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March 25, 2021 PC Minutes Page 3 found that the proposal meets all the requirements necessary for the City to approve the requests and recommended that the Planning Commission take all public comments. Staff recommended that the Planning Commission approve the variance and CUP amendment for the Xcel Energy training facilities located at 13620 Fenway Boulevard North, subject to the conditions listed in the resolution. Commissioner Arcand asked how tall the surrounding trees are compared to the proposed utility poles. Staff stated that the top of the trees are at an elevation of approximately 1,000 feet and the tallest utility pole will be below that. Commissioner Derr asked staff to clarify that the location of the utility poles are all on the applicant's property. Staff stated that the outline Commissioner Derr was referring to is the wetland boundaries on site and that the poles will be required to remain outside of the wetland boundaries. Tim Mauseth, representing Xcel Energy, addressed the Planning Commission and emphasized the importance of the project and the applicant's commitment to providing adequate training to ensure safety protocols. Chair Kleissler opened the public hearing at 7:55pm. No one spoke. Chair Kleissler closed the public hearing at 7:56pm. The Planning Commission continued to discuss the applications. Commissioner Derr stated that Xcel Energy has been a great asset to the community and have consistently been a good neighbor to the surrounding properties. The Commissioners generally agreed. Commissioner Derr made a motion to approve the variance and CUP amendment for Xcel Energy for property located at 13620 Fenway Boulevard North, subject to the conditions listed in the resolution. Seconded by Commissioner Mulvihill. Ayes: Arcand, Derr, Fry, Kleissler, Lessard Mulvihill, Petty. Nay: None. Motion Carried. New Business Staff facilitated a discussion on moving to in -person meetings. The Commissioners discussed COVID protocols and generally agreed to work towards meeting in person in the upcoming months. The opportunity to provide hybrid remote/in-person meetings is a benefit for the Commissioners and residents.