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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION – April 3, 2024 3 Commissioner Blilie explained she supported the proposed request. Chair Weber opened the public hearing at 6:43 p.m. Chair Weber invited anyone for or against the application to come forward and make comment. There being no comment Chair Weber closed the public hearing at 6:43 p.m. Commissioner Bjorklund asked if the City received any public input on this item. Senior Planner Fransen reported staff had not received any comments from the public prior to the meeting. Commissioner Bjorklund commented he did not have any real concerns regarding this request given the fact this was for low-potency hemp. He appreciated the fact the employees would have to go through proper training. Commissioner Erler discussed how Roseville and Shoreview were already selling these products in their communities. Commissioner Erler moved and Commissioner Blilie seconded a motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 24-007 for a Conditional Use Permit to allow lower-potency hemp edible sales as a conditional accessory use at 3717 Lexington Avenue N based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans, as amended by the conditions in the April 3, 2024, report to the Planning Commission. The motion carried unanimously (6-0). UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS None. REPORTS A. Report from the City Council Council Liaison Rousseau provided the Commission with an update from the City Council. She explained the City was watching two active bills noting Ramsey County had submitted a bill requesting $25 million in funding from the State for Rice Creek Commons infrastructure and $2 million in State funding had been requested for a trail along Old Highway 10. She commented on the work being done by the PTRC, which included mapping the City’s rain gardens. She reported NYFS would be hosting a luncheon on Wednesday, May 8 at 11:30 a.m. at Vadnais Heights Commons. B. Planning Commission Comments and Requests None. ADJOURN