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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 28, 1996 Fahey suggested the matter be referred to the Planning Commission for their comment. Scalze felt this was a commercial use and should be located in a commercial area. Scalze pointed that the business would be dependent on drive-by traffic. This is one of the reasons commercial recreational uses in Industrial areas were limited. Johnson reported that the business needs a certain amount of ceiling clearance for the batting cages and basketball courts. It is rare to find this clearance in commercial areas. Johnson reported that in St. Paul his business is tucked into an industrial area. Johnson pointed out the customer only needs to find Grand Slam the first time. Fahey asked if a text amendment is necessary, suggesting the use might fit the criteria for private clubs and/or sports clubs. Marine felt the use was similar to a sports club. Fahey stated that he felt the use was consistent with the BW Zoning District, and he would not oppose a text amendment. Morelan felt a text amendment was not necessary, and the issue was a matter of interpretation of the existing code. Scalze questioned the hours the facility would be open for parties. Johnson replied that typically Grand Slam closes at 9 or 10 p.m. However, they would be willing to extend those hours for a party, even possibly doing overnight parties for children. The City Attorney indicated he would be more comfortable with the use locating in the industrial park provided a text amendment is approved clarifying this issue. Denise Moore, representing the ownership of North Star Estates Mobilehome Court, reported that there are 211 homes in the mobilehome court and she was concerned about large numbers of children roaming unsupervised. Fahey suggested if a problem becomes apparent, the City could impose reasonable regulations to address the 10