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•1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
2 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
3 FEBRUARY 20, 1996
4 I. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
5 The meeting was called to order and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chair Bergstrom at
6 7:02 p.m.
7
8 II. ROLL CALL.
9 Commissioners present: Bergstrom, Makowske, Gondorchin, Horst, Thompson, and
10 Franzese.
11 Commissioners absent: Delmonico.
12 Also present: Kim Moore-Sykes, Management Assistant; Larry Hamer, Public Works
13 Director; and Cathy Sorensen, Recording Secretary.
14 III. APPROVAL OF THE FEBRUARY 20, 1996 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA.
15 Motion by Gondorchin, seconded by Franzese, to approve the Planning Commission Agenda
for February 20, 1996 as presented.
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18 Motion carried unanimously.
19
.20 IV. APPROVAL OF JANUARY 16 AND JANUARY 30, 1996 PLANNING COMMISSION
21 MINUTES.
22 January 16, 1996•
23 Page 7, Line 25, change "Commissioner Gondorchin inquired if the capture value can
24 increase, it is a benefit to the owner." to "Commissioner Gondorchin inquired if the
25 capture value can increase, is it a benefit to the owner?"
26 Page 11, Line 20, change "Commissioner Makowske indicated that uses refer to either
27 a commercial use or a specific use," to "Commissioner Makowske indicated that uses
28 refer to land use for commercial or a specific permitted or conditional use."
29 January 30, 1996
30 Page 10, Line 8, change "Commissioner Franzese indicated a stop sign is located at 39th
31 and Stinson..." to "Commissioner Franzese indicated when a stop sign is located at 39th
�2 and Stinson...".
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1 Motion by Franzese, seconded by Gondorchin, to approve the Planning Commission minutes
2 of January 16 and January 30, 1996 as corrected.
3
4 Motion carried unanimously.
5 V. ST. ANTHONY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN.
6 a. Larry Hamer, Public Works Director
7 Chair Bergstrom welcomed Larry Hamer, Public Works Director. He explained the Planning
8 Commission has been meeting with the City's Directors to discuss issues they feel need to be
9 addressed for the next revision of the Comprehensive Plan.
10 Mr. Hamer explained that the water supply for St. Anthony is very adequate, and the reports
11 from the Department of Natural Resources show there is no need for additional wells. Mr.
12 Hamer explained that repair and replacement would be necessary if a well required it, and
13 water mains throughout the City may need some replacement due to age and condition. He
14 continued that the City has two filtration units for iron removal and GAC plant, which are
15 very effective in the processing of potable water.
Mr. Hamer explained that the sanitary sewer system requires ongoing maintenance. He stated
that sanitary sewers are completed in the City, and are on a four to five year maintenance
18 schedule.
19 Mr. Hamer explained that the storm sewer system in District 6 floods extensively. Discussion
20 was held on the specific location of District 6. Mr. Hamer explained that District 6 outfall
21 was behind the Northgate Motel, and after a hard rain there has been about six inches of
22 water that flowed down Highway 88 to the main storm sewer which goes to the Mississippi
23 River. He explained that it was designed to pipe water away from the location quickly with
24 a low spot for minor retention. Mr. Hamer explained they are continuing to try to improve
25 the flooding, and have spent monies for additional piping. He stated that the rainfall estimates
26 may have been low, and the system was designed for a 5 to 10 year storm instead of a 100 year
27 storm. He stated that research has been done on increasing the size of pipe located on
28 Broadway, and they obtained a storm sewer report from Barr Engineering, but the report
29 suggests that the improvements outlined are not cost effective. He suggested that at least the
30 trailer court, if it is ever redeveloped, that it has a retention basin on-site to retain their own
31 water.
32 Commissioner Horst inquired what are the specific problems in District 6. Mr. Hamer replied
33 that there is more water retained in District 6 than can be handled. He stated that corrections
34 are being implemented in the new system, but existing system changes are more difficult. He
35 stated the areas of 29th Avenue NE and Silver Lake Road, Pahl Avenue and Wilson Street,
�6 32nd Avenue NE and Edward Street, 29th Avenue NE and Roosevelt Street and Johnson's
4W Greenhouse at 33rd Avenue NE and Edward Street in the backyards, but retaining walls have
38 been built by individual property owners to protect their own properties and it has helped.
