IEDC Agenda - 02/07/2023AGENDA
INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC)
Tuesday, February 07, 2023
7:00 a.m. at Monticello Community Center
Participants who choose to attend remotely may join via Microsoft Teams:
Click here to join meeting; Teams
Members: Chairperson Sarah Kortmansky, Vice Chairperson Luke Dahlheimer, Tracy Hinz, Liz Calpas,
Joni Pawelk, Darek Vetsch, Kevin Steffensmeier, Steve Johnson, Wayne Elam, Andrew
Tapper, Randy Skarphol, Eric Olson, Kathleen Massmann, Ryan Schmitz
Liaisons: Tracy Hinz, Rachel Leonard, Angela Schumann, Jim Thares, Marcy Anderson,
Jolene Foss, Dave Tombers, Tim Zipoy
1. Call to Order
2. Approve Minutes:
a. January 03, 2023 meeting minutes
3. Consideration of Adding Items to the Agenda
4. Open Meeting Laws Review
5. Table Topic — LOST (Local Option Sales Tax) Initiative Overview — Rachel Leonard, City
Administrator
6. Reports:
• Economic Development
o Prospects List
o Building Permit Update -4th Qtr. 2022
o Planning Commission
• City Council
• Wright County Economic Development Partnership (WCEDP)
• Chamber of Commerce
7. Member Resignation
8. Next Meeting Reminder — Date: March 7, 2023
9. Adjournment (8:00 a.m.)
Minutes (Draft)
INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC)
Tuesday, January 2, 2023 - 7:00 a.m.
Monticello Community Center, North Mississippi Room
Participants who chose to attend remotely joined via Microsoft Teams.
Present: Chairperson Sarah Kortmansky, Chairperson Luke Dahlheimer, Liz Calpas, Joni Pawelk,
Darek Vetsch, Andrew Tapper, Randy Skarphol, Eric Olson
Present Virtually — Steve Johnson, Joni Pawelk, Ryan Schmitz
Absent: Wayne Elam, Kathleen Massmann, Eric Olson, Kevin Steffensmeier,
Liaisons: Jim Thares, Marcy Anderson, Jolene Foss
1. Call to Order
Chairperson Liz Calpas called the meeting to order at 7:07 a.m.
2. Approve Minutes:
LUKE DAHLHEIMER MOVED TO APPROVE DECEMBER 6, 2022, MINUTES. MOTION SECONDED BY
RANDY SKARPHOL. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
3. Consideration of Adding Items to the Agenda
4. Consideration of Electing 2023 IEDC Officers (Chairperson, Vice Chairperson and Secretary)
OPEN POSITION CHAIRPERSON - DAREK VETSCH NOMINATED VICE CHAIRPERSON SARAH
KORTMANSKY AS CHAIRPERSON OF THE IEDC. LUKE DAHLHEIMER SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
OPEN POSITION VICE CHAIRPERSON —VICE CHAIR SARAH KORTMANSKY NOMINATED LUKE
DAHLHEIMER AS VICE CHAIRPERSON OF THE IEDC. DAREK VETSCH SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
SECRETARY — JIM THARES, CITY OF MONTICELLO STAFF LIAISON WILL CONTINUE TO SERVE AS
SECRETARY. APPROVED BY CONSENSUS.
5. Central Mississippi River Regional Planning Partnership Overview—Darek Vetsch, Wright County
Commissioner, serves as a Representative to the Central Mississippi River Regional Planning
Partnership (CMRP) and presented it purpose and projects.
The CMRP is formerly known as the Hwy 25 Coalition. The name was changed to address
broader planning and economic development projects throughout the region. The unofficial
slogan of the CMRP is "A Transportation Solution". Using a governmental study, they address
concerns and solutions.
The planning initiative led to the effort to create the Framework 2030 plan. Framework 2030
helps identify areas of collaboration in economic growth, planning & zoning, and transportation
infrastructure. The current interest is directed towards a transportation infrastructure effort at
this point.
The Mississippi River crossing phase process steps begin with creating a Purpose and Needs
document. After it is created, CMRP applies for a Planning Environment Linkage (PEL) study. PEL
process will help provide almost all of what is needed before going to Environmental impacts
and help determine where a bridge can go. The funds for the PEL process will be split between
Wright and Sherburne Counties. The CMRP will contribute $400,000.
