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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL — OCTOBER 12, 2020 7 <br />Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla reviewed the exterior site plans and <br />pointed out the windows that had been added to the building. He explained the intent was to <br />create a more office -like appearance from the interstate. <br />Mayor Grant asked that staff put on the screen the picture he sent to staff of another Scannell <br />Property. He called to the Council's attention that their other property was brick, not brick <br />veneer. He explained the windows were slightly tinted and there were very few metal panels on <br />the building. It was noted this property was located on Winnetka in Brooklyn Park. He indicated <br />there was a lot more traffic along 694 than Winnetka. He stated he would like to see the proposed <br />building exterior improved given the high level of visibility. <br />Councilmember Holmes reported she was having difficulty logging into the meeting via Zoom. <br />She explained she was not able to see any of the pictures staff was reviewing with the Council. <br />Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla indicated he sent the pictures from <br />the Mayor to each City Councilmember. <br />Councilmember McClung stated he had visited each of the Scannell buildings. <br />Councilmember Scott explained he was able to see the pictures and noted he also visited similar <br />properties. <br />Councilmember McClung supported the Mayor's comment regarding the brick. He stated he <br />would like to see real brick used on the proposed building. <br />Councilmember Holmes commented she received the photos from staff. <br />Further discussion ensued regarding the building facade. <br />Councilmember Holden asked if Lot 2 would be able to support a trail around Long Lake. <br />Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla stated the intent of the easements <br />would be to allow for a trail in the future. <br />Councilmember Holmes questioned if the concern was that the proposed brick was veneer versus <br />real brick. <br />Mayor Grant commented this was his concern. He noted the veneer was a less expensive option. <br />He explained his concern was that real brick was used by the developer on a less visible property <br />and thought perhaps this building should also have brick. <br />Councilmember Holden inquired if the Mayor wanted to see the percentage of brick/brick veneer <br />expanded. <br />Mayor Grant reported he was not looking for the area to expand but was wondering if the City <br />should require the developer to use real brick versus brick veneer. <br />