Limited Area Star Lake Comprehensive Plan. Neighborhood Meeting March 30, 2016

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1 Limited Area Star Lake Comprehensive Plan Neighborhood Meeting March 30, 2016

2 Introductions Otter Tail County White Earth Nation SRF Consulting Group 2

3 Purpose of Tonight s Meeting Overview of Study being conducted Update of proposed development Overview of environmental process Overview of study schedule Listening session regarding transportation and land use issues and concerns 3

4 Comprehensive Plan s Goal? The purpose of the study review is to better understand and plan for potential changes in transportation, utilities, land use, recreation, housing, and more. 4

5 County Context - Study Area 5

6 County Overview - Study Area 6

7 Plan Context - Study Area 7

8 Limited Area - Study Area 8

9 Components of the Comprehensive Plan 1. Coordination with Study Team 2. Data Collection and Preparation of the Study 3. Transportation and Land Use Evaluation 4. System Improvements Identification 5. Cost Participation Policy Development 6. Implementation Plan 7. Public Involvement 9

10 1. Coordination with the Study Team Members include: Otter Tail County White Earth Nation MnDOT Star Lake Township Star Lake Property Owners Association SRF Consulting Group Purpose is to guide study process, discuss study materials, and review recommendations Consistent coordination with PMT 10

11 3. Transportation/Land Use Evaluation Traffic operations Access Safety Land use changes in area Emergency services Environmental resource review Area impacts / shared benefits 11

12 6. Implementation Plan Outline transportation and land use effects Summarize transportation and land use improvement needs Outline costs to maintain/mitigate/improve system Summarize stakeholder cost share Documentation 12

13 7. Public Involvement Engage public regarding issues/concerns (today s neighborhood meeting) Follow up with technical information regarding system evaluation (Open House planned for mid-may) Discuss study recommendations and implementation plan (Final neighborhood meeting mid/late June) 13

14 Proposed Development Components Potential program elements Conceptual renderings and Site Plan 14

15 Proposed Development Components 15

16 Proposed Development Components 16

17 Proposed Development Components 17

18 Proposed Development Components 18

19 Proposed Development Components 19

20 Proposed Development Components 20

21 NEPA Documentation Decision Is BIA funding necessary to complete the action? NO Will the Is the action affect action YES YES the human exempt NO environment? from NEPA? NO YES NEPA documentation required NEPA document NOT required 21

22 Environmental Assessment Process Determine appropriateness of EA & define Purpose and Need Conduct in-house review to identify issues and alternatives Hold Public meetings (as deemed appropriate) to identify issues Are effects Significant? YES Prepare an EIS Complete necessary studies to gather background data and analyze effects NO Prepare EA to document effects Publish notice that EA and FONSI are available for review 22

23 Federal Environmental Review Process Federal Environmental Review Process (Tribal Trust Property) Determine Appropriate Level of Review (NEPA Documentation) Identify Project and Environmental Features We are here Assess Potential Impacts Identify Strategies to Avoid or Mitigate Impacts Federal Clearances (Finding of No Significant Impact or Categorical Exclusion) Federal Agency Permits

24 Minnesota Environmental Review Process Minnesota Environmental Review Process for Non-Tribal Trust Land Determine if environmental review is mandatory (EAW) We are here If not mandatory, Otter Tail County (RGU) determines if EAW is warranted for portions of development off Tribal Trust Land If EAW is mandatory... Acquire state and local permits

25 Study Schedule 25

26 Future Public Involvement Opportunities Public Meeting with technical information regarding system evaluation Mid-May 2016 Public Meeting with study recommendations and implementation plan Mid/Late-June 2016 Project Updates and Materials County website: 26

27 Seeking Feedback Facilitated walk through of key issue/concern/opportunity areas Quality of Life Public Facilities/Services Transportation Natural Resources Land Use/Growth Management Demographics General Provide your thoughts / take survey 27

28 Seeking Feedback Quality of Life What are five positive aspects that contribute most to your quality of life in Star Lake Township? Such as: Rural character - agricultural use of land Proximity to Maplewood State Park Water quality of nearby lakes 28

29 Seeking Feedback Quality of Life What are five potential challenges impacting your quality of life in Star Lake Township? Such as: Reduction in rural character and agricultural use of land Changes to housing availability and/or affordability Traffic safety 29

30 Seeking Feedback Public Facilities Describe the extent to which the following services meet your needs in Star Lake Township; such as: Access to Social Services Day Care Services Electric Service 30

31 Seeking Feedback Transportation Select the top three areas of concern related to vehicular transportation in the Star Lake Township; such as: Congestion Lack of roadway connections Speed on roadways 31

32 Seeking Feedback Natural Resources How important are natural resources, in general, for your sense of place, quality of life, and your vision of Star Lake Township s future? Such as: Not at all important Somewhat important Very important 32

33 Seeking Feedback Natural Resources If you are aware of any surface water quality problems within Star Lake Township; what do you perceive to be the two biggest sources of this problem? Such as: Agricultural stormwater runoff Residential septic systems Recreational use of water bodies 33

34 Seeking Feedback Land Use Please state your level of agreement with the following statements; such as: Star Lake Township needs more commercial areas to provide jobs, services, and retail shopping opportunities. 34

35 Seeking Feedback Land Use What are the top five elements that should be considered in making future development decisions in Star Lake Township? Such as: Land use compatibility Building aesthetics Maintaining scenic views 35

36 Seeking Feedback Demographics Which statement best describes your residency/ownership in Star Lake Township? Such as: Non-farm year-round resident Farm year-round resident Seasonal resident 36

37 Study Contacts Study Contacts Rick West, PE County Engineer/Public Works Director (218) Eugene (Zeke) Klinke Shooting Star Public Relations Coordinator (218) Craig Vaughn, PE, PTOE Study Consultant (763)

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39 Contact Information Limited Area Star Lake Comprehensive Plan Otter Tail County Rick West, PE County Engineer/Public Works Director (218) SRF Consulting Group Craig Vaughn, PE, PTOE Study Consultant (763) White Earth Nation Eugene (Zeke) Klinke Shooting Star Public Relations Coordinator (218)