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June 27, 2022 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Hastings City Hall - Council Chambers
7:00 p.m.
The Planning Commission of the City of Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular
meeting on Monday, June 27, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the Hastings City Council
Chamber.
1. Call Meeting to Order
Planning Commissioners Present: Messina, Romens, Matzke, Peters, and Teiken
Planning Commissioners Absent: Halberg, LeBrun
Staff Present: City Planner Justin Fortney
2. Approval of Minutes – June 13, 2022 Regular Meeting
Chair Messina asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes.
Minutes approved as presented.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
3. Hubs Landing – Conditional Use Permit – Dock Expansion – 6 Spiral View Loop
Planner Fortney provided a summary of the conditional use permit request for a dock
expansion by Hubs Landing. Fortney presented the proposed layout of the final
expansion reviewing the proposed changes. The Minnesota Department of Natural
Resources reviewed the request and found that there would be no negative impact to
the area. Fortney shared that staff had concerns about parking. The applicant has
requested assistance from the City for no parking signs for along Spiral View Loop as
they have experienced issues with individuals not related to Hubs Landing parking
along the roadway. Fortney shared notice was given and shared concerns regarding
additional parking from a member of the marina.
Messina opened the public hearing at 7:12 pm.
The applicant, Mark Frazer, provided additional information for the Planning
Commission. Frazer shared the challenges they faced which caused them to close
their launch to the public. Frazer shared possible future additional parking
opportunities. Teiken asked the applicant how many parking spots they currently
have and to better define the uses of the area. Frazer clarified they have around 80
parking spots total and explained the other uses of the area. Peters asked Frazer to
clarify their additional parking plans and if they have had the need to have individuals
parking on the roadway. Fortney provided additional information regarding the original
proposal from 2009 and Frazer shared they have not had the need to expand parking
and do not allow parking into the roadway.
Messina closed the public hearing at 7:32 pm.
Messina asked if the commissioners had any comments or questions. Teiken shared
his concerns that there are not standards that are tied to these kinds of applications.
Teiken asked if staff has looked into surrounding cities for guidance on standards for
situations like this. Matzke shared his concerns on the necessity for a clear plan for
emergency service access. Fortney explained the process for these kinds of requests
and what requirements it holds. Messina clarified the goal of the conditional use
permit. Fortney shared the timeline of the application. Romens asked for clarification
on the original conditional use permit timeframe and the specific goal of the updated
conditional use permit.
Commissioner Romens made the motion to approve, seconded by Chair Messina.
Ayes: Commissioners Messina, Matzke, and Romens.
Nays: Commissioners Peters, and Teiken.
The recommendation will be reviewed by City Council on July 5, 2022
OTHER ACTIONS
4. Other Business – Fortney provided a summary of recent City Council actions.
5. Adjourn
Commissioner Teiken motioned to adjourn the meeting at 8:44 PM. Seconded by
Commissioner Romens. Vote: Ayes 5; Nays: 0. Motion approved as presented.
Next Meeting – July 11, 2022
Respectively submitted:
Emily King
Deputy City Clerk