Planning Commission Agenda 12-03-2013
AGENDA
MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Monday, December 3rd, 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 - September 3rd, 2013 (to be posted)
b. Regular Meeting - October 1st, 2013
c. Regular Meeting – November 4th, 2013
3. Citizen Comments.
4. Consideration of adding items to the agenda.
5. Consideration to call for a public hearing for an Amendment to the Monticello Zoning
Ordinance, Chapter 4, Section 1 - Landscaping & Screening for adoption of regulations
pertaining to native landscaping requirements and Chapter 3, Section 4(D) – RA
(Residential Amenities) District.
Applicant: City of Monticello
6. Consideration to review and recommend for the expiring terms of Planning
Commissioners and to recommend appointment of Chair and Vice Chair.
7. Consideration to review for discussion the Land Use Application Process.
8. Community Development Director’s Report.
9. Adjourn.
MINUTES
MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, October 1, 2013 6:00 p.m. — Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center
Present: Bill Spartz, Brad Fyle, Charlotte Gabler, Grant Sala
Absent: Sam Burvee
Others: Angela Schumann, Ron Hackenmueller, Steve Grittman, Lloyd Hilgart, Andy
Brandel, Andrew Mack
1. Call to order
Bill Spartz called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Consideration to approve Planning Commission minutes
The September 3, 2013 regular meeting minutes were not available for consideration.
3. Citizen Comments None
4. Consideration of adding items to the agenda
• Fleet Farm (Charlotte Gabler)
Spartz noted that the agenda had been updated to include an item 8 entitled Planning
Commission/City Council Workshop — R-4 District.
S. Pu bhe Bearing — Consideration of a request for Variance to required side yard
setback in the R-1 District, Mississippi Wild and Scenic Recreational River Overlay
District and a request for Conditional Use Permit for detached Maior Accessory
Structure. Applicant: Charles Walters, Planning Case Number: 2013 — 032, PID #:
155015007020
Steve Grittman summarized that the applicant had requested a Variance and a
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow for construction of a house with attached and
detached garages on property at 413 East River Street. Although the R-1 District allows
residential single family development, a Variance is required because the parcel does not
meet the 30 -foot side yard lot line setback requirement for properties within the
Mississippi Wild and Scenic Recreational River (MWSRR) Overlay District. A CUP is
required because the request exceeds the 1,200 square foot maximum area allowable for
accessory buildings.
Grittman indicated that these requests meet the criteria for approval based on zoning
requirements specified in Section 2.4(C)(4)(a) Variances, Section 2.4(D)(4)(a)
Conditional Use Permits and Section 5.3(D)(3)(a)(i) Accessory Use Standards.
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The request for Variance meets criteria for approval based on findings that the
circumstances rendering the property unusable are a legally non -conforming condition
unique to the riverside property, and the property would not be put to a reasonable use if
the ordinance were to be strictly applied.
The request for CUP meets criteria for approval based on findings that property values
would not diminish, the development of surrounding property would not be impeded and
that no unnecessary impact to natural features would result.
The request also meets conditions in the CUP which allow an accessory building area to
be increased to a maximum of 1,500 square feet based on findings that the parcel is of
adequate size, that the structure would be consistent with the architecture of adjacent
homes and that the space is to be used solely for the storage of residential personal
property.
Charlotte Gabler asked about tree preservation. Grittman noted that two large oaks would
be replaced on the property.
Bill Spartz asked if a shed would also be allowed on the property. Angela Schumann read
an excerpt from the code to obtain clarification. Grittman replied that a shed would also
be an allowed use.
Spartz opened the public hearing.
Ruth Sparks of 400 East River Street expressed concern about the size of the proposed
structure and asked about setbacks. Grittman stated that the main structure required a ten
foot setback, the detached structure required a six foot setback and that a ten foot interior
side yard building setback had been proposed on the west side of the property and a 27.5
foot setback had been proposed on the east side of the property.
Property owners Charles Walters and Marcia Heigel said that they planned to build a
home similar to those along River Street.
Hearing no further comment, the public hearing was closed.
Decision 1: Adopting Resolution No. 2013- 080 approving a Variance from the
minimum 30 foot side yard setback requirement in the Wild and Scenic
Recreational River Overlay District, as requested at 413 East River Street
CHARLOTTE GABLER MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 2013 - 080
APPROVING A VARIANCE FROM THE MINIMUM 30 FOOT SIDE YARD
SETBACK REQUIREMENT IN THE MISSISSIPPI WILD AND SCENIC
RECREATIONAL RIVER (MWSRR) OVERLAY DISTRICT, AS PROPOSED IN THE
APPLICATION OF SEPTEMBER 10, 2013, CONTINGENT ON COMPLIANCE
WITH THOSE CONDITIONS SPECIFIED IN EXHIBIT Z. GRANT SALA
SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 3-1 WITH BRAD FYLE VOTING
IN OPPOSITION BASED ON THE LOCATION OF THE PROPERTY IN THE
MWSRR OVERLAY DISTRICT.
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Decision 2: Adopting Resolution No. 2013-081 recommending approval of a
Conditional Use Permit to allow attached and detached garages exceeding 1,200
square feet in area, (a total of 1,390 square feet) as requested at 413 East River
Street
CHARLOTTE GABLER MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 2013 - 081
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW
ATTACHED AND DETACHED GARAGES EXCEEDING 1,200 SQUARE FEET IN
AREA, AS PROPOSED IN THE APPLICATION OF SEPTEMBER 10, 2013,
CONTINGENT ON COMPLIANCE WITH THOSE CONDITIONS SPECIFIED IN
EXHIBIT Z. GRANT SALA SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 3-1
WITH BRAD FYLE VOTING IN OPPOSITION BASED ON THE LOCATION OF
THE PROPERTY IN THE MWSRR OVERLAY DISTRICT.
Exhibit Z — Conditions of Approval
413 East River Street
Variance from 30 foot Side Yard Setback Requirement
Conditional Use Permit for Garage/Accessory Building Space
Exceeding 1,200 Square Feet in floor Area
1. The garages will be used solely for the parking of residential vehicles, or the storage
of materials and equipment accessory to the principal residential use of the property,
and no commercial or home -occupation use will be conducted in said accessory
buildings.
2. The detached garage will be constructed of materials that match and/or are
complementary to those used for the principal building.
3. The applicant shall comply with all other site requirements of the Wild and Scenic
Recreational River Overlay District.
4. The applicant shall comply with all drainage and erosion control measures necessary
to ensure protection of the area during construction.
As the Board of Zoning Appeals, the Planning Commission is the City's final authority in
variance decisions. The CUP request will be considered by City Council as part of the
October 14th Council agenda.
6. Public Hearing — Consideration to approve a Conditional Use Permit for a detached
Maior Accessory Structure in an R-1 (Single -Family) District Applicant: Eiden,
Karl, Planning Case Number: 2013-033, PID #: 155061002110
The applicant had requested a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow for construction of
a detached accessory structure in the rear yard of the property located at 9601 Gillard
Avenue NE. A CUP is required because the request exceeds the 1,200 square foot
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maximum area allowable for accessory buildings.
The request meets criteria for approval as specified in Section 2.4(D)(4)(a) Conditional
Use Permits of the zoning ordinance based on findings that property values would not
diminish, the development of surrounding property would not be impeded, and that no
unnecessary impact to natural features would result.
