Thursday, October 21, 2010

MPC Meeting Summary October 2010

This is a summary of the action taken.
For more details or an official copy of the minutes please contact
Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
October 18, 2010, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN


The meeting was called to order, at 6:35 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.


Other members present were Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield, Mayor Scott Carmichael, and Vice-Mayor Randy Nicholson. Mrs. Nikki Bufalino and Mr. Larry Pardue absences were excused.

A motion was made and properly seconded to amend the agenda to include the appointment of a secretary. (Passed unanimously, 4 in favor 0 against)

Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Special meeting minutes of August 16, 2010. (Passed unanimously, 4 in favor 0 against)
Regular meeting minutes of September 20, 2010. (Passed unanimously, 4 in favor 0 against)

Public Discussion:
Public comments were deferred to the time of the agenda item. (See a copy of the official minutes for more details)

• Appointment of a Secretary for the Municipal Planning Commission.
A motion was made and properly seconded to appoint Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield as secretary to serve the balance of the year.

Old Business: None

New Business:

1. Action on a recommendation to the BOC for approval of Preliminary Development Plan Amendment & Secondary Detailed Development Plan – Kensington Manor.
A motion was made and properly to recommend to the Board of Commissioners approve of the Amended Preliminary Development Plan dated September 24, 2010, and the Secondary Detailed Development Plan (Phase 1) dated October 13, 2010 for Kensington Manor subject to the following conditions:

1. Substantial compliance with the Preliminary Development Plan dated March 6, 2008, as amended by the PDP dated September 24, 2010, including but not limited to all items listed under “Plans Reviewed” in this staff report.
2. The SDDP for Phases 1 & 2, approved by BOC on 6-12-08, as well as the subsequently approved construction plans, shall become void when the SDDP for the new Phase 1, dated October 13, 2010, is approved by the BOC.
3. On SDDP Page P7, remove note 11 concerning public access on all common open spaces.
4. Show separate 15 foot wide easements for all storm and sanitary sewer improvements crossing the COS and Conservation Easements. These need to be placed on the Preliminary Plat (SDDP).
5. The improvements near the east side of the Chambers Chapel r-w, at the adjacent pond, should be pulled back into the r-w of Chambers Chapel Road. These need to be placed on the Preliminary Plat (SDDP).
6. Insert the following note on the Preliminary Plat (SDDP): “All Storm Sewers and Sanitary Sewer System inside Public Easements will be owned and maintained by the City of Lakeland.
7. An updated detailed Traffic Study Report to be submitted to the Board of Commissioners for review.

Motion passed unanimously, 4 in favor 0 against.

Reports of Officers and Committees: None

Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:40 PM. (Passed unanimously, 4 in favor, 0 against)

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

MPC September Meeting Summary 2010

This is a summary of the action taken.
For more details or an official copy of the minutes please contact
Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
September 20, 2010, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN


The meeting was called to order, at 6:30 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.


Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino, Mayor Scott Carmichael, Vice-Mayor Randy Nicholson and Mr. Larry Pardue.

Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of June 21, 2010. (Passed unanimously, 7 in favor 0 against)

Public Discussion: None

Old Business: None

New Business:
1. Action on a recommendation to the BOC for approval to amend the PDP phasing and expiration plan – Equestria Planned Development.
A motion was made and properly to recommend to the Board of Commissioners approve of the request for a PDP amendment as outlined by City staff with the following conditions:
• The approved SDDP for Phase 1 shall be voided prior to any new SDDP being approved for the new phasing configuration.
• Substantial compliance with the Preliminary Development Plan approved by the BOC on October 4, 2007.

Motion passed unanimously, 7 in favor 0 against.

2. Action on a recommendation to the BOC for acceptance of Public Improvements (EOW – 1 yr after BOC approval) – Herons Ridge S/D, Section B.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners acceptance of Public Improvements for Herons Ridge S/D, Section B.

