial leverage as TIF. Nonetheless, tax abatement provides a valuable tool for housing initiatives. The City can use tax abatement as an incentive to meet local housing objectives to new housing not provided by the market or reinvestment in the existing housing stock. Housing Improvement Areas The City has the power to establish a special taxing district to make improvements in areas of owner-occupied housing (Minnesota Statutes, Sections 428A.11 through 428A.21). The housing improvement area (HIA) is a special taxing district that can be used to finance a variety of improve- ments. A housing improvement area is a collection of par- cels defined by ordinance. The HIA may encom- pass new development or redevelopment. This tool may be a resource to aid homeowner’s as- sociations in need of assistance. The City has the power to levy a “fee” on the housing units in the area. This fee may work like a property tax or may be spread using another approach determined by the City. The fee can be collected through the property tax system. The statute also authorizes the City to levy special assessments to pay for housing improvements. The statute allows Apple Valley to define the na- ture of housing improvements. This tool can be used to finance any form of public improvement, including streetscape, parking, and trails. The City does not have the unilateral power to establish a housing improvement area. The pro- cess must be initiated through petition by a simple majority of property owners in the proposed HIA. Then, the City would have the ability to assign the procedures for imposing fees and administering the area to another authority, such as an HRA, economic development authority (EDA), or the Dakota County CDA. Other Tools To maintain neighborhood vitality, the City encour- ages homeowner reinvestment and infill of vacant parcels. Home improvements and rehabilitation should reflect the architectural style and scale of surrounding residential. Often home renovations occur at the point of sale. Various homebuyer in- centives facilitate renovations as well as general financing. The State of authorizes finance lend- ing for some first-time homebuyers, which can be rolled into the home mortgage. Federal programs, such as FHA203k, can be used to facilitate the acquisition of property and/or finance improve- ments to homes requiring significant rehabilitation or comprehensive repair. The Fannie Mae Home- style Renovation Loan provides a similar program. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-1 7. Parks and Recreation Parks and Recreation are an essential pub- lic service. Just as water, sewer and public safety, parks are vitally important to establish- ing and maintaining a quality of life in a com- munity. The importance of parks, trails, and open space is continually reinforced by stud- ies, analyses, and surveys both nationally and within Minnesota and the metro. Parks provide economic value, provide health and environ- mental benefits and are the tangible reflection of the quality of life in a community. The City of Apple Valley promotes diverse recreational opportunities, services, facilities and trails through the parks and recreation de- partment. This system, along with numerous programs and collaborations with local youth sports associations, civic groups, the school districts and local non-profits greatly contrib- ute to the quality of life for residents in the City of Apple Valley. Adapting to changing popula- tions and parks system needs is crucial to the success of such a park system. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-2 Parks and Recreation The City of Apple Valley is updating its Parks Mas- ter Plan to provide a clear vision that guides deci- sion making into the future. This plan will include recommendations regarding the development and redevelopment of existing parks, trails, and recre- ational opportunities. The following guiding principles were developed in previous versions of the Comprehensive Plan and continue to be used by Apple Valley to guide development of the park system: • Creating parks that provide people with places to gather and play. • Distributing parks throughout the City • Connecting parks and neighborhoods with sidewalks and trails • Matching facilities with the full spectrum of ages, abilities and economic status. Creating a system that serves all residents. • Providing a wide range of indoor and outdoor recreation facilities • Collaborating with other parties to coordinate the delivery of services to make effective use of financial resources. • Using parks as a tool to control flooding, help preserve the quality of the surface water, replenish the ground water supply, reduce air pollution and preserve natural resources. Additionally, two new guiding principles were de- veloped that reflect desires set forth by stakehold- ers, staff and residents: • Effectively providing information to residents and visitors that will elevate awareness of the park and recreation system and services. • Developing a park and recreation system that is innovative. Guiding principles will create a strong foundation for meeting future needs. Recommendations and strategies for achieving these principles are de- fined in the Frameworks Plan. Plan and Process The Apple Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan is lead by the Park and Recreation Depart- ment, with input from the Park and Recreation Committee, the Apple Valley Planning Commis- sion, and residents and stakeholders from the community. The Apple Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan includes an in-depth analysis of the park system, including: Current Park System, Changes and Trends Analysis, Community Vision, Level of Service Analysis, Program Assessment, Bench- mark Analysis, and a Frameworks Plan. The following was adapted as an Executive Sum- mary of the Apple Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The full plan should be reviewed to understand the breadth of work and full analysis that was completed. Executive Summary The City of Apple Valley has an extensive park Quarry Point Park was opened in 2010. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-3 system with over 900 acres of parkland, 75 miles of trails and a variety of recreational facilities. The Park system provides numerous amenities for the residents of Apple Valley including: • 13 Picnic Shelters • 40 Ball Diamonds • 24 Multi-Purpose Fields • 25.5 Basketball Courts (incl. half courts) • 30 Tennis Courts • 10 Pickleball Courts • 53 Playgrounds • 21 Sand Volleyball Courts • Johnny Cake Skate Park • Kelley Splash Pad • Redwood Pool • Apple Valley Family Aquatic Center • Sports Arena • Hayes Park Arena • Senior Center • Teen Center • Community Center • Valleywood Golf Course Table 1.2 - 1.3 shows the current parks and facili- ties in the Apple Valley Parks System. Level of Service Recommendations As part of the master planning process, a Level of Service Analysis was completed to provide rec- ommendations based on current facility invento- ry, other providers (i.e. ISD 196, Dakota County), park and facility standards, community/stakehold- er input, regional context/experience and project- ed population changes shown in Table 1.1. The following identifies the current system and projected needs based off of the Level of Service Recommendations: Neighborhood Parks Neighborhood parks are parks that serve ap- proximately a half-mile radius, and are intended to be parks that the surrounding population can easily walk to. Examples are Cedar Isle or Keller Parks. They provide basic recreation, such as a playground and possibly a small practice field, picnic shelter, or similar. They may sometimes be large enough to accommodate several fields and a signature amenity, such as a small skate park or splash pad area. A majority of Apple Valley’s existing parks are in this classification with approximately 346 acres of parkland. However, given the rapid and consistent growth of Apple Valley, an additional 17 acres of neighborhood parks will be needed by 2020. This need will grow as the population grows, reaching approximately 42 additional acres by 2030. Community Parks Community parks serve a large population, in the case of Apple Valley, a quarter to all of the City. These parks are often areas of intensive recre- ation use. They often provide several different ar- eas of recreation, such as several ball fields, sev- eral picnic shelters, one or two playground areas, and open space areas. Apple Valley has developed some strong com- munity parks, and no additional development of this type of park is needed – both currently and through 2030. Special Use Parks Special use parks provide a specialized or sin- gle use recreational amenity, such as golf, nature centers, and aquatic centers. Examples for Apple Valley include Valleywood Golf Course and Apple Valley Family Aquatic Center. While no additional special use parks are needed currently, an additional 20 acres will be needed in 2020 and 57 acres will be needed by 2030. Total Developed Park Acreage Needed There is additional park acreage needed for both Neighborhood Parks and Special Use Parks. Park acreages are calculated based on the assump- tion that standards are met each year. In addition, some park types can function as others, so the total is not a simple sum of all park acreage needs. Total park acreage needed by year is shown Fig- ure 1.3. Table 1.1 - Estimated Population 2017 Estimated Population 51,000 2020 Estimated Population 55,500 2030 Estimated Population 59,200 CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-4 Figure 1.1 - Apple Valley Parks Valleywood Golf Course Apple Valley Golf Course Lebanon Hills Regional Park Long Lake Farquar Lake Cobblestone Lake Alimagnet Lake Lac Lavon Lake Apple Valley High School Eastview High School Cedar Park Scott Highlands Middle School Southview Elementary School Falcon Ridge Middle School Westview Elementary School ISD 196 Diamond Path Elementary School Dakota Ridge SchoolCedar Valley Learning Center 43 25 1 36 9 7 10 21 6 2 8 13 30 4 17 24 20 5 39 28 16 11 23 41 3 15 45 18 42 33 27 29 31 38 37 42 22 19 14 40 3512 44 32 26 34 150TH ST WCEDAR AVE160TH ST W M C A N D R E W S R D 140TH ST W DIAMOND PATHPALOMINO DRPILOT KNOB RDJOHNNY CAKE RIDGE RDFLAGSTAFF AVE1 2 7 T H S T W 126TH ST W GALAXIE AVE150TH ST W 140TH ST W CEDAR AVEFLAGSTAFF AVEGALAXIE AVEApple Valley Parks 1. Alimagnet Lake Park 2. Apple Grove Park 3. Apple Ponds Park 4. Apple Valley East Park 5. Belmont Park 6. Bridge Oaks Park 7. Carrington Park 8. Carrollwood Park 9. Cedar Isle Park 10. Delaney Park 11. Diamond Path Park 12. Duchess Park 13. Faith Park 14. Farquar Park 15. Findlay park 16. Fred J Largen Park 17. Galaxie Park 18. Green Leaf Park 19. Greening Park 20. Hagemeister Park 21. Hayes Arena 22. Heritage Park 23. Huntington Park 24. Johnny Cake Ridge Park East 25. Johnny Cake Ridge Park West 26. Kelley Park 27. Lac Lavon Park 28. Lebanon Cemetery 29. Long Lake Park 30. Longridge Park 31. Moeller Park 32. Newell Park 33. Nordic Park 34. Palomino Park 35. Pennock Park 36. Quarry Point Park 37. Redwood Park 38. Regatta Park 39. Scott Park 40. Summerfield Park 41. Tintah Park 42. Valley Middle Park 43. Valleywood Golf Course 44. Wallace Park 45. Wildwood Park CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-5 Figure 1.2 - Apple Valley Trails & Sidewalks Valleywood Golf Course Apple Valley Golf Course Lebanon Hills Regional Park Long Lake Farquar Lake Cobblestone Lake Alimagnet Lake Lac Lavon Lake 150TH ST WCEDAR AVE160TH ST W MCAN D R E WS RD 140TH ST W GARDEN VIEW DRDIAMOND PATHPALOMINO DRPILOT KNOB RDJOHNNY CAKE RIDGE RDFLAGSTAFF AVE127TH ST W 126TH ST WPALOMINO DR RAMPGALAXIE AVEMCANDREWS RD RAMP140TH ST W 150TH ST W 140TH ST W FLAGSTAFF AVECEDAR AVEGALAXIE AVEApple Valley Trails & Sidewalks Sidewalks Paved Trails Unpaved Trails North Creek Greenway CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-6Size (acres)Paved Trails (miles)Unpaved Trails (miles)Picinic SheltersBall DiamondsMutli-Purpose FieldBasketball CourtsTennis CourtsPickleball CourtsPlaygroundsSand VolleyballSkate ParksSplash PadOutdoor PoolsFishing Dock/PierCanoe LaunchHorseshoe Pitch Hockey RinksSkating RinksPark BuildingOther Community Parks 370.40 Alimagnet Park 85.00 0.12 1 2 1 1 1 2 Disc golf,nature environment Cobblestone Lake Park 25.80 3.19 1 0.5 2 1 1 Adult fitness equipment Farquar Lake Park 11.00 0.38 3 1 2 11 111 11 Kelley Park 5.60 0.11 2 1 1 1 1 Covered Stage Redwood Park 12.00 0.76 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 1 Community Center,outdoor pool,off-street parking, flower gardens Johnny Cake Ridge Park (East)42.00 0.30 1 6 3 1 2 2 1 Additonal acres at neighboring Scott Highland Elementary School Johnny Cake Ridge Park (West)125.00 1.10 1 9 10 2 8 1 1 2 1 1 Football, Softball & Baseball, Off-Street Parking, Teen Center, Family Aquatic Center Quarry Point Athletic Complex 32.00 0.47 1 4 4 1 1 Valley Middle Park 7.00 0.12 5 2 4 1 1 1 40 Additional acres owned by school district;off-street parking and track Community Ctr/Hayes 25.00 0.28 6442616 211 Neighborhood Parks 330.90 Apple Grove Park 11.60 0.24 1 Apple Ponds Park 11.00 0.02 1 1 0.5 1 1 Apple Valley East Park 11.60 0.31 1 0.5 1 1 1 1 1 Sledding Hill Belmont Park 3.40 0.15 1 1 1 1 Briar Oaks Park 16.40 0.34 1 1 1 1 Carrollwood Park 5.10 0.18 1 Cedar Isles Park 8.50 0.32 0.5 1 1 Cedar Knolls Park 10.30 0.09 2 1 Chaparral Park 9.70 0.14 1 Natural area Cortland 11.90 1 1 1 Delaney Pak 7.90 0.44 1 3 0.5 2 1 1 1 1 Diamond Path Park 20.30 1.92 1 Duchess Park 3.00 1 0.5 1 Robert L. Erickson 4.00 Faith Park 11.00 0.48 1 0.5 2 Findlay Park 3.60 0.15 1 Galaxie Park 12.60 0.13 1 0.5 1 1 1 1 Greening Park 3.40 0.03 1 1 1 Greenleaf Park 15.00 0.95 1 1 2 2 2 Half Courts Hagemeister Park 8.70 0.24 1 1221 1112 Half Courts Heritage Park 3.60 1 1 1 1 Huntington Park 10.30 0.31 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Keller Park 3.00 0.03 1 1 Lac Lavon Park 5.50 0.27 1 1 1 1 Largen Park 7.00 0.14 1 0.5 1 Long Lake Park 5.40 0.62 1 1 Longridge Park 15.00 0.09 1 2 1 Moeller Park 12.60 1.32 1 1 0.5 1 Newell 1.50 1 Nordic Park 7.20 0.16 1 Palomino Park 4.60 0.34 1 2 Pennock Park 3.20 0.18 1 2 1 Regatta Park 9.70 1 1 0.5 1 Scott Park 8.00 2 1 Archery Summerfield Park 7.10 0.31 1 1 Sunset Park 5.10 0.21 1 Tintah Park 21.40 0.79 1 4 0.5 1 1 Wallace Park 3.50 0.09 0.5 1 Wildwood Park 8.20 0.25 2 2 1 1 Special Use Parks & Facilities 190.00 Community Center (49,354 sf)4 Indoor gym space,arts and crafts,preschool room,exercise room,game room Senior Center (20,003 sf) Family Aquatic Center 11 lazy river,slides,zero depth entry Teen Center (4,160 sf)At Johnny Cake Ridge Park (West) Hayes Field & Arena (30,377 sf)Indoor ice arena and sports field Indoor Sports Arena (32,000 sf)Indoor ice arena Redwood Center & Pool (5,176 sf)1 Outdoor pool and wading pool Valleywood Municipal Golf Course (16,000 sf) 190.00 2 1 18 hole course City Trails 56.68 4.10 Sub Total - City 891.30 74.75 4.10 13 50 39 25 32 10 54 23 112377101216 Other Providers Apple Valley High School (ISD 196)75.60 4 2 2 Track Cedar Park Elementary School (ISD 196)15.40 1 Dakota Ridge School (ISD 196)7.70 Diamond Path School (ISD 196)3.40 2 1 Falcon Ridge Middle School (ISD 196)28.80 3 Track and off-street parking Greenleaf Elementary School (ISD 196)30.00 1 1 Scott Highlands Middle School (ISD 196)35.60 3 2 6 Track and off-street parking Valley Middle School (ISD 196)31.20 7 Track and off-street parking Westview Elementary School (ISD 196)2 2 Sub Total - ISD 196 227.70 ### 6.00 8.00 3.00 Lebanon Hills Regional Park (Dakota County) 320.00 31.50 3.32 Trails,mountain biking,camping,swimming beach,visitor's center,natural areas North Creek Greenway 5.00 Total 1439.00 111.25 7.42 13 72 45 25 40 10 57 23 1 1 2 Table 1.2 - Current Inventory (1/2) CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-7 Table 1.3 - Current Inventory (2/2)Size (acres)Paved Trails (miles)Unpaved Trails (miles)Picinic SheltersBall DiamondsMutli-Purpose FieldBasketball CourtsTennis CourtsPickleball CourtsPlaygroundsSand VolleyballSkate ParksSplash PadOutdoor PoolsFishing Dock/PierCanoe LaunchHorseshoe Pitch Hockey RinksSkating RinksPark BuildingOther Community Parks 370.40 Alimagnet Park 85.00 0.12 1 2 1 1 1 2 Disc golf,nature environment Cobblestone Lake Park 25.80 3.19 1 0.5 2 1 1 Adult fitness equipment Farquar Lake Park 11.00 0.38 3 1 2 11 111 11 Kelley Park 5.60 0.11 2 1 1 1 1 Covered Stage Redwood Park 12.00 0.76 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 1 Community Center,outdoor pool,off-street parking, flower gardens Johnny Cake Ridge Park (East)42.00 0.30 1 6 3 1 2 2 1 Additonal acres at neighboring Scott Highland Elementary School Johnny Cake Ridge Park (West)125.00 1.10 1 9 10 2 8 1 1 2 1 1 Football, Softball & Baseball, Off-Street Parking, Teen Center, Family Aquatic Center Quarry Point Athletic Complex 32.00 0.47 1 4 4 1 1 Valley Middle Park 7.00 0.12 5 2 4 1 1 1 40 Additional acres owned by school district;off-street parking and track Community Ctr/Hayes 25.00 0.28 6442616 211 Neighborhood Parks 330.90 Apple Grove Park 11.60 0.24 1 Apple Ponds Park 11.00 0.02 1 1 0.5 1 1 Apple Valley East Park 11.60 0.31 1 0.5 1 1 1 1 1 Sledding Hill Belmont Park 3.40 0.15 1 1 1 1 Briar Oaks Park 16.40 0.34 1 1 1 1 Carrollwood Park 5.10 0.18 1 Cedar Isles Park 8.50 0.32 0.5 1 1 Cedar Knolls Park 10.30 0.09 2 1 Chaparral Park 9.70 0.14 1 Natural area Cortland 11.90 1 1 1 Delaney Pak 7.90 0.44 1 3 0.5 2 1 1 1 1 Diamond Path Park 20.30 1.92 1 Duchess Park 3.00 1 0.5 1 Robert L. Erickson 4.00 Faith Park 11.00 0.48 1 0.5 2 Findlay Park 3.60 0.15 1 Galaxie Park 12.60 0.13 1 0.5 1 1 1 1 Greening Park 3.40 0.03 1 1 1 Greenleaf Park 15.00 0.95 1 1 2 2 2 Half Courts Hagemeister Park 8.70 0.24 1 1221 1112 Half Courts Heritage Park 3.60 1 1 1 1 Huntington Park 10.30 0.31 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Keller Park 3.00 0.03 1 1 Lac Lavon Park 5.50 0.27 1 1 1 1 Largen Park 7.00 0.14 1 0.5 1 Long Lake Park 5.40 0.62 1 1 Longridge Park 15.00 0.09 1 2 1 Moeller Park 12.60 1.32 1 1 0.5 1 Newell 1.50 1 Nordic Park 7.20 0.16 1 Palomino Park 4.60 0.34 1 2 Pennock Park 3.20 0.18 1 2 1 Regatta Park 9.70 1 1 0.5 1 Scott Park 8.00 2 1 Archery Summerfield Park 7.10 0.31 1 1 Sunset Park 5.10 0.21 1 Tintah Park 21.40 0.79 1 4 0.5 1 1 Wallace Park 3.50 0.09 0.5 1 Wildwood Park 8.20 0.25 2 2 1 1 Special Use Parks & Facilities 190.00 Community Center (49,354 sf)4 Indoor gym space,arts and crafts,preschool room,exercise room,game room Senior Center (20,003 sf) Family Aquatic Center 11 lazy river,slides,zero depth entry Teen Center (4,160 sf)At Johnny Cake Ridge Park (West) Hayes Field & Arena (30,377 sf)Indoor ice arena and sports field Indoor Sports Arena (32,000 sf)Indoor ice arena Redwood Center & Pool (5,176 sf)1 Outdoor pool and wading pool Valleywood Municipal Golf Course (16,000 sf) 190.00 2 1 18 hole course City Trails 56.68 4.10 Sub Total - City 891.30 74.75 4.10 13 50 39 25 32 10 54 23 112377101216 Other Providers Apple Valley High School (ISD 196)75.60 4 2 2 Track Cedar Park Elementary School (ISD 196)15.40 1 Dakota Ridge School (ISD 196)7.70 Diamond Path School (ISD 196)3.40 2 1 Falcon Ridge Middle School (ISD 196)28.80 3 Track and off-street parking Greenleaf Elementary School (ISD 196)30.00 1 1 Scott Highlands Middle School (ISD 196)35.60 3 2 6 Track and off-street parking Valley Middle School (ISD 196)31.20 7 Track and off-street parking Westview Elementary School (ISD 196)2 2 Sub Total - ISD 196 227.70 ### 6.00 8.00 3.00 Lebanon Hills Regional Park (Dakota County) 320.00 31.50 3.32 Trails,mountain biking,camping,swimming beach,visitor's center,natural areas North Creek Greenway 5.00 Total 1439.00 111.25 7.42 13 72 45 25 40 10 57 23 1 1 2Size (acres)Paved Trails (miles)Unpaved Trails (miles)Picinic SheltersBall DiamondsMutli-Purpose FieldBasketball CourtsTennis CourtsPickleball CourtsPlaygroundsSand VolleyballSkate ParksSplash PadOutdoor PoolsFishing Dock/PierCanoe LaunchHorseshoe Pitch Hockey RinksSkating RinksPark BuildingOtherCommunity Parks 370.40Alimagnet Park 85.00 0.12 1 2 1 1 1 2 Disc golf,nature environmentCobblestone Lake Park 25.80 3.19 1 0.5 2 1 1 Adult fitness equipmentFarquar Lake Park 11.00 0.38 3 1 2 11 111 11Kelley Park 5.60 0.11 2 1 1 1 1 Covered StageRedwood Park 12.00 0.76 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 1 Community Center,outdoor pool,off-street parking, flower gardensJohnny Cake Ridge Park (East)42.00 0.30 1 6 3 1 2 2 1 Additonal acres at neighboring Scott Highland Elementary SchoolJohnny Cake Ridge Park (West)125.00 1.10 1 9 10 2 8 1 1 2 1 1 Football, Softball & Baseball, Off-Street Parking, Teen Center, Family Aquatic CenterQuarry Point Athletic Complex 32.00 0.47 1 4 4 1 1Valley Middle Park 7.00 0.12 5 2 4 1 1 1 40 Additional acres owned by school district;off-street parking and trackCommunity Ctr/Hayes 25.00 0.28 6442616 211Neighborhood Parks 330.90Apple Grove Park 11.60 0.24 1Apple Ponds Park 11.00 0.02 1 1 0.5 1 1Apple Valley East Park 11.60 0.31 1 0.5 1 1 1 1 1 Sledding HillBelmont Park 3.40 0.15 1 1 1 1Briar Oaks Park 16.40 0.34 1 1 1 1Carrollwood Park 5.10 0.18 1Cedar Isles Park 8.50 0.32 0.5 1 1Cedar Knolls Park 10.30 0.09 2 1Chaparral Park 9.70 0.14 1 Natural areaCortland11.90 1 1 1Delaney Pak 7.90 0.44 1 3 0.5 2 1 1 1 1Diamond Path Park 20.30 1.92 1Duchess Park 3.00 1 0.5 1Robert L. Erickson 4.00Faith Park 11.00 0.48 1 0.5 2Findlay Park 3.60 0.15 1Galaxie Park 12.60 0.13 1 0.5 1 1 1 1 Greening Park 3.40 0.03 1 1 1 Greenleaf Park 15.00 0.95 1 1 2 2 2 Half Courts Hagemeister Park 8.70 0.24 1 1221 1112 Half Courts Heritage Park 3.60 1 1 1 1 Huntington Park 10.30 0.31 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Keller Park 3.00 0.03 1 1 Lac Lavon Park 5.50 0.27 1 1 1 1 Largen Park 7.00 0.14 1 0.5 1 Long Lake Park 5.40 0.62 1 1 Longridge Park 15.00 0.09 1 2 1 Moeller Park 12.60 1.32 1 1 0.5 1 Newell 1.50 1 Nordic Park 7.20 0.16 1 Palomino Park 4.60 0.34 1 2 Pennock Park 3.20 0.18 1 2 1 Regatta Park 9.70 1 1 0.5 1 Scott Park 8.00 2 1 Archery Summerfield Park 7.10 0.31 1 1 Sunset Park 5.10 0.21 1 Tintah Park 21.40 0.79 1 4 0.5 1 1 Wallace Park 3.50 0.09 0.5 1 Wildwood Park 8.20 0.25 2 2 1 1 Special Use Parks & Facilities 190.00 Community Center (49,354 sf)4 Indoor gym space,arts and crafts,preschool room,exercise room,game room Senior Center (20,003 sf) Family Aquatic Center 11 lazy river,slides,zero depth entry Teen Center (4,160 sf)At Johnny Cake Ridge Park (West) Hayes Field & Arena (30,377 sf)Indoor ice arena and sports field Indoor Sports Arena (32,000 sf)Indoor ice arena Redwood Center & Pool (5,176 sf)1 Outdoor pool and wading pool Valleywood Municipal Golf Course (16,000 sf) 190.00 2 1 18 hole course City Trails 56.68 4.10 Sub Total - City 891.30 74.75 4.10 13 50 39 25 32 10 54 23 112377101216 Other Providers Apple Valley High School (ISD 196)75.60 4 2 2 Track Cedar Park Elementary School (ISD 196)15.40 1 Dakota Ridge School (ISD 196)7.70 Diamond Path School (ISD 196)3.40 2 1 Falcon Ridge Middle School (ISD 196)28.80 3 Track and off-street parking Greenleaf Elementary School (ISD 196)30.00 1 1 Scott Highlands Middle School (ISD 196)35.60 3 2 6 Track and off-street parking Valley Middle School (ISD 196)31.20 7 Track and off-street parking Westview Elementary School (ISD 196)2 2 Sub Total - ISD 196 227.70 ### 6.00 8.00 3.00 Lebanon Hills Regional Park (Dakota County) 320.00 31.50 3.32 Trails,mountain biking,camping,swimming beach,visitor's center,natural areas North Creek Greenway 5.00 Total 1439.00 111.25 7.42 13 72 45 25 40 10 57 23 1 1 2 Information shown for Other Providers is based off of information available to the City at the time of this report, and is not regarded as final. