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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—JANUARY 8, 2024 22 Councilmember Holden commented on the transparency and look of the project from Lexington Avenue. She asked if the only change that was made to the plans was the addition of a tower. Community Development Director Jagoe reported this was the case. She indicated the applicant did add some additional glazing. Councilmember Monson requested comment from the applicant regarding the contamination on this property. Jake Steen, Larkin Hoffman, explained he had a Phase 1 on this site. He noted he was fully committed to cleaning up this site. Travis Smith, Crew Carwash representative, discussed how the Wayzata Crew Carwash property properly cleaned. He noted he worked with the State on this project. He was contaminated and p p y p J indicated he would be working with a local engineer who was familiar with the site. He commented further on the cleanup work that would be required on the Arden Hills property noting the groundwater on this site would not be used. Councilmember Rousseau asked if a study should be done on the B-3 District to determine if motor vehicle land uses and services stations were sustainable. She understood a second car wash would be considered by the Council in February. She indicated the study may assist with determining if any language should be considered to limit proximity of these uses. She noted a study would require the Council to put a moratorium in place. Councilmember Holden questioned when the Council had to take action on this item. Community Development Director Jagoe reported the Council had to take action by January 14, 2024. Councilmember Holden wondered if the current owners of the property knew what this building was previously utilized for. Mr. Smith stated he was uncertain. Councilmember Holden questioned if Crew Carwash would be responsible for all of the cleanup. Mr. Smith reported this was the case. He noted once he became the title owner of the property, he would complete a Phase 2 and would file with the State of Minnesota regarding the previous contamination found onsite. Councilmember Holden stated if the cleanup became more expensive than previously anticipated, would the second building be pushed out further than three to five years. Mr. Smith commented on the process that was followed for cleaning up brownfield sites. He did not anticipate the cleanup would push back the phased plans for this property. Councilmember Fabel questioned why there would be a three to five year delay before the interior building was constructed.