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IEDC Agenda Packet 01-07-2020AGENDA INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) Tuesday, January 711, 2020 — 7:00 a.m. North Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center Members: Kevin Steffensmeier, Darek Vetsch, Steve Johnson, Joni Pawelk, Wayne Elam, Luke Dahlheimer, Dick Van Allen, Don Roberts, Andrew Tapper, Mike Carr, Christopher Church, Elizabeth Calpas 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. Consideration of Electing 2020 IEDC Officers (Chairperson, Vice Chairperson and Secretary) 3. Approve Minutes: a. December 3rd, 2019 meeting minutes 4. Consideration of Adding Items to the Agenda 5. Consideration of 2020 Action Statements -Goals and Table Topics 6. Reports (Verbal Reports): a. Economic Development b. Planning Commission Agenda (attached) c. City Council d. Chamber of Commerce 7. Adjournment (8:00am) 2. A. B. C. IEDC Agenda: 01/07/20 Consideration to elect 2020 officers. (JT/AS) REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND: The IEDC's Organizational and Membership Guidelines require the election of a Chairperson, Vice Chairperson and Secretary each year at the January meeting of the IEDC. The guidelines allow for the officers to serve in their position for up to three years. Traditionally, the IEDC has appointed the officers in a single -year succession, with the Vice Chair moving to the Chair position. Derak Vetsch served as the Chairperson during 2019 with Kevin Steffensmeier serving as the Vice Chair. Their roles were reversed in 2018 and Derak also served as the Chairperson in 2017. A City staff person is allowed to serve as .... and has acted as the committee's Secretary in past years. Al. Staff Impact: None A2. Budget Impact: None ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS: 1. Motion to appoint _ Vice Chairperson and for 2020. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: None. D. SUPPORTING DATA: A. IEDC Ordinance B. Organizational and Membership Guidelines as Chairperson, as as Secretary of the Monticello IEDC CHAPTER 10 INDUSTRIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE SECTION: 2-10-1: Name of Committee 2-10-2: Authorization 2-10-3: Membership 2-10-4: Term of Office 2-10-5: Attendance 2-10-6: Vacancy 2-10-7: Officers 2-10-8: Meetings 2-10-9: Quorum 2-10-10: Duties of the Committee 2-10-11: Amendments 2-10-1: NAME OF THE COMMITTEE: The name of the organization shall be the Monticello Industrial and Economic Development Committee (IEDC). 2-10-2: AUTHORIZATION: Duties are delegated to the IEDC by the City Council of Monticello by this ordinance dated June 28, 2010, and by Resolution No. 2008-44 approved the 27th day of May, 2008. 2-10-3: MEMBERSHIP: The Monticello IEDC shall consist of sixteen (16) to eighteen (18) regular members to be appointed by the City Council of Monticello. Said Committee members shall consist of Monticello business representatives or residents of the City of Monticello. One Council member shall be appointed annually to serve on the IEDC. The Director of the Monticello Chamber of Commerce and Industry shall be an ex -officio member of the IEDC. Up to two (2) Monticello High School Senior Students may serve as voting members during their appointed term. The High School Principal shall recommend their membership on the IEDC. The IEDC and the City Council shall confirm their appointment. (Ord 637 4/25/16) 2-10-4: TERM OF OFFICE: The term of the regular members shall be for three (3) years and shall be staggered so that no more than one-half of the terms expire in a given year. All regular terms shall expire at the first City Council meeting of the new calendar year. 2-10-5: ATTENDANCE: It is the City Council's intention to encourage IEDC members to attend all IEDC meetings. It is desired that IEDC members attend at least 75% of meetings in a calendar year. Members may be subject to replacement by the City Council in the event attendance does not meet this standard. MONTICELLO CITY ORDINANCE TITLE II, CHAPTER 10, PAGE 1 2-10-6: VACANCY: Any vacancy in the regular or at large membership shall be filled by the City Council, and such appointee shall serve for the unexpired term so filled. 2-10-7: OFFICERS: (A) Elections. The Monticello IEDC shall elect at its Annual meeting from its membership a chair, vice chair, and a secretary who shall serve for a term of one year and shall have such powers as may be prescribed in the rules of said Committee. (B) Duties of Chair. The chair shall preside at all meetings of the IEDC and shall have the duties normally conferred and parliamentary usage of such officers. (C) Duties of Vice Chair. The vice chair shall act for the chair in his/her absence. (D) Duties of Secretary. The secretary shall keep the minutes and records of the Committee with the assistance of City Staff. 2-10-8: MEETINGS: (A) Regular meetings shall be held on a date established by the IEDC. In the event of a conflict with a holiday or special events, a majority at any meeting may change the date and location of the meeting. The meeting shall be open to the general public. 2-10-9: QUORUM: A majority of the total IEDC members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. 