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-8 Trails and Connections Trails and sidewalks are vital in parts of the com- munity. They serve as a means of transportation, and are an important recreational component. These facilities: • Allow people to move safely throughout Apple Valley without a car. • Connect neighborhoods with parks, schools and other community facilities. • Promote healthy and active lifestyles. • Encourage sustainability by facilitating non-vehicular travel. • Serve a wide range of individual and household needs. • Contribute to the social fabric and char- acter of Apple Valley. • Provide youth with the means for inde- pendent travel and exploration. Sidewalks Sidewalks are intended to support pedestrians in residential neighborhoods and commercial dis- tricts. Sidewalks allow people to move by foot (walk, jog) within neighborhoods and to other parts of the community – parks, schools, public facilities and shopping. Sidewalks provide a place for children to safely travel by bicycle or scooter. The design of sidewalks (narrower width, individ- ual concrete sections) make them poorly suited to adult bicycle use. As the population ages, sidewalks may receive greater use by motorized and non-motorized wheelchairs and similar devices. Sidewalks also serve social and recreational functions. They pro- mote social interaction in neighborhoods and pro- vide a safe place for young children to play near their home. Paved Trails Paved trails can include both asphalt (bituminous) surface, or wide, concrete sidewalks. These trails are often ADA accessible and usually can accom- modate a range of activities, from pedestrians and joggers to bicyclists and roller bladers. These trails may be plowed or groomed in winter, depending on the designated use. There are two types of paved trails in Apple Valley. Park trails are bituminous trails in parks and open spaces. These trails connect the parks adjacent streets and neighborhoods. Park trails also allow for movement through parks and open spaces. Street trails are 8-foot bituminous trails built along collector streets and county roads. It will continue to be the City’s policy to construct bituminous trails on both sides of all county roads and community collector streets, where the terrain and topography permit. Both park and street trails are multi-use and intended to accommodate both pedestrians and bicycles. The extensive trail system in Apple Valley and the surrounding region is one of the best in the nation. Apple Valley and its surrounding communities have a strong, connected trail system. The region is a leader in trails nationwide, and no additional paved trail mileage is needed to meet the stan- dard, which is already higher than most of the United States, through 2030. Unpaved Trails Unpaved, or natural surface trails are usually dedi- cated to pedestrian, mountain biking, or horse trail use during the summer months. In winter, these trails can be designated for winter hiking, snow- shoeing, or cross-country skiing, depending on their characteristics and grooming schedule. Within the city limits of Apple Valley, there is cur- rently a deficit of 5 miles of unpaved trail, which will increase to 7 miles by 2030. Figure 1.3 - Additional Acreage Needed 0 0 49 2017 2020 2030 CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-9 Outdoor Facilities Outdoor Facilities include ball fields, courts, play equipment, and other park infrastructure that is geared toward a particular sport or activity. Table 1.4 shows the need for each amenity by year. Apple Valley has adequate outdoor facilities and amenities in most areas. The one focal point for additions should be in picnic shelters and pavil- ions. This trends along with the need for additional Neighborhood Parks, which often incorporate this type of amenity. Pickleball is another area where Apple Valley currently excels, but with the aging population, increasing popularity of the sport, and influx of non-residents using Apple Valley’s facili- ties, this is an area for additional capacity in the coming years. While all standards are adequate in terms of quan- tity, care should be given to the maintenance of current amenities to ensure the quality of these amenities remain. In addition, while Apple Valley currently exceeds the standard for outdoor pools, it is recommended that a study of the operational cost of the Redwood Pool be completed to deter- mine its cost versus benefit to the community Indoor Facilities Indoor facility space includes the Community Cen- ter, Teen Center, Redwood, and Senior Center, along with small areas of indoor space within the larger community parks. Currently, Apple Valley has over 135,000 square feet of indoor space, and this exceeds the standard by about a third. No ad- ditional indoor space is recommended. However, improvements and updates to current spaces, in- cluding the Community Center, are needed. Con- sideration for winter amenities, such as an indoor playground, and the development of a multi-gen- erational, family-based community center, rather than dedicated centers to certain age groups, is also recommended. A feasibility study and busi- ness plan for the renovation of the current Hayes Complex should be conducted to determine the best future use of those facilities. Program Analysis As part of the master planning process, a Recre- ation Program Assessment was completed. The assessment offers an in-depth perspective of program and service offerings and helps identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities regard- OUTDOOR FACILITY 2017 2020 2030 Picnic Shelter/Pavilion 6 8 10 Ball Fields ------ Multi-Purpose Fields ------ Basketball Courts ------ Tennis Courts ------ Pickleball Courts --1 2 Playgrounds ------ Sand Volleyball ------ Skate Parks ------ Splash Pads 1 2 2 Outdoor Pool ------ Table 1.4 - Outdoor Facility Needs CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-10 ing programming. The assessment also assists in identifying core programs, program gaps within the community, key system-wide issues, areas of improvement, and future programs and services for residents. The analysis can be reviewed in full in the Apple Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Benchmark Analysis The City of Apple Valley identified operating met- rics to benchmark against comparable park and recreation systems. The goal of the analysis is to evaluate how Apple Valley is positioned among peer agencies as it applies to efficiency and effec- tiveness practices. The benchmark assessment is organized into specific categories and questions to obtain data that offers an encompassing view of each system’s operating metrics in comparison to the City of Apple Valley. The City parks system compares favorably against benchmark communities and best practices. The benchmark agencies include: Burnsville, Ea- gan, Lakeville, Plymouth and West Des Moines. Information gathered includes: overview (popula- tion, density, etc), park acreage, trail mileage, staff- ing levels, operating budgets, non-tax revenues, operational cost recovery, capital budget, program participation, indoor space. The following are key findings pertaining to the City of Apple Valley that were highlighted in the benchmark analysis: • Apple Valley has the lowest total park acres owned or managed among peer agencies, but has the second highest percentage of devel- oped acreage. • In terms of staffing, Apple Valley has signifi- cantly larger workforce than all other bench- mark communities when compared to the population served, with 20 FTEs per 10,000 residents. This can be partially attributed to the Department running a much higher vol- ume operation than its peers and offering unique facilities, such as the aquatic center, that are more labor-intensive. • At approximately $148 of operational expense per resident, the City expends more than all other agencies participating in the benchmark median and nearly double the national medi- an. • Assessing revenue generation, Apple Valley is also leading the benchmark by generating $66 of non-tax revenue per resident, which is also well above the NRPA median. • Due to its strong level of revenue generation, Apple Valley ranks first among benchmark agencies with a cost recovery level of 45%. This is well above best practice nationwide and speaks highly of the overall sustainability of the Department. • Apple Valley is reporting a 3-year capital in- vestment average that ranks last among peer agencies. Although it is investing at a much lower level, the annual capital budget is ex- periencing an increasing trend more recently. • On average, residents in Apple Valley are par- ticipating at a higher rate than all other bench- mark communities, as each resident partici- pates nearly six times per year in programs offered through the Department. • The City is providing the third highest amount of square feet of indoor community / recre- ation center space per resident (1.47). This level of service is in line with best practice lev- els nationwide, which is around 1.5 sq. ft. per resident, nationally. Community Vision A critical element of the Parks & Recreation Sys- tem Master Plan Update is gathering input from the community on issues and ideas that will help develop Apple Valley Parks to respond to local needs and desires. A community engagement process was undertaken that focused on local intercepts at Freedom Days, stakeholder meet- ings, and an online public survey which was made available through the City’s website, email sub- scriber lists, social media pages, and distributed to Eastview and Apple Valley High Schools. This plan is the result of over five months of community participation. The following ideas seem to carry high public val- ue pertaining to the City of Apple Valley and re- flected in the Community Vision: CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-11 • Youth Athletics - the park system is wide- ly used for athletics according to 82.4% of survey respondents that selected "athletics" as the top reason for park use. Additionally, stakeholders and survey respondents sup- ported higher-quality and better maintained sports facilities including fields, baseball and softball facilities, indoor and outdoor ice facili- ties, and gym space. • Free Play - the second highest reason for park use was "free play" as selected by sur- vey respondents. Additionally, stakeholders and survey respondents supported including a fully accessible playground, nature play, ad- venture/ropes course, climbing walls, general playground updates/maintenance and more "open gym" time. • Multi-generational Health and Wellness Ini- tiatives - "Health and Wellness" is the third highest reason for park use according to the public respondents. Additionally, stakehold- ers and survey respondents emphasized the importance of multi-generation connections. There was public support for an expanded trail network with adequate wayfinding and crea- ture comforts (benches), indoor and outdoor fitness equipment, and a connected Senior Center Community Center space. • Community Gathering Space - "Group Gatherings" are not currently a big reason for park use, but there were a lot of stakehold- ers and survey respondents who placed value on these kinds of spaces. Support for flexible outdoor space for City-held or community held events, large family gatherings and picnicking, was expressed during community visioning. • Enhanced Connections Between Parks and Neighborhoods - Particular emphasis should be given to address that there are ad- equate sidewalk or trail connections to Parks and neighborhoods. This guiding principle was ranked lowest as being met by survey re- spondents expectations. • Communication - is a top priority for the City and residents. Apple Valley can increase communication and marketing efforts to raise awareness about current programs, facilities and offerings which may change public per- ception and lead to a new or different commu- nity vision. The Apple Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan should be referred to for a complete under- standing of the Community Vision. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-12 Frameworks Plan The Frameworks Plan defines the recommend- ed improvement strategies that will serve as a practical tool to guide the park system’s future development and redevelopment efforts. The Plan will help the City prioritize programs and projects as future decisions are made. The following Frameworks Plan outlines strat- egies for improvements that are organized around the Department's current and newly developed guiding principles. Creating parks that provide people with places to gather and play. Strategies: • Provide flexible spaces to accommodate changing trends in demand for park and open space programming. • Create destinations for large group/family gathering (i.e. large or clustered picnic shel- ters) • Provide a destination park that can accom- modate community events (i.e. food truck festivals, Oktoberfest, outdoor concerts, graduations, art fairs, race finish line festivi- ties, etc.) Keep in mind opportunities that will be attractive to Millennials and young families with improvements to night life (i.e. concerts in the park, beer dabblers, etc.). Suggestions: Johnny Cake East - Field A, Augustana Care south property. Distributing parks throughout the City. Strategies: • Continue maintaining existing parks through- out the City. • Establish parkland in areas with a gap in service including the areas presently being mined for sand and gravel, and in the area south of County Road #42 that is undevel- oped. • Establish, retain and maintain parks or open space along and adjacent to lakes, ponds and wetlands for public access. • Search areas for neighborhood parks: 1. South of Augustana Care (lease/rental agreement) 2. Near Spirit of Life Church 3. Fischer Sand and Aggregate Mine 4. Hope Church - a wooded triangle that can possibly accommodate an unpaved trail or nature play 5. Flagstaff open area - could support community gardens CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-13 Connecting parks and neighborhoods with sidewalks and trails. Strategies: • Continue to maintain trails throughout parks and the City as a means for transportation and recreation. Look for connections East- West and develop a "Grand Rounds" full system connection. • Prioritize trails that connect neighborhoods to already established regional trails and con- nections, transit hubs, and destinations. • Connect to Lebanon Hills Regional Park • When possible, create linear parks or "green" corridors. Use trees and other vegetation to buffer users from traffic and other develop- ment. (Suggestions: Pilot Knob Road, Johnny Cake Ridge Road, 140th Street W, 150th Street W., 160th Street W.) • Provide strategic areas for rest. Areas surrounding downtown and areas surround- ing senior care facilities may require more frequent seating. • Encourage users with distance markings, wayfinding signage and identification of des- tinations and City landmarks along trails (i.e. Cobblestone Lake). • Partner with Dakota County Art Display Program to provide an Art Corridor (i.e. Edina Promenade). (Suggestions: Downtown Apple Valley, or at a possible new development at the Quarry) • Provide coordinated, yet age appropriate, programming to allow for siblings of varying ages to participate at the same time, at the same place. • Improve membership incentives at the Senior Center. (Suggestion: re-brand to Active Life- style Center and connect to the Community Center). • Develop loop trails within existing parks for recreation and circulation. (Suggestions: Johnny Cake East, Cortland) Matching facilities with the full spec- trum of ages, abilities and economic status. Creating a system that serves all residents. Strategies: • Address ADA accessibility system-wide with any new or redeveloped park projects. • Resurface playgrounds with an ADA-acces- sible surfacing (i.e. poured in place/synthetic surface, compacted wood fiber, etc.) and include minimum standards for accessibility. • Dedicate at least one City Playground to be fully accessible and address both cognitive and physical impairments. (Suggestions: Quarry Point Park) • Add benches along trails and in parks, es- pecially near aging population centers (i.e. senior care/housing facilities). • Provide programming to meet the needs of more residents with additional evening and weekend programs. • Provide additional programming including programming for passive adults (i.e. art, cooking, crafts), young adult/teens, and small children. • Continue the FREE summer playground pro- gram. Analyze the program for improvements to reinvent/revitalize it. Top: Trail distance markings can be directly applied to the trail surface (shown) or shown with a separate sign; Bottom: All-ages enjoying the annual Frozen Apple Concert. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-14 Providing a wide range of indoor and outdoor recreation facilities. Strategies: • Combine Senior Center and Community Cen- ter Facilities with a central shared space (Ac- tive Lifestyle Center). Keep senior focused programming at the Senior Center weekday mornings and afternoons, and utilize space for additional community needs weekday evening and weekend. • Provide additional indoor gym space. Conduct a cost assessment for additional gym space. • Update and maintain warming houses and Park shelters to be multi-use. Consider elimi- nating warming houses with the elimination of rinks. • Diversify play equipment including nature play. Place nature play playgrounds at parks that offer other nature programming or trails. (Suggestion: Alimagnet or Farquar Park) • Diversify play equipment including climbing/ adventure play. Climbing/adventure play will include playground features like bouldering walls and ropes for climbing. Place at parks near middle schools or areas where older kids/teens look for more challenging play. • Provide turf fields at select parks for more consistent field conditions and longer playing seasons. The addition of turf fields into the system will help relieve pressure off non-turf fields and allow for proper field rest. • Consider permanent or temporary field house / sports dome turf facility. Include an indoor walking track for additional winter recreation opportunities. • Monitor the use of newly implemented outdoor fitness stations (i.e. Cobblestone). Add more as necessary. • Improve visitor and player experience at Hayes Arena by continuing to make updates and improvements to the facility. • Add picnic shelters and pavilions. With a lev- el of service recommendation of 11 addition- al shelters by 2030, the department should assess appropriate locations. (Suggestions: Kelley Park, Moeller, Heritage, Diamond Path, Cobblestone, Alimagnet, and any new neigh- borhood parks.) • Make improvements to the Pickleball facilities at the Community Center to keep Apple Valley as a top Pickleball provider for the South Met- ro. (Suggestions: sound attenuation, expand- ed shade structure over picnic tables, removal of the windscreen around picnic area, rules and regulations signage) • Complete an operational cost assessment of the Redwood Pool to determine its cost versus benefit to the community. The Family Aquatic Center and aquatic programming and services that ISD 196 provides at the middle schools may address community needs. • Follow trends in recreation and provide new uses as needed to accommodate demand. Siblings enjoying open gym.Top: The shaded area at the Community Center Pickleball facili- ties; Bottom: Shelter at Redwood CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-15 Collaborating with other parties to coordinate the delivery of services to make effective use of financial re- sources. Strategies: • Ensure park dedication or a park dedication fee is collected for all new development where possible. • Continue to track volunteers, volunteer hours, and track partners . Ensure that the database that tracks all volunteers and volunteer hours also tracks partners, and partner resources leveraged (dollar value of partnering, if pos- sible). Assign volunteer and partner tracking responsibility to one staff person; include this in the job description. • Establish formal partnership policies and agreements. Following the best practice list- ed in the previous section, establish partner policies and agreements that are tailored to the different types of partnerships the City en- counters. Assign management of the policies and agreements to one staff person and in- clude this in his or her job description. • Continue to support the City/ISD196 partner- ship and to coordinate park use with educa- tional programs. • Continue and encourage partnerships with athletic organizations (i.e. EVAA, VAA) to col- laborate on park improvements on a shared- use basis. • Continue to enhance park and trail opportu- nities for the City with partnerships with other governmental agencies including Dakota County and surrounding cities. • Collaborate with the Arts foundation to deliver and promote arts and cultural events in parks. Using parks as a tool to control flood- ing, help preserve the quality of the surface water, replenish the ground water supply, reduce air pollution and preserve natural resources. Strategies: • Establish, retain and maintain parks or open space along and adjacent to lakes, ponds and wetlands for stormwater detention, and resource protection. • Dedicate areas to restore as native vegeta- tion or pollinator habitats where appropriate, eliminating maintenance-intensive turf grass. • Incorporate rain gardens, natural vegetative buffers, and other stormwater management techniques best suited to that park area, where appropriate. • Make habitat modifications and improve- ments that will benefit fish, wildlife, and native plantings within the City’s park and open space areas. Using Best Management Prac- tices (BMP’s), buffer lakes, ponds, wetlands and streams with native grasses and other ecologically appropriate plant species. • Develop a natural resource plan that will enhance the park system and provide the City with specific initiatives to manage natural resources (i.e. Buckthorn removal.) Top: Butterflies and other pollinators attracted to native flora. Bot- tom: Natural areas are an important community asset that should be explored. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 7-16 Effectively providing information to residents and visitors that will elevate awareness of the park and recreation system and services. Communication is essential to the success of pro- grams and park system use. This guiding principle was developed because of the lack of awareness by residents, visitors and stakeholders of park and recreation system and services. Strategies: • Educate the community on the recreational and educational opportunities that currently exist in the parks system. • Update the City website, using mobile phone and tablet friendly web templates. Include an events calendar (i.e. City of St. Louis Park). • Keep communication strong through social media outlets. Have a dedicated staff person in charge of regular updates. • Advertise and promote events by partnering with local media, businesses and partners. • Continue to develop and enhance printed materials including the Parks and Recreation newsletter/brochure. • Continue the Medallion Search and consid- er implementing additional Parks Contest to promote and highlight use of the parks. (Sug- gestions: Photo Contest, Park "Passports", ParkRX partnership) • Allow for facility rental information to be dis- played on the City website. Developing a park and recreation sys- tem that is innovative. Strategies: • Continue updating and enhancing the Ap- ple Valley Aquatic Center. The Apple Valley Aquatic Center is an important community re- source and provides many jobs for some of Apple Valley's younger residents. • Explore resident/non-resident membership/ season pass options for the Aquatic Center in place of, or in addition to, a punch card. • Outdoor Ice usage attendance has dropped 34% from 2014-2016, however the dates that ice was available to residents has decreased over the years and the average daily atten- dance is actually higher. With warming tem- peratures, outdoor ice conditions are feasible over shorter spans and can be more costly to maintain. Consider eliminating some less pop- ular rinks and add a refrigerated ice rink that can be used for a longer period of time and throughout changing weather patterns. • The Community preferred the addition of a Adventure Play/Ropes course. This type of facility is typically not seen at parks in the met- ro area. Due to the popularity of this new fa- cility, ideal locations include highly accessible community parks such as Johnny Cake Ridge Park East/West, Hayes, Quarry Point Park, or Redwood. Explore partnerships with the MN Zoo, or private/public partnerships (i.e. oper- ated privately with use on park land) • Explore locations for an amphitheater/band- shell. Look for a central location with ample parking. • Provide spaces for unique activities in parks. (i.e. Bocce Courts for league use, hammock groves, etc.) • Provide food and beverage services (i.e. Bi- ergarden, cafe, food trucks, etc.). This type of service could be run by an outside partner. • Determine need for additional staff to manage and take on projects outlined in the plan. Ropes courses can be of varying degrees of difficulty. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-1 8. Transportation The 2040 Transportation Plan is an integrated component of the Apple Valley Comprehensive Plan Update. The transporta- tion plan is a key component of the city’s Comprehensive Plan that assesses all modes of transportation, including streets and highways; trails and sidewalks; transit facilities; and airport accessibility. This plan expresses the location, limits, function, and capacity of all transportation facilities in the City of Apple Valley. The State of Minnesota, through the enactment of the Metro- politan Land Planning Act (M.S. 473.859, Subd.3(1)) requires the Metropolitan Council’s review of each metropolitan commu- nity transportation plan to assure conformity with the region- al development framework. The Metropolitan Council’s 2040 Transportation Policy Plan (TPP) is the planning document that provides guidance for policies and strategies included in the 2040 Apple Valley Transportation Plan. