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1 PROP'D PUBLIC Attorney Filla reviewed his letter dated 2-27-91, USE DEDICATION relative to the proposed Ordinance which incorporates (PARK) ORDINANCE the changes to the City's public use dedication provisions. He explained that review of the current --�� Ordinance was initiated due to recent negotiations for park dedication and during 3� the review process it was noted that new State legislation had not been incorporated into the Ordinance. The Attorney explained the proposed revisions separate two issues which were previously considered together as part of the negotiating process; the streets/utilities/storm water portion of the dedication is deleted prior to determining the percentage of dedication. He noted the method for establishing the "fair market value" of the land is amended to provide more flexibility during the negotiating process and the cost for appraisal of the land is reimbursed by the developer, rather than the City. Minutes of the Arden Hills Planning Commission Meeting, 3-6-91 Page 6 ORD. (Cont'd) Filla also discussed the reduction of the time-frame for installment payments of the dedication fees. • Commission questioned if the proposal is consistent with other communities. Filla advised the proposed its are consistent with other communities and may be somewhat more liberal, in certain areas, than other communities. Commission questioned the procedure for calculating fees in conjunction with minor subdivisions/lot splits. Filla stated the City has taken the average per lot dedication from recent residential developments and imposed those fees when required in conjunction with a minor subdivision. The Attorney stated the intent is to make the process more standardized and eliminate the lengthy negotiation process. Commission discussed the percentages listed on page 2, under Item (5) , and suggested the word "Maximum" be deleted from the language; each situation would be reviewed and merit given for other site amenities offered by the developer. Commission questioned if it would be reasonable to require all dedication fees be paid by the developer prior to issuance of a building permit. Filla and Bergly noted that other communities request all fees be paid in this manner and it would not be an unreasonable request. Piotrowski moved, seconded by Winiecki, to recommend to Council approval of the proposed Public Use Dedication Ordinance, with the following amendments: eliminate the word "Maximum", under Section 22.-9. (1) , page 2 and under item (5) delete the time frame for payment of the fees and incorporate language which specifies fees must be paid in full prior to issuance of a building permit. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0)