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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-09-24 Council MinutesCITY OF CORCORAN City Council Meeting Minutes September 24, 2020 - 7:00 pm The Corcoran City Council met on September 24, 2020, in Corcoran, Minnesota. Pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 13D.021 and due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City Council meeting was held remotely through electronic means using the audio and video conferencing platform Zoom. Present Mayor Thomas at City Hall and present via telephonic or other electronic means were Councilor Anderson, Councilor Bottema, Councilor Lother, and Councilor Schultz. Also present were City Administrator Martens and Administrative Services Director Beise. Public Works Director Mattson and Director of Public Safety Gottschalk were present via telephonic or other electronic means. 1. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Thomas invited all in attendance to rise and join in the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. Call to Order / Roll Call Mayor Thomas called the meeting to order at 7:02 pm. 3. Agenda Approval City Administrator Martens reviewed Open Forum decorum expectations at tonight's meeting and addressed public comment would be allotted to five minutes of time for each participant and public comment meeting. MOTION: made by Bottema, seconded by Lother to approve the agenda as presented. Voting Aye by Roll Call Vote: Thomas, Anderson, Bottema, Lother, and Schultz opportunities available for specific agenda items throughout the remainder of the Council (Motion carried 5:0) Commission Representatives Mayor Thomas noted Planning Commissioner Vehrenkamp, Planning Commissio Parks and Trails Commissioner Meister were present throuah telephonic or other 5. Open Forum (Public Comment Opportunity) Mayor Thomas invited residents to communicate telephonically during the Open Forum discussion for items not on the agenda. Administrative Services Director Beise explained the instructions to participate in the meeting via the Zoom video format and reviewed instructions for participation in the meeting through telephone or computer. Ryan Konrath, 6421 Bluestem Circle, asked for separation of comments from Eagle Brook Church and Nelson trucking during the public comment section. Jeremy Nichols, 6334 Steeple Chase Lane, spoke in opposition of Eagle Brook Church conditional use permit application and opined much information was not included in the Planning Commission meeting and expressed dissatisfaction on missing information from information submitted by residents. Council reminded participants to please keep comments related to scheduled agenda items, within the pertinent public comment opportunity sections of the meeting. Dee Sicora, 6410 Elm Street, and noted preliminary discussions between Corcoran and Medina on the Hackamore Road improvement costs relating to developers and residents in Corcoran and Medina. Matthew Therrien, 7595 Zanzibar Lane North, Maple Grove, supported Eagle Brook Church and the benefits it offers to residents in Corcoran and Medina. Council reminded participants Open Forum is for reserved for comments on items not relating to current agenda items. Council consensus was during the public comment section of Planning Business, public comment would be received first for Eagle Brook Church CUP, and then for Nelson International CUP respectively. n Chair Jacobs and electronic means. 6. Presentations/Recognitions a. Employee Recognition — Michelle Friedrich , 5 Years Council and staff thanked Deputy Clerk Friedrich for her service, reviewed Ms. Friedrich's perience and current duties, and congratulated Michelle on five years of servi exce. 7. Consent Agenda a. Draft Minutes of September 10, 2020 Council Meeting b. Financial Claims c. Conditional Use Permit at 9226 Cain Road d. Request for Metal Roofs — Park Place Storage e. Request for Topography Exemption and Wetland Exemption 10110 County Road 116 f. Request for Topography Exemption and Wetland Exemption 8200 County Road 116 g. Stieg Road Realignment —Pay Request 5 and Final h. Community Service Officer Job Description MOTION: made by Schultz, seconded by Bottema to approve fihe consent agenda as presented. Voting Aye by Roll Call Vote: Thomas, Bottema, Anderson, Lother, and Schultz (Motion carried 5:0) Planning Business (Public Comment Opportunity) Mayor Thomas invited residents to comment during the public comment opportunity with c nts 1"PC'.PIVP_d in order of agenda item and prior to Council discussion. Administrative Services Director N]I11lIl� Beise explained the process for residents to participate in the meeting. Ginger Anzalone, 340 Bergamot Drive in Medina, addressed the Council and opined the importance and significance of an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) for