Marine on St. Croix public meetings in 2020
31 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will discuss the 2021 levy, reserve funds, and various business licenses. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a request to vacate a portion of Cherry Street.
- Public hearing for Cherry Street vacation request (portion westerly of Fourth Street)
- Proposal from KPCG for telecommunications ordinance assistance not to exceed $5,000
- Setting of the 2021 Levy and approval of 2020 Reserve Funds
- Liquor license approval for Brookside and cigarette license for General Store
- Proposed compost charge increase
City Council
The City Council will review the proposed budget for the year 2021. The body is scheduled to set the 2021 levy at a subsequent meeting on December 10th.
- Proposed 2021 General Fund total income of $1,218,047.70
- Proposed 2021 General Expenses total of $481,378.75
- Proposed 2021 Public Safety Expense total of $145,128.11
- Proposed 2021 Hall Expense total of $23,050.00
- Proposed 2021 Roads Expense total of $57,100.00
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is meeting to provide a progress update on the Wireless Communications Ordinance. The body will also review and approve the Zoning Code for subsequent City Council review.
- Wireless Communications Ordinance progress update
- Zoning Code update and approval for Council review
City Council
The City Council will review a proposal for a wireless communications ordinance to address 4G and 5G technology. The agenda also includes a street vacation request from Brigid and Erik Sandager and various committee reports.
- Telecommunications ordinance consultant proposal: $152 per hour with a $5,000 cap
- Street vacation request for portions of St. Croix Trail North by Brigid/Erik Sandager
- MnDOT Partnership Contract Resolution
- Village Center Revitalization Project awarded to Dresel Contracting on September 10th
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is discussing updates to the Zoning Code and the Wireless Communications Ordinance. A proposal from KPCG, LLC to provide technical expertise for these updates is under review.
- Proposal from KPCG, LLC for telecommunications ordinance assistance with a $5,000 not-to-exceed cap
- Consultant billing rate of $152 per hour
- Proposed $100 lump sum fee for a coordinates map and spreadsheet of towers near the city
- Discussion of Wireless Communications Ordinance progress and Zoning Code updates
- Review of minutes from September 29 regular meeting and October 15 workshop
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is conducting a workshop to review and update various sections of the city's zoning code. Discussions include solar glare, vegetative cutting, tree preservation, and definitions for several terms.
- Review of solar glare language in section 404.7 (1) (a)
- Review of vegetative cutting requirements in section 510.6 (1) (a) & (b)
- Proposed addition of chicken language to the zoning code
- Review of definitions for Essential Services, Poultry, Residential Care Facilities, Steep Slope, Wetland, and STR
- Review of variance procedures in Section 311
City Council
The City Council is reviewing various municipal updates including a local road improvement project and a long-term stormwater maintenance agreement. Discussions also cover city properties, public safety grants, and urban forestry recommendations.
- Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP) construction on Linden, Judd, Maple, and Parker streets
- Stormwater management facilities maintenance agreement with Carnelian-Marine-St. Croix Watershed District
- Village Hall heating proposal
- Public Safety grant approval
- Urban Forest tree planting recommendation
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will receive progress updates on the Wireless Communications Ordinance and various Zoning Code updates. The meeting includes a review of minutes from the August 25 regular meeting.
- Wireless Communications Ordinance progress update
- Zoning Code updates
- Review of August 25 regular meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council is deciding on the award for the Village Center Revitalization Project and setting the maximum tax levy for 2021. The body is also discussing long-term goals for public safety, roads, and infrastructure.
- Proposed contract award to Dressel Contracting Inc. for the Judd Street Revitalization Project in the amount of $1,213,161.05
- Proposed maximum 2021 levy set at $1,188,462.70, a 25.75% increase over 2020
- Resolution 200910-01 to approve a $750,000.00 State Transportation Fund grant for local road improvement (SAP 082-592-001)
- Discussion of Hall Rental Fee regarding Billy McLaughlin
- Variance request from Tim Casey
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a variance request from Tim Casey to expand a nonconforming garage. The body will also receive progress updates on the city's zoning code and wireless communications ordinances.
