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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—JUNE 27, 2022 14 Mayor Grant was of the opinion this was a unique request because the property owner had a 20 foot buffer in the side yard. While he did not like expanding legal non-conforming uses, he was willing to make an exception with this case. Councilmember Scott commented the last time this variance came before the Council he supported the request, along with the late Councilmember McClung. He stated this property had a great deal of cover, noted the garage would be well screened and the neighbors generally supported the request. For this reason, he would be supporting the variance request. The motion to adopt Resolution 2022-037, approving Planning Case 22-008, for a Variance at 4073 Valentine Court as presented in the June 27, 2022 Report to the City Council as amended by the conditions as recommended by staff carried 4-1 (Councilmember Holmes opposed). 10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 11. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Radziej noted he attended the State Farm Open House and he wished Samantha Ferrell all the best with her new agency. Councilmember Radziej wished everyone a safe and happy 4t'of July weekend. Councilmember Scott reported he attended the PTRC's park tour last week where the group visited Hazelnut, Sampson and Floral Parks. He noted the PTRC has vacancies and is looking for additional volunteers. Councilmember Holmes noted the Council received an email from a resident concerning the City's lack of a sound ordinance. She supported the Council improving its noise ordinance in order to address this concern. Councilmember Holden thanked Public Works for spraying the tennis courts. Councilmember Holden noted she attended the League of Minnesota Cities conference last week. She encouraged the City to consider using QR codes on future street improvement projects. Councilmember Holden asked if the Council would be interested in considering a sound wall near Glenhill at Snelling Avenue, near Johanna Marsh. Mayor Grant supported this matter being placed on a future work session agenda. Mayor Grant reported Ramsey County would be hosting an Open House on July 7 regarding the design of the trail on Lake Johanna Boulevard. The meeting will be held at City Hall. Mayor Grant commented he attended the State Farm ribbon cutting and grand opening.