the proposed Eagle Brook Church and noted environmental impacts to surrounding properties without the EAW. Ms. Anzalone referenced her thoughts on the Hackamore Road improvements project and without the supporting EAW could create impacts to the wetland conservation area located to the south of Hackamore Road. Ms. Anzalone opined negligence by the City if an EAW is not completed. a. Petition for EAW City Planner Lindahl reviewed the notification by the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board (EQB) and discussed the options for Council regarding the petition for an EAW. City Planner Lindahl noted the petition to request an EAW prohibits the City from taking any official action on the Eagle Brook Church project until after the EAW question is resolved and can be resolved within the same meeting. City Planner Lindahl noted an EAW is discretionary and not mandatory for the project, with Council options to deny the petition or order that the EAW be prepared. City Planner Lindahl noted the four concerns addressed in the petition for an EAW on the proposed Eagle Brook Church project and noted each of the concerns were reviewed as part of the feasibility study and development review process. City Planner Lindahl outlined the purpose of an EAW is to provide usable information concerning primary environmental effects of a proposed project and identifies measures to protect the environment that can later be imposed as conditions of approval in future development applications. City Planner Lindahl noted additionally an EAW is not a means to approve or deny a project but is an additional source of information to guide Council decisions. City Planner Lindahl discussed each of the petition concerns and answered how the concerns would be addressed within the project development process through code requirements. Council and City Planner Lindahl discussed what is typically included in EAW and what is not part of typical development review is the wildlife component which is reviewed by the DNR for protected wildlife identification such as the )landings turtle. Council asked for the full definition of environment as a portion was omitted by the presenter, and noted the natural resources historical, geographical significance component excluded from the original definition. Council reviewed the watershed items such as runoff and impact to surrounding land, and how the watershed commission thoroughly reviews all environmental aspects such as runoff and how many trees are on the property. MOTION: made by Schultz, seconded by Bottema to adopt Resolution 2020-74 Denying A Petition Requesting Preparation of an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) for Eagle Brook Church for Property at the Northwest Quadrant of Hackamore Road and CR 101 (PI D 36-119-23-44-0008, 2 Robert Dovenberg, 335 Bergamot Drive, Medina, opposed the location of Eagle Brook Churc 9-23-44-0010,36-119-23-44-0009, 36 -119-23-44-0013, 36-119-23-44-0014) (City File No. 20- Voting Aye by Roll Call Vote: Thomas, Anderso (Motion carried 5:0) b. Site Plan, Conditional Use Permit and Prelimin 23-44-0008, 36-119-23-44-0010, 36-11 (City File 20-023) n, Boccema, Locher, and Schultz ary Plat for Eagle Brook Church (PID 36-119- 923 -44-0009, 36 -119-23-44-0013, 36-119-23-44-0014) Mayor Thomas invited residents to comment during the public comment opportunity limiting public comment to a total of one hour regarding Eagle Brook Church, and if Council so sees the need to it will be determined at t allow additional ti me for public comment on Eagle Brook Church he end of said period. Administrative Services Director Beise explained the process for residents to participate in the meeting. Jeremy Nichols, 6334 Steeple Chase Lane, spoke in opposition of the CUP for Eagle Brook Church, the permitted zoning use for the area, and how the applicant has not met al l the requirements. h buff would like to find another suitable location for Eagle Brook Church in Corcoran. Mr. Dovenberg requested Council vote no regarding the Eagle Brook Church CUP. Tom McKee, 6633 Bridle Path, spoke in opposition of t negative points in respect to the Eagle Brook Church CUP and specifications and City Code, and the n the impacts to the Ravinia neighborhood. Mr. McKee opined on the construction noise, safety issues he CUP, and reviewed the ordinance and safety requirements. Brad Olson, 16975 60t" Avenue North, Plymouth, a long-standing member of the Eagle Brook Church spoke in favor of the proposed Eagle Brook Church site. Mr. Olson noted the Church's core belief and strategy is to help the general population, and Eagle Brook Church would be a good neighbor, and Eagle Brook Church would be a positive contributor to the community. Mr. Olson requested Council to vote yes for the EBC CUP. Adam Checketts, 6310 Steeple Chase Lane, spoke in opposition of