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-2 Introduction and Authority The 2040 Transportation Plan is an integrated component of the Apple Valley Comprehensive Plan Update. The transportation plan is a key component of the city’s Comprehensive Plan that assesses all modes of transportation, including streets and highways; trails and sidewalks; transit facilities; and airport accessibility. This plan ex- presses the location, limits, function, and capacity of all transportation facilities in the City of Apple Valley. The State of Minnesota, through the enactment of the Metropolitan Land Planning Act (M.S. 473.859, Subd.3(1)) requires the Metropolitan Council’s re- view of each metropolitan community transporta- tion plan to assure conformity with the regional de- velopment framework. The Metropolitan Council’s 2040 Transportation Policy Plan (TPP) is the plan- ning document that provides guidance for policies and strategies included in the 2040 Apple Valley Transportation Plan. Background and Purpose of the Transportation Plan The City of Apple Valley recognizes the changing travel needs of its residents, commuters, visitors, commercial transporters, pedestrians, and cyclists making trips within and through the community. To provide for safe, multimodal transportation facili- ties that offer adequate capacity (existing and fu- ture) with a high level of mobility, a transportation improvement plan that corresponds to the City’s overall comprehensive plan must be adopted and implemented. The 2040 Apple Valley Transportation Plan de- scribes, designates, and schedules the location, extent, function, and capacity for all transportation modes within the community. To be consistent with the regional policy, the 2040 Apple Valley Trans- portation Plan includes the following elements: • An assignment of socio-economic forecasts (population, households, and employment) to traffic analysis zones (TAZs); • a street and highway plan that maps and de- scribes existing roads and planned improve- ments, analyzes traffic volumes, and address- es safety and capacity issues; • a bicycle and pedestrian plan; • a transit plan for facilities and service; and • an aviation plan that identifies aviation-related facilities and addresses airspace protections. Goals, Objectives, and Policies Transportation goals and policies reflect the vision for Apple Valley’s transportation system. These goals and policies help to guide future priorities and investment. They also provide a means to measure the performance of the transportation system over time, and as necessary an opportuni- ty to revise or supplement the desires of the com- munity. The goals and policies listed below are not ranked or presented in any order, importance, or need. Apple Valley Goals and Policies Goal 1. Continue to establish and maintain an interconnected affordable network of road- ways, transit service, bicycle trails and pe- destrian facilities between neighborhoods, recreational and community facilities, and commercial centers, as well as connections outside of Apple Valley to the interconnected Metropolitan Region. Policy 1.1 Work collaboratively with key stake- holders including Dakota County, Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce, and affected property owners on solutions that sustain, grow, unify and keep the downtown vital. Policy 1.2 Coordinate regional roadway preserva- tion improvements with other transportation sys- tem partners in the community, including: the Min- nesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT), Dakota County, Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA), and school transit providers. Policy 1.3 Look for opportunities with neighboring jurisdictions to enhance local street connectivity between communities. Also, utilize the Regional Bicycle Transportation Network (RBTN) to provide continuity across major barriers and between ju- risdictions for bicycle connectivity. Policy 1.4Prioritize investments in A-minor arte- rials that build, manage, or improve the system’s CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-3 ability to supplement the capacity of the principal arterial system. Goal 2. Integrate and achieve a balanced mix of all transportation modes. All transporta- tion projects within the city affect all modes of transportation. Consequently, all projects should be evaluated as to the impact on each mode. Policy 2.1 Utilize Complete Streets principles to meet the travel needs of pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit users. Policy 2.2 Promote design best practices, espe- cially in provided and improving facilities for bicy- clists and pedestrians, who are the most vulnera- ble users of the transportation system. Policy 2.3 Facilitate neighborhood pedestrian and bicycle connections to highway-oriented commer- cial districts. While also promoting safe pathways for pedestrians and bicyclists in parking lots and internal traffic circulation areas. Policy 2.4 Review new developments for adequa- cy of parking based upon need and the potential for joint use of parking facilities. Policy 2.5 Provide and protect efficient connec- tions from major freight facilities to the regional highway system. Goal 3. Protect investments in the transpor- tation system through strategic preservation, maintenance, and operation of system assets. Policy 3.1 Maintain pavement and permanent right-of-way fixtures associated with the local roadway, bridge, trail, and sidewalk system using routine inspections, maintenance programs, and improvement programs coordinated by the Apple Valley Public Works Department. Policy 3.2 Existing roadways should be upgraded when warranted by demonstrated volume, safety, or functional needs. Utilizing performance mea- sures to catalog system deficiencies and identify- ing the level of satisfaction experienced by users of the transportation system. Policy 3.3 Protect and strengthen the role of the regional transportation system to provide secure and effective emergency response to serious inci- dents and threats through transportation improve- ments and municipal policy. Policy 3.4 Invest in transportation improvements that will attract and retain businesses and workers within Apple Valley, and pursue design alterna- tives that reflect the values of its citizens. Goal 4. Improve the functionality and safety of the transportation system as a whole. Policy 4.1 Reduce travel demand by encouraging programs that provide alternatives to single occu- pant vehicles. Work with businesses and devel- opers during the plan review process to plan for multimodal strategies and options. Policy 4.2 Coordinate with regional governments, transit agencies, and rideshare programs to cap- ture the environmental and social costs of com- muting and incentivize alternatives to single-occu- pancy vehicle trips. Goal 5. Work with local entities to continue to enhance transit usage in Apple Valley while providing linkages both locally and regionally via transit. Policy 5.1 Continue to work with MVTA to de- termine future transit services consistent with the city’s transit market and its associated service standards and strategies. Policy 5.2 The city will develop a transportation system that is cost-feasible, where expenditures satisfy a public transportation policy. Policy 5.2 Provide trail connections to transit fa- cilities. Goal 6. Ensure the Apple Valley transportation system is resilient, sustainable, and able to evolve with societal advancements and chang- es, safeguarding investments for many years to come. Policy 6.1 Consider opportunities to improve the city’s intelligent transportation system (ITS) infra- structure to be prepared to potentially support au- tonomous and connected vehicles (AV/CV) in the future. Policy 6.2 Utilize projects with significant invest- ments (i.e., construction and reconstruction proj- ects) to implement AV/CV technology. Policy 6.3 Mitigate impacts to the natural environ- ment and cultural resources when planning, con- structing, and operating transportation systems. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-4 Roadway System Roadway Jurisdictional Classification System Jurisdiction over Apple Valley’s roadway system is divided among the state, county, and city. The system includes the interstate and Trunk Highway (TH) system, managed by MnDOT, and the Coun- ty State Aid Highway (CSAH) and County Road system, managed by Dakota County. All remaining public streets and roadways are the city’s respon- sibility. Roadway jurisdiction is based on several factors, including the following: • Length of road/length of trip served; • Connections to roads of similar jurisdiction level; • Average daily traffic; • Functional classification; and • Special facilities served. In general, the following relationships are ob- served and are depicted on Figure 1: • Roadways that serve regional, inter-county or statewide transportation needs are typically owned and maintained by the State (MnDOT). • Roadways that serve inter-city and sub-re- gional needs generally qualify as CSAHs or county roads and are owned and maintained by Dakota County. • Roadways that primarily serve local transpor- tation needs are owned and maintained by the City of Apple Valley. Metropolitan Highway System Roadways within Apple Valley that are under Mn- DOT’s jurisdiction include: • Interstate 35E; and • TH 77 County Road System In addition to the metropolitan highway system, most of the city’s main transportation corridors are part of the county highway system. Roadways within Apple Valley that are under Dakota County jurisdiction include: • CSAH 11; • CSAH 23 (Cedar Avenue); • CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road); • CSAH 33 (Diamond Path); • CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road); • CSAH 42 (150th Street); and • CSAH 46 (160th Street). Local Street System The city’s remaining public streets and roadways constitute the local city street system. Roadway Functional Classification System The purpose of a functional classification sys- tem is to create a hierarchy of roads that collects and distributes traffic from neighborhoods to the county and state highway systems in as efficient a manner as possible. Roads are placed into func- tional categories based on the degree to which they provide access to adjacent land or provide mobility to through traffic. Ideally, roads are de- signed to perform a designated function and are located to best serve the type of travel needed. Transportation issues arise when roadway design is inconsistent with the functional demands im- posed on the roadway. The functional classification system used in the City of Apple Valley is like that of the Metropolitan Council except for the minor collector designation which is currently not reflected on the Metropolitan Council network but is part of the city’s system. This designation is proposed to be added to the Metropolitan Council’s system as documented lat- er in this chapter. Apple Valley’s functional classifi- cation system, as currently recognized by the Met- ropolitan Council (illustrated on Figure 3), includes the following four primary categories: • Principal Arterials • Minor Arterials (A Minor and Other Arterials) • Major Collectors • Local Streets CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-5 Figure 1. Jurisdictional Classification CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-6 The A Minor/Other Arterials and Major/Minor Col- lector designations were adopted by the Metropol- itan Council as a means for identifying roadways which are oriented toward mobility or through-trips (A-Minor and Major Collectors) versus those that are oriented more toward accessibility or land ac- cess (Other Arterials or Minor Collectors). Figure 2 depicts the relationship between land access and mobility and how the different classifications of roads provide varying degrees of mobility ver- sus land access. Table 1 details criteria for road- way functional classification per the Metropolitan Council’s classification system. Figure 2. Roadway Access and Mobility Relationship CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-7 Figure 3. Existing Functional Classification CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-8 Table 1. Roadway Functional Classification Criteria Criteria Type of Structure Storage Capacity (Gallons)Available/Usable Storage Ca- pacity (Gallons) Place Connec- tions Connect regional job concentrations and freight terminals within the urban service area. Provide supplementary connections between regional job concentrations, local centers, and freight terminals within the urban service area. Connect neighborhoods and centers within the urban service area. Connect blocks and land par- cels within neighborhoods and within commercial or industrial developments. Spacing Urban communities: 2 – 3 miles Suburban communities: Spacing should vary in relation to development density of land uses served, 2 – 6 miles Regional job concentrations: 1/4 – 3/4 mile Urban communities: 1/2 – 1 mile Suburban communities: 1 – 2 miles Job concentrations: 1/8 – 1/2 mile Urban Communities: 1/4 – 3/4 mile Suburban Communities: 1/2 – 1 mile As needed to access land uses System Connec- tions To Interstate freeways, other principal arteri- als, and select A-minor arterials. Connections between principal arterials should be of a design type that does not require vehicles to stop. Inter- sections should be limited to 1-2 miles. To most interstates, principal arterials, other minor arterials, collectors and some local streets To minor arterials, other col- lectors, and local streets. To a few minor arterials. To collectors and other local streets. Trip-Making Trips greater than 8 miles with at least 5 contin- uous miles on principal arterials. Express and highway bus rapid transit trips Medium-to-short tips (2-6 miles depend- ing on development density) at moderate speeds. Longer trips accessing the prin- cipal arterial network. Local, limited-stop, and arterial bus rapid transit trips. Short trips (1-4 miles depending on development density) at low-to-moderate speeds. Short trips (under 2 miles) at low speeds, including bicycle and pedestrian trips. Longer trips accessing the collector and arterial network. Service Emphasis is on mobility for longer trips rather than direct land access. Little or no direct land access within the urbanized area. Emphasis on mobility for longer trips rather than on direct land access. Direct land access limited to concentrations of activity including regional job concentrations, local centers, freight terminals, and neighbor- hoods. To collectors and other local streets. Emphasis on land access, not on mobility. Direct land access predominantly to residential land uses. Mobility vs. Land Access 5-10%10-15% Equal emphasis on mobility and land access. Direct land access predominantly to de- velopment concentrations. 60-75% System Mileage 15-35%15-25%5-15%10-25% Percent of Vehicle Miles Traveled 5-10%10-15%5-15%60-75% Criteria 15-35%15-25%10-25%10-25% CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-9 Criteria Type of Structure Storage Capacity (Gallons)Available/Usable Storage Ca- pacity (Gallons) Intersections Grade separated desirable where appropriate. At a minimum, high-capacity controlled at-grade intersections Traffic signals, roundabouts, and cross-street stops Four-way stops and some traffic signals As required Parking None Restricted as necessary Restricted as necessary Permitted as necessary Large Trucks No restrictions Candidates for local truck network, large trucks restricted as necessary May be candidates for local truck network, large trucks restricted as necessary Permitted as necessary Management Tools Ramp metering, preferential treatment for transit, access control, median barriers, traffic signal progression, staging of reconstruction, intersection spacing Traffic signal progression and spacing, land access management/control, preferential treatment for transit Number of lanes, traffic signal timing, land access management Intersection control, cul-de- sacs, diverters Typical Average Daily Traffic Volumes 15,000-100,000+5,000-30,000+1,000-15,000+Less than 1,000 Posted Speed Limit 40-65 mph 30-45 mph 30-40 mph Maximum 30 mph Right-of-Way 100-300 feet 60-150 feet 60-100 feet 50-80 feet Transit Accom- modations Transit advantages that provide priority access and reliable movement for transit in peak peri- ods where possible and needed Transit advantages for reliable movement where needed. Regular-route buses, transit advantages for reliable movement, where needed Normally used as bus routes only in nonresidential areas Bicycle and Pedestrian Ac- commodations On facilities that cross or are parallel to the principal arterial, with greater emphasis along transit routes and in activity centers. Crossings should be spaced to allow for adequate crossing opportunities. On facilities that cross or are parallel to the minor arterial, with greater emphasis along transit routes and in activity centers. Crossings should be spaced to allow for adequate crossing opportunities. On, along, or crossing the collector with higher empha- sis along transit routes and in activity centers. Crossings should be spaced for ade- quate crossing opportunities. On, along, or crossing the local road Source: Metropolitan Council, 2040 Transportation Policy Plan, 2015 This table summarizes characteristics for existing roadways to be used in evaluating functional classification and should not be used as design guidelines. Table 1. Roadway Functional Classification Criteria CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-10 Principal Arterials Principal arterials are part of the metropolitan high- way system and provide high-speed mobility be- tween the Twin Cities and important locations out- side the metropolitan area. They are also intended to connect the central business districts of the two central cities with each other and with other re- gional business concentrations in the metropolitan area. Principal arterials are generally constructed as limited access freeways in the urban area, but may also be constructed as multiple-lane divided highways. Apple Valley is served by three principal arterials: I-35E, TH 77 (north of CSAH 42), and CSAH 42 (150th Street) (as shown in Figure 3). Table 2 provides an overview of the principal ar- terial roadways within Apple Valley. It identifies the number of travel lanes along with the existing (2014) traffic volumes for each principal arterial in the City. Table 2. Principal Arterial Summary Road- way From To Lanes 2014 Volume Inter- state 35E CSAH 11 Trunk High- way 77 2 9300 TH 77 (Cedar Avenue) I-35E Palomino Drive 6 76,000 Palomino Drive CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road) 5 70,000 CSAH 38 (McAn- drews Road) 138th Street 5 55,000 138th Street CSAH 42 (150th Street) 6 45,400 CSAH 42 (150th Street) West City Limits CSAH 23 (Cedar Avenue) 4 31,000 CSAH 23 (Cedar Avenue) Galaxie Avenue 4 34,500 Galaxie Avenue Johnny Cake Ridge Road 4 34,500 Johnny Cake Ridge Road CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road) 4 28,000 CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road) East City Limits 4 19,000 Source: MnDOT, Metropolitan Council, SRF Consulting Group, Inc. Minor Arterials Minor arterials are intended to connect important locations inside and outside of the city. They gener- ally connect to principal arterials or other minor ar- terials or collectors. While there is generally more access to minor arterials than principal arterials, the emphasis is still on mobility. Major business concentrations and other important traffic genera- tors are commonly located on minor arterials. The Metropolitan Council has identified minor arteri- als that are of regional importance because they relieve traffic on the principal arterials or substi- tute for principal arterials when necessary. These roads have been labeled as Minor arterials and categorized into four types: Relievers, Expanders, Connectors, and Augmenters. • A Minor – Relievers are roadways that provide direct relief for traffic on major metropolitan highways (principal arterials). • A Minor – Expanders are routes that provide a way to make connections between developing areas outside the interstate ring. • A Minor – Connectors are roadways that pro- vide good, safe connections among town cen- ters. • A Minor – Augmenters are roadways that aug- ment principal arterials within the interstate ring. Within Apple Valley, the following roadways are classified as “A” minor arterials: • CSAH 11 – Expander CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-11 • CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road) – Expander • CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road) – Expander • CSAH 23 (Cedar Avenue: south of CSAH 42) – Expander • CSAH 46 (160th Street) – Expander There is one “Other” arterial roadway within Apple Valley that runs north-south through the City: • CSAH 33 (Diamond Path) Tables 3 and 4 provide an overview of the minor arterials within Apple Valley. Table 3. A Minor Arte- rial (Expander) Summary Table 3. A Minor Arterial (Expander) Summary Roadway From To Lanes 2014 Volume CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road) West City Limits Garden View Drive 4 7,700 Garden View Drive Pennock Avenue 4 10,800 Pennock Avenue Trunk Highway 77 4 11,400 Trunk Highway 77 Galaxie Avenue 4 17,900 Galaxie Avenue Johnny Cake Ridge Road 4 14,600 Johnny Cake Ridge Road Everest Trail 4 11,300 Everest Trail CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road)4 9200 CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road)East City Limits 2 9300 CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road) Northern City Limits CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road)4 20,500 CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road)CSAH 33 (Diamond Path)4 17,500 CSAH 33 (Diamond Path)140th Street 4-5 12,600 140th Street CSAH 42 (150th Street)4 18,900 CSAH 42 (150th Street)South City Limits 4 24,000 CSAH 11 I-35E Palomino Drive 4 21,200 Palomino Drive CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road)4 17,800 CSAH 23 (Cedar Avenue)CSAH 42 (150th Street)South City Limits 6 34,100 CSAH 46 (160th Street) West City Limits Garden View Drive 4 25,200 Garden View Drive CSAH 23 (Cedar Avenue)4 29,000 CSAH 23 (Cedar Avenue)Flagstaff Avenue 4 28,000 Flagstaff Avenue CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road)4 27,500 CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road)East City Limits 4 24,000 Source: MnDOT, Metropolitan Council, SRF Consulting Group, Inc. Table 4. “Other” Arterial Summary Roadway From To Lanes 2014 Volume CSAH 33 (Diamond Path) CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road) 140th Street 2 8,100 140th Street 145th Street 4 10,600 145th Street CSAH 42 (150th Street) 2 8,400 CSAH 42 (150th Street) Dodd Blvd 2 3,400 Dodd Blvd 155th Street 2 4,550 155th Street South City Limits 2 2,750 Source: MnDOT, Metropolitan Council, SRF Consulting Group, Inc. Collectors As noted previously, the Metropolitan Council’s functional classification system provides for two types of collector streets (Major and Minor), which provide a balance between land access and mo- bility and move local street traffic to the arterial roadway system. Major collector roadways are designed to serve shorter trips that occur primar- ily within the city, and collect and distribute traf- fic from neighborhoods and employment centers to the arterial system. These streets are typically CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-12 part of the city’s municipal state aid system. The city’s major collector system includes the following streets (as shown in Figure 3): • Galaxie Avenue; • 140th Street; • Garden View Drive (south of CSAH 38/McAn- drews Road); and • Johnny Cake Ridge Road (north of CSAH 42/150th Street). The number of travel lanes and existing (2014) traffic volumes for the city’s four major collectors are provided in Table 5. Minor collector roadways collect and distribute traf- fic from neighborhoods to the major collector and arterial networks. These roads are generally short- er and less continuous than major collectors, but serve to supplement those streets. These streets are typically part of the city’s municipal state aid system. As noted previously, the Metropolitan Council’s 2017 Functional Classification system does not identify any minor collector streets within the City of Apple Valley. Table 5. Major Collector Summary Roadway From To Lanes 2014 Volume 140th Street CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road)Garden View Drive 4 11,000 Garden View Drive CSAH 23 (Cedar Avenue)4 10,400 CSAH 23 (Cedar Avenue)Galaxie Avenue 4 17,900 Galaxie Avenue Johnny Cake Ridge Road 4 17,200 Johnny Cake Ridge Road CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road)4 15,400 CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road)142nd Path W 4 8,800 142nd Path W East City Limits 4 7,000 Garden View Drive CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road)140th Street 4 2,750 140th Street Walnut Lane 4 4,500 Walnut Lane CSAH 42 (150th Street)4-5 3,600 CSAH 42 (150th Street)Whitney Drive 4 4,650 Whitney Drive South City Limits 4 3,050 Galaxie Avenue North City Limits 127th Street W 2 3950 127th Street W CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road)2 6400 CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road)132nd Street 4 11,400 132nd Street 140th Street 4 11,700 140th Street CSAH 42 (150th Street)4-5 14,000 CSAH 42 (150th Street)153rd Street 4-5 13,600 153rd Street South City Limits 4-5 8,500 Johnny Cake Ridge Road North City Limits 125th Street W 3 6,800 125th Street W CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road)3 6300 CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road)132nd Street 4 9,000 132nd Street 140th Street 4 7,700 140th Street CSAH 42 (150th Street)4 7,500 Source: MnDOT, Metropolitan Council, SRF Consulting Group, Inc. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-13 Local Streets All other public and private streets within Apple Valley are classified as local streets. Local streets provide the highest level of direct access and car- ry the lowest traffic volumes at the lowest speeds. Recommended Changes to Functional Clas- sification System The functional classification system for roadways in the City of Apple Valley was reviewed to ensure appropriate network connectivity is maintained and for consistency with the functional classification criteria established by the Metropolitan Council. Based on this review, there are no recommended functional classification changes to the principal or minor arterial systems within the City of Apple Val- ley. Therefore, the functional classification system illustrated in Figure 4 is representative of future conditions for principal and minor arterial classifi- cations in the City of Apple Valley. Although there are no changes to the principal or minor arterial classifications, there are changes proposed to the collector/local functional classi- fications. The proposed changes are based on the Federal Highway Administration’s Functional Classification Manual criteria, Metropolitan Coun- cil guidance and several other factors, including: • Estimated trip length, • Trip type, • Connections to activity centers, • Spacing, • Continuity, • Mobility, • Accessibility, and • Speed Given these criteria, the following roadways are recommended to be reclassified from local streets per the Metropolitan Council’s 2017 Functional Classification system (as identified in Figure 3) to minor collectors. The minor collector designation acknowledges each of the roadways’ function of providing connections to major collectors and ar- terial routes while emphasizing land access over mobility. • Palomino Drive • 127th Street • Evermoor Parkway • 132nd Street • Ellice Trail • 142nd Street • Essex Avenue • 145th Street • 147th Street • 153rd Street CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-14 Figure 4. Recommended Future Functional Classification System CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-15 Planning Context – Studies, Projects, Issues The purpose of this section is to highlight the vari- ous roadway/corridor studies that have been con- ducted wholly or partially within Apple Valley since the 2009 Apple Valley Transportation Plan was completed. The descriptions highlight the issues and opportunities facing some of the key road- ways in the city. Dakota County 2030 Transportation Plan The Dakota County 2030 Transportation Plan (June 2012) identifies major transportation system investments and prioritizes the anticipated needs associated with preservation, management, re- placement, and transportation alternatives goals. The plan identifies two highways within the city that will likely exceed the six-lane divided highway capacity: CSAH 42 (Foliage Avenue to Hayes Av- enue) and CSAH 23 (TH 77 to 155th Street). The plan also notes that TH 77 (between CSAH 32 and 140th Street) is forecasted to experience a capaci- ty deficiency over the plan period assuming no ad- ditional highway improvements are made. County Highway 42 Study In 2017, Dakota County, together with Apple Valley and Burnsville, completed the County Highway 42 Pedestrian Study. This study assessed intersec- tion improvements and access intersection needs; and determined several intersection projects through the Capital Improvement Program Pro- cess as shown in the section below, Programmed or Planned Improvements. The study focuses on maintaining safety and mobility through necessary improvements at intersections along County Road 42. The study also recommends signal construc- tion projects to affect Apple Valley in 2019. The fol- lowing intersections with County Highway 42 were evaluated as part of the study: • Elm Drive, • Hayes Drive, • Redwood Drive, • Garden View Drive, • 147th Street, and • Pennock Avenue Orchard Place Land Use Concept In 2017 Apple Valley completed a concept study for the Orchard Place development located south of CSAH 42 and east of Flagstaff Avenue. This land use concept identifies the following land uses within the area: low and high density residential; commercial; office, and industrial. Planned land development and increased travel demand will at- tract additional traffic to the area. Thus, three im- portant local collector streets are planned for the area: • Johnny Cake Ridge Road will be extended from CSAH 42 to 157th Street. • 153rd Street will extend to the east and con- nect with 155th Street at Pilot Knob Road. • Local streets will be constructed to run north/ south and east/west to provide internal traffic circulation from 155th Street to Johnny Cake Ridge Road extensions. Downtown “Ring Route” The downtown area of Apple Valley is near Cedar Avenue and CSAH 42. The area has