Motion passed unanimously, 7 in favor 0 against.

3. Action on a recommendation regarding a proposed ordinance to regulate outdoor vending.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners approval of the outdoor vending standards contained in the staff report and the drafting of a proposed ordinance to regulate outdoor vending machines. (Copy of Staff Report on file)

Motion passed unanimously, 7 in favor 0 against.

4. Discussion regarding Shopping Center Signs.
Discussion only, no action was taken.

5. Discussion on Housing Report.
Discussion only, no action was taken.

Reports of Officers and Committees: None

Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:35 PM. (Passed unanimously, 7 in favor, 0 against)

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

MPC March Meeting Summary 2010

This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
March 15, 2010, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN


The meeting was called to order, at 6:35 PM by Vice-Chairman Larry Pardue.


Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mayor Scott Carmichael, and Vice-Mayor Randy Nicholson. Chairman Susan Mitchell was present at 6:38 PM and Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield was present at 6:39 PM. Mrs. Nikki Bufalino absence was excused.


Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of February 16, 2010. (Passed unanimously, 4 in favor 0 against)


Public Discussion: None

New Business: (The order of business was changed by unanimous consent)
1. Action on approval of Construction Drawings – Lakeview Subdivision.
A motion was made and properly to approve the Construction Drawings for Lakeview Subdivision.

Motion passed 5 in favor 0 against and 1 abstention. (Members present at 6:38 PM & 6:39 PM included in vote)

Old Business:
1. Action on future meeting schedule.
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item definitely to the next regular meeting.

Motion passed unanimously, 6 in favor 0 against.

Reports of Officers and Committees: None


Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 6:50 PM. (Passed unanimously, 6 in favor, 0 against)

Thursday, February 18, 2010

MPC February Meeting Summary 2010

This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
February 16, 2010, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN


The meeting was called to order, at 6:32 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.


Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield, and Vice-Mayor Randy Nicholson. Mayor Scott Carmichael, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino, and Mr. Larry Pardue absences were excused.


Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of January 19, 2010. (Passed unanimously, 4 in favor 0 against)
Special meeting minutes of February 01, 2010. (Passed unanimously, 4 in favor 0 against)

Public Discussion: None

Reports of Officers and Committees:
• Lakeland Land Development Regulations Project Status.

Old Business: None

New Business: (The order of business was changed by unanimous consent)
2. Action on legal issues for review by D. Lakin, per commission’s request – Land Development Regulations.
A motion was made and properly to postpone this item definitely to the next called meeting.

Motion passed unanimously, 4 in favor 0 against.

1. Action on future meeting schedule.
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item definitely to the next regular meeting.

Motion passed unanimously, 4 in favor 0 against.


Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:20 PM. (Passed unanimously, 4 in favor, 0 against)

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

MPC January Meeting Summary 2010

This is a summary of the action taken.
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Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
January 19, 2010, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN


The meeting was called to order, at 6:31 PM by Mayor Scott Carmichael.


Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino,
Vice-Mayor Randy Nicholson and Mr. Larry Pardue. Mrs. Susan Mitchell was absent.

Election of Officers:
Mrs. Susan Mitchell was elected Chairman.
Mr. Larry Pardue was elected Vice-Chairman.
Mrs. Dianne Baldi was elected Secretary.

Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of December 22, 2009. (Passed, 5 in favor 0 against 1 abstention)
Special meeting minutes of January 05, 2010. (Passed unanimously, 6 in favor 0 against)

Public Discussion: None

Reports of Officers and Committees:
• Summary of Discussion from MPC-BOC Joint Session, 1/05/10.

Old Business: None

New Business:
1. Action on an appeal of a DRC decision regarding the denial of a fence permit for the property located at 10384 Juniper Creek Drive.
A motion was made and properly seconded to deny the appeal, the DRC interpretation is correct based on the applicable provisions in the City Code.

Motion passed unanimously, 6 in favor 0 against.

