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IEDC Agenda - 01/02/2024AGENDA INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) Tuesday, January 02, 2024 7:00 a.m. at Monticello Community Center Members: Chairperson Sarah Kortmansky, Vice Chairperson Luke Dahlheimer, Tracy Hinz, Liz Calpas, Eric Olson, Joni Pawelk, Darek Vetsch, Kevin Steffensmeier, Wayne Elam, Andrew Tapper, Randy Skarphol, Rob Stark, Tony Velishek, Corry Ritter, Liz Kokesh Liaisons: Rachel Leonard, Angela Schumann, Jim Thares, Marcy Anderson, Jolene Foss, Dave Tombers, Tim Zipoy 1. General Business A. Call to Order B. December 5, 2023, meeting minutes C. Consideration of Adding Items to the Agenda 2. Regular Agenda A. Consideration of electing 2024 IEDC Officers (Chairperson, Vice Chairperson and Secretary) B. Consideration of Amended Organizational & Membership Guidelines C. Consideration of Adopting "2024 IEDC Position -Action Statements" D. Consideration of Table Topics for 2024 (preferences for meeting topics) 3. Liaison Updates A. Wright County Economic Development Partnership (WCEDP) B. Chamber of Commerce C. Economic Development • Project Update • Prospect List • January 5, 2024, Planning Commission Agenda D. City Council Update 4. Next Meeting Reminder— Date: Monday, March 4, 2024 -as per new meeting schedule 5. Adjournment (8:00 a.m.) INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) DRAFT MINUTES December 5, 2023 7:00 a.m. at Monticello Community Center Members Present: Chairperson Sarah Kortmansky, Vice Chairperson Luke Dahlheimer, Tracy Hinz, Liz Calpas, Eric Olson, Joni Pawelk, Darek Vetsch, Jarred Merchant, Andrew Tapper, Randy Skarphol, Tony Velishek, Corry Ritter, Rob Stark joined the meeting at 7:13 a.m. Members Absent: Kevin Steffensmeier, Liz Kokesh, Wayne Elam Liaisons Present: Rachel Leonard, Jim Thares, Marcy Anderson, 1. Call to Order Chairperson Sarah Kortmansky called the regular meeting of the Monticello IEDC to order at 7:02 a.m. Approve Minutes: LUKE DAHLHEIMER, MOVED TO APPROVE THE NOVEMBER 6, 2023, REGULAR MEETING MINUTES. RANDY SKARPHOL SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Consideration of Adding Items to the Agenda: None. 2. Regular Agenda A. Consideration of Member Re -Appointments to IEDC (term Renewals) Jim Thares, Economic Development Manager, gave an update on the member renewals and vacancies. Corey Ritter will replace Liz Calpus as the Chamber Representative, leaving a vacancy on the Committee. TONY VELISHEK MOVED TO NOMINATE ANDREW TAPPER, ERIC OLSON, ROB STARK, TONY VELISHEK, CORY RITTER, AND SARAH KORTMANSKY FOR A THREE- YEAR TERM TO THE INDUSTRIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2024. RANDY SKARPHOL SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. B. Consideration of Proposed IEDC 2024 Meeting Schedule Adjustments Mr. Thares presented the item to revised 2024 IEDC Meeting schedule reducing the regular meetings from 11 to 7 throughout the year and occurring in January, March, May, June, August, September and November. Joni Pawelk suggested that Table Topic presentations be provided ahead of time so members could review materials prior to the meeting. It was also suggested that possibly the meeting time be extended to allow table topics to comprise a larger more meaningful portion of meeting. The proposed reduction in the monthly occurrence of the meetings will require an amendment to Organizational & Membership Guidelines as they state that meetings occur each month (Section 1). If the IEDC members support this proposal, an amended Organizational & Membership Guidelines will be presented for consideration of approval at the January 2, 2024, meeting. C. Table Topic — CMRP (Central Mississippi River Regional Planning Partnership) Update — Darek Vetsch and Rachel Leonard Darek Vetsch, Wright County Commissioner and Rachel Leonard, City of Monticello Administrator presented an update of the Central Mississippi River Regional Planning Partnership (CMRP). The presentation is posted online. D. Economic Development Mr. Thares provided an update i. Prospects and Projects • Hotel • 2 Large Industrial Contacts noted in the Prospect List ii. Planning Commission Hayden Stensgard, Community & Economic Coordinator reviewed the Planning Commission 12/05/2023 agenda. b. City Council Rachel Leonard, City Administrator, presented current projects and actions of the City Council including support for the 1-94 extension, approval of the 7th Street project and noting the 2024 Budget and Levy will be presented at the 12/11/23 Council meeting for consideration of approval. c. Wright County Economic Development Partnership (WCEDP) Commissioner Vetsch, Wright County Economic Development Partnership Board Member, gave an update on definition of funds in the Count Revolving Loan Program which was originated through a long -ago MIF (Minnesota Investment Fund) Grant award. The goal is to make the loan dollars more relevant and helpful through a revamp of the loan policies. d. Chamber of Commerce Marcy Anderson, Chamber of Commerce Director gave an update on the success the 2023 annual Holiday banquet and the start of event planning for 2024. 