the CUP application, and reviewed an email from City Attorney Thames. Mr. Checketts noted there are seven criteria in a CUP that must be met by an applicant and opined only four of the seven criteria have been met by Eagle Brook Church. Mr. Checketts outlined the missing components. Kim Holmberg, 3500 Vicksburg Lane North, Plymouth, spoke in support of the proposed Eagle Brook Church location, and noted each community Eagle Brook Church is located in, is a highly sought after location; Eagle Brook Church are stewards of the land, with many members of the Eagle Brook Church from Corcoran. Ms. Holmberg noted Eagle Brook Church participates in food drives, winter coat drives, and that 60 percent of proposed property is slated as green space. Ms. Holmberg stated Eagle Brook Church looks forward to becoming a part of Corcoran. Ms. Holmberg requested Council to vote yes and approve the Eagle Brook Church CUP. Kevin Schoen, 3015 Becker Road, Independence, spoke in favor of the Eagle Brook Church CUP, and opined the difficulty and difference of opinion of the location of EBC, however, EBC unites people with each campus it builds. Mr. Schoen asked Council to look ahead, and imagine what Eagle Brook Church will look like in 30 to 35 years as a resource for the community. Mr. Schoen requested Council vote yes. Katherine Drivas, 6747 Olde Sturbridge Road, spoke in favor of Eagle Brook Church, is currently not a member, but recognizes how EBC brings communities together. Ms. Drivas recognizes the construction is not a comfortable experience, and she understands the difficulty as she has lived next to the Ravinia neighborhood during the neighborhood's construction. Ms. Drivas commented on the heavy use of traffic on Hackamore and County Road 101 and noted the multiple different exits in the Ravinia neighborhood. Brad Sewich, 19410 Lupine Lane, spoke in opposition of the Eagle Brook Church CUP, and opined on the failed compliance with City Code and ordinance for the CUP request. Mr. Sewich noted traffic level studies on County Road 101, Hackamore and County Road 116, road improvement costs, and impacts to the city tax base over the next three to five years. Mr. Sewich noted the conservation 3 easement in Medina on the east side of Hackamore and that the road cannot be widened without Medina's approval. Chris Stamp, 18309 64th Avenue North, Maple Grove, spoke in support of Eagle Brook Church CUP, the leadership staff at Eagle Brook Church, and the communication with the Ravinia neighborhood, and Eagle Brook Church listened to the residents in the Ravinia neighborhood and addressed the concerns by modifying the plan. Ms. Stamp referenced the church as a good steward of the land and hopes the Council approves the CUP. Manoj Thomas, 6552 Carriage Way, spoke in opposition of the Eagle Brook Church CUP, asked Council to hear all residents regarding the Eagle Brook Church proposed project. Mr. Thomas opined on the traffic study and did not factor in the Dayton Parkway Interchange, there is no data to support the safety of the intersection included in the traffic study, and current traffic study is for the developments already approved. Brandon Heebink, 12052 99th Avenue North, Maple Grove, spoke in support of Eagle Brook Church and why Eagle Brook Church is an asset to the community. Mr. Heebink noted Eagle Brook Church works as a charitable partner and opined on how Eagle Brook Church builds and connects people in the community. Ryan Konrath, 6421 Bluestem Circle, asked for Council to reflect on comments by residents in the community. Mr. Konrath is in opposition of the CUP, and reflected on the negative impact to property values in the Ravinia neighborhood, the impacts of commercial property such as visual impacts with the parking lot, noise, and presence of a church with more than 500 attendees negatively impacts surrounding property values. Mr. Konrath noted Eagle Brook Church has not met the criteria of the CUP application. Sarah Nichols, 6334 Steeple Chase Lane, spoke in opposition of the Eagle Brook Church CUP, and opined on the lack of screening the Eagle Brook Church has planned in proximity to the property she and her husband recently purchased in the Ravinia neighborhood. Ms. Nichols noted 40 percent of her property would not be useable due to a privacy screen suggested by Eagle Brook Church on the portion of her property that would face a large parking lot. Ms. Nichols noted a potential decrease in property value expected on her property because of the location of the church and parking lot. Ms. Nichols presented a Power Point slide diagram showing the Eagle Brook Church Woodbury location, and where her home would be in proximity to the church. Ms. Nichols requested Council refuse the Eagle Brook Church CUP. Nancy Galgano, 19486 Meadow Rue Court, noted her opposition of the proposed Eagle Brook Church