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
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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)
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MINUTES
INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC)
Tuesday, January 3rd, 2017 – 7:00 a.m.
Boom Island Room, Monticello Community Center
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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.
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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
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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
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