3. Next Meeting Reminder — Date: January 2, 2024 4. Adjournment (7:59 a.m.) DAREK VETSCH MOVED TO ADJOURN. COREY RITTER SECONDED THE MOTION. MEETING ADJOURNED. IEDC Agenda: 01/02/2024 2A. Consideration of Electing 2024 Officers Prepared by: Meeting Date: ® Regular Agenda Item Economic Development Director 01/02/2024 Reviewed by: Approved by: N/A N/A ACTION REQUESTED Motion as appropriate to appoint IEDC 2024 Officers. See below. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS: Motion to appoint Motion to appoint Motion to appoint as Chairperson of the Monticello IEDC for 2024 as Vice Chairperson of the Monticello IEDC for 2024 as Secretary of the Monticello IEDC for 2024. 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 the officers to serve in their position for up to three years. Traditionally, the IEDC has appointed the officers in single -year succession, with the Vice Chair moving to the Chair position. Sara Kortmansky has served as Chairperson with Luke Dahlheimer serving as the Vice Chair for 2023. The Guidelines also allow a City staff person to serve as the IEDC Secretary, which is the past and current status for that office. Staff Workload Impact: There is minimal staff impact. II. Budget Impact: The budget impact is minimal. III. Comprehensive Plan Impact: N/A STAFF RECOMMENDATION City staff recommends the IEDC appoint officers and defers to the IEDC on specific officers. SUPPORTING DATA A. IEDC Organizational and Membership Guidelines B. IEDC Ordinance —Title 2, Chapter 10 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, increasing the tax base and number of livable 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 Industrial Economic Development Agenda: 01/02/2024 2113. Consider Approving Amended IEDC Organizational & Membership Guidelines Prepared by: Meeting Date: ® Regular Agenda Item Economic Development Manager 01/02/2024 Reviewed by: Approved by: N/A Community Development Director REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND PREVIOUS ACTION —December 5, 203 IEDC Meeting —The IEDC acted to modify its 2024 meeting schedule reducing the total number of meetings from 11 to 7 throughout the year. The 2024 meeting months are: January, March, May, June, August, September and November. REQUESTED ACTION Motion to approve the amended Organizational & Membership Guidelines. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND The IEDC is asked to approve a minor amendment to its Organizational & Membership Guidelines which addresses changes to the 2024 (and future years) meeting schedule. At the December 5, 2023, meeting, the IEDC voted to change its meeting schedule, eliminating meetings in February, April, October and December (the IEDC has typically not met in July). The proposed schedule is not viewed as a diminishment of the IEDC's role in community and economic development efforts. It is intended to elevate the quality of the information sharing at the meetings and allow City staff sufficient time to coordinate Roundtable events and/or Business Retention & Expansion (BRE) visits to occur in between the meetings and further involve the IEDC members related to these activities identified in its POSITION -ACTION STATEMENTS. The Organizational & Membership Guidelines language currently states that meetings occur each month (Section 1). The proposed amendment adjusts the language to read meetings occur in "designated" months on the first Tuesday of those months. The meeting time will remain at 7:00 a.m. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommend adopting the amended Organizational & Membership Guidelines adjusting the meeting schedule to reflect the previously approved (December 5, 2023) reduction from 11 to 7 regular meetings in the months of January, March, May, June, August, September and November. SUPPORTING DATA: Industrial Economic Development Agenda: 01/02/2024 A. Amended IEDC Organizational & Membership Guidelines — Redline B. Clean Version —Amended IEDC Organizational & Membership Guidelines MONTICELLO INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) ORGANIZATIONAL AND MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES L Meeting Time and Place: Regular meetings are held the first Tuesday of each-desi-designated 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 PAGE 2 IEDC ORGANIZATIONAL/MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES 2019 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, 01-02-2024 2019 IEDC ORGANIZATIONAL & MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES MONTICELLO INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) ORGANIZATIONAL AND MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES I. Meeting Time and Place: Regular meetings are held the first Tuesday of designated months 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 PAGE 2 IEDC ORGANIZATIONAL/MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES 2019 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 Industrial Economic Development Agenda: 01/02/2024 2C. Consider Adopting 2024 IEDC POSITION -ACTION STATEMENTS Prepared by: Meeting Date: Nx Regular Agenda Item Economic Development Manager 01/02/2024 Reviewed by: Approved by: N/A Community Development Director REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS Motion to adopt the 2024 IEDC POSITION -ACTION STATEMENTS. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND The IEDC is asked to adopt its "2024 POSITION -ACTION STATEMENTS". The title of the Statements is adjusted slightly from 2023 to better match the IEDC's actual mission of acting as an advisory, feedback and communications forum related to City development policies, marketing efforts, and proposals as well as some "action oriented" efforts related to Business Retention -Expansion (BRE) visits, the Manufacturers Breakfast activities and the Roundtable events. The attached redline document (Exhibit A) shows the changes from the 2023. A clean version 2024 POSITION -ACTION STATEMENTS document is also included as Exhibit B. Finally, the adopted 2023 ACTION STATEMENTS document (Exhibit C) is included for easy comparison. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the IEDC adopt the 2024 POSITION -ACTION Statements with or without any additional changes. SUPPORTING DATA: A. Redline 2024 IEDC POSITION -ACTION STATEMENTS B. Clean Version 2024 IEDC POSITION -ACTION STATEMENTS [amMIYA]IW0Z4LTOIIs] 0[.Ile�la1 1901110 INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 20234 POSITION -ACTION STATEMENTS 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: Workforce Development, Job Creation and Retention 1. Encourage and Support Business Retention within Monticello. a. In collaboration with Wright County Economic Development Partnership (WCEDP), participate in eendue Business Retention (BR&E) visits with key business in the community to help grow stronger relationships between businesses and Governmental units. b. Using shared information and relevant data points obtained in BR&E visits, offer comments and feedback in the compilation assemble of a Business Retention Action Plan. and present to pokey makers ., nee c. Provide comments and feedback of economic development Mmarketing materials and format related toa� various assistance programs available via the City and EDA. 2. Enhance Workforce Development through Partnerships with Local Educators, Businesses, Organizations and Agencies. a. Based on the need of the businesses, su ort partneri with Wright County and key leaders of ow local businesses, educators, and others in te—developing and executeini a Workforce Development Plan. b. Encourage Ecollaboratione with and support of the Monticello School District in growing their initiatives to bring businesses into the classrooms. c. Explore and support ways business can bring relevance to educational classes & programs. d. Encourage Ecollaboratione with the Wright Technical Center (WTC), Buffalo, in developing and promoting career training programs and courses. e. Support and collaborate with regional _. partners Mute _engagement of stakeholders to raisinge awareness of labor force demographics and potential solutions such as youth career building initiatives. f. Support residential land development and workforce housing as it correlates to workforce development. 3. Recognize the contributions of Monticello manufacturers through organization of and participation in industry -related events. a. Promote Promote and ergani host Manufacturer's Week 202-34 events, including an Appreciation Breakfast. b. Organize-acidhol�lz a"ctefers WeekAppreeiatian Breakfast. Objective: Industrial Growth and Tax Base Expansion Through Recruitment and Retention 1. Support the recruitment of business which further the goals and objectives for the community as guided by the Comprehensive Plan. a. Provide feedback and appropriate support awe in implementing the Integrated Marketing and Communications Plan (IMCP). b. Support exploration of development of an incubator -accelerator as way of supporting start-up businesses and entrepreneurs into the community. 2. Provide encouragement due to lead he City in moving forward key transportation projects which support economic development. a. Participate in the "Business Day at the Capitol" event(s) and lobby on behalf of the Monticello community to help City staff bring attention to our local transportation needs. b. Support and collaborate in the creation of a needs -based transportation priority statement for lobbying/support purposes. c. Encourage and support key transportation projects which improve product delivery for businesses, such as interchange, freeway, and bridge crossing projects. d. Encourage and support the City and its regional partners in efforts related to process and location of a identify speei fie benefits 3rd local interchange which provides benefits to businesses and general economic development in the community./or e. Monitor the initiatives and efforts of CMRRPP (Central Mississippi River Regional Planning Partnership) or its replacement entity :nye and offer comments on various land and transportation system development plans. 