Planning Commission
Regular MeetingPapillion, NE · July 27, 2022
Minutes
MINUTE CORD
PAPILLION PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
JULY 27, 2022
The Papillion Planning Commission met in open session at the Papillion City Hall Council
Chambers on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 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, Ray Keller, Jr., John E. Robinson III, Leanne
Sotak, Herb Thompson, and Wayne Wilson. Judy Emswiler was absent. Alternate member
Heather Bernady was not required to attend. Planning Director Travis Gibbons, Deputy City
Engineer Derek Goff, and Assistant City Attorney Carla Heathershaw- Risko 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 Sarpy County Guide on July 15,
2022. 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 Council
Chambers.
Approval of Agenda
Motion was made by Mr. Robinson III, seconded by Mr. Hrabik, to approve the agenda as
presented. Roll call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
Approval of the Planning Commission Minutes
Motion was made by Mr. Carson, seconded by Mr. Thompson, to approve the June 29, 2022
minutes. Roll Call: Seven yeas, no nays, one abstention from Mr. Robinson III. Motion carried.
FINAL PLAT
Final Plat—
A Final Plat for the property legally described as Part of the NE'/ 4 of Section 3, T13N,
R11 E of the 6th P. M., Sarpy County, NE, generally located on the SW corner of S 156th Street and
Schram Road. The applicant is HRC Industrial West, LLC. ( Sarpy West Industrial ( Phase 1)) FP-
22- 0002
Chairwoman Hoch called for the applicant.
Andrew Koster( TD2), 10836 Old Mill Road ( Omaha), stepped forward to represent the applicant.
He summarized that the request encompasses a single industrial lot. He stated that the applicant
was confident he could address the contingencies outlined in the Planning Commission Staff
Report.
Chairwoman Hoch called for discussion amongst the Commission.
Mr. Cason asked Mr. Koster to provide more detail regarding the request. Mr. Koster stated that
Phase 1 will include two 250,000 square foot multi- bay industrial buildings. He noted that Schram
Road, S 156th Street, and S 162nd Street would eventually be improved along the perimeter of
Sarpy West Industrial. Mr. Carson asked whether the product would be similar to R& R
Commerce Park. Mr. Koster answered in the affirmative.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Hrabik, seconded by Mr. Robinson III, to
recommend approval of the Sarpy West Industrial ( Phase 1) Final Plat ( FP- 22- 0002) 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.
Final Plat- A Final Plat for the property legally described as a replatting of the following described
properties: Tax Lot 6A1B3, Tax Lots 8A AND 8B, Tax Lot 7A, Tax Lot 14B1A, Tax Lot 34A and
Tax Lot 38, in the N 1/ 2 of Section 27, T14N, R12E of the 6th P. M.,
Sarpy County, NE, Tax Lot
7B in the SE 1/ 4 of the NE 1/ 4 of Section 28, T14N, R12E said Sarpy County, Lots 1, 2 and 3,
Chapman' s and Horn' s Addition, Lot 2, Dlouhy Addition Replat 1, and Lots 1 and 2, Dlouhy
Addition Replat 2, generally located on the NW corner of S Washington Street and Lincoln Street.
The applicant is the City of Papillion. ( Papillion Landing) FP- 22- 0003
Following Planning Commission consideration of the Papillion Landing Preliminary Plat
and Change of Zone, Chairwoman Hoch called for consideration of the Papillion Landing
Final Plat.
Chairwoman Hoch called for the applicant.
The applicant did not wish to provide additional testimony regarding this development.
Chairwoman Hoch called for discussion amongst the Commission.
With no Motion was made by Mr. Carson, seconded by Mr. Hrabik, to
further discussion,
recommend approval of the Papillion Landing Final Plat ( FP- 22- 0003) because it is generally
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with adjacent uses, and compliant with
Zoning and Subdivision Regulations. Roll Call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Large Project Special Use Permit- A Large Project Special Use Permit for the property legally
described as a portion of the SE1/ 4 and Tax Lot 8 of Section 34, T14N, R11E of the 6th P. M.,
Sarpy County, NE to be platted as Lot 8, Steel Ridge South, generally located on the NW corner
of Schram Road and S 156th Street. The applicant is Rotella' s Italian Bakery, Inc. ( Rotella' s Italian
Bakery at Steel Ridge South) SUP- 22- 0005
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing.
Dan Dolezal ( Earhart Griffin and Associates), 3552 Farnam Street ( Omaha), stepped forward to
represent the applicant. He displayed a copy of the project site plan and summarized that the
applicant is proposing a $ 50 million cold storage facility on the site. He noted that the applicant
currently rents cold storage space. Mr. Dolezal stated that the applicant has no objection to the
contingencies outlined in the Planning Commission Staff Report.
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John Rotella, 6949 S 108th Street( La Vista), stepped forward as the applicant and explained that
the goal of this facility is to improve logistics for Rotella' s Italian Bakery.
Chairwoman Hoch called for proponents and opponents. Seeing no further input, Chairwoman
Hoch closed the public hearing and called for Commission Discussion.
Mr. Carson asked Mr. Rotella for more information regarding the proposed operations of the cold
storage facility. Mr. Rotella stated that Rotella' s Italian Bakery freezes 100% of its product, and
that their factory produces bread around the clock. He offered a summary of their production and
storage processes, adding that having their own cold storage facility will streamline such
processes. He stated that he anticipates approximately 40 truckloads of product to be delivered
to the facility a day, and approximately 40 to 45 pickups per day. He added that the new facility
may lower some of the truck congestion at their La Vista site. Mr. Rotella stated that trucks would
likely access the cold storage facility via 1- 80 or HWY 370.
