Rural Land Management Board

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Rural Land Management Board convened on October 30, 2019, at 3:30 PM in the Council Chamber. The meeting addressed three agenda items, including the approval of previous meeting minutes and two housing and infrastructure requests from local farms.

During the session, the Board took four votes and heard one public comment. All agenda items were approved, including the September 25, 2019 meeting minutes and housing and infrastructure requests for Farm 6-2004 (Ramin and Stacey Arani) and Farm 27-2002 (Kelly and David Baugh). The meeting proceeded efficiently through its agenda, with the Board demonstrating support for the agricultural community's development needs through unanimous approval of both farm infrastructure requests.

Attendance

The Board meeting on October 30, 2019 had ten members present and three absent.

Present: • Linda Gorton • Beth Cawood Overman • Margaret Graves • Phil Myers • Robert James • Christine Stanley • Jennifer • Will • Gloria • Kathy Plowman

Absent: • Nick Carter • Zach • Elizabeth Jensen

Late: None

The meeting proceeded with a quorum of ten board members in attendance.

Votes and Decisions

The Board took four votes during the October 30, 2019 meeting, all of which passed.

Approval of September 25, 2019 Minutes 2:00 Council Member Massotti motioned to approve the minutes from the September 25, 2019 meeting, with Margaret Graves providing the second. The motion passed by voice vote.

Housing and Infrastructure Request for Farm 6-2004 45:00 Margaret Graves motioned to approve a housing and infrastructure request for Farm 6-2004, seconded by Phil Myers. The motion passed unanimously with the condition that approval is contingent on the approval of the Division of Building Inspection.

Housing and Infrastructure Request for Farm 27-2002 1:10:00 Margaret Graves motioned to approve a housing and infrastructure request for Farm 27-2002, with Heideli Beth providing the second. The motion passed unanimously with the condition that approval is contingent on the approval of the Division of Building Inspection.

Motion to Enter Closed Session 2:30:00 Margaret Graves motioned to enter closed session, seconded by Christine Stanley. The motion passed unanimously.

All votes were conducted either by voice vote or unanimous consent, with no recorded individual vote tallies or dissenting votes during the meeting.

Budget and Financial Actions

The Board addressed one significant financial matter during the October 30, 2019 meeting involving federal grant reimbursement.

The Board discussed a reimbursement of $660,000 from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) related to four farms that have been closed. These funds are being deposited into the City's accounts as part of a federal grant program administered through NRCS.

No additional details were provided in the available meeting materials regarding the specific nature of the farm closures, the timeline for receiving the reimbursement, or the original grant program under which these funds were allocated.

Public Comment

During the public comment period, one community member addressed the Board regarding regional planning initiatives.

Kathy Plowman spoke about the upcoming Regional Land Use Planning Summit scheduled for December 5th 2:20:00. Plowman emphasized the critical importance of regional communication and cooperation when addressing land use issues that affect multiple jurisdictions. She highlighted how collaborative approaches to land use planning can benefit communities by ensuring coordinated development strategies and shared resources for addressing common challenges.

The Regional Land Use Planning Summit represents an opportunity for local governments, stakeholders, and community members to engage in dialogue about land use policies and their regional impacts. Plowman's comments underscored the value of inter-jurisdictional cooperation in tackling complex planning issues that extend beyond individual municipal boundaries.

Approval of the September 25, 2019 Minutes

2:00

The Board reviewed the minutes from their September 25, 2019 meeting as agenda item II. Council Member Massotti and Margaret Graves participated in the discussion of this routine administrative matter.

The Board examined the written record of their previous meeting proceedings for accuracy and completeness. Following their review, the minutes were approved without any noted corrections or amendments.

Outcome: The September 25, 2019 meeting minutes were approved by the Board.

Farm 6-2004, Ramin and Stacey Arani - Housing & Infrastructure Request

45:00

The Board reviewed a housing and infrastructure request for Farm 6-2004 submitted by property owners Ramin and Stacey Arani. The discussion focused on the applicants' request to establish a primary residence on their agricultural property.

Key speakers during the discussion included Beth and Paul Lee, who presented details about the proposed housing development and associated infrastructure needs. The request involved consideration of building requirements and compliance with local regulations for residential construction on agricultural land.

The Board evaluated the proposal based on standard criteria for housing requests on farm properties, including infrastructure compatibility and adherence to zoning requirements. The discussion addressed the technical aspects of the proposed development and its alignment with existing land use policies.

Following their review and discussion of the application materials, the Board voted to approve the housing and infrastructure request for Farm 6-2004. However, the approval was granted with a specific condition requiring building inspection approval before proceeding with construction activities.

This conditional approval ensures that the proposed residential development will meet all necessary building codes and safety standards before implementation. The requirement for building inspection approval provides an additional layer of oversight to verify compliance with construction regulations and infrastructure standards.

The Arani family can now move forward with their plans for establishing a primary residence on Farm 6-2004, subject to successfully obtaining the required building inspection approval as stipulated in the Board's conditional approval.

Farm 27-2002, Kelly and David Baugh - Housing & Infrastructure Request

1:10:00

The Board considered agenda item IV.c, a housing and infrastructure request from Kelly and David Baugh for Farm 27-2002. This discussion item focused on the applicants' request to establish a primary residence on their farm property.

Beth served as a key speaker during the presentation of this item, along with Kelly and David Baugh who were present to discuss their request. The specific details of the housing and infrastructure plans were reviewed by the Board members.

The Board evaluated the proposal for compliance with applicable regulations and community standards. The discussion centered on the appropriateness of the requested residential development on the designated farm property.

Following their review and discussion, the Board approved the Baughs' housing and infrastructure request. However, the approval came with a specific condition that must be met before the project can proceed. The Board made their approval contingent upon building inspection approval, ensuring that all construction and development plans meet required safety and code standards.

This conditional approval allows Kelly and David Baugh to move forward with their primary residence plans on Farm 27-2002, provided they successfully obtain the necessary building inspection clearance. The requirement for building inspection approval demonstrates the Board's commitment to maintaining proper oversight of residential development on farm properties while accommodating legitimate housing needs.