3. In an advisory capacity, provide feedback and support dentify, evaluate, and provide to the City related to g*Fding general land use, industrial land supply and availability, tax base matters and economic development strategies. a. Encourage and support Pperiodica4y evaluation ofe current property inventory and uses for (industrial properties with the objective of better marketing efforts. b. Encourage and support Mperiodic assessment enter of industrial land availability with the following metrics: 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. c. Monitor and support periodic review of accessibility to Interstate 94 and State Highway 25 and utility capabilities. d. Monitor and provide comments of the site selection process related to locating future industrial -business park development. e. Monitor the status of the Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant in relation to its license renewal in 2030 and as it relates to potential NW Interchange (Orchard Road) Land Use and Environmental Studies. 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. Promote CentraCare Health Monticello to industrial businesses. c. Assess throu_hg_a Develop visioning worksheet to -get- the IEDC members' views on residential, commercial, and industrial needs and challenges related to needed future planning and ordinance changes. d.Review and eeur-dinatepiiblie and private aefiens with park trail d. Provide feedback and Ssupport- efforts/solutions related to review e childcare services barriers, opportunities, programs_; e.-aml--Ceollaborate, as needed, with partner entities in lobbying to enhance and support efforts to bring economical childcare services into the community. f. Support and enhance efforts to recruit a new restaurant and lodging facility into the City. 5. Support and facility regional development plans and initiatives. a. Support the implementation of the Regional 2022 CEDS (Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy) Update Plan through strategy review, feedback, and identification of local projects for federal funding support. b. Monitor the CMRRPP (Central Mississippi River Regional Planning Partnership) initiative and provide comments, as appropriate, on various stages of plan development. 6. Encourage and l -promote communications & engagement with Monticello businesses and prospects. a. Organize Gr-eate and host a Monticello business round table event which wi44 offers businesses a platform for discussion and information sharing about financial assistance programs, development entitlement processes and labor training funding resources. b. E-aeilitate— Organize and host "Industrial Round Tables" allowing sharing of information about available industrial sites, development financial assistance programs, labor training funding programs and entitlement review and approval processes. c. Sponsor networking individually and in small groups for input. INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 2024 POSITION -ACTION STATEMENTS 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: Workforce Development, Job Creation and Retention 1. Encourage and Support Business Retention within Monticello. a. In collaboration with Wright County Economic Development Partnership (WCEDP), participate in Business Retention (BR&E) visits with key business in the community to help grow stronger relationships between businesses and Governmental units. b. Using shared information and relevant data points obtained in BR&E visits, offer comments and feedback in the compilation of a Business Retention Action Plan. c. Provide comments and feedback of economic development marketing materials and format related to various assistance programs available via the City and EDA. 2. Enhance Workforce Development through Partnerships with Local Educators, Businesses, Organizations and Agencies. a. Based on the need of the businesses, support partnering with Wright County and key leaders of local businesses, educators, and others in developing and executing a Workforce Development Plan. b. Encourage collaboration with and support of the Monticello School District in growing their initiatives to bring businesses into the classrooms. c. Explore and support ways business can bring relevance to educational classes & programs. d. Encourage collaboration with the Wright Technical Center (WTC), Buffalo, in developing and promoting career training programs and courses. e. Support and collaborate with regional partners engagement of stakeholders raising awareness of labor force demographics and potential solutions such as youth career building initiatives. f. Support residential land development and workforce housing as it correlates to workforce development. 