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IEDC Agenda 02-05-2019AGENDA INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) Tuesday, February 5th, 2019 — 7:00 a.m. North Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center Members: Darek Vetsch, Kevin Steffensmeier, Steve Johnson, Joni Pawelk, Wayne Elam, Luke Dahlheimer, Dick Van Allen, Don Roberts, Andrew Tapper, Mike Carr, Christopher Church, Elizabeth Calpas, Randy Skarphol Liaisons: Mayor Brian Stumpf, Jeff O'Neill, Angela Schumann, Jim Thares, Jacob Thunander, Marcy Anderson, Duane Northagen, Dave Tombers, Mark Hanson 1. Call to Order 2. Approve Minutes: a. December 4th, 2018 meeting minutes b. January 2"d, 2019 meeting minutes 3. Consideration of Adding Items to the Agenda 4. Consideration of 2019 Economic Development Marketing Plan 5. Table Topic — Downtown Fa�ade Improvement Grant Program 6. Reports (Verbal Reports): a. Economic Development b. Planning Commission Agenda (attached) c. City Council d. Chamber of Commerce 7. Adj ournment (8:OOam) MINUTE S INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) Tuesday, December 4, 2018 – 7:00 a.m. Boom Island Room, Monticello Community Center Members Present: Darek Vetsch, Steve Johnson, Joni Pawelk, Wayne Elam, Luke Dahlheimer, Don Roberts, Andrew Tapper, Mike Carr, Christopher Church, Elizabeth Calpas Members Absent: Kevin Steffensmeier and Dick Van Allen Liaisons Present: Mayor Brian Stump, Jeff O'Neill, Jim Thares, Marcy Anderson, Duane Northagen, Dave Tombers, Mark Hanson 1. Call to Order Darek Vetsch called the IEDC meeting to order 7:00 a.m. Introduction of new attendees The IEDC members and liaisons introduced themselves. Jim Thares suggested adding the discussion of Randy Skarphol, Riverwood Bank under Item 5. 3. Approve Minutes: �► ��, — a. November 5, 2018 DON ROBERTS MOVED TO APPROVE THE NOVEMBER 5, 2018 IEDC MINUTES. MIKE CARR SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 12-0. 4. Consideration of addin� items to A�enda None. Consideration of Discussion of potential new members Jim Thares reminded the IEDC of the recent resignations of Jacob Kramer and Joe Hammer. Thares stated that the volunteer postings have been available the past month, but the City has not received any applications. Thares noted that he had previous conversations with Kevin Steffensmeier regarding another Riverwood Bank representative (Randy Skarphol) possibly serving on the board. Thares asked for input from the IEDC. Thares also asked the IEDC members to recommend additional people to serve on the board. Mayor Stumpf recommended having a high school student that was interested in local government serve on the board. Mike Carr stated that he could see if there was any interest in the schools and would bring one of the students as a guest to the next meeting. Industrial and Economic Development Committee Minutes — December 4, 2018 Page 1 � 3 It was discussed because of the size of the board having another representative from the same company was acceptable. 6. Consideration of Table Topic — Davcare Report from Mark Hanson Mark Hanson explained that supply of child care is limited and worsening. He noted the pay, cost of having a business, opportunity for employment, and regulations all effectively limit childcare providers. Hanson provided data for Wright County and how it would be directing his work. He further discussed partnering with First Children's Finance and other local organizations for a potential grant that would assist childcare providers in opening their business. Duane Northagen stated that the Wright County Economic Development Partnership continues to stress to legislators the need for such services. Jim Thares and Randy Skarphol explained a prospective daycare facility for 200-250 children in Monticello. 7. Consideration of Discussion re�ardin� Goals/Action Statements for 2019 Jim Thares provided the 2018 goals to start planning for 2019. He asked the IEDC provide their thoughts for incorporation in the January, 2019 staff report with consideration of approval in February, 2019. Steve Johnson suggested expanding on Obj ective 3. 