08-14-2007 PC MINMEETING OF THE ELK RIVER
PLANNING COMMIS5ION
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER CITY HALL
TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2007
Members Present: Chair Stevens, Commissioners Austad, Lemke, Scott, Staul a~c~ Westgaard
Members Absent: Commissioner Anderson ~
Staff Present: Planning Manager Jeremy Barnhart, Senior Planner Sheila C ~ney, Park
Planner/Planner Chris Leeseberg, Environmental Administr tgr Rebecca
Haug, Recording Secretary Debbie Huebner
Call Meeting To Order
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5.1.
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River Planning commission
was called to order at 6:40 p.m. by Chair Stevens. I ~i
Consider August 12. 2007 Planning Cosr~msssion Agenda
MOVED BY COMMISSIONER AUSTAD AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER WESTGAARD TO APPROVE THE AUGUST 12, 07,
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA WITH THE FOLLOWING GE:
- MOVE ITEM 5.5. BEFORE ITEM 5.4.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0.
Consider July 10, 2007 Planning Commission Minutes
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER WESTGARD AND SECONDED
COMMISSIONER SCOTT TO APPROVE THE JULY 10, 2007 PLE
COMMISSION MINUTES. MOTION CARRIED 6-0.
Commissioner to Attend August 20 2007 City Council Meeting ~I '
Commissioner Scott will attend the August 20, 2007 City Council meeting in p~a~e of
Commissioner Anderson.
CU 07-22 -Public Hearin
Ms. Haug provided background information regarding the request by Tiller Coloration and
its operating division, Barton Sand & Gravel Co. for a conditional use permit fglt mineral
excavation on a 36.6-acre parcel of property adjacent to the existing sand and gjr~vel mining
facility also operated by Tiller. Ms. Haug reviewed details of the request and araaysis of the
request to support recommendation of approval, subject to the ten conditions b~tlined in
the staff report. '
Kristen Pauley, Civil Engineer representing the applicant -reviewed site c~~tails and
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aerial photographs of the site. She noted that they held several meetings with, the residents
and issues included noise, screening and traffic. Ms. Pauley stated that a noisy analysis was
completed which indicated that both the daytime and nighttime standards cottl~l be met. She
explained that the crusher is 600 feet from the nearest receptor (residence). 1~~. Pauley
stated that all of Tiller's equipment has been retrofitted with backup lights, rat{l~er than
alarms and this will be the first season they have used them. She stated that tl~ellmining
operation will be set back 50 feet from the property line. She stated that they~cpnsidered a
berm, but decided that maintaining the existing vegetation would provide betr~e~ screening
than a berm. She stated that in response to the residences concerns regarding, p'he roots of
the existing trees being impacted, the County Forester has marked the area w1j~iCh he feels is
necessary to preserve the trees and they have incorporate this into their site ply .She noted
that the nearest residence is 750 feet from the southern boundary and that their is a stand of
mature trees which providing screening. Ms. Pauley stated there will be no ad' tional trucks
added and that material will be transported through the currently maintained x+outes. She
noted that Proctor has a 7-ton road ]unit. Ms. Pauley stated that Tiller has be~t~ operating in
Elk River for 30 years and has worked with the residents to be a good neighbglJ~. She
encouraged residents to contact the plant manager or Mike Caron directly, if they have an
issue.
Chair Stevens questioned the distance of the crusher from the residences to tl~'e east. Ms.
Pauley stated that the crusher would be 600 feet from the residents to the east# end they
would be the most impacted. Chair Stevens asked if the property was zoned fp~ mining.
Ms. Haug stated that a zone change will be necessary. ' ',
Chair Stevens opened the public hearing.
Scott Boyd, 19923 Norfolk -Stated that he has issues with the excessive dusTi ilmpacting his
heating and cooling system. He requested that Tiller give the residents the ext~al 100-foot
buffer they requested to help with the noise. He stated that the crusher will be} (more active
than it has in the past. Mr. Boyd stated that the additional buffer will help pre$~rve the trees,
and that as soon as the roots of red oaks are cut, they die. I
There being no further public comment, Chair Stevens closed the public hearith~.
