Crown Hydro
Updated on 10/09/2013
The latest news on the Crown Hydro project proposed for Mill Ruins Park on the Downtown Minneapolis Riverfront (documents in reverse chronological order):
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Updated on 10/09/2013
The latest news on the Crown Hydro project proposed for Mill Ruins Park on the Downtown Minneapolis Riverfront (documents in reverse chronological order):
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*Note: The next meeting of the Mill District Neighborhood Association is Monday, September 16 at the Mill City Museum.
7:25 / "East Side/West Side" Chelle Stoner, Central Riverfront Resident
1) Initial concept: communication tool, goal: preventative actions to promote safety in neighborhood
2) Current concept: potential 3 tiered approach, structure (today, future)
3) MPD involvement, resources
4) DID involvement, resources
5) Questions, comments
6) Next steps (walk before we run), Objectives, Timelines
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Video of, and documents related to the March MDNA meeting (DEEP stands for Downtown East/Elliot Park):
VIDEO - "After the Vikings Stadium - Opportunity Sites for Development in Downtown East and Elliot Park" (best viewed in full screen mode):
DEEP 2100
DEEP: The Opportunity Part One
DEEP: The Opportunity Part Two
POSITION STATEMENT (2011)
The Medtrodome and the Future Development of Elliot Park and Downtown East
HISTORIC MILLS DISTRICT MASTER PLAN (1998/2001)
Historic Mills District Master Plan (update 2001)
Historic Mills District Master Plan (original 1998)
DOWNTOWN EAST / NORTH LOOP MASTER PLAN (2003)
Chapter 1 – Introduction and Background
Chapter 2 – Planning Complete Communities
MILL DISTRICT NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MARCH MEETING
After the Vikings Stadium - Opportunity Sites for Development in Downtown East and Elliot Park
Monday, March 18, 2013
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Mill City Museum (1st Floor Commons)
It's been 30 years since the Metrodome was built, yet the surrounding remains a vast wasteland of mostly empty surface parking lots. With the looming construction of the new Vikings Stadium Minneapolis, and our neighborhood, has a once in a generation chance to get it right and transform this dead-zone into a vibrant asset to our community.
Join David Fields, urban planning and community development expert, for an audio/visual presentation and discussion including:
- A look at specific underutilized (surface parking lots) properties in the district and what might be their prospects for development. Includes a unique view of the area using Google Earth visuals.
- “Downtown East/Elliot Park 2100: Building the 21st Century Urban Community” vision report that EPNI worked on with various urban design consultants to provide a framework for new development in the neighborhoods.
- An extended Q&A and discussion session with Mr. Fields.
Hosted by Judy Borger, Mill District resident and member of the Vikings Stadium Implementation Committee.
About David Fields
- Community Development Coordinator, Elliot Park Neighborhood Inc.
- Doctor of Philosophy, American Studies, University of Minnesota
- M.A. in American Studies, University of Minnesota
- B.A. Journalism & Mass Communications, University of Washington
Mr. Fields is the staff coordinator of the Building, Land Use & Housing citizen participation committee (BLUH), which deals with land use, zoning, and development issues in Elliot Park Neighborhood. He served as project manager for the Elliot Park Neighborhood Master Plan and has administered the business of the many citizen design and development review task forces that have been engaged with a variety of development proposals in Elliot Park. Mr. Fields has served in several commission and advisory capacities: a seven-year member of the Minneapolis Zoning Board of Adjustment; an Officer of the Central Community Housing Trust Board of Directors; a member of the Technical Advisory Committee for the City’s Downtown East/North Loop Master Plan. He teaches Urban Studies colloquia at the University of Minnesota.
MILL DISTRICT NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION FEBRUARY MEETING
WHEN - Monday, February 18, 2013 / 6:30PM – 8:00 PM
WHERE - Mill City Museum
6th Floor ADM Conference Room
Enter at 710 2nd Street South - Arrive early to assure a seat
AGENDA
6:30 / Introductions
6:40 / Michelle Kelm-Helgen, Chair of the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority
- Audio visual presentation on the Vikings Stadium project
- Updated project timeline
- Neighborhood feedback, Q&A
7:15 / Ken Searl, Neighborhood Safety & Prevention Committee
- Progress report
- Recruitment of building representatives
7:20 / Steve Minn, Principal with Lupe Development and Gretchen Camp, Partner at BKV Group
- Audio visual presentation on the Mill City Quarter Project
- Residential/Commercial project located on 2nd St. S. between 3rd & 5th Ave. S.
