IEDC Agenda 09-10-2013
AGENDA
MONTICELLO INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Tuesday, September 10th, 2013 - 7:00 a.m., Bridge Room
MEMBERS: Chair Joni Pawelk,Vice Chair Wayne Elam, Luke Dahlheimer, Rich Harris, Tim
O’Connor, Bill Tapper, Dick Van Allen, Dan Olson, Zona Gutzwiller, Jim Johnson, Don
Roberts, Mary Barger, Tara Thurber
LIASIONS: Marcy Anderson, Chamber
Clint Herbst, Mayor
Glen Posusta, City Council
1. Call to Order
2. Approve Minutes:
b. August 6th, 2013 Minutes
3. Consideration of adding items to the Agenda
4. Reports:
a. Economic Development Report
i. September Planning Commission Agenda - Status update, see
attached for summary. Full Planning Commission and
Council reports are available online for reference.
ii. October Planning Commission Agenda
b. IEDC Membership/Business Retention and Report
i. News off the street – expansion plans
ii. Networking notes
iii. Other news
c. City Council
d. Chamber of Commerce and Industry
e. TAC
Meets Thursday, September 12th, 7:30 AM, agenda attached
5. IEDC Meeting Process
6. Minnesota Manufacturer’s Week/Industry of the Year
i. Award Review Process
ii. Speaker
7. Adjournment. (8:00am)
MINUTES
MONTICELLO INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC)
Tuesday, August 6, 2013 - 7:00 a.m., Boom Island Room
Present: Joni Pawelk, Wayne Elam, Pat Thompson, Tim O’Connor, Bill Tapper, Dick Van
Allen, Dan Olson, Zona Gutzwiler, Don Roberts, Mary Barger, Tara Thurber
Absent: Luke Dahlheimer, Rich Harris, Jim Johnson
Others: Clint Herbst, Glen Posusta, Jeff O’Neill, Angela Schumann, Marcy Anderson
1. Call to order
Joni Pawelk called the meeting to order at 7:00 a.m.
2. Approval of Minutes – June 4th, 2013 Meeting
BILL TAPPER MOVED TO ACCEPT THE JUNE 4TH, 2013 MEETING MINUTES.
PAT THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 11-0.
(As there was no quorum when the July 2nd, 2013 meeting was called to order, there were
no meeting minutes. “Notes” were provided as an informal update.)
3. Consideration of adding items to the agenda - None
4. Reports
a. Economic Development Report:
1) Market Matching Update - WSB
Lead response
Situation analysis
Part time communications position
2) Downtown Update
EDA options group
Tenant relocation status (6 completed/1 pending)
3) Planning Commission Agenda
IRET - Continued public hearing multi-family housing (9/3)
Runnings - April 1st retail store opening
b. IEDC Membership/Business Retention and Report:
1) News Off the Street - Expansion plans
Karlsburger Foods - Facility
Von Hanson Meats - Site planning
River Inn property sold - Church/thrift store
2
Gould Chevrolet property listed - 58,000 square feet/10 acres
2) Networking notes - None
3) Other news - None
c. City Council:
1) Status Updates
Communications Tower - Public Works
WWTF - Equipment upgrade
MYSA - Continued interest
Budget - Debt service/Police contract
Bertram Park - Ongoing agreement negotiations with YMCA
d. Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Update on Transition
1) GrowMN Update
IEDC Partnership - Interviews
Breakfasts with Mayor - Schedule
e. TAC:
1) Project Status Updates
River Crossing/Fallon Overpass/4th Street Signal/Flashing Yellow/I-94
2) MNSHIP Update
Minnesota Manufacturer’s Week (3rd Week of October)
Industry of the Year Breakfast – Planning underway
o Award Review Process
WAYNE ELAM MOVED TO APPOINT ZONA GUTZWILER
AND GLEN POSUSTA TO THE INDUSTRY OF THE YEAR
NOMINATION AND AWARD COMMITTEE. DICK VAN
ALLEN SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 11-0.
5. Adjournment
BILL TAPPER MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 8 A.M. DON ROBERTS
SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 11-0.
Recorder: Kerry Burri __
Approved: September 10, 2013
Attest: ____________________________________________
Angela Schumann, Community Development Director
REGULARMEETING
MONTICELLOPLANNINGCOMMISSION
Tuesday,September3rd,2013
6:00PM
MississippiRoom,MonticelloCommunityCenter
Commissioners:ChairmanWilliamSpartz,SamBurvee,BradFyle,
CharlotteGabler,GrantSala
CouncilLiaison:LloydHilgart
Staff:AngelaSchumann,RonHackenmueller
1.Calltoorder
2.ConsiderationtoapprovePlanningCommissionminutes.
a.RegularMeetingofAugust6th,2013
3.CitizenComments
4.Considerationofaddingitemstotheagenda
5.ContinuedPublicHearing–ConsiderationofarequestforComprehensivePlan
AmendmentforachangeinlandusedesignationfromPlacestoShoptoPlacestoLive
andarequestforrezoningfromB-4(RegionalBusiness)DistricttoR-4(Medium-High
DensityResidence)District.Applicant:IRETProperties
Recommendedfordenialbasedona2-3voteonamotiontoapprove.Willproceedto
theCityCouncilon9-23-13.ToapprovetheComprehensivePlanAmendment
requiresa2/3majorityofCouncil,or4of5members.
