The Goodhue County Planning Commission convened on October 21, 2024, to address several key agenda items, including a public hearing regarding a proposed land split and rezone request.

The meeting began with Bruce Omen presenting his request to split his grandfather's farm and rezone his five acres, which he plans to combine with an additional 27 acres. The Board had no questions for Omen, and the public hearing was subsequently opened for comments.

Jason Notto, a resident living across from the proposed construction site, expressed concerns about the potential impact on home values in the area due to the expansion of a construction yard. Notto acknowledged the importance of supporting local businesses but emphasized that the residential nature of the area should be preserved. He raised concerns about the implications of allowing further growth of the business, which began with a single dump truck and has since expanded.

After closing public comments, the Board discussed the zoning request. A motion was made and seconded to approve the land split and rezone, which passed unanimously. The Board then moved on to the next agenda item concerning tax amendments for Evering River LLC, which had been tabled from the previous month. Although no public hearing was scheduled for this item, township representatives were invited to share their input during the discussion.

The meeting concluded with the Board encouraging township representatives to voice their opinions on the tax amendments, highlighting the importance of community involvement in the planning process. The Commission's decisions and discussions reflect ongoing efforts to balance development with the interests of local residents.