The request also meets required conditions specified in Section 5.3(D)(3)(a)(i) Accessory
Use Standards. These conditions allow that the size of an accessory building area be
increased to a maximum of 1,500 square feet based on findings that the parcel is of
adequate size, that the structure is consistent with the architecture of adjacent homes and
that the space is to be used solely for the storage of residential personal property.
Bill Spartz opened the public hearing.
Karl Eiden clarified that there would not be a driveway to the back of the property
because the garage was not meant for vehicle storage.
As there were no further comments, the public hearing was closed.
BRAD FYLE MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 2013-079, RECOMMENDING
APPROVAL OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR MAJOR ACCESSORY
STRUCTURE, WITH CONDITIONS AS NOTED IN EXHIBIT Z. CHARLOTTE
GABLER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Exhibit Z — Conditions of Approval
Lot 11, Block 2, Sandberg East - Major Accessory Structure CUP
The use of the accessory structure shall be to directly serve the principal use and must
comply with ordinance requirements pertaining to private garages.
The proposed detached structure match the existing principal structure roofline and
building materials.
Issues related to grading and drainage shall be subject to review and comment by the City
Engineer.
This item will be considered by City Council as part of the consent agenda at the October
14a' Council meeting.
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. Applicant: ALDI, Planning
Case Number: 2013 — 034, PID #: 155098000020
Steve Grittman summarized that Aldi, Inc. had submitted an application to construct a
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grocery store on a commercial parcel within the B-4 Regional Business zoning district
located east of Highway 25 at the intersection of School Boulevard and Cedar Street. The
proposal subdivides the southwest corner of existing Outlot B into a new two acre parcel
renamed Lot 1 of the Monticello Business Center 7h Addition.
The applicant had submitted site and building plans, and requested Preliminary and Final
Plat approval, site plan review, and a Conditional Use Permit to allow for shared parking
and cross access.
Upon plat review, staff determined that the proposed development met ordinance
requirements related to lots, streets and alleys, drainage and utility and pedestrian
easements, erosion and sediment control, drainage, steep slopes, wetland systems, open
space and landscaping. The stormwater movement plan will be revised to reflect the
Engineer's recommendation to develop an infiltration basin as a condition of approval.
As part of the site plan review, staff determined that the proposed development met
requirements related to B-4 Regional Business Districts, rooftop screening, exterior
lighting, signs, building materials and off-street parking and loading. The landscaping
and screening plan will be revised to include a non-invasive shrub species as a condition
of approval.
The request meets criteria for approval based on zoning ordinance requirements specified
in Section 2.4(D)(4)(a) Conditional Use Permit in that it would positively impact
property values, add to the local tax base, meet planned land use objectives and
encourage further development, utilize existing utilities, provide substantial parking and
include sufficient erosion control.
The request also meets required conditions to allow for cross access and shared parking
per code Section 4.8(G)(2)(a) Access and Curbing for Commercial Uses. These
conditions include island and landscaping, vehicular use area setbacks, curb cut access
setbacks, access design, and a shared parking/access and maintenance agreement.
Staff recommended approval of the preliminary and final plats based on the finding that
the design of Lot 1 would adhere to Subdivision Ordinance standards for a new plat. Staff
also recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit to allow cross access and
shared parking between the ALDI site (Lot 1) and Outlot A to the east. Approval would
be based on conditions as noted in Exhibit Z.
Bill Spartz opened the public hearing.
Aldi representatives Andy Brandel and Andrew Mack responded to questions related to
site and building plans. Mack indicated a preference to maintain the standard Aldi
building design as modifications create operational issues within the store footprint. Cart
corrals are enclosed within the building. He also stated that there were no plans for
directional signage in the future.
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Hearing no further comment, the public hearing was closed.
Decision 1: Adopting Resolution No. 2013-082 recommending approval of the
preliminary and final plat for Lot 1 and Outlot A of The Monticello Business Center
7t" Addition, as requested for the southwest portion of existing Outlot B of the
Monticello Business Center.
CHARLOTTE GABLER MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 2013 - 082
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT FOR
LOT 1 AND OUTLOT A OF THE MONTICELLO BUSINESS CENTER 7'
ADDITION, AS PROPOSED IN THE APPLICATION OF SEPTEMBER 10, 2013,
CONTINGENT ON COMPLIANCE WITH THOSE CONDITIONS SPECIFIED IN
EXHIBIT Z. BRAD FYLE SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 3-0.
(Bill Spartz did not vote citing a conflict of interest.)
Decision 2: Adopting Resolution No. 2013-083 recommending approval of a
Conditional Use Permit to allow cross access and shared parking between the
proposed ALDI site (Lot 1) and Outlot A of the Monticello Business Center 7th
Addition.
CHARLOTTE GABLER MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 2013 - 083
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW
CROSS ACCESS AND SHARED PARKING BETWEEN THE ALDI SITE (LOT 1)
AND OUTLOT A TO THE EAST, AS PROPOSED IN THE APPLICATION OF
SEPTEMBER 10, 2013, CONTINGENT ON COMPLIANCE WITH THOSE
CONDITIONS SPECIFIED IN EXHIBIT Z. BRAD FYLE SECONDED THE
MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 3-0. (Bill Spartz did not vote citing a conflict of
interest.)
Exhibit Z - Recommended Conditions of Approval
Preliminary & Final Plat & Conditional Use Permit
for Cross Parkins & Shared Access
ALDI Grocery (Lot 1, Block 1, Monticello Business Center 7t" Addition)
1) The applicant complies with the terms of the City Engineer's report, dated
September 24, 2013.
2) The applicant revise the landscaping plan so that the proposed Euonymous
fortunei shrub is replaced with an alternative shrub species, as this species can be
invasive. Attractive shrub alternatives include Diervilla lonicera (Dwarf Bush
Honeysuckle) and/or Rhus aromatic (Gro -Low Fragrant Sumac).
3) The applicant provide a properly drawn legal instrument executed by the parties
concerned for joint use of off -street parking facilities, duly approved as to form
and manner of execution by the City Attorney, to be filed with the City
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Administrator and recorded with the County Recorder of Wright County.
The City Council will consider this item as part of the October 28a' Council agenda.
8. Planning Commission/City Councii Workshop — R-4 District
Several planning commissioners requested an opportunity to further consider R-4 zoning
and land use objectives related to move up housing as a result of the Council decision to
deny a request to amend the Comprehensive Plan to change the land use designation and
amend zoning for Lot 1, Block 2, Riverview Square. Staff will schedule a joint City
Council/Planning Commission workshop immediately prior to an upcoming Council
meeting to discuss these issues.
9. Community Development Director's Report
Land Use Decision — Commissioners received a copy of correspondence from
Monticello resident Mark Storry related to recent Riverview Square decisions.
Market Matching Economic Development Services — WSB's John Uphoff provided the
EDA and City Council a progress report on the Market Matching effort.
Upcoming Workshops — Staff plan to schedule a workshop to review the planning
application process as well as a joint meeting with the Parks Commission to discuss
potential uses for the Monte Club Hill property.
10. Items Added to the Agenda
• Fleet Farm — The two-year extension to the Mills Fleet Farm Conditional Use Permit
for Planned Unit Development is due to expire in June 2014. Fleet Farm
representatives had not yet reported plans beyond that date.
