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• r • Planning & Zoning Board September 8, 1999 Page 9 Mr. Johnson stated the City needs to be sensitive to what occurs within this corridor. Mr. DeGardner concurred and noted this location is a central location but does not impact a large established residential area. Ms. Carlson pointed out that this plan appears to produce less traffic than the uses proposed in the Comprehensive Plan for commercial and multiple housing. Mr. DeGardner concurred. Acting Chair Lane agreed that the church would generate traffic but only occasionally and mostly during Sunday mornings. Mr. DeGardner stated they do not often program City park activities on Sunday mornings. Mr. Johnson stated his understanding is that the proposed church would be multi -use. Mr. Dunn stated staff has asked the Board to indicate if the •po the concept of the athletic complex. He noted there have been multiple q �aton� but conceptually he believed this offered a wonderful opportunity for Li property prices would only continue to soar. He stated his 100% support i •u� is parcel and work towards the development of an athletic comple � e . to e challenge will be if residents are willing to pay for this comple c.may if the mill rate is reduced. g P Y P Mr. Dunn noted there are not many other at would be suitable for this type of use. Mr. Schilling stated he also sup mplex 100% and believed there was a need. He agreed that this is •pl: unity. Mr. Johnson stated his Acting Chair Lan d annot envision Lino Lakes without such a facility. She stated she is thrille perty became available and fully supports its purchase. Mr. Corson agreed th time has come for this type of facility. Ms. Carlson agreed and stated her appreciation to the property owner for being willing to sell the property for this use. Mr. Johnson made a MOTION to declare the Board's hearty endorsement for the development of an athletic complex on the Montain property, and was supported by Ms. Carlson. Motion carried 6 -0. VII. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Johnson made a MOTION to adjourn the meeting at 8:06 p.m., and was supported by Mr. Corson. Motion carried 6 -0.