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IEDC Agenda 02-07-2017 AGENDA INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) Tuesday, February 7th, 2017 – 7:00 a.m. Boom Island Room, Monticello Community Center ________________________________________________________________________________ Members: Steve Johnson, Joni Pawelk, Wayne Elam, Luke Dahlheimer, Dick Van Allen, Jim Johnson, Don Roberts, Derek Vetsch, Don Tomann, Ollie Koropchak-White, Jason Kisner, Mari Lou McCormic, Andrew Tapper, Pete Gardner Liaisons: Mayor Brian Stumpf, Jeff O’Neill, Angela Schumann, Jim Thares, Jacob Thunander, Marcy Anderson, Dave Tombers 1. Call to Order 2. Consideration to appoint 2017 Vice Chairperson 3. Approve Minutes: a. January 3rd, 2017 4. Consideration of adding items to the Agenda 5. Consideration of accepting Mari Lou McCormic’s resignation from IEDC and suggested replacement of Kevin Steffensmeier, President, Riverwood Bank 6. Consideration of appointment to Small Area Study Steering Committee 7. Table Topic – CEDS Process and Document, Jen Russell, CMJ&TS 8. Reports (Verbal Reports): a. Economic Development b. Planning Commission Agenda (attached) c. City Council d. Chamber of Commerce 9. Adjournment (8:00am) 1 MINUTES INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC) Tuesday, January 3rd, 2017 – 7:00 a.m. Boom Island Room, Monticello Community Center ________________________________________________________________________________ Present: Steve Johnson, Joni Pawelk, Wayne Elam, Dick Van Allen, Don Roberts, Derek Vetch, Ollie Koropchak-White, Jason Kisner, Pete Gardner Absent: Luke Dahlheimer, Don Tomann, Jim Johnson, Mari Lou McCormic, Andrew Tapper Liaisons: Brian Stumpf, Jeff O’Neill, Jim Thares, Jacob Thunander, Marcy Anderson, Dave Tombers 1. Call to Order Jim Thares called the meeting to order at 7:00 a.m. 2. Consideration of recommending appointment of 2017 IEDC members (3 yr. terms) Joni Pawelk, Wayne Elam, Don Roberts, Mari Lou McCormic, Steve Johnson DICK VAN ALLEN MOVED TO APPROVE THE APPOINTMENT OF 2017 IEDC MEMBERS (3 YEAR TERMS) – JONI PAWELK, WAYNE ELAM, DON ROBERTS, MARI LOU MCCORMIC, AND STEVE JOHNSON. PETE GARDNER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 8-0 WITH WAYNE ELAM ABSENT. 3. Consideration to appoint 2017 IEDC officers The IEDC Board unanimously approved Darek Vetsch as Chairperson, Mari Lou McCormick as Vice Chairperson, and Joni Pawelk as Secretary. 4. Approve Minutes: a. December 6th, 2016 STEVE JOHNSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 6TH, 2016 IEDC MEETING. PETE GARDNER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 9-0. 5. Consideration of adding items to the Agenda Darek Vetsch asked that “Consideration of recommending appointment of 2017 IEDC members” be moved ahead to Item 2. 6. Reports: a. Economic Development Report Jim Thares provided the Economic Development Report to the IEDC with the following updates:  A large international firm continues to search for a 35 to 60 acre site. Monticello is still in the running as an option. 2  A precision manufacturing business (DEED led initiative) is still looking for a location. They would prefer to utilize an existing building of around 50,000 square feet. The city does not have a building of this size available, but noted vacant lots in Otter Creek Business Park.  Groebner was provided alternative options for relocation, but would like to continue searching for more suitable sites. The EDA will be holding a workshop meeting on January 11th, 2017 to discuss industrial land development as the supply is dwindling.  Shred-N-Go currently maintains locations in the Twin Cities, St. Cloud, and Duluth. They are looking at locating in Otter Creek Business Park.  April Studer Proposal – 349 West Broadway: The EDA accepted April Studer’s proposal at their regular meeting on December 14th. Studer will be relocating her chiropractic business to this location. A variety of improvements will need to be made to the former auto service station to accommodate the business. The closing of the property will occur in April, 2017.  