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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION AUGUST I5, 2008 The City Planner pointed out the vacant residential property in the northeast quadrant of the City (Scully, Himmelbach, etc.). He noted that the land use plan calls for low density residential development. The Planner also noted that this are is impacted by existing wetlands. It was the consensus of the Commission to retain the low density residential designation. The next area is a small residential tract (4 to 5 acres) in the area of LaSore Road and Arcade Street. The Planner noted that this parcel has limited access. Its current designation is low density residential It was the consensus of the Commission to retain that designation. The final area reviewed is asingle-family residential area located southeast of 35E and Highway 36. It was the consensus of the Commission to retain the land use as single-family residential. The City Planner indicated that he would present the Commission's comments to the City Council at their next meeting. The Planner reviewed the process to finalize the Comp Plan Update, noting that it must be submitted to the Met Council by year end (unless an extension is requested). Neighboring communities will also be given a review and comment period, and the Planner hoped to submit the draft update to neighboring communities in October. The City Planner noted that there are not a lot of significant changes to Little Canada's Comp Plan given the City is fully developed. He anticipated having a complete draft of the plan by mid-September, and holding a joint workshop with the Council and Planning Commission in October. After that point a public hearing could be held to obtain public input to the plan. ADJOURN Duray recommended that the meeting be adjourned. Motion seconded by Socha. Motion carried 6 - 0. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:17 p.m. submitted, City Clerk -8-