The best -case scenario is the PEL process will take close to 2 years pushing the point to go to the
Federal government for funding at least 3 years out. CMRP consensus for a river crossing
location is west of Fenning towards St Cloud 94 corridor. This is not a permanent decision and
may change as the planning process continues.
Within the next year the CMRP will no longer be governmental but informational and lobbying.
Membership representatives should not be affected except the change in elected officials to a
broader array of members, including transportation and industrial firm representation.
6. Consideration of Adopting Proposed 2023 IEDC Action Statements -Goals
Mr. Thares presented an edited version of the 2023 IEDC Action Statement — Goals as discussed
by the IEDC on December 6, 2022, meeting.
Mr. Thares reviewed the 2022 Table Topic lists. Suggestions were made for the 2023 list.
DAREK VETSCH MOVED TO ADOPT THE 2023 INDUSTRIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE ACTION STATEMENT AS PRESENTED. LIZ CALPAS SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
7. Consideration of Ryan Schmitz membership on the IEDC
Mr. Thares introduced candidate Ryan Schmitz, Cargill Plant Engineer.
DAREK VETSCH MOVED TO ACCEPT RYAN SCHMITZ AS A MEMBER OF THE IEDC. LIZ CALPAS
SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Members welcomed Mr. Schmitz.
Mr. Thares will present Mr. Schmitz membership to the City Council on January 9, 2023, for
approval.
1. Reports (Verbal Reports):
a. Economic Development
• Prospects List
• Project Stallion (Washburn) —The planned expansion project is moving
forward at a slower pace than initially anticipated.
• Project Shepard (Wiha) — Scheduled to begin construction in 2023.
• Project Sing—This is a German company specializing in precision tooling. If
Monticello is awarded, it would be a large project of a 400,000 square feet of
new facility with a total of 500 new jobs being created by the company for its
operations. Both Minnesota and Monticello are being considered.
• Project Wafer is looking for 120 acres which might be difficult to satisfy in City
of Monticello.
• Project T - This is a local expansion of 20,000+ square feet. Monticello staff
presented information regarding the potential incentives that may be
available to entice them to build in the city.
• Project Update
• The EDA Closed on Headwaters Twin Home property last month.
• Block 52 construction is on schedule.
b. Planning Commission - Mr. Thares provided an overview of the upcoming Planning
Commission meeting agenda, highlighting an expansion of Kwik Trip on highway 25, and
a PUD for Specialty Eating Establishment for Scooters Coffee. Hayden Stensgard,
Community and Economic Development Coordinator, highlighted the recodification of
the Monticello Zoning Ordinance.
c. City Council update was not available.
d. Jolene Foss, Executive Director of the Wright County Economic Development Partnership
(WCEDP) presented updates including Technical Workforce.
• Mobility program sponsored by Wright County Technical Center and the State of
Minnesota to create Scholarships.
• CEO Program — Marketing promotion videos were produced as well as a 30
second ad that could be run on You -Tube or as a television ad.
• The Annual WCEDP is on January 20, 2023
e. Chamber of Commerce -Marcy Anderson, Monticello Chamber of Commerce Director,
presented highlights of projects and events.
• Good Morning Monticello events are scheduled through 3rd quarter.
• Art in the Park and Taste of Monticello registration has been posted.
• Riverfest Committee is continuing its planning.
8. Consideration of outreach efforts to potential new members — Mr. Thares encouraged members
to promote membership and lobby candidates for potential IEDC membership.
9. Next Meeting Reminder— Date: February 7, 2023
10. Adjournment at 8:00 a.m.
DAREK VETSCH MOVED TO ADJOURN. MOTION SECONDED BY LIZ CALPAS. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
Recorder: Vicki Leerhoff _
Approved: February 7, 2023
Attest:
James Thares, Economic Development Manager
IEDC Agenda: 02/07/23
4. Open Meeting Law (OML) Remote Attendance
A. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND:
Beginning in 2020 there was additional availability and allowance for remote
participation in meetings. However, now that the State of Emergency enacted during
the pandemic has been lifted, staff would like to present members of public bodies the
requirements of the Open Meeting Laws (MN State Statute Sec. 13D.02) and the ability
to attend meetings remotely.
