HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-06-19 I06 Waukee Towne Center Lake Trail_Site PlanAGENDA ITEM:
CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING COMMUNICATION
MEETING DATE: June 19, 2023
AGENDA ITEM:Consideration of approval of a resolution approving a site plan for Waukee
Towne Center Lake and Trail Improvements
FORMAT:Resolution
SYNOPSIS INCLUDING PRO & CON: The request is for approval of a project that includes a
large pond and trail that encompasses the pond. The project is located at the southwest corner of
Waukee Towne Center Plat 2, west of SE Alice’s Road and south of SE Laurel Street. In addition to
the pond and trail, the project also includes lighting around the trail, a bridge, grading for the future
amphitheater, landscape buffer plantings, and reconstruction of current trail along the south.
FISCAL IMPACT INCLUDING COST/BENEFIT ANALYSIS:
COMMISSION/BOARD/COMMITTEE COMMENT: The Planning and Zoning Commission
reviewed this project at the June 13, 2023, Commission Meeting and recommended approval
subject to remaining staff comments:
Approval of a Site Plan for Waukee Towne Center Lake and Trail Improvements
Planning Coordinator, Melissa DeBoer, introduced the request for approval of a site
plan for Waukee Towne Center Lake and trail improvements. The developer has been
working with City Staff on providing public amenities within the Waukee Towne Center
development. The developer will make the improvements and the City of Waukee will be
deeded the land for public use. The project is located at the southwest corner of Waukee
Towne Center Plat 2, west of SE Alice’s Road and south of SE Laurel Street.
Mrs. DeBoer advised that the project includes one large pond and a trail the
encompasses the pond. The existing trail to the south of the pond will be rerouted and
reconstructed in order to join into the proposed trail. The trail width of the south side of the
pond will be 15 feet wide in order to accommodate trail users through the development from
the area trail.
The project also includes a bridge across the pond at the north end of the pond and
grading for the future amphitheater. A landscape buffer will be provided along the west side
of the property and along the southeast portion of the site for the adjacent residential
properties.
Staff recommends approval of the site plan for Waukee Towne Center Lake and Trail
Improvements subject to remaining staff comments.
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Commissioner Lohse questioned if the additional trail width will be around the
entire pond or the south side only, Mrs. DeBoer responded that only the south
side will have the additional width of 15 feet, with a width of 10 feet for the
rest of the trail.
Commissioner Tessau questioned the size of the pond, Community
Development Director, Andy Kass, estimated the size to be 8-9 acres.
Commissioner Lohse questioned if the pond will be stocked; Community
Development Director, Andy Kass, responded that city staff in Parks &
Recreation are currently working with the Iowa Department of Natural
Resources (DNR) to determine feasibility; this is an ongoing project.
Commissioner Koelker questioned if the trail would be lighted, Community
Development Director, Andy Kass, responded yes.
Commissioner Streit questioned trail maintenance, Community Development
Director, Andy Kass, answered that the trail would become city property and
be maintained by the city.
Commissioner Streit questioned the timing of the project with regard to Target,
Community Development Director, Andy Kass, answered that the project
would be constructed with the same timeline as Target.
Commissioner Koelker questioned if the trail would connect to the pond;
Community Development Director, Andy Kass, responded that widening the
trail on the south side to accommodate all users, including those in the
shopping center and those using the Heart of the Warrior trail would
accommodate all users and avoid having to construct two separate trails.
Staff recommends approval of the site plan for Waukee Towne Center Lake and trail
improvements, subject to remaining staff comments.
Commissioner Streit moved to approve the site plan for Waukee Towne Center Lake
and trail improvements subject to any remaining staff comments. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner Lohse. Ayes: Koelker, Beenken, Bankole, Lohse, Tessau, and Streit. Nays:
None. Motion Carried.
STAFF REVIEW AND COMMENT: Staff recommends approval of the site plan subject to
remaining staff comments.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the resolution subject to remaining staff comments.
ATTACHMENTS: I. Proposed Resolution
II. Staff Report
III. Site Plan
PREPARED BY:Melissa DeBoer, Planning Coordinator
REVIEWED BY:
THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
RESOLUTION 2023-
APPROVING THE SITE PLAN FOR WAUKEE TOWNE CENTER LAKE AND TRAIL
IMPROVEMENTS
IN THE NAME AND BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
WHEREAS, the City of Waukee, Dallas County, State of Iowa, is a duly organized Municipal
Organization; AND,
WHEREAS, the City of Waukee Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of
the Site Plan for Waukee Towne Center Lake and Trail Improvements, subject to remaining staff
comments on June 13, 2023; AND,
WHEREAS, the Site Plan for Waukee Towne Center Lake and Trail Improvements is in general
conformance with §160 – Site and Building Development Standards Ordinance of the Waukee
Municipal Code; AND,
WHEREAS, the Site Plan for Waukee Towne Center Lake and Trail Improvements is in general
conformance with §161 – Landscaping and Open Space Ordinance of the Waukee Municipal
Code; AND,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Waukee, Iowa on
this 19th day of June, 2023 that the Site Plan for Waukee Towne Center Lake and Trail
Improvements is approved subject to remaining staff comments.
