Planning Commission
Regular MeetingPapillion, NE · April 26, 2023
Minutes
MINUTE RECORD
PAPILLION PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
APRIL 26, 2023
The Papillion Planning Commission met in open session at the Papillion City Hall Council
Chambers on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 7: 00 PM. Chairwoman Rebecca Hoch called the
meeting to order. Planning & Legal Clerk Tarja Koistila called the roll, Planning Commission
members present were Howard Carson, Michael Erdman, Jim Hrabik, John E. Robinson III,
Raymond Keller Jr., Wayne Wilson, Leanne Sotak and Herb Thompson. Alternate member
Heather Bernady was not required to attend. Planning Director Travis Gibbons, Senior Planner
Michelle Romeo, Planner I Kevin Pflager, Deputy City Engineer Derek Goff, and City Attorney
Alan Thelen 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 Times on April 5,
2023. Copies of proof of publication are 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. Keller, seconded by Mr. Robinson III, to approve the agenda as
presented. Roll call: Nine yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
Approval of the Planning Commission Minutes
Motion was made by Mr. Keller, seconded by Mr. Hrabik, to approve the March 29, 2023 minutes.
Roll Call: Nine yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
FINAL PLATS
Final Plat — A request for a Final Plat for the property legally described as part of NW 1/ 4 of
Section 4, T13N, R12E of the 6th P. M., Sarpy County, NE, generally located on the SW corner of
Turkey Road and Schram Road. The applicant is Celebrity Homes. ( Schram 108 — Phase 2) FP-
23- 0005
Chairwoman Hoch called for the applicant.
Mark Johnson, Fullenkamp, Johnson, Jobeun, and Beller, 11440 West Center Rd, stepped
forward to represent the applicant. He offered to answer any questions.
Mr. Carson inquired about the projected lot cost as it related to housing affordability. Mr. Johnson
explained that Celebrity does not typically sell individual lots since they build the home. He noted
that the average house price would be $ 375, 000.
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With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Keller, seconded by Mr. Robinson III, to
recommend approval of the Schram 108 ( Phase 2) ( FP- 23- 0005) because it is generally
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with adjacent uses, compliant with Zoning
and Subdivision Regulations. Roll Call: Nine yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Change of Zone — A request for a Change of Zone for the property Lot 1 and 2, Commerce
Business Centre Replat Eight together with the part of Lot 2, Commerce Business Center Replat
Seven generally located at 15350 Shepard St. The applicant is 88 Tactical. ( Commerce Business
Centre Replat Eight) — CZ- 23- 0001
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing.
Trevor Veskrna with TD2 stepped forward to represent the applicant. He noted that Harold Caine
with 88 Tactical was also present. Mr. Veskrna advised that the 88 Tactical change of zone was
previously presented at the February Planning Commission meeting. He explained that 88
Tactical wants to purchase a portion of property next to 88 Tactical to expand parking area, so
they are requesting approval of a revised Change of Zone application.
Chairwoman Hoch called for proponents and opponents.
Seeing no public input, Chairwoman Hoch closed the public hearing and called for Commission
Discussion or a Motion to continue the request.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Hrabik, seconded by Mr. Robinson III, to
recommend approval of the 88 Tactical ( CZ- 23- 0001) because it is generally consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan, compatible with adjacent uses, and compliant with Zoning Regulations,
contingent upon the resolution of staff comments. Roll Call: Nine yeas, No nays. Motion carried.
Access Management - Ordinance Amendment —A request to amend Chapter 170 ( Subdivision
of Land), Article V ( Subdivision Design Standards) to provide access management and
subdivision through route regulations. The Planning Department currently uses the access
management policies for the City of Omaha and Sarpy County as a guide for making
recommendations related to access management. Based upon input from the development
community, staff is recommending that such policies be incorporated into Chapter 170 to ensure
consistent application of the access management regulations. The applicant is City of Papillion.
TC- 23- 0001
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing and called for the applicant.
