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PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
November 17, 2021 - 7:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Special Order of Business
A. (none)
4. Citizens Requests and Comments Relating to Planning and Zoning Issues
Not Already on the Agenda. (Before speaking, please give your full name and
address for the record.)
5. Planning Cases
A. Resolution 1143-21, Recommending Approval of the Intent of the Mounds
View Economic Development Authority to Sell Land; 4889 and 4943 Old
Highway 8
6. Reports
A. Upcoming Planning Cases & Activity
B. Staff Updates
C. Council Updates
D. Planning Commissioner Reports
7. Approval of Minutes: November 3, 2021
8. Next Planning Commission Meetings:
A. Wednesday, December 1, 2021
B. Wednesday, December 15, 2021
9. Meeting Conclusion
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City of Mounds View Staff Report
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Planning Case
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Nov 17, 2021
Planning Case
MA2021-002
Planning Commission
Jon Sevald, Community Development Director
Resolution 1143-21, Recommending Approval of the Intent
of the Mounds View Economic Development Authority to Sell
Land, 4889, AND 4943 Old Highway 8
Introduction:
The City intends to sell the former Skyline Motel property to a developer for redevelopment into
a 120-unit affordable housing project, and a portion of the same property to Bio-Clean for a
building expansion. Prior to the City selling property, Minnesota Statute' requires the Planning
Commission to provide a recommendation to the City Council or Economic Development
Authority (EDA) with Findings if the sale is compliant with the Comprehensive Plan.
Discussion:
In 1996, the City acquired 4943 Old Highway 8 for $70,000 for the purpose of realigning Old
Highway 8. The home was removed, the road realigned, and the land has sat vacant since.
The Skyline Motel was built in 1953. Between January 2015 and August 2019, the motel
averaged 4.7 police calls per month, and created a negative impression as the city's gateway
(Police calls included 30 proactive visits, 27 medical assists, 20 disorderly conducts, 16
assaults, 13 arrests, and 10 domestic disturbances, among others). In 2016, a developer had
plans to purchase and demolish the motel, and redevelop the site as a four story, mixed -use
complex with 61 apartment units affordable to families earning <50% of the Average Median
Income (AMI)2, and offices for social services and non -profits. The project cost was estimated
to be $15.7 million. In 2018 the development partnership dissolved, and the City was asked if it
wanted to assume the Purchase Agreement. The EDA purchased the motel for $1.3 million,
removed the buildings, and began marketing for redevelopment.
At that time, industry experts suggested that the highest and best use was warehouse /
manufacturing with outdoor storage. That type of user would not justify an equal return on the
EDA's investment (now, $1.5 million). The industrial value is estimated at $5.00+/- p/sq ft. If
selling all for industrial, the City would lose about half of its investment.
In 2019, the EDA considered proposals for redevelopment, including; a hotel and warehouse;
assisted living facility; apartment building; and self -storage facility. The EDA's preference was
to combine the assisted living facility and apartment building projects on the City's site and
adjacent land owned by Bauer Welding. In 2020, the developer of the assisted living facility
withdrew their proposal due to market changes at the beginning of the COVID pandemic. In
2021, the EDA entered into a Predevelopment Agreement with a developer to sell the Skyline
1 Minnesota Statute §462.356, Subd 2 (Compliance with plan)
2 MN Housing Finance Agency, Table H: Projects Placed in Service between 3/6/2015 and 3/207/2016; Income
Limits by Household Size (Ramsey County); <50% AMI = $36,750 (1-person household); $52,450 (4-person
household).
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Motel site for $1.5 million contingent upon the developer obtaining public financing for the
project (120-units of senior housing, with income ranges between <30% AMI — 60% AMI)3. The
project's cost is estimated to be $29 million. The EDA also entered into a Predevelopment
Agreement with Bio-Clean to sell a portion of land for their planned expansion.
The City Council's position is to sell the property to break even on its investment, while
obtaining a redevelopment project that will benefit the community; and to assist adjacent Bio-
Clean and Bauer Welding with their planned expansions as much as possible. The proposed
land sale(s) and development projects accomplishes this goal.
Analysis:
The Resolution includes detailed Findings in support of the land sale. In summary, the sale
relates to redevelopment goals, adding households and population, and contributing towards
needed affordable housing.