and requested Council consider Corcoran resident's opinions regarding the Eagle Brook Church project. Ms. Galgano opined the facility location is not appropriate for the surrounding properties, and cited the facility is too large for the location with an anticipated 2000 or more attendees and opined on the public safety issues regarding traffic. City Planner Lindahl reviewed the Eagle Brook Church conditional use permit (CUP) application parameters. City Planner Lindahl noted the RSF-2 zoning allows single family homes, residential facilities, places of worship and assembly, greenhouses and nurseries, etc. City Planner Lindahl reviewed the past City meetings, the applicant's actions through resident meetings, public comments, and the revised plans by applicant to address the concerns of the residents and the Planning Commission. City Planner Lindahl reviewed each of the revised items within the site, grading, landscape, lighting and building plans submitted by the applicant based on resident meetings and public comments. City Planner Lindahl noted the current Council packet is focused on action items and analysis required for the current meeting. City Planner Lindahl explained staff role is to review applications for compliance in relation to duly adopted City ordinances. City Planner Lindahl noted the proposed use is allowed as a CUP, and the City must consider whether the CUP standards are met or determine if conditions can be applied, if conditions cannot be mitigated, deny and provide findings of fact. City Planner Lindahl touched on the traffic study and pointed out the study accounted for COVID, existing traffic, and planned development traffic based on the adopted comprehensive plan and is consistent with the traffic study completed by WSB for the joint project with Corcoran and Medina. City Planner Lindahl noted traffic studies were also completed on Ravinia and Tavera and noted improvements to Hackamore and other areas were warranted. City Planner Lindahl noted the traffic study responded to the Planning Commission's meeting comments, indicates the traffic functions at key intersections operate at acceptable levels of services, requires Eagle Brook Church to make improvements on County Road 101 and Hackamore Road, and with Council conditions.. City Planner Lindahl noted funds were reserved from the Ravinia project to utilize for Hackamore Road as other projects were developed along Hackamore Road. City Planner Lindahl reviewed the noise concerns and reiterated there are no outdoor services or activities planned the applicant must comply with MPCA standards, and Council could attach conditions to mitigate noise concerns. City Planner Lindahl noted the lighting plan compliant with the ordinance standards, however due to resident concerns, Eagle Brook Church revised the lighting plans to reduce freestanding lights from 30 to 20 feet in height and added additional landscaping to screen vehicle headlights. City Planner Lindahl noted all setback requirements were met, however building color was concern of the Planning Commission. City Planner Lindahl outlined the actions taken by Tagle Brook Church in increasing setbacks on the north and west side of the building site. Council and staff discussed and clarified the options for approving and denying the resolutions. Council inquired about the status of right of way through Lupine, and the appearance of the proposed right of way road. City Planner Lindahl indicated if the project is approved and right of way is dedicated, the City would require water main to be installed with road grading, and utilities installed as well, but the road would not be paved and would resemble a raised grass trail, until such time Outlot A is developed or the City desires a road connection. Jason Strand, Eagle Brook Church, thanked the community and staff for their time. Mr. Strand outlined the reason for selecting the location in Corcoran for Eagle Brook Church's campus and read shared quotes from other Ravinia residents that support the Eagle Brook Church project; mentioned the 60 percent green space the church has planned. Mr. Strand reviewed how many staff will be working at the facility, the church's focus to help families, strengthen the community, the economic benefit to Corcoran businesses. Mr. Strand shared a study of value of homes, in which the study in Woodbury showed the value of the homes have increased because of Eagle Brook Church. Mr. Strand noted the plans have significantly changed in consideration of the concerns and comments from residents. Mr. Strand outlined the four concerns in detail and asked the Council to vote yes for the approval of Eagle Brook Church. Council discussed the traffic mitigation and that the Eagle Brook Church will affect the character of the neighborhood. Council discussed the many weeks of conversations with Eagle