Commissioner Westgaard asked what the setback was from the closest residen~~s. Ms. Haug
stated it was 50 feet. Commissioner Westgaard asked for clarification on the tikrping of the
mining. Ms. Haug stated that they plan to start mining in 2-3 years, and may nice for up to
5 years. She noted that their lease is only good for 10 years from July 2007.
Commissioner Scott asked where the crusher is located. Mike Caron, Tiller Corporation,
stated that the crusher will be in its present location and will progress to the wgsk.
Commissioner Scott asked if they will be requesting extended hours of operati~ri. Mr.
Caron stated they would be satisfied with the regular hours.
Commissioner Austad asked how often watering is done to control dust. Mr. iiron stated
that they have a person watering the roads full-time. He noted that there was ~~ay when the
pump was down for ahalf--day so they could not get water. Commissioner Au~t~d asked
how the area would be restored. Mr. Caron stated that they have a reclamation~~iplan which
will meet the city's required grade standards. He noted that they propose to starrt< mining in
the east portion of the site and move west, and will try to reclaim each year as they mine.
Commissioner Staul asked why the setback is no greater than 50 feet. Ms. Hain stated that
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the standard is 50 feet. Mr. Caron explained that being able to work up to 5 feet makes it
easier to reclaim the site and provide uniform slopes. Commmissioner Staul as ~d what is
proposed for the south half of the property, which is open space. Mr. Caron sltated that they
are only leasing the northern part of the property and it is his understanding ~t the city is
in negotiations with the property owner for possible park land on the south polrtion.
Chair Stevens asked for clarification regarding the location of adjacent resider~ges. Ms.
Pauley provided drawings of the location of the homes and the crusher.
Mr. Boyd stated that he still has concerns with noise, and that with the exten ed hours he
was awakened at 4:00 am, even with his windows closed and the air conditio ~ g running.
Commissioner Scott noted that Tiller will not have the extended hours for th's site.
Commissioner Westgaard stated that he was not sure the additiona150-foots tback would
help the noise. Mr. Boyd stated that the dust was also a concern. Commissio er Westgaard
stated that he felt Tiller has taken actions to address this issue and they have pressed their
willingness to work with the residents.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER WESTGAARD AND SECONDED Y
COMMISSIONER LEMKE TO APPROVE THE REQUEST BY TIL ER
CORPORATION FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR MIN RAL
EXCAVATION, CASE NO. CU 07-22 WITH THE FOLLOWING CO DITIONS:
1. TRAFFIC FROM THE OPERATIONS AREA WILL ACCESS T E NEW
ALIGNMENT OF COUNTY RD 33 WITH THE MAJORITY O TRAFFIC
GENERATED FROM THE EXISTING OPERATION AREA H AD EAST
TO US HWY 169. PROCTOR RD AND COUNTY RD 33 WEST OF THE
EXITING OPERATION WILL ONLY BE USED FOR LOCAL ROJECTS.
2. THE SITE MUST OPERATE UNDER A MINNESOTA POLL TION
CONTROL AGENCY (MPCA) NPDES PERMIT FOR GRAVE MINING
FACILITIES AND A STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVEN ION PLAN
BE IMPLEMENTED
3. WATERING ON-SITE GRAVEL HAUL ROADS MUST BE DO E TO
REDUCE DUST
4. FIFTY-FOOT SETBACKS FROM PROPERTY LINES AND RI HT-OF-
WAYS THAT ARE NOT ADJACENT TO OTHER MINING AR~AS MUST
BE MAINTAINED.
5. ALONG PROCTOR RD, A SETBACK AS DETERMINED AND (MARKED
BY THE SHERBURNE COUNTY FORESTER MUST BE MAIl1~T~TAINED
AND IN NO INSTANCE WILL THE SETBACK BE LESS THAN 50 FEET
FROM RIGHT-OF-WAY.