- Updated plans & design
- Q&A, Neighborhood feedback
8:00 / Adjournment
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COMMITTEE MEETING
8:05 / Ken Searl, Neighborhood Safety & Prevention Committee
- Renee M. Allen, Crime Prevention Specialist, Minneapolis Police Dept.
- Status update & planning
MILL DISTRICT NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION JANUARY MEETING
WHEN - Monday, January 21, 2013 / 6:30PM – 8:00 PM
WHERE - Mill City Museum
6th Floor ADM Conference Room
Enter at 710 2nd Street South - Arrive early to assure a seat
AGENDA
6:30 / Introductions
6:40 / Steve Minn, Principal with Lupe Development and Gretchen Camp, Partner at BKV Group
- Audio visual presentation on the Mill City Quarter Project
- Residential/Commercial project located on 2nd St. S. between 3rd & 5th Ave. S.
- Update on preliminary plans & design
- Status update on project
7:30 / Ken Searl, Neighborhood Crime & Safety Committee
- Progress report
- Crime report summary
- Building recruitment
7:45 / David Tinjum, Preview of 2013
- Commercial & Residential Development
- Riverfirst
- Central Riverfront Master Plan
- Gold Medal Park
- Vikings Stadium Implementation
- Waterworks Park/Mill Ruins Park 2.0
- And much more...
8:00 / Adjournment
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MILL DISTRICT NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION NOVEMBER MEETING
WHEN - Monday, November 19, 2012 / 6:30PM – 8:00 PM
WHERE - Mill City Museum
6th Floor ADM Conference Room
Enter at 710 2nd Street South - Arrive early to assure a seat
AGENDA
6:30 / Introductions
6:40 / Steve Minn, Principal, Lupe Development
- Mill City Quarter Project
- Residential/Commercial project located on 2nd St. S. between 3rd & 5th Ave. S.
- Review Preliminary Plans & Design
7:10 / Jennifer Jundt, General Manager, JJ's Coffee Company at Open Book
- New Company Introduction
7:20 / Renee Allen, Crime Prevention Specialist, Minneapolis Police Department:
- Introduction
- Partnering with the Mill District Neighborhood
7:40 / John Irwin, President, Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
- Formation of a Neighborhood Crime & Safety Committee
8:00 / Adjournment
Date & Time for the October Meeting:
Monday, October 15, 2012 / 6:30PM – 8:00 PM
Mill City Museum
6th Floor ADM Conference Room
Enter at 710 2nd Street South
6:30 PM |
Call to order, introductions |
6:40 PM |
Lisa Goodman, Minneapolis City Council Member, Ward 7 - Downtown Update - Q&A – Bring your “big picture” questions and topics. |
7:10 PM |
Martha Archer, Executive Director, Mill City Farmers Market - Expansion plans for the Farmers Market - Ideas and feedback discussion |
7:40 PM |
Updates / discussion on priorities & projects (alphabetical order): - Central Riverfront Master Planning Process - Crime & Safety - Gold Medal Park - Residential Building Liaison Project / Dana Kirkemo - Second St. Greening & Walkability - Vikings Stadium Implementation - Water Works Park (Fuji Ya site) |
8:00 PM |
Adjournment |
"Shaping the Future of the Minneapolis Riverfront” - Central Riverfront Master Planning with the MPRB
When: Monday, September 17, 2012 / 6:30PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Mill City Museum (main floor commons)
Join your neighbors and the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board in shaping the future of the Central Riverfront of Minneapolis. It’s been more than two decades since the last Master Plan for this part of the river was completed. Learn about potential projects, the planning process, and how local residents can assist in shaping the future:
-- Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board Commissioners Anita Tabb and Liz Wielinski will discuss the past, present, and ideas for the future of the Central Riverfront.
-- Andrew Caddock, MPRB Project Manager, will review the Master Planning Process and highlight opportunities for the future at key parks. The end result of this process will be a new Master Plan for the Central Riverfront.
-- “Open Mic”: Engage the MPRB in a question & answer session.
-- Parks that may be impacted include: Boom Island, Father Hennepin Bluffs - Upper & Lower, Mill Ruins Park, Water Works Park (old Fuji Ya site)
All residents, from both sides of the Central Riverfront, are encouraged to attend.
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