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I I. I I I I I I I .e I I I I I I I .- I ,ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - MARCH 27. 1995 12, representative from Bethel College commented to the Pioneer Press that ifit was to do all over again, Bethel College would not have proceeded, because they are concerned with the perception of the community. She noted Bethel is seeking also the best possible solution to this dilemma. Mr. Joseph L. V odonik oU723 Glenview Avenue, indicated in the 1950's this area was a wetland were ducks nested and this is not the case now, due to development of the area Mayor Probst indicated there are two options, the COlUlCil may continue the Public Hearing, or close it and set a second hearing in the future. Council concurred to set a second Public Hearing in the future. Mayor Probst closed the Public Hearing at 9: 12 p.m. Mayor Probst informed the audience that the second Public Hearing will most likely be held in May after actions by the Rice Creek Watershed District and results of the EA W petition. He wished to personally thank the audience for being cordial in their participation. Councilmember Malone inquired as to a timetable regarding the PUD request. City Adrnini>:trator Fritsinger indicated the City has 60 days. Councilmember Hicks inquired if there would be a hold during the period of review of the EA W petition. City Attorney Filla believed there would be a stay pending actions regarding the EA W, the time would start again once a decision is reached regarding the ordering of the EA W. Mr. Ogren felt the study is redundant and perhaps just a stall. He requested the Council take action on ordering of the EA W by their April 1 0, 1995 meeting. City Administrator Fritsinger indicated concern if an EA W is done, would the time frame be extended.. City Attorney Filla indicated perhaps if the 45 days expire, the City Council could deny on the basis of insufficient information. PLANNING CASE #95-12 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT PUBLIC RRARTNG Mayor Probst opened the Public Hearing at 9:21 p.m. Mayor Probst inquired if proper notification of the Public Hearing could be verified. City Administrator Fritsinger noted this was publicized on March 14 and 21, 1995 in the Focus. City Administrator Fritsinger briefly reviewed the amendment. He indicated that in regards to the previous site location, it is designated on the Land Use Plan Map as Park and Open Space, and on the Park and Open Space Plan map it does not designate the easterly parcel as existing Park and Open Space nor does it identify the parcel as proposed Park and Open Space.