Planning Commission Mtg 112525
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
Moved by Not stated · Seconded by Not stated
Approve minutes from October 28, 2025 as corrected
Moved by Not stated · Seconded by Not stated
Elect Corey Jorgensson as Vice Chair
Moved by Chair · Seconded by Not stated
Approve front and sideyard setback variances at 19511 East Front Blvd
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.
My opinion is that the front yard setback does not meet the variance standards as the garage could have its length reduced.
People (5)
Brian MundleCity Council LiaisonProvided updates on city projects and community events.
1 quote
Provided updates on city projects and community events.
“Council authorized advertising for a senior planner position.”
Updating commission on council activities.
Corey JorgenssonVice ChairpersonNewly elected vice chair of the commission.
1 quote
Newly elected vice chair of the commission.
“I think everybody knows I'm all for a big garage like this.”
Expressing support for the Belch variance request.
Gerald TiaApplicantInterviewed for a vacant seat on the planning commission.
1 quote
Interviewed for a vacant seat on the planning commission.
“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 OwnerSeeking variances for a garage construction at 19511 East Front Blvd.
1 quote
Seeking variances for a garage construction at 19511 East Front Blvd.
“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 SakowskiNeighborNeighbor to the Belch property, supporting the variance request.
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Neighbor to the Belch property, supporting the variance request.
“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
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)
Zoning ordinance regulating front and sideyard setbacks in shoreland overlay districts.