B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS:
1. No motion; for discussion only.
C. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
No Action Needed
D. SUPPORTING DATA:
A. Memo from City Clerk
� ciry of
Monticello
January 31, 2023
Dear Board and Commission Members,
PHONE: 763-295-2711 FAx:763-295-4404
505 Walnut Street Suite 1 Monticello, MN 55362
Citizen service on municipal boards and commissions is essential to a strong community. It creates a vital
connection between members of the public and local elected officials. Thank you for your participation
and dedication, particularly through the challenges we faced to continue meeting safely during the
pandemic.
Beginning in 2020 there was additional availability and allowance for remote participation in meetings.
However, now that the state of emergency enacted during the pandemic has been lifted, I want to
remind everyone of the requirements of the Open Meeting Law (MN State Statute Sec. 13D.02) and the
ability to attend meetings remotely.
It is strongly suggested that voting board/commission members attend meetings in person; however,
that is not always possible. If a board member needs to attend a meeting remotely, the following must
be followed:
• All members of the public body participating in the meeting can see and hear each
other, and can see and hear all discussion and testimony and all votes of members of
the public body (the technology provided must allow everyone to see and hear all
participants regardless of location);
• At least one member of the public body is physically present at the regular meeting
location;
• All votes are conducted by roll call so each member's vote can be identified and
recorded;
• Each location at which a member of the body is present is open and accessible to the
public. (if a member is remoting from home, while it is unlikely that a member of the
public would want to watch a meeting from their home, members must be prepared for
such a possibility.)
• To the extent practical, public bodies must allow members to monitor the meeting
electronically from a remote location when using interactive technology to conduct a
meeting.
• The public body must provide appropriate notice for this meeting. The notice must state
the member who is attending remotely and the location from where they are attending
(location must be open to the public). Please note: the notice must be posted 3 days in
advance of the meeting.
Please contact me with any questions at 763.271.3204 or Jennifer.schreiber@ci.monticello.mn.us.
Thank you again for your service and consideration.
Sincerely,
J nnifer Sch ibe
ity Clerk
www.ci.monticello.mn.us
IEDC Agenda: 02/07/23
5. Presentation of Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) Overview
A. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND:
The City of Monticello is pursuing a new local option sales tax during the 2023
Legislative Session requesting a % percent local option sales tax collected over 20 years.
Based on the Department of Revenue's estimate of revenue of $1.4 million annually for
the city, this is anticipated to result in $30,000,000 for equal distribution between two
of Monticello's top priority projects.
B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS:
1. No motion; for discussion only.
C. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
No Action Needed
A. LOST Regional Significance Information Packet
B. City Council Resolution 2023-13
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Summary Documentation of Regional Significance
CITY OF
Monticeflo
The City of Monticello is pursuing a new local option sales tax during the 2023 Legislative Session. Our
city leaders are committed to being responsible stewards of public funds, enhancing our strong economic
foundation as well as facilitating quality of life initiatives that benefit members of the public across Central
Minnesota.
To successfully accomplish these goals, we must seek new financial tools to help fund valuable projects.
Our location along the critical transportation corridors of Interstate 94 and Minnesota Trunk Highway
25 facilitated our growth into a robust regional center of commercial activity.
Implementing a local sales tax will leverage that commercial capacity into successful
recreational amenities of regional significance.
The City is requesting a % percent local option sales tax collected over 20 years.
Based on the Department of Revenue's estimate of revenue of $1.4 million annually
for the city, this is anticipated to result in $30,000,000 for equal distribution
between two of Monticello's top priority projects.
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Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Athletic Park ($15,000,000)
Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Athletic Park is Monticello's long-term vision for centralized
recreation in our community. It adds field space for active play to the larger Bertram Chain of
Lakes Regional Park, augmenting the natural park amenities with green space for soccer, football,
and lacrosse. The ultimate vision for the athletic park includes baseball and softball fields of varying sizes,
regional recreation amenities such as tennis courts and ice rinks, concession and ceremony space, and
the necessary infrastructure to support all -season use of the park. Bringing the athletic park to life adds
economic vitality to our community and region as teams travel to compete and relax between games,
experiencing the excitement Monticello has to offer.