11. Adiournment
BRAD FYLE MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 6:55 PM. CHARLOTTE
GABLER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Recorder: Kerry Bum
Approved:
Attest:
Angela Schumann, Community Development Director
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MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING - MONTICELILO PLANNING COMMISSION
Monday, November 4, 2013 - 6:00 PM - West Prairie Room, Monticello Community Center
Present: Bill Spartz, Charlotte Gabler, Grant Sala, Sam Burvee
Absent: Brad Fyle
Others: Angela Schumann
1. Call to Order
Bill Spartz called the special meeting to order at 6 p.m.
2. Purpose
The purpose of the special meeting is to approve meeting minutes, review modifications
to the TIF Plan for compliance and provide a Director's update.
3. Consideration to approve Planning Commission minutes
a. Regular Meeting Minutes - September 3`d, 2013 — Not available
b. Special Meeting Minutes - October 1St, 2013
GRANT SALA MOVED TO APPROVE THE OCTOBER 1sT, 2013 SPECIAL
MEETING MINUTES. CHARLOTTE GABLER SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
C. Regular Meeting Minutes - October 1St, 2013 —Not available
4. Citizen Comments None
5. Consideration of adding items to the agenda None
6. Consideration of adopting Resolution 2013-094 funding that a modification to the
TIF Plan for TIF District No. 1-6 conforms with the 2008 Monticello
Comprehensive Plan
The commission reviewed proposed modifications to the TIF Plan for TIF District 1-6
in response to the statutory requirement that such modifications conform to the
general plan for development or redevelopment of a municipality as a whole.
Angela Schumann indicated that modifying the TIF 1-6 Plan before the district is due
to decertify at the end of 2013 would enable the EDA to utilize increment to pay for
current redevelopment needs. The first proposed modification would allow the EDA
to use the increment for acquisition and site improvements anywhere within the
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established redevelopment area of the City, which encompasses a majority of the city,
including the downtown. The second proposed modification would reallocate
increment among line items in the budget so that it would be available to spend on
acquisitions and needed site improvements.
Angela Schumann stated that the proposed modifications support redevelopment and
revitalization priorities as identified in the Embracing Downtown Plan, which has been
included as a chapter of the 2008 Monticello Comprehensive Plan. The Embracing
Downtown Plan specifically points to TIF 1-6 as a funding source for accomplishing
downtown redevelopment goals.
Charlotte Gabler asked if the increment could also be used to benefit businesses that had
paid into the district. Staff indicated that the original district expenditures supported the
redevelopment of the district, which also then benefitted surrounding businesses. She
pointed out that there are also other EDA loan and subsidy options in place to assist new
and existing businesses in and around that district. Other programs could be examined as
future possibilities with the assistance of the EDA attorney.
SAM BURVEE MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 2013-094, FINDING THAT
A MODIFICATION TO THE TIF PLAN FOR TIF DISTRICT NO. 1-6
CONFORMS TO THE GENERAL PLANS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND
REDEVELOPMENT OF THE CITY OF MONTICELLO, BASED ON THE
FINDINGS IN SAID RESOLUTION. CHARLOTTE GABLER SECONDED THE
MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
This item will be included in the November 140i EDA agenda prior to moving
forward for public hearing and final consideration by the City Council on December
9th.
7. Community Development Director's Report
R-4 Workshop - The Planning Commission/City Council R-4 workshop is scheduled for
5:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov 250" prior to the regularly scheduled City Council meeting.
Embracing Downtown - Staff met with Restoreing Downtown representatives Kevin
Sorenson and Steve Johnson to consider plans for updating stakeholders about continued
Embracing Downtown Plan efforts at a January open house.
Mills Fleet Farm - Staff will again contact Fleet Farm to determine the status of their
development plans. The extension to the original Conditional Use Permit expires in June.
8. Adiournment
CHARLOTTE GABLER MOVED TO ADJOURN THE SPECIAL MEETING AT 6:14
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PM. GRANT SALA SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Recorder: Kerry Burri
Approved: December 3, 2013
Attest:
Angela Schumann, Community Development Director
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5. Consideration to call for a public hearing for an Amendment to the Monticello
Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 4, Section 1 - Landscaping & Screening for adoption of
regulations pertaining to native landscaping requirements and Chapter 3, Section
4(D) – RA (Residential Amenities) District. Applicant: City of Monticello (AS)
A. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND:
The Planning Commission held a workshop on October 1, 2013, during which the
Commission provided staff with direction on two possible ordinance amendments.
The first amendment would add language for regulation of native landscapes to the
Landscaping & Screening section of the ordinance. The Planning Commission has
previously considered this amendment and requested additional revisions. The revisions
separated out the requirements for residential versus commercial, industrial or
institutional parcels and restricted native landscapes somewhat in resident districts as a
starting point.
A redlined and clean version of the proposed ordinance language, as recommended
during the October workshop, is included for reference.
The second amendment proposed relates to increases in minimum width for RA lots. The
discussion during the October workshop yielded a consensus that lot widths needed to
increase in order to better accommodate the size and style of home prescribed by the
ordinance. An increase in width was seen as a way to accommodate larger square
footage of homes required in the district, the retention of lot amenities (trees, for
example), and the situation of homes relative to the “5 foot rule” (which allows the
garage to be no closer than 5’ to the street than the home). Although discussed, the
Commission seemed to agree that the lot area requirements are sufficient at this time.
Staff has therefore redlined the RA ordinance based on the Commission’s discussion and
included the redline for review with this report.
If the Commission believes the changes to be reflective of the earlier workshop direction,
staff would request that the Commission call for a hearing on the proposed amendments.
B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS:
1. Motion to call for a public hearing for an Amendment to the Monticello
Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 4, Section 1 - Landscaping & Screening for
adoption of regulations pertaining to native landscaping requirements and
Chapter 3, Section 4(D) – RA (Residential Amenities) District.
2. Motion to table action at this time.
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C. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends proceeding to public hearing for these amendments, subject to last
revision comments by the Commission.
D. SUPPORTING DATA:
1. Ordinance No. 585, redline
2. Ordinance No. 585, clean
3. Monticello Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 3, Section 4(D) – RA (Residential Amenities)
District, proposed amendment redline
ORDINANCE NO. 569
CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 10 OF THE MONTICELLO CITY CODE,
KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE, BY AMENDING CHAPTER 4.1 —
LANDSCAPING AND SCREENING TO ALLOW AND REGULATE NATIVE PLANT
LANDSCAPES
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTICELLO HEREBY ORDAINS:
Section 1. Chapter 4.1 — Landscaping and Screening is hereby amended by adding a new
section 4.1(H)(7) titled as follows:
4.1(H) (7) Native Plant Landscapes
Section 2. Chapter 8.4 — Definitions is hereby amended by adding the following definitions:
GARDEN: A cultivated area dedicated to growing vegetables, fruits, flowers,
ornamental grasses, groundcovers, shrubs and similar plantings in a
well-defined location.
NATIVE PLANTS: Those grasses, sedges, forbs, trees and shrubs which are plant
species native to or naturalized to the state of Minnesota,
excluding prohibited exotic species as defined in Minnesota
Statutes, Chapter 84D. Native plants do not include weeds.