- Public hearing for variance at 1051 Nason Hill Road North to add a 437 sq ft garage addition and a 560 sq ft studio building
- Short-Term Rental Ordinance recap
- Wireless Communications Ordinance progress update
- Zoning Code progress update
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to review and discuss updates to the city's Zoning Code. The body will also determine next steps for the process.
- Review and discussion of Zoning Code updates
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a draft ordinance to regulate short-term rentals, requiring licenses and prohibiting dedicated vacation rentals. The body is also discussing infrastructure upgrades and land conservation support.
- Draft ordinance regulating short-term rentals (STR), prohibiting Type C dedicated rentals
- Approval of MnDOT Cooperative Agreement
- Discussion of sewer connection fees and P-1 Lift Station upgrade
- CARES Funding for internet and phone upgrades
- Request for verbal support for a conservation easement on the Peterson parcel
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding a variance request for a detached garage. The body will also discuss progress on the Zoning Code and Wireless Communications ordinances.
- Public hearing for variance request at 400 Tanglewood Lane for a 16' x 40' detached garage
- Variance request for Tim Casey at 1051 Nason Hill North
- Progress update on Wireless Communications Ordinance
- Progress update on Zoning Code
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing a draft ordinance to regulate and license short-term rentals within the city. The proposed rules aim to preserve residential character by requiring owners to occupy their primary residences for more days than the property is rented.
- Public hearing regarding Short-Term Rental Ordinance
- Proposed prohibition of Type C (dedicated) short-term rentals
- Requirement for a city-issued license for all short-term rentals
- Limit of three short-term rental licenses per zoning district
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is meeting to review and potentially approve a final draft of an ordinance regulating short-term rentals. The body will also review and discuss updates to the Zoning Code.
- Proposed Short-Term Rental Ordinance prohibiting dedicated vacation rentals (Type C)
- Proposed $1,000 fine for operating a short-term rental without a license
- Proposed limit of three short-term rental licenses per zoning district
- Proposed rental limits of 14 days per month and 72 days per year
- Review of Zoning Code updates
City Council
The City Council will review plans and specifications for Judd Street to approve bidding. The body will also consider a charitable gambling permit request for Brookside Bar and Grill and discuss CARES funding.
- Approval of plans and specifications for Judd Street to go out for bid
- Charitable gambling permit request for Brookside Bar and Grill
- Marine Mills Day music contract and outdoor permit approval
- Discussion of CARES funding
- Planning Commission public hearing date for Short Term Rentals (STR)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a draft short-term rental ordinance and set a public hearing date. The body will also address variance requests for accessory buildings and receive progress updates on the zoning code and a cell tower.
- Review of draft Short-Term Rental Ordinance
- Variance request for Dan Willenbring regarding an out building/garage
- Variance pre-application for Tim Casey regarding garage additions
- Progress update on Cell Tower
- Progress update on Zoning Code
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to review and discuss updates to the zoning code. The body will also determine next steps for these updates.
- Review and discussion of zoning code updates
City Council
The City Council is meeting to approve a COVID-19 workplace and public safety plan. The body is also discussing long-term goals, cemetery expansion, and updates to the Village Center Revitalization Project.
- Adoption of the COVID-19 Preparedness Plan for workplace and resident safety
- Discussion of a new addition to the cemetery
- Review of the Village Center Revitalization Project engineering report
- Funding request from the Washington County Historical Society
- Proposed task force for River Wake
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a virtual workshop to review and discuss updates to the city's zoning code. The body will also discuss setting a date for a public hearing regarding a Short Term Rental Ordinance.
- Review and discussion of zoning code updates
- Discussion of public hearing date for Short Term Rental Ordinance
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a draft ordinance to regulate short-term rentals and consider a date for a public hearing. The body will also discuss updating the city code regarding communications infrastructure and provide a zoning code progress update.
- Draft short-term rental ordinance proposing a $1,000 fine for operating without a license
- Proposed short-term rental limits of 72 days per calendar year and a maximum of 3 licenses per district
- Discussion on bringing city code in line with cell tower and communications infrastructure needs
- Zoning code progress update
City Council
The City Council is discussing requests to vacate portions of Cherry Street and Linden Street. The body is also considering a Joint Powers Agreement for the Code Red emergency notification system and reviewing long-term city goals.