The Pointes at Cedar Recreational Area ($15,000,000)
The Pointes at Cedar Recreational Area builds on Monticello's existing id
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for recreation. The project is anchored by three interconnected lakes that serve a stormwater
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be surrounded by pathways, art, entertainment, and gathering spaces. The Pointes Master Plan outlines
regional amenities, including a pavilion for all -season recreation on the lakes, spaces for events and
performances, a pathway trailhead, and nodes for play and discovery. With the lively public spaces at the
center, recreation will drive economic activity around the perimeter. The Pointes Small Area Plan guides
commercial and residential development in alignment with surrounding land uses, striving for vital density
as well as a strong mix of retail and professional services.
Securing a local sales tax to help fund these two projects will allow Monticello to remain fiscally responsible
as we develop. These projects authentically reflect the character and strengths of Monticello while serving
the greater region. The revenue generated would be a transformational sum, bringing these projects to life
for generations to come.
Sincerely,
Lloyd Hilgart, Mayor Rachel Leonard, City Administrator
Lloyd.Hilgart@ci.monticello.mn.us Rachel.Leonard@ci.monticello.mn.us
The City of Monticello:
Planning for the Future
Projects funded through the local option sales tax would be of regional significance enhancing recreational
opportunities for the public throughout the region and state while simultaneously supporting a healthy
economy.
Everything the City of Monticello does is led by the Monticello 2040 Community Vision + Comprehensive
Plan, a detailed vision for the future of our community. It was developed with public input from our region
and provides strategies to achieve a clear vision of the future. There are three themes: community character,
community health, and community sustainability. These themes are woven throughtout the plan and are
reflected in the projects selected for Monticello's local option sales tax.
Our Vision
In 2040 the City of Monticello is an inclusive community focused around sustainable growth while maintaining
its small-town character. Monticello is a Mississippi River town known for its schools, parks, biking and walking
trails and vibrant downtown. Monticello is an evolving, friendly and safe community that respects the quality
of its environment, fosters a sense of belonging and connection, encourages a healthy and active lifestyle and
supports innovation to promote a prosperous economy.
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Our values include: a network of parks, open space and trail connections that provide recreation
opportunities; a healthy community focused on physical and mental health and wellness of its residents; a
diversified and strong local economy competitive at regional, state and national levels.
Supporting a Growing Population
The projects funded through the local option sales tax will be a draw for a steadily
growing population in our region, providing accessible spaces for families to shop,
gather for a game, experience local art, and recreate together. Monticello's population
increased approximately 10 percent between 2010-2018 (Source: 2020 Monticello
Housing Needs & Market Demand Study/US Census American Community Survey).
The population of our region (Wright & Sherburne Counties) is growing at a pace of
four times the state average, with the region set to exceed 270,000 residents by 2050
(Source: Central Mississippi River Regional Planning Partnership, Framework 2030 Plan).
U—) Planning for Transition
As a host community to a major energy utility, the City of Monticello is committed to plans and projects that,
with phased development, will continue to build a sustainable and successful economy. These two projects
will support Monticello in its efforts to transition from reliance on an energy tax base while meeting a regional
recreation need in service to the public beyond our municipal borders.
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15� A Retail Destination
Monticello is one of Wright County's regional retail centers. Approximately 23%
of Wright County's total sales tax receipts are generated in Monticello (Source:
United States Census, 20171U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality Local
Option Sales Tax Analysis for Wright County). Monticello generated an estimated
$450,018,000 in total retail sales (including non -sales tax retail sales) in 2017 (Source:
United States Census, 2017).
A City in Motion
A city in motion is a city with retail potential.
4,781 persons commute into Monticello for
employment daily. That means approximately
83% of Monticello's employment is estimated
to commute into the community, representing
significant non-resident buying power (Source:
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Monticello is 37 miles northwest of the Twin Cities and 27 miles southeast of St. Cloud, along the major
transportation corridors of 1-94 and TH 25. This level of access and traffic volume represents opportunity for
our retailers. Our average daily traffic (ADT) includes:
• 1-94 at TH 25
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• 1-94 at CSAH 18
57,284 ADT
2021
• TH 25 at CSAH 39/75
32,123 ADT
2021
• TH 25 at School Blvd.
27,406 ADT
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• TH 25 at Chelsea Rd.
