| Quick recap |
| The team discussed the possibility of hiring a landscaping company to cut the grass at their location and the need for quotes from two companies. They also discussed the recent Northland Community Council meeting, the recycling event for electronics, and the ongoing issues with the 8 88 property and the 1289 Address. Additionally, they discussed a program by the Urban Land Institute, the progress of the title 34 project, and the need for new email addresses from the Columbus police. |
| Next steps |
| • Bill to get a quote from Mike Trevor of Trevor and Sons Landscaping for grass cutting along 161. |
| • Alice to send Bill the contact information for 5 Seasons Landscaping. |
| • Bill to obtain quotes from 5 Seasons Landscaping and one other company for grass cutting. |
| • Bill to define the scope of work for grass cutting from Sinclair/Huntley Road to Maple Canyon. |
| • Alice to continue efforts to get a Columbus police representative to attend future meetings. |
| • Alice to follow up with the litter cleanup coordinator about the schedule and offer to create a graphic. |
| • Bill to investigate the pump capacity increase and generator requirements for Elevate Northland’s construction project. |
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| Summary |
| Hiring Landscaping Company for Grass Cutting |
| Alice, Catherine, and Bill discussed the possibility of hiring a landscaping company, Trevor and Sons, to cut the grass at their location. Alice mentioned that they have funding for this and have the right contact for coordination. However, they are waiting for the right time to avoid wasting money as the city also mows the grass. Bill suggested getting a quote from Trevor and Sons and another company, 5 Seasons, and Craig offered his son’s lawn care services as a third option. The team agreed to proceed with getting quotes from Trevor and Sons and 5 Seasons. |
| NCC Expands Boundaries, Prepares Proposal |
| Craig reports on the recent Northland Community Council (NCC) meeting, which focused on discussing potential expansion of the NCC’s boundaries to include the Rocky Fork area. A small panel, including Alice, has been formed to create a proposal for this expansion, which will be presented at the next meeting. Alice mentions that the committee has already met and prepared a proposed boundary line and necessary bylaw changes. Additionally, wrlogan notes that the NCC is currently handling several zoning applications, including some from areas technically outside their current jurisdiction, which the city has asked them to review as a courtesy. |
| Recycling Event and Elevate Northland Updates |
| Craig and wrlogan discussed a recycling event for electronics, which will take place at Stereo Lab on the 12th from 10 to 3. Alice reminded the team to send out a reminder on the Ncc listserv. Alice also shared updates about Elevate Northland, including their construction project, the completion of several big steps, and the upcoming bid review at the end of April. She also raised a question about the need for a capacity increase for the pump and a generator to back up the pump, seeking Bill’s opinion on whether they could get an occupancy permit without doing that or doing a scaled-down version. Lastly, wrlogan mentioned that they have transitioned from the application process and nothing new along the corridor in terms of Revised. |
| Zoning Issues and Project Delays |
| In the meeting, Wrlogan discussed ongoing issues with the 8 88 property, which is the Magnussen Hotel complex. The property’s owner had left the rezoning application lapse, and they are now back to square one. The zoning program’s pending status has changed their potential approach. Wrlogan also mentioned the 1289 Address, the old red carpet, which is in limbo due to funding cuts and lack of means to provide supportive housing. There are also issues with the 161 tinting facility, which has been approved but has seen no action. Wrlogan also mentioned legal limbo for 7 projects throughout the Northland community. The former newsstand at the Beachcroft Center has moved to Carl Plaza, but it’s unclear if they’re operating similarly. |
| Urban Land Institute Case Study |
| Alice discusses a program by the Urban Land Institute that encourages young and minority developers to work on creative housing solutions. She mentions that the program is looking for potential sites in Northland for a case study, preferably 5 to 12 acres in size, that could be redeveloped into mixed-use commercial and residential spaces. William Logan informs Ted that under the new zoning regulations, there is more flexibility in how parking lot space can be used for development. Alice emphasizes that while property owner participation is preferred, it’s not mandatory for the case study. |
| Zoning Issues and Title 34 Project |
| Wrlogan discussed the ongoing zoning issues and the progress of the title 34 project. He mentioned that the public comment stage for the project is expected to end in a month, after which it will move to the legislative stage. Wrlogan also mentioned a new application for a 4-acre property that is part of the title 34 area, which is proposing to put in an apartment complex. He noted that the developer is coming to them for four variances, which could be a precursor to how the process works. Alice agreed with Wrlogan’s points and expressed her confidence in the community’s ability to handle the issues. |
| Columbus Police Email and Landscaping Efforts |
| In the meeting, Alice discussed the need for new email addresses from the Columbus police and the ongoing landscaping and beautification efforts. She also mentioned the need for bids for mowing services and the possibility of extending the mowing services to the east side of the I-71 interchange. Wrlogan agreed to include this in the scope of work. Alice also mentioned the branding and public art project with Murphy Upson and the issue with Coda not attending the meetings. The group also discussed the new bus stops and the handling of the recent heavy rain by the new roadway surfaces. |
