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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION February 5, 201416 Mr. Schiferl expected that residents participating in the SSO program would be people who are committed to separating organics and would not dump organic materials. Commissioner Hames understood the intent of the program, however, she had concerns with the animals that could be attracted to the site, given the close proximity to single-family homes and walking trails. She had mixed feelings about the entire idea as it would adversely impact the homeowners adjacent to the yard waste site. Vice Chair Thompson announced that Commissioner Holewa has recused himself from taking action on this matter. She commented she composts on a daily basis and believed in this program. However, she understood the concerns on how this program could impact the neighbors and may attract animals. Commissioner Bartel was in favor of requiring the County to monitor the gate and suggested the conditional use permit be reviewed by the City in six or 12 months. Commissioner Hames stated that by setting a timeline, this would allow the City to reevaluate the program in six or 12 months. City Planner Streff stated that the Commission could add a condition that would require the County to install a surveillance system on the property. In addition, staff could consult with the City Attorney regarding a time limit on the conditional use permit. Commissioner Hames moved and Commissioner Jones seconded a motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 14-008 for a Conditional Use Permit at 1761 Lake Johanna Boulevard for a Public Use based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans, as amended by the three (3) conditions in the February 5, 2014, report to the Planning Commission, with the additional recommendation that staff review with the City Attorney the ability to put a time limit on this permit and that the City Council consider a condition that would require the applicant to install a surveillance system at the property for monitoring purposes. The motion carried unanimously (4-0) (Holewa abstained). UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS None. REPORTS A.Report from the City Council Councilmember Holmes updated the Planning Commission on City Council activities from the January 13, 2014, City Council Meeting including approval (5-0) of Planning Case 14-020 for an accessory structure setback variance at 3324 Lake Johanna Boulevard. The Council also voted to approve (5-0) Planning Case 14-021 for a PUD Amendment and Site Plan Review for a 1,310 Planning Commission recommended approval of both of these cases at their December 4, 2013, meeting.