Limited Area Star Lake Comprehensive Plan Neighborhood Meeting March 30, 2016
Introductions Otter Tail County White Earth Nation SRF Consulting Group 2
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
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
County Context - Study Area 5
County Overview - Study Area 6
Plan Context - Study Area 7
Limited Area - Study Area 8
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
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
3. Transportation/Land Use Evaluation Traffic operations Access Safety Land use changes in area Emergency services Environmental resource review Area impacts / shared benefits 11
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
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
Proposed Development Components Potential program elements Conceptual renderings and Site Plan 14
Proposed Development Components 15
Proposed Development Components 16
Proposed Development Components 17
Proposed Development Components 18
Proposed Development Components 19
Proposed Development Components 20
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
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
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
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
Study Schedule 25
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: http://www.co.otter-tail.mn.us/1150/ 26
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Study Contacts Study Contacts Rick West, PE County Engineer/Public Works Director (218) 998-8470 rwest@co.otter-tail.mn.us Eugene (Zeke) Klinke Shooting Star Public Relations Coordinator (218) 936-6723 eklinke@starcasino.com Craig Vaughn, PE, PTOE Study Consultant (763) 249-6774 cvaughn@srfconsulting.com 37
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Contact Information Limited Area Star Lake Comprehensive Plan Otter Tail County Rick West, PE County Engineer/Public Works Director (218) 998-8470 rwest@co.otter-tail.mn.us SRF Consulting Group Craig Vaughn, PE, PTOE Study Consultant (763) 249-6774 cvaughn@srfconsulting.com White Earth Nation Eugene (Zeke) Klinke Shooting Star Public Relations Coordinator (218) 936-6723 eklinke@starcasino.com www.co.otter-tail.mn.us/1150/limited-star-lake-area-comprehensive-pla www.surveymonkey.com/r/starlakecompplan