NATIVE PLANT LANDSCAPES. A designated area where native plants are being or
have been planted Native plant landscapes do not
include gardens
NATURAL AREA: An area that was purposely left to grow in a natural state and call
maintain itself in a stable condition with human intervention and
contains trees, shrubs, and native plants, excluding weeds and
turfgrass areas that contain more titan 50% turfgrass.
ORNAMENTAL GRASSES: Grasses that are indigenous to the state of Minnesota
that are intended to add beauty to a garden.
Ornamental grasses do not include turfgrass or weeds
TURFGRASS: Commercially available cultured turfgrass varieties, including
bluegrass, fescue and ryegrass blends, commonly used in regularly
cut lawn areas
WEEDS: Noxious weeds as defined and designated pursuant to the "Minnesota
noxious weed law" in Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 18.75-18.91 (as
amended from time to time), or any volunteer plants such as, but not
limited to, garlic mustard, spotted knapweed, or burdock. Weeds do not
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include dandelions or clover. The City shall maintain a current list of
weeds and volunteer plants that are prohibited
Section 3. Chapter 4.1(H)(7) hereby reads as follows:
4.1(H)(7) Native Plant Landscapes
Native Plant Landscapes are defined as a designated area where native
plants are being or have been planted and do not include gardens.
Native Plant Landscapes focus on the character and beauty of natural
grasses and vegetation, which shall not compromise the aesthetic quality
of cityyards. Native Plant Landscapes typically require less watering
and absorb water quickly; do not provide food which would foster an
influx of rodents; rarely give off allergen -type pollens; and require less
intensive maintenance including less usage of fertilizers and pesticides.
jk,,{a)-Native Plant Landscape_ s shall be allowed on residential and non-
residential areas.
L For residential uses, native plant landscapes shall be allowed only
Jn-rear yards, and must be setback 5 feet from all property lines
Setback must contain pavement, rock, gravel, wood chips, or
rezularly mowed turf2rass, trees or shrubs.
There shall
be no overhang or encroachment onto sidewalks, curb or street
areas. Maintenance of Native Plant Landscapes does not exempt
property owners from existing zoning regulations as pertaining to
non-native or noxious weeds.
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be required for side, rear and front yards
Setback must contain pavement, rock, gravel, wood
chips, or regularly mowed turfgrass, trees or shrubs.
(i) Side yard — 5 feet.
(ii) Backyard — 5 feet
(iii) Front yard — 20 feet
(42e) A setback can be reduced to zero if there is.
(i) A public park, or open space o"aea+flef-next to the
property.
(ii) An adjacent wetland, pond, lake, or stream.
(iii) If property is contained within a fully opaque fence
constructed according to zoning guidelines
(iv) A restoration area is adjoining the property to be restored
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LQ Applications shall be submitted and permits approved prior to starting a Native
Landscape project —any property. Application and plans shall be submitted to the
Community Development Director for review and approval. The Community
Development Director shall review the application in accordance with this
ordinance prior to issuing a permit
Applications shall be on a form provided by the City and shall
include the following items as detailed on the application form:
(i) Narrative description ofproiect
(ii) Site map (scale drawing).
(iii) Landscape planvepesal (scale drawing).
(iv) Planting schedule, including species type and quantities
(v) Maintenance plan.
Permits shall expire if the Native Plant Landscaping is not
completed pursuant to the approved permit and landscape plan
within three months of the permit issuance date.
(go) All Native Plant Landscapes:
Shall be marked with a sign indicating that a
restoration is in process This sign must be installed upon
native planting installation and seed tags for plantings
provided to the City of Monticello.
(ii) Shall be controlled to prevent soil erosion during the
transition period of the restoration, in conjunction with
the City's Public Nuisance ordinance.
(i) OW) --Shall be mowed once annually between April 15
and June 1, to a height no greater than 8 inches
(ii) Shall be inspected by the Community Development
Department after one year of establishment to ensure
compliance with this ordinance..
( It shall be unlawful for the property owner or occupant to allow
noxious plantings as part of a Native Landscape.
(i) Prohibited weeds: cocklebur, crabgrass, dandelions,
quaekgrass, ragweed, and any grasses or weeds that are
classified as invasive species or are horticulturally out of
place according to the Minnesota Department of Natural
Resources
(ii) Prohibited trees. -female ginkgo, box elder, non disease -
resistant elm, non -hybrid cottonwoods, and any trees or
brush that are classified as invasive species or are
horticulturally out of place according to the Minnesota
Department of Natural Resources
(iii) Lawns are prohibited from being left to "go natural" or
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ORDINANCE NO. 569
(g) The City shall not be held responsible for damage to native
landscape areas in the city right-of-way or public easements
resulting from city improvement projects or snow removal, Native
Plant Landscaping shall not obscure, block or impede visual
sight lines; regulatory, warning or street identification signs; or
street light illumination required for safe and efficient
circulation of vehicles and pedestrians in the area.
(h) Turf grass and other areas not covered by this ordinance are to
be maintained at a height of 6 inches or less. Areas exempt from
the 6 -inch mowing requirement include wetlands, floodplains,
drainage ponds or ditches, pasture land, steeply -sloped areas,
and restoration areas
(i) Failure to comply with this ordinance shall result in cutting of
vegetation and/or cutting of the weeds by the City or designated
contractor. Expenses shall be billed to the property owner and
can be considered a lien upon the property for the amount of the
cost incurred by the City. These procedures are done in
accordance with the City's Public Nuisance ordinance, City
Policies, and State Statutes
Section 4. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage and
publication. Revisions will be made online after adoption by Council. Copies of
the complete Zoning Ordinance are available online and at Monticello City Hall.
ADOPTED BY the Monticello City Council this I e day of December, 20132.
CITY OF MONTICELLO
Clint Herbst, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jeff O'Neill, City Administrator
VOTING IN FAVOR:
VOTING IN OPPOSITION:
ORDINANCE NO. 569
CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 10 OF THE MONTICELLO CITY CODE,
KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE, BY AMENDING CHAPTER 4.1—
LANDSCAPING AND SCREENING TO ALLOW AND REGULATE NATIVE PLANT
LANDSCAPES
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTICELL0 HEREBY ORDAINS:
Section 1. Chapter 4.1 — Landscaping and Screening is hereby amended by adding a new
section 4.1(H)(7) titled as follows:
4.1(H)(7) Native Plant Landscapes
Section 2. Chapter 8.4 — Definitions is hereby amended by adding the following definitions:
GARDEN: A cultivated area dedicated to growing vegetables, fruits, flowers,
ornamental grasses, groundcovers, shrubs and similar plantings in a
well-defined location.
NATIVE PLANTS: Those grasses, sedges, forbs, trees and shrubs which are plant
species native to or naturalized to the state of Minnesota,
excluding prohibited exotic species as defined in Minnesota
Statutes, Chapter 84D. Native plants do not include weeds.
NATIVE PLANT LANDSCAPES: A designated area where native plants are being or
have been planted. Native plant landscapes do not
include gardens.
NATURAL AREA: An area that was purposely left to grow in a natural state and can
maintain itself in a stable condition with human intervention and
contains trees, shrubs, and native plants, excluding weeds and
turfgrass areas that contain more than 50% turfgrass.
ORNAMENTAL GRASSES: Grasses that are indigenous to the state of Minnesota
that are intended to add beauty to a garden.