2-10-10: DUTIES OF THE COMMITTEE: It shall be the duty of the Committee, with staff assistance, to advocate and make recommendations to the Economic Development Authority and City Council, relative to and including influencing industrial and economic development in and for the City of Monticello, with an emphasis on industrial land, increase tax base and number of liveable wage -level jobs by promoting industrial and economic growth, and working to maintain a desirable business environment. 2-10-11: AMENDMENTS: This ordinance may be amended as recommended by the majority vote of the existing membership of the IEDC and only after majority vote of the City Council. (#519, 8/23/10) (#715, 3-25-19) MONTICELLO CITY ORDINANCE TITLE II, CHAPTER 10, PAGE 2 MONTICELLO INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) ORGANIZATIONAL AND MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES L Meeting Time and Place: Regular meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 a.m. at the Monticello Community Center. Special meetings may be called by the Chair. II. Mission Statement and Objectives: As written and adopted by the Monticello IEDC in the Annual Action Statement. III. Committee Size: While there is no set or definite size established, it is generally understood that the committee will not exceed 16-18 members. IV. Make-up of the Committee: Committee members must either work or reside in the community of greater Monticello. Individuals who are involved in an occupation or profession that provides services to the community of Monticello but is not headquartered within the community may also serve as members of the committee. Standing Committee Members: The City Council shall appoint a representative of either the Mayor or a Council Member to the IEDC as a voting member. The Board of Directors of the Monticello Chamber of Commerce & Industry shall appoint a voting member to the IEDC. Up to two (2) Monticello High School Senior Students may serve as voting members. The High School Principal shall recommend their membership on the IEDC. These members shall be considered in committee size. City Staff Members: Non-voting Administrator of the City of Monticello Economic Development Manager of the City of Monticello (serves as the EDA Executive Director) Community Development Director of the City of Monticello (in the absence of the Economic Development Manager) V. Officers: The Chair, the Vice Chair, and the Secretary shall be appointed annually at the January meeting. Length of office term shall not exceed three consecutive years. Minutes of each meeting are the responsibility of the Secretary. Committee correspondence is the responsibility of the Economic Development Manager. VI. Length of Membership Term: Members shall serve for three-year terms on a three year rotating basis so that approximately one-third of the membership expires each year. Individuals wishing to continue serving on the committee may so indicate prior to the 2019 IEDC ORGANIZATIONAL & MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES PAGE 2 IEDC ORGANIZATIONAL/MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES expiration of their term. Any member wishing to relinquish his/her position on the IEDC may do so by submitting a letter or resignation. VII. Filling a Vacant Position: A list of potential committee members shall be kept by the Executive Director. The IEDC must recommend approval of new members by a majority vote. The City Council must ratify the appointment of new members to the IEDC VIII. Membership Attendance: In order to make a positive contribution to the committee, each member is expected to attend at least 75% of the meetings in any given year. A year is defined as beginning on the 1 st of January and ending the 31St of December. Amended: 01/05/16, 12/06/2016, 03/25/2019 2019 IEDC ORGANIZATIONAL & MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES MINUTES INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) Tuesday, December 3rd, 2019 — 7:00 a.m. North Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center Members Present: Darek Vetsch, Kevin Steffensmeier, Joni Pawelk, Luke Dahlheimer, Dick Van Allen, Andrew Tapper, Mike Carr, Christopher Church, Elizabeth Calpas, and Randy Skarphol Members Absent: Brian Stumpf, Steve Johnson, Wayne Elam, Don Roberts, Kari Moorhouse, and Meghan Hanson Guests Present: Jadyn Nelson, Monticello Hight School Senior Liaisons Present: Jeff O'Neill, Jim Thares, Marcy Anderson, and Duane Northagen 1. Call to Order Darek Vetsch called the Regular Meeting of the IEDC to order at 7 a.m. 2. Approve Minutes: a. November 4th, 2019 meeting minutes LUKE DAHLHEIMER MOVED TO APPROVE THE NOVEMBER 4TH, 2019 MINUTES. KEVIN STEFFENSMEIER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 10-0. 3. Consideration of Adding Items to the Agenda None. 4. Consideration of Member Term Expirations and Recommending Actions for Reappointment to new 3 -year terms DICK VAN ALLEN MOVED TO RECOMMEND TO THE CITY COUNCIL THE APPOINTMENT OF IEDC COMMITTEE MEMBERS JONI PAWELK, WAYNE ELAM, DON ROBERS, KEVIN STEFFENSMEIER, AND STEVE JOHNSON TO A NEW 3 -YEAR TERM ON THE IEDC (PENDING THEIR WILLINGNESS TO SERVE). KEVIN STEFFENSMEIER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 10-0. 