April 07, 2008

Member Wilson, Vice Chair Pro Temp, called the regular meeting of the Fort Calhoun Planning Commission to order at 7:00 P.M. Monday, April 7, 2008. Member Wilson announced open meetings compliance and the absence of a quorum, therefore proposed a special meeting for Monday, April 14, 2008 and adjournment, at which time Vice Chair Herbert arrived, with apology.

Vice Chair Eric Herbert called the regular meeting of the Fort Calhoun Planning Commission to order at 7:10 P.M. Monday, April 7, 2008. Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication, said notice being a designated method for giving notice, an affidavit of publication being attached to these minutes.

The agenda packets were distributed to the Chair and Board Members on April 4, 2008. Meetings are open to the public. Vice Chair Herbert announced a copy of the open meetings law is posted continually for public inspection on the bulletin board in the Council Chambers/Library.

The following answered roll: Darin Wilson, Rich Johnson, and Eric Herbert. Chair, Ralph Carter and Carmine Pane were absent.

Planning Consultant Chris Solberg, AICP, with TSA was also present.

Member Johnson made a motion seconded by Member Wilson to approve the March 3, 2008 minutes as published. With members Johnson, Herbert and Wilson voting "Aye", Carter and Pane absent, motion carried.

Unfinished Business:

Member Wilson made a motion seconded by Member Johnson to table the discussion and appointments regarding various board committees until the May meeting. With members, Wilson, Herbert and Johnson voting "Aye", Carter and Pane absent, motion carried, tabled.

Public Hearings:

At 7:11 P.M. Vice Chair Herbert stated in accordance with the published notice, it was now time to conduct the public hearing relative to hearing support of or protest against the proposed preliminary plat of Clearwater Creek III, Tax Lots 112 & 114 (10-17-12), currently known as 7618 Co. Rd. P32. Written comments received from Papio-Missouri River NRD, Fort Calhoun Community Schools, Washington County Road Superintendent and the Fort Calhoun Volunteer Fire Department were reviewed; Mark Westergard spoke on behalf of the developer, McGowan Properties, Inc. Comments were also received from Sherry Stone, adjacent property owner; Dick Sklenar, Papio-Missouri River NRD; Fort Calhoun Fire Chief Mike Smith. Following discussion, the hearing closed at 7:25 P.M.

At 7:26 P.M. Vice Chair Herbert stated in accordance with the published notice, it was now time to conduct the public hearing relative to hearing support of or protest against the proposed Roehrs Rezoning Request from AG to TA, Tax Lot 48 (15-17-12), part of Tax Lot 37, currently known as 4570 Roehrs Lane. Written comments received from Planning Consultant, Chris Solberg were reviewed. Following comments from John Dawson, Dick Sklenar and Brian Lukasiewicz, and discussion, the hearing closed at 7:36 P.M.

New Business:

Member Wilson made a motion, seconded by Member Johnson, if there were no objections, to move Agenda Item No. 3, Roehrs Rezoning Request, ahead on the agenda to accommodate the public attending. There being no objections, members, Johnson, Wilson and Herbert voted "Aye", Vice Chair Herbert, declared Item No. 3 the first item of new business.

Member Wilson made a motion seconded by Member Johnson to recommend the approval of the rezoning request from Mike and Rohnda Roehrs of Tax Lot 48 (15-17-12) part of Tax Lot 37, currently known as 4570 Roehrs Lane from AG, Agriculture District to TA, Transitional Agriculture District. With members, Wilson, Johnson and Herbert voting Aye", Carter and Pane absent, motion carried.

Member Wilson made a motion, seconded by Member Johnson, if there were no objections, to move Agenda Item No. 6, Jones fence permit clarification ahead on the agenda to accommodate the public. There being no objections, members, Herbert, Johnson and Wilson voted "Aye", Vice Chair Herbert, declared Item No. 6 the second item of new business.

Clarification of the 50% / 75% openness of fencing within the front yard setback was discussed. In addition, 25% closed was clarified as to limit fences to iron, wire, etc. Planning Consultant, Chris Solberg explained his Facts of Finding Letter and the definitions in the regulations. No action required by the board.

Member Wilson made a motion seconded by Member Johnson to table the discussion of the Clearwater Creek III Preliminary Plat Application of Tax Lots 112 & 114 (10-17-12), currently known as 7618 County Road P32 for further study, following comments and discussion by Mark Westergard, E & A Consulting; Mitch McGowan; Dick Sklenar, P-M River NRD; Sherry Stone; Mike Smith, FC Fire Chief, Jeannie Knight, Mike O'Brien, John Dawson and Rob Tirell. With members, Herbert, Wilson and Johnson voting "Aye", Carter and Pane absent, motion carried and item tabled to the regular May meeting. A work meeting will be scheduled with no more than two committee members, the engineers, planner and developer, to discuss issues and suggestions, prior to the May meeting.

Member Johnson made a motion seconded by Member Wilson to deny the request from Duane Sprick to erect a 48' x 72' Morton Building on the S100' of Lot 7 & 8 in Block 20, as the use is not allowable within the regulations of the Urban Corridor (UC) District. Following discussion and comments concerning the current non-conforming use and other guidelines within the zoning regulations, members, Johnson, Herbert and Wilson voted "Aye", Carter and Pane absent, motion to deny carried.

Vice Chair, Herbert noted the following permits were issued March 1 through April 2, 2008: North, fence and Buckman, Acc. Bldg. remodel, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing.

Public Comments:

Nick Schuler and John Linton requested additional information on Sign Regulations; they are interested in erecting a LED Electronic sign somewhere within the city limits along HWY 75.

Jeannie Knight requested clarification on public attendance at working/consultation meetings with developers, even when there is a lack of a planning commission quorum. The clerk was directed to contact the city attorney for an opinion.

Future Agenda Items:

Planning Consultant Solberg stated it is time to begin the review of the Capital Improvement Program for the 2008/2009 Fiscal Year.

Member Wilson made a motion seconded by Johnson to adjourn, with all members present voting "Aye", the meeting adjourned at 9:15 P.M.