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1 Commissioner Gondorchin inquired if the City has two-foot or 18 inch pipe. Mr. Hamer
2 replied that it varies throughout the City. Commissioner Gondorchin inquired if certain
3 sections of the pipe could be used to hold the water for a period of time to ease the flooding.
4 Mr. Hamer replied that it is not cost effective as the rain will stop but the retention areas are
5 cleared within 20 minutes after a heavy rain. He stated that maintenance of the systems is the
6 key.
7 Chair Bergstrom explained that Barr Engineering submitted a report on storm water
8 management in July of 1992 which stated the storm sewer system was designed between 1940
9 and 1950, and is under-designed compared to current standards. He stated that larger pipes
10 should have been used, but the system was appropriate at the time of construction.
11 Commissioner Gondorchin stated that there are natural low land areas and water will still
12 follow in spite of development.
13 Mr. Hamer stated that Silver Point Park was a low, wet area and flooded in the early 1950's.
14 Chair Bergstrom stated that the report showed even if the City doubled the size of pipes from
15 Highway 88 to 35W to the Mississippi River, the tunnel to the Mississippi River is full. He
6 explained that the tunnel was redone in 1970, and the study showed the City could build a.
new tunnel, but the cost for 15,000 feet of pipe would be approximately $16 million.
18 Mr. Hamer stated that the Metro Waste Commission passed legislation that states cities cannot
19 combine sanitary sewer with storm sewer systems. He explained that the infrastructure was
20 separate in Minneapolis and goes into the same tunnel St. Anthony uses. He stated that a few
21 years ago it appeared to be adequate, but now it is not.
22 Chair Bergstrom explained that increasing the pipe sizes is not the solution to the problem,
23 because there is no place for the water to go. He continued that one solution outlined in the
24 report is to slow the water by adding ponds by Silver Point Park, Trillium Park, and the
25 trailer park and Town and Country Food Store and Autumn Woods Apartments. He stated
26 the cost is estimated at $5.7 million. Chair Bergstrom stated that the other solution outlined
27 in the report is flood protection for individual dwellings.
28 Chair Bergstrom inquired if the City has been found liable for flood damage. Mr. Hamer
29 stated no; the sewer system was installed before some of the homes. He continued that the
30 City inspects and documents storm sewers and they respond to individuals and make
31 corrections as needed. The City has never paid a claim.
32 Chair Bergstrom inquired what other methods could be used besides flood protection to
33 correct problems. Mr. Hamer replied that sump pumps and additional landscaping can help
4 with some flooding problems.
35 Chair Bergstrom inquired if it would be helpful to develop a code that requires basements to
36 be built over a certain elevation to avoid the ground water table. Mr. Hamer replied that it
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1 would not help much, as it is not the normal rainfall that causes problems but is the heavy
2 rains. He continued that the City could advise a property owner where to build to avoid
3 potential water problems. Chair Bergstrom stated this is what he meant by devising a code.
4 Mr. Hamer suggested mentioning the potential water flooding in the Comprehensive Plan and
5 paying attention to it, but that the City cannot tell a property owner what to do with his or
6 her property. Chair Bergstrom agreed that the City cannot dictate on specifics, but can on
7 items such as setbacks. , Commissioner Makowske stated it could be used as a policy, not as
8 a code.
9 Mr. Hamer suggested "flagging" the designated area as a water retention zone. Chair
10 Bergstrom stated it is better to have it in the code to ensure it will be followed. Mr. Hamer
11 stated it could be used as an overall policy, not to individuals.
12 Chair Bergstrom stated that designated area for potential flooding problems would not have
13 to be specific, just flagged to describe it. Mr. Hamer stated that it floods in the same places
14 each time.
15 Commissioner Gondorchin inquired if a map could be created outlining the problem areas.
16 Mr. Hamer replied that it could be done, but cautioned to be careful in identifying specific
7 areas. Commissioner Gondorchin agreed that the area could be outlined as District 6, for
example, and not a specific street location. Mr. Hamer suggested adding the map to the code
19 book as well.
20 Chair Bergstrom inquired where the body of knowledge should be for specifics in public
21 works. Mr. Hamer replied that it should be in the codes and with the building inspectors.
