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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 5, 201312 Commissioner Zimmerman questioned if this was a long-term or short-term solution for Bethel University. Ms. Nelson stated this would be a long term solution for Bethel, as Arden Hills was a great location for working adults to attend evening classes. Chair Larson opened the public hearing at 7:05 p.m. Chair Larson invited anyone for or against the application to come forward and make comment. Bob Curtis, 1186 Benton Way, stated he lived adjacent to the Country Financial building. He commented that they had been a good neighbor. He was neither for nor against the proposal and had attended the meeting to learn more. There being no additional comment Chair Larson closed the public hearing at 7:06 p.m. Commissioner Thompson recommended clear signage be added to the property to direct students to this site. Commissioner Zimmerman was pleased that Bethel University was looking to Arden Hills for another educational hub. He supported the request as submitted. Commissioner Zimmerman moved and Commissioner Thompson seconded a motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 13-008 for a Zoning Code Amendment at 2 Pine Tree Drive based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans, as amended by the three conditions in the June 5, 2013, report to the Planning Commission. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). Commissioner Thompson moved and Commissioner Scott seconded a motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 13-008 for a Conditional Use Permit at 2 Pine Tree Drive to allow high education at this site based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans, as amended by the three conditions in the June 5, 2013, report to the Planning Commission. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). REPORTS A.Report from the City Council Councilmember McClung updated the Planning Commission on City Council activities from the May 13, 2013, City Council Meetingnoting the City Council voted to approve Planning Case 13-005 for a sign standard adjustment at 1195 County Road E and Planning Case 13-006 for a sign standard adjustment at the Ramsey County TCAAP property. The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of these two items at their May 8, 2013, regular meeting. May 13, 2013, City Council Work Session The City Attorney made a presentation to the City Council on th ordinance and code enforcement practices. Following the presentation, there was a discussion regarding what additional measures the City should take to better address code enforcement