8. Reports: (Verbal Reports) a. Economic Development Report Jim Thares stated that he and a local group of people attended the TIGER Path Conference in Hutchinson on November 15th. The conference provided information on the program, a tour of the lab facility, and a discussion of their goals to open a student-led business. A follow up meeting with a team from Monticello would be discussing a possible similar program in the next week. Thares stated he would send out an updated Prospect list. He added that there is a new prospective manufacturing business that is looking to locate in an existing building. b. Plannin� Commission Jeff O'Neill provided the Planning Commission report for the December 4, 2018 meeting at 6 p.m. He stated public hearings would be held for a new development in Featherstone and zoning amendments to the signage code and Central Community District. c. Citv Council Jeff O' Neill stated that the Truth in Taxation statements have been received by property owners in Monticello. He stated that the rate is proposed to increase Industrial and Economic Development Committee Minutes — December 4, 2018 Page 2 � 3 particularly because of devaluation of Xcel Energy and the increased operating costs for the County, City, and School District. He stated the proposed largest increases would be for single family homes compared to other land uses. O'Neill explained that the Fallon Avenue Overpass is now open. d. Chamber of Commerce and Industrv Marcy Anderson stated their Annual Banquet would be held Friday, December 7, 2018. 9. Other None. 10. Adiournment The meeting was adjourned 8:00 a.m. Recorder: Jacob Thunander Approved: January 2, 2019 Attest: Jim Thares, Economic Development Director Industrial and Economic Development Committee Minutes — December 4, 2018 Page 3 � 3 MINUTE S INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) Tuesday, January 2nd, 2019 — 7:00 a.m. North Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center Members Present: Kevin Steffensmeier, Darek Vetsch, Steve Johnson, Joni Pawelk, Luke Dahlheimer, Dick Van Allen, Andrew Tapper, Mike Carr, and Elizabeth Calpas Members Absent: Wayne Elam, Don Roberts, and Christopher Church Liaisons Present: Mayor Brian Stumpf, Jeff O'Neill, Jim Thares, and Duane Northagen 1. Call to Order Kevin Steffensmeier called the Regular Meeting of the IEDC to order at 7:03 a.m. 2. Consideration of Electin� 2019 IEDC Officers (Chairperson, Vice Chairperson and Secretar JONI PAWELK MOVED TO APPOINT DAREK VETSCH AS CHAIIZPERSON OF THE MONTICELLO IEDC FOR 2019. LUKE DAHI,HEIMER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 9-0. DAREK VETSCH MOVED TO APPOINT KEV1N STEFFENSMEIER AS VICE CHAIRPERSON OF THE MONTICELLO IEDC FOR 2019. JONI PAWELK SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 9-0. JONI PAWELK MOVED TO APPOINT JIM THARES (STAFF) AS SECRETARY OF THE MONTICELLO IEDC FOR 2019. ANDREW TAPPER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 9-0. 3. Approve Minutes: a. December 4th, 2018 meetin� minutes -SKIPPED- 4. Consideration of Addin� Items to the A�enda None. 5. Consideration of Recommendin� Appointment of New Member JONI PAWELK MOVED TO RECONINIEND APPOINTMENT OF RANDY SKARPHOL TO THE IEDC. KEV1N STEFFENSMEIER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 9-0. Industrial and Economic Development Committee Minutes - January 2, 2019 Page 1 � 3 6. Consideration of 2019 Work-Plan Goal/Action Statements Jim Thares reviewed the status of 2018 work-plan. Kevin Steffensmeier recommended under 2b. adding a tour of the Wright Technical campus for 2019. Discussion pursued about the future interchange study and the importance of completing a new Comprehensive Plan (2019-2020). Jim Thares then reviewed the draft 2019 Work-Plan Goal/Action Statements. Joni Pawelk requested the addition of supporting childcare services. The IEDC agreed to place that item under Obj ective 4. Mayor Stumpf asked that under Obj ective Sb. that the valuation of the nuclear power plant be reviewed and added to the statements. JONI PAWELK MOVED TO APPROVE THE 2019 WORK-PLAN GOAL/ACTION STATEMENTS WITH CHANGES PER DISCUSSION. STEVE JOHNSON SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 9-0. 