been desig- nated as the shopping, service and employment center of the community. Distinctive streetscape improvements were built in 1990 to allow local traffic to patronize local businesses. This is known as the downtown “ring route”. The city should ensure that the transportation el- ements in the downtown area continue to accom- modate existing and future travel demand to serve the community shopping and service needs of its residents due to its convenient location to Apple Valley residents, contribution to the city tax base, and its significance as an activity hub in the city. “Great Streets” Concept The Vision chapter of the Apple Valley Compre- hensive Plan states that the city should be a place of “great streets”. A great street extends beyond the street surface to the sidewalks and landscap- ing in the adjacent right-of-way. A great street provides for the safe and efficient movement of vehicles while encouraging travel by bicycles and pedestrians. A great street supports and enhanc- es land use. A great street adds to the quality of life and identity of Apple Valley. The street system CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-16 should be designed to avoid unintended traffic patterns and volumes. Therefore, the city should implement the “great streets” concept when plan- ning future improvements to transportation corri- dors such as CSAH 23 (Cedar Avenue), CSAH 42, and the Downtown Ring Route. Programmed or Planned Improvements Programmed improvements are those improve- ments that have been approved for implementa- tion with funding sources already identified. Pro- grammed improvements are identified in MnDOT’s Metro Capital Highway Investment Plan (CHIP), Metropolitan Council’s 2040 Transportation Policy Plan (TPP), Dakota County’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and the City of Apple Valley’s CIP. MnDOT • No projects identified within the City of Apple Valley Metropolitan Council • METRO Red Line Extension: 3-mile extension of the Red Line with plans to include 3 new stations from Apple Valley to Lakeville Dakota County • CSAH 33 (Diamond Path): Construction of a roundabout at the intersection of CSAH 33 (Diamond Path) and 140th Street (Apple Valley)/Connemara Trail (Rosemount) (time- frame: 2019-2022) • CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road): Conversion of existing two-lane roadway to a three-lane roadway with right-turn lanes at major inter- sections from CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road) in Apple Valley to TH 3 in Rosemount (time- frame: 2017-2018) • CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road): Construction of an Advanced Traffic Management System along CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road) from 170th Street in Lakeville to CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road) (timeframe: 2017-2018) • CSAH 38: Repair/replace deteriorating modu- lar block retaining walls along CSAH 38 (time- frame: 2021) • County Road 42: Replace/rebuild traffic con- trol signal systems along the intersections of County Road 42 and Hayes Avenue, South- cross Drive, Garden View Drive, Garrett Ave- nue and median/access modifications at Elm Drive and Redwood Drive (timeframe 2018- 2020) City of Apple Valley • Apple Valley 12th Addition (Redwood Drive Area): Street and Utility Reconstruction (time- frame: 2018) • Johnny Cake Ridge Road: Four Lane to three Lane Conversion and Street and Utili- ty Reconstruction from 140th Street to Falcon Ridge Trail (timeframe: 2019) • Cimarron & Surrey Trail Area: Street and Utili- ty reconstruction (timeframe: 2020) • Aple Valley 11th and 12th Addition (Ramsdell, Baldwin, Lowell Drive Area): Street and Utility reconstruction (timeframe: 2019) • 142nd Street from Pennock to Cedar: Street Reconstruction (timeframe: 2019) • 145th Street from Pennock to Cedar: Street Reconstruction (timeframe: 2021) • Pennock Lane from 140th to 145th Street: Street Reconstruction • Gardenview Drive: Street and Utility recon- struction (timeframe: 2020) • Hayes Road from 140th to 150th Street: Street Reconstruction (timeframe: 2022) • 157th Street from Cedar Avenue to Galaxie Avenue: Street Reconstruction (timeframe 2022) • Traffic Signal Reconstruction CSAH 42 and Elm Drive, Garden View Drive, Hayes Road and Pennock Avenue CSAH 11 and CSAH 38 and 140th Street • Traffic Signal Construction Johnny Cake Ridge Road and Upper 147th Street 132nd Street and Galaxie Avenue • Roundabout Construction 147th Street and Glazier Avenue CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-17 Coordination with Other Jurisdictions The City of Apple Valley should continue to coor- dinate with adjacent jurisdictions (i.e., Burnsville, Eagan, Rosemount, and Lakeville), Dakota Coun- ty, and MnDOT when planning future improve- ments. Coordination among jurisdictions provides opportunities for collaboration that could benefit all agencies and the public. This collaboration can result in financial and time savings through econo- mies of scale, as well as potentially reducing con- struction impacts to residents through the coordi- nation of projects. 2040 Forecast Traffic Volumes Year 2040 daily traffic volumes were developed by considering the historical traffic growth rates on each roadway in Apple Valley, the broader Met- ropolitan Council regional travel demand activi- ty-based model trends, and previously prepared forecasts for roadways in the area. In areas where land development is anticipated, the projected traf- fic volume was compared to generalized traffic trip rates for the development types and the traffic vol- umes adjusted as necessary. For documentation purposes, Figure 5 presents the roadway network and Transportation Analysis Zones for the City of Apple Valley contained in the Metropolitan Council regional travel demand model. Figure 6 presents the existing (2014) and forecast (2040) traffic vol- umes for all roadways within Apple Valley. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-18 Figure 5. Transportation Analysis Zones CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-19 Figure 6. Existing & Forecasted Traffic Volumes CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-20 Capacity Assessment As noted on the city’s website, the development of Apple Valley has included a well-planned system of streets that fulfill travel desires of residents and employees in the city. However, as the city nears full development, issues have arisen regarding roadway capacity and safety. To gain a clearer understanding of the primary areas of concern re- garding roadway capacity constraints, an assess- ment of the existing and forecast operational con- cerns through the community has been completed using the existing (2014) and 2040 traffic forecast data. Existing and Forecast Roadway Capacity De- ficiencies To assess capacity deficiencies, existing (2014) and forecast (2040) traffic volumes were reviewed, along with design capacity guidelines. For exam- ple, traffic operations data indicates that two-lane roadways begin to experience noticeable prob- lems once traffic volumes exceed approximately 10,000 trips per day. The capacity thresholds presented in Table 6 were used to identify segments of roadway that are ei- ther nearing capacity or exceeding capacity of the roadway type. Figures 7 and 8 illustrate the exist- ing (2014) and future (2040) capacity deficiencies within the community. Several segments of county facilities are currently experiencing and/or are pro- jected to experience capacity deficiencies. Exist- ing roadways that are near their design capacity include the following: • I-35E from west city limits (140th Street) to north city limits (TH 77) • CSAH 38 (McAndrew Road W) from CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road) to east city limits • CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road) from CSAH 38 (McAndrew Road W to north city limits • CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road) from 140th Street to south city limits • CSAH 42 (150th Street) from CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road) to west city limits • CSAH 46 (160th Street) from east city limits to west city limits • 140th Street from TH 77 to CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road) • Galaxie Avenue from 140th Street to 147th Street Some of these roadways are under Dakota Coun- ty jurisdiction and are major transportation corri- dors within the county highway system. Overall, the local roadway system within the city has been designed to serve local transportation needs. Conflicts can result when regional traffic uses local roads as alternative routes. The local roads used as relievers to the regional system are typically those that serve a collector roadway function. Residential property owners along these routes recognize the increase in traffic when con- gestion on the regional system occurs. This in- crease in traffic can create conflicts with those residential land uses. Although the city recognizes that collector roads may be used in this manner, some methods can be employed to discourage the use of these roadways by regional traffic. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-21 Table 6. Roadway Capacity Guidelines Facility Type From Under Capacity Near Capacity Over Capacity LOS A B C D E F 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.85 1.0 >1.0 Two-lane undivided urban 8,000 – 10,000 2,000 4,000 6,000 8,500 10,000 > 10,000 Two-lane undivided rural 14,000 – 15,000 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,750 15,000 > 15,000 Two-lane divided urban 14,000 – 17,000 3,400 6,800 10,200 14,450 17,000 > 17,000 (Three-lane)18,000 – 22,000 4,400 8,800 13,200 18,700 22,000 > 22,000 Four-lane undivided urban 24,000 – 28,000 5,600 11,200 16,800 23,800 28,000 > 28,000 Four-lane undivided rural 28,000 – 32,000 6,400 12,800 19,200 27,200 32,000 > 32,000 Four-lane divided urban 35,000 – 38,000 7,600 15,200 22,800 32,300 38,000 > 38,000 (Five-lane)45,000 9,000 18,000 27,000 38,250 45,000 > 45,000 Four-lane divided rural 60,000 – 80,000 16,000 32,000 48,000 68,000 80,000 > 80,000 Four-lane expressway rural 90,000 – 120,000 24,000 48,000 72,000 102,000 120,000 > 120,000 CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-22 Figure 7. Existing Roadway Deficiencies CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-23 Figure 8. Forecast Year 2040 Roadway Deficiencies CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-24 Safety Assessment In addition to capacity issues, roadway safety is a major concern and a priority for all jurisdictional levels. Crash locations and statistics for the city are recorded in MnDOT’s crash mapping software (MnCMAT). A five-year reporting period beginning January 1, 2011 and ending December 31, 2015 was utilized in this assessment. Reported crashes during this time-period are listed in Table 7. For more local context an additional five years of data was reviewed to determine the top 10 local inter- sections with issues, by frequency – summarized in Table 8. Most crashes occur along Pilot Knob Road/150th Street, Pilot Knob Road/CSAH 46 (160th Street), Cedar Avenue/150th Street and at County Road intersections. Since these are major county roads and highways, it is assumed that most of the crashes on these facilities occur during the morn- ing (6:00 a.m. - 10 a.m.) and evening (3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) rush hour periods when traffic volumes are higher and more conflicts occur. Overall, the crash frequency on local city streets is relatively moderate. A more rigorous investigation of crash rates, types, and severity for all the top crash locations in Apple Valley is suggested prior to drawing conclusions regarding appropriate cor- rective measures. As improvements in these corri- dors and intersections are considered, these safe- ty concerns should be explored more thoroughly. Table 7. Motor Vehicle Crashes in Apple Valley 2011 to 2015 Year Fatal Personal Injury Crashes Property Damage Total CrashesType A Incapacitating Injury Type B Non- Incapacitating Injury Type C Possible Injury 2011 2 8 33 163 327 533 2012 2 8 34 136 331 511 2013 1 4 27 128 366 526 2014 0 4 29 145 440 618 2015 2 6 28 130 369 535 Totals 7 30 151 702 1,833 2,723 Source: Apple Valley Table 8. Top 10 Local Intersection Crash Loca- tions in Apple Valley 2006-2015 (By Frequency of Crashes) Intersection Total Crashes 1.153rd Street and Garrett Avenue 60 2.140th Street and Galaxie Avenue 62 3.147th Street and Pennock Avenue 43 4.140th Street and Johnny Cake Ridge Road 37 5.147th Street and Galaxie Avenue 46 6.138th Street and Glendale Court 32 7.151st Street and Galaxie Avenue 30 8.157th Street and Galaxie Avenue 32 9.158th Street and Frisian Lane 12 10.158th Street and Galaxie Avenue / Garret Drive 12 Source: Apple Valley CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-25 Access Management Access management is an effort to maintain the effective flow of traffic and the safety of all roads while accommodating the access needs of adja- cent land. Successful access management re- quires cooperation between land use and transpor- tation interests to protect the public’s investment in roads. Principal arterials, minor arterials, and collector streets function best with proper access spacing. Access management reduces congestion and accidents; preserves road capacity; reduces travel time for the delivery of goods and services; provides easy movement to destinations; and pro- motes sustainable community development. In 2008, MnDOT developed access management guidelines for access spacing for use by local gov- ernments, as well as MnDOT roadway manage- ment. Dakota County has also identified access management guidelines in its 2025 Transportation Plan. Apple Valley will continue to observe these guidelines in its long-range transportation system planning and will work with these agencies to sup- port access management for the roadway network in Apple Valley. Tables 8 and 9 illustrate the applicable MnDOT and Dakota County access spacing guidelines adopted for use in Apple Valley’s Transportation System. Table 9. MnDOT Access and Signal Spacing Guidelines Intersection Spacing Functional Classifica- tion Primary Full Total Crashes Signal Spacing Example Corridors in Apple Valley Principal Arterials Interchange Access Only N/A Interstate 35E Principal Arterials Interchange Access Only Interim Minnesota Trunk Highway 77 (Full Grade Separation)1/4 mile 1/8 mile 1/4 mile CSAH 38 Minor Arterials 1/8 mile Not Applicable 1/4 mile 140th Street Source: MnDOT Office of Investment Management/Access Category System and Spacing Guidelines/January 2008 Table 9. Dakota County Access Management Guidelines Divided Highways Undivided Highways Functional Classification Principal Arterial Non-Principal Arterial Non-Principal Arterial Non-Principal Arterial Non-Principal Arterial Non-Principal Arterial 2025 Projected ADT All >35,000 15,000 to 35,000 15,000 to 22,000 <15,000 <3,000 Full Movement Public Street Intersections (a) ½ mile ½ mile ¼ mile (c)¼ mile (c)1/8 Mile (c), (d)(b), (d) Public Street Access (a)¼ mile (a)1.4 mile (a)1/8 mile Right-in/ Right-out only (c)N/A N/A N/A Source: MnDOT Office of Investment Management/Access Category System and Spacing Guidelines/January 2008 Roadway type refers to the anticipated cross section. Divided section must be in place for conditional intersection (right-in/right-out or ¾ intersection) to be built. (a) Median access points may be removed or modified to address safety and operational issues identified through engineering review. (b) Determined based on engineering review, judgment considering location, distance from other driveways, nearby intersections, align- ment with other access points, visibility and other operation/safety issues. (c) Multiple commercial access permitted. (d) Private residential or individual commercial access permitted. N/A – Not applicable to undivided roadway segments CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-26 Source: Dakota County 2025 Transportation Plan The city can control access onto local roadways. However, access onto other roadways becomes the responsibility of the state or county. Access onto local roadways is managed through local subdivision and zoning standards. When the city receives a development proposal that proposes access onto a roadway under the jurisdiction of the state or county, the city will coordinate the review of these proposals with the appropriate agencies. The city will also participate in the design process with the appropriate agency when roadways are proposed for construction or reconstruction to en- sure proper design and location of access points. Traffic Calming Traffic calming is the management of traffic to im- prove safety not only for vehicles, but other users of the roadway such as pedestrians and cyclists. Management techniques include the physical modification of the street to divert nonlocal traffic off local roadways and influence the behavior of drivers using the street, particularly to lower the vehicle speed. The objective is to achieve a traffic behavior pattern that is compatible with other ap- propriate street activities and adjacent land uses. Examples of traffic calming measures include narrow streets, roundabouts, medians, curb ex- tensions (bump-outs), crosswalks, and entry treatments. The city will review these techniques during the design process for local road construc- tion and reconstruction to determine if they are ap- propriate. Traffic calming measures will generally be considered for local streets only if: • The measure selected is consistent with the problem being addressed. • The measure will not divert traffic onto other local streets or degrade public safety. • State Aid Design Standards are met, if appli- cable. Right-of-Way Preservation There are many different techniques available to protect right-of-way corridors for future road im- provements. The basic approaches can be sum- marized as follows: • Land acquisition (purchase of easements, title purchase, and eminent domain). In general, land acquisition is an approach applied when specific improvements are eminent. The ap- plicability of acquisition is directly linked to the availability of funding. • Landowner agreements (development agree- ments, transferable development rights). Landowner agreements are often limited in ef- fectiveness when dealing with a large project area. They are applied on a parcel-by-parcel basis and are most effective when dealing with larger land holdings and when specific improvements are eminent. • Land use regulations (development exactions, setback ordinances, official map, subdivision regulations). Land use regulation techniques are facilitated through the comprehensive planning process. Certain regulations such as setback ordinances can be applied communi- ty-wide while others such as official maps are typically developed for individual corridors and require a more significant level of corridor defi- nition. • Access management (limiting curb cuts, re- verse lot frontage). Access management prin- cipals should be a centerpiece of any commu- nity’s transportation plan. To be successful, it is important that the guidelines are applied consistently and uniformly at the time platting occurs. In summary, the applicability of these options is dependent on many factors including available funding, the immediacy of development, and the timing of the need for the road improvements. Transit System As designated by the Metropolitan Council, Apple Valley is in the Metropolitan Transit Taxing District, and is composed of three Transit Market Areas: II, III, and Emerging Market Area IV. Market Area II features limited stop service to connect major des- tinations and a network of local routes with mod- erate level of service and frequency. Service op- tions for Transit Market Area III include peak-only express, small vehicle circulators, midday circu- lators, special needs paratransit (ADA, seniors), and ridesharing. Figure 10 illustrates current tran- sit system routes, stops, and support facilities in Apple Valley (described in greater detail in the CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-27 next section). Existing Transit System Bus Service Transit service in Apple Valley is provided by the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA). The MVTA is an independent transportation agency for the cities of Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Rose- mount and Savage formed under state legislation that allowed outer-ring suburbs to “opt-out” of cen- trally provided transportation services. The MVTA operates peak express service to downtown Min- neapolis and downtown St. Paul, local crosstown service, and reverse commute express services. MVTA currently operates several bus routes along Apple Valley’s principal and minor arterial routes. Current routes include 420 Local Flex Route, 440 Local Route, 442 Local Route, 476 Minneapolis Express, 477 Minneapolis Express, 478 Minne- apolis Express and 480 St. Paul Express Route. Bus service is more frequent during the A.M. and P.M. peak commute times, with only a few Express Routes offering trips in the middle of the day. Demand-Response Service Unique transit needs in the community are pre- sented by populations housed in group quarters and facilities that offer specialty care services for temporarily or permanently disabled populations and seniors. The transit needs of these popula- tions are varied and are typically provided by spe- cialized paratransit providers that offer express or demand-response services, such as the Metro Mobility program administered by the Metropolitan Council. Dial-a-ride service for seniors and per- sons with disabilities is also provided by Dakota Area Resources and Transportation for Seniors (DARTS). DARTS is a non-profit that provides demand responsive services for seniors among other social services. It is funded by Dakota Coun- ty, donations, and receives Performance Based Funding Grants from the Metropolitan Council. Transit Facilities Park and Ride MVTA operates three park and ride facilities in Ap- ple Valley where passengers may park their cars free of charge and board a bus, carpool or van- pool. The park and ride facilities include the Apple Valley Transit Station, the Palomino Hills Park & Ride Lot, and the 157th Street Station. Apple Valley Transit Station, established in 1998 and located on Cedar Avenue by 155th Street W, features 750 parking spaces both in structured and surface parking. The facility also includes an indoor climate-controlled waiting area, restrooms, and bike lockers and bike racks. Furthermore, the parking deck connects to a pedestrian bridge, which crosses over Cedar Avenue to a METRO Red Line station. Per Metro Transit’s 2016 Park and Ride System Report, the Apple Valley Transit Station is at capacity and relies on overflow lots to meet consumer demand. Bus routes 420, 440, 442, 475, 477, and 480 serve this station, as well as the METRO Red Line. Palomino Hills Park & Ride Lot opened in 1993 and is located just west of Cedar Avenue and south of Palomino Drive on Pennock Avenue. The park and ride facility features 318 parking spaces, a heated shelter, bike lockers, and a newspaper rack. The station predominantly serves residents in the northern part of Apple Valley. In the past five years, the Park and Ride experienced above 75 percent utilization; however, recently utilization fell below 60 percent. Bus routes 440, 476, 477 and 480 serve this park and ride facility. The 157th Street Station opened in 2006 and is located on Pilot Knob Road between CSAH 46 (160th Street) and 157th Street next to Quarry Point Park. This station features 250 parking spac- es, an indoor climate-controlled waiting area, a re- stroom and bike lockers. As shown in Table 10, the station experiences low park and ride utilization relative to previous years. The utilization may re- bound with the redevelopment of Orchard Place, located north of the station. Routes 477 and 479 serve the 157th Street Station. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-28 Table 10. Park & Ride Capacity and Usage 2013- 2016 Apple Valley Transit Station Palomino Park and Ride 157th Park and Ride Capacity 768 318 258 2013 Use 758 99%272 86%164 44% 2014 Use 818 107%250 79%32 12% 2015 Use 759 99%256 81%29 11% 2016 Use 767 99%188 59%18 7% Source: 2016 Park and Ride System Report (Jan 2017), 2015 Park and Ride System Report (Mar 2016), 2014 Park and Ride System Report (March 2015). Bus Stop and Stations Stations along the METRO Red Line feature in- door climate-controlled shelters with electronic signage displaying arrival times. All stations have a similar design featuring a sinuous roofline and large windows thus, visually uniform and easy to identify. Transit Advantages Bus-only shoulders allow buses to use the road- way shoulder to bypass automobiles that are in the general-purpose lanes. Implemented as part of the METRO Red Line project, the METRO Red Line now uses shoulders along Cedar Avenue in situations where the commuter traffic is slower than 35 miles an hour. Metro bypass allows a bus to enter the highway without waiting for metered passenger traffic. There is one meter bypass in Apple Valley, en- tering Cedar Avenue northbound from Palomino Drive. Travel Demand Management Travel demand management (TDM) is a set of techniques used to reduce peak period vehicle trips by shifting travelers from driving alone into shared ride arrangements or by encouraging al- ternative work arrangements, such as flextime and telecommuting, which remove trips from the peak travel times. Travel demand management techniques are best implemented through a part- nership of cities, regional and state agencies, and employers to encourage travelers to change their behavior through incentives, enhanced services, and high occupancy facilities. Ridesharing is a travel demand management tool being used in Apple Valley to include Metro Com- muter Services, which provides carpool-matching services to employers and individuals. The city supports travel demand management to alleviate congestion on roadways within the city. The city will encourage transit-friendly design and employer participation in travel demand manage- ment in the development review process. The city will work with businesses within the community to encourage the development of voluntary trav- el demand management programs. Development plans will also be reviewed to ensure transit is ac- commodated where it is feasible. Programmed or Planned Improvements METRO Red Line Programmed improvements associated with the METRO Red Line include an initial study for the Palomino Station. The station design is confront- ed by space constraints largely caused by the Ce- dar Avenue entrance and exit ramps at Palomino Drive/127th Street West. To remediate the current space limitations, an alternative design that in- cludes removing the entrance and exit ramps was explored in the Cedar Avenue Corridor Transitway Implementation Plan Update (2015). The design would to create enough space for the METRO Red Line to safely reach stations and create more parking spaces to supplement increased use at Palomino Park and Ride. The expansion may include as many as 700 new, dedicated spaces to support ridership at the Pal- omino METRO Red Line Station. The expansion is in response to a market study that showed the need for more park and ride opportunities in the northern part of Apple Valley in 2011. There has been difficulty acquiring land near the 140th Street and 147th Street Stations to support a park and ride. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-29 Park and Ride Facilities Programmed improvements associated with the METRO Red Line include a study of parking ex- pansion at the Palomino Park and Ride with a newly designed station, described in detail in the previous section. The 157th Street Park and Ride will need to be monitored for performance and adequacy as Or- chard Place fills with new development. Apple Valley Transit Station currently has 750 parking spaces in both structured and surface parking. Due to consistent peak capacity, expan- sion may be warranted. Future Transit Opportunities The City of Apple Valley may directly work with MVTA and DARTS to influence the decisions of these organizations. They city may also weigh in on the planning and management of the METRO Red Line. The city should continue to fully engage the decision-making processes within these orga- nizations and programs to ensure an effective and high-level transit service in the city. With the redevelopment at Orchard Place and welcoming of hundreds of new jobs, there should be a focus on inviting large employers to engage in TDM measures. Employers can assist with tran- sit promotion and transit alternatives, like carpool- ing. Along this line, the city staff can connect em- ployers, especially new firms, to the planning and services offered by MVTA and DARTS. Collabo- ration between employers and transit providers may include better facilities and reverse commute options, among others. A call for higher density housing within a half-mile of a station and corridor-wide station area plan- ning is included in the Cedar Avenue Corridor Transitway Implementation Plan Update. To help guide transit oriented development near stations, Apple Valley can complete station area plans. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-30 Figure 9. Existing Transit Service CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-31 Pedestrian and Bicycle Facili- ties Increasingly, pedestrian and bicyclist facilities in the city are serving the dual role of providing recre- ational value as well as viable options for commut- ers (for work or shopping). A detailed discussion of pedestrian and bicycle facilities, along with the long-range planning for these facilities in relation- ship to the community’s recreational assets, can be found in the Parks and Active Living chapter of the Apple Valley Comprehensive Plan. The expansion of commuter pedestrian and bi- cyclist use is expected into the future with the expansion of transit facilities and expected con- tinued increases in automobile use costs. Thus, pedestrian and bicyclist system improvements will need to focus on enhancing connections between neighborhoods and the primary roadway system and the commercial areas of the City. Bicycle and pedestrian accessibility to existing and planned transit corridors and transit facilities will be greatly enhanced within Apple Valley with the Cedar Avenue BRT Improvements. As pre- viously noted, BRT offers passengers the option to bring a bicycle along to complete their trip to a nearby destination. Furthermore, the Draft Dako- ta County Transit Plan notes that, “The condition of [bike and pedestrian trails] within a half-mile around a transit station or stop can have a high impact on the user friendliness and access to tran- sit services.” 2010 BikeWalk Apple Valley In 2010, the City of Apple Valley produced Bike- Walk Apple Valley, a trail and sidewalk plan de- signed to inform and improve alternative trans- portation and multimodal connectivity. BikeWalk Apple Valley assessed the existing gaps within the network and offered recommendations. The following priority areas were included as part of the BikeWalk Apple Valley Plan: Southwest Apple Valley, Downtown, and East Central Apple Valley. Regional Bicycle Transportation Net- work (RBTN) The RBTN was developed as an outcome to the Regional Bicycle System Study and serves as a framework of designated regional corridors and alignments and defines critical bicycle transporta- tion links to help municipalities guide their bikeway planning and development. The RBTN is subdi- vided into two tiers for regional planning and in- vestment prioritization: 1. Tier 1 – Priority Regional Bicycle Transpor- tation Corridors and Alignments. These cor- ridors and alignments have been determined to provide the best transportation connectivity to regional facilities and developed areas, and are given the highest priority for transportation funding. 2. Tier 2 - Regional Bicycle Transportation Net- work Corridors and Alignments. These corri- dors and alignments are the second highest priority for funding. They provide connec- tions to regional facilities in neighboring cities, and serve to connect priority regional bicycle transportation corridors and alignments. The Tier 1 Corridors and Alignments in Apple Val- ley primarily follow a north-south orientation. They include connections along Flagstaff Avenue and Johnny Cake Ridge Road, and also Cedar Avenue south of CSAH 42 (see Figure 11). The Tier 2 Corridors and Alignments intersect the city primarily east-west along CSAH 42 (150th Street W), and CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road) (see Figure 10). CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-32 Figure 10. Existing Pedestrian and Bicycle System CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-33 Aviation The City of Apple Valley does not have public air- port facilities within its jurisdiction. However, the city is located south of the Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) International Airport, which is owned and operated by the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC). The city is located outside of the desig- nated Airport Influence Area for MSP. The MAC opened an 8,000-foot north-south runway (Run- way 17/35) on October 27, 2005 which distributes arriving and departing aircraft in airspace over Apple Valley. Apple Valley’s distance from MSP buffers it from being included in the MAC’s 2007 noise policy area as well as, the MAC’s most re- cent noise contour study completed in 2016. Airspace Protection According to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and MnDOT Aeronautics safety standards, any applicant who proposes to construct a structure 200 feet above the ground level must get appropri- ate approval. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires the FAA Form 7460-1 “Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration”, under code of federal regulations CFR-Part 77, be filed for any proposed structure or alteration that exceeds 200 feet. FAA Form 7460-1 can be obtained from FAA headquarters and regional offices. These forms must be submitted 30 days before alteration/construction begins or the construc- tion permit is filed, whichever is earlier. MnDOT must also be notified (see MnDOT Rules Chapter 8800). The MSP airport/community zoning board’s land use safety zoning ordinance should also be considered when reviewing construction in the city that raises potential aviation conflicts. The City of Apple Valley zoning ordinance does not permit buildings to be constructed to a height of 200 feet or taller, nor do any buildings exceed that height now. City of Apple Valley Ordinance Section 155.385, Towers and Antennas Site Design and Mainte- nance, controls the development and construction of objects affecting navigable airspace including construction exceeding 200 feet. Currently the tallest structure in the City is a 150-foot communi- cations tower located on private property. Aviation Support Facilities – FAA Ra- dar Dome An FAA Long-Range Radar facility is located at 13591 Harwell Path, Apple Valley. The radar was constructed in 1958 before the surrounding resi- dential area was built up around it. There are no current land use conflicts between the radar facili- ty and the neighboring residential area. Special Purpose Facilities – Seaplane Lake Lake Alimagnet is designated in Minnesota State Rules Chapter 8800.2800 as authorized for pur- poses of safe seaplane use. Lake Alimagnet is ap- proximately 100 acres in size with adjacent land uses including parks around the west, south and southwest sides, and residential uses along the east side of the lake. Figure 13 shows the location of Lake Alimagnet. Figure 12 shows the location of the FAA Radar Dome and Lake Alimagnet. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-34 Figure 11. Aeronautics CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-35 Freight and Heavy Commercial Vehicles According to a recent report prepared by MnDOT entitled “Trucks and Twin Cities Traffic Manage- ment”, one of the top-ranking strategies to reduce congestion for trucks traveling within and through the Twin Cities is to provide design guidance to local governments for accommodating trucks on local roads. A copy of the 2005 technical report is available on the MnDOT web site at: http://www. dot.state.mn.us/ofrw/PDF/trucksTCTM2005_21. pdf. This strategy was adopted by MnDOT and includes ongoing guidance updates and training. The guidance is intended to help local govern- ments identify locations where land uses currently (or are likely to) generate heavy truck movements, present unique traffic control needs, and demon- strate concerns for local street pavement and geometric design to accommodate heavy truck di- mensions and weight. The guidance can be used to improve truck, motorist, and non-motorized ve- hicle safety and traffic flow. Typical examples include driveways or approach- es to loading zones for retail stores or industrial buildings where inadequate maneuvering and turning space causes safety conflicts between the rear tires of an off-track trailer and the access way it is intended to use. Pedestrians approaching a driveway intersection on a sidewalk may not sus- pect a truck’s approaching off-tracked rear tires. In addition, damages to public infrastructure can also result (broken curbs and landscaping destruction). Inadequate truck queuing can also be a problem, requiring temporary on-street parking. An assessment of industrial and commercial truck ingress/egress areas in Apple Valley should be performed for properties where such issues have been observed for reasons associated with safety, operational efficiencies, and infrastructure preser- vation. In addition, the MnDOT guidance will pro- vide support to the City of Apple Valley in conduct- ing site plan reviews for new developments and/or redevelopments. Figure 12 shows the existing freight network and the impact of Heavy Commercial Average Annual Daily Traffic (HCAAT) volumes on the Apple Valley roadway network. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-36 Figure 12. Existing Freight and Heavy Commercial System CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-37 Transportation Plan Recom- mendations This section summarizes the improvements iden- tified through this transportation planning process. With the implementation of these recommenda- tions the city’s transportation system will be able to effectively and safely accommodate anticipated growth and the needs of its residents, employers, and prospective developers. The specific timing of the recommendations will be defined based on available funding, continued coordination with the City’s partners (Dakota County, MnDOT, and neighboring communities), and through the devel- opment of future Capital Improvement Programs. Roadway Network Recommendations Several roadway improvements have been iden- tified. The recommendations are organized by those that have been programmed (funded) and those that should be implemented in the future as issues arise. Programmed Improvements (funded) • Construction of a roundabout at the intersec- tion of CSAH 33 (Diamond Path) and 140th Street with Dakota County. • Convert CSAH 38 (McAnrews Road) from 2-lane roadway to a 3-lane roadway with right turn lanes at major intersections from CSAH 31 (Pilot Knob Road) to TH 3 in Rosemount with Dakota County. • Convert Johnny Cake Ridge Road from 4-lane roadway to a 3-lane roadway with right turn lanes at major intersections from CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road) to 140th Street. • Traffic Signals Traffic Signal Reconstruction at CSAH 42 and Hayes Avenue Traffic Signal Reconstruction at CSAH 42 and Garden View Drive Traffic Signal Reconstruction at CSAH 42 and Pennock Avenue Traffic Signal Reconstruction at CSAH 42 and Elm Drive Traffic Signal Reconstruction at CSAH 42 and Southcross Drive Traffic Signal Reconstruction at CSAH 42 and Garrett Avenue Traffic Signal Construction at Johnny Cake Ridge Road and Upper 147th Street Traffic Signal Construction at Galaxie Avenue and 132nd Street Median/Access Modification at Elm Drive and Redwood Drive Planned Improvements (non-funded) • Extend Johnny Cake Ridge Road (from Coun- ty Road 42 to 157th Street). • Extend 153rd Street to the east to connect with 155th Street at Pilot Knob Road. • Roundabout at 153rd and Johnny Cake Ridge Road • Roundabouts at 148th and 149th and Johnny Cake Ridge Road • Dodd Boulevard – from 155th Street to County Road 33/Diamond Path. These roadways should be monitored over time to ensure no significant congestion issues develop. Furthermore, in recognition of increasing opera- tional and safety issues associated with the lane drop on northbound Cedar Avenue at 138th Street, the City strongly encourages MnDOT to construct a third traffic lane north from 138th Street. This City has identified this as a priority issue to ad- dress in the near future. Safety Improvements The following City street intersections should be monitored over time to determine whether safety concerns increase and intersection improvements should be pursued: • 140th Street/Galaxie Avenue; • 147th Street/Galaxie Avenue; • 157th Street/Galaxie Avenue; • 153rd Street/Garrett Avenue; and • 147th Street/Foliage Avenue. • Galaxie Avenue at Greenleaf School Pedestri- an Improvements (HAWK Signal) Specific recommendations at these intersections will be identified after a more rigorous investiga- CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-38 tion of crash rates, types, and severity is conduct- ed at each location. Transit Service Recommendations The primary transit improvement recommenda- tions are listed below. • Construct a 3-mile extension of the METRO Red Line BRT system to include 3 new sta- tions from Apple Valley to Lakeville. • Construct new park-and-ride facilities at 140th Street and 147th Street and expand the exist- ing facilities at the Palomino Hills Park-and- Ride and the Apple Valley Transit Station and Park-and-Ride. • Coordinate with the MVTA regarding future “crosstown” transit routes along County Road 42 and County Road 46 and expanded north- south transit service along County Road 31 (Pilot Knob Road). • In addition, the City should continue its pro- active planning efforts with respect to transit oriented development to support the Red Line BRT system. Pedestrian and Bicyclist Facility Rec- ommendations To attain a pedestrian and bicyclist system that best addresses the changing needs of the resi- dents, the City will need to continue pursuing op- portunities for system enhancements. Potential opportunities include: • Focusing on the pedestrian and bicycle needs during the development of roadway improve- ment projects; and • Ensuring future development and redevelop- ment in the City accommodates both the rec- reational aspects of pedestrian and bicycle use and the increasing commuter use to in- clude addressing the need for enhanced ame- nities such as bike racks, bike lockers, and bike lanes in and around shopping areas and transit stations. • Continue to connect “gaps” in sidewalk and trail networks • Construction of Trails along the following roadways South side of 140th Street from Gal- axie Avenue to Cedar Avenue South side of CSAH 38 (McAndrews Road) from Galaxie Avenue to Gar- denview • Work with Dakota County to continue to build the North Creek Greenway in accordance with the approved Master Plan . CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-1 9. Water Resources The future prosperity of Apple Valley depends on wise water management. A sustainable quantity and quality of water re- sources is an essential part of the City’s quality of life, and is vital for growth and development to occur. The Water Resourc- es chapter provides a framework for managing three aspects of the municipal water system: • Surface Water Management • Sanitary Sewer • Water Supply The Surface Water Management Plan (Page 9-2) serves as a guide for managing the surface water system, including lakes, ponds, wetlands, and the City’s stormwater system, which conveys runoff from the landscape to receiving waters down- stream. The Sanitary Sewer section (Page 9-7) conforms with the Twin Cities regional 2040 Water Resources Policy Plan, en- suring that Apple Valley will have sufficient wastewater capac- ity to serve future growth, and that adequate wastewater infra- structure will be available in the locations that are planned for development. This section serves as an inventory of the City’s sanitary trunk facilities and a guide for completing the few re- maining trunk sewer sections. The Water Supply section (Page 9-20) guides the construction, operation, and maintenance of the municipal water system, so that Apple Valley will have a safe, clean supply of drinking water now and in the future. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-2 Surface Water Management SWMP Purpose and Scope The City’s 2018-2027 SWMP is the third iteration of the City’s SWMP and replaces the previous SWMP adopted by the City in 2008. The purpose of the SWMP is to provide a framework and ref- erence for protecting, preserving, and managing the City surface water resources and stormwater management system. The SWMP is a local wa- ter management plan prepared in accordance with Minnesota Statute 103B.235 and Minnesota Rules 8410. According to statute, the purposes of these water management programs are to: • Protect, preserve, and use natural surface and groundwater storage and retention systems; • Minimize public capital expenditures needed to correct flooding and water quality problems; • Identify and plan for means to effectively pro- tect and improve surface and groundwater quality; • Establish more uniform local policies and of- ficial controls for surface and groundwater management; • Prevent erosion of soil into surface water sys- tems; • Promote groundwater recharge; • Protect and enhance fish and wildlife habitat and water recreational facilities; and • Secure the other benefits associated with proper management of surface and ground water. The SWMP was developed consistent with the guidance from the Metropolitan Council, and WMOs with jurisdiction in the City, including the Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Organi- zation (VRWJPO) and the Black Dog Watershed Management Organization (BDWMO). The City’s SWMP includes the following content: • Executive Summary summarizing the signifi- cant elements of the SWMP • Introduction describing the purpose and de- velopment of the SWMP • Land and Water Resources Inventory describ- ing the physical conditions in the City • Assessment of Issues and Opportunities • Stormwater System Analysis including water quality and hydrologic and hydraulic modeling • Goals and Policies • Implementation Program Existing System The SWMP includes an inventory of the surface water resources and stormwater management infrastructure located within the City. The City is subdivided into seven major drainage areas in- cluding three drainage areas within the jurisdiction of the BDWMO and four drainage areas within the jurisdiction of the VRWJPO. The City subdivided these drainage areas into subwatersheds for wa- ter resource management and planning purposes, including hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality modeling. The subwatershed divides shown in Figure Figure 4.2 of the Surface Water Manage- ment Plan were determined by local topography and the layout of the City’s stormwater system. Major elements of the City’s stormwater system are also shown in Figure Figure 4.1 of the Surface Water Management Plan, including: • Location and names of designated stormwa- ter ponds and lakes • Boundaries of major and minor watersheds • Stormwater trunk lines connecting the pond- ing areas • Forcemains with flow direction and pipe sizes • Stormwater structure locations • Locations where stormwater from the City’s storm drainage system is discharged to an adjacent community As part of SWMP development, the City updated hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality modeling for the majority of the drainage areas in the City. Additional information is included in Section 4 of the SWMP. 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Footer: ArcGIS 10.4.1, 2018-04-06 14:58 File: I:\Client\AppleValley_MN\Work_Orders\23191345_AppleValley_SWMP\Maps\Reports\SWMP\Figure_2_13_Storm_Drainage_System.mxd User: EMASTORM DRAINAGE SYSTEM SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN Apple Valley, MN FIGURE 4-1 0 1,000 2,000 3,000 Feet !;N !(Storm Manholes ")Storm Catch Basin ")Lift Station ¢Flow Direction Arrow Existing Forcemain Existing Storm Sewer Storm Basins Municipal Boundary Major Subwatersheds Alimagnet Lake Black Dog East Vermillion River Keller Lake Lac Lavon West Vermillion River 1 inch = 3,000 feet Source: City of Apple Valley CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-5 Issues and Opportunities Section 3 of the SWMP summarizes City-wide and specific water resource issues. The issues dis- cussed in Section 3 of the SWMP are organized into the following topic areas: • Water quality (including stormwater runoff water quality, MPCA impaired waters, total maximum daily load studies, waterbody clas- sification and water quality goals, water qual- ity BMP maintenance, and other water quality issues) – Much of the City’s storm drainage planning efforts were made during a time when flood protection was a top priority and the impacts of stormwater runoff on water quality were not fully recognized. Much of the existing water quality degradation is direct- ly related to a largely irreversible stormwater system configuration that routes runoff from urbanized areas through the City’s natural wa- ter resources. Some of the most challenging issues facing the City include the manage- ment of stormwater quality and the water qual- ity of downstream water resources. • Water quantity and flood risk reduction (including floodplain management, hydrolog- ic and hydraulic modeling, and discussion of select local flooding issues) – Many of the most significant historical flooding issues have been addressed by the City. However, devel- opment, redevelopment, and changing precip- itation patterns place increasing stress on ag- ing stormwater infrastructure. The hydrologic and hydraulic modeling included in the SWMP identified areas where the City will focus its flood risk reduction efforts. • Wetland management (including wetland and shoreland buffers, aquatic invasive spe- cies, and wetland classification and inventory) – Diverse wetland systems are critical com- ponents of a healthy hydrologic system. Tools to inventory, assess, and regulate wetlands are needed to minimize the negative effects of land development and other human activities in wetlands. • Groundwater management – Consumptive use of groundwater places increased pres- sure on the bedrock aquifers that the City re- lies upon for drinking water. In addition, devel- opment results in larger impervious areas and more compacted soils, decreasing opportuni- ties for infiltration and recharge. • Erosion and sediment control – Increased sedimentation resulting from urban develop- ment may negatively impact water quality, fish and wildlife habitat, and aesthetics. Sed- iment deposition can also wholly or partially block culverts, manholes, and other stormwa- ter facilities, increasing flood risk and requir- ing more frequent maintenance of the City’s stormwater system. The issues listed above are described in greater detail in Section 3 of the SWMP. Section 3 of the SWMP also describes opportunities for the City to address these issues. These opportunities, gener- ally, include: • Cooperation with watershed management or- ganizations (and/or state agencies) • Partnerships with neighboring cities • Coordination of stormwater management im- provements with redevelopment • Implementation of low impact development (LID) practices • Coordination of stormwater management im- provements with other City programs (e.g., pavement management, park improvements) Goals and Policies The City developed a number of goals and policies to proactively manage stormwater and surface water resources within the City. The goals and pol- icies are designed to continue to improve the qual- ity and effectiveness of water resource planning and management in the City. These goals and pol- icies have been developed to complement county, regional, and state goals, policies and manage- ment activities while minimizing redundancy. The City established the following goals related to stormwater and surface water management: 1. Manage the risk of flooding to minimize ad- verse effects to life, property, and infrastruc- ture. 2. Manage surface water resources to promote healthy ecosystems, preserve water quality, and meet applicable water quality standards. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-6 3. Manage stormwater runoff to reduce negative impacts to water resources and infrastructure. 4. Protect, restore, and enhance wetlands and natural areas. 5. Protect the quality and quantity of groundwa- ter. 6. Protect water and natural resources through responsible management of development and redevelopment activities. 