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Mounds View Planning Commission January 15, 2020 Regular Meeting Page 3 ________________________________________________________________________ Commissioner Nelson asked if the proposed changes were in alignment with surrounding cities and the County. Community Development Director Sevald stated he was not certain but noted City staff was working to align City Code with State Statute. Commissioner Nelson inquired if the Planning Commission could make a request to review a final plat prior to receiving approval by the City Council. Community Development Director Sevald indicated the Planning Commission could make this request but noted the intent would be to only bring plats back that have been significantly altered. Commissioner Monn questioned if the City would still plan to send out public notifications. Community Development Director Sevald stated public notifications would be sent and reported notification would also be printed in the City’s official newspaper which was the Shoreview Press. Council Member Meehlhause discussed why the City Council had elected to use the Shoreview Press as its official newspaper. He indicated it was becoming an issue because the smaller local newspapers were going out of business. Community Development Director Sevald commented one option for the City to consider would be to post yard signs for properties requesting a conditional use permit, variance or subdivision. He noted if the City wanted to pursue these type of yard signs, a policy could be written. Commissioner Farmer asked if public notices are on the City’s website. Community Development Director Sevald reported public notices were not easy to find as they were included in meeting packets. Commissioner Farmer recommended the City Council look into more modern forms of public notifications in order to eliminate the antiquated methods that are currently being used. Commissioner French suggested a subcommittee be formed to brainstorm ideas on how to improve communication between the City and the public. Chair Stevenson stated at this time, the City cannot eliminate the mailing practice. The Commission was in agreement. Commissioner Farmer requested further information on how the City defines an outlot. Community Development Director Sevald provided the Commission with how the City defines an outlot. MOTION/SECOND: Commissioner Farmer/Commissioner Rundle. To recommend the City Council retaining the language in Subdivision 8 to read: and shall cause a notice to be mailed 10 days before the hearing. Ayes – 6 Nays – 0 Motion carried.