27,406 ADT
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Project Summary
The Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park (BCOL) is the best of both worlds —
a place to be still and a place to find joy in movement. Bertram holds within
its borders four undisturbed lakes, acres of woods and wetland, and miles of
trails. It is a park to wander, explore, and find yourself in nature.
Just north of the woods and water, Bertram is also a destination for recreatio
with green fields ready for soccer, lacrosse and a future for additional activity
and play. Combined, these two pillars of Minnesota's outdoor heritage
— recreational and natural adventures - make Bertram Chain of Lakes an
unparalleled park resource for the region and the state.
Bertram was listed as a designated facility in Minnesota's Greater MN Region
Parks and Trails Commission Strategic Plan, which identifies parks and trails
with regional significance outside of the Twin Cities Metro area. Wright Coun
and the City of Monticello are co-owners of BCOL, committed to fostering the
use and enjoyment of the park.
For its part, the City is working toward building a truly one -of -a -kind
destination for sports recreation at the BCOL Regional Athletic Park, meeting
an unmet need for athletic fields for the community and the region.
Currently a limited number of athletic fields, not constructed to final play condition, have been built. Following
this construction, the park has experienced a tremendous increase in use for a variety of sports for all ages,
including:
• Field space for soccer, lacrosse, football, cross country and more
• Existing fields are fully booked 7 days a week, May through October
• Fields available for recreation beyond organized sports, including a local kite flying club
• 2021 site of the MN Youth Soccer Association State Tournament for U13 through U19 Blue Leagues
The local option sales tax will make the full build out of this regional athletic park a reality.
Regional Partnership Opportunities
Wright County is responsible for the passive recreation portion of the park as well as camp site rentals. The City
of Monticello is responsible for the active recreation infrastructure and maintenance of the athletic park.
The City is partnering with Monticello ISD 882 to host their nature -based education at Bertram. The YMCA
utilizes Bertram as the location for their Day Camp Manitou. Our long-term lease with The YMCA of the Greater
Twin Cities draws youth from all across the metro to this regional park.
We currently coordinate with several athletic associations serving Monticello and surrounding communities, and
expect more opportunities and connections to come with the expansion of the athletic park.
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Project Summary
The Pointes at Cedar reimagines the development of a largely vacant 100 -acre
area in the center of the city. In 2021 the Monticello City Council adopted
a Small Area Plan guiding development in the area away from large-scale
commercial to a more market-driven mixed-use concept with a greater chance
of success and positive impact.
City leaders are striving to maximize our existing assets with the most
valuable use of vacant land and established infrastructure to create long-term
economic stability and diversification away from dependency on Xcel Energy's
Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant, which currently represents almost 50% of
Monticello's tax base.
The Pointes at Cedar Recreational Area builds on Monticello's existing identity
as a destination for recreation. The project is anchored by three interconnected
lakes that serve a stormwater purpose but are enhanced to become centers
for all -season recreation. The lake feature will be surrounded by pathways, art,
entertainment, and gathering spaces with a mix of active and passive amenities
to bring together all ages and abilities. The Pointes Master Plan outlines regional
features, including a pavilion for all -season recreation on the lakes, spaces for
events and performances, an extensive pathway system and trailhead, and
nodes for play and discovery. The recreational area's unique biomes featuring
native plants and materials will be a magnet for those seeking to immerse
themselves in Minnesota's landscapes.
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With the lively public spaces at the center, recreation will drive economic activity around the perimeter.
The Small Area Plan guides commercial and residential development in alignment with surrounding land
uses, striving for vital density as well as a strong mix of retail and professional services. Together, the mix of
public and private investment and spaces will produce valuable synergy; bringing people together from all
over the region while simultaneously creating an economic market for professional, retail, and restaurant
establishments.
Regional Partnership Opportunities
Public investment in The Pointes at Cedar Recreation Area is intended to facilitate private development in the
greater area. These developments will become part of the identity of the project area.
Monticello envisions opportunities for civic groups and organizations to contribute to creating entertainment
nodes and other elements unique to Monticello.
In coordination with MontiArts, the City's arts initiative, we will have opportunities for professional and non-
professionals to contribute art to the area.
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The Importance of
Recreation in Monticello
Parks, arts, and recreation are woven into the heart of Monticello's community. The City of Monticello has over
30 public spaces to recreate and over 30 pieces of public, community built/local art throughout our community
(Source: City of Monticello Art Walk).