Senior Planner Michelle Romeo, 122 E 3`d Street, provided an overview of the proposed
amendment to the Subdivision Ordinance. She noted that the proposed access management
policies are consistent with current practice and with policies used by Sarpy County and the City
of Omaha. She advised that the access management policies will provide for public safety. Ms.
Romeo explained the intent of requiring through routes within a subdivision. She noted that the
through route regulations can be adjusted to address site constraints such as topography.
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Chairwoman Hoch called for proponents and opponents.
Seeing no public input, Chairwoman Hoch closed the public hearing and called for Commission
Discussion or a Motion to continue the request.
Mr. Wilson questioned whether the new regulations would add more red tape for development.
Ms. Romeo explained that the City is already recommending that development comply with the
access management and through route rules during the development process. She noted that
this will codify the current practice into the Subdivision Regulations.
Mr. Keller questioned how the ordinance amendment would impact development. Ms. Romeo
advised that adding the access management and through route requirements to the Subdivision
Ordinance will give information to developers up front so they can include the requirements in the
initial subdivision design. She also noted that adding the regulations to the Subdivision Ordinance
will provide developers with a waiver process that can be used to address site specific constraints
such as topography.
Mr. Hrabik asked whether the proposed ordinance amendment would require the alignment of
streets. Ms. Romeo confirmed that the regulations will require that streets either be aligned or
appropriately offset if alignment is not feasible.
Mr. Thompson questioned whether the proper use of roundabouts is addressed in the driver' s
manual. Chairwoman Hoch noted that Mr. Thompson' s question was not applicable to the agenda
item.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Keller, seconded by Mr. Robinson III, to
recommend approval of the Access Management — Ordinance Amendment ( TC- 23- 0001)
because it is consistent with Neb Rev. Stat. §
18- 1720 and § 18- 132 and with the vision and goals
of the Comprehensive Plan. Roll Call: Nine yeas, no nays. Motion carried.
Ordinance # 1992 — A request to annex certain Real Estate to the City of Papillion, Nebraska
legally described as all of Outlot D, North Shore, together with all of Outlot E, Schewe Farms,
together with all of S 123rd Street lying within said Schewe Farms, together with parts of Lincoln
Road, Ballpark Way, S 126th Street and S 120th Street lying within said Schewe Farms, together
with Lots 1, 3, 6 and 7 and Outlot A, Generations, together with all of Ballpark Way, S 123rd Street,
S 125th Street and Cumberland Drive lying within said Generations, together with all of Lots 1, 2
and 3, Generations Replat 1 also known as Tract A ( Part 1) - Outlot D, North Shore: Tract A
Part 2) - Outlot E, Schewe Farms: Tract A ( Part 3): Lots 1, 3, 6 and 7 and Outlot A Generations
and Tract A ( Part 4) —
Lots 1- 3 Generations Replat 1. The applicant is The City of Papillion.
MISC-23- 0008 ( 2023 Annexation No. 2)
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing and called for the applicant. Ms. Hoch noted that
we received written comment from John Kuehl, D. A. Davidson Co., 450 Regency Parkway Ste
400 ( Omaha).
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Planning Director Travis Gibbons provided an overview of 2023 Annexation No. 2. He explained
that it is a partial annexation of SID 290 and SID 292, which will allow the City to annex part of
the Generations Mixed Use District. He noted that the annexation will include the proposed
Generations entertainment district, which will be similar to the Haymarket in Lincoln and the
Capital District in Omaha. Mr. Gibbons explained that state law requires an entertainment district
to be in city limits. He provided an explanation of the regulations for a partial annexation. Mr.
Gibbons advised that Planning Commission is the first of many steps that will be required for the
annexation. He reminded the Commission that their role is to consider whether the proposed
annexation is appropriate based on the Comprehensive Plan and the anticipated growth area for
the City. He indicated that the fiscal considerations will be addressed at City Council, which is
the next step in the process. Mr. Gibbons explained that the annexation will require approvals at
the bankruptcy court ( due to SID 290' s annexation) and the District Court ( due to the partial
annexation of SID 290 and SID 292).