Brook Church and with residents and discussed again the impact of traffic to surrounding residents and the traffic mitigation solution does not successfully comply with the requirements of the CUP. Council thanked residents for the public comments and encouraged residents to continue to remain informed in future developments. Council discussed the geographic location and Eagle Brook Church would be happier in another location in Corcoran. Council discussed the requirements of the project. Council debated the merits of the project and outlined their concerns or support of the project under the current ordinance standards. MOTION: made by Bottema, seconded by Schultz to adopt Resolution 2020-63 Denying a Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for Eagle Brook Church for Property at the Northwest Quadrant of Hackamore Road and County Road 101 (PID 36-119-23440-0008, 36A 19-23-44-0010, 36A 19-23- 44-0009) 36-119-23-44-00137 36A 19-23-44-0014) (City File 20-023) . Voting Aye by Roll Call Vote: Thomas, Bottema, Lother, and Schultz Nay: Anderson (Motion carried 4:1) Council thanked all parties involved with the project, both pro and con, and noted public comment has been respectful towards City Council. MOTION: made by Bottema, seconded by Schultz to adopt Resolution 2020-64 Approving the Preliminary Plat for Eagle Brook Church on Property at the Northwest Quadrant of Hackamore Road and County Road 101 (PID 36A 19-23-440-0008, 36A 19-23-44-00107 36A 19-2344-00097 36A 19- 2344-00137 36-119-23-44-0014) (City File 20-023). Voting Aye by Roll Call Vote: Thomas, Anderson Bottema, Lother, and Schultz (Motion carried 5:0) 5 c. Nelson International Conditional Use Permit, Site Plan, and Variance for the property at 10409 County Road 101 (City File 20-022) Mayor Thomas invited residents to communicate telephonically during the Public Comment Opportunity. Administrative Services Director Beise explained the instructions to participate in the meeting via the Zoom video format and reviewed instructions for participation in the meeting through telephone or computer. Tanya Koopman, 20825 Sunny Hill Lane, spoke in opposition of the CUP and is concerned about the hours of operation through 12:OOam, the traffic at the intersection of County Road 30 is not addressed with a 2-lane highway, and the amount of semi -trucks that will access the intersection. As. Koopman opined the location is not in the best interest of the surrounding residents. Craig Warren, 10139 Elm Lane, spoke in opposition of the CUP and noted he was not aware of the proposed project when he moved fio Corcoran in March 2020. Mr. Warren opined on the industrial and light industrial operations and residents will impacted with operatic -- 1 would be injurious to the surrounding resident's quality of li e health, safety and comfort of 2:00 am. Mr. Warren opined the CUP fe due to the noise of repair tools. Mr. Warren also opined inconsistent findings with the report referencing the Willmar location. Jim Hoe, 10410 Brockton Lane North, spoke in opposition of the CUP at the current location, but is not opposed to new business in Corcoran. Mr. Hoe is concerned about the hours of operation until 12:00 am, the noise with power tools, engine brake noise, the additional traffic impacts, and lights from the trucks at night. Joel Kadlec, 10510 Robert Lane, noted his opposition to the CUP and agrees with previous comments in that the location is not suitable, and that he does not support business in this location. Or. Kadlec does not support business in this location. Mr. Kadlec commented on- the Nelson International location in Willmar is a 4-lane highway so surrounding residents are less impacted by the noise. Mr. Kadlec respectfully asked Council to oppose the CUP. Lori Batts, 9965 Elm Lane, spoke in opposition to the CUP and agrees with previous comments on semi -truck traffic on County Road 30, and opined the Willmar traffic noise is loud from the 4-lane highway, and surrounding residential housing are rental units, and less likely to be impacted by the noise. Ms. Batts opposes the truck facility and is not convinced the muffler noise will be reduced, is concerned with the diesel smell, and does not agree with the location of the project. Tom McKee, 6632 Bridle Path, noted opposition to the CUP and asked Council to consider the residents in the Bellwether development and other surrounding properties. Mr. McKee agrees with and supports previous public comments. Maureen Major , 19154 99th Place, spoke in opposition to the CUP and is concerned about semi - trucks backing up traffic at County Road 101. Ms. Mayer is asking Council to deny requested and to reflect on CUP comments made by Council regarding the Eagle Brook Church CUP. Mike Cichanski, 19265 99th Place, spoke in opposition to the CUP and is concerned with noise from the semi -trucks when