Planning Commission
Regular MeetingPapillion, NE · August 28, 2019
Minutes
MINUTE RECORD
PAPILLION PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
AUGUST 28, 2019
The Papillion Planning Commission met in open session at the Papillion City Hall Council
Chambers on Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at 7: 00 PM. Chairwoman Rebecca Hoch called the
meeting to order. Planning Assistant Andrea Blevins called the roll. Planning Commission
members present were Howard Carson, Jim Hrabik, Raymond Keller Jr., Jim Masters, John E.
Robinson Ill, Judy Sunde, Herb Thompson, and Wayne Wilson. Leanne Sotak and Wayne Wilson
were absent. Planning Director Mark Stursma, City Attorney Alan Thelen, Assistant Planning
Director Travis Gibbons, City Planner Michelle Romeo, and Staff Engineer Derek Goff were also
present.
Chairwoman Hoch led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Notice of the meeting was given in advance by publication in the Papillion Times on August 14,
2019. A copy of proof of publication is on file at the office of the City Clerk.
Chairwoman Hoch announced that a copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted in the City Council
Chambers.
Approval of Agenda
Motion was made by Mr. Masters, seconded by Mr. Thompson, to approve the agenda as
presented. Roll call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion passes.
Approval of the Planning Commission Minutes
Motion was made by Mr. Carson, seconded by Mr. Robinson III, to approve the July 31, 2019
minutes. Roll Call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
FINAL PLATS
Final Plat— A Final Plat for the property legally described as Tax Lot 5, Tax Lot P, Tax Lot E and
Tax Lot D1A located in the SW 1/ 4 of Section 6, T13N, R13E of the 6th P. M.,
Sarpy County, NE,
generally located SE of the intersection of S 60th St and Maass Rd. The applicant is Martin
Stepanek. ( Stepanek Farms) FP- 19-0007
Consideration of this item occurred after the Motion and Vote for the Stepanek Farms
Change of Zone.
Upon completion of the Motion and Vote on the Stepanek Farms Change of Zone, Chairwoman
Hoch called for consideration of the Stepanek Farms Final Plat.
Joe Dethlefs, 10836 Old Mill Road ( Omaha), stepped forward to represent the applicant.
Chairwoman Hoch called for discussion amongst the Commission.
With no further discussion,
Motion was made by Mr. Carson, seconded by Mr. Hrabik, to
recommend approval of the Stepanek Farms Final Plat ( FP- 19- 0007) because it is
generally
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with adjacent uses, and compliant with
Zoning and Subdivision regulations, contingent upon the resolution of staff comments. Roll Call:
Eight yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Preliminary Plat— A Preliminary Plat for the property legally described as Tax Lot 5, Tax Lot P,
6th
Tax Lot E and Tax Lot D1A located in the SW 'A of Section 6, T13N, R13E of the P. M., Sarpy
County, NE, generally located SE of the intersection of S 60th St and Maass Rd. The applicant is
Martin Stepanek. ( Stepanek Farms) PP- 19- 0003
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing.
Joe Dethlefs, 10836 Old Mill Road ( Omaha), stepped forward to represent the applicant.
Chairwoman Hoch asked Mr. Dethlefs to provide an overview of the project. Mr. Dethlefs
explained that the Preliminary Plat proposes to subdivide the property in question into three total
lots. He added that one lot would be zoned RE Rural Residential Estates, and the remaining two
outlots would remain agricultural. Mr. Dethlefs stated that Outlot A will be sold to a neighboring
property owner and Outlot B will be retained as farmland until redeveloped in the future.
Chairwoman Hoch called for proponents and Seeing no further public input,
opponents.
Chairwoman Hoch closed the public hearing and called for Commission Discussion.
Mr. Carson asked whether the applicant was confident that he could address the contingencies
listed in the Planning Commission Staff Report. Mr. Dethlefs answered in the affirmative. He
added that City Council has approved a well permit for Lot 1.
Mr. Masters noted that Section III, D, 4 of the Planning Commission Staff Report states that the
use of well and septic systems on Lot 1 are to be temporary in nature. He asked for clarification
on the intent of the word " temporary" within this reference. Mr. Dethlefs explained that the details
of such temporary connection would be addressed within the Subdivision Agreement for the
development. He added that well or septic failure on Lot 1 in the future may initiate the need for
a connection to sewer and water systems. Mr. Stursma concurred with Mr. Dethlefs.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Carson, seconded by Ms. Sunde, to
recommend approval of the Stepanek Farms Preliminary Plat ( PP- 19- 0003) because it is
generally consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with adjacent uses, and compliant
with Zoning and Subdivision regulations, contingent upon the resolution of staff comments. Roll
Call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
Change of Zone - A Change of Zone from AG Agricultural to RE Rural Residential Estates for
the property legally described as Tax Lot 5, Tax Lot P, Tax Lot E and Tax Lot D1A located in the
6th
SW 1/4 of Section 6, T13N, R13E of the P. M., Sarpy County, NE, generally located SE of the
applicant is Martin Stepanek. ( Stepanek Farms) CZ-
60th
intersection of S St and Maass Rd. The
19- 0003
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing.
Joe Dethlefs, 10836 Old Mill Road ( Omaha), stepped forward to represent the applicant.
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Chairwoman Hoch called for proponents and Seeing no further public input,
opponents.
Chairwoman Hoch closed the public hearing and called for Commission Discussion.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Hrabik, seconded by Mr. Carson, to
recommend approval of the Stepanek Farms Change of Zone ( CZ- 19- 0003) because it is
generally consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with adjacent uses, and compliant
with Zoning and Subdivision regulations, contingent upon the resolution of staff comments. Roll
Call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
Preliminary Plat - A Preliminary Plat for the property legally described as a tract of land located
6th
in the W '/ 2 of the NW '/ a of Section 2, T13N, R11 E of the P. M., Sarpy County, NE, generally
156th
located on the SE corner of S St and Schram Rd. The applicant is R& R Realty Group. ( R& R
Commerce Park South) PP- 19- 0007
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing.
