City Plan Commission

CITY OF MONROE CITY PLAN COMMISSION MINUTES DATE: WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2026 TIME: 5:00 PM PLACE: CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 1110 18TH AVE A. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The Mayor called the Plan Commission meeting to order on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Present at roll call were Mayor Douglas, Alder Matt Shaeffer, Bill Bethke, Ben Voss, and Ron Spielman. Absent were Dave Wartenweiler and Luis Carus. B. CORRECTION OF MINUTES - MARCH 11, 2026 The March 11, 2026 minutes were accepted as presented. C. BUSINESS 1. Hold Public Hearing and Possible Recommendation of Change of Zoning Application for Bader-Spidahl - Parcel 23251 5040.000 for vacant lots 7-11, 13-14, 18-38, and 49-56, from Neighborhood Mixed Use (NMU) to One and Two Family Residential (TR-10) Public hearing was held; no one spoke, and the hearing was closed. Administrator Rindy summarized the request and reviewed the details. Jeff spoke regarding the reasons for the rezoning, citing setback requirements. A motion was made by Ron Spielman, seconded by Bill Benthke, to approve and recommend approval to the Common Council of the approval of the change of zoning for Bader-Spidahl. The motion passed unanimously. 2. Hold Public Hearing and Possible Recommendation to Common Council Regarding Zoning Text Amendment to Revise the One and Two Family Residential (TR-10) Zoning District Classification Regarding Minimum Lot Area Requirements. Public hearing was held; no one spoke, and the hearing was closed. Administrator Rindy provided a summary of the review and continued past discussions. The proposal would differentiate the property by allowing 3,500 square feet per unit, with a total of 7,000 square feet, and clarifies the definition of a two-unit dwelling.  A motion was made by Ben Voss, seconded by Ron Spoelamn, to approve and recommend approval to the Common Council of the zoning text amendments for the TR-10 regarding minimum lot area requirements. The motion passed unanimously. 3. Hold Public Hearing and Possible Recommendation to Common Council Regarding Zoning Text Amendment to Revise the Neighborhood Mixed Use (NMU)) Zoning District Classification Regarding Minimum Lot Area Requirements. Public hearing was held; no one spoke, and the hearing was closed. Administrator Rindy summarized the proposed amendment, noting it is similar to the prior agenda item. The amendment helps maintain consistent language within that section of the code. A motion was made by Bill Bethke, seconded by Matt Sheaffer, to approve and recommend approval to the Common Council of the zoning text amendments for the NMU regarding minimum lot area requirements. The motion passed unanimously. 4. Discussion of Allowing Drive-Thru Services in the CMU District Administrator Rindy followed up on discussions from the past several meetings. Shannon prepared a memo and reviewed it with the Commission. The proposal would require a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and include a “Letter J” designation for land use, limiting direct access to the Square, to be incorporated into the access code. There was general discussion and direction regarding whether to limit certain business types and whether to require additional landscaping details. Shannon reviewed the memo in detail. The Mayor opened the floor for comments from the Commission. Ron expressed concern about the CUP process and the opportunity to better understand how proposals would fit within the framework. He emphasized the importance of having two-part language addressing the significance of the Square. Administrator Rindy and Shannon discussed the benefits of including clear language in the code and what elements could be incorporated into CUP requirements, including landscaping standards. Matt stated he supports the language and recommended bringing it forward for consideration at the next meeting. D. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY MEMBERS Administrator Rindy thanked Mayor Douglas and Bill Bethke for their time and service on the Plan Commission as they conclude their terms. E. ADJOURNMENT  A motion was made by Matt Sheaffer, seconded by Bill Bethke to adjourn at 5:39 PM. Motion passed by unanimous vote. This Commission may take any ac tion it considers appropriate related to any item on this agenda.