2. Discussion and possible action on Retail Typologies Study by RCLCO for the Land Development Regulations.
A motion was made and property seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners for Type III Commercial, the board agrees with what has been agreed upon and go along with what is not agreed upon by the EDC recommendation that is in blue. (See copy on file)

Motion passed unanimously, 6 in favor 0 against.

A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners for Type IV Commercial; the agreed upon areas are good and should remain so. Strike the fourth row from the template and go with the EDC recommendations of 50K for each line. (See copy on file)

Motion passed unanimously, 6 in favor 0 against.

Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:35 PM. (Passed unanimously, 6 in favor, 0 against)

Thursday, October 22, 2009

MPC October Meeting Summary 2009

This is a summary of the action taken.
For more details or an official copy of the minutes please contact
Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
October 19, 2009, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN


The meeting was called to order, at 6:35 PM by Vice-Chairman Kathleen Brasfield.


Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino, and Vice-Mayor Mark Randy Nicholson. Chairman Susan Mitchell and Mayor Scott Carmichael absences were excused.

Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of September 21, 2009. (Passed 3 in favor 0 against and 1 abstention)

Public Discussion: Deferred to the time of the agenda item. (For more details see copy of the official minutes)

Reports of Officers and Committees: None

Old Business: None

New Business:
1. Action on a recommendation to rezone the Waters Edge property from C-2 to R-1 by adjusting an existing zoning boundary.
A motion was made and properly seconded to recommend to the Board of Commissioners the rezoning of Parcel 1 of the Waters Edge property from the present zoning to R-1 as per the legal description of Parcel 1. (See copy of legal description on file)

Motion passed unanimously, 4 in favor 0 against.

2. Action on approval of 2010 Annual Filing & Meeting Schedule.
A motion was made and property seconded to approve the 2010 Annual Filing and Meeting Schedule. (Passed unanimously, 4 in favor 0 against)

3. Action on appointment of MPC Liaison to the Economic Development Commission.
A motion was made and properly seconded to appoint Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield as the MPC Liaison to the Economic Development Commission. (Passed unanimously, 4 in favor 0 against)

4. Action on MPC guidance concerning exception to Lakeland’s Major Road Plan regarding Harding Academy.
A motion was made and properly seconded to approve the letter from MPC dated 9/28/09 as apart of the record defining the Planning Commission’s rationale for deviating from the Major Road Plan (Comprehensive Plan) in regard to MPC’s approval recommendation of the Harding Academy PDP. (Passed 2 in favor 1 against and 1 abstention) (See copy of letter on file)

Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:55 PM. (Passed unanimously, 4 in favor, 0 against)

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

MPC August Meeting Summary2009

This is a summary of the action taken.
For more details or an official copy of the minutes please contact
Lakeland City Hall (901) 867-2717

Municipal Planning Commission
Regular Meeting
August 17, 2009, 6:30 PM
City Hall, Lakeland, TN


The meeting was called to order, at 6:30 PM by Chairman Susan Mitchell.


Other members present were Mrs. Dianne Baldi, Mr. Don Barber, Mrs. Kathleen Brasfield, Mrs. Nikki Bufalino, Mayor Scott Carmichael and Vice-Mayor Mark Hartz.

Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Regular meeting minutes of July 20, 2009. (Passed unanimously, 7 in favor 0 against)

Public Discussion:
Public comments were heard from the audience and at the time of the agenda item. (For more detailed information see a copy of the regular minutes)

Reports of Officers and Committees: None

Old Business:
1. Action on approval of Preliminary Development Plan – Harding Academy.
A motion was made and properly seconded to postpone this item definitely to the next regularly scheduled meeting. (Passed unanimously, 7 in favor 0 against)

New Business: None

Adjournment:
A motion was made and properly seconded to adjourn the meeting at 9:07 PM. (Passed unanimously, 7 in favor, 0 against)