EDC SUM 2019 10 08CHANHASSEN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Greg Sticha called the work session to order at 7:00 p.m. Mayor Ryan welcomed all new
members of the first ever Economic Development Commission meeting. Staff members and
commission members introduced themselves and provided background information. Greg Sticha
and Kate Aanenson reviewed the Economic Development Commission handbook and bylaws.
Commission Stamy moved, Commission Ebeling seconded to appoint Jim Sanford as Chairman
and Kathy Donovan as Vice Chairman of the Economic Development Commission. All voted in
favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0. Chairman Sanford called the
regular meeting to order at 8:00 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim Sanford, Kathy Donovan, James Ebeling, Anne Heinze, and
Steve Stamy
STAFF PRESENT: Greg Sticha, Jake Foster, and Kate Aanenson
REVIEW COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ZONING CODE.
Kate Aanenson reviewed highlights of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code and
suggested commission members review the introductions for each section as a way to familiarize
themselves with the Comprehensive Plan. Commissioner Donovan asked for clarification of the
map outlining the Bluff Creek Overlay District. Commissioner Ebeling asked about staff’s role
of being proactive or reactive for new businesses coming to town. Commissioner Stamy asked
for clarification on how staff works with potential developers and associated development fees.
Greg Sticha reviewed items planned for future Economic Development Commission meetings.
Commissioner Ebeling asked what items the commission should focus on in the Zoning Code.
Jake Foster explained that the City set up a group email address for the Economic Development
Commission.
Donovan moved, Stamy seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and the
motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0. The Economic Development Commission
meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Submitted by Greg Sticha
Finance Director
Prepared by Nann Opheim