Agenda - Planning Commission - 11/01/2018

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of time it has taken to update the Comprehensive Plan. He commented on the differences between a conditional, interim and special use. He discussed the process the Commission follows to review variances. He described the improvements the City has made to its permitting and review process. He then reviewed Roberts Rules of Order that were followed for Planning Commission meetings. He noted the City would be working to address how to create a sense of place for the community. He stated food trucks and solar energy were other topics the City would be addressing. He was pleased to report the City was finally fully staffed and noted the new hires at City Hall. Commissioner VanScoy questioned when the Zoning Ordinance was last updated. Community Development Director Gladhill reported this was last done 20 years ago. He explained staff would be taking on the task of updating the Zoning Ordinance in 2019. Commissioner Woestehoff asked how often Conditional Use Permits were approved. Community Development Director Gladhill stated with reasonable conditions in place, all CUP's were approved. He commented he could not recall the last time a CUP was denied. Commissioner Surma expressed concern with the high value of starter housing in Ramsey and commented on his this would impact young families trying to move into the community. Commissioner VanScoy discussed the importance of maintaining the value of 2.5 acre lots within the rural portions of the City. Community Development Director Gladhill stated he could place this item on a future worksession meeting for further discussion. Commissioner Anderson thanked staff for the overview. 3. COMMISSION / STAFF INPUT None. 4. ADJOURNMENT The work session meeting of the Planning Commission adjourned at 6:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Tim Gladhill Community Development Director Planning Commission Work Session/September 6, 2018 Page 2 of 3