IEDC Agenda 03-07-2017
AGENDA
INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC)
Tuesday, March 7, 2017 – 7:00 a.m.
Boom Island Room, Monticello Community Center
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Members: Steve Johnson, Joni Pawelk, Wayne Elam, Luke Dahlheimer, Dick Van Allen, Jim
Johnson, Don Roberts, Derek Vetsch, Don Tomann, Ollie Koropchak-White, Jason
Kisner, Andrew Tapper, Pete Gardner, Kevin Steffensmeier
Liaisons: Mayor Brian Stumpf, Jeff O’Neill, Angela Schumann, Jim Thares, Jacob Thunander,
Marcy Anderson, Dave Tombers
1. Call to Order
2. Approve Minutes:
a. February 7, 2017
3. Consideration of Adding Items to the Agenda
4. Consideration of Review of Outside Storage Ordinance Criteria in Industrial Zones
5. Reports (Verbal Reports):
a. Economic Development
b. Planning Commission Agenda (attached)
c. City Council
d. Chamber of Commerce
6. Adjournment (8:00am)
MINUTES
INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC)
Tuesday, February 7th, 2017 – 7:00 a.m.
Boom Island Room, Monticello Community Center
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Present : Steve Johnson, Joni Pawelk, Jim Johnson, Don Roberts, Darek Vetsch, Ollie Koropchak-
White, Andrew Tapper
Absent: Wayne Elam, Luke Dahlheimer, Dick Van Allen, Don Tomann, Mari Lou McCormic,
Pete Gardner, Jason Kisner
Liaisons: Jeff O’Neill, Jim Thares, Jacob Thunander, Marcy Anderson, Dave Tombers
1. Call to Order
Darek Vetsch called the regular meeting of the IEDC to order at 7:00 a.m.
2. Consideration to appoint 2017 Vice Chairperson
OLLIE KOROPCHAK-WHITE MOVED TO RECOMMEND JONI PAWELK AS THE
IEDC VICE CHAIRPERSON. STEVE JOHNSON SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED, 7-0.
3. Approve Minutes:
a. January 3rd, 2017
DON ROBERTS MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM THE
JANUARY 3RD, 2017 REGULAR MEETING OF THE IEDC. OLLIE
KOROPCHAK-WHITE SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 7-
0.
4. Consideration of adding items to the Agenda
Duane Northagen requested the addition of a discussion regarding business retention and
expansion.
5. Consideration of accepting Mari Lou McCormic’s resignation from IEDC and
suggested replacement of Kevin Steffensmeier, President, Riverwood Bank
Jim Thares stated that Mari Lou McCormic requested her resignation from the IEDC
board to allow her more time to focus on Chamber board matters. She requested that
Kevin Steffensmeier, President of Riverwood Bank be her replac ement.
Steffensmeier introduced himself to the IEDC and expressed his wishes to serve on the
board.
STEVE JOHNSON MOVED TO ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF MARI LOU
MCCORMIC AND RECOMMENDED KEVIN STEFFENSMEIER TO THE IEDC
BOARD. DON ROBERTS SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 7-0.
6. Consideration of appointment to Small Area Study Steering Committee
STEVE JOHNSON MOVED TO APPOINT DON ROBERTS TO SERVE ON THE
SMALL AREA STUDY STEERING COMMITTEE. OLLIE KOROPCHAK-WHITE
SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 7-0.
7. Table Topic – CEDS Process and Document, Jenn Russell, CMJ&TS
Jenn Russell from Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services introduced herself and
discussed the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) process. She
stated that the CEDS report will help guide stakeholders to understanding the regional
economy and provide action steps to improve it. Russell provided a timeline for the
completion of four cornerstones to the project: Human Capital, Economic
Competitiveness, Community Resources, and Foundational Assets. Lastly, Russell
commented on the benefits of being involved with the planning process including the
opportunity for federal EDA programs and grants.