5. Table Topic: School District Update — Facilities, Programs, Partnershibs with Businesses, City and Others Mike Carr, Monticello Public Schools, provided an update regarding the school district. In summary, Carr discussed a preliminary 2020 budget along with estimated projects and projection methods. Carr stated that class sizes are just over 300 students per grade. He noted that the current 7th and 8th grade classes are larger, and it estimated to have an additional 100 students per class when they are in high school. Carr noted that with the Industrial and Economic Development Committee Minutes — December 3rd, 2019 Page 1 1 3 additional class sizes, the school district has been discussing additions to the parking lot and interior space. The expansion would be expected to occur at Eastview Education Center and there would be architects coming to the site later next year for evaluation. Carr also explained that they have partnered with a variety of organizations in the community. They are working on promoting trade jobs after high school rather than a typical four-year degree. Jeff O'Neill also explained that staff have been meeting with the school district quarterly. There has been discussion about a possible school near Bertram, but more information is needed. O'Neill also explained that Monticello has some development occurring that should be supportive of families. 6. Retorts (Verbal Retorts): a. Economic Development Jim Thares provided the Economic Development update. He noted that staff are continuing to work on Project Novus (UMC), Project 6580, and Project Shepard. Most recently, new Project Jaguar, Project Kata, and Project Dancer have begun to become more organized in their respective concept proposals. Thares also explained that the main priority for the EDA is the redevelopment of downtown. The focus has been on Block 52 and talking with property owners to understand their interest in selling property to the EDA. This is a process that may take another 15 to 24 months. The EDA is continuing to dialogue with Beard Group, Inc., Hopkins, regarding concepts and process. A recent tour of their development in Robbinsdale, MN was impressive and informative. b. Planning Commission Agenda (attached) The Planning Commission agenda was reviewed as attached to the agenda. c. City Council Jeff O'Neill and Darek Vetsch provided an update regarding the Central Mississippi Regional Planning Partnership (CMRPP). It was noted that a budget was approved to create a regional Comprehensive Plan. Planning Next was chosen as the consultant of the project. The estimated time frame to complete the project is 18 months. O'Neill also stated that the new Public Work's Building is on hold. The estimated cost to construct the building came well above the estimate. O'Neill reminded the board that they developed the idea of FiberNet. It was noted that FiberNet is cash flowing. Discussions would be occurring in the future on whether to have FiberNet remain a public entity or switch to the private sector. IEDC input will be required. Industrial and Economic Development Committee Minutes — December 3rd, 2019 Page 2 13 O'Neill also noted that Haven Ridge, a 336 -unit single family subdivision, was approved but is still working through final post approval checklist items. The City also received land use applications and approved the development stage PUD and a preliminary plat for a large vacant parcel along Chelsea Road, Edmonson Avenue, Dundas Road/and Cedar Street which is currently owned by Premier Bank. The development is known as Deephaven and is proposing a 165 - unit (market rate) apartment complex. It is expected that the applicant will request an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan for a mixed-use area (commercial and residential). d. Chamber of Commerce Marcy Anderson provided an update on behalf of the Chamber. She indicated that the December Board Meeting would occur at the Wright Technical Center. She also stated that the Annual Banquet would be held on Friday, December 6th. 7. Adiournment Darek Vetsch adjourned the meeting at 7:51 a.m. Recorder: Jacob Thunander Approved: January 7th, 2020 Attest: Jim Thares, Economic Development Director Industrial and Economic Development Committee Minutes — December 3rd, 2019 Page 3 13 IEDC Agenda: 01/07/20 5. Consideration of discussion regarding 2020 IEDC Action Statement (JT/AS) A. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND The IEDC Organizational & Membership Guidelines requires that the IEDC adopt Action Statements each year. The 2019 Action Statement and a 2020 Action Statement Worksheet are attached to this report. During the meeting, staff will review the status of various 2019 Action Statements which may guide further discussion of potential 2020 Action Statements. Members will be provided the opportunity to take the worksheets home and turn them in via email. The goal is to bring the proposed 2020 Action Statements back to the IEDC at the regular February 4th, 2020 meeting for consideration of adoption. Staff are also asking for member feedback regarding possible table topic ideas for meetings in 2020. See attached list of potential table topics. Al. Staff Impact: Limited A2. Budget Impact: None B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS 1. No Motion; discussion only C. STAFF RECOMMENDATION None at this time. D. SUPPORTING DATA a. Adopted 2019 Action Statements b. 2020 Action Statements Worksheet c. Potential Table Topic Ideas 1 INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 2019 ACTION STATEMENT WORKSHEET Mission Statement: The Monticello IEDC will advocate industrial and economic growth within the City of Monticello by promoting awareness and communication efforts on behalf of the business community. Goal: The IEDC is dedicated to being pro -active in following the objectives and policies established in the