truck is on top gear and slowing down from County Road 30 heading north from Mama G's, and the noise from pneumatic tools. Mr. Cichanski is also concerned with KOA and a diesel business co -existing peacefully. Mr. Cichanski also noted the diesel fumes are also a co n ce rn . Jonathan Coots, 19398 Lupine Lane, opined on larger equipment tools, and resulting decibels of noise during the day. Mr. Coots requested info from applicant on a study. City Planner Lindahl presented the Nelson International CUP including the meetings noted property is located on County Road 101 and north of Stieg was platted as industrial property as part of the Bellwether 2nd Addition. City Planner Lindahl noted the Planning Commission had concerns and applicant addressed changes and revised the plan and presented to Planning Commission on September 3. City Planner Lindahl noted upon Planning Commission review, with the conditions attached, and the landscaping and fencing provided, the applicant had met the ordinance requirements. Council asked for clarification if the industrial area was larger at one point, and if Bellwether had asked for rezoning from industrial to residential. City Planner Lindahl explained when Stieg Road was moved, that 6 the proximity of nearby homes; th n hours of 7:00 am shifted the line between industrial and commercial zoning. City Planner Lindahl noted the industrial area has remained the same for 20 years, except for the area between fine commercial and industrial when Stieg Road shifted. City Planner Lindahl reviewed the proposed building with exterior vehicle sales and reviewed variances. As part of the addition there are commercial and as part of Bellwether and fine disclosures for Bellwether HOA were required to identify the future use adjacent to the homes. Council and staff discussed the 2020 and 2030 Comprehens ive Fufiure Land Use Plan maps. City Planner Lindahl noted the significant wetland property separating the business from the Bellwether development. City Planner Lindahl reviewed the future access points for the property to the north on County Road 101, with the relocation of the business driveway when the public street is completed and the industrial property to the north is developed, moving to the west eviewed building location, end of the parking lot away from County Road 101. City Planner Lindahl r parking lot, building size, landscape plan s include landscaped screening and noise m Planner Lindahl noted aten-foot wall was added to the landscap between the site and the Bellwether development. City Planner Lindahl noted the results and improvements necessary in the transportation industrial lots platted itigation. Cifiy ing for visual and noise screening feasibility study along County Road 101 and included a right of way easement, private drive encroachment agreement, applicant shared responsibility for future improvement funds to public street improvement funds and required turn lanes with this project. City Planner Lindahl reviewed the municipal sewer options which include an agreement with Maple Grove for service, construction of a temporary private well with connection to water when a Corcoran system is available. Council and staff discussed the later hours of operation of the business and if that is critical to their business, the hours for repair operations and sales operations. City Planner Lindahl noted the current code does not limit hours of operation. Ryan Nelson, Nelson International, the applicant responded to the question of the later service hours, and indicated it is normal in their industry to have two shifts, as many of the trucks are in operation during the day. Mr. Nelson indicated discussion with KOA regarding closing times and possibly running the air condition to further mitigate noise occurring from service repairs and would amiable to running the air conditioning year-round if necessary. Council indicated a desire to do what is necessary for resident comfort regarding the noise. Council commented and debated on the noise with jake-brakes and how to mitigate. Council discussed altering an ordinance regarding vehicle noise. Council inquired about the service bays and if vehicles are pulled into the building or backed out to limit headlight glare at KOA. Council asked about maintenance regeneration modes such as a high idle speed for a prolonged period. Mr. Nelson answered this type of maintenance does occur occasionally, and usually is about a 15-minute cycle. Mr. Nelson indicated newer trucks do not omit the smell or noise emissions of the older trucks. Mr. Nelson added trailers are not usually utilized for the repairs or maintenance and only the power unit would be at the facility, and usually jake-brakes are not utilized. Council asked for a definition of what a significant reduction in decibels would be. Mr. Nelson explained for context, decibel