6. THE SITE MUST BE GRADED IN ACCORDANCE TO THE
RECLAMATION PLAN
7. OPERATIONS MUST BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL STATE NOISE
STANDARDS ',
8. MINING AND CRUSHING WILL BE CONDUCTED BETWEEN 7:00 A.M.
TO 7:00 P.M. MONDAY -SATURDAY
9. TOPSOIL WILL BE RETAINED ON-SITE AND USED TO CR~:ATE
SCREENING BERMS
10. ACTIVE SLOPES TO BE APPROXIMATELY 1.5:1 AND FINISI~ED
SLOPES NOT TO EXCEED 4:1
11. THE PROPERTY IS REZONED PRIOR TO COMMENCING TIE
OPERATIONS INCLUDED IN THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT.
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5.2.
5.3.
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IVIr. Leeseberg explained that the applicant requests the amendment in order tlo provide
separate warehousing to store certified material (steel and aluminum bars) for',an aerospace
customer to meet military and aerospace compliances, which are mandated. "~"he applicant
has stated that proposed accessory structure will match the existing building. 'Staff
recommends approval of the amendment with the six criteria listed in the sta f f report.
Commissioner Scott questioned how this proposed ordinance amendment compares with
other cities Mr. Leeseberg surveyed. Mr. Leeseberg stated that this ordinance'',would be
more restrictive than other cities.
Chair Stevens opened the public hearing. There being no public comment, C$tair Stevens
closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Westgaard stated that he felt the Commission discussed the proposed
amendment in great detail at their workshop and that he was in favor of what ~s being
proposed. Commissioner Scott concurred.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER LEMKE AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER WESTGAARD TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL CAF THE
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REQUEST BY ALLIANCE MACHI E -
SECITON 30-1284 -BUSINESS PARK REGULATIONS, REGARDI G
ACCESSORY STRUCTURES, AS STATED IN the STAFF REPORT O THE
COMMISSION DATED AUGUST 14, 2007. MOTION CARRIED 6-Oa
Hearin
Mr. Barnhart stated that the City Council recently approved an ordinance ame dment that
allowed physical recreation/training in the Business Park zoning district, depe ding on the
underlying land use, and that they felt allowing the use as an interim use woul not
negatively impact the goals of the district. He stated that no time line for an ' terim use has
been established. He noted that letters have been received supporting the use s a
permanent use, or as a permitted use. Mr. Barnhart provided clarification on t e proposed
ordinance amendment.
Chair Stevens opened the public hearing.
Dan Murphy, developer -Stated that he has been approached by a business, Acceleration,
MN, which is a high intensity physical training facility, to find a location. He felt the use is
more clinical than recreational He stated that problem is finding property that is both
affordable and functional for these types of uses. Mr. Murphy stated that he has researched
seven cities in the area and found seven sites where these types of uses are allowed in
business parks. Cities surveyed included Apple Valley, Eden Prairie, Waite Park and St.
Cloud. All uses were in I1 or I2, or B2 or B4 districts, which are similar to Elk River's
Business Park zoning districts. He stated that Acceleration, MN is more of a utility-type
operation, rather than "flash". The business concentrates on young student athletes, with
the goal of making it affordable for parents. Mr. Murphy stated that the normal retail setting
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is not affordable for them. He requested that the Commission look at the use as permanent
and suggested that the city set aside a percentage of the business park for these uses. He
stated that the existing underlying land use could be maintained, while creating an affordable
space for these types of businesses.
Rich Murphy, local developer -Stated that he also is working with Acceleration, MN, and
that as an investor, it would be difficult to invest in a business that is existing on a temporary
basis. He stated that as a resident, he spends many hours on the road, driving his own
children to receive training. He stated that there are many other Elk River residents who are
spending time and money outside of Elk River to do the same.
Dan Murphy stated that he felt this was something that could work in Elk River. He stated
that the most recent approval was in January 2007 for a facility in a Plymouth business park
setting. He asked that the Commission consider a workshop discussion on this issue and
that he would be happy to do more investigation if the Commission desires. He felt these
types of businesses would be a benefit to the community. He stated that if more industrial
comes into the city, more buildings will be built.
Pamela Sitts, 16006 Otsego, and owner of P.S. Dance -Stated that, as an example, she
would need to charge her 400 students $300 a month just to pay the rent at the former
Snyder's building at School Street and Highway 169.
Pat Briggs, 11110 Industrial Circle -Thanked the Commission for their work on this
frustrating process.
There being no further public comment, Chair Stevens closed the public hearing.