The Monticello Community Center is an excellent example of our community's ability to attract participants from
around the region. The MCC serves members from around Wright and Sherburne Counties, brings school groups
from around Central MN, and hosts events and programs with a reach far beyond our immediate population.
In addition to parks, arts, and recreation being an integral part to acheiving the priorities established by the
Monticello 2040 Plan (community character, community health, and community sustainability) it is also immensly
beneficial to our local businesses.
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hospitality jobs (Source: 2019 — Explore Minnesota). In addition to being an employment
opportunity, parks and recreation also generates revenue. Wright County generates 470
over $254,785,907 in gross leisure and hospitality receipts and $14,896,148 in state 9
sales tax (Source: United States Census, 20171U of M Extension Center for Community IN LEISURE & HOSPITAL
Vitality Local Option Sales Tax Analysis for Wright County).
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Outdoor recreation accounted for 2.4% of Minnesota's GDP in 2021 (Source: Bureau
of Economic Analysis). Minnesota's local and regional parks generated $2,834,173,626
in Economic Activity in 2013, $1,064,812,177 in 2013 labor income and 22,411 local
and regional jobs in parks (Source: National Recreation & Park Association —2015 The
Economic Impact of Local Parks).
N'S Monticello has 131 hotel rooms and 32 restaurants that will benefit from recreation
activity and the regional draw of the Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Athletic Park and
The Pointes at Cedar Recreation Area.
Monticello is part of District 4 in the Greater Minnesota Regional Parks and Trails Commission. This is the
smallest district geographically [in Minnesota], but the largest and fastest growing by population. Our proposed
projects align not only with the Monticello 2040 Community Vision, but with the Statewide Comprehensive
Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) and the District 4 Vision Statement to, "anticipate and shape the needs of our
changing community by focusing efforts on developing an interconnected system of high-quality, unique, well -
located recreational facilities that highlight and preserve our natural resources for all generations;' (Source: Page
72, 2020 GMRPTC Strategic Plan).
2023 Monticello Mayor and City Council Members
Lloyd Hilgart
Mayor
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Charlotte Gabler
Council Member
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Lee Martie
Council Member
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Tracy Hinz
Council Member
Sam Murdoff
Council Member
Questions?
Rachel Leonard, City Administrator
Rachel. Leonard @ci.monticello.mn. us 1 763.271.3275
Angela Schumann, Community Development Director
Angela.Schumann@ci.monticello.mn.us 1 763.271.3224
Sarah Rathlisberger, Finance Director
Sarah.Rathlisberger@ci.monticello.mn.us 1 763.271.3201
Tom Pawelk, Parks, Arts & Recreation Director
Tom.Pawelk@ci.monticello.mn.us 1 763.271.3268
CNINIVIalls,
City of Monticello Contact Us:
505 Walnut Street, Suite #1, 763.295.2711
Monticello, MN 55362 ci.monticello.mn.us
CITY OF MONTICELLO, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 2023-13
Resolution supporting the authority to impose a local sales tax to fund specific capital
improvements providing regional benefit, to establish the duration of the tax and the
revenue to be raised by the tax, and to authorize the City to issue bonds supported by
the sales tax revenue.
