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. . Minutes of the Arden Hills Regular Planning Commission Meeting, 3-7-90 Page 3 UPDATE; GB DIST. Planner Bergly referred Commission to his memorandum . to Council dated 2-12-90, relative to the Metropolitan Council concerns regarding the proposed Gateway Business District. Bergly advised the Metropolitan Council is reviewing the Comprehensive Plan Amendment and has expressed concerns regarding traffic impact portion of the GB District. He explained staff has met with representatives from the Met Council regarding other concerns and has addressed the other concerns listed in the memorandum. The Planner stated the Traffic Engineer from the City consulting engineering firm is reviewing the traffic issues and meeting with the Metropolitan Council staff representative. Bergly noted no action is necessary at this time, however, if a plan amendment is to be considered, this matter will return for Commission input. There was discussion relative to traffic alternatives which may be listed in the Comprehensive Plan amendment or a reduction in the FAR requirements for portions of the GB District. Chairman Probst noted the corridor along TH 51, Old Snelling, has been discussed for the proposed light rail transit. PRELIMINARY RPT; Planner Bergly referred Commission to his preliminary LEXINGTON AVE., report on the Lexington Avenue Traffic Study and reviewed TRAFFIC STUDY the seven maps included in the report: Primary Land . Uses, Ownership, Electrical & Rail Service, Street & Property Access, Functional & Visual Problems, Land Use and Schematic Circulation. Bergly introduced Mr. George Lang, representing the St. Paul Companies, and advised this company is a major property owner in the area and has expressed an interest in working with the City regarding Lexington Avenue issues. There was discussion relative to development patterns and the creation of a new access street to the rear of the properties fronting on Lexington Avenue, between Red Fox and Grey Fox Roads. The Planner noted the information provided is strictly on a preliminary basis and he will be forwarding a more detailed study at a later date. Chairman Probst advised traffic study was initiated due to the identification of the retail development pattern along Lexington Avenue; this preliminary diagram addresses the possibility of providing rear access for the businesses fronting on Lexington Avenue. Commission thanked Bergly for the preliminary presentation. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS ARSENAL STUDY Member Ray McGraw reported on the activities of the . Arsenal Study Subcommittee. He requested City Staff and Council input regarding any discussions which involve the Arsenal property in order to coordinate information and identify if the same issues are being discussed. Member Martin suggested McGraw and City Staff keep in contact with the surrounding communities to present a more unified appearance to the TCAAP officials.