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MINUTES Planning Commission July 14, 1988 St. John's Church. The Council had considered the possibility of expanding the Church definition of Public zoning to include the proposed use, however, (Cont.) problems with other Publically zoned land were anticipated and the Council felt the RB zoning was most appropriate. The Commission discussed the limitation of 10 people living in the convent at any one time and it was thought that this restriction came as a result of Fire Code requirements. Sister Shirley reported that the family that is coming consists of 10 people, however, two of the women are pregnant. There is also a brother who is currently living in the area who will move in with the family to teach them English and help get them settled. The Commission felt that some latitude should be offered on the restriction to 10 people. Mr. Herkenhoff recommended approval of the rezoning of the St. John's Church convent property from Public to Residential Business subject to the recommendations as contained in the Planner's report. Motion seconded by DeLonais. Motion carried 6 - 0. Davison pointed out that the City always gets publicity when approving uses such as a bingo hall and pool hall, but pointed out that just this evening recommendations were made for approval for a service site for the mentally handicapped and a temporary home for refuge families. Davison stated that the City has room to accommodate many different types of activities. Country The City Planner updated the Commission on the study that is taking place Drive on possible relocation of Country Drive as well as possible rezoning of Update the area to IP District. The Planner reported that there is someone interested in developing a metal building adjacent to the Best Tire location, and the Council directed the City Engineer and City Planner to expedite the study in this area so as not to hold the developer up longer than necessary. There is currently a 6 -month development moratorium placed on the area until these issues are resolved. City Costa asked about the recent article in the St. Paul newspaper regarding Taxes the City's tax rate. Davison explained this article and the fact that incorrect information was used to draw its conclusions The City's tax rate when compared to other cities in the County is actually about 34th. Page 7