Monticello Comprehensive Plan. It is the intention of the IEDC to work within the areas identified below as supporting objectives and actions. Objective: Retaining Jobs 1. Encourage business retention within Monticello. a. Conduct Business Retention (BR&E) visits by IEDC members to long standing business in the community to help grow stronger relationships between our businesses and City Hall. b. Discuss the needs of businesses for development of a Retention Action Plan. c. Market and present various programs available via the City and EDA. 2. Recognize the contributions of Monticello manufacturers through organization of and participation in industry -related events. a. Promote and organize Manufacturer's Week 2019 events. b. Continue Manufacturer's Week Appreciation Breakfast. c. Assist in development and promotion of a tour of Monticello Industrial Businesses and/or the Wright Technical Center (WTC) in Buffalo. 3. Enhance Workforce Development through partnerships with local educators, businesses, organizations and agencies. a. Based on the need of the businesses, partner with key leaders of our local businesses, educators and others to develop and execute a Workforce Development Plan. b. Collaborate with and support the Monticello School District in growing their initiatives to bring businesses into the classrooms. c. Engage stakeholders in an effort to raise awareness of labor force demographics and potential solutions such as youth career building initiatives similar to TigerPath. d. Explore ways business can bring relevance to educational classes & programs. 4. Promote communications & engagement with Monticello businesses and prospects a. Create and host a Monticello business round table event which will offer businesses a platform for discussion. b. Facilitate "Industrial Round Tables". Objective: Creating Jobs & Expanding the Tax Base 1. Support the recruitment of business which further the goals and objectives for the community as guided by the Comprehensive Plan. a. Assess the current marketing materials and plan. b. Assist in execution or development of a new Marketing Plan. c. Respond in a timely manner to inbound communications. d. To support residential land development as it correlates to workforce development. 2. Continue to lead the City in moving forward key transportation projects which support economic development. a. Participate in the "Business Day At the Capitol" through the Minnesota Chamber and lobby on behalf of the Monticello community to help City staff bring attention to our local transportation needs. b. Develop a needs -based transportation priority statement for lobbying/support purposes. c. Participate in and offer feedback related to the Comprehensive Plan Phase 1 strategic planning process. d. Encourage key transportation projects which improve product delivery for businesses, such as interchange, freeway, and bridge crossing projects. e. Identify specific benefits of a 3rd interchange to businesses and/or community. 3. Evaluate and provide recommendations to the City regarding industrial land supply and availability. a. More frequently evaluate current property inventory and uses for these properties as a group with the objective to better market these properties. b. Review and comment on the Comprehensive Plan Land Use update scheduled to occur in 2018 as it relates to industrial and commercial guided land in the City of Monticello. c. Assess Industrial Land availability for jobs with income levels to support families; 1. Total acreage with developed infrastructure, zoned, and available to purchase and the maximum acreage of a contiguous, buildable lot. 2. Total acreage with undeveloped infrastructure, zoned, and available to purchase. Owner contact information. 3. Total acreage preserved in Land Use Plan for future development. d. Assess accessibility to Interstate 94 and State Highway 25 and utility capabilities 4. Support community quality of life initiatives which enhance Monticello's objectives for high quality development across the land use spectrum, including residential, commercial, industrial and civic uses. a. Support and encourage the development of the Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park and recommend the development of a pathway connection to Monticello Businesses. b. Support and encourage an equal partnership of CentraCare, Presbyterian Homes and the City to connect the trail along the river and behind the CentraCare campus and Presbyterian Homes Assisted Living Facility c. Promote CentraCare Health Monticello to industrial businesses. d. Develop a visioning worksheet to get IEDC members views on residential, commercial and industrial needs and challenges to bring to light needed future planning and ordinance changes. e. Review and coordinate public and private actions with parks and trails. f. Support and enhance efforts to bring economical childcare services into the community. 5. Continue to provide recommendations in an advisory capacity on land use and tax base matters relating to industrial and economic development. a. Provide comments on the NW Monticello Interchange Land Use Study. b. Keep informed on the status of the Monticello Nuclear Plant in relation to its license renewal in 2030 and as it relates to the NW Interchange Land Use Study. c. Sponsor networking individually and in small groups for input. d. Support efforts to revise the taxation methods for power generating facilities. 