He asked for the Commission' s support to move the
proposed annexation forward to City Council.
Chairwoman Hoch called for proponents and opponents.
John Bachman, Pansing, Hogan, Ernst & Bachman LLP, 10250 Regency Cir, stepped forward on
behalf of SID 290. He noted that Generations is located within SID 290. He indicated that he
was not speaking in favor or opposition to the proposed annexation. He explained that his
concern relates to SID 290' s fiscal standing related to the Chapter 9 bankruptcy. Mr. Bachman
noted that SID 290' s creditors need to be part of the fiscal discussion for the annexation. He
noted that he looks forward to working with the City on the annexation.
Seeing or hearing no further public input, Chairwoman Hoch closed the public hearing and called
for Commission discussion. She reminded the Commission that fiscal part of the annexation is
under City Council' s purview while the Planning Commission' s role is to address growth.
Mr. Hrabik inquired whether 2023 Annexation No. 2 would be like the partial annexation of the
Settlers Creek Mixed Use District. Mr. Gibbons confirmed that it would be a similar process. He
noted that the proposed annexation is based on projected revenue rather than actual revenue,
which was how the Settlers Creek annexation was evaluated.
Mr. Hrabik inquired about the timing for the 2023 Annexation No. 2. Mr. Gibbons advised that the
ordinance is anticipated to be heard at City Council on 5/ 2/ 23, 5/ 16/ 23, and 6/ 6/ 23. He explained
that the proposed financial terms of the annexation would be presented to the bankruptcy court
and the District Court if City Council approves the annexation.
Mr. Hrabik asked whether the City was part of bankruptcy. Mr. Thelen explained that the City was
not part of the bankruptcy; however, the annexation will need to be approved by the bankruptcy
court.
Mr. Keller expressed support for an entertainment district by Werner Park.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Hrabik, seconded by Mr. Robinson III, to
recommend approval of Version # 2 of Ordinance # 1992 ( MISC- 23- 0008) because it is consistent
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with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with adjacent uses, and compliant with Zoning
Regulations, contingent upon the resolution of staff comments. Roll Call: Nine yeas, No nays.
Motion carried.
Ordinance # 1993 —
A request to change the official Zoning Map of the City of Papillion in
accordance with Section 205- 32 of the Papillion Municipal Code to adopt a Zoning Map and to
apply existing or future zoning regulations, property use regulations, building ordinances,
electrical ordinances, plumbing ordinances, and all other regulatory ordinances of the City of
Papillion pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 16- 901. The applicant is the City of Papillion. ( Revise
Zoning Map for 2023 Annexation No. 2) MISC- 23- 0009
Chairwoman Hoch opened the public hearing and called for the applicant. Ms. Hoch noted that
we received written comment from John Kuehl, D. A. Davidson Co., 450 Regency Pkwy Ste 400.
Planning Director Travis Gibbons explained that the ordinance will update the zoning map to
add the annexation area.
Chairwoman Hoch called for proponents and opponents.
Seeing no public input, Chairwoman Hoch closed the public hearing and called for Commission
Discussion or a Motion to continue the request.
Mr. Carson requested clarification on how the bankruptcy works with respect to the annexation.
Chairwoman Hoch noted that Mr. Carson' s question was not applicable to the agenda item.
With no further discussion, Motion was made by Mr. Hrabik, seconded by Mr. Robinson III, to
recommend approval of Ordinance No 1993 ( MISC- 23- 0009) because it is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan, compatible with adjacent uses, and compliant with Zoning Regulations,
contingent upon the resolution of staff comments. Roll Call: Nine yeas, No nays. Motion carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
Mr. Gibbons advised there will be no May Planning Commission meeting.
With no further business to come before the Commission, Motion was made by Mr. Hrabik,
seconded by Mr. Robinson III, to adjourn. Roll call: Nine yeas, No nays. Motion passes. The
meeting adjourned by unanimous consent at 7: 28 P. M.
Rebecca Hoch, Chair4 oman
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