Ornamental grasses do not include turfgrass or weeds.
TURFGRASS: Commercially available cultured turfgrass varieties, including
bluegrass, fescue and ryegrass blends, commonly used in regularly
cut lawn areas.
WEEDS. Noxious weeds as defined and designated pursuant to the "Minnesota
noxious weed law" in Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 18.75-18.91 (as
amended from time to time), or any volunteer plants such as, but not
limited to, garlic mustard, spotted knapweed, or burdock. Weeds do not
ORDINANCE NO. 569
include dandelions or clover. The City shall maintain a current list of
weeds and volunteer plants that are prohibited.
Section 3. Chapter 4.1(H)(7) hereby reads as follows:
4.1(H)(7) Native Plant Landscapes
Native Plant Landscapes are defined as a designated area where native
plants are being or have been planted and do not include gardens.
Native Plant Landscapes focus on the character and beauty of natural
grasses and vegetation, which shall not compromise the aesthetic quality
of city yards. Native Plant Landscapes typically require less watering
and absorb water quickly; do not provide food which would foster an
influx of rodents; rarely give off allergen -type pollens; and require less
intensive maintenance including less usage of fertilizers and pesticides.
(a) Native Plant Landscapes shall be allowed on residential and non-
residential areas. There shall be no overhang or encroachment onto
sidewalks, curb or street areas. Maintenance of Native Plant
Landscapes does not exempt property owners from existing zoning
regulations as pertaining to non-native or noxious weeds.
(b) For residential uses, native plant landscapes shall be allowed only in
rear yards, and must be setback 5 feet from all property lines.
Setback must contain pavement, rock, gravel, wood chips, or
regularly mowed turfgrass, trees or shrubs.
(c) For commercial, industrial and institutional uses, setbacks shall be
required for side, rear and_ front yards. Setback must contain
pavement, rock, gravel, wood chips, or regularly mowed tuffgrass,
trees or shrubs.
(i) Side yard — 5 feet.
(ii) Backyard — 5 feet.
(iii) Front yard — 20 feet.
(d) A setback can be reduced to zero if there is:
(i) A public park, or open space next to the property.
(ii) An adjacent wetland, pond, lake, or stream.
(iii) Ifproperty is contained within a fully opaque fence
constructed according to zoning guidelines.
(iv) A restoration area is adjoining the property to be restored
with native plant landscaping.
(e) Corner lot setbacks as applicable to each zoning district shall apply
and shall supercede the requirements of sections 7(b) and (c) above.
ORDINANCE NO. 569
(f) Applications shall be submitted and permits approved prior to
starting a Native Landscape project on any property. Application
and plans shall be submitted to the Community Development
Director for review and approval. The Community Development
Director shall review the application in accordance with this
ordinance prior to issuing a permit.
Applications shall be on a form provided by the City and shall
include the following items as detailed on the application form:
(i) Narrative description of project
(ii) Site map (scale drawing).
(iii)Landscape plan (scale drawing).
(iv) Planting schedule, including species type and quantities
(v) Maintenance plan.
Permits shall expire if the Native Plant Landscaping is not completed
pursuant to the approved permit and landscape plan within three
months of the permit issuance date.
(g) All Native Plant Landscapes:
Shall be marked with a sign indicating that a restoration is in
process. This sign must be installed upon native planting
installation and seed tags for plantings provided to the City of
Monticello. (ii) Shall be controlled to prevent soil erosion during
the transition period of the restoration, in conjunction with the City's
Public Nuisance ordinance.
(i) Shall be mowed once annually between April 15 and June 1, to a
height no greater than 8 inches.
(ii) Shall be inspected by the Community Development Department
after one year of establishment to ensure compliance with this
ordinance.
(h) It shall be unlawful for the property owner or occupant to allow
noxious plantings as part of a Native Landscape.
(i) Prohibited weeds: cocklebur, crabgrass, dandelions, quackgrass,
ragweed, and any grasses or weeds that are classified as invasive
species or are horticulturally out ofplace according to the
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
(ii) Prohibited trees: female ginkgo, box elder, non disease -resistant
elm, non -hybrid cottonwoods, and any trees or brush that are
classified as invasive species or are horticulturally out ofplace
according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
(iii)Lawns are prohibited from being left to "go natural" or go to
seed.
(i) The City shall not be held responsible for damage to native
landscape areas in the city right-of-way or public easements
ORDINANCE NO. 569
resulting from city improvement projects or snow removal. Native
Plant Landscaping shall not obscure, block or impede visual sight
lines; regulatory, warning or street identification signs; or street
light illumination required for safe and efficient circulation of
vehicles and pedestrians in the area.
OF) Turfgrass and other areas not covered by this ordinance are to be
maintained at a height of 6 inches or less. Areas exempt from the 6 -
inch mowing requirement include wetlands, floodplains, drainage
ponds or ditches, pasture land, steeply -sloped areas, and restoration
areas.
(k) Failure to comply with this ordinance shall result in cutting of
vegetation and/or cutting of the weeds by the City or designated
contractor. Expenses shall be billed to the property owner and can
be considered a lien upon the property for the amount of the cost
incurred by the City. These procedures are done in accordance with
the City's Public Nuisance ordinance, City Policies, and State
Statutes.
Section 4. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage and
publication. Revisions will be made online after adoption by Council. Copies of
the complete Zoning Ordinance are available online and at Monticello City Hall.
ADOPTED BY the Monticello City Council this day of January, 2014.
CITY OF MONTICELLO
Clint Herbst, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jeff O'Neill, City Administrator
VOTING IN FAVOR:
VOTING IN OPPOSITION:
CHAPTER 3: ZONING DISTRICTS
Section 3.4 Residential Base Zoning Districts
Subsection (D) R -A: Residential Amenities District.
Section 3.4 (D)
R=A Residential Amenities District
The purpose of the "R -A" residence district is to provide
move up housing in the form of low density, single family,
detached residential dwelling units and directly related
complementary uses in areas of high natural residential
amenities including such conditions as woodlands,
wetlands, and significant views.
Maximum Density through PUD or Performance
Standards = 10,890 sq. ft. per unit (4.0 units per gross
acre)
Base Density = 16,000 sq ft per unit (2.7 units per gross acre)
Base Lot Area
• Minimum = 14,000 sq ft.
• Average = 16,000 sq ft (at least 40% of lots created
through subdivision shall exceed 15,000 sq ft in size)
Base Lot Width
• Minimum = 904. 100 ft.
• Ajcnrn-- — 11h
Typical R -A Building Types
FMMPI - l Ik Jk*- i
City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance
Typical R -A Lot Configuration
CHAPTER 3: ZONING DISTRICTS
Section 3.4 Residential Base Zoning Districts
Subsection (D) R -A: Residential Amenities District
TABLE 3-4: R -A DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
u 14,000 SF minimum lot size
z: Detached accessory structure meeting the side street
setback (ao') and rear yard setback (61)
3: Base density of 2.7 units per acre with lots
averaging 16,000 SF in size
4: Single Family home meeting
front yard setback (35') with
appurtenance (porch) not
extending more than 6'
into the setabck
5. io foot interior side yard
setbacks
6.3o foot rear yard primary structure setback
T 35 foot front yard setback
8. io foot side yard setback
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REQUIRED YARDS (in jeer)
Max
Minimum
Minimum Roof
Height
Minimum Floor Areas
Building
Pitch & Soffit
---—
—
Front
Interior
Street
Rear
(stories /
(sq ft)
Width
(vertical rise/
Side [ 1 ]
Side
feet)
(ft)
horizontal run)
Single
g
Minimum foundation
6/ 12
30
2.5 stories
ib home type
sizes yp
Family35
10
20
[2]
35 feet
[3]
24
no minimum
Building
soffit
2000 finishable [4]
[1]: For interior lots in R -I and R -A districts, attached accessory structures may be allowed to meet a 6'
sideyard
setback, provided that the sum of both side yard setbacks shall be a minimum of 20 feet.