3. Recognize the contributions of Monticello manufacturers through organization of and participation in industry -related events. a. Promote and host Manufacturer's Week 2024 events, including an Appreciation Breakfast. Objective: Industrial Growth and Tax Base Expansion Through Recruitment and Retention 1. Support the recruitment of business which further the goals and objectives for the community as guided by the Comprehensive Plan. a. Provide feedback and appropriate support in implementing the Integrated Marketing and Communications Plan (IMCP). b. Support exploration of development of an incubator -accelerator as way of supporting start-up businesses and entrepreneurs in the community. 2. Provide encouragement to the City in moving forward key transportation projects which support economic development. a. Participate in the "Business Day at the Capitol" event(s) and lobby on behalf of the Monticello community to help City staff bring attention to our local transportation needs. b. Support and collaborate in the creation of a needs -based transportation priority statement for lobbying/support purposes. c. Encourage and support key transportation projects which improve product delivery for businesses, such as interchange, freeway, and bridge crossing projects. d. Encourage and support the City and its regional partners in efforts related to process and location of a 3rd local interchange which provides benefits to businesses and general economic development in the community. e. Monitor the initiatives and efforts of CMRRPP (Central Mississippi River Regional Planning Partnership) or its replacement entity and offer comments on various land and transportation system development plans. 3. In an advisory capacity, provide feedback and support to the City related to general land use, industrial land supply and availability, tax base matters and economic development strategies. a. Encourage and support periodic evaluation of current property inventory and uses for industrial properties with the objective of better marketing efforts. b. Encourage and support periodic assessment of industrial land availability with the following metrics: 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. c. Monitor and support periodic review of accessibility to Interstate 94 and State Highway 25 and utility capabilities. d. Monitor and provide comments of the site selection process related to locating future industrial -business park development. e. Monitor the status of the Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant in relation to its license renewal in 2030 and as it relates to potential NW Interchange (Orchard Road) Land Use and Environmental Studies. 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. Promote CentraCare Health Monticello to industrial businesses. c. Assess through a visioning worksheet the IEDC members' views on residential, commercial, and industrial needs and challenges related to needed future planning and ordinance changes. d. Provide feedback and support efforts/solutions related to childcare services barriers, opportunities, programs. e. Collaborate, as needed, with partner entities in lobbying to enhance and support efforts to bring economical childcare services into the community. f. Support and enhance efforts to recruit a new restaurant and lodging facility into the City. 5. Support regional development plans and initiatives. a. Support the implementation of the Regional 2022 CEDS (Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy) Update Plan through strategy review, feedback, and identification of local projects for federal funding support. b. Monitor the CMRRPP (Central Mississippi River Regional Planning Partnership) initiative and provide comments, as appropriate, on various stages of plan development. 6. Encourage and promote communications & engagement with Monticello businesses and prospects. a. Organize and host a Monticello business round table event which offers businesses a platform for discussion and information sharing about financial assistance programs, development entitlement processes and labor training funding resources. b. Organize and host "Industrial Round Tables" allowing sharing of information about available industrial sites, development financial assistance programs, labor training funding programs and entitlement review and approval processes. c. Sponsor networking individually and in small groups for input. INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 2023 ACTION STATEMENTS 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: Workforce Development, Job Creation and Retention 1. Encourage and Support Business Retention within Monticello. a. In collaboration with Wright County Economic Development Partnership (WCEDP), conduct Business Retention (BR&E) visits with key business in the community to help grow stronger relationships between businesses and Governmental units. b. Using shared information and relevant data points obtained in BR&E visits, assemble