Tony Bestwick

The meeting included public hearings for a preliminary and final plat for Paradise Park Estates Addition, Replat 3 of Outlot C. Discussions focused on lot size, zoning, and the fact that most of the area is in a floodplain with a wastewater main running through it; a motion was carried to present the plat for City Council approval. A second public hearing was held for the updated comprehensive plan for the City of York. A presentation detailed the planning process, public input statistics, land use compatibility, intensity, the Tower District, walkability, green space, and one-way streets; a motion was carried to present the updated plan for City Council approval.

The meeting commenced with the election of the Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for the calendar year 2026. Key discussions involved a public hearing for preliminary and final plats, specifically for York Creekside 2nd Subdivision and Northwest York Industrial Park, both of which were recommended for presentation to the City Council for approval. Additionally, a public hearing was held for a special use permit filed by Hoppy Days LLC dba Elm Brewing Co LLC for a distillery, brewery, and winery, which was also recommended for City Council approval. No action was taken on the preliminary and final plat for Paradise Park Estates Addition due to missing required documents.

The meeting included discussions on a mural proposal, an adult prom event, and an update on the BLIXT production. There were also updates on social media hits and brainstorming for next year's cultural festival. Ideas for big grant submissions were discussed, including more murals, hanging art, and enhancements to the Auditorium curtains. The location of a "Now Showing" sign was also discussed, but no resolution was reached.

The commission held public hearings and considered recommendations for several key items, including an ordinance for annexation of a tract of land, preliminary and final plats for multiple subdivisions, a special use permit for an automobile wrecker/vehicle towing service, and a movers permit for a single-family home relocation. Each item was discussed, and recommendations were made to the City Council for approval.

The meeting included discussions and a public hearing regarding the Lichti 1st Subdivision plat, which was recommended for approval to the City Council. Another public hearing was held for a rezoning request filed by the IOOF to change the zoning of a 13.25-acre area from Residential to Agriculture; this matter was tabled for further review regarding potential amendments to the Comprehensive Plan.