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Planning Commission Mtg 112525

East Bethel City CouncilWednesday, November 26, 2025
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Adoption of the agenda

Resignation of Tanner Belfin from Planning and Zoning

City Council liaison update

Approval of minutes from October 28, 2025

Election of vice chair of the planning commission

Interview of planning commission applicant Gerald Tia

Public hearing: Setback variances at 19511 East Front Boulevard

Public hearing: Conditional use permit for hemp edible retailer at 18429 Highway 65

Full Document Analysis

Votes (4)

Adopt agenda with addition of Tanner Belfin's resignation

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Not stated · Seconded by Not stated

Approve minutes from October 28, 2025 as corrected

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Not stated · Seconded by Not stated

Elect Corey Jorgensson as Vice Chair

PassedSecret ballot

Moved by Chair · Seconded by Not stated

Approve front and sideyard setback variances at 19511 East Front Blvd

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Not stated · Seconded by Not stated

Notable Quotes (2)

Council recommended raising park fees from 2,000 to 3500 and trail fees to 1,500.

— Brian Mundle
BudgetReporting on latest council meeting.

My opinion is that the front yard setback does not meet the variance standards as the garage could have its length reduced.

— Glenn Terry
VariancesStated opinion via chair regarding variance.

People (5)

Brian MundleCity Council Liaison

Provided updates on city projects and community events.

1 quote

“Council authorized advertising for a senior planner position.”

Updating commission on council activities.

Corey JorgenssonVice Chairperson

Newly elected vice chair of the commission.

1 quote

“I think everybody knows I'm all for a big garage like this.”

Expressing support for the Belch variance request.

Gerald TiaApplicant

Interviewed for a vacant seat on the planning commission.

1 quote

“My vision is either we have something like a over pass or that people can go over the highway.”

Discussing vision for Highway 65 corridor safety.

Joseph BelchProperty Owner

Seeking variances for a garage construction at 19511 East Front Blvd.

1 quote

“It's already you know I don't know when they changed the laws to have the garage because it's a non-conforming structure.”

Discussing existing non-conformity of his property.

David SakowskiNeighbor

Neighbor to the Belch property, supporting the variance request.

1 quote

“I would recommend bigger garage if people could do it because I think the East Bethl is starting to look a little bit junky.”

Supporting more garage space to allow storage of outdoor items.

Places Mentioned

19511 East Front BoulevardSenior Center (location of tree lighting)Highway 65 corridor18429 Highway 65 Northeast (Smoke Saloon)Minnesota Fresh Farm (north of Viking)

Events & Meetings (5)

  • November 20, 2025 (Original incorrect date in minutes)
  • October 28, 2025 (Meeting for minutes approval)
  • December 5, 2025: Christmas tree lighting at Senior Center
  • December 8, 2025: City Council meeting for appointments/approvals
  • December 23, 2025: Next scheduled planning commission meeting

Ordinances & Resolutions (1)

Section 51 Subdivision 7B

Zoning ordinance regulating front and sideyard setbacks in shoreland overlay districts.

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