Marine on St. Croix public meetings in 2021
32 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will decide on the final 2022 levy and proposed reserve funds. The body is also reviewing a conditional use permit for a bathroom installation at 871 Judd Street and discussing cell tower proposals.
- Conditional Use Permit for bathroom and coffee bar at 871 Judd Street
- Approval of Final 2022 Levy
- Approval of Proposed Reserve Funds
- Cell tower proposals discussion
- Liquor, cigarette, and STR license renewals
City Council
The City Council will review the proposed budget for the year 2022. The council is scheduled to set the 2022 levy at a subsequent meeting on December 9th.
- Review of proposed Year 2022 Budget
- Truth in Taxation discussion
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing a conditional use permit for a bathroom and coffee bar in a new garage at 871 Judd Street. The body will also discuss DNR feedback on the Zoning Code and a general Work Plan.
- Public hearing for conditional use permit for an accessory apartment at 871 Judd Street
- Discussion of DNR feedback on Zoning Code
- Review of Planning Commission Work Plan
- Proposed zoning updates regarding solar glare, lighting nuisances, and driveway standards
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing on zoning code amendments and consider a variance request for a home at 360 Robert Street. The body will also discuss CARES funding and review resident survey results.
- Public hearing regarding Zoning Code Amendments
- Variance request for a single-family home at 360 Robert Street
- Discussion of CARES Funding
- Review of Resident Survey Results
- Update on $600,000 Charter School Program Grant request for Marine Village School
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a variance request to build a new home and garage on a nonconforming lot at 360 Robert St. The body will also discuss zoning code updates and review an applicant for the commission.
- Public hearing for variance to build a home on a 22,499 square foot lot at 360 Robert St. (minimum required is 30,000 square feet)
- Setting a public hearing for a conditional use permit for a garage bathroom at 871 Judd
- Review and discussion of Zoning Code Section 507.5 regarding conditional uses in the St. Croix Urban Residential District
- Review of Planning Commission applicant Cecily Harris
City Council
The City Council is meeting to approve a new ordinance regulating the placement and design of wireless communication towers and right-of-way permits. The body is also discussing zoning code updates and public safety and road reports.
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 159 regarding Wireless Communication Towers
- Scheduling of Zoning Code Public Hearing for Nov. 10 at 7:00pm
- Approval of a one day liquor license and Village Hall Rental Waiver request
- Approval of Trails, Open Space and Natural Resources Committee applicants
- Approval of road project change order and contractor payment
City Council
The City Council and Planning Commission held a workshop to discuss the disconnect between the Zoning Code and the Comprehensive Plan. Members debated the purpose and effectiveness of citizen committees and the process for appointing new Commission members.
- Discussion on updating the Short Term Rental and Wireless Communications ordinances
- Review of the 2009 Citizen Committee resolution
- Debate over whether the Planning Commission or City Council should vet applicants for Commission seats
- Proposal to hold annual workshops between the Council and Commission to align priorities
Planning Commission
The City Council and Planning Commission are meeting for a workshop to discuss planning frameworks and operational roles. The session focuses on the Metropolitan Land Planning Act, the Comprehensive Plan, and the establishment of work plans.
- Discussion of Metropolitan Land Planning Act (Stat 473)
- Review of Comprehensive Plan and implementation
- Establishment of Planning Commission and City Council work plans
- Process and qualifications for seating new Planning Commission members
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss several land-use requests, including a variance to build a home on a non-conforming lot. The body will also address committee liaison appointments and historic preservation planning.
- Variance request for 360 Robert St. to build a home and garage on a 22,499 square foot lot (30,000 sq ft required)
- Preapplication for variance to build accessory building without primary structure at 750 Judd
- Preapplication for conditional use permit for a garage bathroom at 871 Judd
- Discussion of $2,500 allocated for Historic Preservation
- Public hearing setting for 360 Robert St.
City Council
The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint workshop to review and prioritize updates to the zoning code. Discussions focused on lot size requirements, solar language, and consistency with the Comprehensive Plan. No final priorities were set due to absent members, though several specific code definitions and requirements were debated.
- Proposed review of minimum lot size requirements (currently 30,000 sq ft)
- Discussion on updating solar language and vegetative cutting permits
- Proposed updates to the zoning map to correct errors
- Review of trash enclosure requirements for residential and commercial districts
- Proposed wireless communications ordinance ready for City approval
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission and City Council will hold a workshop to review a list of 22 identified items for zoning code updates. These items include gaps in the current code and suggestions for better alignment with the community's Comprehensive Plan.
