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City of Corcoran Planning Commission Meeting May 1, 2025 (Part 1)

Corcoran City CouncilMonday, May 5, 2025
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St. Thomas Church site plan and variance

Approval of commission meeting minutes from April 3rd, 2025

Open forum for public comment

Full Document Analysis

Votes (3)

Approve the agenda

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Chair · Seconded by Commissioner

Close the public hearing

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Commissioner · Seconded by Commissioner

Approve April 3rd, 2025 commission meeting minutes

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Chair · Seconded by Commissioner

Notable Quotes (1)

The location is becoming acutely dangerous. When I have masses at St. Thomas, I usually wear a green reflective vest and use a one of those red cone flashlight type things.

— Father Glenn Jensen
Public SafetyTestimony regarding safety issues at the current church site.

People (4)

KendraCity Staff

Presented the site plan and variance request for St. Thomas Church.

1 quote

“The existing lot is a legal non-conforming lot due to size, but it is a lot of record and therefore they can proceed.”

Explaining the legality of the church's site plan application.

Carl ThielenChair, Facilities Planning Committee

Representing the church in the planning commission meeting.

1 quote

“We are in dire need of a new facility with all of the growth that's coming to Corkran.”

Highlighting the necessity of the new church building.

Father Glenn JensenPastor

Testifying on the danger of the current location.

1 quote

“The location is becoming acutely dangerous. We've had several near strike incidents.”

Describing the safety hazards for parishioners at the current church location.

Cindy PatnauParish Administrator

Advocating for the approval of the site plan.

1 quote

“I just hope that you will approve the resolution approving it with option one.”

Formal request for the commission to vote for approval.

Places Mentioned

County Road 10St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic ChurchRush Creek Reserve addition116 (Road)16956 80th place, Maple Grove175 Lorettto Street

Events & Meetings (2)

  • May 1st, 2025 - Corkin Planning Commission Meeting
  • April 3rd, 2025 - Commission meeting (Minutes reviewed)

Ordinances & Resolutions (2)

Option 1

Full approval of site plan and two variances.

Option 2

Approval of site plan with denial of two variances.

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