Mills Fleet Farm rapidly continues construction on their Monticello site. They are expected to open in late September, 2017. Thares noted the Planning Commission meeting being held at 6:00 p.m. The agenda consists of two public hearings which include consideration of the 2017 Zoning Map and several zoning ordinance amendments. b. City Council Brian Stumpf mentioned the City Council approved a release and settlement agreement with the Church of St. Henry’s to build an overpass from Fallon Avenue to Seventh Street. Jeff O’Neill added that the Highway 25 Coalition released a RFP to study transportation demands on Highway 25 from Highway 10 and Interstate 94. The plan would outline annual improvements. The total cost of the plan would be $150,000, with the City of Monticello paying $25,000. O’Neill stated the Monticello Orderly Annexation Area will include 2 new members. They will need to discuss solar farms in areas designated as ‘Urban Growth Area’. O’Neill also mentioned that the new City Council member orientation with staff was completed. City Council workshops will be set up to discuss goal setting for the next four years. The goals of the IEDC will be integrated into the goal setting of the City Council. c. Chamber of Commerce and Industry Marcy Anderson stated the Business of the Year was awarded to Ausco 3 Design. The event was successful with a great turnout. Anderson also reminded the IEDC of the I-94 West Corridor Coalition breakfast that is being held on Friday, January 6th at 7:30 a.m. 7. Small Area Study Update (verbal report) Jim Thares reported that Cuningham Group was selected to complete the Small Area Study of the downtown. The planning process will take around five months to complete. Thares stated a steering committee would be assembled to help guide the plan. Thares asked for direction on the value of a member from the IEDC on the steering committee. DON ROBERTS MOVED TO RECOMMEND STEVE JOHNSON AS THE IEDC REPRESENTATIVE ON THE SMALL AREA STUDY STEERING COMMITTEE. DICK VAN ALLEN SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 9-0. 8. Consideration to adopt the 2017 IEDC Action Statement and discussion on IEDC activity Darek Vetsch asked for changes or updates to the 2017 Action Statement. Joni Pawelk mentioned the importance of having discussions and tours with local businesses. She recommended expanding an invitation to other local organizations such as the Chamber Board. Steve Johnson added that a large grant was received by the Workforce Center to understand workforce development in retail. Johnson suggested contacting them to find out if/how the IEDC could help coordinate activities. Don Roberts suggested a stronger emphasis on industrial land supply and availability to help prospective businesses quickly identify options in Monticello. STEVE JOHNSON MOVED TO ADOPT THE 2017 ACTION STATEMENT WITH ADDITIONS TO INDUSTRIAL LAND SUPPLY AND AVAILABILITY AS DISCUSSED. JONI PAWELK SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 9-0. 9. Adjournment DON ROBERTS MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 7:45 A.M. OLLIE KOROPCHAK-WHITE SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 9-0. Recorder: Jacob Thunander ____ Approved: February 7, 2017 Attest: ____________________________________________ Jim Thares, Economic Development Director IEDC Agenda: 02/07/17 5. Consideration to accept resignation of IEDC Member and to Appoint new replacement IEDC Member (JT) A. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND: Mari Lou McCormic has expressed an interest in leaving the IEDC to allow herself more time to commit to the Chamber of Commerce board that she serves on. In her place she is recommending Kevin Steffensmeier, President, Riverwood Bank. The email expressing Mari Lou’s request is attached. The EDA membership would remain constant at 14 members through this proposed switch of membership. A1. Staff Impact: There is very little staff impact from the proposed change in IEDC membership. Staff impact is limited to reviewing the process for membership adjustments and completing the staff report. A2. Budget Impact: Likewise, there is no budgetary impact due to the proposed change in IEDC membership. IEDC members do not receive a meeting stipend at this time. B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS: 1. Motion to accept Mari Lou McCormic’s resignation from the IEDC 2. Motion to table acceptance of Mari Lou McCormic’s resignation from the IEDC 3. Motion to recommend appointment of Kevin Steffensmeier to the IEDC 4. Motion to table recommending appointment of Kevin Steffensmeier to the IEDC 5. Motion of other C. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends acceptance of Mari Lou McCormic’s resignation from the IEDC. And, staff further recommends replacing her with Kevin Steffensmeier. The proposal to add Kevin as a member does make sense as he is the new President of Riverwood Bank and can bring his business expertise to the IEDC. In this proposal, the IEDC would continue to maintain its total membership at 14 active members. If the IEDC approves the proposed changes, it will then be presented to the City Council for ratification of Kevin’s membership. D. SUPPORTING DATA: a. Email Correspondence IEDC Agenda: 02/07/17 6. Consideration of appointing IEDC Member to Small Area Study Steering Committee (JT) A. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND: At the January IEDC meeting, Steve Johnson was appointed to be on the Small Area Study Steering Committee. As it happened at the EDA meeting, he was a good choice to serve as the EDA representative on this Committee. In light of that, there is still a need to have a member of the IEDC appointed to serve on the Steering Committee. The Steering Committee will help provide feedback to guide the small area plan as it develops. It is anticipated that the Steering Committee will meet 3-5 times during the small area study, beginning in February and ending in May. A summary of the Small Area Study purpose and process is attached as Exhibit A. The make up the Committee is as shown below: Council – 2 members Chamber –1member At-large – 3 members EDA - 2members Planning Commission – 1 member Parks Commission – 1 member IEDC – 1 member The first meeting of the committee is scheduled for Thursday, February 9th at 4:00 PM at the Monticello Community Center, Academy Room. B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS: 1. Motion to appoint an IEDC member to serve on the Small Area Study Steering Committee 2. Motion to table appointing an IEDC member to serve on the Small Area Study Steering Committee 3. Motion of other C. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends appointing a member to serve on the Small Area Study Steering Committee. The Study is to be completed by June 2017 which means the time commitment is limited in duration. D. SUPPORTING DATA: a. Small Area Study Purpose Summary CITY OF MONTICELLO DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT 505 Walnut Street, Suite 1 Monticello, MN 55362 Phone: (763) 295-2711 Fax: (753) 295-4404 Downtown Monticello developed as a place for residents and visitors to come together for commerce and recreation. Located in the historic area of the city and along the Mississippi River, our downtown is a unique neighborhood at the heart of Monticello. The downtown area has also been a central focus of planning efforts to recapture its vibrancy as a place for all people to enjoy its amenities. In 2010, the City of Monticello completed a guide to redeveloping downtown called the “Embracing Downtown Plan”. The plan considered land use, transportation and market realities for the area considered to be “Downtown Monticello,” extending from Interstate I-94 at its southern boundary to the Mississippi River in the north, and generally from Cedar Street on the east to Maple Street on the west. Since the adoption of the Embracing Downtown Plan, changes in the downtown marketplace have impacted the desire and ability to implement the land use part of the Embracing Downtown Plan as it was originally intended. In particular, the core downtown area requires a new perspective in terms of land uses most likely to be developed and successful. The City of Monticello Economic Development Authority (EDA) recently authorized a small area study of the core downtown area. The study is designed to:  Give revised land use direction to the core of downtown while supporting the overall direction of 2010 Embracing Monticello  Offer a fresh look at the current market conditions, how they have changed since 2010, and what the popular trends are.  Celebrate, strengthen and leverage the authenticity of Downton Monticello, its unique position in the region, and its existing amenities.  Create a usable plan that’s easy to read and exists in multiple formats.  