HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity/County Planning Board Minutes 10.30.2019
MINUTES
CITY OF LAUREL
CITY/COUNTY PLANNING BOARD
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2019
5:35 PM
LAUREL CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Public Input: Citizens may address the committee regarding any item of business that is not on the agenda. The duration
for an individual speaking under Public Input is limited to three minutes. While all comments are welcome, the committee
will not take action on any item not on the agenda.
General Items
1. Roll Call
Chair called the meeting to order at 5:33PM
John Klasna
Ron Benner
Evan Bruce
Roger Giese
Judy Goldsby
Nick Altonaga (City of Laurel)
2. Approve Meeting Minutes: September 5, 2019
Members reviewed the meeting minutes from September 5, 2019.
Ron motioned to accept the minutes from September 5, 2019 as presented.
John seconded.
Motion carried.
New Business
3. Discussion: Growth Management Plan Update
Ron discussed the need for uniformity within the city – understanding the exclusions, exceptions,
variances, grandfathered-in properties, etc. It is important to address this lack of knowledge.
Nick suggested that in the future Laurel could create an online planning map similar to what KLJ is
preparing for public works: an online map which notes the different city sewer, water, and utility lines
which can be updated.
General discussion regarding the sections of the templates provided in the agenda packet.
Judy noted that much of the information in the “community profile” section will be the similar and/or
the same as the previous version.
The Plans prepared by Sanderson Stewart had many different ideas and concepts which could be used in
further visioning.
Members noted that it will be vitally important to include the Ditches and Drain companies involved in
conversations regarding growth and land use.
Need to have a conversation about subdivision developments and roads and right-of-ways.
Road standards (State, County, local)
Expansion
Ron mentioned that Livability will be an important aspect to discuss throughout the process.
Old Business
4. Discussion: Membership
Gavin Williams was appointed by the BOCC this past week. Nick is hoping to have Dan Koch region
the board in the Springtime. We are still in need of a member from the Yellowstone County
Conservation Board.
Richard noted that a lot of people have no idea that the seats are open, and that it would take a lot of
effort to market/notify people about it.
Members had a general discussion of how to get information out to residents in the city and county
jurisdiction.
School letters
Mayoral letters
Send with the water bill
Roger commented that there is a lack of commitment by most people.
Template Chapter 3 - Community Goals
Need to determine what are the objectives of the common citizen?
Civic involvement is very low.
Hazel Klein is working to recruit someone to the board.
Other Items
Follow-Up on previous agenda items:
Family Church Sign Variance – Approved by Council.
Diefenderfer/Midway Rentals Overlay Variance – Approved by Council - Have had some
subsequent discussions with Public Works regarding the site.
Discussion of School Land Purchase – Nick reported that the School District would have to
come to the Planning Board for Annexation and Zoning.
Yard Office Road – Nick reported that they are currently working on a preliminary plat for a
subdivision submittal.
Announcements
5. Next Meeting: TBD
Members discussed the timing and dates of meetings. Members decided to keep the monthly meetings
on the third Wednesday at 5:35PM.
Wednesday, 11/20/19 - 5:35PM
Wednesday, 12/11/19 – 5:35PM
Wednesday, 1/8/20 – 5:35PM
Ron motioned to adjourn the meeting.
John seconded.
Meeting adjourned at 6:20PM.
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