- Street vacation request for Cherry Street by Erik and Brigid Sandager
- Street vacation request for Linden Street by Todd and Stephanie Coursolle
- Code Red Joint Powers Agreement with Washington County Sheriff’s Office for $54.15 annually
- Proposed cancellation of the annual Art Fair
- Washington County Weed MOA
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is meeting virtually to review the current zoning code and discuss potential updates. The session is structured as a workshop to determine next steps for the code.
- Review and discussion of Zoning Code updates
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is meeting to review a draft ordinance regulating short-term home rentals, including licensing and occupancy limits. The body will also receive updates on the zoning code, cell towers, and the Mill Stream Cottages planned unit development.
- Draft Short Term Home Rental Ordinance proposing a $1,000 fine for operating without a license
- Proposed limit of four short-term rental licenses per district
- Proposed requirement for owners to inhabit rental dwellings for at least 30 days per year
- Proposed definition change for 'Significant Tree' in the Zoning Ordinance
- Grants for historic accessory buildings presented by Wendy Ward
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is meeting virtually to discuss delaying a public hearing for the Short-Term Rental Ordinance. This consideration is based on the Covid-19 pandemic and a proposed 60-day emergency extension of the moratorium on short-term rentals.
- Proposed delay of April 28 public hearing for Short-Term Rental Ordinance
- Proposed 60-day emergency extension of the short-term rental moratorium
City Council
The City Council is meeting to extend a temporary moratorium on short-term rentals due to COVID-19 disruptions. The body will also discuss city policies, long-term goals, and receive updates on public safety and road engineering.
- Ordinance No. 154: Extends the moratorium on short-term and transient rentals until August 30, 2020
- Washington County Weed MOA
- Credit Card and Travel Policy reviews
- Delegation of Authority Resolution
- Arbor Day Proclamation for April 24, 2020
City Council
The City Council will review a Planning Commission recommendation to allow a ground-mount solar array at 625 Pine Cone Trail. The body will also discuss long-term city goals and receive reports on public safety, roads, and water systems.
- Variance request for 16-panel solar array at 625 Pine Cone Trail
- One Day Liquor License request for May 3 fundraiser
- Letter of Intent for Marine Village School
- Pony Pride Month Proclamation request
- Board of Review meeting scheduled for April 7
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a solar panel variance. The body will also review a presentation for Mill Stream Cottages PUD and discuss cell towers and zoning code updates.
- Public hearing: Variance for solar panels at 625 Pine Cone Trail
- Mill Stream Cottages PUD presentation
- Setting a public hearing date for a Short-Term Rental Ordinance
- Zoning Code progress update
- Cell Tower review and discussion
City Council
The City Council will review long- and short-term goals and consider a request from Olivia Nienaber to partner on a 4-H OWLS bird habitat project. The meeting also includes reports from various city committees and the Planning Commission.
- Request for $424 donation to fund a 4-H OWLS bird habitat planting project
- Discussion of long and short term goals including Village Hall improvements and cemetery expansion
- Kennedy CUP update from the Planning Commission
- Review of the Marine on Saint Croix Fire and Rescue Department 2019 Annual Report
- Board of Review Meeting scheduled for April 7
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a bathroom in an accessory building. Members will also discuss a PUD proposal and a 2020 work plan.
- Public hearing: CUP for bathroom in accessory building at 760 Judd
- Set public hearing: Variance for solar panels at 625 Pine Cone Trail
- PUD proposal at 980 Rosabell
- Short-Term Rental Ordinance workshop scheduled for Feb. 19
- Cell Tower briefing
City Council
The City Council will discuss the approval of plans and specifications for the Village Center project and the appointment of Andy Lapos as Deputy Chief. The body will also review a cell tower presentation and a proposed participation waiver for the Marine Folk School.
- Recommendation for approval of Andy Lapos as Deputy Chief
- Approval of plans and specs for the Village Center Project
- Review of Marine Folk School participation waiver
- Cell tower presentation
- Approval of March Primary Election Judges