[2]: The required rear yard shall consist of a space at least 30 -feet in depth across the entire width of the lot
that is exclusive of wetlands, ponds, or slopes greater than 12 percent.
[3]: 2400 square foot gross floor area excluding a basement or cellar for two story homes and a 1600 square
foot foundation for multi-level, rambler and split entry homes.
[4]: Finishable square footage is exclusive of attached accessory space.
■ An attached garage shall be included with all principal residential structures in the R -A district.
■ See Section 5.3(B) for all general standards and limitations on accessory structures.
Accessory
- The minimum floor area for all attached accessory structures shall be 700 sq. ft.
Structures
- No portion of any garage space may be more than five feet closer to the street than the front building
line of the principal use (including porch).
- See footnote [ I ] above as related to setbacks for attached accessory structures on interior lots.
Other
- Section 3.3, Common District Requirements
Regulations
- Section 3.4(B), Standards Applicable to All Residential Base Zoning Districts
to Consult
Section 4.1 I, Building Materials
(not all
Section 4.8, Off -Street Parking
inclusive)
Section 4.l , Landscaping and Screening Standards
u 14,000 SF minimum lot size
z: Detached accessory structure meeting the side street
setback (ao') and rear yard setback (61)
3: Base density of 2.7 units per acre with lots
averaging 16,000 SF in size
4: Single Family home meeting
front yard setback (35') with
appurtenance (porch) not
extending more than 6'
into the setabck
5. io foot interior side yard
setbacks
6.3o foot rear yard primary structure setback
T 35 foot front yard setback
8. io foot side yard setback
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Planning Commission Agenda – 12/03/13
6. Consideration to review and recommend for the expiring terms of Planning
Commissioners and to recommend appointment of Chair and Vice Chair. (AS)
A. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND:
The Planning Commission is asked to take action on two decisions. The first
relates to 2013 expiring member terms, the second is for the 2014 positions of
Chair and Vice Chair.
City records indicate that Commissioner Gabler and Commissioner Fyle’s terms
on the Planning Commission expire in December of 2013. A listing of the
current terms is listed below for reference. The Commissioner’s terms are
staggered in three year increments.
Sam Burvee 3 yr 12/2014
Grant Sala 3 yr 12/2014
William Spartz, Chair 3 yr 12/2015
Brad Fyle, Vice Chair 3 yr 12/2013
Charlotte Gabler 3 yr 12/2013
Lloyd Hilgart Council
Commissioner Gabler and Commissioner Fyle have both indicted their
willingness to serve another term.
The Planning Commission will also need to appoint a chair and vice chair for 2014.
Currently, Commission Spartz serves as Chair of the Commission. Commissioner
Fyle serves as Vice Chair.
The City Council will ratify appointments as recommended by the Commission
on December 9th, 2013.
B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS:
Decision 1: Expiring Terms
1. Motion to recommend the appointment of Commissioners Gabler and Fyle
for a three-year term on the Planning Commission.
2. Motion of other.
Decision 2: Chair and Vice Chair Positions
1. Motion to nominate Commissioner _______________ as Chairperson of
the Planning Commission and Commissioner ___________ as Vice Chair.
2. Motion of other.
Planning Commission Agenda – 12/03/13
C. SUPPORTING DATA:
A. City Code Title 2, Chapter 1 - Planning Commission
MONTICELLO CITY ORDINANCE TITLE II/Chpt 2/Page 1
CHAPTER 1
PLANNING COMMISSION
SECTION:
2-1-1:Composition
2-1-2:Organi zati on; M eetin gs
2-1-1:COMPOSITION: The Planning Commission shall consist of five (5) members
appointed by the Council. No member of the Planning Commission shall hold any
ot he r p ub li c o ff ic e i n t he Ci ty.
All members shall be appointed for three year terms; however, said term may be
terminated earlier by the Council. One member shall hold office until December 31,
2000; two members shall hold office until December 31, 2001 and two members shall
hold office until December 31, 2002. Annually thereafter, appointments shall be made
for the term of three years. Said terms are to commence on the day of appointment.
Vacancies during the terms shall be filled by the Council for the unexpired portion of
the term. Every appointed member shall, before entering upon the discharge of his
duties, take an oath that he will faithfully discharge the duties of his office. All
members who attend at least one monthly meeting shall receive compensation of
$50.00 for that month.
(1/10/00, #337)
All members who attend a special meeting requested by an applicant who pays a
special
meeting fee set by the City shall received additional compensation of$50 for each
special
meeting attended. (11/22/99, #336)
2-1-2:ORGANIZATION; MEETINGS: The Commission shall elect a chairman from
among its appointed members for a term of one year, and the Commission may create
and fill such other offices as it may determine.
The Planning Commission shall hold at least one (1) regular meeting each month.
This meeting shall be held on the first Tuesday. Regular meetings shall commence at
seven o'clock (7:00) p.m. Hearings shall be heard as soon thereafter as possible. The
Planning Commission shall adopt rules for the transaction of business and shall keep a
record of its resolutions, transactions, and findings, which record shall be a public
record.
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7. Consideration to review for discussion the Land Use Application Process.
A. REFERENCE & BACKGROUND
Staff will provide a verbal report and presentation regarding the procedures for land use
applications during the December regular meeting.
Planning Commission Agenda: 12/03/13
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8. Community Development Director’s Report
Building Permit Activity
Residential Building Permits
New construction house permit numbers through November 1st, 2013 are at 57 permits issued,
with a valuation of $8,743,680.00 (average price per home is $153,398). In comparison, the City
issued 18 new construction home permits over the same period in 2012.
Commercial / Industrial Building Permits
Through Nov. 1st, the total valuation of permits issued was approximately $3,000,000. The larger
projects include Cornerstone Chevrolet, Dollar Tree and Marshall’s. Last year through the same
time period, permit valuation was approximately $2,000,000.
Total Building Permits through November 1st
2013 YTD 2012 YTD
Total Permits: 632 621
Total Valuation: $14,417,792 $11,912,335
Planning Services
As requested by Council, City staff has requested 2014 rate sheets for planning services from
various planning service providers. Council requested this action be taken every two years in
order to verify that the City’s consulting services remain competitive. Based on rate sheets
provided from other vendors, current City Planner NAC provides rates commensurate or
below other comparable providers for both senior and associate staff. City staff have also
completed an internal evaluation of current planning consultant services provided by NAC.
NAC continues to provide responsive, knowledge-driven service which City planning and
zoning staff rely on.