7. Reports (Verbal Reports): a. Economic Development Jim Thares provided an update of Economic Development. He indicated that development has been slow because of the time of the year. Thares explained that there are about 4-5 developers that are interested in Block 52. They will be meeting with the EDA during a workshop meeting for a"get to know you" interview. b. Plannin� Commission A�enda (attached) Jim Thares reviewed the Planning Commission Agenda as attached to the packet. c. Citv Council Jeff O'Neill noted that the Fallon Avenue overpass has been completed and has had little complaints. He also indicated that the City is looking to collaborating with the Monticello Public School district on a"Sign Lab". d. Chamber of Commerce Elizabeth Calpas noted the success of the Annual Banquet in December. She noted that the Chamber is working on wrapping things up from the previous year. 8. Adiournment LUKE DAHLHEIMER MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 8:00 AM DICK VAN ALLEN SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 9-0. Recorder: Jacob Thunander Industrial and Economic Development Committee Minutes - January 2, 2019 Page 2 � 3 Approved: February 5, 2019 Attest: Jim Thares, Economic Development Director Industrial and Economic Development Committee Minutes - January 2, 2019 Page 3 � 3 EDA: 02/OS/19 4. Consideration of the 2019 EDA Marketin� Plan (JT) A. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND: This agenda item is an update of the EDA's adopted 2019 marketing plan. The attached plan was crafted by the EDA Marketing Subcommittee appointed at the August 9th, 2019 meeting. The plan consists of a variety of inedia and methods for each of the EDA's priority areas and identifies a prospective budget amount with each item. Marketing the assets and opportunities that the City can offer existing and prospective businesses is an important goal of the EDA. Actualizing the marketing goal is accomplished via the budget and staff and consultant efforts. A variety of effective marketing activities will also support other EDA goals and objectives as well. Al. STAFF IMPACT: Staff impacts in considering the Marketing Plan are minimal. A2. BUDGET IMPACT: The adopted Marketing Plan budgets $21,750. This is a flat trend line as compared to 2018. Staff proposes to bring any items that cost more than $1,000 to the EDA for further review. This threshold is consistent with the City Council policy for expenditures from the General Fund as well. B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS: No motion required — informational only C. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: No staff recommendation to IEDC. This is informational only. D. SUPPORTING DATA: a. Adopted 2019 Marketing Plan and Budget .-� G W � � a O cc a .. 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Consideration of the 2019 EDA Marketin� Plan and Bud�et (JT) A. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND: This agenda item is consideration of the 2019 marketing plan. The attached plan was crafted by staff based on the existing 2018 plan and budget. An EDA subcommittee was appointed to formulate the 2018 plan and establish the initial budget. If after review of the proposed 2019 Marketing Plan and Budget, the EDA feels it necessary, they may want to again appoint a subcommittee to revise or start anew with the proposed 2019 Marketing Plan and Budget. The Plan consists of a variety of inedia and methods for each of the EDA's priority areas and identifies a prospective budget amount with each item. Marketing the City's assets and opportunities will support attainment of the other EDA goals and obj ectives as well. Al. STAFF IMPACT: Staff impacts in considering the Marketing Plan are minimal. The primary staff commitment to this point has consisted of internal meetings and a review of the effectiveness of the current methods and expenditures. It should be noted that the scope of services that WSB provides under its Economic Development Assistance Contract does include some marketing activities such as attending trade shows and participating in the Minnesota Marketing Partnership and adjusting collateral materials annually. A2. BUDGET IMPACT: The expected budgetary impact from the proposed Marketing Plan is $21,750, which is slightly more than the 2018 amount. Funding is provided in a dedicated line item for marketing/advertising. Staff proposes to bring for review before the EDA any items that cost more than $1,000. This threshold is consistent with the City Council policy for expenditures from the General Fund as well. B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS: L Motion to adopt proposed 2019 Marketing Plan and Budget 2. Motion to deny adoption of the 2019 Marketing Plan and Budget Motion to table consideration of the 2019 Marketing Plan and Budget for additional Research and/or discussion. C. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends Alternative #1 wherein the EDA adopts the proposed 2019 Marketing Plan and Budget. The Plan and Budget is realistic and builds on efforts that began in 2018 with a budget allocation of $20,000. This is a significant step forward compared tc 2017 when only $5,000 was budgeted. D. SUPPORTING DATA: A. Proposed 2019 Marketing Plan and Budget EDA Agenda - 02/OS/19 5. Consideration of Update of Downtown Fa�ade Improvement Grant Pro�ram (AS/TT) A. REFERENCE & BACKGROUND The EDA approved a Fa�ade Improvement Grant Program with formal Guidelines and application documents at its August 2018 meeting. The program was a recommended as an implementation step of the Small Area Study Plan adopted by the City Council in November 2017. It also meets the following Strategic Plan Goals: 1. Create and Preserve Sustainable Livability: Implements a program to beautify the downtown's existing commercial buildings. 2. Strengthen Our Image as a Destination: Supports enhancements to the downtown commercial core in support of Monticello as a place to visit and explore. 3. Support a Vibrant Economy: Establishes a financial resource for e�sting property and business owners to utilize for economic reinvestment in downtown. The program is targeted to Block 35 and the goal is to get 70 percent or more of property owner participation. The funding level approved by the EDA is $200,000. There are 10 properties in this Block and at this point 7 property owners have expressed interest in the program. City staff intends to administer the program in-house with an escrow agent holding funds once an approval of a submitted application is finalized. Al. Staff Impact: Minimal cost to update the IEDC regarding the program. Moving forward, staff estimates 100 +/- hours of time commitment to the program. A2. Budget Impact: The budgeted funding for the program is $200,000. The EDA has hired an architect to develop renderings and appropriate fa�ade improvements at a total cost of $12,000 to $14,000 to date. Funds will be committed on a prioritized schedule of improvements. Currently, contractor estimates are being sought to reconcile the available funding and the scope of the improvements. C. STAFF RECOMN�NDATION None - Update to IEDC D. SUPPORTING DATA a. Target Area b. Recent and Proposed Downtown Investments 2018-2019 Block 35 Facade Improvement Participants �. � ,. , � �� , . � ,� �. �, J . "'�+ , -� , .� • �. . �� / �� i`T � .. �� . � . � Y � � / �` � � s. � . � � � ` � / � I • \ _ , � , �,-------L --- , � � _ , � ,, ,- � / � �P � r,� � �:. � � �, �'� �/ /�� ` �� `.� , � L. �.. � . .� `�.� . h . 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New Street Light Fixtures $200,000 City 4. Street Light Banners $15,000 City 5. Monticello Arts Initiative $30,000 City & EDA 6. Rustech Brewery (Micro Brewery) $515,000 Rustech 7. Rivertown Apts. 47-units $7,250,000 Briggs Cos. 8. Masonic Bldg. Tenant Build Out $33,000 Tenant 9. Oakwood Prof. Bldg-Oral Surg. Tenant Bld Out $485,000 Tenant 10. Fred's Bldg-Monticello Arts Initiative Updates $15,000 City Total $8,993,000 AGENDA REGULAR MEETING - MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, February 5th, 2018 - 6:00 p.m. Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center Commissioners: Brad Fyle, Sam Murdoff, Marc Simpson, John Alstad, Katie Peterson Council Liaison: Charlotte Gabler Staff: Angela Schumann, Steve Grittman (NAC), Jacob Thunander, Ron Hackenmueller 1. General Business A. Call to Order B. Consideration of approving minutes a. Regular Meeting Minutes — January 2, 2018 C. Citizen Comments D. Consideration of adding items to the agenda E. Consideration to approve agenda 2. Public Hearings A. Public Hearing - Consideration of a request for Variance to Chapter 4.5 Signs for a forty (40) foot pylon sign Applicant: Scenic Sign B. Public Hearing - Consideration of a request for amendment to Monticello Zoning Ordinance Chapter 5 and Chapter 8, Section 4 related to use, standards and definitions for event centers, places of public assembly, personal services, and commercial recreation - indoor Applicant: City of Monticello 3. Regular Agenda A. Consideration of a review of the Special Use Overlay District B. Consideration of an update on the 2040 Monticello Comprehensive Plan C. Consideration of the Community Development Directors Report 4. Added Items 5. Adjournment