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Mounds View Planning Commission June 7, 2000 <br />Regular Meeting Page 36 <br /> <br /> <br />the Coalition, the City could have access to additional funding sources to assist with the <br />Highway 10 redevelopment as well. <br /> <br />Chairperson Peterson stated that a representative from the city of Blaine was seated at his table, <br />and their interests in the Highway 10 redevelopment were very similar to those of the City. He <br />stated that this was a great opportunity, which may result in additional funding sources that were <br />not previously available. <br /> <br />Community Development Director Jopke stated that a reception would be held in Council <br />Chambers on Thursday evening, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., to honor the hard work of <br />Representative Haake, Senator Novak, and City Attorney Long with regard to the airport <br />legislation, which was passed. He encouraged the public to attend. <br /> <br />B. Withdrawal of Meinert Variance Application <br /> <br />Planning Associate Ericson stated that Harry Meinert, 2195 Pinewood Drive has decided not to <br />construct a garage, and therefore, has withdrawn his application for a variance. <br /> <br />9. Chairperson and Planning Commissioners Reports <br /> <br />Commissioner Laube stated that he had volunteered to serve as a member of the Highway <br />10Steering Committee, however, he has since returned to school, and has found that there is a <br />conflict in his schedule. He indicated he had many ideas and would like to be involved with the <br />Steering Committee, however, his school would continue through the end of July, and therefore, <br />he would offer this seat to another Planning Commission member who might desire to serve on <br />the committee. <br /> <br />Chairperson Peterson stated that this was a great opportunity to have an affect in the Highway 10 <br />redevelopment. He indicated all of the Steering Committee members who have attended thus far <br />have made an impact, and it was apparent that many things were going to happen as a result of <br />these meetings. He inquired if Commissioner Thomas would be interested in serving on this <br />committee. <br /> <br />Commissioner Thomas stated that she would be occupied with her duties as a new Planning <br />Commission member, and therefore, must decline. <br /> <br />Commissioner Laube stated that he has been watching the televised meetings and is attempting <br />to keep abreast of the proceedings. He indicated he had some thoughts on the issues, and would <br />forward these to staff. He reiterated he truly desired to serve on this committee, however, the <br />timing has not worked out in his favor. <br /> <br />No further reports were considered. <br /> <br />10. Adjournment