Mr. Carson asked the applicant when he anticipated construction would begin. Mr. Rotella stated
that his team would like to begin as soon as possible once the property was ready.
Mr. Carson asked staff whether there are any perceived issues with sewer service at this site.
Derek Goff stated that the SID plans to connect to an existing lift station, therefore, the sewer will
flow to the north. He noted that Sarpy County may be working on upgrades to this lift station. He
added that the building permit would be contingent upon sewer connection.
With no further discussion,
Motion was made by Mr. Keller, seconded by Mr. Hrabik, to
recommend approval of the Rotella' s Italian Bakery at Steel Ridge South Large Project Special
Use Permit ( SUP- 22- 0005) because it is generally consistent with the Comprehensive Plan,
generally consistent with the Streel Ridge South Final Plat, compatible with adjacent uses, and
compliant with Zoning 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 replatting of the
following described properties: Tax Lot 6A1B3, Tax Lots 8A AND 8B, Tax Lot 7A, Tax Lot 14B1A,
Tax Lot 34A and Tax Lot 38, in the N 1/ 2 of Section 27, T14N, R12E of the 6th P. M., Sarpy County,
NE, Tax Lot 7B in the SE 1/ 4 of the NE 1/ 4 of Section 28, T14N, R12E said Sarpy County, Lots
1, 2 and 3, Chapman' s and Horn' s Addition, Lot 2, Dlouhy Addition Replat 1, and Lots 1 and 2,
Dlouhy Addition Replat 2, generally located on the NW corner of S Washington Street and Lincoln
Street. The applicant is the City of Papillion. ( Papillion Landing) PP- 22- 0002
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing.
Travis Gibbons, 122 E 3rd Street, stepped forward to represent the applicant. He summarized that
a plat needed to be completed to accommodate the improvements at Papillion Landing and
combine several tax lots within City Park. He added that the Greco family( 430 W Lincoln Street)
and Dort family( 314 W Lincoln Street) dedicated land for the widening of Lincoln Street, and that
each family have agreed to allow the City to replat their properties to define the boundaries.
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Mr. Gibbons explained that there is currently a mix of AG Agricultural, R- 2 Single-family residential
Medium Density), R-4 Multiple Family Residential, and GC General Commercial zoning among
the Subject Properties, and the City is requesting to rezone to a singular R- 4 Zoning District. He
added that R-4 is being requested because it allows the existing uses and is more permissive in
terms of impervious coverage and building coverage allowances. Mr. Gibbons stated that the
request is a " housekeeping" task for the City.
Chairwoman Hoch called for proponents and opponents. Seeing no further input, Chairwoman
Hoch closed the public hearing and called for Commission Discussion.
Mr. Carson asked whether the Greco and Dort families were aware of the platting. Mr. Gibbons
answered in the affirmative.
Chairwoman Hoch asked whether the proposed plat and rezone would encourage the
rehabilitation of City Park outlined in the City's Parks Plan. Mr. Gibbons stated that the plat opens
the door for the type of improvements contemplated.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Carson, seconded by Mr. Hrabik, to
recommend approval of the Papillion Landing Preliminary Plat ( PP- 22- 0002) because it is
generally consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with adjacent uses, and compliant
with Zoning and Subdivision Regulations. Roll Call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
Change of Zone — A Change of Zone from AG Agricultural, R- 2 Single- Family Residential, R- 4
Multiple Family Residential, and GC General Commercial to R- 4 Multiple Family Residential for
the property legally described as a replatting of the following described properties: Tax Lot 6A1 B3,
Tax Lots 8A AND 8B, Tax Lot 7A, Tax Lot 14B1A, Tax Lot 34A and Tax Lot 38, in the N 1/ 2 of
Section 27, T14N, R12E of the 6th P. M., Sarpy County, NE, Tax Lot 7B in the SE 1/ 4 of the NE
1/ 4 of Section 28, T14N, R12E said Sarpy County, Lots 1, 2 and 3, Chapman' s and Horn' s
Addition, Lot 2, Dlouhy Addition Replat 1, and Lots 1 and 2, Dlouhy Addition Replat 2, generally
located on the NW corner of S Washington Street and Lincoln Street. The applicant is the City of
Papillion. ( Papillion Landing) CZ- 22- 0003
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing.
The applicant did not provide additional testimony regarding this project.
Chairwoman Hoch called for proponents and opponents. Seeing no further input, Chairwoman
Hoch closed the public hearing and called for Commission Discussion.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Hrabik, seconded by Mr. Robinson Ill, to
recommend approval of the Papillion Landing Change of Zone ( CZ- 22- 0003) because it is
generally consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with adjacent uses, and compliant
with Zoning and Subdivision Regulations. Roll Call: Eight yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
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OTHER BUSINESS
Mr. Gibbons thanked the Planning Commission for attending the Joint Housing Meeting on July
20, 2022.
With no further business to come before the Commission, Motion was made by Mr. Hrabik,
seconded by Mr. Robinson III, to adjourn. The meeting adjourned by unanimous consent at 7: 28
P. M.
CITY OF PAPILLION
Rebecca Hoch, Choman
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