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MINUTES HUGO PLANNING COMMISSION November 18, 2010 Call to Order Chairman Schumann called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. PRESENT: Arcand, Gwynn, Kleissler, McRoberts, Schumann ABSENT: Moore, Rosenquist ALSO PRESENT: Bryan Bear, Community Development Director Dennis Fields, Community Development Assistant Rachel Juba, Planner Approval of Minutes of October 28, 2010 Gwynn made motion, Kleissler seconded, to approve the Planning Commission minutes of October 28, 2010 with this change. All Ayes, Motion carried. Public Hearing — Zoning Map and Ordinance Updates to be consistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan Planner, Rachel Juba, gave the background to the Planning Commission. She explained that the Council adopted the 2030 comprehensive plan in March of 2010 and there is a 9 month time period in order to make the zoning ordinance consistent with the comprehensive plan. Rachel Explained the major changes including additions and deletions in the zoning ordinance and performance standards. The Ordinance Review Committee reviewed the changes and recommends approval. Schumann opened the public hearing. Sarah Frederickson, 5955 180th ST N, asked questions about the 2030 land use maps and who gets to decide what gets put there. She expressed concerns about high density residential around Hardwood Creek. She claimed that she was ignored by staff when she called or emailed the City. Community Development Director, Bryan Bear, explained the differences between the land use and zoning maps. He also explained to the audience the comprehensive plan process and the noticing that went out to each of the property owners while the decisions were being made. Patrick Shearen, 14187 Froest Blvd. N, felt that he would have a large financial loss if his property changed from commercial to residential zoning. He wanted to be able to sell his property or put a business there sometime in the future.