7. Promote stewardship of water and environ- mental resources through education, public involvement, and Cooperation. The policies intended to support these goals are included in their entirety in Section 5 of the SWMP. Implementation Program The purpose of the SWMP is to provide a frame- work and reference for protecting, preserving, and managing the City surface water resources and stormwater management system. An effective im- plementation program is critical to ensure that the direction provided in the SWMP yields results. The following sections summarize key elements of the City’s surface water and stormwater imple- mentation program (described in greater detail in Section 6 of the SWMP), including: • NPDES and TMDL requirements • Stormwater system operation and mainte- nance • Education and public involvement • Ordinances and official controls • Lake management program • Projects and capital improvements NPDES and TMDL Requirements Under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Storm Water National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Rules, the City of Apple Valley is required to maintain a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit for managing point source storm water. In Minnesota, this permit is administered by the Minnesota Pol- lution Control Agency (MPCA) and has a duration of five years. The City last renewed its MS4 per- mit in 2013. As part of the permit, the City must also prepare and maintain a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) addressing all re- quirements of the permit. The SWPPP outlines the appropriate best man- agement practices (BMPs) for the City to imple- ment for controlling or reducing the pollutants in stormwater runoff to the maximum extent practi- cable. These BMPs are a combination of educa- tion, operation and maintenance, control tech- niques, system design and engineering methods, and other such provisions appropriate to meet the requirements of the NDPES permit. The SWPPP includes BMPs that address each of the six min- imum control measures as outlined in the rules: 1. Public education and outreach 2. Public participation/involvement 3. Illicit discharge detection and elimination 4. Construction site stormwater runoff control 5. Post-construction stormwater management 6. Pollution prevention/good housekeeping As required by the SWPPP, each year the City must hold a public opportunity to provide input on the adequacy of the MS4 program and the City’s SWPPP. The City must also prepare an annual re- port summarizing the following: • Compliance with permit conditions, includ- ing an assessment of the appropriateness of identified management practices and prog- ress towards achieving identified measurable goals for the six minimum control measures. • Changes in identified management practic- es or measurable goals for any of the control measures. The City’s SWPPP also includes BMPs to address waterbodies included on the MPCA’s impaired waters 303(d) list for which a total maximum daily load (TMDL) study has been completed. Section 303(d) of the Clean Water Act requires states to adopt water quality standards and identify waters that do not meet these standards. In Minneso- ta, these responsibilities are administered by the MPCA. Waters that fail to meet state water quality standards are included on the MPCA’s impaired waters 303(d) list. The MPCA prepares TMDL studies to address impaired waters. A TMDL is an assessment of the amount of a pollutant that a waterbody can receive and still meet water quality CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-7 standards. TMDL studies may result in implemen- tation plans to address water quality issues of the affected waterbodies. The draft 2018 impaired waters list includes four lakes in Apple Valley: • Alimagnet Lake • Farquar Lake • Keller Lake • Long Lake • East Lake (in City of Lakeville, but roughly one-third of our drainage area) TMDL studies have been completed for all of the impaired lakes listed above. Typically, the City will take the lead to complete and implement TMDLs for waters impaired due to excess nutrients where the watersheds are located wholly within the city. For impaired waters located in the city with inter- community watersheds, the City may request the appropriate watershed management authority lead or co-facilitate the completion and implemen- tation of the TMDL study. For TMDL studies that have regional implications the City will cooperate with lead agencies as appropriate. Stormwater System Operation and Mainte- nance The City of Apple Valley is responsible for main- taining its stormwater system. Proper mainte- nance will ensure that the stormwater system con- tinues to function as designed and provides the intended benefits. The City’s operation and main- tenance program is closely tied with the City’s im- plementation of its NPDES MS4 permit and many of the City’s maintenance activities are included in the City’s SWPPP. The City’s stormwater system includes not only pipes and constructed ponds, but also lakes, wetlands, and other drainage ways. In addition to more typical maintenance measures, mainte- nance of the stormwater system may also mean maintaining or restoring the ecological character- istics of the natural portions of the stormwater sys- tem. The City regularly inspects and maintains key components of the system, including storm sew- er and culvert inlets, overflow drainage swales, stormwater ponding and water quality treatment basins, and riprap-protected banks, and storm sewer and culvert outlets. The City of Apple Valley periodically inspects stormwater storage basins and water quality treatment facilities to identify ex- cessive sediment build-up, collected debris, and undesirable vegetation. The City will use inspec- tion data and available modeling results to priori- tize pond maintenance needs. Education and Public Involvement Education and public involvement serve an im- portant role in enabling the City of Apple Valley to implement its water resource management pro- grams. The City’s education and public involve- ment program is closely tied to implementation of its NPDES MS4 permit; several of the City’s edu- cation measures are included in the City’s SWPPP Generally, the goal of the City’s education program is to promote stewardship of water and natural re- sources through education, public involvement, and cooperation. To achieve this goal, the City performs various education and communication activities. These activities are tailored to a range of target audiences. The following target audiences for the education program are: City Staff. City staff must have adequate under- standing of water resource issues and the City’s SWMP content to effectively carry out the City’s stormwater and surface water management re- sponsibilities. It is essential for the success of the program that City staff set a good example to the community’s residents, businesses, and custom- ers by demonstrating behaviors that promote wa- tershed stewardship. City Residents. People who live and do business within the city are affected by the City’s water re- source management programs. Much of the City is privately owned and maintained. It is import- ant to educate and involve residents and business owners to maintain the political and economic support necessary to implement the SWMP. Com- municating the City’s roles and responsibilities with respect to these issues is important to man- age residents’ expectations, discourage behaviors with negative consequences, and develop com- munity capacity for practices that positively impact water resources. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-8 The Development Community. Development and redevelopment activities may have a sub- stantial impact on runoff quality and downstream water bodies during and after construction. Com- municating City requirements for land-disturbing activities to developers and their consulting engi- neers is an important component of the education program. Ordinances and Official Controls The City of Apple Valley regulates the manage- ment of stormwater and protects water resourc- es through the policies included in its SWMP, City ordinances, the City’s project review and permit- ting program, and other applicable regulatory pro- grams. These are collectively referred to as “offi- cial controls.” The City’s SWMP and ordinances include require- ments for development and redevelopment activi- ties that address the following: • Stormwater runoff water quality • Stormwater runoff rate and volume control • Erosion and sediment control • Minimum building elevations (relative to adja- cent waterbodies) • Wetland impacts and vegetated buffers The City requires various permits and/or approv- als for land-disturbing projects (including devel- opments), depending on the type of project. The City reviews each proposed activity for consisten- cy with its official controls prior to issuing permits and/or approvals. Consistent with the intent of its official controls, the City encourages infiltration as a preferred method of water quality treatment and volume control, where feasible, either in on-site features or in regional features. These measures will enhance groundwater recharge, decrease the burden on the storm drainage system, and min- imize the pollutant loads reaching high priority downstream waterbodies. The City also encourag- es the use of low impact design (LID) techniques to minimize negative effects of development and redevelopment on stormwater infrastructure and natural resources. The City of Apple Valley acts as the Local Gov- ernmental Unit (LGU) responsible for administer- ing the Wetland Conservation Act (WCA). This includes requiring and verifying that all projects impacting wetlands meet the requirements of the Minnesota WCA and applicable City wetland man- agement guidance. Standards for protection and enhancement of wetland resources included in the SWMP are pri- oritized according to their wetland classification, which is based on an assessment of functions and values. Because all wetlands provide some functional val- ues, all are protected to some degree under provi- sions in the SWMP. Regulation of activities that may impact individual wetlands will be based on evaluations of proposed activities, site-specific wetland boundary delinea- tions, and wetland management classifications. Priority Lake Management The 2018 SWMP identifies six priority lakes. The City identified priority lakes considering intended recreational uses, existing MPCA impairments, applicability of MPCA water quality standards, and coordination with other city and/or WMO classifi- cation systems. City of Apple Valley priority water- bodies include • Alimagnet Lake • Cobblestone Lake • Farquar Lake • Keller Lake • Lac Lavon • Long Lake The City adopted water quality goals for each lake consistent with state and WMO standards. The SWMP implementation program includes actions to maintain or improve water quality in priority lakes. The City recognizes lakes as complex systems whose responses to numerous natural and other variables are difficult to predict. Therefore, the City uses an adaptive management approach. The City may modify its planned future actions as nec- essary based on the results of prior actions, new data, or other factors. Projects and Capital Improvements The City performs projects and capital improve- CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-9 ments to achieve the water resource manage- ment goals outlined in its SWMP. These include non-structural projects (e.g., developing a water quality model, performing feasibility studies) as well as structural improvements (e.g., construct- ing an infiltration basin). These activities are sum- marized in implementation tables included in the SWMP. The City generally performs projects and/or capi- tal improvement projects to maintain the function of its stormwater system, reduce flood risk, and/ or improve water quality. In some cases, a tech- nical assessment (or feasibility study) has already been completed to address a known problem and a preferred option is already identified. Other sit- uations may require conducting a feasibility as- sessment to evaluate options to address a known problem and select a preferred alternative. Finally, a broader pro-active assessment and prioritization of problem areas (e.g., city-wide modeling) may be called for to determine the extent of the issue and assess solutions. In this case, projects may then be prioritized depending on their degree of risk or severity. With respect to water quality, the City will imple- ment those projects necessary to address TMDLs developed for impaired waters and achieve water quality goals for priority lakes, where most feasi- ble and to the maximum extent practicable. This will include improvements that have already been identified through completed TMDL studies, City lake management plans, or other planning efforts. Additionally, the City will develop lake manage- ment plans and implementation programs for re- maining priority lakes The City will continue to rely on its 5-year Capital Improvement Planning process to schedule and plan for funding of capital improvements. This CIP is updated annually by City staff and reviewed and approved annually by the City Council. The City carries out its implementation program with the intent to achieve the City’s goals while promoting efficiency and minimizing cost. There- fore, the City will seek opportunities to coordinate stormwater system repair and/or replacement with its Pavement Management Program, redevelop- ment opportunities, or other coordinated projects (e.g., park improvements, other utility upgrades). The City may also re-prioritize projects based on the availability of grant funding, cost-share oppor- tunities, or availability of other funding sources that may reduce the City’s financial responsibility. Sanitary Sewer The Metropolitan Council of Environmental Ser- vices (MCES) requires that the City submit a Sanitary Sewer Plan as part of the 2040 compre- hensive plan update. The comprehensive plan is updated every ten years. The wastewater plan is reviewed to ensure conformance with the 2040 Water Resources Policy Plan and Thrive MSP 2040 to ensure that the Metropolitan Council’s re- gional wastewater system has adequate capaci- ty to serve the future needs of the region in the right locations at the right times. Conformance for wastewater means that, within the Metropolitan Urban Service Area, communities are meeting the overall density expectations identified in Thrive MSP 2040. Apple Valley has prepared this section of the Com- prehensive Plan to demonstrate its conformance to the regional plan. This section of the Utilities chapter summarizes Apple Valley’s Comprehen- sive Sanitary Sewer Plan (see Appendix) that pro- vides the specific information needed to meet the 2040 requirements. The Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer Plan serves as an inventory of the City’s sanitary trunk facilities and a guide for completing the few remaining trunk sections. Existing Sanitary Sewer System General A review of the City’s existing sanitary sewer col- lection system will provide insight into its ability to convey domestic, commercial and industrial wastewater to the wastewater treatment facility. The existing trunk sewer system is mostly com- plete with the exception of approximately 500 acres within the southeastern part of the City. This area will be developed as the current sand and gravel mining operations cease. The existing collection system was evaluated for its ability to serve this area as well as remaining undeveloped parcels. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-10 Trunk Sewer System, MCES Interceptors and Intercommunity Connections The City’s trunk sanitary sewer system is shown on Figure 9.1. The trunk system consists of gravity lines ten inches in diameter and greater, lift sta- tions and forcemains. The City is divided into five sewer districts, each defining the limits of service for a separate trunk system. The Southwest, South Central and Southeast Dis- tricts are the largest districts and flow leaves Apple Valley to the south through MCES interceptor lines into Lakeville. The remaining two Districts are the Burnsville and Eagan Outlets (2 in each district) which all flow to the north into Burnsville and Ea- gan respectively. There are no trunk sewers in the Eagan Outlet. This area is only served by sewer laterals and encompass a regional park, zoo, and small residential area. Wastewater flow leaves Apple Valley at seven different locations at or near the City borders. A list of these locations and their average flows is presented in Table 9.1 These flows all lead from Apple Valley through other municipalities to either the Empire or Seneca WWTPs. There are approximately 11,181 acres in the City of Apple Valley, of which approximately 487 acres remain to be developed. Of the overall total, 9,400 acres are served by the MCES Empire wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) located near Pilot Knob Road, 197th Street East and the Vermillion River, in Section 21 of Empire Township. Conveyance to the Empire WWTP is provided by the MCES In- terceptor mains beginning at meters M643, M648, and M644. Wastewater from approximately 1,800 acres in the northern portion of Apple Valley is served by the MCES Seneca WWTP located near Comanche Road and State Highway 13 in Section 21 in Ea- gan. Conveyance to the Seneca plant is provided by the MCES Interceptor main from meter M644A and trunk sewers in the City of Eagan and Burns- ville. Table 9.1 Intercommunity Flows District From To Average Esti- mated Flow (MGD) Southwest (SW) SW, SW1, SW2, SW3, SW4 MCES M643 1.47 South-Central (SC)SC MCES M648 0.87 Southeast (SE) SE, SE1, SE2, SE3, SE4 MCES M644 1.06 Burnsville Outlet B1 MCES M644A 0.15 Burnsville Outlet B2 Burns- ville 0.02 Eagan Outlet E1 Eagan 0.02 Eagan Outlet E2 Eagan 0.10 CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-11 Figure 9.1, Sanitary Sewer System CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-12 Lift Stations The City’s sanitary sewer system consists of 9 lift stations ranging in size from a 100 gallon per min- ute (gpm) to a 2200 gpm lift station. The lift sta- tions have been sized to handle buildout of their respective service areas. Table 9.2 summarizes the capacity information for each of the lift sta- tions. The locations of the lift stations are shown on Figure 9.1. Table 9.2 Lift Station Capacities Lift Station No. Present Capacity (MGD) Ultimate Capacity (MGD) Force Main Size (inches) Capacity in GPM LS 1 3.16 3.16 14 LS 2 2.016 2.016 12 LS 3 0.936 0.936 8 LS 4 0.288 0.288 6 LS 5 0.6 0.6 6 and 8 LS 7 0.288 0.288 6 LS 9 1.915 1.915 12 LS 10 0.216 0.216 4 LS 11 0.144 0.144 4 Large Sewer Users At the present time, there are no major industries in Apple Valley whose average daily sewage flow exceeds 50,000 gallons. At this time, no industries in the City require pretreatment of their wastewa- ter before discharge into the City’s system. Existing Wastewater Flows The total flows are measured by MCES at 4 me- ter locations leaving the City. Annual, monthly, and hourly flow data is available for the MCES meters. Peak month and peak hourly flow data help deter- mine infiltration and inflow contributions. The 10-year average annual per capita wastewa- ter flow is approximately 66 gallons per day (GPD) and the average dry weather (winter) per capita wastewater flow is approximately 66 GPD. Water use data is available by customer type and can be used to estimate the breakdown of wastewater flow between residential and other land uses. Wa- ter use data indicates that winter residential wa- ter use averaged 85% of the total water use over the last 10 years; thus the residential portion of the average per capita wastewater flow is approx- imately 56 GPD (85% of 66). When comparing 10-year average dry weather flows to the same winter quarter water usage, the wastewater flow is approximately 97% of the water use. The metered dry weather wastewater flow correlates quite well with the metered water use for the same time pe- riod, which indicates some validity to the existing flow data. Population and Employment Forecasts The comprehensive wastewater plan is developed in part to portray the condition of the Apple Valley wastewater collection system under future flow conditions assuming that the population and em- ployment forecasts are achieved. The purpose in developing the future plan is to anticipate future changes to the system that may be required and to allow for the development of a sustainable cap- ital improvements program for the wastewater col- lection system. The Thrive MSP 2040 population, household and employment forecasts (Table 9.3) in 10 year increments through 2040 were used in generating wastewater flow projections and in maintaining the required consistency with all parts of the comprehensive planning effort. Table 9.3 Metropolitan Council Projections Forecast Year Population Households Employment 2010 46,084 18,875 14,279 2020 55,500 21,700 15,800 2030 59,200 23,300 16,400 2040 63,600 24,900 17,100 Table 9.4 presents the projections broken down according to sewered and unsewered compo- nents. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-13 Table 9.4 Metropolitan Council Projections (Sew- ered & Unsewered) Forecast Year Compo- nent Popula- tion House- holds Employ- ment 2010 MCES Sewered 46,686 17,928 13,714 2010 Unswered 2,398 947 565 2020 MCES Sewered 59,980 21,500 15,680 2020 Unsewered 520 200 120 2030 MCES Sewered 59,170 23,280 16,400 2030 Unsewered 30 20 0 2040 MCES Sewered 63,520 24,880 17,100 2040 Unswered 80 20 0 Ref: Metropolitan Council Thrive 2040 Water Resources Policy Plan May 2015 Tables 9.5 and 9.6 present projections of sewered population, households and employees for the portions of the City served by the Empire and Sen- eca WWTPs, respectively, as prepared by MCES and presented in its Thrive 2040 Water Resources Policy Plan. Table 9.5 Projections for Empire WWTP Year Population Households Employment 2020 50,500 19,700 14,400 2025*52,500 20,550 14,650 2030 54,500 21,400 14,900 2035*56,550 22,150 15,150 2040 28,600 22,900 15,400 Ref: Metropolitan Council Thrive 2040 Water Resources Policy Plan May 2015 * Interpolated Values Table 9.6 Projections for Sceneca WWTP Year Population Households Employment 2020 4,500 1,800 1,300 2025*4,600 1,850 1,400 2030 4,700 1,900 1,500 2035*4,800 1,950 1,600 2040 4,900 2,000 1,700 Ref: Metropolitan Council Thrive 2040 Water Resources Policy Plan May 2015 * Interpolated Values Sanitary Sewer Flow Projections General In an effort to forecast flows for future growth, the land use plan will be utilized. Flow rates will be es- tablished for each land use category based upon the anticipated density in units and persons per acre which can be applied to specific undeveloped parcels or redevelopment areas. These unit flow rates can be used to generate average annual flow projections for these specific development areas. To forecast future flow from existing areas his- torical flow data, industry standards and current MCES data were used. MCES has indicated that regional data suggests the current overall aver- age annual flow is 85 gallons per capita per day (gpcd). This is lower than the traditional default for sewer design of 100 gpcd. Furthermore, MCES has prepared future average flow projections for their system based upon 60 gpcd and 15 gallons per day (gpd) per employee. These figures are for new development and an- ticipate the gradual reduction of wastewater flow from existing development as a result of water conservation practices and the reduction of inflow and infiltration. It is important to note that these flow rates will vary as systems expand and age, so it is prudent to use traditional design values when looking at the design of new lateral sewer or trunk systems. Land Use The 2040 Land Use Plan served as the basis for the development of the sanitary sewer flow pro- jections and analysis of the trunk system. Unde- veloped land area within the City was determined to be approximately 500 acres. These areas were further defined by type of land use. Land use flow factors were used to allocate projected flows with- in the sewer model and are presented in Table 9.7. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-14 Table 9.7 Land Use Flow Factors Land Use Type Person/ Unit Gal/ Cap/ Day Units/ Acre Gal/Acre/ Day Low Density Residential 3.5 100 1.8 630 Medium Densi- ty Residential 2.5 80 9 1,800 High Density Residential 2.0 70 14 1,960 Commercial/ Industrial 2,000 Mixed Busi- ness Campus 1,500 Institutional 1,000 Parks/Recre- ation 250 Undevelopable (Water/Pond)0 Peak Flow Factors The sanitary sewer system must be capable of handling the anticipated peak wastewater flow rate including any infiltration and inflow (I/I). The design peak flow rate can be expressed as a vari- able ratio to the average flow rate. Curves used to describe this ratio, called the Peak Flow Factor (PFF), indicate a decreasing ratio of peak flow to average flow with increasing average flow. Peak Flow Factor (PFF) curves have been devel- oped to depict this ratio and MCES has analyzed the extensive flow data within their system to cor- relate actual peaking factors with the formulated curves. A summary of the design peak flow factors (Figure 9.2 below) based upon current MCES data will be utilized for estimating future peak flows from development areas. Figure 9.2 Design Peaking Factor Table Average Flow (MGD) Peak Hourly Flow Factor Average Flow (MGD) Peak Hour- ly Flow Factor 0.00 – 0.11 4.0 1.90 – 2.29 2.8 0.12 – 0.18 3.9 2.30 – 2.89 2.7 0.19 – 0.23 3.8 2.90 – 3.49 2.6 0.24 – 0.29 3.7 3.50 – 4.19 2.5 0.30 – 0.39 3.6 4.20 – 5.09 2.4 0.40 – 0.49 3.5 5.10 – 6.39 2.3 0.50 – 0.64 3.4 6.40 – 7.99 2.2 0.65 – 0.79 3.3 8.00 – 10.39 2.1 0.80 – 0.99 3.2 10.40 – 13.49 2.0 1.00 – 1.19 3.1 13.50 – 17.99 1.9 1.20 – 1.49 3.0 18.00 – 29.99 1.8 1.50 – 1.89 2.9 over 30.00 1.7 MCES has recognized that these peaking factors reflect that sanitary sewers (local and regional) have been designed for an average combined flow for residential, commercial, and industrial contri- butions of 100 gallons per capita per day. Since the current actual average is approximately 85 gallons per capita per day MCES has adjusted the peak flow factors upward (divided by 0.85) for de- termining I/I mitigation. This adjustment essential- ly reflects the available capacity for any addition- al infiltration and inflow in the system. These are then used to set the peak flow metershed goals for each community. Figure 9.3 below summarizes the peaking factors for MCES metershed goals. Figure 9.3 MCES Metershed Goal Peaking Fac- tors Average Flow (MGD) Peak Hourly Flow Factor Average Flow (MGD) Peak Hour- ly Flow Factor <0.10 4.5 2.51 - 3.00 3.2 0.11- 0.20 4.4 3.01 - 3.50 3.1 0.21-0.30 4.3 3.51 - 4.00 3.0 0.31-0.40 4.2 4.01 - 4.50 2.9 0.41-0.50 4.1 4.51 - 5.00 2.8 0.51-0.60 4.0 5.01 - 6.00 2.7 0.61-0.70 3.9 6.01 - 8.00 2.6 0.71-0.80 3.8 8.01 -- 10.00 2.5 0.81-1.00 3.7 10.01 - 12.00 2.4 1.01-1.20 3.6 12.01 - 16.00 2.3 1.21-1.50 3.5 16.01 - 20.00 2.2 1.51-2.00 3.4 20.01 - 30.00 2.1 2.01-2.50 3.3 >30.00 2.0 CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-15 Wastewater Flow Projections When forecasting flows for communities that are mostly developed, historical data is used to deter- mine total flow projections for the community. The 10-year annual average per capita flow rate from Apple Valley is approximately 66 gallons per day (gpd), which is slightly lower than the current over- all MCES system average of 85 gpd. This may be an indication of the general trend in water conser- vation similar to what the City has seen with the water system. It could also be an indication that the overall average I/I in Apple Valley’s system is slightly below the metro area system average. While it is expected that water conservation within existing households will continue to improve. The existing sanitary sewer system will continue to age thus for planning purposes the City will use an overall per capita average of 100 gpd for future flow projections. This is a slightly more conserva- tive value than historical data, but it is close to the current metershed goals set by MCES for the City as summarized below in Table 9.8. It is prudent to plan conservatively for long-lived infrastructure needs such as sewer systems. Table 9.8 Current MCES Metershed Goals Monitoring Period: Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2018 Metershed Adjusted To- tal Daily Flow (MGD) Peak Hourly Flow Factor I/I Goal (MGD) M643 1.47 3.50 5.13 M644A 0.15 4.40 0.65 M644 1.06 3.60 3.80 M648 0.87 3.70 3.22 Total 3.55 12.80 *Equates to approximately 67 gpcd based upon estimated 2018 population of 52,795. Annual average wastewater flow projections through 2040 are summarized below in Table 9.9. These estimates are based upon an overall system average of 85 gallons per capita per day (gpcd), and assumes that there will be no unsew- ered properties remaining in the future. The pro- jections for Metersheds M643, M644A, and M644 remain relatively the same as existing since that area is already fully developed and not anticipated to have any changes due to redevelopment. The undeveloped area in the southeastern area of the City is served by Metershed M648. Table 9.9 Average Annual Wastewater Flow Pro- jections Year Projected Total Average Annual Flow (MGD) M643 M644A M644 M648 2020 1.47 0.31 1.13 0.88 2025*1.47 0.31 1.15 0.94 2030 1.47 0.31 1.16 1.01 2035*1.48 0.32 1.17 1.07 2040 1.48 0.32 1.17 1.15 These projections agree with MCES projections to the Empire and Seneca WWTP. (Table 9.10) Me- tershed M644A flows to Seneca WWTP and the other metersheds flow to Empire WWTP. Table 9.10 MCES Projected Flows by Treatment Facility Year Projected Avg Flow to Empire WWTP (MGD) Projected Avg Flow to Seneca WWTP (MGD) Projected Total Flow (MGD) 2020 3.48 0.31 3.79 2025*3.56 0.31 3.87 2030 3.64 0.31 3.95 2035*3.72 0.32 4.04 2040 3.80 0.32 4.12 Ref: Metropolitan Council Thrive 2040 Water Resources Policy Plan May 2015 * Interpolated Values CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-16 Sanitary Sewer Trunk System Analysis General In order to gain an understanding of the hydrau- lic capacity of the existing wastewater collection system, a hydraulic model of the key system back bone components of the system was developed. To setup the hydraulic model, information was col- lected from an extensive database of GIS (Geo- graphic Information System), field data collection and staff knowledge about the lift stations, trunk sewer mains and forcemains. Wastewater flow in- formation was collected from flow monitoring data along with individual water meter data from the customer database to allocate wastewater flows throughout the community. Future sewer flows were determined from information provided by the Land Use Plan in which demands were de- termined by land use categories for undeveloped areas. System Design Recommendations The hydraulic model analysis was performed to determine the available capacity within the exist- ing system. After determination of available capac- ity, a layout of remaining future gravity sewers was incorporated into the hydraulic model. The poten- tial system was sized based on established sewer design criteria including minimum slopes and min- imum velocity. GIS information was utilized to de- termine ground elevations and preliminary slopes for the extension of sewers considering depth re- quirements and connections to existing sewers. Trunk sewer was laid out in the undeveloped grav- el mining area and flows were allocated based on proposed land use. Capacity analysis was completed for the trunk sewer system to determine the remaining avail- able capacity within the existing system. A map showing available capacity is shown in Figure 9.4. Analysis using the hydraulic model showed that no areas within the existing system experience surcharging. Surcharging is defined as overload- ing of the sewer beyond its design capacity. Al- though no areas surcharge, a few areas of the trunk sewer are within the 10% to 40% range of remaining capacity and should be reviewed with the model if and when re-development would oc- cur in the future. Available capacity was labeled at key locations with large undeveloped areas. Future analysis including the addition of 500 acres of undevel- oped land showed adequate capacity to handle the planned land use for these areas. It is recom- mended to use the updated hydraulic model to re- view future development of these areas as actual development information becomes available. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-17 Figure 9.4 Sanitary Sewer Trunk System Remaining Capacity CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-18 Infiltration and Inflow General The Metropolitan Council appointed a task force that met in 2003/2004 to address the impacts of excess inflow and infiltration (I/I) on the region- al system. I/I describes clear water that enters wastewater collection systems and consumes ca- pacity of the conveyance and treatment systems. Inflow is typically stormwater that increases peak flow in the wastewater system during and after rainfall events from point sources such as broken manhole covers, sewer cleanouts, sump pumps, foundation drains, and rain leaders. Infiltration is typically groundwater that gradually enters the wastewater system through cracks and openings in sewer mains, service laterals, joints, and de- teriorated manholes. It was determined that the cost for source removal of I/I was much more cost effective than the cost to store, convey and treat excess I/I. Therefore, the current program focuses on source removal within the communities and re- gional system. In 2009/2010 the Metropolitan Council Demand Charge Task Force reviewed goals of the current program including a possible demand charge. The recommendation was to implement an on-going program similar to the existing I/I program. How- ever, instead of a mandatory demand charge, dis- cretion was left with MCES to institute a demand charge if a community is not working towards meeting its I/I Goal. Included within the MCES 2040 Water Resources Policy, adopted in May of 2015 and more recently amended, is the establishment of I/I goals for all communities discharging wastewater to the re- gional system. Communities with excessive I/I will still be required to eliminate it within a reasonable time period. The Council has established I/I goals for each metershed. The City of Apple Valley was not on MCES’s excessive I/I list and receives an- nual I/I goals for each metershed. The I/I Goal is the maximum allowable discharge to the regional wastewater system expressed as a peak hourly flow rate measured in million gallons per day (mgd). The I/I Goal is equal to the adjusted average dry weather flow (ADF) multiplied by the respective peak hourly factor. The ADF is based upon a 10 year rolling average of meter flow data and is adjusted upward by population growth for future forecasting. As part of the ongoing I/I efforts a procedure manual is updated by the Metropoli- tan Council for the subsequent program year. The City’s Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer Plan (See Appendix) addresses the MCES specific require- ments. Existing I/I Average dry weather flows can be compared to annual average and peak month flows to deter- mine the amount of I/I entering the system. To understand if groundwater plays a role during dry weather periods, the average dry weather flows can be compared to the water use for that same period. These flows should closely correlate since no wet weather rainfall events or lawn sprinkling occurs in the winter/early spring time. For Apple Valley, the dry weather flow averages about 97% of the water use for the same period indicating that there is no base infiltration in the winter/early spring time. Table 9.11 summarizes average an- nual, average dry weather and peak month flows for the last 10-years. It also compares the various flows to help quantify the amount of I/I entering the system on an average basis. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-19 Table 9.11 Average Annual Wastewater Flow Year Population Average Annual Flow : AA (MGD) Average Dry Weather Flow : AD (MGD) Peak Month Flow : PM (MGD) Base I/I AA - AD (MGD) Average Wet Weather I/I PM - AA (MGD) Peak Month to Annual Av- erage Ratio 2007 50,595 3.54 3.52 4.47 0.02 0.93 1.26 2008 51,120 3.40 3.40 4.19 0.00 0.79 1.23 2009 50,149 3.39 3.35 4.10 0.04 0.71 1.21 2010 49,084 3.36 3.33 4.84 0.03 1.48 1.44 2011 50,330 3.38 3.38 4.29 0.00 0.91 1.27 2012 50,340 3.29 3.23 4.69 0.06 1.40 1.43 2013 50,400 3.32 3.29 4.42 0.03 1.10 1.33 2014 50,600 3.28 3.24 4.94 0.04 1.66 1.51 2015 50,161 3.20 3.20 4.15 0.00 0.95 1.30 2016 50,450 3.20 3.19 3.76 0.01 0.56 1.18 Average I/I Flow (MGD)1.05 Average I/I Per Capita (GPCD)20.8 Average I/I %31 Comparing annual average (AA) to average dry weather (AD) the average flow attributable to I/I is approximately 0.02 mgd or 0.5 gallons per capita per day, which could be considered the base I/I. The average peak month (PM) to annual average ratio is 1.31, which not overly excessive when looking at typical peaking factors. This equates to an average I/I contribution of approximately 1.05 mgd during wet weather periods. By looking at flows over the course of a year it is possible to quantify I/I on an average basis. How- ever, it is much more difficult to determine peak instantaneous or peak hour events that are mostly associated with inflow. A one (1) inch rainfall event could have a large impact on the system or min- imal impact depending upon the duration and in- tensity as well as other factors for each particular event. Typically no two events are the same, and at best patterns can be determined for general rainfall amounts. To pinpoint peak hour events it requires a significant amount of flow monitoring at several locations in a large system. There has been only limited data collected during previous mitigation efforts which makes it is difficult to ac- curately quantify for the entire system. On-going Mitigation Plan The City has a proactive program directed at iden- tifying and correcting I/I, including the following: • Stringent testing of all new sanitary sewer lines • Televising of clay pipes as well as areas where problems have been identified • Reconstruction projects, including replacing clay pipe with PVC, replacing manhole struc- tures, installing gator wrap around chimney section • Lining manholes, approximately 1 to 3 annu- ally • Cured In Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining spot repairs • Lining entire sections of sanitary sewer lines with reconstruct projects and areas as iden- tified • Manhole inspection as part of sewer cleaning operations, which are performed daily March through November, weather permitting. Ap- proximately one third of the system is cleaned (and manholes inspected) annually. Manholes are also inspected as part of the televising program. Manholes are repaired as needed. Internal chimney seals are installed on man- holes with plastic rings where I/I has been identified. • Additional manhole inspections (Example Lift Station 4 Project - proposed project lining of structures because of length of time before re- construct of area) CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-20 • Manhole repair, including chemical injection and coatings • Sewer flow meters in 2018 and 2019 budget – plan is to compare sewer flow data with Ad- vanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI) meter data in select areas • Sump pump inspection program – to be con- ducted with the meter replacement project • Employee education – NPDES annual training • Resident education – website, newsletters • Field observation – wet weather manhole in- spections & additional observations, such as when conducting a GSOC locate adjacent pri- vate parking lot street, crew found a sanitary manhole with a storm grate cover on it. Crew replaced the manhole grate cover with a solid cover and the business was notified. • City Code that promotes reduced I/I – The current code prohibits owners, occupants or users of any premises to direct into or allow any storm water, surface water, water from air conditioner systems, oil or other material to drain into the sanitary sewer system Individual Sewage Treatment Systems The City of Apple Valley currently has an ordi- nance regulating the installation of on-site waste- water disposal systems. Under this ordinance, the design of the system is reviewed and permitted in accordance with the guidelines of Minnesota Pol- lution Control Agency Standards MN Rule 7080, 7081, 7082 and its amendments. A copy of the City’s ordinance is provided in the Comprehensive Sewer Plan. The locations of present on-site systems are shown on Figure 9.5. At the present time, no sig- nificant problems are known to exist for the exist- ing on-site systems. Capital Improvement Program The City of Apple Valley is committed to provid- ing a sanitary sewer system that meets the City’s current and future needs and agrees with MCES goals and projections. Most of the City’s trunk system has been constructed. The trunk system will be expanded in the few remaining areas as development proceeds. Based on the computer modeling analysis, the addition of 500 acres of un- developed land shows adequate capacity in the current system to handle the planned land use for these areas. The hydraulic model will be updated on an on-going bass to review future development of these areas as actual development information becomes available. Future Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) projects will explore and identify ways to improve the san- itary sewer system, such as during reconstruction projects for sanitary sewer mains, lift stations and forcemains. In addition, the City will continue its current operation, maintenance and I/I reduction efforts as identified previously. Preventative maintenance is extremely important in the life of a sanitary sewer system. Preventative maintenance includes but not limited to monthly and annual inspections, SCADA monitoring, elec- trical inspections. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-21 Figure 9.5 Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-22 Water Utility The City of Apple Valley is committed to deliver- ing safe, clean drinking water to the community in a water system that will meet the needed de- mand and supply water for fire suppression. The City routinely updates its water supply plan, wa- ter rates and capital improvement plan to ensure that the plans are current, relevant and effective to meet the City’s needs into the future. The plans serve as guides for construction, operation and maintenance of the municipal water system. Apple Valley completed a Water Supply and Dis- tribution Plan in October 2002 and a DNR Water Emergency and Conservation Plan in October 2006 (Amended in March 2008), which were re- viewed in conjunction with the 2030 Comprehen- sive Plan. Metropolitan Council requires that the City submit a Water Supply Plan as part of the 2040 compre- hensive plan update. In addition, all public water suppliers in Minnesota that operate a public water distribution system, serve more than 1,000 people and/or all cities in the seven-county metropolitan area, must have a water supply plan approved by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). To obtain more detail about Apple Valley’s existing and future water supply, see the 2018 Minnesota DNR Water Supply Plan, which is included as an Appendix to this Comprehensive Plan. Water Use Historical Water Use Growth has not occurred as rapidly as projected in previous plans such as the Water Emergency and Conservation Plan (2006) or the City’s Com- prehensive Plan (2009). Previous plans projected the 2016 population served to be 66,641 people while the actual reported 2016 population served was approximately 50,350 people. However, fu- ture growth and increased population and result- ing water demand is anticipated, as addressed in a following section. Figure 9.W1 Historical Water Demand 1996 through 2016 0.00 5.00 10.00 15.00 20.00 25.00 30.00 35.00 40.00 45.00 50.00 0.0 5.0 10.0 15.0 20.0 25.0 30.0 35.0 40.0 45.0 50.0 PROJECTED WATER DEMAND (MGD)YEAR HISTORICAL WATER DEMAND PROJECTIONS Maximum Day Demand Average Day Demand Annual Precipitation (in) - MSP Airport GageWater Conservation Program InitiatedWater use in Apple Valley from 1996 to 2016 is de- scribed in Figure 9.W1. More detailed information is provided in the current and previous DNR Water Supply Plans. Some key water demand factors to note include: Average Daily Demand: The average daily de- mand (total annual demand divided by 365) has begun to exhibit a downward trend over the last decade. The past 5-year average is 5.9 MGD, which is a decrease from the 5-year average of 6.6 MGD reported in the 2006 DNR Water Supply Plan. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-23 Maximum Daily Demand: Maximum daily de- mand over the past decade does not appear to be exhibiting an upward or downward trend. Maximum day demand generally occurs during a summer month when precipitation is at its lowest amount and irrigation is at its highest amount. An- nual precipitation data from the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport can be an indicator, but does not al- ways correlate to maximum day demand. Peaking Factor: The water demand peaking fac- tor is the ratio of the average maximum day to the average day. The DNR has set a goal of reducing the average 10-year peaking factor to less than 2.6. Apple Valley achieved this goal with a 10-year average peaking factor of 2.5 for 2007-2016. This was an improvement over the previous peaking factor from 1996 – 2006, which was 2.8. Residential Per Capita Water: The DNR has set a goal of reducing the residential per capita water demand to less than 75 gallons per capita per day (gpcd). The City’s recent 5-year average equaled this goal of 75 gpcd, which was an improvement over the previous 5-year average of 91 gpcd re- ported in the 2006 plan. Total Per Capita Water Demand: Total per capita water demand for Apple Valley has begun to ex- hibit a downward trend since the adoption of the City’s 2006 Water Conservation Plan. Over the last decade, the average total per capita water de- mand is 122.6 gpcd, which is a decline from the average of 135.8 gpcd reported in the 2006 plan. Unaccounted (Non-revenue) Loss: Unaccount- ed for water use is the volume of water withdrawn from all source water minus the volume of water delivered. The value represents water “lost” by miscalculated water use due to inaccurate meters, water lost through leaks or water that is used but unmetered or otherwise undocumented. The DNR has set a goal of reducing unaccounted for wa- ter to less than 10%. Apple Valley’s exceeds this goal with a recent 5-year average unaccounted for water of 9.3%. This was an improvement over the previous 5-year average of 12% reported in the 2006 plan. Large Volume Water Users: The ten largest wa- ter users are shown in Table 9.W1. These custom- ers account for approximately 10% of the annual consumption of water. Table 9.W1 Large Volume Users Customer Gallons per Year % Total Annu- al Use Minnesota Zoo 64,686,000 3.53% Cedar Knolls Mobile Homes 33,086,000 1.81% Eastview High School Sprinkler A 15,952,000 0.87% Cobblestone Lake Master Association 15,868,000 0.87% Kingston Green Apart- ments 15,581,000 0.85% Eastview High School Sprinkler B 9,630,000 0.53% Quarry Point Park Ath- letic Complex Sprinkler 8,096,000 0.44% Apple Valley Estates LP 7,030,000 0.38% Uponor 6,404,000 0.35% Paradise Car Wash 5,692,000 0.32% CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-24 Water Demand Projections The projected annual water demand through 2040 is summarized in Table 9.W2. The Metropolitan Council provided the projected populations for the years 2020, 2030 and 2040. The population projections for all other years were extrapolated. The difference between the total population and population served is based on estimates provid- ed in the Metropolitan Council “Thrive MSP 2040” forecast. Over the last decade, the total per capita water de- mand has exhibited an average annual reduction of 2.5%. The projected total per capita demand in 2017 is based on the average total per capita demand over the last ten years. This is equal to 122.6 gpcd. The City considered reducing the total per capita demand estimate in the projections, but decided to keep it steady at the 10 year average rate of 122.6 gpcd due to the uncertainty of the water usage requirements of future residential, commercial and industrial land use development. The projected average day demand is equal to the total per capita per day multiplied by the projected population. This is then divided by one million to get the average day demand in MGD. The maximum day demand is based on the aver- age annual peaking factor over the last ten years, which is 2.5. For each year the average day de- mand is multiplied by the peaking factor to obtain the maximum day demand in MGD. Table 9.W2. Projected Annual Water Demand Year Projected Total Population Projected Population Served Projected Total Per Capita Water Demand (GPCD) Projected Average Daily Demand (MGD) Projected Maximum Daily Demand (MGD) 2017 51,713 50,629 122.6 6.2 15.2 2018 52,975 52,079 122.6 6.4 15.7 2019 54,238 53,530 122.6 6.6 16.1 2020 55,500 54,980 122.6 6.7 16.5 2021 55,870 55,399 122.6 6.8 16.6 2022 56,240 55,818 122.6 6.8 16.8 2023 56,610 56,237 122.6 6.9 16.9 2024 56,980 56,656 122.6 6.9 17.0 2025 57,350 57,075 122.6 7.0 17.2 2030 59,200 59,170 122.6 7.3 17.8 2040 63,600 63,520 122.6 7.8 19.1 GPCD – Gallons per Capita per Day MGD – Million Gallons per Day CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-25 The 2030 Comprehensive Planning effort project- ed significantly high water demands due to greater population projections and higher per capita water use projections. The comparison between pre- vious planning effort projections and the current ones are summarized in Table 9.W3. Table 9.W3. 2030 and 2040 Comprehensive Plan Comparison Year Population Served Average Day Demand (MGD) Max Day Demand (MGD) Previous 2030 Projection 71,200 9.70 24.20 Current 2030 Projection 59,170 7.30 17.80 Current 2040 Projection 63,520 7.80 19.10 Existing & Future Water System The existing and future water system for the City of Apple Valley (Figures 9.W2, 9.W3 and 9.W4) consists of wells, a water treatment plant (WTP), storage facilities, booster station and watermain ranging from 6 inch to 24 inch diameter located in three (3) pressure zones. Each component and its adequacy for the future based on the 2040 popu- lation projections and land use map is described in more detail in the following sections. Groundwater Wells The City’s twenty wells ranging from 487 to 1127 feet deep draw drinking water from the Jordan, Prairie Du Chien - Jordan and Mt. Simon ground- water aquifers (See Table 9.W4 and Figure 9.W4). Five of these wells in the Jordan and Mt. Simon aquifers are available only for emergency use. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-26 Table 9.W4. Water Supply Wells Well No. Unique Well No. Year In- stalled Capacity (gpm) Well Depth (Feet)Geologic Unit Status 1 205824 1963 600 520 Jordan Emergency Only 2 205825 1964 900 530 Jordan Emergency Only 3 205812 1962 1,000 584 Jordan Emergency Only 4 205820 1971 1,200 504 Jordan Active 5 207677 1974 1,300 487 Jordan Active 6 127263 1976 1,200 507 Jordan Active 7 127277 1977 1,250 494 Jordan Active 8 127297 1979 1,300 506 Jordan Active 9 151561 1981 1,200 515 Jordan Active 10 151563 1982 1,200 502 Jordan Active 11 191943 1985 1,400 493 Jordan Active 12 449257 1989 1,400 494 Jordan Active 13 433284 1989 1,500 516 Jordan Active 14 509056 1990 900 1120 Mt. Simon Emergency Only 15 519955 1993 900 1127 Mt. Simon Emergency Only 16 205823 2000 1,300 510 Prairie du Chien - Jordan Inactive 17 603075 2001 1,800 513 Jordan Active 18 674495 2004 1,800 515 Jordan Active 19 731113 2006 1,600 510 Jordan Active 20 778046 2011 1,900 495 Jordan Active The total capacity of Apple Valley’s active wells and emergency wells is 24,350 gpm (35 MGD). The firm capacity of the system, which assumes the largest well out of service, is 22,350 gpm (32 MGD). The firm capacity without emergency wells is 18,150 gpm (26 MGD). To meet the needs of the system, firm capacity should equal or exceed the maximum day demand in accordance with AWWA (American Water Works Association) recommen- dations. The current wells will meet the 2040 pro- jected maximum demand of 19.1 MGD. The locations for future Wells No. 21, 22, 23 and 24 were selected at the time of the last compre- hensive plan in 2006 when greater increase in population and water demand were expected. As indicated above, these wells are not expected to be needed by 2040. However, they will remain in the City’s plan and continue to be evaluated. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-27 Emergency Interconnections Five Interconnections with adjacent distribution systems have been established (See Table 9.W5) and can be used for emergency and auxiliary wa- ter supply. Table 9.W5 Emergency Interconnections Other Water Supply System Owner Capacity (GPM & MGD) BURNSVILLE – COUNTY RD 11 174 TO 347 GPM, 0.25 TO 0.5 MGD (8-INCH) ROSEMOUNT – EVER- MOOR PARKWAY 347 GPM, 0.5 MGD TO 1.5 MGD (12-INCH) ROSEMOUNT – DIA- MOND PATH 347 GPM, 0.5 MGD (8-INCH) ROSEMOUNT – DOVE TRAIL 347 GPM, 0.5 MGD (8-INCH) LAKEVILLE – GRANADA AVENUE 347 GPM, 0.5 MGD (8-INCH) All five (5) emergency interconnections are sub- ject to water availability. They are utilized only with prior authorization and coordination with the re- questing city. Under emergency conditions, Apple Valley could provide water to the communities of Burnsville, Rosemount, and Lakeville. Water supply capaci- ty will be dependent on available WTP capacity above the current daily water demand during the emergency. When an emergency connection is implemented, it is recommended to monitor pres- sure upstream at the nearest hydrant to gauge the amount of flow through the connection point to maintain adequate pressure within the distribution system. Rosemount, Lakeville, and Burnsville are all able to supply water to Apple Valley. To utilize the in- terconnections, each City would need to evaluate their system needs to ensure adequate water for domestic and fire use. Water Source Alternatives Apple Valley’s access to surface water is through an emergency connection with the City of Burns- ville. The City of Burnsville treats both water from the Kramer Quarry (gravel mining operation) along the Minnesota River in addition to groundwater. A plan for additional surface water treatment has not been completed and is not considered practical. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-28 Figure 9.W2 Water Distribution System CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-29 Figure 9.W3 Pressure Zones & Interconnects CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-30 Figure 9.W4 Water Supply Wells CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-31 Water Treatment The water treatment plant (WTP) was original- ly designed and constructed in 1988 to treat 12 MGD. In 1997, a filter bypass line was added so a portion of the flow could be diverted around the filter cells if usage was expected to exceed the de- sign capacity. The bypass water was blended with the treated water prior to the chemical addition of chlorine and fluoride. By utilizing the bypass and increasing the backwashing frequency, it was pos- sible to produce more than the designed 12 MGD. Under ideal circumstances, a maximum of 19 to 20 MGD was processed at the WTP. To ensure that the filter bypass water did not adversely im- pact the treated water quality, a maximum 20% bypass capacity was recommended, limiting the total plant capacity to 16.25 MGD. In 2015, Apple Valley expanded and upgraded the WTP. The expansion added four filter cells and two backwash tanks increasing the total plant capacity to 24.4 MGD. The 24.4 MGD assumes the WTP is functional at 100% capacity with the twelve filter cells and at the recommended 20% bypass capacity. Currently, 17 of the City’s 20 wells feed into the WTP. Water from the wells is initially treated with chlorine and sodium permanganate (NaMnO4). These chemicals are used as oxidants to bring the iron and manganese out of suspension so they can be filtered out in the filter cells. The water then flows through approximately 30 inches of sand media, where the iron and manganese (no longer in suspension) are trapped on top of the media. The filtered water is then treated with chlorine and fluoride prior to flowing to the clearwell for storage until needed. From the clearwell, water flows by gravity to the pumping chamber and is pumped to the distribution system and reservoirs. Well 16 has been offline since 2013 and is cur- rently listed as inactive status. The water supply can be further augmented by utilizing emergency backup wells (Wells 1, 2 and 3) which pump wa- ter directly into the distribution system and are not treated by the WTP. These emergency wells have individual chlorine feed systems. Wells 14 and 15 are also considered emergency backup wells but feed into the WTP. They are both constructed in the Mt. Simon aquifer and the City is restricted from utilizing them to meet water demand. The projected maximum water demand in 2030 and 2040 is 17.8 MGD and 19.1 MGD respec- tively. Current treatment capacity without the filter bypass is 18 MGD and 24.4 MGD with the filter bypass limited to 20% of the total plant capacity. Bypassing is initiated at approximately 16 to 17 MGD in anticipation of higher demands. The cur- rent water treatment plant is therefore capable of meeting the projected demands. Much of the demand can be met without bypassing the filters. However, during some of the maximum demand days a portion will need to be bypassed. Water Storage Apple Valley stores water in six existing storage structures as summarized in Table 9.W6. Usable storage is defined as the storage available while still maintaining a sufficient residual pressure with- in the distribution system. For Apple Valley, this is when the storage water level is within 40 feet of the high-water level in the reservoirs or towers. A water storage analysis was conducted to evaluate the ability of the existing storage to meet equaliza- tion, fire and emergency storage, which are de- fined as follows: Equalization Storage – Capacity to meet peak hour demands while operating at a constant flow. Fire Storage – Capacity to meet fire demands. Emergency Storage – Capacity to meet demands during a supply or transmission pipeline outage. Based on the future water demand projects and an average water demand of 7.8 MGD and max- imum day demand of 19.1 MGD needed in 2040, the current storage facilities will continue to meet equalization storage needs, provide adequate fire flow capacity and provide emergency storage. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-32 Table 9.W6 Water Storage Structure Name Type of Structure Storage Capacity (Gallons) Available/ Usable Storage Capacity (Gallons) Longridge Reservoir Ground Storage 4,000,000 3,000,000 Palomino Reservoir Ground Storage 3,300,000 1,320,000 Nordic Reservoir Ground Storage 2,000,000 1,290,000 Valleywood Reservoir Ground Storage 2,000,000 1,220,000 Quarry Point Tower Elevated Storage 1,500,000 1,500,000 Water Treat- ment Plant Clearwell Other - Clearwell 2,000,000 1,500,000 Total NA 14,800,000 9,830,000 Distribution System Hydraulic Analysis The water distribution system consists of water- main ranging in size from 6 inch to 24 inch in di- ameter (Figure 9.W2) and located throughout the city. The distribution system is divided into three pressure zones (Figure 9.W3) to provide appropri- ate pressures to residents. The City’s hydraulic model of the distribution sys- tem was updated and calibrated in 2017. It is used as a dynamic tool for development and redevel- opment planning and used to support policymak- ers with multi-million dollar decisions to address infrastructure needs. The hydraulic model will be continuously updated and evolve in response to the changes made within the distribution system as well as in response to changes with water sys- tem demands. The performance of a finished water distribution system is judged by its ability to deliver the re- quired flows (customer demands and fire-fight- ing needs) while maintaining adequate system pressures and water quality. Meeting these re- quirements, in part, depends on the components within the existing system including transmission and distribution piping, elevated water towers and ground storage reservoirs. Analysis of pressures throughout the distribution system based on maximum day demand of 19.1 MGD are shown in Figure 9.W5. Ten States Stan- dards recommends water pressures between 35 psi and 80 psi. A majority of the system falls with- in a desired level of service of 50 to 80 psi. Near pressure zone boundaries, the system could be analyzed to determine the ability to expand the upper pressure zone without exceeding 80 to 100 psi. When pressure exceeds 80 psi a pressure re- ducing valve is required per the State Plumbing Code. There are a few small areas were pressures range from 30 to 40 psi near ground storage reservoirs or near the edge of a pressure zone boundary. In areas near ground storage reservoirs, individual in-house boosters would be recommended for areas with limited amount of homes effected by low pressures. In these few areas where the water pressure is lower, the water pressure/psi and flow is adequate for domestic use and fire protection. Available fire analysis is shown in Figure 9.W6. Overall, the system can provide a minimum of 500 gpm of available fire flow throughout the system. A majority of the water system can provide at least 1,500 gpm or more of available fire flow at a re- sidual pressure of 20 psi. An available fire flow of 1,500 gpm is typically adequate for a majority of facilities within the system. Facilities needing fire flow greater than 1,500 gpm are typically in com- mercial and industrial land use areas along major street corridors that typically are served by 12-inch and greater water transmission pipelines. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-33 Figure 9.W5 Future System Static Pressures CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-34 Figure 9.W6 Future System Available Fire Flow CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-35 Emergency Response Plan Water emergencies can occur because of van- dalism, sabotage, accidental contamination, me- chanical problems, power failings, drought, flood- ing, and other natural disasters. The purpose of emergency planning is to develop emergency re- sponse procedures and to identify actions needed to improve emergency preparedness. The City has adopted a Federal Emergency Re- sponse Plan that was certified in December 2014. In addition, the current City’s DNR Water Supply Plan contains water supply protection measures, including, but not limited to, a plan for prioritizing water use, reducing demand and implementing emergency water connections. Source Water Protection Wellhead Protection Wellhead protection is a means to safeguard pub- lic supply wells by preventing contaminants from entering the area that contributes water to the well or wellfield over a period of time. In 2004, the City completed a Wellhead Protection Plan (WHPP) in accordance with Minnesota rules, Chapter 4720.5200 and updated their plan in 2009. The area from which water is supplied to the City wells is identified as the Wellhead Protection Area (WHPA). The area around it, which is to be protected and managed, is defined as the Drink- ing Water Supply Management Area (DWSMA). These areas are delineated in the Plan and were approved by the Minnesota Department of Health on December 16, 2009. The City’s wells are considered susceptible to con- tamination from activities at the land surface. The plan provides management strategies that the City has developed to address the vulnerability rating of the aquifer and to protect the water supply, in- cluding, but not limited to: • Public education programs on wellhead pro- tection • Proactive management of existing, unsealed and unused wells • Proactive management of other potential sources of contamination • Monitoring of well water levels and possible contaminants Water Conservation Plan Recent Conservation Efforts The City implemented a Water Conservation Plan in 2006 through the DNR Water Emergency and Conservation Plan (Amended in March 2008). The plan addressed both conservation on the supply side (leak detection and repairs, metering), as well as on the demand side (reductions in usage). Tracking Success Results of conservation efforts are measured based on the water demand, water losses and peak demand trends. The residential per capita per day values, peaking factor and unaccounted for water values have each shown a downward trend since conservation efforts were implement- ed in 2006. The residential per capita demand has been reduced from an average of 91 gpcd in 2006 to 75 gpcd currently. The peaking factor has been reduced from an average of 2.8 in 2006 to 2.5 cur- rently. Unaccounted water has been reduced from an average of 12% in 2006 to 9% currently. Conservation Strategies for the Future An updated Water Conservation Plan is included in the 2018 Minnesota Department of Natural Re- sources (DNR) Water Supply. (See Appendix to this Comprehensive Plan) The City plans to con- tinue the water conservation techniques employed over the last 10 years and annually evaluate and expand them as appropriate. A meter replacement program is currently underway and it is anticipated that all meters will be replaced by 2020. The City employs conservation billing strategies for water and rates are evaluated annually. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY | 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update 9-36 Capital Improvement Plan & Preventa- tive Maintenance The City is committed to capital reinvestment of the Water Utility to achieve the goals and policies set forth and maintain the long-term sustainability of the Utility. A Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is in place to cover expansion (if needed), repair and maintenance of the water system and is updated annually. As discussed in this plan, the capacity of current wells, water treatment plant and storage facilities meet the future demands based on the 2040 pop- ulation projections and land use map. If significant changes were to occur, such as the addition of a large water user, the water plan and resulting CIP would need to be updated. The current water treatment plant is meeting all state and federal government regulations related to water quality. Although not anticipated, the fu- ture planning efforts and CIPs would also need to be adjusted if a currently unregulated water con- stituent becomes regulated, existing regulations become more stringent, or a new contaminant is identified in the wells. Future CIP projects will explore and identify ways to improve the water system, such as investigating lower pressure areas and evaluating the benefit of increasing watermain size during reconstruction projects. Preventative maintenance is extremely important in the life of a water supply and distribution sys- tem. Preventative maintenance is scheduled as follows: • Production wells pulled every 7 years. • Water treatment plant (WTP) high service pumps pulled every 8 years. • Leak detection on one-third of the water sys- tem plus on cast iron pipe, PVC, and overlay areas, etc. - annual inspections. • Valve operation program - scheduled as time permits. • Hydrant flushing and inspection program - semi- annual program spring and fall • Reservoir maintenance: warranty inspection at 2 years, touch up repairs at 10 to 12 years, total reconditioning at 20 to 25 years. Cathod- ic protection at selected sites - annual check. • Valve, meter, equipment, etc. upgrades and replacements are budgeted and scheduled as necessary. 5/24/2018 1 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE APPLE VALLEY CITY COUNCIL MAY 24, 2018 MEETING 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE Community Engagement •2017 and 2018 Home and Garden Expo •Apple Valley Website –Survey and Updates •Stakeholder Meetings •Planning Commission Meetings •Two Open Houses 5/24/2018 2 VISION 5/24/2018 3 COMMUNITY CONTEXT 5/24/2018 4 POPULATION FORECASTS Year Population Households Employment 2000*45,527 16,344 12,106 2010*49,084 18,875 14,279 2020**55,500 21,700 15,800 2030**59,200 23,300 16,400 2040**63,600 24,900 17,100 *Census Count **Council Forecast 5/24/2018 5 SUSTAINABILITY AND RESILIENCE RECENT EFFORTS •GreenStep City •Performance Buildings •Efficient Utilities •Water Monitoring and Restoration •Recycling •Energy COMMUNITY CONTEXT IMPLICATIONS FOR 2040 •Community Aging •Increasing Diversity •Jobs‐Housing Balance •Housing Affordability •National Retail Trends •Development Opportunities •Technology Trends 5/24/2018 6 LAND USE 5/24/2018 7 5/24/2018 8 2030 2020 2040 2030 5/24/2018 9 LAND USE GOALS GENERAL DEVELOPMENT •Direct development to meet needs of the City’s residents and workforce. •Minimize land use conflicts to maintain the functional integrity of distinct uses and individual property values. •Ensure a community with strong, cohesive, identifiable neighborhoods. •Ensure that the land use plan connects residents to jobs and services. •Attract and retain businesses that provide head‐of‐household wages. •Support a vibrant, successful Downtown as the primary shopping, service, and activity center. REHABILITATION AND DEVELOPMENT •Provide a flexible framework to encourage property maintenance, infill redevelopment and adaptive reuse. LAND USE GOALS TRANSIT‐ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT •Use “suburban‐intensive” transit‐oriented development to increase appropriate housing opportunities and support a compatible mix uses. •Encourage downtown development and redevelopment will enhance walking and bicycling. •Manage parking supply to reduce the amount of unused surface parking. INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS •Maintain a cooperative relationship with other governmental, quasi‐governmental, and other non‐profit organizations. ENERGY •Seek to minimize energy waste and increase the role of renewables in the public and private sectors 5/24/2018 10 HOUSING AND NEIGHBORHOODS AFFORDABLE HOUSING GOALS AFFORDABLE HOUSING NEED ALLOCATION FOR APPLE VALLEY At or below 30% AMI 221 31 to 50% AMI 118 51 to 80% AMI 129 Total Units 468 5/24/2018 11 HOUSING GOALS •Work with the Metropolitan Council, the Dakota County Community Development Agency, builders and other involved parties to provide a fair share of the region’s affordable housing. •Use the Comprehensive Plan and other resources to address community housing needs. •Encourage a supply of housing styles and sizes that lets people of all ages continue to live in Apple Valley; the supply should adapt to future changes in demographics and meet local labor force needs. •Continue to encourage a high standard of property maintenance. HOUSING GOALS •Promote quality housing developments that respect the natural environment and resident health. •Promote a high level of safety and security for people living in all types of housing. •Reduce greenhouse gas emissions from residences by encouraging wider adoption of renewable resources by utility companies. •Encourage individual homeowners and owners of rental housing to increase energy independence and to minimize energy consumption and waste. 5/24/2018 12 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GOALS •Attract large employers to the Mixed Business Campus area. •Invest in the Downtown quadrants. •Make the superblocks in the Downtown quadrants more accessible and offer ease of movement for vehicles, bikes and pedestrians. •Develop regional, national and global connections. •Support and develop well educated and trained workers that match job availability and next generation job growth. •Develop economic resilience that adapts to trends in business climate and the unknown natural disasters that could affect City and business services and operations. 5/24/2018 13 PARKS AND RECREATION 5/24/2018 14 PARKS IMPROVEMENT STRATEGY •Create parks that provide people with places to gather and play. •Distribute parks throughout the City. •Connect parks and neighborhoods with sidewalks and trails. •Match facilities with the full spectrum of ages, abilities and economic status. Creating a system that serves all residents. •Provide a wide range of indoor and outdoor recreation facilities. •Collaborate with other parties to coordinate the delivery of services to make effective use of financial resources. 5/24/2018 15 PARKS IMPROVEMENT STRATEGY •Collaborate with other parties to coordinate the delivery of services to make effective use of financial resources. •Use parks as a tool to control flooding, help preserve the quality of the surface water, replenish the groundwater supply, reduce air pollution and preserve natural resources. •Effectively provide information to residents and visitors that will elevate awareness of the park and recreation system and services. •Develop a park and recreation system that is innovative. TRANSPORTATION 5/24/2018 16 5/24/2018 17 5/24/2018 18 Current Bus Stop Locations 5/24/2018 19 TRANSPORTATION GOALS •Continue to establish and maintain an interconnected affordable network of roadways, transit service, bicycle trails and pedestrian facilities between neighborhoods, recreational and community facilities, commercial centers, and metropolitan region. •Integrate and achieve a balanced mix of all transportation modes. •Improve the functionality and safety of the transportation system as a whole. •Work with local entities to continue to enhance transit usage in Apple Valley. •Ensure the Apple Valley transportation system is resilient, sustainable, and able to evolve with societal advancements and changes, safeguarding investments for many years to come. WATER RESOURCES 5/24/2018 20 SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT GOALS •Manage the risk of flooding to minimize adverse effects to life, property, and infrastructure. •Manage surface water resources to promote healthy ecosystems, preserve water quality, and meet applicable water quality standards. •Manage storm water runoff to reduce negative impacts to water resources and infrastructure. •Protect, restore, and enhance wetlands and natural areas. •Protect the quality and quantity of groundwater. •Protect water and natural resources through responsible management of development and redevelopment activities. •Promote stewardship of water and environmental resources through education, public involvement, and Cooperation. SANITARY SEWER TRUNK SYSTEM REMAINING CAPACITY 5/24/2018 21 WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM WATER STRATEGIES •Emergency Response Plan •Source Water Protection •Water Conservation Plan •Capital Improvement Plan •Preventative Maintenance 5/24/2018 22 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE NEXT STEPS 1. Distribute draft plan to adjacent cities, Dakota County, School Districts 191 and 196, watershed districts, MVTA, MnDOT, MnDNR, and Metropolitan Council for a six‐month review. 2. Hold a public hearing at the June 6, 2018, Planning Commission meeting. I T E M: 5.D. C O UNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E :May 24, 2018 S E C T I O N:Regular A genda Description: A ccept Resignation of Telecommunications A dvisory Committee Member Rollin Bible and A uthorize Receipt of A pplications through J une 29, 2018, to F ill Vacancy S taff Contact: P amela J . Gackstetter, City Clerk Department / Division: City Clerk’s Office AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Accept the resignation of Telecommunications Advisory Committee Member Rollin Bible and authorize receipt of applications through J une 29, 2018, to fill the vacancy. S UM M ARY: Committee Member Rollin Bible notified the C ity of his resignation from the Telecommunications Advisory C ommittee. Staff suggests formal acceptance of his resignation at this time. T he C ity C ouncil may also wish to extend an invitation to individuals interested in serving on the Telecommunications Advisory C ommittee to submit an application to the City C lerk by J une 29, 2018. B AC K G RO UND: T he five-member Telecommunications Advisory C ommittee is a standing committee with the responsibility to advise the City C ouncil on matters relating to cable T V and telecommunications; evaluate cable system performance; provide a forum of first consideration for cable T V complaints regarding service, programming, access, and quality of reception; oversee franchise grantee compliance; and evaluate franchise renewal proceedings. T he Telecommunications Advisory C ommittee votes on recommendations, which are then sent to the C ity C ouncil. T his C ommittee meets the first Monday in March, J une, and December, and the second Monday in September, beginning at 7:00 p.m., at the Municipal Center. B UD G E T I M PAC T: N/A AT TAC HM E NT S : Notice City of MEMO City Clerk’s Office CITY OF APPLE VALLEY ANNOUNCEMENT OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS ADVISORY COMMITTEE VACANCY A vacancy currently exists on the City of Apple Valley’s Telecommunications Advisory Committee for a three-year term expiring March 1, 2019. The five-member Telecommunications Advisory Committee is a standing committee with the responsibility to advise the City Council on matters relating to cable TV and telecommunications; evaluate cable system performance; provide a forum of first consideration for cable TV complaints regarding service, programming, access, and quality of reception; oversee franchise grantee compliance; and evaluate franchise renewal proceedings. The Telecommunications Advisory Committee votes on recommendations, which are then sent to the City Council. This Committee meets the first Monday in March, June, and December and the second Monday in September, beginning at 7:00 p.m., at the Municipal Center. The City Council will fill these vacancies by appointment. Persons interested in submitting their names for consideration must file an application with the City Clerk by 4:30 p.m., on Friday, June 29, 2018. Application forms may be obtained on the City website at www.cityofapplevally.org or at the office of the Apple Valley City Clerk, at 7100 147th Street W., Apple Valley, Minnesota 55124, or by calling 952-953-2506. DATED this 24th day of May, 2018. Pamela J. Gackstetter City Clerk I T E M: 7. C OUNC I L ME E T I NG D AT E:May 24, 2018 S E C T I ON:C alendar of Upcoming Events D escription: Approve Calendar of Upcoming Events Staff C ontact: Stephanie Marschall, D eputy City Clerk Department / Division: City Clerk’s Office AC T ION RE QUE S T E D : Approve the calendar of upcoming events as listed in the summary below, and noting each event listed is hereby deemed a Special Meeting of the City Council. S UM M ARY: Day/Date Time L ocation Ev ent Tue./May 22 6:00 p.m.Municipal C enter Urban Affairs Advisory C ommittee Meeting C A NC ELLED Wed./May 23 9:00 a.m.Municipal C enter Firefighters Relief Association Meeting Wed./May 23 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Bogart’s Entertainment C enter Chamber Monthly Luncheon - State of the C ity T hur./May 24 4:30-6:30 p.m.Henry W. Anderson Mortuary Chamber Business After Hours T hur./May 24 6:00 p.m.Municipal C enter ED A Meeting T hur./May 24 7:00 p.m.Municipal C enter Regular C ity C ouncil Meeting * Mon./May 28 C ity Offices C losed Memorial Day Mon./May 28 11:00 a.m.Apple Valley American Legion Memorial Day C eremony T hur./May 31 10:00 a.m.Orchard Path Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Mon./J une 4 7:00 p.m.Municipal C enter Telecommunications Advisory Committee Meeting Tue./J une 5 7:30-9:00 a.m.Augustana Care Apple Valley Villa Chamber Coffee C onnection Wed./J une 6 7:00 p.m.Municipal C enter Planning C ommission Meeting Fri./J une 8 8:00 a.m.Walmart Grand Re-Opening Ceremony T hur./J une 14 5:30 p.m.Municipal C enter Informal C ity Council Meeting T hur./J une 14 7:00 p.m.Municipal C enter Regular C ity C ouncil Meeting * Fri./J une 15 6:00-9:00 p.m.Kelley Park Apple Valley Arts Foundation Music in Kelley Park Concert Series J une 20-22 St. C loud, MN League of Minnesota C ities Annual Conference Wed./J une 20 7:00 p.m.Municipal C enter Planning C ommission Meeting Fri./J une 22 6:00-9:00 p.m.Kelley Park Apple Valley Arts Foundation Music in Kelley Park Concert Series Tue./J une 26 6:00 p.m.Municipal C enter Urban Affairs Advisory C ommittee Meeting Wed./J une 27 9:00 a.m.Municipal C enter Firefighters Relief Association Meeting T hur./J une 28 7:00 p.m.Municipal C enter Regular C ity C ouncil Meeting * Fri./J une 29 6:00-9:00 p.m.Kelley Park Apple Valley Arts Foundation Music in Kelley Park Concert Series in Kelley Park Concert Series B AC K G RO UND: Each event is hereby deemed a Special Meeting of the City Council, the purpose being informational or social gathering. Only at events marked with an asterisk will any action of the Council take place. B UD G E T IM PAC T: N/A