6.PublicHearing-ConsiderationofanamendmenttoConditionalUsePermitforPlanned
UnitDevelopmentfortheMonticelloBigLakeCommunityHospitalDistrictCampus
(CentraCareHealthMonticello)fortherelocationofanaccessoryuseheliport.Applicant:
CentraCareHealthSystemMonticello
Recommendedforapproval.WillproceedontheconsentagendatotheCityCouncil
on9-9-13.
7.PublicHearing–ConsiderationofazoningtextamendmenttoTitle10,Monticello
ZoningOrdinance,Chapter4,Section13(E)addingWirelessTelecommunications
ServiceAntennaeandAntennaSupportStructuresasaccessoryusesonpubliclyowned
propertybyConditionalUsePermit,arequestforConditionalUsePermitforAntenna
SupportStructureinaR-2(SingleandTwo-FamilyResidential)District,andarequest
forConditionalUsePermitforCo-locationofaWirelessTelecommunicationService
Antenna.Applicant:CityofMonticelloandVerizonWireless
Recommendedforapproval.Willproceedtothe9-9-13meetingoftheCityCouncil.
8.PublicHearing–ConsiderationofarequestforAmendmenttoCUPforAdditionof
EquipmentforCo-LocationofWirelessCommunicationAntennae.Applicant:Faulk&
FosterforAT&TMobility
Recommendedforapproval.Willproceedtothe9-9-13meetingoftheCityCouncil.
9.PublicHearing-ConsiderationofarequestforamendmenttotheOfficialZoningMap
fortheCityofMonticelloforrezoningfromR-2(SingleandTwo-FamilyResidential)to
CCD(CentralCommunityDistrict),sub-districtF-2(ConvenienceandServices).
Applicant:CityofMonticello
Recommendedforapproval.Willproceedtothe9-9-13meetingoftheCityCouncil.
10.UpcomingPlanningCommissionSchedule
11.CommunityDevelopmentDirector’sReport
12.Adjourn.
DRAFT
REGULAR MEETING
MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, October 1st, 2013
6:00 PM
Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center
Commissioners: Chairman William Spartz, Sam Burvee, Brad Fyle,
Charlotte Gabler, Grant Sala
Council Liaison: Lloyd Hilgart
Staff: Angela Schumann, Ron Hackenmueller
1. Call to order
2. Consideration to approve Planning Commission minutes.
a. Regular Meeting of August 6th, 2013
3. Citizen Comments
4. Consideration of adding items to the agenda
5. Public Hearing –Consideration of a request for Variance to required side yard setbacks in
the R-1 District, Mississippi Wild and Scenic Recreational River Overlay District and a
request for Conditional Use Permit for detached accessory structure. Applicant: Walters,
Charles
6. Public Hearing - Consideration of request for Conditional Use Permit for detached
accessory structure. Applicant: Lanners Construction
7. Public Hearing – Consideration of a request for Preliminary and Final Plat and
Conditional Use Permit for Shared Access for a retail commercial use in a B-4 (Regional
Business) District. Applicant: ALDI, Inc.
8. Community Development Director’s Report
9. Adjourn.
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4. Economic Development Report
Market Matching Economic Development Services
A summary of the first month’s progress by WSB Market Matching team is attached for
reference.
Dahlheimer Distribution & Otter Creek Crossing
The EDA authorized an extension of the preliminary development agreement with
Dahlheimer Distribution in August of 2013. The agreement extends for one year the option
for Dahlheimer to purchase outlots located to the south of their existing property for a future
expansion.
Block 34 Update
On August 14th, the EDA authorized staff to begin work on the qualification, site analysis, and
demolition associated with the Montgomery Farms acquisitions. A copy of the EDA staff
report is attached for reference. The demolition of the buildings is necessary to complete the
TH 25/CSAH 75 intersection improvements. A schedule for the improvement planning and
funding package planning are underway. The City has received commitment for full
construction cost funding for the project from federal, state and county sources.
