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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION – May 9, 2012 9 Chair Larson closed the public hearing at 7:18 p.m. Commissioner Hames stated this is a case where the larger sign should be allowed. Commissioner Thompson agreed with Commissioner Hames comment. Commissioner Thompson stated we do need to be aware of the traffic and the area needs to be clearly marked. She is also concerned about the parking spots near the drive-thru and possibly the three parking spots possibly should be removed. Commissioner Holewa stated he agrees the traffic may need to be monitored in the future. Commissioner Stodola asked if a “do not enter” sign would be present to prevent traffic from entering the wrong way into the drive-thru. City Planner Meagan Beekman indicated where the “do not enter” sign is planned to be. Commissioner Hames suggested the parking aisle should be made one way. Commissioner Zimmerman asked if the lost parking spaces from the construction of the drive-thru are a concern about number of parking spots. City Planner Meagan Beekman stated the code requirements for parking are still met. Commissioner Hames stated she would be in favor of having the City Council approve the signage. Commissioner Holewa stated he would vote in favor of having the signage condition as part of the motion. Commissioner Thompson stated she would vote in favor with the condition. Commissioner Hames stated she would vote either way. Commissioner Holewa moved and Commissioner Zimmerman seconded a motion to approve Planning Case 12-008 for a PUD Amendment at 3717 Lexington Avenue North based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans as amended by the four conditions in the May 9, 2012, report to the Planning Commission. The motion carried unanimously (6-0). UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS None REPORTS A. Report from the City Council Councilmember Holmes noted the City has begun work on an implementation plan for public improvements outlined in the Guiding Plan for the B-2 District. As part of the process the City Council has appointed a Corridor Advisory Committee, which consists of business and property owners along County Road E. The purpose of the committee is to work with the City’s consultants and advise the Council on corridor improvements including access improvements, streetscaping, and traffic. The consultants will also be meeting individually with each property owner in the District over the coming months. Councilmember Holmes noted which businesses were represented at the meeting.