Strategic Plan Strategy/Goal:
Continue BR&E program, maximize utilization of development space and current list of available
sites, encourage land owners to maintain their properties, & consider residential redevelopment.
Financial Impact:
The EDA has agreed to sell land to Bio-Clean for $77,000; and to sell land to MWF Properties
for $1,550,000. Both sales include conditions and contingencies (e.g. the apartments are
dependent upon Tax Increment Financing from the Mounds View EDA, and bonding through the
Minnesota Management and Budget office). The land sale will require a Public Hearing (date
TBD). In addition to the sale, the subdivision will contribute about $426,000 in Park Dedication
fees (current balance is about $176,000).
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval.
Respectfully,
Jon Sevald, AICP
Community Development Director
ATTACHED
Site Map
Resolution 1143-21
3 Minnesota Housing Finance Agency; Table N: Projects Placed in Service on or after 04/01/2021; Income Limits by
Household Size); Ramsey County; 30% AMI = $15,660 (1-person household); $31,470 (4-person household); 60%
AMI = $44,100 (1-person household), $62,940 (4-person household).
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MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 1143-21
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF
THE INTENT OF THE CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW TO DISPOSE OF PROPERTY;
4889 OLD HIGHWAY 8, AND 4943 OLD HIGHWAY 8,
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
WHEREAS, in 1996, the City of Mounds View purchased real property located at 4943 Old
Highway 8, for the purposes of realigning Old Highway 8; and,
WHEREAS, in 2018, the City of Mounds View Economic Development Authority (EDA)
purchased real property located at 4889 Old Highway 8, for the purposes of redevelopment (Resolution
18-EDA-318); and,
WHEREAS, in 2020, the City of Mounds View EDA acquired real property, commonly known
as a 33' Highway Easement in-between 4889 Old Highway 8, and 2151 Mustang Drive (Second Judicial
District Court, File No. 62-CV-1080); and
WHEREAS, in 2021, the City of Mounds View EDA entered into a Purchase and Development
Agreement with Bio-Clean Mobile Wash Inc. (2151 Mustang Drive), to purchase the 33' Highway
Easement, and a portion of 4889 Old Highway 8 for the purposes of expanding the Bio-Clean facility
(Resolution 21-EDA-342); and,
WHEREAS, in 2021, the City of Mounds View EDA entered into a Purchase and Development
Agreement with MWF Properties, LLC to purchase the remainder of 4889 Old Highway 8, for the
purposes of redeveloping the site for workforce housing (Resolution 21-EDA-341). The EDA intends to
include real property located at 4943 Old Highway 8 (remaining land, after road realignment) as part of
this Preliminary Development Agreement; and,
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute §462.356, Subd 2 states; ..... "[N]o publicly owned interest in
real property within the municipality shall be acquired or disposed of nor shall any capital improvement
be authorized by the municipality until after the planning agency has reviewed the proposed
acquisition, disposal, or capital improvement and reported in writing to the governing body its
findings as to compliance of the proposed acquisition, disposal or improvement with the comprehensive
municipal plan"
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED in consideration of the proposed development
projects, the Comprehensive Plan, and Staff Report, the Planning and Zoning Commission (Planning
Agency) makes the following Findings (italics);
Land Use Goals and Policies
Goal 1: Stabilize and strengthen neighborhoods
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• Establish and preserve neighborhood character through public investments identified in
the Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
• Ensure redevelopment complements adjacent land uses and character. When considering
development, preserve vegetative buffers between different land uses when possible and
establish vegetative buffers when none exist.
Goal 3: Strategically invest in redevelopment opportunities.
• Identify sites deemed blighted or detracting from the city's character for potential facade
improvements.
• Map opportunities to assemble properties.
• Encourage affordable housing in redevelopment.
• Meet the City's goals of creating livable wage jobs on redeveloped sites.
• Support new industrial businesses.
