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PLAN COMMISSION MINUTES - 6/9/26 Mtg (Meets monthly on 2nd Tuesday of each month) Page 1 of 3
PLAN COMMISSION Minutes
July 14, 2026 Regular Meeting
The meeting was called to order by Chair Paine at 5:01 pm on July 14, 2026, in Government
Center Room 270.
1 ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Jim Paine, Lynn Wohlwend, Garner Moffat, Tylor Elm, Lindsey Graskey and
Anne Porter
VIRTUAL: Paul Winterscheidt and Mike Herrick
ABSENT: Brian Finstad
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Director Serck, Tech Granlund, Jeff Skrenes, Heidi Blunt and
Tina Anrig, Jordan DeCaro, Lisa Russ, and Paul Russ.
OTHERS PRESENT: Joe Radtke, Sarah Anderson, Nick Ledin and Kathy Aird
2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2.1 Plan Commission Minutes (June 9, 2026)
MOTION to approve the June 9, 2026, minutes by Commissioner Elm, seconded by
Commissioner Graskey. Carried.
3 OLD BUSINESS
4 NEW BUSINESS
4.1 Small Business Grant Application Review & Recommendations
a. La Peinado Salon and Spa LLC
b. Up North DeCaro Superior
Director Serck introduced the small business grant applications representees from both
applicants attended the meeting in person. Commissioner Moffat questioned the potential
conflict with Nemadji golf courses contract with the city. Jordan DeCaro representing Up
North DeCaro Superior spoke about the business plans with the golf/game simulators.
MOTION to approve the small business grant applications by Commissioner Porter,
seconded by Commissioner Graskey. Carried.
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4.2 Review and Approve Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area Ordinance and Resolution
Commissioner Paine introduced the potential establishment of a Designated Outdoor
Refreshment Area (DORA) and provided an overview of its purpose and potential benefits
for the community. Commissioners discussed the proposed boundary map for the DORA,
benefits of adding DORA districts, possible participation requirements for businesses,
possible safety concerns and the use of designated cups that participating establishments
would be required to provide. City Clerk Blunt answered questions.
Commissioner Paine recommended holding in committee until next meeting.
4.3 Referred from City Council: Approve O26-4430, an ordinance amending City Code,
Chapter 22 – Animals, Article III – Keeping of Animals, to create Section 22-69 –
Roosters Prohibited
Commissioner Paine introduced the proposed ordinance and explained the reasoning for its
referral to the Plan Commission. Commissioner Elm provided an overview of the potential
ordinance's timeline and discussed the Public Safety Committee's rationale for considering
the proposal. Police Chief Paul Winterscheidt addressed the Plan Commission regarding
the potential ordinance and shared concerns about the possible negative impacts of
adopting it. Tina Anrig, the City of Superior Humane Officer, provided background
information on issues involving roosters within city limits. Councilor Radtke discussed both
the potential benefits and disadvantages of adopting an ordinance prohibiting roosters
within the City. The Plan Commission discussed the existing ordinances, the proposed
ordinance, and the potential impacts such changes could have on the community.
MOTION to refer back to Public Safety by Commissioner Elm, seconded by
Commissioner Graskey. Carried.
4.4 Review and Approve Home Purchase Located at 1903 Banks Avenue for $240,00.00
The proposed purchase price of the property is $240,000. Director Serck introduced the
proposed home purchase to the Plan Commission and provided an update on the
development of the Community Land Trust Program. Commissioners discussed the condition
of the home, the framework and implementation of the Community Land Trust Program, and
the proposed sale price of the property. Commissioner Paine requested that a resolution
regarding the proposed purchase be prepared for consideration by the City Council.
MOTION to approve the purchase of the home located at 1903 Banks Avenue for
$240,000.00 with funds to be supplied by the Affordable Housing Fund by Commissioner
Paine, seconded by Commissioner Moffat. Carried.
5 RECURRING BUSINESS
5.1 Planning & Development Director Report
Director Serck shared with the Plan Commission an update on CHS leases, possible TIF
amendments in the near future, the 28th Street Land Separation upcoming project, an
update on opportunity zones and the demolition of the Sage Hotel.
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5.2 Housing Coordinator Update
Jeff Skrenes shared with the Plan Commission the WEDA CEO and other staff visited
Superior doing ribbon cutting and touring.
Commissioner Paine would like an update of HOMES bill for the next meeting.
5.3 Zoning Code Update
More updates to come during the next Plan Commission meeting.
6 ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 6:46 pm
Respectfully submitted by Amanda Granlund.
Source: City of Superior website. First collected Oct 11, 2026.