The Stearns County Planning Commission convened on July 24, 2025, to address several key agenda items, culminating in significant decisions regarding an interim use permit.

The meeting began with a proposal to approve an interim use permit, which included three specific conditions. However, the motion to approve the permit failed due to a lack of a second. Following this, a member of the commission moved to deny the interim use permit as requested. This motion received a second and was put to a vote. The commission members voted in favor of the motion to deny, with the final tally reflecting a 3 to 1 decision. This outcome means the matter will be forwarded to the county board for further consideration on August 12.

After concluding the discussions on the permit, the chair called for a brief recess to allow attendees a moment to regroup. A motion for a five-minute recess was made and approved, providing a short break before the meeting continued.

Overall, the meeting was marked by a clear decision-making process regarding the interim use permit, with the commission demonstrating a structured approach to handling the agenda items. The next steps will involve the county board's review of the commission's decision in August.