Dear Chanhassen Residents,
Please read below for an update on the various community engagement activities as well as updates on both upcoming and long-standing projects.
Engagement Activity
- “State of the City” Presentations have been given to: Chanhassen Morning Rotary, Chaska Rotary, and Buy Chanhassen. On April 18, I will present to the Chanhassen Evening Rotary. Please contact me if your organization would like to schedule a presentation.
- On Tuesday, I testified at the Capitol before the Senate Tax Committee. Senate File 1860 provides a sales tax exemption on construction materials for our upcoming Civic Campus Project (city hall, senior center, park amenities).
- On Tuesday, March 14, I will be testifying before the Senate Tax Committee in support of the city pursuing a referendum on a Local Option Sales Tax to fund a portion of the proposed Recreational Facility.
Development Proposal – Xcel Energy
Xcel Energy Service Center Development Proposal - 1891 Arboretum Boulevard/Highway 5
- Xcel Energy will be hosting an in-person open house to share more about the proposed project.
- The property is located at 1891 Arboretum Boulevard (Highway 5) in Chanhassen.
- This is an open house-style meeting hosted by the property owner, Xcel Energy, on March 15 from 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at the Chanhassen Recreation Center.
- The Public Hearing will take place at the Planning Commission meeting on March 21 at 7:00 p.m.
- This project will go before City Council on April 10 at 7:00 p.m.
- To learn more about the project click here.
Updates
Lake Ann Park Preserve
The expansion of Lake Ann has been an ongoing project with the most recent activity at the city staff level. Here is a timeline of what has been completed and an outline of next steps.
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Summer 2022: City Council allocates $1.3 million in federal funding (ARPA) to project.
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Oct/Nov 2022: Wetland delineation completed.
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January 2023: Consultant hired to complete permitting and 60% construction plans.
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March 2023: Soil borings to determine engineering approach to crossings and trail.
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March 2023: Applying for MN DNR Trail grant of up to $250,000.
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Summer 2023: Develop construction and bid documents.
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Winter 2023/24: Construction of boardwalks and bridges.
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Ongoing: Identify cost savings, grants, and additional funding to complete full build-out.
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Project Page: To learn more about the project, click here.
MetroNet
With continued interest in the buildout for internet service, please see the most updated information:
- MetroNet is still very engaged in Carver County, including through the county’s “Connect Up Carver” project.
- Metro-net has provided a construction schedule that begins construction in Chanhassen the week of July 28, 2023.
- The first phases of construction are in the Lake Susan Hills area and along Highway 5 from Powers to the eastern city border.
- The construction completion date is targeted as July 2025.
- The city is not contracting with MetroNet and has little leverage over their construction plans.
- Potential customers are encouraged to sign up on MetroNet’s website to demonstrate interest and receive additional info.
- The city does not restrict or limit the number of ISP providers building out their infrastructure/operations in our city.
Next week, look for an update on both the Civic Campus as well as the Recreational Facility. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please email me at eryan@chanhassenmn.gov.
Warmest Regards,
Elise Ryan
Mayor of Chanhassen
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