The applicant was not present.
Chairwoman Hoch called for proponents and opponents.
Jene Petersen, 15514 Capehart Road, stepped forward to support the construction of S 156th
Street south to Schram Road. She expressed concerns regarding a proposed road that would run
east to west along the southern portion of the subject property.
Seeing no further public input, Chairwoman Hoch left the public hearing open and called for
Commission Discussion.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Masters, seconded by Mr. Hrabik, to
recommend continuance of the public hearing for the R& R Commerce Park South Preliminary
Plat ( PP- 19- 0007) to a time when the applicant and staff are ready to present the project. Roll
Call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
Change of Zone - A Change of Zone from AG Agricultural to LI Limited Industrial for the property
legally described as a tract of land located in the W 1/ 2 of the NW IA of Section 2, T13N, R11 E of
the 6th P. M., Sarpy County, NE, generally located on the SE corner of S 156th St and Schram Rd.
The applicant is R& R Realty Group. ( R& R Commerce Park South) CZ- 19- 0007
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing.
The applicant was not present.
Chairwoman Hoch called for proponents and Seeing no further public input,
opponents.
Chairwoman Hoch left the public hearing open and called for Commission Discussion.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Hrabik, seconded by Mr. Keller, to
recommend continuance of the public hearing for the R& R Commerce Park South Change of
Zone ( CZ- 19- 0007) to a time when the applicant and staff are ready to present the project. Roll
Call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
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Large Project Special Use Permit - A Large Project Special Use Permit for the property legally
described as a tract of land located in the W 1/2 of the NW '/ of Section 2, T13N, R11E of the 6th
P. M., Sarpy County, NE, generally located on the SE corner of S 156th St and Schram Rd. The
applicant is R& R Realty Group. ( R& R Commerce Park South) SUP- 19- 0005
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing.
The applicant was not present.
Chairwoman Hoch for
proponents and opponents. Seeing no further public input,
called
Chairwoman Hoch left the public hearing open and called for Commission Discussion.
Ms. Sunde asked staff to address the public comment provided during consideration of the R& R
Commerce Park South Preliminary Plat. Mr. Stursma explained that consideration of a potential
east to west street connection proposed on the south side of the subject property was requested
by staff to accommodate future development on the property to the south.
With no further discussion,
Motion was made by Mr. Keller, seconded by Ms. Sunde, to
recommend continuance of the public hearing for the R& R Commerce Park South Large Project
Special Use Permit ( SUP- 19- 0005) to a time when the applicant and staff are ready to present
the project. Roll Call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
Comprehensive Plan Amendment — A Comprehensive Plan Amendment to amend all maps
attached to or otherwise made a part of the Comprehensive Plan ( including
all approved
amendments) to reflect the boundary established between the City of Papillion and the City of
Gretna as depicted in the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement, dated April 16, 2019, for the
establishment of such boundary. The applicant is the City of Papillion. ( Gretna Boundary
Agreement Comprehensive Plan Amendment) CPA- 19- 0004
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing.
Mark Stursma, 122 E 3rd Street, stepped forward to represent the applicant. He explained that the
purpose of the request is to amend all maps associated with the Comprehensive Plan to reflect
the recent Boundary Agreement between the City of Papillion and the City of Gretna.
Chairwoman Hoch called for proponents Seeing no further public input,
and opponents.
Chairwoman Hoch closed the public hearing and called for Commission Discussion.
Mr. Hrabik asked whether boundary agreements are related to the cross- connections of sewer
and water services. Mr. Stursma noted that knowing the potential future boundaries of each
jurisdiction is helpful in the planning of infrastructure needs for future development.
Mr. Masters commended the cities for working collaboratively.
Mr. Keller asked staff to clarify the map included in the Planning Commission Staff Report. Mr.
Stursma displayed the map and offered a brief overview. He reiterated that any map related to
the Comprehensive Plan would be amended to honor the boundary agreement with Gretna.
Mr. Carson asked whether Gretna was supportive of the amendment. Mr. Stursma noted that the
need to amend the Comprehensive Plan was outlined in the Boundary Agreement executed by
both municipalities.
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Ms. Sunde asked for clarification on the scope of the previous Boundary Agreement. Mr. Stursma
explained that the previous Boundary Agreement with Gretna extended 1- 80 to
along
approximately S 180th Street.
Chairwoman Hoch asked why the boundary line jogs to the east at S 192nd Street. Mr. Stursma
noted that this was a compromise to allow the City of Papillion to have presence at the pending
interstate interchange proposed near S 192nd Street. He noted that Gretna is in the process of
annexing properties near the proposed interchange.
Mr. Hrabik noted that the Papillion boundary never crosses 1- 80. Mr. Stursma confirmed. He
added that he there is language within the Boundary Agreement to amend the boundary
agreement if the alignment of the proposed interchange changes.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Masters, seconded by Mr. Hrabik, to
recommend approval of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment related to the 2019 Boundary
Agreement with the City of Gretna( CPA- 19- 0004) because the request is consistent with the 2019
Boundary Agreement between the City of Papillion and the City of Gretna, and in compliance with
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 19- 901 and Neb. Rev. Stat. § 19- 903. Roll Call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion
carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
Chairwoman Hoch acknowledged Mr. Keller's students in the gallery.
With no further business to come before the Commission, Motion was made by Mr. Keller,
seconded by Mr. Thompson, to adjourn. The meeting adjourned by unanimous consent at 7: 38
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