WHEREAS, the City of Monticello, Minnesota (the "City") has engaged community
residents and businesses and identified two community projects of regional benefit including:
(i) the acquisition, construction and equipping of various improvements to the future
Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Athletic Park, including but not limited to an athletic park with
various sports fields and related amenities to host game play, practices, and tournaments,
recreational and pedestrian trails, playgrounds, tennis courts, skating rinks, a parking lot,
lighting, concessions and restrooms, located within Monticello Township and jointly owned by
Wright County, at an estimated cost of $22,000,000 (the "Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional
Athletic Park") ; and
(ii) the acquisition, construction and equipping of various improvements to the future
Pointes at Cedar Recreation Area, including but not limited to a stormwater pond, which will
serve as a significant recreational water feature, surrounded by a series of recreational
pedestrian trails and interconnected public spaces for discovery, at an estimated cost of
$63,000,000 (the "Pointes at Cedar Recreation Area" and together with the Bertram Project
Chain of Lakes Regional Athletic Park, the "Projects");
WHEREAS, the Projects will result in benefits to both the residents and businesses of the
City and to non-resident visitors and businesses; and,
WHEREAS, funding a portion of the Projects with a local sales tax will more closely
distribute the cost of the Projects to the users of the facilities; and,
WHEREAS, the Projects are estimated to cost approximately $85,000,000 including
$22,000,000 for the Betram Chain of Lakes Regional Athletic Park and $63,000,000 for the
Pointes at Cedar Recreation Area plus an amount equal to interest on and the costs of issuance
of any bonds; and,
WHEREAS, the City estimates that a local sales tax of 0.50 percent would generate
$30,000,000 over 20 years; and,
WHEREAS, the City has provided documentation of the regional significance of each
project, including the share of the economic benefit to or use of each project by persons
residing, or businesses located, outside of the jurisdiction including but not limited to materials
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attached hereto as Exhibit A; and,
WHEREAS, the estimated local sales tax revenue and estimated time needed to raise
that amount of revenue for a portion of each project is as follows:
- For the Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Athletic Park: The City will collect
$15,000,000 over 10 years.
- For the Pointes at Cedar Recreation Area: The City will collect $15,000,000 over 10
years.
- Plus for the costs of collecting and administering the tax and the costs of issuing any
bonds including interest on any bonds issued supported by sales tax revenue.
WHEREAS, Minn. Stat. § 297A.99 authorizes the imposition of a general sales tax if
permitted by special law of the Minnesota Legislature; and,
WHEREAS, Minn. Stat. § 297A.99 requires the City to pass a resolution authorizing such
a local tax and to obtain Legislative approval prior to approval by the local voters to enact the
local tax;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the following:
1. The City Council supports the authority to impose a general local sales tax of 0.50
percent for a period of 20 years to fund a portion the aforementioned Projects;
2. Upon approval of this resolution, the City will submit the adopted resolution and
documentation of regional significance to the chairs and ranking minority members of
the House and Senate Taxes committees for approval and passage of a special law
authorizing the tax, by January 31 of the year that it is seeking the special law.
3. Upon Legislative approval and passage of the special law authorizing the tax, the City
will adopt a resolution accepting the new law, which will be filed with a local approval
certificate to the Office of the Secretary of State before the following Legislative
session.
4. The City will put detailed ballot questions, which include separate questions for each of
the Projects and authority for issuance of bonds, on a general election ballot for local
voter approval. This will be done within two years of receiving legislative authority.
5. If one or more ballot questions pass, the City will also pass an ordinance imposing the
tax and notify the commissioner of Revenue at least 90 days before the first day of the
calendar quarter that the tax will be imposed.
6. Upon completion of the aforementioned requirements, the local sales tax will
commence and run for 20 years or until a sum sufficient to fund a portion of the voter
approved Projects, including amounts sufficient to pay interest on the costs of issuing
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any bonds, is raised, whichever comes first.
ADOPTED BYthe Monticello City Council this 23" day of January, 2023.
CITY OF MONTICELLO
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EXHIBIT A
DOCUMENTATION OF REGIONAL SIGNIFICANCE
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Date of
Company Name
Business Category
Project Description
Contact
E
in
Total Investment
5/22/2018
Karlsburger Foods
Food Products Mfg.
Facilty Expansion
11/29/2018
Project Blitzen
Precision Machining
Exist Bldg or New Const.
3/28/2019
Project Nutt
Co -Working Space
Existing Building
5/9/2019
Project FSJP
Light Mfg -Res. Lab
New Construction
8/16/2019
Project Jaguar
Office
New Construction
1/20/2020
Project Panda v3
Service -Child Care
New Construction
12/23/20- 6-
Project TDBBST
Industrial
New Construction
30-22
$1,400,000
Active Search
22,000 sq. ft.
2/16/2021
Project Cold
Industrial -Warehouse -Di
New Construction
10,500 sq. ft.
0
stri
$4,100,000
3/19/2021
Project Orion
Warehouse-Distributi
New Construction
$1,850,000
Concept Stage
on
2/28/2022
Project Emma II
New Construction
0
6/16/2021
Project UBAA
Child Care Services
New Construction or Exist
6/30/2021
Project Ecosphere
Industrial Tech Mfg.
