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IEDC Minutes 04-04-2017MINUTES INDUSTREAL, & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) Tuesday, April 4, 2017 — 7:00 a.m. Boom Island Room, Monticello Community Center Present: Darek Vetsch, Steve Johnson, Joni Pawelk, Wayne Elam, 011ie Koropchak-White, Jason Kisner, Andrew Tapper, Pete Gardner Absent: Don Roberts, Luke Dahlheimer, Dick Van Allen, Jim Johnson, Don Tomann, Kevin Steffensmeier Liaisons: Mayor Brian Stumpf, Jeff O'Neill, Angela Schumann, Jim Thares, Marcy Anderson, Dave Tombers 1. Call to Order Darek Vetsch called the IEDC Meeting to order at 7:00 a.m. 2. Approve Minutes: a. March 7, 2017 Darek Vetsch changed the "Call to Order" to replace "Jim Thares" with his name. STEVE JOHNSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE AMENDED REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FROM THE MARCH 7, 2017. JONI PAWELK SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 8-0. 3. Consideration of Adding Items to the Agenda None. 4. Consideration of Review of Outside Storage Ordinance Criteria in Industrial Zones Jim Thares noted that this item was a carry-over from last month's IEDC meeting. Staff is seeking comments and revisions to the proposed standards for outdoor storage before bringing forth to the Planning Commission and City Council. Thares noted that outdoor storage is currently allowed in I-1 (Light Industrial) and I-2 (Heavy Industrial) Districts and storage could be as much as the building footprint. He stated that as Monticello evolves over time, the City wants to be sure that those standards can support job and tax base growth. Angela Schumann showed different examples of properties in Monticello with outdoor storage in the I-1 and I-2 Districts. She reiterated the importance of the comprehensive plan's goals to increase jobs and tax base by limiting outdoor storage so that additional land would potentially be available for future building expansions. This would help to accomplish the future goals of both the property owner and the City. Schumann also noted that currently the I-1 and I-2 Districts have the same outdoor storage regulations and it was proposed to separate the standards. Outdoor storage would be permitted if it was adjacent to other industrial zoned lots. Staff proposed that if outdoor storage was adjacent to commercial or residential uses that it would require a conditional use permit. This proposed standard was created because of the potential land use impacts that could affect adjacent properties. Schumann also proposed having 30 percent of gross square footage of the principal building in the I-1 District and as large as the principal building in the I-2 District. For simplicity, Schumann noted that staff took the all other applicable standards (e.g. screening and landscaping requirements) located elsewhere in the Zoning Ordinance and placed them in the proposed ordinance. Another part of the proposed ordinance was the location of the storage area. Storage would primarily occur in the rear yard, but also could be on the interior side lot adjacent to other industrial zoned lots. Fire protection, grading, erosion control management, and setbacks were also included in the proposal. Schumann also added that she expected that the City would see more development in the I-1 District, than the IBC and I-2 Districts. Pete Gardner asked if anyone would be out of compliance if the zoning ordinance were amended. Schumann confirmed stating they would be considered existing, lawful non- conformance and allowed to exist as long as they continue to operate in the same manner without violations or expansions. Mayor Stumpf asked if Schumann could explain more about the proposed requirement that outdoor storage should meet the minimum setback. Schumann stated that if located in the I-1 District, the storage area should meet the minimum building setback from all property lines. The I-2 District proposes a 10 foot setback from all property lines adjacent to industrial land uses, or a minimum of 50 feet from the adjacent property line for all other zoning districts. Jeff O'Neill asked for more information regarding the net effect of the proposed ordinance. She added that graduating the standards for the I-1 and I-2 Districts would help identify with the types of uses typically seen in those areas. Schumann indicated that there is about 57 acres of industrial land availability. The EDA would be discussing industrial land availability and the need for outdoor storage while also trying to balance the creation of additional tax base and jobs. Schumann noted that outdoor storage does not accomplish those goals. O'Neill also added that the businesses in Otter Creek located there because of the covenants restricting outdoor storage. O'Neill reinforced the decision to balance outdoor storage throughout the City with the goals of the comprehensive plan. Steve Johnson noted concerns with this balancing and its limits