PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION

MINUTES OF DECEMBER 12, 2007

PRESENT:

Randy Hagerty, Chairman

Charles Giovannini, Vice Chairman

Jill McCord, Councilmember

Glen Novinger, Jr.

John Buckwalter

Carolyn Chrisman

Danny McDowell

Jim Hamilton

Brad Selby, Codes & Planning Director

ABSENT:

Doug Kollar

CALL TO ORDER

Chairman Hagerty called the meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission in the City Council Chamber to order at 7:00p.m. 

INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBER

Chairman Hagerty wished to thank Dean West for his service on the Commission, but due to conflicts, Mr. West had been unable to attend meetings and has resigned.  Chairman Hagerty welcomed new member Jim Hamilton, who recently retired from the Codes Department.  Chairman Hagerty stated that they looked forward to working with him.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Chairman Hagerty stated that the minutes from October 10, 2007 would be approved at the next meeting because they were not in the packet.  With no other changes, Chairman Hagerty declared the agenda adopted.

NEW BUSINESS

A. Public hearing for Special Use Permit Extension for the White’s lawn mower parts and repair business located at 1301 Cottage Lane.  Chairman Hagerty opened the public hearing at 7:04 p.m.

Mr. Selby stated that the request was for an extension of an S.U.P. that was granted in 1999 and had been extended twice before.  Mr. Selby reported there had been no complaints from the neighbors regarding the business and that they had adhered to the stipulations of the S.U.P. regarding all equipment being stored inside.  Mr. Selby acknowledged that they have run a very clean business.  He reported that the petitioners have requested an open-ended S.U.P. be granted.  Staff recommended approval with the same stipulations as before such as business hours of operation of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and all equipment must be stored inside, along with the request for an open-ended S.U.P. as long as the current owners retain ownership. 

Chairman Hagerty stated that it was the practice of the commission to deal with the zoning of land use and not individuals.  Mr. Selby responded that was correct but they were concerned about uses by future owners.  Chairman Hagerty asked for comments from the floor.  Mr. Frazier agreed that Chairman Hagerty was correct but suggested that instead of tying the open-ended S.U.P. to current ownership, it be allowed as long as it is not disruptive to the neighbors.

With no further input, Chairman Hagerty closed the public hearing at 7:12 p.m.  Chairman Hagerty asked for a motion.  Mr. Buckwalter made a motion to approve the S.U.P. with the previous restrictions concerning hours of operation, equipment storage and with the proviso that the S.U.P. be open-ended as long as it is not disruptive to the neighborhood.  Mr. Novinger seconded the motion.  The motion was approved by the following vote: Hagerty, aye; Novinger, aye; Giovannini, aye; Hamilton, aye; Buckwalter, aye; McCord, aye; Chrisman, aye; McDowell, aye.  Absent: Kollar.

B. Public hearing for Special Use Permit Extension for Cottage Grove Bed & Breakfast at 301 South Cottage Grove.  Chairman Hagerty opened the public hearing at 7:15 p.m.

Mr. Selby stated the first S.U.P was granted in 2001.  The petitioners are also requesting a permanent extension.  Mr. Selby stated there were no complaints from the neighbors and the property had been kept very clean and neat.

PROPONENTS

Jill McCord, 301 S. Cottage Grove, Kirksville, MO – Ms. McCord stated they love Kirksville and what they do.

With no further input, Chairman Hagerty closed the public hearing at 7:17 p.m.  Mr. Buckwalter made a motion to approve the S.U.P. with the same provisions as previously granted and with the proviso that the S.U.P. be open-ended as long as it is not disruptive to the neighborhood.  Ms. Chrisman seconded the motion.  The motion was approved with the following vote:  Hagerty, aye; Novinger, aye; Giovannini, aye; Hamilton, aye; Buckwalter, aye; Chrisman, aye; McDowell, aye.  Abstain: McCord.  Absent: Kollar.

PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARD TO PAUL FRAZIER

Chairman Hagerty presented a service award to Paul Frazier for his 33 years of service.  Chairman Hagerty also thanked Mr. Frazier for his willingness to meet with and educate him regarding issues to appear before the Commission, therefore making his job easier.  Mr. Frazier expressed his appreciation for the award.

COMMISSION INPUT

Chairman Hagerty asked staff to provide more background information about items coming before the Commission in future packets.

ADJOURNMENT

With no further input, Chairman Hagerty declared the meeting adjourned at 7:23 p.m.

Teresa Dorris

Recording Secretary