22 Commissioner Gondorchin inquired if drain tile is effective in most homes. Mr. Hamer
23 replied that it is best used in areas with high water tables, but will not work for flooding
24 problems. He suggested that grading and landscaping work best to correct the infiltration of
25 water into basements. He continued that most of the City is built on clay which is more
26 impervious to water than sand.
27 Commissioner Franzese empathized with those that have had flooding problems. Discussion
28 was held on downspout connections.
29
30 Chair Bergstrom inquired of the status of the City's wells. Mr. Hamer stated that Wells 1 and
31 2 have been capped, leaving Wells 3, 4 and 5. He explained that Well 3 was the first to be
32 developed, and is 568 feet in the Jordan Sandstone/Prairie du Chein aquifer. He continued
33 that Well 3 is an open dolomite, connecting one aquifer to another, and will pump 1,250
34 gallons per minute. Wells 4 and 5 are in the Jordan Sandstone aquifer.
465 Commissioner Gondorchin inquired why the well is illegal. Mr. Hamer replied that aquifers
16 cannot connect with open dolomites. It has been determined that sandstone is not a sufficient
37 separation between aquifers.
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1 Mr. Hamer stated that two wells is sufficient for the City, with one as a back-up.
2 Chair Bergstrom stated that a new municipal well would be very costly, and inquired what
3 is the life expectancy of a well barring any future contamination. Mr. Hamer replied that a
4 well can last indefinitely with proper maintenance. He added that every well house pump has
5 been changed, and that the well itself is pulled every five to six years and added stainless steel
6 pumping shafts in the water to cut down on the cost of repair. He stated that normal well
7 maintenance is approximately $20,000 per five years. Mr. Hamer stated that Well 4 will be
8 maintained this year.
9 Chair Bergstrom inquired of the well head protection program, which he stated is a Minnesota
10 state program. Mr. Hamer replied that when a well is abandoned, it is capped. He continued
11 that well head protection is a pilot program by Hennepin County Conservation District. He
12 stated the program outlines that the well head is protected by zoning, that any building is a
13 specific number of feet away from the well head, and that no chemical manufacturers are built
14 near the well head to protect from any spillage into the well head.
15 Discussion was held on the location of the City's wells.
Mr. Hamer offered to speak to the Commission at another time on the park system or
anything else they would like to hear. Chair Bergstrom thanked Mr. Hamer for his
18 presentation.
19 VI. MISCELLANEOUS UPDATE/REVIEW.
20 a. Review of Approved Conditional Uses
21 Commissioner Gondorchin reviewed and commented on the following Conditional Uses
22 outlined in the Code Book:
23 Page 16-12 Code Book
24 1615.03 Permitted Conditional Uses (B).
25 Comments: Should libraries be listed as a permitted conditional use in an R-1 district?
26
27 Commissioner Franzese stated that 10 years ago, the library was relocated into the school,
28 which is located in a residential area.
29 Page 16-14 Code Book
30 1616.02 and 1616.03 Permitted and Conditional Uses.
31 Comments: Should R-1A mirror R-1?
Commissioner Gondorchin stated that lakeshore publicly owned recreational facilities would
be nice for a park, but is not a permitted use.
34 Page 16-16 Code Book
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1 1620.02 and 1620.03 Permitted and Conditional Uses.
2 Comments: Should R-2 Two-Family district mirror R-1?
3 Commissioner Gondorchin stated the same should be applied to 1620.02 and 1620.03.
4 Commissioner Gondorchin inquired if it should mirror the residential districts, with no
5 schools or public buildings.
6 Page 16-18 Code Book
7 1625.02 and 1625.03 Permitted and Conditional Uses.
8 Comments: Suggest no change to R-3 Townhouse section.
9 Commissioner Gondorchin suggested no change to this section. He noted that permitted
10 conditional uses are nursing homes.
11 Page 16-19 Code Book
12 1630.02 and 1630.03 Permitted and Conditional Uses.
13 Comments: Suggest no change to R-4 Multiple Family.
14 Commissioner Gondorchin suggested no change to this section. He noted state licensing,
5 nursing homes, and density was sufficient.