Chair Stevens stated that he would vote against the amendment because he does not feel it is
an appropriate use in the business park zoning district.
Mr. Barnhart stated that a point in support of the use is that the hours are off-peak from the
business park uses and parking would also not be an issue.
Commissioner Westgaard stated that he would be in favor of recommending approval, based
on the Council's concurrence that the use is reasonable.
Mr. Barnhart provided clarification on a possible motion and procedure on the request by
P.S. Dance.
Chair Stevens stated that staff has presented a strong case for a balanced approach, and that
the previously approved ordinance provides flexibility. He provided a statement regarding
his position on the request, noting that the goal of the Economic Development Authority is
to provide livable jobs for its residents and that the proposed use is not consistent with
those goals. He felt the city would be less likely to attract business park uses if its space is
filled with physical recreation/training type uses. He stated that he felt the end result would
be that lease rates will be driven up and there will be less space available for business park
uses.
Commissioner Scott stated that he concurred with Chair Stevens that an interim use is not a
good option, and that the question is whether or not the uses should be allowed as a
conditional use. He stated that he is not in favor of the idea but does not feel as strongly
about the issue as Chair Stevens.
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Commissioner Westgaard stated that he felt the question is, if the use was allowed, what
would it hurt? He stated he did not have a big issue with the use. He stated that existing
business park space could sit empty for a long time, and that he would rather see it filled up.
He stated that as he stated at the workshop, he felt the use could be allowed as a conditional
use permit in any of the three underlying zoning districts zoned Business Park.
Commissioner Scott asked what kind of conditions Cotnnussioner Westgaard would foresee
in granting a conditional use permit. Commissioner Westgaard stated that each request
would be considered on a case-by-case basis, and that in some areas, the use may not be
appropriate.
Commissioner Austad stated he felt the market figures these things out. He did not see an
interim use as a good compromise. He stated his gut feeling is that the uses do not belong in
business parks. He stated that the Council seems to feel that since the space is empty, let
them in there. Commissioner Austad stated that an interim use could cause future
headaches.
Cointnissioner Staul stated that he is concerned about the impact on lease rates. He stated
that it appears eight of the twenty business park sites are not true industrial and are more
commercial He felt that the use may drive the market lease rates higher. He felt the mixed
use provides ample opportunity for these types of businesses.
Cormmissioner Scott stated he did not understand why there is the conflict, if the city has
land uses that accommodate these types of businesses.
Commissioner Lemke stated he was not in favor of allowing the interim use. He asked for
clarification on the reasoning for business park zoning with three different underlying land
uses. Mr. Barnhart explained that there are different standards that apply and that when the
current ordinance was drafted, it was recognized that there would be some retail. He stated
that he agreed with the Commission that the use as an interim use was not appropriate. He
provided further clarification on the proposed amendment before the Commission.
Commissioner Lemke stated that personally, he would like to work and recreate in Elk River,
but since he could not work in Elk River, recreating here would help. He stated he was in
favor of allowing the use as a conditional use in all three underlying land zoned Business
Park.
Chair Stevens stated that once the use is allowed, it stays there and does not go away.
Commissioner Scott questioned how much business park zoned property is undeveloped.
Mr. Barnhart stated that he could not guess, and would need to research it. Commissioner
Scott stated that if he could pick and chose where these types of uses could go, he would like
chose the business park setting.
Chair Stevens stated he felt it was clear that the Mayor and Council Member Farber were not
in favor of allowing the use on a permanent basis in the business parks.
Commissioner Lemke asked how much of Business Park-zoned property has the underlying
land use of Industrial. Mr. Barnhart stated that he would estimate 75 percent has an
underlying land use of industrial, and that exceptions include business park property toward
Ramsey on Highway 10 has an underlying land use of Highway Business, and well as
property off Twin Lakes Road, and by the County Courthouse.
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Commissioner Austad stated that he feels the issue is more serious than it appears and he
could envision the approval would open the doors for more of these types of uses to come
in.
Commissioner Staul stated he is concerned with limited space for future industrial uses. He
stated that he did not understand why other avenues have not been pursued.
