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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – OCTOBER 10, 2016 5 Councilmember Wicklund was of the opinion this Ordinance should be tabled prior to a moratorium being put in place as it would undercut the process that was started several weeks ago by the University of Northwestern. Mayor Grant believed it was in the City’s best interest to take a look at the I-Flex zoning district stating this portion of the City has been a successful business incubator. Councilmember Holden did not believe the City was undercutting any process. She discussed the City’s planning process and did not believe that Arden Hills had to be forced into rezoning a property just because it became available. She questioned why the City’s zoning plans were not being respected now that Northwestern had a plan for their needs. She reiterated that the current zoning requirements would not allow for higher education in the I-Flex zoning district. Councilmember McClung stated he would be supporting the moratorium and reevaluating the proper locations for higher education. He reported that if staff determines the application submitted by the University of Northwestern was complete, it would be reviewed by the City in the next 180 days. Councilmember Holmes believed the moratorium was in response to Northwestern’s request and the Council’s need to properly evaluate where higher education should be located in the City. She wanted to be assured that this topic was thoroughly evaluated by the City. She commented on the moratorium that was conducted on the B-2 zoning district stating there has been a very positive outcome for this zoning district. Councilmember McClung agreed the moratorium on the B-2 zoning district brought about very positive efforts after much input from the City and its residents. A representative from the University of Northwestern presented the Council with a written document. MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 2016-008: An Interim Ordinance Temporarily Prohibiting Land Use Applications and Reviews for Higher Education Uses in Residential, Business, Industrial and Other Zones. The motion carried 4-1 (Wicklund opposed). 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. TCAAP Development Discussion Opportunity for Residents Mayor Grant stated under the Public Hearing section, citizens would have an opportunity to discuss ideas regarding the TCAAP development. Mayor Grant opened the public hearing at 7:33 p.m. With no one coming forward to speak, Mayor Grant closed the public hearing at 7:33 p.m.