- Proposed driveway standards requiring a maximum grade of 2 percent within 50 feet of intersecting roads
- Review of solar glare language and ground-mounted array accessory use
- Proposed lighting nuisance modifications including parking lot direction and LED/neon restrictions
- Review of tree preservation permits for slopes over 12% and areas near blufflines
- Proposed updates to exterior color guidelines for the Village Center and Limited Industry districts
City Council
The City Council will determine the maximum 2022 levy and set the Truth in Taxation meeting date. The body will also review a wireless communications ordinance and consider several license requests.
- Set Maximum 2022 Levy
- Wireless Communications Ordinance/RFP
- Short-Term Rental License Request from Christine Maefsky
- Liquor License Request from Anna Hagstrom
- EV Charger Proposal from Green Step Cities
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a variance inquiry for the property at 360 Robert St. The commission will review site plans, wetland reports, and septic system evaluations for the location.
- Variance inquiry for 360 Robert St. involving owner Barros and buyers Strandemo & Corby
- Review of Wetland Delineation Report from Jacobson Environmental
- Review of Septic System Site Evaluation by Brian Humpal
- Review of Notice of Decision from Washington Conservation District
- Approval of July 27 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will meet to review the proposed budget for 2022. The meeting includes a period for questions and comments regarding the budget proposal.
- Review of 2022 Proposed Budget
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a proposed ordinance to repeal and replace Section 408 of the Code of Ordinances to regulate telecommunications tower facilities. The body will also receive updates on the Marine Village School charter application and various committee reports.
- Proposed Wireless Communication Tower Ordinance regarding siting, design, and setbacks
- Marine Village School update regarding Minnesota Department of Education charter school status
- Washington County Historical Society funding request
- Contractor pay request approval for Roads
- Memorial request from Dwight Gibson
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss final changes to proposed 4G and 5G wireless communication ordinances. The body intends to recommend drafts of these ordinances to the city council.
- Final changes to proposed 4G & 5G wireless communication ordinances
- Recommendation of ordinance drafts to council
City Council
Leslie MacKenzie will present a review of priority projects related to the GreenStep Cities program. The presentation covers energy efficiency for public buildings, electric vehicle charging, dark sky lighting, and water safety.
- Review of B3 Building Benchmarking for tracking energy and water usage
- Discussion of RETAP energy assessments for city buildings
- Proposal for an electric vehicle (EV) charging station installation
- Dark Sky lighting ordinance review and educational campaign
- Clean, safe water and septic system education
City Council
The City Council is discussing wastewater system capacity, including potential new connections and the status of city-owned individual sewage treatment systems. The body is reviewing infrastructure upgrades and the management of the wastewater reserve fund.
- Proposed P1 main lift station upgrades costing approximately $424,000
- Increase of new connection fee from $7,500 to $9,400
- Review of 10 city-owned individual sewage treatment systems (ISTS) that are too costly to connect
- Proposal to transfer ownership of city-owned systems to residents upon drainfield replacement
- Plan to perform sump pump inspections for inflow and infiltration (I&I) in 2021
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is meeting to hold public hearings and consider recommendations for two ordinances regarding wireless communication. These include regulations for 4G towers and right-of-way/small cell 5G installations.
- Public hearing on Wireless Communication Ordinance (4G - Towers)
- Public hearing on Right of Way and Small Cell Ordinance (5G)
- Proposed repeal and replacement of Section 408 of the Zoning Ordinance
- Proposed requirement for towers to be setback from property lines by an amount equal to the structure's height
- Proposed requirement for towers to be designed to accommodate at least one other array of antennas for co-location
City Council
The City Council held a public hearing and approved the reissuance and amendment of $900,000 Lease-Revenue Bonds for the Marine Community School. This action reduces interest rates on the bonds and allows the project to be subleased to eligible 501(c)(3) non-profits.
- Approval of $900,000 Lease-Revenue Bonds (Marine Community School), Series 2019 reissuance
- Amendment to reduce interest rates on bonds R-3 through R-30
- Approval of Contractor Pay Request #5 for roads
- Park Rental Waiver Request for Paddle Craft Show
- Discussion of Wireless Communications Public Hearing scheduled for June 29
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is meeting to conduct a final review of 4G and 5G wireless communications ordinances. The proposed Wireless Communication Tower Ordinance establishes regulations for the siting, design, and permitting of telecommunications facilities.
- Final review of 4G & 5G wireless communications ordinances
- Proposed requirement for conditional use permits for all towers
- Proposed tower setback requirement equal to the height of the structure
- Proposed 6-foot security fence and screening requirements for tower bases
- Proposed co-location requirements for antennas on towers
City Council
The City Council will review a school update regarding a charter school application timeline and a wine license request. The meeting also includes a report on the 2020 Fire and Rescue annual operations.