8. Reports (Verbal Reports):
a. Economic Development
Jim Thares mentioned the following updates:
Groebner, Inc. is still in the process of finding a site location that will
accommodate outside storage.
The City is still in the running as a possible site for the large International
Firm, which would employ over 700 employees.
Precision machining firm is still looking for a building of at least 50,000
square feet. Their second option is to construct a new building.
Shred n’Go continues to have discussions with staff regarding a site at
Otter Creek Business Park.
The Dental Specialty Clinic proposal will be heard at evening meeting of
the Planning Commission. The clinic would include three dentistry
practices.
Mills Fleet Farm is progressing on schedule with an open date in the fall,
2017.
b. Planning Commission Agenda (attached)
Jim Thares noted that t wo public hearings would be heard at the Planning
Commission meeting starting at 6:00 p.m. These include the Monticello Dental
Specialty proposal and the adoption of the 2017 Monticello Zoning Map. The
consideration of a simple subdivision for the future Fallon Avenue overpass is
included on the regular meeting.
c. City Council
Jeff O’Neill provided an update on the City Council.
A goal setting workshop with the City Council is scheduled for February
28th, 2017. The workshop is one of two meetings that will d iscuss mission,
values, and action items.
The City has been working closely with the Monticello School District to
keep on tract for their construction projects occurring at the main campus.
The Fallon Avenue closing is expected to occur in the next few weeks.
Trailblazer Transit has taken over service for public transportation
throughout Monticello. Staff are monitoring the service change.
The Highway 25 Coalition created a request for proposal that was sent to
five firms to complete traffic modeling. The project has $150,000 of
funding and the applicant would propose what could be accomplished with
that amount. Burlington Northern provided a grant of $25,000 to support
these efforts.
d. Chamber of Commerce
Marcy Anderson stated on Friday, February 24th from 8:30-9:30 a.m., the
Chamber will have Pancakes & Politics with Representative Tom Emmer. There
was also be an event , the same evening, at 6 p.m. for Bowlerama. This wacky
bowling event is open to the public and will help to raise funds for the Swan City
Heritage Foundation projects including the swan brochures.
9. Business Retention and Expansion
Duane Northagen explained a 3 to 5 year business retention and expansion plan
developed by Wright County Economic Development Partnership. Northagen requested
three volunteers for the program to help interview existing businesses. These interviews
would help businesses understand a variety of opportunities and resources available to
them. Joni Pawelk, Darek Vetsch, and Ollie Koropchak-White volunteered to assist wit h
these interviews.
10. Adjournment
STEVE JOHNSON MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 8:02 A.M. ANDREW
TAPPER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 6-0-1 WITH DON
ROBERTS ABSTAINING.
Recorder: Jacob Thunander ____
Approved: March 7, 2017
Attest: ____________________________________________
Jim Thares, Economic Development Director
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4. Consideration of revised Outside Storage Standards for Industrial Zoning Districts
(JT)
A. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND:
Staff is asking the IEDC to consider discussions and a recommendation regarding
potential amendment s to the City’s zoning ordinance regarding outside storage in the
industrial zoning districts. At present, the City allows outside storage in the I-1 and I-2
zoning districts as a permitted use in an amount that may be as large as the principal
building of the principal use of a parcel.
The consideration is to amend the o rdinance language for two purposes. The first would
be to allow outside storage as a conditional use permit (CUP) in both districts. The
second consideration would be to amend the standards applicable to outdoor stora ge.
These would include stipulat ing the area of outside storage related to the size of the lot or
the or the principal building along with screening requirements.
Such amendments to the code and standards will help elevate site development qualities
and enhance property values. This would further help achieve the City’s Comprehensive
Plan goal of growing the tax base and supporting the creation of high quality jobs. In
Otter Creek Business Park, the goal has been to strive for the highest quality building and
development elements through complete restriction of outside storage through a Deed of
Restrictive Covenants, not through zoning controls. If the City were to expand into the
area south of Otter Creek Business Park, it could ensure that high qual ity development
occurs in this I-1 area through land use controls instead of Restrictive Covenants.