Union Crossings
The City has received a site plan and footings/foundation permit request from Ryan
Companies for a retail store at the the existing Union Crossings project. In 2007, Ryan
received amended development stage PUD approval for additional “inline” retail development
adjacent to Home Depot. Ryan proceeded to construct the OfficeMax and PetSmart buildings
as part of that approval, but held off on the two other proposed retail spaces approved with
that amendment. At this time, Ryan is seeking to move forward with construction of one of
the two remaining buildings spaces approved under the 2007 PUD amendment. Unless there
are substantive changes to the overall PUD, site plan and/or building aesthetics, the 2007
approval remains in effect and will not require Planning Commission or Council review. The
Marshall’s retail building is expected to be under construction early this fall.
Runnings
The City has received confirmation from Commercial Realty Solutions that the property sale
on the former Kmart building will close. Runnings is expected to take possession of the
building in 2013, with a store opening in spring 2014.
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City of Monticello
Re: Summary Report on Economic Development Services
Introduction
The City of Monticello engaged WSB & Associates, Inc. to provide economic development
services beginning on July 1st, 2013. This is a summary report detailing activities undertaken
during the first 30 days. The format of this summary report is derived from the Scope of
Services outlined in our service agreement.
The first task is data collection. During this task, WSB analyzes existing data related to
Monticello’s market sectors. We examine data that is available on the City’s website as well as
related city, county, and state-based economic development websites. We also examine
internal documents containing market data. The analysis leads to a Market Data Rep ort, which
consists of a situation analysis and recommendations. The Market Data Report will be
presented to the Monticello EDA on 9/11/2013. The following is a summary of actions and
initial findings related to data collection.
Executive Summary
During the first 30 days WSB performed activities under the task of data collection. The first
step in the data collection process is to understand what data currently exists and to learn how
those data are being deployed. To that end, WSB began the process of analyzing the City’s
website as well as the website for the Monticello Chamber of Commerce and the information
deployed by the WCEDP. We have also reviewed the landing page for Positively Minnesota’s
shovel ready sites. In addition to reviewing and collecting data for the City’s website, we met
with Charlie Pfeffer and Shawn Weinand to begin to build a detailed inventory of the existing
commercial and industrial sites currently listed for sale in Monticello. We collected site data
from Mr. Pfeffer to aid in the creation of materials to support our Market Matching effort;
especially as it relates to responding to RFI’s from site selection firms. We will continue this
process to cover all market sectors, including available retail and industrial sites and buildings.
In an effort to find early synergies, we have met with Rachel Leonard to discuss WSB’s role in
organizing and deploying market data via the City’s website as well as other City marketing
materials.
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As we begin to understand what data currently exists and are available, we are able to see what
data are missing. WSB has begun to collect the market data we will utilize in our direct
outreach efforts and likely deploy on the City’s website. The data will also be made available to
the Chamber of Commerce and the WCEDP for deployment.
These activities will coalesce into a Market Data Report. The Market Data Report will include
recommendations for further data collection and deployment measures, including but not
limited to a Housing Market Study and a Market Profile Talking Points Memo. WSB will also
make recommendations on building a profile of the community based upon the unique
attributes embedded in the City and surrounding region. In our process of discovery, we have
met with Mark Pultusker from FNM to explore ways to capitalize on the high speed fiber
network and local competition in the broadband market as these are seen as unique attributes.
During the initial 30 days, WSB deployed data in response to a Request for Information from a
national site selection firm. The process revealed shortcomings in the City’s ability to respond
to these types of requests. WSB has begun to design site flyers, which will be immediately
deployable when RFIs are released in the future. WSB is in the process of collaborating with the
WCEDP to ensure regional support in this effort.
Other data deployment actions undertaken in the first 30 days include the initialization of a
database with contacts for commercial and residential developers. WSB contacted over 35
local developers via literature introducing the concept of Market Matching. We are in the
process of following up with each in assembling the first components of our system of targeted
prospect outreach.
Action
1. Analyze Existing Data – The City’s (and other local economic development related)
website serves as a marketing tool and plays an important role in providing market data
to those wishing to relocate to the City either as a resident or as a business owner. WSB
has recently spoken to a corporate site selector who indicated they do up to 90% of
their market research online. We reviewed the websites for the City and the Monticello
Chamber of Commerce. In addition, we reviewed the WCEDP and the State of MN
websites containing data relevant to the City of Monticello. We also reviewed internal
documents, including the Comprehensive Plan, Embracing Downtown, etc. to determine
the depth and breadth of the body of data currently available.
Initial Findings
Market Profile Talking Points: WSB reviewed available information sources to analyze
the availability of data related to the market for manufacturing and other industrial type
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firms. Understanding and highlighting the strengths of the local labor market is an
important tool in attracting new business as well as aiding in local business expansion
efforts. Our research shows a lack of labor market data available on the City’s Website
as well as the Chamber of Commerce Website. WSB recommends completing a Market
Profile Talking Points Memo that can be d eployed on the City and Chamber Websites
and utilized in direct marketing efforts.