- Charter School application status update from Win Miller
- Wine License Request from David Heieren
- 2020 Annual Report for Public Safety/Fire and Rescue
- Public Hearing regarding School Bond Re-issuance
- $10,000 state grant awarded for fire gear laundry equipment
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is meeting to review proposed wireless communications ordinances. The body will also set a date for a public hearing regarding these regulations.
- Review of Wireless Communications Ordinances
- Setting a public hearing date for wireless ordinances
- Proposed tower setback requirements equal to the height of the structure
- Proposed requirement for towers to accommodate at least one other array of antennas for co-location
- Proposed 12-month deadline for removal of abandoned or unused towers
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss a lot line adjustment on Rosabell Street and a conditional use permit for a bathroom in an accessory building. The body will also receive a proposal regarding wetland and tree preservation.
- Lot line adjustment request for Mary Petersen on Rosabell Street
- Conditional Use Permit for a bathroom in an accessory building at 983 Rosabell
- Wetland and Tree Preservation Proposal from John Goodfellow
- Discussion on adding Marine Elementary School to long/short term goals
- Update on Covid Fiscal Recovery Fund
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing a Conditional Use Permit request to install a 36-square-foot bathroom in an existing accessory building. The commission is recommending that the City Council approve the request provided the building is not rented separately and does not contain kitchen facilities.
- Public hearing for Eric and Chrissi Larsen regarding a Conditional Use Permit for a bathroom at 983 Rosabelle St.
Planning Commission
The City Council and Planning Commission are holding a workshop to discuss draft ordinances for 4G and 5G wireless infrastructure. The session includes a presentation by Carly Kehoe of KPCG Group regarding the regulation of telecommunications tower facilities.
- Review of draft Wireless Communication/Tower Ordinance
- Proposed requirement for conditional use permits for all towers
- Proposed tower setback requirement equal to the height of the structure
- Proposed co-location requirements for wireless providers
- Proposed 12-month deadline for removal of abandoned or unused towers
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss public safety agreements, road engineering updates, and cemetery fee adjustments. The body is also reviewing a partnership with MnDOT for roadside landscaping along Highway 95.
- Proposed Oakland Cemetery price increases: $800 for resident grave purchase, $1,000 for weekday full plot burial
- Proposed MnDOT Community Roadside Landscaping Partnership Program agreement for Highway 95 from Judd Street to Parker Street
- Renewal of Mutual Aid Agreement with fire departments in Washington County, MN and St. Croix County, WI
- Request for a Dark Sky Event by the Green Step Cities committee
- Notification of Canadian Pacific Rail Line Discontinuation Filing
Economic Development Authority
The City Council will review a proposal to increase cemetery prices and an update to the Economic Development Authority's scope of definition and authority. The body will also consider a Mutual Aid Agreement renewal and a MnDOT Landscape Program Agreement.
- Cemetery price increase proposal
- EDA scope of definition and authority update
- Mutual Aid Agreement renewal
- MnDOT Landscape Program Agreement
- Canadian Pacific Rail Line discontinuation filing notification
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a residential project and discuss the city's wireless communications ordinance. The body also intends to schedule a workshop with the City Council.
- Conditional Use Permit request for living space above a garage at 983 Rosabelle St.
- Discussion of the Wireless Communications Ordinance
- Planning of a City Council workshop for March 15-18
- High-level discussion of the RFP process
City Council
The City Council will discuss various committee reports, including cemetery price increases and 2021 events. The body is considering a payment to Dresel Contracting for the Village Center Revitalization Project and the adoption of a land acknowledgement.
- Payment of $17,079.96 to Dresel Contracting, Inc. for Village Center Revitalization Project
- Acceptance and allocation of an $8,365 check from Millstream Association
- Discussion of cemetery price increases
- Appointment of EDA Board members: Kevin Nyenhuis, Lon Pardun, Gwen Roden, Charlie Anderson, and Wendy Ward
- Proposed adoption of Land Acknowledgement for Traditional Indigenous Territory
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review mapping and discuss the work schedule for a new Wireless Communications Ordinance. The body will also address member terms, recruitment procedures, and the process for responding to resident inquiries.
- Wireless Communications Ordinance progress update and mapping review
- Discussion of PC Member Terms and recruitment process
- Response Process for Resident Inquiries
- Approval of November 24 minutes
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a request to film a music video involving a simulated police chase. The body is also discussing a trademark consulting agreement and a budget request from the Washington County Historical Society.
- Music video permit request for a production at 120 Judd St on January 30, 2021
- Trademark consulting agreement with Weaver Legal and Consulting LLC at a rate of $300 per hour
- Washington County Historical Society request for $15,000 for a new museum building
- Village Center Revitalization Project update with Stage 2 construction starting Spring 2021
- Designation of Security State Bank of Marine as the official depository