a Business Retention Action Plan and present to policy makers as needed. c. Market and present various assistance programs available via the City and EDA. 2. Enhance Workforce Development through Partnerships with Local Educators, Businesses, Organizations and Agencies. a. Based on the need of the businesses, partner with Wright County and 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. Explore and support ways business can bring relevance to educational classes & programs. d. Collaborate with the Wright Technical Center (WTC), Buffalo, in developing and promoting career training programs and courses. e. Continue to engage stakeholders to raise awareness of labor force demographics and potential solutions such as youth career building initiatives. f. Support residential land development and workforce housing as it correlates to workforce development. 3. Recognize the contributions of Monticello manufacturers through organization of and participation in industry -related events. a. Promote and organize Manufacturer's Week 2023 events. b. Organize and hold a Manufacturer's Week Appreciation Breakfast. Objective: Industrial Growth and Tax Base Expansion Through Recruitment and Retention 1. Support the recruitment of business which further the goals and objectives for the community as guided by the Comprehensive Plan. a. Participate in implementing the Integrated Marketing and Communications Plan (IMCP). b. Support exploration of development of an incubator -accelerator as way of supporting start-up businesses and entrepreneurs into the community. 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" event(s) and lobby on behalf of the Monticello community to help City staff bring attention to our local transportation needs. b. Support and collaborate in the creation of a needs -based transportation priority statement for lobbying/support purposes. c. Encourage and support key transportation projects which improve product delivery for businesses, such as interchange, freeway, and bridge crossing projects. d. Identify specific benefits of a 3rd interchange to businesses and/or community and support policy encouraging future development of the interchange. e. Monitor the CMRRPP (Central Mississippi River Regional Planning Partnership) initiative and offer comments on various land and transportation system development plans. 3. Identify, evaluate, and provide recommendations in an advisory capacity to the City regarding general land use, industrial land supply and availability, tax base matters and economic development. a. Periodically evaluate current property inventory and uses for Industrial properties with the objective of better marketing efforts. b. Monitor industrial land availability with the following metrics: 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. c. Monitor and support periodic review of accessibility to Interstate 94 and State Highway 25 and utility capabilities. d. Monitor and provide comments of the site selection process related to locating future industrial -business park development. e. Monitor the status of the Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant in relation to its license renewal in 2030 and as it relates to potential NW Interchange (Orchard Road) Land Use and Environmental Studies. 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. Promote CentraCare Health Monticello to industrial businesses. c. Develop a visioning worksheet to get IEDC members views on residential, commercial, and industrial needs and challenges related to needed future planning and ordinance changes. d. Review and coordinate public and private actions with parks and trails. e. Support review of childcare services barriers, opportunities, programs, and collaborate, as needed, with partner entities in lobbying to enhance and support efforts to bring economical childcare services into the community. f. Support and enhance efforts to recruit a new restaurant and lodging facility into the City. 5. Support and facilitate regional development plans and initiatives. a. Support the implementation of the Regional 2022 CEDS (Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy) Update Plan through strategy review, feedback, and identification of local projects for federal funding support. b. Monitor the CMRRPP (Central Mississippi River Regional Planning Partnership) initiative and provide comments, as appropriate, on various stages of plan development. 6. 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 and information sharing about financial assistance programs, development entitlement processes and labor training funding resources. b. Facilitate "Industrial Round Tables" allowing sharing of information about available industrial sites, development financial assistance programs, labor training funding programs and entitlement review and approval processes. c. Sponsor networking individually and in small groups for input. Industrial Economic Development Agenda: 01/02/2024 2D. Proposed 2024 Table Topics Prepared by: Meeting Date: Nx Regular Agenda Item Economic Development Manager 01/02/2024 Reviewed by: Approved by: N/A Community Economic Development Coordinator ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS No Motion — Discussion and feedback to staff. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND The IEDC is asked to discuss potential or desired Table Topics for the upcoming 2024 meetings. Staff are asking for members to offer ideas and topics that they would like to learn about related to development in the coming year. As in past years, there may be some meetings where staff ask the IEDC to offer its views -comments on various ordinances or land development topics that are being considered by the EDA, Planning Commission or City Council. IEDC feedback on the Table topics will help guide the meeting topics starting with the May 2024 meeting. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: No recommendation — discussion only. SUPPORTING DATA: A. Proposed 2024 Table Topics Industrial Economic Development Committee (IEDC) Potential Calendar Year 2024 Table Topics Please circle the items that you want to have as Table Topics in 2024. Please note some worthy topics may be pushed into 2025. Discussion encouraged. 1. Commercial - Industrial Land Inventory Update and Absorption Trends - Indicators 2. Housing Assistance Programs (MHFA, local resources, Others); Need gaps 3. March 2024— MN -DOT Transportation Improvement Projects impacting Monticello in 2024-25 4. Wright County EDA Activities Update— Darek Vetsch 5. Central Mississippi River Regional Planning Partnership Progress Report - Update 6. Pointes At Cedar and City Projects Updates -Local Streets, etc. 7. Local School District Facilities and Programs Update 8. Xcel Energy Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant (MNGP) Update 9. Wright Tech Center Programs Update 10. Electric Vehicle Impacts and development opportunities and funding 11. Monticello Building Permits Update—Trends - Indicators 12. Other: 13. Other: 14. Other: IEDC Agenda 01/02/24 3C. Economic Development Updates Prepared by: Meeting Date: ❑x Regular Agenda Item Administrative Assistant 01/02/2024 Reviewed by: Approved by: N/A Economic Development Director REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND Information overview by Jim Thares, Economic Development Manager. IEDC members are encouraged to ask questions as so inclined. • Exhibit A. Prospect List • Exhibit B. Project Updates • Exhibit C. Planning Commission Meeting Agenda —January 2, 2024 IEDC Agenda: 01/02/24 3A. Proiect Update Block 52 Mixed Use Commercial -Residential Redevelopment: Interior finish work is occurring on all floors of the upper four floor (residential units). The pace of the project continues to move along with a potential for CO issuance in the first 10 days of February 2024. The final build of 11,000 square feet of office space for a financial services -products (insurance and investments) firm with 102 FTE employees is expected to begin in February 2024. Discussions are continuing with prospective restaurants and other commercial tenants. A total of 45 new FTE jobs will be required to be created by the new businesses that occupy the building. Headwaters Villa Twin Homes: The 60 -unit twin home housing development project for ages 55 + on 7t" Street West is progressing with modular units being placed on the foundations. This work is expected to occur for the remainder of 2023 and into 2024. Headwaters Apartments: Headwaters Development has submitted a PUD amendment and intends to eliminate its planned 102 -unit apartment building (ages 55 +) and replace it with 22 new twin homes at this site. This change is significant and will require changes to the TIF District as well. EDA and PC and City Council approvals will be needed for the proposed changes, which may take several months in early 2024. Monticello Lakes — Savanna Vista Apartments: Construction of a two building, 200 -unit apartment development at a parcel on the west side of Edmunson Ave NE in the Pointes At Cedar (PAC) Master Plan Planned Community District is in rapidly progressing. This is a market rate housing development. The PAC water amenity features and proximity to restaurants and shopping are expected to be a strong leasing draw for this development. Wiha Tools Warehouse Facility Development: Construction of Wiha Tools' new 74,000 square foot assembly and warehouse facility IEDC Agenda: 01/02/24 development also continues. A delay in sourcing critical power supply and building materials is pushing the completion date out to March 2024. The new 75,000 sq. ft. facility will house Wiha Tools' assembly, warehouse, distribution, sales, and administrative functions. Wiha received $880,000 in funding assistance from the MIF and JCF programs for equipment and building (MN -DEED) as well as City -EDA TIF assistance to offset land acquisition and site prep costs. Under the Business Subsidy component of the TIF Development Agreement, Wiha is required to create 59 FTE new jobs over the next 5 years. A second phase expansion of 79,000 sq. ft. is projected to occur in about 2028 or 2029. An additional 21 FTE jobs are expected to be created in Phase 2, increasing the total workforce to approximately 142 +/-. 