Inspire investment with a planning process that focuses on practical solutions and existing market potential. The EDA is working with the Cuningham Group to accomplish this through a revised land use plan for the core downtown area. An essential part of the study’s planning process is a steering committee with ten representatives from City of Monticello commissions, the Monticello Chamber of Commerce, and interested citizens. Several public engagement sessions will also be held for residents and visitors to provide their thoughts and visions for the downtown. The steering committee and public engagement sessions will help guide the direction and evolution of the plan from start to completion, an anticipated timeline of February – June 2017. If you are interested in staying updated with the progress of the small area study or have any questions, please contact Jacob Thunander at jacob.thunander@ci.monticello.mn.us. Small Area Study – Downtown, Monticello AGENDA REGULAR MEETING - MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, February 7th, 2017 - 6:00 p.m. Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center Commissioners: Brad Fyle, Sam Murdoff, Marc Simpson, Lucas Wynne Council Liaison: Charlotte Gabler Staff: Angela Schumann, Steve Grittman (NAC), Jacob Thunander, John Rued 1. General Business A. Call to Order B. Consideration of approving minutes a. Regular Meeting Minutes – January 3rd, 2017 C. Citizen Comments D. Consideration of adding items to the agenda 2. Public Hearings A. Public Hearing - Consideration of a request for amendment to Conditional Use Permit for Development and Final Stage Planned Unit Development for multi- tenant specialty dental facility in a B-4 (Regional Business) District Applicant: bdh + young B. Public Hearing – Consideration of adoption of the Monticello 2017 Official Zoning Map Applicant: City of Monticello 3. Regular Agenda A. Consideration of a request for simple subdivision resulting in two buildable parcels in the R-1 (Single-Family Residence) District to facilitate right of way for 7th Street/Fallon Avenue, per City Ordinance Title 11, Chapter 1, Section 7 Applicant: City of Monticello B. Consideration for recommendation for appointment of Planning Commissioner C. Consideration of the Community Development Directors Report 4. Added Items 5. Adjournment Special Meeting Academy Room - 5:30 PM Planning Commission Vacancy Interviews Bridging the Gap between Experience and Opportunity QUAD COUNTIES CEDS BENTON SHERBURNE STEARNS WRIGHT Jenn Russell, Economic Development Coordinator Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) The CEDS should analyze T he regional economy S erve as a guide for establishing regional goals and objectives Develop and implement a regional plan of action Identify investment priorities and funding sources. Stakeholders will be able to use it as a guide to understanding the regional economy and to take action to improve it. Elements of a CEDS Summary background SWOT analysis Strategic direction/action plan Evaluation framework. Four Cornerstones Human Capital Economic Competitiveness Community Resources Foundational Assets CEDS (continued) January Human Capital −Labor Force −Workforce Development −Educational Attainment February Economic Competitiveness −Entrepreneurship and Innovation −Small B usiness Growth Timeline March Community Resources −Social Capital −Arts and Tourism −Natural Resources/Water Quality April Foundational Assets −Broadband Access −Transportation (Active and Transit) −Housing Availability/Affordability/Senior Housing Timeline Federal EDA Program F unds Public Works Economic Adjustment Partnership Planning Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms Benefits of Being Involved EDA Grants Fulfill regional economic development strategies Accelerate innovation and entrepreneurship Advance regional competitiveness Create higher -skill, living -wage jobs Generate private investment Fortify and grow industry clusters Benefits of Being Involved Examples of EDA Funded Projects Examples of EDA Funded Projects EDA awarded $300,000 (Public Works Program) Supports construction of a new welding and fabrication lab at Northwest Technical College’s Bemidji campus The lab space will assist the region's manufacturers by developing a pipeline of new high -skilled workers Lead Contacts Dan Weber, Sherburne County John Uphoff, Benton County Duane Northagen, Wright County Michael Williams, Stearns County Identified Contacts Year 1 EDA Grant Sherburne County Stearns County Benton County Wright County Initiative Foundation CMJTS Current Funding Structure Jenn Russell Email: j russell@cmjts.org Phone : 320.250.8157 Tricia Bigaouette Email: tbigaouette@cmjts.org Phone: 763.237.4491 Barbara Chaffee Email: bchaffee@cmjts.org Phone: 763.271.3711 QUESTIONS or COMMENTS