At this time, staff’s recommendation, based both on rates and service quality, is to continue to
utilize NAC for day-to-day planning matters as designated “City Planner”. It is the intent to
continue to use MFRA for zoning code updates and HKGi as needed for comprehensive plan
matters (such as the Community Context update project completed earlier this year). This
continued practice of using multiple firms on a project-basis allows the City to both keep
consistency needed with its planning processes and projects, but keeps all parties competitive
when it comes to pricing and service attention.
West 7th Street Extension Project – Construction Update
West 7th Street is scheduled to be open to traffic on November 26th or shortly thereafter
depending on when street lighting will be complete. Prior to the street being opened, Public
Works will install signs noting “change in traffic control” on the Minnesota and Elm Street
south bound approaches to 7th Street as this will now be a stopped condition and 7th St will
be the thru street.
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I-94 Reconstruction Project (CSAH 18 to West OF TH 25)
MnDOT plans to complete a reconstruction of I-94 between CSAH 18 and TH 25, including full
concrete replacement, addition of an acceleration lane in both directions, and installation of a
concrete center barrier between eastbound and westbound inside lanes and along the eastbound
loop on ramp. The project includes building shoulders on the inside lanes to set it up for a future
full six-lane expansion as part of the I-94 West Expansion initiative from Rogers to St. Cloud. The
project will be staged to keep one lane of traffic in each direction open at all times on I-94.
In addition, full pavement replacement will be completed at the TH 25/I-94 interchange ramps.
Pedestrian ramp improvements will be completed at the NE ramp and the TH 25/Oakwood
Avenue intersection. A dedicated right turn lane to northbound TH 25 will be added at the NE off
ramp. A noise analysis was also completed by MnDOT for the project, as acceleration lanes are
being added. As a result of the analysis and neighborhood meeting with affect property owners,
the project includes a 20-foot high noise wall 970 feet in length be constructed along the Bluffs
Apartment complex. In the future, if I-94 is expanded to 6 lanes, another noise analysis will be
completed and it is possible that additional noise walls will be needed for other residential
properties along the corridor.
Construction is scheduled to occur between April and October, 2014.
TAC Update
Draft meeting minutes from the last meeting of the Transportation Advisory Committee are
attached for reference.
TIF 1-6 Update
Modifications proposed to Tax Increment Financing District 1-6 were approved by resolution of
both the EDA and City Council.
Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park
On November 12th, 2013, the City Council approved the last in a series of documents related
to the Phase IV acquisition at the Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park. Phase IV includes a
majority of Bertram Lake and its west and south shorelines. The purchase documents for the
Phase IV acquisition also provide a framework for the operation of YMCA Camp Manitou
within the larger regional park. A map of the phased acquisitions in progress is included for
reference. You can also read more about Phase IV by clicking here.
The closing on the property is scheduled for December 17th, 2013.
R-4 (High Density) Residence District Workshop Re-Cap
The Planning Commission and City Council met in a joint session on November 25th to discuss
the R-4 (High Density) Residence District. The meeting served the following purposes:
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1. Confirmed that both the current Planning Commission and City Council are committed to the
inclusion of an R-4 District within the zoning ordinance, thereby creating the opportunity for
multi-family housing within the community.
2. Established a draft set of criteria or factors which make a site a more likely candidate for R-4
zoning.
3. Outlined a preliminary understanding of which factors from above may be most important to
rezoning decisions.
4. Reviewed a mix of sites (in various locations and with various current zoning designations)
for discussion on whether they were potential R-4 sites and how the outlined criteria applied
to each.
5. Confirmed that the consensus is not to rezone property by City application/action at this time.
a. The group agreed that the ability to direct or provide applicants with criteria and
possible locations is preferred.
b. The group also agreed that rezoning requests should come from property owners
and/or applicants.
The next step will be for staff to review all of the information gathered from the above discussion
and provide a summary report to both bodies, which may occur in another workshop setting.
TAC–November14,2013Page 1 of 5
MINUTES
MONTICELLOTRASNPORTATIONADVISORYCOMMITTEE
Thursday,November14,2013–7:30a.m.
AcademyRoom,MonticelloCommunityCenter
MembersPresent:LukeDahlheimer,RodDragsten,MayorClintHerbst,BillTapper,
RichHarris,CharlotteGabler(conferencecall-in)
MembersAbsent:CouncilMemberLloydHilgart,DonRoberts
OtherAttendees:ChuckRickart,WSB&Associates
BretWeiss,WSB&Associates
JeffO’Neill,CityAdministrator
1.CalltoOrder
Themeetingwascalledtoorderat7:30a.m.
2.ConsiderationofapprovingminutesoftheSeptember12,2013TACmeeting
BILLTAPPERMOVEDTOAPPROVETHEMINUTESOFTHESEPTEMBER12,
2013TACMEETING.MOTIONSECONDEDBYRODDRAGSTEN.MOTION
CARRIEDUNANIMOUSLY6-0.
3.Considerationofaddingitemstotheagenda
A.MYSAUpdate:JeffO’NeillinformedtheTACthattheMYSAvotedagainst
comingtoMonticello.Oneofthemainobjectionsfromtheassociationmembersin
thesouthdistrictwasthedistanceandtheperceptionthatMonticellois“offtheedge
oftheuniverse”rightnow.JeffindicatedthattheMYSAboardreallylikesthesite
butthemembersjustwerenotinagreementatthistime.JeffsaidthatiftheI-94
corridorimprovementswerealreadyinplace,theperceptionmayhavebeendifferent
andtheymayhavebeenmoreopentocomingtoMonticello.
.
4.FallonAvenueOverpass
A.Propertyappraisalreview:BretWeissstatedthatatthelastmeetinghehad
receivedthedraftappraisal.Anaddendumwasaddedtotheappraisaltoincludewhat
theamountwouldbeforjustthelandneededatthistimeandleavetheremaining
landforthechurch.Thatcomesinataroundhalfthecostofpurchasingalltheland
basedontheappraisal.Allofthepropertywilleventuallyneedtobepurchased.
DRAFT
TAC–November14,2013Page 2 of 5
B.Nextsteps:
CityAttorney:BretWeissandJeffO’NeillwillbemeetingwiththeCity
Attorneytodiscusstheappraisalandoptionspriortobringingtocouncil.
CityCouncil:TherewillbeaclosedmeetingwiththeCityCounciltodiscuss
optionsandthedetailsofthecomprehensiveoffertothechurchboard.
ChurchofSt.Henry’s:Presentacomprehensiveoffertothechurchboard.
Thechurchhashiredacondemnationattorneywhoseemsveryaggressiveand
hostile.Therefore,itwouldbebeneficialtogettheleadersofthechurch
engagedandonthesamepage.Bretsaidhewouldliketositdownwitha
committeeofthechurchtotalkaboutthedetailsandthestipulationsthatthe
churchneedstomeetbaseduponthecomprehensiveagreement.
TAC:Afterthediscussionswiththechurch,theoverpassdesignalternatives
willbebroughtbacktotheTACfordiscussionandselection.
5.SecondRiverCrossingplanningprogress
A.Agencymeetingsrecap:
WrightCounty:ChuckRickartstatedthattheyhavemetwithWrightCounty
andthemeetingwentverywell.WrightCountyisonboardwiththeideaof
anagencytaskforceandwe’lljustneedtogetthemtheplanforthat.