16 Page 16-21 through 16-25 Code Book
17 1635.02 Permitted Uses. (Pages 16-21 through 16-24)
18 Comments:
19 k - Delete reference to drive-in banking facilities?
20
21 q - Does bus station imply maintenance?
22 Commissioner Gondorchin suggested clarifying if passenger loading was occurring.
23 Commissioner Horst stated it was not Metro Transit.
24 s - Clarify drive-in versus drive-thru?
25
26 Commissioner Gondorchin stated this was likely created to eliminate restaurant
27 facilities, such as an A&W drive-in. Mr. Hamer stated that traffic patterns was the
28 reason for establishing conditions for drive-ins and drive-thru windows. Mr. Hamer
29 explained that it was intended to have property owners approach the City with their
30 plans to correctly construct such establishments with good traffic flow.
31 Commissioner Horst stated this was common for stipulations on permitted uses. Mr.
32 Hamer stated it was common on Conditional Use Permits. Commissioner Horst stated
3 this was not very business friendly.
34 Commissioner Makowske stated that the code dealt with public safety. Commissioner
35 Horst asserted it deters business. Mr. Hamer stated a traffic flow problem occurred
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1 with the Subway restaurant. Commissioner Gondorchin stated that public safety is a
2 condition of a variance request.
3 Mr. Hamer stated that traffic flow maps were part of the permitted conditional use.
4 Chair Bergstrom inquired who reviews the traffic flow map. Mr. Hamer replied that
5 only the staff reviews the traffic flow maps.
6 vv- Simply state retail sales only?
7
8 Commissioner Gondorchin stated that this should apply only to retail sales and not to
9 tanning to avoid any odor problems.
10 jjj-Clarify drive-in versus drive-thru?
11 Commissioner Gondorchin suggested applying the same reasoning as above, avoiding
12 the dine-in facilities such as an A&W.
13 000-Delete taxi stand?
4 Commissioner Gondorchin expressed concern for dispatch facilities, gasoline pumps,
etc. He suggested further defining this section to avoid these issues. Commissioner
16 Horst stated it is intended for taxi parking and turnaround only.
17
18 1635.03 Conditional Uses. (Page 16-25)
19 b - Clarify drive-in versus drive-thru?
20
21 e - Delete churches?
22
23 j - Specify no outside storage to eliminate auto auctions, etc.?
24
25 Commissioner Gondorchin stated outdoor auctions may be offensive, and indoor
26 auction would be fine. He suggested a double-wide door to move vehicles through.
27 He suggested that auctions may not be a desirable activity.
28 o - Delete pool or billiard halls?
29 Commissioner Gondorchin took exception to pool or billiard halls as it may attract
30 individuals not desirable for the City.
31 r - Add definition for arcade and impose regulation where a percentage (X) of total
32 sales must be derived from food. This would be to avoid establishment of "pure"
�3 arcade.
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1 Commissioner Gondorchin suggested imposing a regulation that imposes a certain
2 percentage of total sales must be derived from food. He stated this may not be legal,
3 and would have to be reviewed thoroughly.
4 s - Delete motorcycle sales?
5 Page 16-27 through 16-28 Code Book
6 1640.02 Permitted Uses Light Industrial
7 Comments: Add general statement regarding industries that may pose environmental
8 concerns.
9 Chair Bergstrom inquired what type of language would be used regarding the environmental
10 concerns. Commissioner Gondorchin suggested not allowing certain manufacturers as a
11 permitted use, such as canvas product facilities and tanning processors. Commissioner Horst
12 stated that the list could include almost any byproduct from any facility. Commissioner
13 Gondorchin stated that his intent was to eliminate certain product processes that emit a
14 noxious odor.
15 Commissioner Horst noted that the code is Light Industrial, and there will likely always be
16 a concern over hazardous noise or odor. Commissioner Gondorchin suggested taking those
facilities in question and placing them on the Conditional Use Permit listing rather than the
18 permitted use listing.
19 Mr. Hamer noted that the Pollution Control Agency (PCA) has equipment that can detect
20 certain pollution,with no cost to the City. Commissioner Gondorchin stated Burger Transfer
21 once had trucks running continuously, which was very bothersome to the residents, and PCA
22 determined that the noise and emissions were not at a level that would be of concern.