Cotmissioner Westgaard questioned why there was such a worry about the uses in business
parks. Chair Stevens stated that he was concerned that the reason for the request is due to
the lower lease rates in the business parks. He stated that recreational uses do not hire 35 -
40 full time employees, with possibly more than one shift, as was intended for the business
park uses. Commissioner Westgaard stated that there are industrial-type uses that employee
less people.
Commissioner Scott stated that the city has provided choices to these types of users and they
have not worked. He stated that if 75 percent of the business park property has an
underlying land use of industrial, maybe that is the problem.
NIr. Barnhart stated that if the Commission decides on whether or not to approve the
amendment, then they could convey their concerns to the City Council.
Commissioner Lemke stated that if the need for industrial increases more will come in.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER LEMKE AND SECONDED BY
COOMMISSIONER SCOTT TO RECOMMEND DENIAL OF THE
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO ALLOW PHYSICAL
RECREATIONAL/TRAINING FACILITIES AS AN INTERIM USE IN THE
BUSINESS PARK ZONING DISTRICT, CASE NO. OA 07-11. MOTION
CARRIED 6-0.
Commissioner Scott suggested the comprehensive plan could be amended to reduce the
amount of underlying land use of industrial to something less than 75 percent.
Commissioner Lemke stated that if that were done, industrial uses could never locate there.
Commissioner Austad stated that he felt the Business Park industrial land use should be
preserved and there should be consistenry in zoning.
Mr. Barnhart explained the three alternatives they could recommend to the City Council.
COMMISSIONER LEMKE MOVED TO RECOMMEND THAT PHYSICAL
RECREATION/TRAINING USES BE ALLOWED IN THE BUSIENSS PARKAS
A PERMANENT OR CONDITIONAL USE, CONSISTENT WITH THE
RECENTLY APPROVED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT. The motion failed.
Mr. Barnhart provided clarification on the previously adopted ordinance.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER LEMKE AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER WESTGAARD TO RECOMMEND ALLOWING PHYSICAL
RECREATION/TRAINING USES AS PERMANENT OR CONDITIONAL
USES, CONSISTENT WITH THE RECENTLY APPROVED ORDINANCE BY
THE CITY COUNCIL ON THESE USES. MOTION CADRRIED 4-2. Chair
Stevens and Commissioner Staul opposed.
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5.5. Request by P.S Dance for Interim Use Permit to Allow Physical Recreation/Trainin
Facilt ante Studio in Business Park Case No. CCU 07-23 -Public Hearn
NIr. Barnhart provided background information on the request.
Chair Stevens opened the public hearing.
Judy Shoen, 15108 185~h Avenue NW -Stated that she would support allowing these uses
in a percentage of business park buildings. She felt there is a significant amount of empty
space in Elk River.
There being no further public comment, Chair Stevens closed the public hearing.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER LEMKE AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER AUSTAD TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE
REQUEST BY P.S. DANCE FOR AN INTERIM USE PERMIT TO ALLOW
PHYSICAL RECREATION/TRAINING FACILITY IN BUSINESS PARK
ZONING DISTRIC, CASE NO. CU 07-23 WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
1. AS AN INTERIM/CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT IS NOT A BUILDING
PERMIT, THE APPLICANT SHALL APPLY FOR ALL REQUIRE PERMITS.
2. THE BUILDING SHALL MEET ALL APPLICABLE BUILDING CODES.
3. THE BUILDING SHALL MEET ALL APPLICABLE FIRE CODES.
4. INTERIM USE PERMIT SHALL EXPIRE ON DECEMBER 31, 2010.
5. IF AN INTERIM USE PERMIT, THE APPLICANT AND BUSINESS
OWNER SHALL PROVIDE PROOF THAT THE LEASE IS CONSISTENT
WITH THE TIMELINE ESTABLISHED BY THIS INTERIM USE PERMIT.
MOTION CARREID 5-0. Chair Stevens opposed.
5.4. Reauest by Tohn Weicht on Behalf of Holy Trinit~piscopal Church for a Conditional Use
Permtt for Addition Case No. CU 07-21 -Public Hearin
Mr. Barnhart reviewed the site plan for the proposed request. He explained changes that
were made based on the City Engineer's comments, the parking situation, and proposed
future expansion areas. He noted that the Heritage Preservation Commission felt the
addition was not consistent with the goals of preserving the historical character of the
neighborhood and presented the Commission's recommended changes.