It is a fact that there are currently businesses in the City and some growing business that
may consider Monticello as a location in the future that do r equire outside storage to
conduct their operations. It stands to reason that projects that intensely utilize a
development site with outside storage will yield less tax base and fewer jobs. In contrast,
standards that strike a balance of allowing outside storage as an accessory use through a
CUP will do much more to facilitate the growth of tax base and the creation of new jobs ,
while also enhancing property values.
Attached for review and discussion are possible outside storage standards. These
standards were drafted by staff as an example of controls that fully accommodate a
company’s need for outside storage to conduct their operations while also setting the
review process as up a CUP, establishing size limitations and screening requirements.
The key factors in the discussion are the size or volume of land area devoted to outdoor
storage, location relative to the principal structure and effective screening
A1. STAFF IMPACT: There is minimal staff impact in considering researching
amending the zoning ordinance adding outside storage standards. Staff has a relatively
small amount of time committed to this research to date. There may be additional time
committed to this effort based on the IEDC discussion and direction.
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A2. BUDGET IMPACT: There is a low budgetary impact due to the IEDC’s
discussion of outside storage standards. There has been a very small cost to involve the
consultant planner in the discussion. This expense will be paid from the EDA general
fund.
B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS:
1. If the IEDC is so inclined, offer a motion to direct further research o r a
recommendation on outdoor storage standards related to a possible amendment of the
zoning ordinance.
2. If the IEDC is so inclined, offer a motion to table further discussion/research of
outdoor storage standards related to a possible amendment of the zoning ordinance.
C. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the IEDC review and discuss the possible changes to outside storage
land use controls at the March meeting with ide a that the topic could be revisited again
during the April meeting for direction to staff.
D. SUPPORTING DATA:
a. Draft outside storage standards
Outdoor Storage Discussion
Open and Outdoor Storage as an accessory use provided that:
Outdoor storage shall be limited to 30% of the gross square foot age of the principal
building.
The storage area shall not occupy any portion of the yard between the front building line
and the adjoining public street, or the side building line and public street on a corner lot.
Outdoor storage areas must be 10’ from all property lines and when adjacent to properties
zoned other than industrial, shall be located a minimum of 50’ feet from the adjacent
property line.
The storage area shall not occupy any space required for conformity to the parking
regulations of the Zoning Ordinance.
Outdoor storage areas must be kept in an orderly condition, permitting vehicular access to
all materials or equipment. No portion of the outdoor storage shall be more than fifty (50)
feet from any access lane or other drive aisle, nor shall it block access to hydrants, fire
sprinklers, or other fire-fighting equipment.
All outdoor storage must be screened completely from any right of way and adjacent
property. Screening shall consist of masonry walls or fencing constructed of wood or
vinyl and shall provide for 100% opacity. Gates shall be an exception to this
requirement .
Additional land scaping of one evergreen tree per 6’ of linear fenceline required to be
planted on exterior of outdoor storage area.
Fences shall meet the height requirements of the zoning ordinance. Metal fencing may be
used where landscaping provides a complete year-round screen and is irrigated to ensure
survivability in compliance.
Outdoor storage shall be allowed only on improved surface of asphalt or concrete.
Storage in shipping containers shall be prohibited.
There shall be no storage of hazardous materials, as defined by the Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency.
Waste or recyclable material shall be contained in a refuse container. All such containers
shall be stored within a screened enclosure per the requirements of this ordinance.
The property, including buildings and exterior site areas, shall comply with all applicable
fire codes.
All lighting and noise shall be in compliance with this Ordinance.
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING - MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, March 7th, 2017 - 6:00 p.m.
Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center
Commissioners: Brad Fyle, Sam Murdoff, Marc Simpson, Lucas Wynne
Council Liaison: Charlotte Gabler
Staff: Angela Schumann, Steve Grittman (NAC), Jacob Thunander, John Rued
1. General Business
A. Call to Order
B. Consideration of approving minutes
a. Regular Meeting Minutes – February 7th, 2017
C. Citizen Comments
D. Consideration of adding items to the agenda
2. Public Hearings
A. Public Hearing - Consideration of request for Variance to front yard setback for
an attached accessory use garage in an R-1 (Single Family Residential) District.
Applicant: Kim and Jeff O’Neill
B. Public Hearing – Consideration of a request for amendment to Conditional Use
Permit for Pre-K – 12 Educational Use in an R-1 (Single-Family Residence)
District
Applicant: Wold Architects & Engineers
3. Regular Agenda
A. Consideration of the Community Development Directors Report
4. Added Items
5. Adjournment
Special Meeting
Mississippi Room - 7:30 PM
Planning Commission Vacancy Interviews
Wright County Local Option Sales Tax: Candidate Projects (Draft)
March 3rd, 2017
Roadway
Segment Miles I Estimated Cost Location Comments
Short Ter is (1-5 years)
CSAH 9
Waverly Lake
$ 1,000,000
City of Waverly
CSAH 18
CSAH 22 to Maciver
1.0
$ 2,000,000
City of St. Michael
Reconstruct to State Aid Standards
County Road 119
TH241 to Jamison
1.4
$ 2,000,000
City of St. Michael
Reconstruct o address safety concerns and traffic
CSAH 37
TH25 to CSAH 19
9.2
$ 13,000,000
Monticello Twp.
Reconstruction to meet State Aid standards.
Proposed to build in 2 or 3 stages.
Fenning Ave (future CR?)
CSAH 37 to Monticello
$ 3,000,000
Monticello Twp.
After swap of raodways with Township, reconstruct
2.0
to State -Aid standards.
CSAH 39
CSAH42 - O'Dean
1.3
$ 6,000,000
City of Otsego
Expansion to addres safety and traffic growth.
Short Term Subtotal=
$ 27,000,000
Mid Term Projects (6-10 years)
CSAH 36
1-94 to 101
2.3
$ 9,000,000
City of St. Michael
Reconstruction to address traffic growth.
County Road 137
1-94 to 70th St.
3.2
$ 4,500,000
Albertville/Otsego
Reconstruction to address safety and traffic growth
from 1-94 to the 70th St. roundabout.
CSAH 39
O'Dean - CSAH 19
3.6
$ 9,000,000
City of Otsego
Expansion to addres safety and traffic growth.
Proposed to build in stages.
CSAH 35
Jamison to 1 -Way Pairs
1.6
$ 3,500,000
City of St. Michael
Expansion to addres safety and traffic growth.
Proposed to build in stages.
CSAH 6
TH12 to N. City Limits
1.0
$ 1,500,000
City of Howard Lake
Reconstruction to meet State Aid standards and
address safety concerns in urban area.
CSAH 30
Delano City Limits to CSAH 13
1.3
$ 2,000,000
Delano/Franklin Twp.
Reconstruct to State Aid Standards
Mid -Term Subtotal=
$ 29,500,000
10+ ye
CSAH 19
Hanover to TH241 3.5
$ 12,000,000
St. Micheal/Hanover
Reconstruction to address traffic growth and safety
concerns. Proposed to build in stages.
CSAH 35
CSAH 9 to CR 109
1.6
$ 3,000,000
Chatham Twp.
Project would coincide with City development of
CSAH 32
TH 55 Intersection
0.5
$ 1,500,000
City of Rockford
the property in the area of the TH55/CSAH 32
intersection.
CSAH 36 ITH101
to 42
5,000,000
City of St. Michael
Reconstruction to meet State Aid standards.Potentially
build in stages starting at 1-94 ramps.
_ong-Term Subtotal=
$ ,500,000
Grand Total=
$ 78,000,000.00