FINDINGS: The proposed sale of real property, and related re -development; (expansion of Bio-
Clean; and development of The Villas of Mounds View a 120-unit workforce housing
project), will stabilize the neighborhood in comparison to the previous Skyline Motel;
will complement adjacent uses (e.g. industrial and manufactured home park); is mapped
for redevelopment (Comprehensive Plan, Figure 2-1: Potential Redevelopment Sites);
encourages affordable housing (e.g. 120-unit The Villas of Mounds View); may create
livable wage jobs (e.g. expansion of Bio-Clean Mobile Wash); and supports industrial
businesses (e.g. Bio-Clean Mobile Wash).
Housing Goals and Policies
Goal 1: Support development and redevelopment which accomplishes 2040 forecasted population
growth and the supportive land use designations identified in this plan.
Goal 3: Support a mix of housing types reflective of the needs and desires of the community
FINDINGS: The proposed sale of real property and related re -development; supports redevelopment,
and contributes to the 2040 forecasted population growth. The Comprehensive Plan
Table 1-1 (Projections Forecast Year) forecasts the addition of 220 households and 200
residents between the years 2020 — 2040. The planned The Villas of Mounds View
project will add 120 households, and 223 residents (based on Metropolitan Council's
2019 Household Size by Unit Type). The redevelopment project supports a need for
additional affordable housing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Mounds View Planning
Commission directs Staff to forward this resolution to the City Council prior to approval of the minutes.
Adopted this 17TH day of November 2021.
ATTEST:
(SEAL)
Gary Rundle, Chair
Jon Sevald, Community Development Director
DRAFT
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
Regular Meeting
November 3, 2021
Mounds View City Hall
2401 Mounds View Boulevard, Mounds View, MN 55112
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chair Rundle at 7:01 p.m. for November 3, 2021.
2. Roll Call
Members Present: Commissioners Farmer, French, Monn, Munson, Nelson, and Rundle.
Absent and Excused: Commissioner Stevenson.
Also Present: Community Development Director Jon Sevald and Council Member Gary
Meehlhause.
Index to Minutes Page
Resolution 1140-21, Recommending Approval of a Conditional Use 2
Permit for an Animal Boarding Facility at 5491 Adams Street
Resolution 1141-21, Recommending Approval of the Preliminary
and Final Plat of Skyline; and Zoning Map Amendment; Planned Unit
Development; Development Review; and Wetland Alteration Permit
For the Villas of Mounds View
4
Resolution 1142-21, Recommending 2022-2024 Appointments to the 7
Planning and Zoning Commission
Approval of Minutes 8
3. Special Order of Business
None.
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4. Citizens Requests and Comments on Items Not on the Agenda
None.
5. Planning Cases
A. Resolution 1140-21, Recommending Approval of a Conditional Use Permit
for an Animal Boarding Facility at 5491 Adams Street
Community Development Director Sevald stated Fedor's Market operated between 1961 and
2016. The property was sold in July, 2021. The owner; Andrei Bortnov (BBAK Ventures, LLC)
is renovating the building for two tenants; a kennel boarding/training business (Paul Holt); and a
furniture store. The applicant will use about 1,300 square feet of the 6,000 square feet building.
There is planned to be up to ten dogs boarded at one time. Staff commented further on the
request and recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit.
Commissioner Monn requested the tenant come up and provide the Commission with more
details regarding his plans.
Paul Holt, 4315 Chasworth Street North in Shoreview, explained he would like to open a dog
boarding and training business. He stated he would be boarding five dogs to start with in hopes
of having as many as 10. He noted he would be using the outdoor area for dog exercise and
bathroom. He reported the majority of his training would be conducted offsite at his clients'
homes.
Commissioner Monn questioned what type of training would be provided. Mr. Holt stated he
provides dog obedience training onsite and specialized training would be provided in his clients'
homes.
Commissioner Monn inquired if dogs would be left alone overnight when boarded. Mr. Holt
commented he has plans to grow his staff over time in order to provide 24 hour care for the
boarded dogs.
Commissioner Monn asked if the garage would remain in place. Community Development
Director Sevald reported the garage would remain in place.
Commissioner Monn requested further information regarding the proposed fence. Mr. Holt
reviewed the proposed location of the fence and noted the chain link fence would be six feet in
height.
Commissioner Nelson questioned how old the existing garage building was. Andre Bortnov,
property owner, explained the existing garage was approximately 15 years old and has some sort
of composite siding.