SherburneCounty/BigLakeTownship:ThejointmeetinginSherburne
Countydidnotgoaswell,andtheyhadmanyconcerns,withthemainworry
beingcondemnation.Chucksaidthateverythingwaslaidoutandexplained
tothemabouttheoptionsbetweenCSAH18vs.WashingtonStreetandhow
thecrossingatWashingtonwouldhavetheleastimpactontheirside.The
conclusionofthemeetingseemedgoodwiththeirquestionsanswered.
However,Chucksaidtherewasanarticleinthenewspaperwhichmadeit
seemasthoughtheywereatadifferentmeetingaltogether.
BigLakeTownshipresponseletter:ChucksaidthatMonticelloreceiveda
letterfromBigLakeTownshiprequestingdocumentsandinsinuatingthat
Monticellomaybewithholdinginformation.Chuckdistributedaresponse
lettertoBigLakeTownshipfortheTACtoreview.Inthisletter,itis
explainedthatnothinghasbeenwithheldandafullstudyfortherivercrossing
hasnotyetbeencompleted.AtthispointMonticelloisexploringvery
preliminaryoptionsforpotentialcrossinglocations.Itwasalsoexplainedin
theletterthatitistheintentofMonticellotoformataskforcewithBigLake
Townshipandvariousotheragenciestoexplorethisplan.
B.AgencyTaskForce:
1.Participants:TaskforceagencyshouldincludetheCityofMonticello,Wright
County,SherburneCounty,BigLake,BigLakeTownship,Mn/DOT,Becker
TownshipandpossiblytheCityofBecker(Bretwilltalktothem).Bret
Weisssaidthathewillalsoreachouttosomeoftheelectedofficialsandstate
representativesforthisarea.
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2.Schedule:Chuckwillputtogetheraletterfortheproposedtaskforce
participantswiththegoaltohavethefirstmeetinginJanuary2014.Thetask
forcecanthendecidehowmanymeetingstohave.Bretsaidthatweneedto
getthegroupgoingandonboardsothatwecandeterminehowwe’regoing
tomoveforwardandsharecosts.Chuckagreedthatifyoucanshowthatyou
canworktogetherasacoalitionthatwillgoalongwayinhelpingtoget
funding.
C.Backgrounddata/analysisbinder:Bretsuggestedputtingtogetherabinderofall
thestudiesthathavebeendonetodateonthispotentialcrossing.Thebindershould
alsoincludetrafficstudiesandthecoststhatMonticellohasspenttodateonthe
study.Bretsaiditwillbeimportanttokeeptrackofthecostsbecausewhenit
becomesaprojectinthefutureitcanbeincorporatedintothewholeproject.
6.TH25atCSAH75
A.RevisedlayoutsNWquadparking:ChuckRickartdistributedandreviewedthe
currentplanforTH25atCSAH75Intersection.Chucksaidthatinmeetingswith
WrightCountytheywouldnotapprovethecurrentplan,whichistheplanthatwas
includedwiththefundingapplication.ThatplanbringsCSAH75downtoasingle
lanewestboundandthecountywillnotapprovethatastheysaiditwouldnegatively
affecttrafficflowgoingfromtwolanesdowntoonelane.
B.ConceptAlternatives:Chuckdistributedandreviewedtherevisedplanwhich
includes4lanesonCSAH75(asrequestedbyWrightCounty),butitexcludes
parkingonportionsofBroadway,specificallyonthesouthside.Thenorthside
wouldofferaccesstoatemporaryparkinglot.What’sdrivingthisnoparkingisthe
needfordualleftturnlanesgoingfromBroadwayontoTH25.Thisdualleftturnis
afutureneedandnotanissueneededtoday.Discussedremovingtheleftturnfrom
Westbound75ontoWalnutStreet.Chucksaiditcouldcauseasafetyissueby
eliminatingthatturnlanebuthewilllookintoit.Discussedtheneedoftalkingtothe
propertyownerandobtainingthevacantlotonthesouthsideof75toaccessparking
tothebackofthebusinesses.Thiswouldbeatemporarylotwhichwouldgiveyou
parkingoffthestreetsimilartothetemporaryparkinglotproposedonthenorthside
of75.BretWeisssaidhewouldliketofindawaytofinishthewholeproject
becausegettingpeopleinandoutisgoingtobethesuccessoftheentiredowntown
areainMonticello.Chucksaidthathewillrevisetheconceptlayouttoincludethe
temporaryparkingareaonthesouthsideof75aswellasthenorthside.Theconcept
layoutshouldbefinalizedbyFebruary2014.
C.MeetingwithWrightCountyTransportationCommittee:Bretsaidthattheyhave
askedtoattendtheWrightCountyTACMeeting.Bretsaidtheycanstillpitcha
singlelanegoingthroughtomaintaintheparkingonBroadway.Willbemeeting
withWrightCountyinDecemberorJanuary.
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D.Schedule:Chuckdistributedthepreliminaryschedulefortheprojectwithpotential
completionbyOctober2015.
7.Otherprojectupdates
A.Trafficsignalupgrades(flashingyellowarrows,batterybackups):ChuckRickart
distributedaerialmapsidentifyingthe13signallightsintheCityofMonticello.
Chuckexplainedthatthereisapushtoconvertasmanyofthoseaspossibletothe
flashingyellowleftturnarrows.Chucksaidthetrafficflowimprovementwiththe
yellowflashingarrowswillbeseenmostlyduringoffpeaktimes.Chucksaidthat
CSAH18wouldbenefitfromtheflashingyellowleftturnarrows.Hehasbeenin
contactwithMn/DOTandtheysaidifallpartieswouldagree(city/county/state)it
wouldbea1/3-1/3-1/3split.Theestimatedcostis$60,000butChucksaidthathe
needstoclarifythatamountasitseemstoohigh.Othersignalswerediscussedas
seeingabenefitfromtheflashingyellowarrows.Chucksaidthenextstepistoget
moredetailedcostestimatesandtalkaboutcostsharing.Ifthereisanidentified
safetyconcernthenWrightCountymayparticipate.Chucksaidoncewegetcosts
andprioritiesthenwecanapproachthecountyandbusinessestoassistwithcost
sharing.
B.West7th StreetExtension:Thefirstlifthasbeencompletedandthestreetlightswill
beinstallednextweek;willbeopentotraffictheweekofNovember25th.
C.TH25expansiontoCR106(2015construction):Projectisscheduledfor2015
construction.
D.I-94–TH25toCSAH18(2014construction):Projectscheduledtocommence
nextsummerwithaplanneddetourfromoneramptothenextramp(rampsatTH25
andCSAH18)duringconstruction.Therampswillnotbeclosedatthesametime
butwillrotatewiththeconstruction.Asoundwallisalsoplannedtobeinstalledon
thebacksideoftheapartmentsalong7th Street.
E.I-94thirdlanefrom101to241(CorridorsofCommerce):Thefundingwillbe
announcedatapressconferencetodaybyGovernorDayton.
8.Approvenextmeetingdateandtime
ThenextTACmeetingisscheduledforThursday,January9,2014at7:30a.m.inthe
AcademyRoomattheMonticelloCommunityCenter.
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9.Adjournment
Meetingadjournedat9:15a.m.
Recorder:BethGreen
AdministrativeAssistant
Approved:
Attest:
JeffO’Neill,CityAdministrator