23 Commissioner Gondorchin stated he was not suggesting creating codes that were not
24 enforceable.
25 1640.03 Permitted Conditional Uses.
26 Comments:
27 a - Delete due to environmental concerns?
28 c - Delete due to environmental concerns?
29 Page 16-29 Code Book
30 1645.02 Permitted Uses Recreational Space.
31 Comments: No changes suggested.
32 Commissioner Gondorchin suggested each Commissioner review the above codes in a similar
33 manner. Chair Bergstrom suggested adding language to permitted uses outlining if the facility
4 produces any noxious odors they would be required to apply for a Conditional Use Permit.
35 Commissioner Franzese volunteered to review Section 16.24.
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1 Chair Bergstrom suggested submitting to him any comments on the above code review before
2 the next meeting packet is distributed. Chair Bergstrom thanked Commissioner Gondorchin
3 - for his time.
4 b. Goal Setting
5 Chair Bergstrom stated that the City is planning an off-site retreat on March 8 and 9, 1996,
6 for Councilmembers, department heads and the Planning Commission Chair. Chair
7 Bergstrom stated he is soliciting comments from the Commission on collective goal setting to
8 take to the retreat.
9 Commissioner Makowske suggested making the process more user friendly for applying for
10 permits, variances, etc. Chair Bergstrom stated that staff develops a handout for each
11 application. Commissioner Makowske stated that an explanation is in the code. Chair
12 Bergstrom agreed the process could be made easier.
13 Commissioner Gondorchin suggested establishing a checklist for applications. Mr. Hamer
14 stated it is difficult to choose a guideline for the application process as each one is different.
65 Commissioner Makowske stated that the Commission received many variance requests without
•5 a hardship component. Chair Bergstrom stated it should be a blunt policy handout outlining
17 requirements.
18 Mr. Hamer stated that the retreat will focus on goal setting only. Ms. Moore-Sykes stated the
19 retreat group will review the last two years' progress and plan goals for the next year.
20 Commissioner Franzese suggested upgrading communications, such as e-mail and cable access
21 for Council and Commission meetings. She suggested creating pamphlets outlining application
22 processes.
23 Commissioner Makowske agreed that pamphlets could be more broad in nature, and state that
24 the Planning Commission is bound by certain guidelines, and if they are not met the
25 application will not be approved.
26 Commissioner Makowske inquired of the fund established for the Planning Commission.
27 Chair Bergstrom replied that the remaining $5,000 will be used in 1997 to finalize the work
28 plan.
29
30 VII. STAFF UPDATE.
a. Replatting of Chandler Place and St. Anthony Health Center Properties
b. Variances for Chandler Place — Summer Construction Plans
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1 Ms. Moore-Sykes reported that Mr. Miller contacted staff regarding a proposed addition to the
2 St. Anthony Health Center. In order to build this addition, he needs to get State approval and
3 expand the lot.
4 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated that a moratorium has been placed on nursing home expansion and
5 Mr. Miller has applied for an exception to the moratorium. She reported that currently
6 Chandler Place and the nursing home are on two separate properties with an easement that
7 gives Chandler Place access to the dining facilities of the St. Anthony Care Center.
8 Mr. Hamer stated that, in addition to the proposed addition, Mr. Miller needs to replat for
9- the purpose of the loan value.
10 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated that there is not sufficient parking if the proposed addition is built.
11 Commissioner Gondorchin inquired who the parking would be for. Ms. Moore-Sykes replied
12 it would be for staff and visitors.
13 Mr. Hamer stated that he counted parking at Chandler Place and noted 17 vacant spaces on
14 site, with 10 cars parking on Chandler Drive. He stated that parking is a problem for those
5 visitors going to Chandler Place.
16 Chair Bergstrom inquired how accurately staff can predict the shift size. Mr. Hamer replied
17 that there is sufficient parking available for both facilities to park on site, without using street
18 parking.
19 C. Review Village Properties Proposed.Construction
20 Ms. Moore-Sykes reported that Mr. Cowan submitted plans for the development of property
21 east of American Monarch, located on 37th Avenue and Silver Lake Road. She stated that the
22 replatting and subdivision of the property is separate from the Monarch property and will
23 have to be applied for. Ms. Moore-Sykes stated the issues that will have to be addressed
24 include the rear yard setback variance, elevation maps to determine that no ground cover is
25 removed from the water main that exists to the north of the building, and drainage and water
26 retention plans. - She stated that according to the submitted plan, parking appears to be
27 sufficient.