6. Facilitate regional development initiatives. a. Support the development and implementation of the Regional CEDS (Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy) Plan through strategy review, feedback and identification of local projects for regional federal funding support. INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 2020 ACTION STATEMENT WORKSHEET Mission Statement: The Monticello IEDC will advocate industrial and economic growth within the City of Monticello by promoting awareness and communication efforts on behalf of the business community. Goal. The IEDC is dedicated to being pro -active in following the objectives and policies established in the Monticello Comprehensive Plan. It is the intention of the IEDC to work within the areas identified below as supporting actions and objectives: 1. Please rank the following objectives: Ranking (1-15, Objectives 1 being highest) Continue to provide recommendations in an advisory capacity on land use matters relating to industrial and economic development. Encourage the development of planning process for identification of a third Monticello 1-94 interchange and guidance of surrounding land use (Northwest Planning Area), including industrial land uses. Support community quality of life initiatives which enhance Monticello's objectives for high quality development across the land use spectrum, including residential, commercial, industrial and civic uses. Continue to lead the City in moving forward key transportation projects which support economic development. Recognize the contributions of Monticello manufacturers through organization of and participation in industry -related events. Encourage business retention within Monticello. Enhance Workforce Development through partnerships with local educators, businesses, organizations and agencies Support the recruitment of business which further the goals and objectives for the community as guided by the Comprehensive Plan. Promote communications & engagement with Monticello businesses and prospects. Other: Other: Other: 2. Please provide action statements or activities you believe would support each objective. Objectives Continue to provide recommendations in an advisory capacity on land use matters relating to industrial and economic development. 1 Action: 2 Action: Encourage the development of planning process for identification of a River Crossing in the area and/or a third Monticello 1-94 interchange and guidance of surrounding land use (Northwest P ann ng Area), including industrial land uses. 1 Action: 2 Action: Support community quality of life initiatives which enhance Monticello's objectives for high quality development across the land use spectrum, including residential, commercial, industrial and civic uses. 1 Action: 2 Action: Continue to lead the City in moving forward key transportation projects which support economic development. 1 Action: 2 Action: Recognize the contributions of Monticello manufacturers through organization of and participation in industry -related events. 1 Action: 2 Action: Encourage business retention within Monticello. 1 Action: 2 Action: Enhance Workforce Development through partnerships with local educators, businesses, organ ations and agencies. 1 Action: 2 Action: Support the recruitment of business which further the goals and objectives for the community as guided by the Comprehensive Plan. 1 Action: 2 Action: Promote communications & engagement with Monticello businesses and prospects. 1 Action: 2 Action: Other: IEDC Members feel free to create objective -vision statement: 1 Action: 2 Action: Industrial Economic Development Committee (IEDC) 2020 Worksheet Action Statement Related Assignment Potential Calendar Year 2020 Table Topics Please circle the items that you want to have as Table Topics in 2020. If there is consensus among the members that these are worthy topics, some of them can be pushed out into 2021. Discussion encouraged. 1. Comprehensive Plan —Vision Statement and Progress and Process Update 2. Co -Work Facility Concept Presentation and Discussion 3. 2020 Census Update - Importance of Full Participation 4. Housing Needs - Status of Housing Developments — Housing Study Proposal Update S. Industrial Land Study and Recommendations Update 6. Housing Programs by MHFA 7. Lodging— Hospitality Needs Discussion 8. Housing Study Findings and Recommendations 9. Wright County EDA formation discussion 10. Central Mississippi River Reginal Planning Partnership Progress Report 11. Anticipated Spinoff Development Impacts related to Proposed Google Data Center in Becker 12. Other: AGENDA REGULAR MEETING - MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, January 7th, 2020 - 6:15 p.m. Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center Commissioners: Sam Murdoff, John Alstad, Paul Konsor, and Alison Zimpfer 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 — November 4th, 2019 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 administrative lot combination and rezoning to M -H (Manufactured Home Park). Applicant: Kjellberg Inc. -Kent Kjellberg, President B. Public Hearing — Consideration of a request for Comprehensive Plan Amendment from Places to Shop to Places to Live, Preliminary Plat for Monticello Business Center 7th Addition, Development Stage PUD and rezoning to Planned Unit Development. Applicant: Kent Kjellberg 3. Regular Agenda A. Consideration of the Community Development Directors Report 4. Added Items 5. Adjournment