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Commissioner Nelson discussed the concerns he had regarding dog waste and how it would
quickly impact the exercise/turf area on the property. He also feared that the dogs would be
peeing on the garage siding. Mr. Holt stated the dogs would be taken out one at a time and could
be kept away from the garage.
Commissioner Nelson encouraged Mr. Holt to consider having concrete in the exercise area in
order to assist with addressing the waste and odor concerns. Mr. Holt believed the natural grass
was a better location for pet waste than concrete.
Commissioner Munson stated overtime the pet waste would become an issue. She discussed
products that were available to assist with cleaning surfaces while also neutralizing odors.
Commissioner Monn recommended a ventilation system be put in place within the building. Mr.
Bortnov reported he would be working with a contractor to ensure the building met all
ventilation requirements.
Commissioner Monn reported there was not a lot of space for parking on this property. Mr. Holt
commented it would be rare that he would have two clients onsite at once. He indicated he was
hoping to have a designated parking space for his clients. Mr. Bortnov reviewed the number of
parking spaces on the property.
Commissioner Monn recommended the fence along the apartment being wooden with chain link
on the other sides. Mr. Holt stated he could talk to his contractor regarding this change.
Commissioner Monn questioned if the property would have any landscaping. Mr. Holt explained
one of his clients would be helping him with landscaping the building.
Commissioner Monn inquired if Mr. Holt would have his own trash pickup. Mr. Holt reported
this was the case.
Commissioner Nelson expressed concern with the fact there would be no buffer zone in place
noting this use could generate a great deal of noise given the fact the dogs were untrained. Mr.
Holt stated he was planning to install acoustic tiles to assist with noise concerns.
Commission Nelson supported there being a landscaping buffer in place between the dog kennel
and the adjacent property.
Further discussion ensued regarding the kennel operations.
Commissioner Munson questioned what the typical length of stay would be for boarded dogs.
Mr. Holt estimated this would be three to five days.
MOTION/SECOND: Commissioner Monn/Commissioner Farmer. To approve Resolution
1140-21, a Resolution Recommending Approval of a Conditional Use Permit for an Animal
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Boarding Facility at 5491 Adams Street requiring a six to eight foot solid fence along the
apartment side of the property along with a landscaping buffer.
Ayes — 6
Nays — 0 Motion carried.
B. Resolution 1141-21, Recommending Approval of the Preliminary and Final
Plat of Skyline; and Zoning Map Amendment; Planned Unit Development;
Development Review; and Wetland Alteration Permit for The Villas of
Mounds View
Community Development Director Sevald stated the applicant, The Villas of Mounds View, LP
(MWF Properties) is proposing to redevelop the former Skyline Motel into The Villas of Mounds
View, consisting of a 120-unit apartment building. The project will feature senior (55+),
affordable housing. The project has two parts; (1) subdivision; and (2) everything else. For the
purposes of the Planning Commission, both are grouped into one resolution. They will be
separated for the City Council's public hearings. The subdivision is applicable to both The Villas
and Bio-Clean, whereas "everything else" is applicable to The Villas only.
Community Development Director Sevald reported specific to the Subdivision, there are a
number of revisions necessary. Staff's intent is for the Developer to complete necessary items
prior to the City Council's November 22nd Public Hearing, and for the Subdivision to be
approved with conditions requiring administrative review/approval. This is necessary to keep the
project on schedule for applying for financial assistance from the State by January, 2022.
Community Development Director Sevald explained the plat; Skyline, will combine four parcels
into Lot 1 for The Villas of Mounds View (apartment building), and will add land onto the Bio-
Clean property (Lot 2). Bio-Clean installs industrial washing equipment into the backs of straight
trucks (large cargo vans), and has been at this location since 1981. Bio-Clean is planning a
building addition within 2-3 years. Depending on the size of the addition, it is likely it will
require a Development Review at that time (not now). Bio-Clean previously received a Variance
to reduce the rear yard building setback, from 40' to 30' (Resolution 420-95), and a
Development Review in 2004 for a building expansion (Resolution 6283). Staff commented
further on the request and recommended tabling action to the November 17, 2021 meeting to
allow for additional information to be submitted to staff.