New Construction
02/01/2023
Project BA710
Lt Assem-Distribute
New Construction 6,500 to 7,000 sq. ft
10/28/2021
Building -Facility
Retained Jobs New Jobs
Total Investment
Project Status
Project Shepherd
III
Lt Assembly Distribution
New Construction 75,000 sq. ft.
4/28/2022
Project Cougar
20,000 sq. ft. +/-
42
10 to
$4,500,000
On Hold
20
12,000 sq. ft.
10
$1,200,000
Concept Stage
?
?
?
?
Concept Stage
20,000 sq. ft.
0
20+/-
$1,400,000
Active Search
22,000 sq. ft.
22
4
$2,700,000
Active Search
10,500 sq. ft.
0
21
$4,100,000
Active Search
10,000 to 15,000 sq.
0
9
$1,850,000
Concept Stage
ft.
80,OOOsq. ft.
0
21
$12,000,000
Concept Stage
832,500 sq. ft.
0
500
$125,000,000
Active Search
20,000 sq. ff.
0
4
$1,350,000
Active Search
5,000 sq. ft.
0
14 to 19
$2,000,000
Act Search
1,000,000 sq. ft.
0
1122
$85,000,000
Act Search
7/29/2021
Project BA710
Lt Assem-Distribute
New Construction 6,500 to 7,000 sq. ft
10/28/2021
Project Stallion
Technology Service
New Construction 42,000 sq. ft.
2/7/2022
Project Shepherd
III
Lt Assembly Distribution
New Construction 75,000 sq. ft.
4/28/2022
Project Cougar
Precision Machining -Mfg.
New Construction 35,000 to 45,000 sq. ft.
0 10 $650,000 Active Search
40 $3,600,000 Active Search
75 $10,500,000 Active Search
38 $4,700,000 Active Search
8/11/2022
Project Sing
Precision Machining New Construction
400,000 sq. ft.
0 500 $90,000,000
Active Search
10/28/2022
Project IAG
Mfg. New Construction
300,000 sq. ft.?
0 50? $70 to $80,000,000
Active Search
11/9/2022
Project Tea
Mfg New Construction
25,000 sq. ft.
55 20 $5,800,000
Active Search
12/13/2022
Project Love
Mfg New Construction
250,000
130 $24,000,000
Active Search
Contacts: M =02 YTD = 2
1W BUILDING PERMIT ACTIVITY AND VALUATION
PERMIT TYPE
2021 - 4th
Qtr.
Valuation
YTD
Valuation
2022 - 4th
Qtr.
Valuation
YTD
Valuation
Single Family
Multi -Family
Comercial-Industrial New - Remodel - Addition
10
0
2
1,845,000
0
391,117
56
144
18
10,712,880
20,625,000
780,002
4
91 units
6
1,025,795
Falls under the
23,577,959
35
Commercial
22
8,763,675
valuation
29,0641720
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING - MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 - 6:00 p.m.
Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center
Commissioners: Paul Konsor, Andrew Tapper, Eric Hagen and Teri Lehner,
Melissa Robeck
Council Liaison: Charlotte Gabler
Staff: Angela Schumann, Steve Grittman (NAC), Hayden Stensgard, and
Ron Hackenmueller
1. General Business
A. Call to Order
B. Consideration of approving minutes
a. Regular Meeting Minutes—January 3, 2023
C. Citizen Comments
D. Consideration of adding items to the agenda
E. Consideration to approve agenda
2. Public Hearings
A. Consideration of an Amendment to the Monticello Zoning Ordinance Related to
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations as an Accessory Use
Applicant: City of Monticello
3. Regular Agenda
A. Consideration of Community Development Director's Report
4. Added Items
5. Adjournment
Steve Johnson
1233 Sandy Lane
Monticello, MN 55362
763-987-6688
steve.i ohnsonAU.netcom.com
February 2, 2023
Jim Thares
Economic Development Director
City of Monticello
505 Walnut Street, Suite #1
Monticello, MN 55362
Jim,
I reluctantly must submit my resignation from the Monticello Industrial and Economic
Development Committee (IEDC). Current requirements of the State of Minnesota Open
Meeting Statute preclude my participation. This action in no way diminishes the value of
this group to the growth of our community. I thank you for the opportunity to serve
within this body.
Sincerely,
Steve Johnson