____________________________
Courtney Clarke, Mayor
Attest:
___________________________________
Rebecca D. Schuett, City Clerk
RESULTS OF VOTE: AYE NAY ABSENT ABSTAIN
Anna Bergman Pierce
R. Charles Bottenberg
Chris Crone
Larry R. Lyon
Ben Sinclair
M emo
Waukee City Hall 230 Highway 6 Waukee IA 50263
Office: (515) 987-4522 Cell: (515) 250-7986 Facsimile: (515) 987-1845
To: Planning and Zoning Commissioners
From: Melissa DeBoer, AICP – Planning Coordinator
Date: June 9, 2023
Re: Waukee Towne Center Lake and Trail Improvements
Attach: Proposed Site Plan for Waukee Towne Center Lake and Trail Improvements
BACKGROUND
The developer of Waukee Towne Center has been working with City of Waukee staff on providing
public amenities within the Waukee Towne Center development. The developer will make the
improvements and the City of Waukee will be deeded the land for the use of public park / open space.
PROPOSED PLAN
The project is located at the southwest corner of Waukee Towne Center Plat 2, west of SE Alice’s Road
and south of SE Laurel Street. The project includes one large pond and a trail that encompasses the
pond. The existing trail to the south of the pond will be rerouted and reconstructed in order to join into
the proposed trail. The trail width at the south side of the pond will be 15-ft wide in order to
accommodate trail goers through the development from the area trail.
The project also includes a bridge across the pond at the north end of the pond and grading for the
future amphitheater. Plans will be reviewed in the future for the details of the amphitheater. A
landscape buffer will be provided along the west side of the property and along the southeast portion of
the site for the adjacent residential properties.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
At this time, staff would recommend approval of the site plan for Waukee Towne Center Lake and Trail
Improvements.
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CC Cercis canadensis 6 1 GAL.CONT.MATCHED, SPECIMEN, TREE FORM
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CR Crataegus crus-galli 'Cruzam'2 12' HT.CONT.MATCHED, SPECIMEN, TREE FORM
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LS Liquidambar styraciflua 'Rotundiloba'9 1.5" CAL.B&B MATCHED, SPECIMEN
ROUND-LOBED SWEET GUM
LT Liriodendron tulipfera 'JFS-Oz'12 2" CAL.B&B MATCHED, SPECIMEN
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PH Picea omorika 22 7' HT.B&B MATCHED, SPECIMEN
SERBIAN SPRUCE
PI Picea pungens 27 7' HT.B&B MATCHED, SPECIMEN
COLORADO SPRUCE 10' o.c.
PL Pinus flexilis 'Vanderwolf's Pyramid'25 7' HT.B&B MATCHED, SPECIMEN
VANDERWOLF'S PYRAMID LIMBER PINE 10' o.c.
PM Pseudotsuga menziesii glauca 28 7' HT.B&B MATCHED, SPECIMEN
DOUGLAS FIR 10' o.c.
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URBAN PINNACLE OAK
POND PLANT SCHEDULE (SEE THIS FONT ON PLAN)
MARK Botanical name QUAN.SIZE ROOT REMARKS
COMMON NAME TYPE
CC Cornus sanguinea 'Cato'22 24" HT.CONT.MATCHED, SPECIMEN, MULCH BED
ARCTIC SUN DOGWOOD 3' FROM TRAIL, 3' O.C.
CF Cornus serica 'Farrow'34 24" HT.CONT.MATCHED, SPECIMEN, MULCH BED
ARCTIC FIRE DOGWOOD 3' FROM TRAIL, 3' O.C.
EP Echinacea purpurea 35 1 GAL.CONT.MATCHED, SPECIMEN, MULCH BED
PURPLE CONEFLOWER 1.5' FROM TRAIL, 2' O.C.
LS Liquidambar styraciflua 'Rotundiloba'5 1.5" CAL.B&B MATCHED, SPECIMEN
ROUND-LOBED SWEET GUM
LT Liriodendron tulipfera 'JFS-Oz'5 1.5" CAL.B&B MATCHED, SPECIMEN
EMERALD CITY TULIP TREE
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AFTERBURNER BLACK GUM 16' o.c.
PC Panicum virgatum 'Cheyenne Sky'48 6" POT CONT.MATCHED, SPECIMEN, MULCH BED
CHEYENNE SKY SWITCH GRASS 3' FROM WATER, 2' O.C.
PH Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal'173 6" POT CONT.MATCHED, SPECIMEN, MULCH BED
HEAVY METAL SWICH GRASS 3' FROM TRAIL, 2' O.C.
PS Prunus serotina 2 1" CAL.CONT.MATCHED, SPECIMEN
BLACK CHERRY
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