Peter Worthington, MWF Properties, thanked staff for the thorough staff report. He explained he
was available for comments or questions.
Commissioner Monn asked how the shared driveway would work between three different
entities. Mr. Worthington stated the property would have a shared access easement on the north
side and noted MWF would be responsible for plowing the driveway.
Commissioner Nelson questioned if the stormwater collection area would be fenced. Mr.
Worthington commented he was not planning to fence this area.
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Commissioner Nelson inquired where snow would be pushed and stored during the winter
months. Mr. Worthington reviewed the location where snow would be stored noting if the piles
grew too large and had to be trucked off site, this would be done.
Commissioner Monn questioned if the County approved of the new access point. Mr.
Worthington reported the County had reviewed and approved the new access point. He noted the
County did not recommend a right hand turn lane.
Commissioner Monn asked if alternative siding types had been considered instead of vinyl
siding. Mr. Worthington stated the building would use a vinyl lap siding that comes with a 50
year warranty, along with a cement fiber board product. He then discussed why the proposed
color palette was chosen, and displayed examples of the two products.
Commissioner Monn requested further information regarding the proposed amenities. Mr.
Worthington reviewed the amenities that would be included in the senior housing complex.
Commissioner Monn recommended the applicant plant pollinator friendly seed versus prairie
seed on this property. Mr. Worthington stated he had no issue with that.
Commissioner Monn suggested a grilling and picnic area be considered in the greenspace. Mr.
Worthington reported this may be difficult because this area was sloped and included a wetland.
Commissioner Nelson questioned how the property manager would ensure the occupancy
standards were being followed. Terry Parker, 1961 Silver Street in Waconia, explained HUD
occupancy standards would have to be followed for these affordable housing units.
Commissioner Nelson stated he did not believe this was typical senior housing because only one
resident within the unit had to be 55+. He feared this building could have a lot of children within
its units. Ms. Parker discussed how the definition of a "senior" has changed over time and
commented on the federal HUD requirements for senior housing.
Commissioner Monn asked how the applicant would keep people from subleasing units from
their grandparents. Ms. Parker stated this was no different than what can occur at any other
apartment complexes. She reported subleasing was not allowed and noted cameras would be
installed everywhere.
Chair Rundle encouraged the applicant to make it very clear to its future tenants that children
could be living within these units.
Commissioner Farmer inquired how the mixing of vehicles and truck traffic along the shard
access would be addressed. Community Development Director Sevald recommended this be
addressed in the shared access agreement.
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Commissioner Nelson questioned if the senior units would be leased for one year at a time. Ms.
Parker stated this was the case.
Commissioner Monn recommended at least two parking spaces be required for the senior
housing development. Community Development Director Sevald commented this has been
deemed excessive for senior housing projects. He reported after researching the parking
requirements for other communities, staff supports the site having a parking ratio of 1.5 spaces
per unit.
Further discussion ensued regarding the mix of apartment units and the need for more mass
transit bus routes in Mounds View.
Commissioner Monn asked if the TIF request would be discussed at this meeting. Community
Development Director Sevald discussed the TIF request at a very high level. He noted this
projects qualifies for TIF because it was offering affordable housing.
Commissioner Monn expressed concern with the fact this project would not be providing taxes to
the community to cover municipal expenses. Community Development Director Sevald stated
after 26 years, the site would be paying full property taxes. He indicated this project could not
move forward if not for TIF.
Commissioner Monn requested further information regarding the green initiatives that would be
pursued for this building. Mr. Worthington discussed the green initiatives that would be included
in this development.
Commissioner Farmer explained the area was changing and questioned if New Brighton had
plans for more development in the Northwest Quadrant. Community Development Director
Sevald explained a hotel had been discussed, but noted some of the properties require a great
deal of soil correction, which has made development difficult.
Commissioner Nelson asked if a lighting plan had been submitted by the applicant. Mr.
Worthington stated he would be submitting a lighting plan to staff.
Commissioner Nelson indicated he could support the vinyl siding remaining on the building
because it came with a 50 year warranty.
Commissioner Monn questioned if there were any concerns with runoff coming from the Bio-
Clean property to the senior housing. Greg Kelly, 3038 Rodeo Drive in Blaine, stated his only
concern was with the elevation of the parking lot. He questioned if the hill would remain in place
noting he could install a retaining wall. Mr. Worthington reported both properties would have to
meet stormwater requirements and this concern would be addressed.