Chair Stevens opened the public hearing.
Howard Kleven, 423 Quinn -questioned the setback from his property. Mr. Barnhart
provided clarification. He also questioned the parking.
John Weicht, representative for the applicant -provided information on the design. He
stated that the church's intent is to make the addition match the existing church as much as
possible. Mr. Barnhart stated that the windows do not have to be exactly the same as the
churches, but that they should match the shape.
There being no further public comment, Chair Stevens closed the public hearing.
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Commissioner Westgaard asked if the parking lot will be taking 31 cars off the street that
currently use the street for parking. Mr. Barnhart stated that was correct. Commissioner
Westgaard stated that he was comfortable with staffs analysis, and that they would not
necessarily want a larger parking lot, if the intent is to preserve the character of the
neighborhood.
Mr. Weicht provided photograph of the site, noting that there are large trees in front of the
existing building annex. He stated that the annex would not be a focal point, and did not feel
the changes suggested by the HPC would be visible from the street. He concurred that the
shape of windows could match the existing church.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER WESTGAARD AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER SCOTT TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE REQUEST
BY JOHN WEIGHT ON BEHALF OF HOLY TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH
FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, CASE NO. CU 07-21, WITH THE
CONDITIONS:
1. ALL COMMENTS IN THE ENGINEER'S LETTER DATED JULY 12, 2007.
2. ALL COMMENTS IN STAFF COMMENT LETTER DATED JULY 16, 2007.
3. ALL COMMENTS INCLUDED IN STAFF REPORT DATED AUGUST 14,
2007.
4. CONSIDERATION OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION
RECOMMENDATION.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0.
5.6. Request for Preliminary and Final Plat, Gemstone Elk River Second Addition, Case No P
07-09 -Public Hearine
Ms. Cartney reviewed the request for plat approval by Gemstone Elk River Second Addition.
She noted that the new lot created would be the crushing site. Staff recommends approval
of the request with the three conditions listed in the staff report, noting a change to the
acreage for park dedication in item 1a.
Chair Stevens opened the public hearing. There being no public comment, Chair Stevens
closed the public hearing.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER WESTGAARD AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER LEMKE TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE REQUEST
FOR PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL FOR GEMSTONE ELK RNER
SECOND ADDITION, CASE NO. P 07-09. MOTION CARRIED 6-0.
5.7. Request b~ty of Elk River for Ordinance Amendment Regarding Signs on Public
Property. Case No. OA 07-09 -Public Hearing_
Ms. Cartney reviewed the draft ordinance prepared by staff regarding signs on public
property.
Chair Stevens asked if we were holding ourselves to different standards than other
businesses or organizations.
Commissioner Staul stated that he could understand why the city would want to promote
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events. He felt that the proposed language was vague, since it did not clarify how much
financial support the city was contributing and the use of city propertye
Chair Stevens stated he felt the amendment should be further discussed at a workshop.
Commissioner Lemke asked if the city was exempt from temporary sign regularions. Mr.
Barnhart stated that the city was bound by its own ordinance.
Commissioner Austad stated that he felt the definitions need clarification.
Chair Stevens opened the public hearing. There being no public comment, Chair Stevens
closed the public hearing.
Chair Stevens stated that he was uncomfortable making a decision and would like time to
review it further. He stated that he felt the city needs to treat itself the same as businesses.
Commissioner Scott stated that he did not see the need for the amendment.
Commissioner Staul stated that he could understand why the city would want to promote
their own events.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER WESTGAARD AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER LEMKE TO TABLE THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE
AMENDMENT REQUEST BY THE CITY OF ELK RIVER, CASE NO. OA 07-09.
MOTION CARREID 6-0.
6. Adjournment
There being no other business, COMMISSIONER WESTGAARD MOVED TO
ADJOURN THE MEETING. The meeting of the Elk River Planning Cotntnission
adjourned at 9:58 pm.
Submitted by,
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Debbie Huebner
Recording Secretary