2 Date of Contact Company Name Business Category Project Description 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 12/28/2023 Project TDBBST Industrial New Construction 10,000 to 15,000 sq. Building -Facility Retained Jobs New Jobs Total Investment Project Status 20,000 sq. ft. +/- 42 10 to $4,500,000 On Hold 20 2/16/2021 12,000 sq. ft. Industrial -Warehouse -Di 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 .2/23/20 - 6- Project TDBBST Industrial New Construction 10,000 to 15,000 sq. 0 9 $1,850,000 Concept Stage 30-22 ft. 2/16/2021 Project Cold Industrial -Warehouse -Di New Construction 80,000 sq. ft. 0 21 $12,000,000 Concept Stage stri 3/19/2021 Project Orion Warehouse-Distributi New Construction 832,500 sq. ft. 0 500 $125,000,000 Active Search on 2/28/2022 Project Emma II Light Ind -Assembly New Construction 20,000 sq. ff. 0 4 $1,350,000 Active Search 6/16/2021 Project UBAA Child Care Services New Construction or Exist 5,000 sq. ft. 0 14 to 19 $2,000,000 Act Search 6/30/2021 Project Ecosphere Industrial Tech Mfg. New Construction 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 0 10 $650,000 Active Search 10/28/2021 Project M e New Construction 40 $3,600,000 Active Search 2/7/2022 Project Shepherd III Lt Assembly Distribution New Construction 75,000 sq. ft. 75 $10,500,000 Active Search 4/28/2022 Project Cougar Precision Machining -Mfg. New Construction 35,000 to 45,000 sq. ft. 38 $4,700,000 Active Search PROSPECT LIST 12/28/2023 Date of Contact Company Name Business Category Project Description Building -Facility Retained Jobs New Jobs Total Investment Project Status 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 4/20/2023 Project Lodge DH1 Lodging -Service New Construction ? ? ? $9,500,000 to $12,500,000 Active Search 4/20/2023 Project Lodge RS2 Lodging Service New Construction ? ? ? $9,500,000 to $12,500,000 Active Search 4/26/2023 Project Lodge DO Lodging Service New Construction ? ? ? $9,500,000 to $12,500,000 Active Search 5/30/2023 Project Flower -M &M Commercial Concept Expansion ? ? ? ? Concept 6/9/2023 Project Pez New Construction 6,000 to 8,500 sq. ft. 12 2 $1.300,000 Active Search 7/1/2023 Project V Mfg New Construction 150,000 + sq. ft. ? $16,000,000 Active Search 8/16/2023 Project Lodge RT4 Lodging-Hopsitality New Construction ? N/A ? $11,500,000 to $14,500,000 Active Search 8/31/2023 Project Enclave- W300 Industrial - Warehouse- Distr New Construction 300,000 sq. ft. N/A ? $30,000,000 to $34,000,000 Active Search 9/19/2023 Project Panda #4 Sz Childcare Facility New Construction ? N/A ? $2,000,000+/- Active Search PROSPECT LIST 12/28/2023 Date of Company Name Business Category Project Description Building -Facility Retained Jobs New Jobs Total Investment Project Status Contact 10/12/2023 Project Fun Entertainment Expansion 2,400 sq. ft. N/A 4 $200,000 Concept Contacts: M =01 YTD= 28 AGENDA REGULAR MEETING – PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, January 2, 2024 – 6:00 p.m. Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION/CITY COUNCIL JOINT WORKSHOP Monticello Community Center – North Mississippi 5:00 p.m. Concept Stage Planned Unit Development Submittal for potential Phased Development of an Industrial Services principal use in the 1-2, Heavy Industrial District Commissioners: Chair Paul Konsor, Vice Chair Andrew Tapper, Teri Lehner, Melissa Robeck, Rob Stark Council Liaison: Councilmember Charlotte Gabler Staff: Angela Schumann, Steve Grittman, Ron Hackenmueller, Hayden Stensgard 1. General Business A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Consideration of Additional Agenda Items D. Approval of Agenda E. Oath of Office Administration—Rob Stark F. Consideration to appoint 2024 Planning Commission Officers G. Approval of Meeting Minutes • Special Meeting Minutes—December 5, 2023 (4:15 p.m.) • Joint Workshop Meeting Minutes—December 5, 2023 • Regular Meeting Minutes—December 5, 2023 • Special Meeting Minutes—December 5, 2023 (7:30 p.m.) H. Citizen Comment 2. Public Hearings A. Consideration of a Request for a Conditional Use Permit for Drive -Through Services as an Accessory Use in the B-3, Highway Business District Applicant: Todd Olin B. Consideration of a Request for an Amendment to the Country Club Manor 2nd Addition PUD District, as related to principal residential use for development of 22 units of twinhomes; Request for Preliminary Plat of Country Club Manor 41h Addition. Applicant: Michael Hoagberg C. Consideration of Adoption of the 2024 City of Monticello Official Zoning Map Applicant: City of Monticello 3. Regular Agenda A. Consideration to adopt the 2024-2025 Planning Commission Workplan Update 4. Other Business A. Community Development Director's Report 5. Adjournment