Commissioner Nelson explained this was a unique solution to a lot of small properties.
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MOTION/SECOND: Commissioner Monn. To table action on the Preliminary and Final Plat of
Skyline; and Zoning Map Amendment; Planned Unit Development; Development Review; and
Wetland Alteration Permit for The Villas of Mounds View because the Planning Commission
did not have sufficient information on the lighting plan or Preliminary Plat. The motion failed
for lack of a second.
MOTION/SECOND: Commissioner Munson/Commissioner Nelson. To approve Resolution
1141-21, a Resolution Recommending Approval of the Preliminary and Final Plat of Skyline;
and Zoning Map Amendment; Planned Unit Development; Development Review; and Wetland
Alteration Permit for The Villas of Mounds View as amended noting Ply -Gem vinyl siding
would be allowed.
Ayes — 5
Nays — 1 (Monn) Motion carried.
6. Reports
A. Resolution 1142-21, Recommending 2022-2024 Appointments to the Planning
and Zoning Commission
Community Development Director Sevald stated the Mounds View Planning Commission
consists of seven Mounds View residents who are not elected officials. Commission members
are appointed by the City Council based upon recommendations made by the Commission, to
three-year terms. The Commission currently has three members whose terms expire on
December 31, 2021 (French, Monn, and Nelson). The City solicited applications from the public
to serve on advisory commissions, including the Planning Commission. The City received five
applications for the Commission. Some of the applicants were in attendance, and were invited to
introduce themselves.
Marcus Curtis, 7660 Spring Lake Road, explained he applied to serve after his street
improvement project came before the City for consideration, noting he became very involved in
this process. He stated he and his wife moved to Mounds View back in May of 2021. He
reported he appreciated this community, the school district and he wanted to see the community
continue to grow and be stable.
Commissioner Nelson stated he served on the Planning Commission previously, 15 years ago
and noted he served on the first comprehensive plan committee and was an inaugural member of
the EDC. He reported he had to step away for a time due to church commitments, but came back
because he really enjoys serving in this capacity.
Commissioner French explained he enjoyed serving on the Planning Commission, being a part of
the City and its processes.
The Commission voted and recommended Jason French, Marcus Curtis and Danny Nelson be
recommended for appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
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B. Upcoming Planning Cases & Activity
Community Development Director Sevald stated there were no upcoming planning cases.
C. Staff Updates
Community Development Director Sevald provided the Commission with an update from staff.
He explained staff has been spending a great deal of time working on the Skyline project. It was
his hope the project would be considered and approved by the Council on November 22. He
noted the Planning Commission would be meeting in December to set meeting dates for 2022
and to recommend a Chair and Vice -Chair.
D. Council Updates
Council Member Meehlhause provided the Planning Commission with an update from the City
Council. He stated the Council approved the 90% design plan for the 2022-2023 street
improvement project to allow the plans to be submitted to MnDOT for review. He reviewed the
items that were discussed at the recent worksession meeting which included a potential round
about at County Road I and Spring Lake Road. He noted an expansion of the Community Center
was also discussed.
Commissioner Farmer requested an update on the Sustainability Commission. Council Member
Meehlhause reported the City has not received any applicants for this Commission to date.
E. Planning Commissioner Reports
Commissioner Nelson stated he was pleased with the fact he had 30 kids at his door for
Halloween this year. He suggested the City or Police Department consider sponsoring a Trunk or
Treat event next year.
8. Approval of Minutes
October 6, 2021.
MOTION/SECOND: Commissioner Monn/Commissioner Farmer. To approve the Minutes of
the October 6, 2021 regular Planning Commission meetings as presented.
Ayes — 6
Nays — 0 Motion carried.
9. Next Planning Commission Meeting:
A. Wednesday, November 17, 2021
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B. Wednesday, December 1, 2021
10. Adjournment
There being no further business before the Planning Commission, Chair Rundle adjourned the
meeting at 9:21 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Jon Sevald
Community Development Director
Transcribed by:
Heidi Guenther
Minute Maker Secretarial