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Planning Commission Mtg 012726

East Bethel City CouncilWednesday, January 28, 2026
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Reappointment of Gerald to the Planning Commission

Approval of the meeting agenda

City Council and department update

Approval of minutes

Concept plan review for Friday Stable Estates (18215 Glenbrook Drive)

Conditional use permit for cannabis micro business (23773 Johnson Street Northeast)

Full Document Analysis

Votes (4)

Reappoint Gerald to the Planning Commission

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commission member · Seconded by Commission member

Adopt the agenda

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commission member · Seconded by Commission member

Approve the meeting minutes

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commission member · Seconded by Commission member

Approve concept plan with stipulation regarding lot widths

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commission member · Seconded by Commission member

Notable Quotes (2)

We'll see how it works with him three days here and two days remote. But with Kendra working remote, she's kind of proven that it does work.

— Suzanne Urkl
City staffingDiscussing the new city planner's hybrid work schedule.

If he revises those three lots to widen them to the minimum lot width, he would be able to come in with a straight plat.

— Kendra
Planning ComplianceClarifying requirements for the Friday Stable Estates plan approval.

People (6)

GeraldPlanning Commission Member

Reappointed to the Planning Commission for another term.

1 quote

“I'll make a motion then to reappoint uh Gerald to the planning commission for the next term.”

Moving to reappoint himself/colleague to the commission.

Suzanne UrklCity Council Liaison

Providing monthly city council update, replacing former liaison Brian Ben Vzansen.

1 quote

“The month of January was not too busy, but busy enough.”

Overview of city activities.

Todd ChristensenRepresentative

Representing MC Land Holdings LLC regarding Friday Stable Estates concept plan.

1 quote

“It was really just um after working with city staff and understanding the zoning better and a comprehensive plan, this seemed to be the only alternative.”

Explaining reduction of lot density from 17 to 8.

Andrew DunsonAttorney

Representing Happy Earthmade Products Hemp LLC for a cannabis micro business CUP.

1 quote

“My client wouldn't purchase this property if if they didn't think they could run a business out of it.”

Confirming due diligence regarding the Johnson Street property.

Evan JonesCEO

CEO of Happy Earth Products, discussing staffing and odor control.

1 quote

“We're going to be using a VRF HVAC which will recirculate air in completely sealed flower rooms.”

Addressing odor mitigation concerns for the cannabis facility.

KendraCity Planner

Providing technical staff reports and guidance on ordinances.

1 quote

“This is the first step in the process. So the applicant needs to get city approval before they can be licensed by the state.”

Explaining the regulatory sequence for cannabis businesses.

Places Mentioned

18215 Glenbrook Drive23773 Johnson Street Northeast1347 Sims RoadHam LakeEast BethelHighway 65250 Nicollet Mall Suite 1150, Minneapolis

Events & Meetings (3)

  • January 26: Planning Commission meeting
  • February 9: Upcoming City Council meeting
  • February 17: Start date for new City Planner
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