28 Chair Bergstrom stated he was concerned about the water main. Mr. Hamer stated that the
29 storm sewer, east of the Monarch property, is located near the propane tanks and the railroad
30 right-of-way. He stated that it is five feet past the property line, and a zero lot line is needed.
31 Mr. Hamer stated that there is not sufficient room to dig for storm sewer and the City must
32 use the railroad property to back trucks and equipment for the project. He stated that there
�3 will not be a lifetime easement given if requested and that the City could condemn the
�4 property.
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1 Chair Bergstrom inquired if water main lines can be shown in packet maps. Mr. Hamer stated
2 there is no footprint of the building yet.
3 d. EAW, Apache Plaza - FYI
4 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated that a copy of the February 15, 1996, EAW report on Apache Plaza
5 has been included in the Planning Commission packet. Chair Bergstrom inquired if there
6 were any signed comments. Ms. Moore-Sykes replied there were not.
7 e. Telecommunications Seminar
8 Ms. Moore-Sykes reported that neither she or Mike Mornson can attend the upcoming
9 telecommunications seminar and asked if anyone from the Planning Commission would like
10 to attend. Commissioner Makowske will attend the seminar on Thursday, February 22, 1996,
11 from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon.
12- VIII. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
13 Commissioner Franzese noted that the American Monarch building loading docks may create
�4 traffic problems.
15 Chair Bergstrom inquired what will be on next month's agenda. Ms. Moore-Sykes stated that
16 it will include the Chandler subdivision/replatting request and that Village Properties have not
17 yet applied for a subdivision of property yet.
18 Chair Bergstrom inquired if a concept review will be done on the Village Properties proposal
19 before the public hearing. He stated that as the "significant" developments come before the
20 Planning Commission, he would like to hold a concept review workshop before the public
21 hearing. Mr. Hamer suggested holding the workshop one to two weeks before the meeting
22 to speed the process. Chair Bergstrom agreed, stating it would be pro-active to review plans
23 in that manner. Mr. Hamer stated it would also assist staff in preparing what is needed for
24 the public hearing. Commissioner Makowske stated he liked being prepared previous to the
25 public hearing.
26 Commissioner Franzese cautioned that the public hearing may become "dry" to the public,
27 who wants to hear the issues as they come before the Planning Commission. Chair Bergstrom
28 stated he agreed with Commissioner Franzese, but noted that the Planning Commission's
29 mission is to make the best possible decisions and projects, and that is best served by a concept
30 review.
31 Commissioner Gondorchin noted he had no further comments.
0 Commissioner Franzese commented on the senior citizen center on 18th Avenue and Filmore
33 Street in Minneapolis.
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1 Commissioner Thompson stated he would like to see the Apache Plaza name used for the new
2 shopping center, as it has a 35-year history and is an established part of St. Anthony. Ms.
3 Moore-Sykes stated that the developers have decided to keep the Apache Plaza.name for those
4 reasons. Commissioner Gondorchin inquired as to the political correctness of the Apache
5 Plaza name. Ms. Moore-Sykes stated that political correctness was a concern to the developer,
6 but they decided to keep it as it has historic value to the community.
7 Chair Bergstrom stated he and Ms. Moore-Sykes attended the Livable Communities Act
8 Workshop,and the Metropolitan Council is encouraging municipalities which haven't achieved
9 affordable housing goals, to do so. He noted that St. Anthony has determined its affordable
10 housing goals, and a corresponding action plan is due June 30, 1996 to the Metropolitan
11 Council. He suggested that it is a good opportunity to address residential housing issues for
12 the Comprehensive Plan.
13 Commissioner Makowske noted he will be in attendance at the next meeting, as his school
14 schedule permits it.
15
16 IX. ADJOURNMENT.
Motion by Thompson, seconded by Franzese, to adjourn the meeting at 10:40 P.M.
19 Motion carried unanimously.
20
21 Respectfully submitted,
22 Cathy Sorensen
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