Planning Commission Minutes 03-09-2020 (Joint Meeting)MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING - MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL & PLANNING COMMISSION
Monday, March 9th, 2020 — 5:00 p.m.
Academy Room, Monticello Community Center
Council Members Present:
Commissioners Present:
Commissioners Absent:
Staff Present:
1. General Business
A. Call to Order
Mayor Brian Stumpf, Jim Davidson, Bill Fair, Charlotte Gabler,
and Lloyd Hilgart
Sam Murdoff, John Alstad, Alison Zimpfer, and Andrew Tapper
Paul Konsor
Angela Schumann, Steve Grittman (NAC), Ron Hackenmueller,
Matthew Leonard, Ryan Melhouse, and Jeff O'Neill
Sam Murdoff called the Special Joint Meeting of the Planning Commission and
City Council to order at 5:00 p.m.
2. Regular Agenda
A. Concept Stage PUD: Mielke/Jameson/Malone (48 Unit Townhomes)
Applicant: Mielke Development
Sam Murdoff introduced the continuation of the Concept Stage PUD meeting.
Angela Schumann provided a quick summary of the meeting that was previously
held on March 2, 2020. She noted that the proposal was unique in that it involved
two City owned parcels. She noted that public comment can be taken if desired
and time allows, as notice of the meeting was sent to property owners within 350
feet.
Dan Mielke, the applicant, reminded the Boards of the proposal and noted that he
made some changes based on the comments from the previous meeting.
He introduced Shelley Matuska, Edina Realty — Monticello, to speak about the
desire for a development such as the proposal. Matuska noted that interested
property owners are seeking property north of the interstate for this type of
product and that Monticello provides more amenities than neighboring
communities. Matuska explained that the need for 3 stall garages or extra storage
space is needed. Mielke asked Matuska if the price point was fair. Matuska agreed
and stated similar developments are selling units for the same costs.
Mielke explained that his proposal would eliminate the access issue that was
present for the Jameson parcel and also removes deteriorated homes on the
parcels.
Bob Mickelson, a Kramer family representative, explained their support for the
project and noted that without access or the City working with a developer,
litigation was pending.
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The Boards discussed advantages and concerns for the proposed project. In
summary the Boards acknowledged the proposal has merit, however many
commented that the density was tight. They acknowledged that a six-foot side
setback was workable. Concerns about the ability to finance the project were also
questioned based on the `asks' the developer made to the City, and the
developer's capacity to provide all of the required securities for the project. Board
members were also concerned with donating public land to a private development
where several homes would appear to be for the developer's advantage. The
access and streets were also a concern including the width, grade, turning
movements, and costs of the streets. A traffic study was recommended for Fallon
Avenue traffic projections. In addition, fire access was noted as a concern.
Another main discussion point of concern was park land. The developer requested
waiving park land dedication fees. The Boards noted the importance of
maintaining park dedication requirements and including sidewalks and trail
access.
Shawn Weinand, property owner in Monticello, presented information relative to
the Autumn Ridge Villas project and a concept patio home project as a reference.
Schumann noted that public comment letters from the Busch family and the
Bluffs apartment complex were received and a part of the agenda packet.
3. Adjournment
JOHN ALSTAD MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 6:18 P.M. ALISON
ZIMPFER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 9-0.
Recorder: Jacob Thunander
Approved: April 7th, 2020
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Angela Schu nn, ommunity Development Director
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