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FILE No. 731 10/10 '00 09:51 I D JOLD DEVELOPMENT 612 278 7574 subdued signage to tit within their surrounding. In addition, our building would be brick g on all four sides and would utilize only quality materials. The drive-thru operation of the building is located on the north side of the property facing the rail line, and is thus directed away from all residences and pedestrian views. Only prescriptions maybe dropped off and picked up at the drive-thru,and no loudspeaker system is used in the process. The loading area of the building is positioned on the west side facing the adjacent industrial property and is fully screened from view by a brick wall that matches the building exterior. Loading operations are conducted through a double door rather than a loading dock and typically involve only one semi-trailer delivery per week. Approvals To facilitate development of a commercial use, we will be requesting that the vacant parcel owned by 'Village Properties be re-zoned from it's current industrial classification _ to that of the commercial zoning existing on the Amoco property. We would work with Mr. Solie to see that the final platting process he haws already commenced is carried out in the manner required for our parcel. In a previous meeting with Mr. Morrison it sounded as though an administrative subdivision rather than preliminary and final platting may be possible. Please let me know the most efficient process to follow. 1 have directed.our architect to consult the St. Anthony zoning ordinances with respect to • parking requirements and setbacks, and to the hest of my'knowledge we are in compliance with all governing regulations. Our building and site signage will be designed to meet the St. Anthony signage criteria, and can be submitted whenever appropriate. L understand that we will need to request a conditional use permit for the drive-thru pharmacy operation. Tax Increment Assistance As T understand it from my meeting with yourself and Mr. Mornson, there may be TIF funds that were set aside for this property some time ago. Given the costs associated with . our redevelopment, specifically the environmental clean-up that we expect, the poor soils conditions that will require an expensive foundation system, and the significant grading and demolition that is required, we would certainly like to pursue the possibility of tax increment assistance. 1 believe our project would not only remove a defunct store, but also would add to the Saint Anthony tax base, and create a quality project. In addition, a national retailer with a stable financial position could help stimulate investment and job creation elsewhere in the area. TOLD would be leasing the building to Walgreens for a minimum of twenty years so you can be confident that everyone involved will be making a long-term commitment to the community.