IEDC Minutes 09-25-2018MINUTES
INDUSTRIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (IEDC)
Tuesday, September 25, 2018 — 7:00 a.m.
Boom Island Room, Monticello Community Center
Members Present: Kevin Steffensmeier, Darek Vetsch, Steve Johnson, Wayne Elam, Dick Van
Allen, Andrew Tapper, Mike Carr, Christopher Church, Joe Hammer
Members Absent: Joni Pawelk, Luke Dahlheimer, Don Roberts, Jason Kisner, Jacob Kramer
Liaisons Present: Jeff O'Neill, Jim Thares, Marcy Anderson, Dave Tombers, Mark Hanson
1. Call to Order
Kevin Steffensmeier called the IEDC to order at 7:00 a.m.
2. Introduction of new attendees (Members or Liaisons)
None.
3. Approve Minutes:
a. September 4, 2018
STEVE JOHNSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE SEPTEMBER 4, 2018 IEDC
MINUTES. WAYNE ELAM SECONDED THE MOTION.
4. Consideration of adding items to the amenda
None.
5. Consideration of Resignation of Chamber of Commerce Representative Member,
and Recommend Appointment of New Member.
Jim Thares stated that Jason Kisner is unable to stay active with the IEDC. Liz Calpas has
volunteered to replace Mr. Kisner. Ms. Calpas serves on the Monticello Chamber Board
and is the owner of Monticello Dental Center. Kevin Steffensmeier asked if Ms. Calpas
was aware of the attendance policy. Marcy Anderson confirmed.
Decision 1
STEVE JOHNSON MOVED TO ACCEPT JASON KISNER' S RESIGNATION FROM
THE IEDC. MIKE CARR SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 9-0.
Decision 2
DAREK VETSCH MOVED TO RECOMMEND TO CITY COUNCIL THE
APPOINTMENT OF ELIZABETH CALPAS TO THE IEDC BOARD. WAYNE ELAM
SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 9-0.
Jim Thares stated that the City Council would consider the addition of Liz Calpas to the
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IEDC at their meeting on October 8.
6. Reports: (Verbal Reports) Mark Hanson — new CMJTS Economic Development
Coordinator
Mark Hanson introduced himself to the IEDC. Hanson explained the importance of
establishing the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) to receive
federal funds. He said that CMJTS has submitted their CEDS and is waiting for approval
and funding.
Hanson wanted our region to focus on better marketing. He discussed the importance of
having communities work together to have a greater regional web presence or "one-stop
shop".
a. Economic Development Report
Jim Thares provided the economic development report. He explained the
following updates:
• A Concept Stage PUD proposal from Trident Development was
received for the Jamison property. It would include two buildings of
senior and assisted living. There would be a joint meeting with the
Planning Commission and City Council in October.
• Rustech Brewing would like to move forward with outdoor seating for
their site.
• Bondhus is moving forward with their expansion. They have closed on
their City EDA loan.
• Dakota Supply Group (DSG) has a Lease -Purchase Agreement for one
of the previous IRT sites. They plan to demolish the building and
replace it with a new building.
b. Planning Commission
Jim Thares reviewed the Planning Commission agenda. He stated that there was
one public hearing from Headwaters Development for rezoning and
comprehensive plan amendment for a senior living complex of 92 + units.
c. City Council
Jeff O'Neill stated that the City tax rate would increase this year because of the
valuation of Xcel facilities decreased by 7.5 percent from the previous year. The
Coalition of Minnesota Cities has presented the League of Minnesota Cities with
policy ideas to create a more stable method of valuing of power plants based on
production. This may be considered during the 2019 Legislative Session.
The Fallon Avenue overpass continues to progress. The opening of Chelsea Road
has been delayed.
The Denn project EAW has been authorized to move forward for a 350 -unit
housing project. It has been determined feasible to serve the area with utilities.
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The first homes would be expected in the fall of 2019.
The Highway 25 Coalition will be on hold until for the time being; maybe January
or February, 2019.
The Featherstone subdivision is expected to include another 30 units of
residential.
The Fire Station is moving forward, with construction in the spring, 2019.
The Walnut Street design was proposed to the City Council on September 24,
2018. The City Council wants to focus on access from Broadway to Walnut and
access to West Bridge Park.
d. Chamber of Commerce and Industry
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry report was omitted.
7. Industry of the Year Event Update
Kevin Steffensmeier indicated that Industry of the Year name has been changed to
Manufacturing Appreciation Breakfast. There would be a celebration of all of
Monticello's manufacturing businesses with a speaker from the City of Hutchinson EDA
and the Monticello Public Schools. The event will be held on October 3, 2018.
8. Other
Wayne Elam indicated that WSI would be changing ownership to Polaris. Jim Thares is
reaching out to them to see if there is anything they need in the transition.
9. Adjournment
DICK VAN ALLEN MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 8:07 P.M. WAYNE
ELAM SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED, 9-0.
Recorder: Jacob Thunander -9�17
Approved: November 5, 2018
Attest:
Jim Thares, Economic Development Director
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