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SPECIAL COUNCIL WORK SESSION FEBRUARY 28, 2000 • Overall, the changes appear to create a site that is more compatible with the surroundings through the use of setbacks, landscaping and a reduction in paved surface. • Ms. Sherman stated staff did recommend approval of the site plan at Planning and Zoning. However, a complete submittal, including drainage/grading plans are needed to make a full recommendation to the City Council. Staff advised the deadline for the project is March 13, 2000. Staff expressed concern regarding time for the grading plan to be completed and reviewed by the deadline. Staff advised that if Council is comfortable with the changes in the plan, another extension could be granted to complete the plans. Mr. Gary Nordness, Developer for the project, came forward and stated the applicant is requesting approval subject to final engineering plans to be approved by the City Engineer. He reviewed the changes in the plan noting the reduction of impervious surface. He asked the City Engineer if the reduction in impervious surface allows for a better plan. The City Engineer advised that the reduction in impervious surface is an improvement. He added that other projects have been approved subject to final grading plan revisions but not to the extent that has been requested on this project. He stated the staff concern is the possibility of changes to the site plan based on the grading plan. The grading plan could impact the design of the project. Mr. Mark Finnemann, Architect for the project, stated the original plan submitted did include the grading plan. There were issues that could easily be resolved. Because the revised plan is a better plan with less impact, the grading plan should not be an issue. The applicant wants to determine the Council comfort with the revised plan. The plan is a good plan for the site and will be a good neighbor to the athletic complex. He referred to different drawings demonstrating the view of the building. Mr. Nordness stated the impervious surface on Phase I is 15%. He compared the 80% impervious surface of the White Bear Township Movie Theater. He advised the applicant has a letter from the County regarding access. The traffic will be stacked on site. Staff distributed a memo from City staff regarding the applicant's request for approval of the revised site plan. Mayor Berge son reviewed the following Council options regarding action: 1. Approval with conditions. 2. Deny the project. The project cannot come back before Council for one year.