levels were measured by the KOA and the decibel level with no vehicles was at 65, 90 when a truck went by, and 85 when a car drove by, with the average approximately 75 decibels. Mr. Nelson noted a reduction of 5 decibels in noise would be considered significant. Mr. Nelson noted the air tools and muffler chart supplied to Council which outlined the reduction of 20-30 decibels of output noise of tools and must adhere to OSHA standards for mechanics inside the building. Council inquired about the illuminated business sign and if it would be on all night. Mr. Nelson responded the sign could be set to only be on when the business was open. Council indicated turning off the illumination lighting would reflect a consideration to KOA across the street. Mr. Nelson reflected on the sign comments and noted most of the truck traffic would come from the north from the interstate and not from the direction of Mama G's. Council and staff discussed options for limiting access from the south, and the possibility of including something on the business website regarding directions. City Planner Lindahl noted City sign ordinance requires signs to be dimmed at night, and not turned off. Council inquired about the 100 plus year old oak trees on the western edge of the property and inquired if it is possible to have a condition that the oak trees could be left where they stand or included as a partial screening to the west. Council briefly discussed implementing a tree preservation ordinance. City Planner Lindahl indicated the CUP 7 Unfinished Business application does not show any of the trees being removed as they are located within the wetland area. Council discussed the zoning of the property and the length of time the property has been zoned industrial, and if the business will be injurious to the properties in the immediate vicinity. Council reviewed the hours of operation and noise and how to mitigate the noise, and the sign illumination and dimmed at night and then turned off at a specific time. Council discussed two additional conditions in the business operation and included having illuminated sign be dimmed after dusk per City ordinance and turned off after hours of operation at 12:00 am; and a condition of closing all business service doors after 9:00 pm to mitigate the power tool noise. Council reviewed a jake-brake condition, how it may be enforced, and who would be responsible. Council discussed creating a jake-brake ordinance in the future for all of Corcoran. Council discussed notifying Bellwether residents. MOTION: made by Schultz, seconded by Anderson to adopt Resolution 2020-75 Approving the Site Plane, the Conditional Use Permit and Variance for Nelson International at 10409 County Road 101 with the addition of the two new conditions for hours of operation and sign illumination (PID 01.119- 23-41-0001) (City File 20-022). Voting Aye by Roll Call Vote: Thomas, Anderson Bottema, Lother, and Schultz (Motion carried 5:0) Council requested review of future business developments regarding car sales, repair and maintenance business. and other industrial uses. Council discussed a tree preservation ordinance. 9. 10. New Business (Public Comment Opportunity) Mayor Thomas eliminated the public comment opportunity for the New Business section for the Planner Job Offer. a. Job Offer -- Planner City Administrator Martens outlined the need for the planner position, what the daily duties will be for the position and addressed the wonderful job the City Planner Kendra Lindahl and Landform do for the City of Corcoran. City Administrator Martens outlined the hiring process and discussed the candidates. MOTION: made by Bottema, seconded by Schultz to authorize the Mayor and City Administrator Martens to finalize a full conditional job offer. Voting Aye by Roll Call Vote: Thomas, Bottema, Anderson, Lother, and Schultz (Motion carried 5:0) 11. Staff Reports a. Active Corcoran Planning Applications; report received. b. Pandemic Response Update Director of Public Safety Gottschalk updated Council on the current COVID cases, still operating Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and tracking all personal protective equipment (PPE) relating to elections and staff, with current COVID expenses of $49,000 EOC tracking and documenting expenses, and still seeking FEMA reimbursement, and staying informed all changes. City Administrator Martens noted the work Administrative Services Director Beise and her team are doing with elections this year in lieu of the COVID pandemic. 12. 2020 City Council Schedule City Administrator Martens outlined the upcoming Council schedule. 13. Adjournment MOTION: made by Bottema, seconded by Schultz to adjourn. Voting Aye by Roll Call Vote: Thomas, Anderson, Bottema, Lother, and Schultz (Motion carried 5:0) Meeting adjourned at 11:08 pm. Mich le Friedrich —Deputy Clerk E:