Site Flyers: Lack of site flyers puts Monticello at a disadvantage when it comes to
responding to RFIs from site selection firms. Monticello has a lot to offer as it relat es to
the competitive marketplace, IE low local tax rates, one of fifteen shovel ready certified
sites, etc., but the lack of a predesigned piece does not allow for a quick response which
is needed to respond to requests from site selectors.
MNDEED Shovel Ready Certified Sites: Otter Creek is 1 of 15 certified shovel ready sites
in Minnesota. The information on the MNDEED’s website highlighting Otter Creek
currently has incorrect contact information and needs to be updated. WSB has met
with Jim Gromberg from MNDEED to discuss ways for the City of Monticello to further
leverage the shovel ready status in partnership with the State of Minnesota.
Housing Market Study: The 2010 Monticello Housing Report details housing conditions
and inventory, and lays out a vision for the types of homes desired for the future. It
shows Monticello peaked at a high-point of over 260 residential building permits pulled
in one year and had a low-point of only 2 as recently as 2010. The market for housing
has changed fairly dramatically over the last few years. To that end, WSB recommends
conducting a comprehensive housing market study to determine demand for housing in
Monticello for the next five to ten years.
Downtown Monticello Market Analysis and Retail Sales Potential: There is a great deal
of relevant market data embedded in this report. It is currently fairly difficult to find as
it is contained within the ReStoreingdtmonticello.org website, which is not noticeably
linked to the City’s website. WSB recommends distilling some of the data for easy
deployment and digestion as well as linking the City’s website to the
ReStoreingdtmonticello.org website.
AGENDA
MONTICELLOTRANSPORTATIONADVISORYCOMMITTEE
Thursday,September12,2013
7:30a.m.
AcademyRoom
MonticelloCommunityCenter
1.CalltoOrder
2.ApprovalofminutesofJuly11,2013TACMeeting
3.Considerationofaddingitemstotheagenda
4.FallonAvenueOverpass
a.Propertyappraisalreview
5.SecondRiverCrossingplanningprogress
a.Settingupmeetingswithagencystaff
b.Schedule
6.TH25atCSAH75
a.Revisedlayouts–withandwithoutparking
b.Schedule
7.Otherprojects
a.West7th StreetExtension
b.4th Street/Commercial,TruckAccesstoHighway25–Discussmeritsofsignal
lights.
c.GreatRiverTrailways
d.TH25expansiontoCR106
e.I-94–TH25toCSAH18(2014construction)
8.Approvenextmeetingdateandtime(Thursday,November14,2013@7:30AM)
9.Adjournment
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5. IEDC Meeting Process
A. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND
In an effort to increase efficiency and reduce resource costs, the City will be making minor
changes to minutes and agenda delivery for its recommending committees, including the
IEDC.
IEDC members will continue to receive a link to their agenda packets via email on the Friday
preceding the regularly scheduled IEDC meeting. Full copies of the agenda will no longer be
printed for the meetings. As always, members can print out the online version if it is needed
for recording comments at the meeting. The cover agenda page will continue to be provided
at the meeting.
IEDC members will also note that the minutes format will be adapted slightly so that it is
consistent between City boards. Minutes will be therefore be slightly shorter, with action
essential to the item recorded. Primary discussion points and motioned recommendations will
be included for approval. The City will continue to digitally record all meetings for reference
on any given topic or meeting.
Staff thank you in advance for taking time to review the agenda and minutes online. Every
step we take toward electronic communication helps save time and cost.
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6. Minnesota Manufacturer’s Week/Industry of the Year Update
A. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND
IEDC members can mark their calendar for Wednesday, October 23rd for the 2013 Industry of
the Year event. The event will be held at 7:00 AM in the Mississippi Room.
The IEDC has received two nominations for industry of the year. Nomination forms (and a
reminder) were emailed to all IEDC, EDA and Monticello manufacturers.
At the present time, the two nominees are completing surveys detailing more information
about their business. Tours of the nominated industries will also be scheduled, so please
watch your email for the dates and times of the two tours.
The IEDC will vote by ballot for the 2013 Industry of the Year in October. Press releases and
event information will be released immediately following the award selection.
Staff is working on securing a featured speaker for the event and will provide more detail
upon confirmation.
The Monticello Times has committed to sponsoring the 2013 event. The sponsorship was
been set at $250 and includes:
a. Logo and name recognition on event invitation and promotions (website, enews, etc.)
b. Logo and name on power point for event
c. Name recognition during event presentation intro
d. Name recognition in any press releases
e. Ability to place company info on event tables
No other action is necessary on this item at this time.