to outdoor storage. Wayne Elam echoed concerns and noted that the 30 percent storage area, fencing, and tree spacing requirement would be limiting. Duane Northagen expressed approval of the idea of having additional outdoor storage space through a conditional use permit. Elam agreed and added that the City has land available for industrial development, but at the 2 high expense of bringing utilities to the land. Schumann also stated that it's important to use land efficiently. The cost of developing land is a cost to both the City and developers. Darek Vetsch left the meeting. Elam requested changing the proposal to allow up to 50 percent of the principal building size as outdoor storage area, with anything above that amount needing a conditional use permit. Schumann noted that outdoor storage should not be a principal use of property. She offered an alternative that would permit outdoor storage of 30 to 50 percent and a conditional use permit for outdoor storage up to the square footage of the building. ELAM MOVED TO APPROVE THE OUTDOOR STORAGE; PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT, WITH AMENDMENTS TO FENCE HEIGHT TO EIGHT FEET AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS FOR OUTDOOR STORAGE UP TO 51-100% OF THE BUILDING SQUARE FOOTAGE. STEVE JOHNSON SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 7-0 WITH OLLIE KOROPCHAK WHITE VOTING AGAINST. Reports (Verbal Reports): a. Economic Development Jim Thares provided the economic development report stating: • Mills Fleet Farm is progressing. They are planning on opening one month earlier than originally projected; in September, 2017. • Sherburne State Bank is expected to receive their Certificate of Occupancy this week. • Moon Motorsports has begun construction on their 8,000 square foot expansion project. They are expected to create 6 to 8 additional jobs. They have applied for a GMEF loan to fund equipment. • The Small Area Study an open house was held on Thursday, March 30"'. Good participation and feedback was received from stakeholders. A presentation to the EDA will occur at the end of April with an expected completion date at the end of June. • Industrial projects the update included Project Novus, Shred -N -Go, a DEED precision machining prospect, and a large international firm prospect. Mayor Stumpf added that the EDA decided not to sell the former Fred's Auto site. The EDA made this decision based on the relocation of the Post Office and the potential for a larger redevelopment opportunity that could include Fred's Auto parcel. b. Planning Commission Agenda (attached) Angela Schumann noted that there would be a joint meeting between the Planning Commission and the City Council to discuss a concept stage planned unit 3 development for a multi -lot industrial development project. Schumann also noted that Camping World had purchased the former Bedrock Motors site and was looking to expand their operations onto that lot. Camping World has asked the item to be tabled at tonight's meeting, pending additional information. c. City Council Jeff O'Neill commented on the method of taxation for power plants that was proposed to the legislature. Action is expected to be tabled. O'Neill also said that the Highway 25 and 7t' Street reconstruction project would begin with a signal light relocation happening tomorrow. There is not expected to be any day closures and the completion of the project is anticipated for July. O'Neill also added that Xcel Energy and the City met a few weeks ago to discuss a power study that would be completed in 2018. There is not expected to be any early closure of the power plant because of renewables or other forms of power. O'Neill stated that Wright County Commissioners are working on a sales tax initiative to work on road improvement projects throughout the county. Monticello has a few areas that would be supported with these tax dollars such as Fenning Avenue. A public hearing in the next few weeks is anticipated. Joni Pawelk noted that she was able to attend the open house for the Downtown Small Area Study. She expressed appreciation for the excitement and refreshment that the Cuningham Group has brought to the study and downtown. Marci Anderson agreed. d. Chamber of Commerce Marci Anderson stated that on May 18a' the Chamber would be holding a golfing event. She also added that they are working with the City on the annual Walk `n Roll event. She noted that last year, 38 bikes were provided by sponsors. The event is free for businesses to be a pathway partner. The path starts in the CentraCare Health parking lot to West Bridge Park. She also stated that there are some exciting changes coming for fall events including Trick -or -Treating. 6. Adjournment OLLIE KOROPCHAK WHITE MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 8:05 AM. JASON KISNER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 7-0. Recorder: Jacob Thunander Approved: May 2nd, 2017 �,--? Attest: Economic Deverooument Director