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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—APRIL 27, 2026 25 <br /> Mayor Grant stated he really wants to support this ordinance but he was of the opinion leaving the <br /> 30%AMI in the document was a mistake. He indicated if this language was removed, he might be <br /> able to support the City Code amendment. <br /> Councilmember Rousseau excused herself from the meeting. <br /> Councilmember Holden explained she did not support the density bonus remaining at 50%. She <br /> reported developers would not have to construct any additional affordable units but would be <br /> allowed 50%more density under the current language. <br /> Councilmember Rousseau returned to the meeting. <br /> Mayor Grant stated that was probably true and maybe no developer will choose the 30% option, <br /> so he shouldn't let that concern himself and maybe he will support. <br /> Councilmember Weber stated there were people who cared about 30%AMI affordability and will <br /> go after it. He noted it was about finding the right developer. He explained the City provided a <br /> boatload of density to Platinum 55 on the North Heights property for basically nothing but rather <br /> was done for a trail segment which they reneged on. <br /> Mayor Grant inquired if the Platinum 55 developer would be completing the trail and stated it was <br /> his understanding they had not reneged on the trail. <br /> City Administrator Jagoe reported the approvals as amended by the Council remain with the <br /> project. <br /> Mayor Grant questioned if the Platinum 55 project received extra density. <br /> City Administrator Jagoe stated the approvals as Council had amended that project still stay with <br /> that project. She noted the developer had not yet applied for the building permit and when they do, <br /> they would be subject to the development agreement that was recorded on the property. <br /> Mayor Grant inquired if they received extra density. <br /> City Administrator Jagoe explained that they did not double the density but did in fact receive <br /> additional density. She would need to verify the actual number. <br /> Councilmember Holden questioned why the Platinum 55 topic was brought up. She asked if this <br /> was a delay tactic. She encouraged the Council to stick to one lane. <br /> A roll call vote was taken. The amended motion which included striking the <br /> paragraph regarding the TBI payment carried (5-0). <br /> MOTION: Councilmember Monson moved and Councilmember Weber seconded a <br /> motion to Authorize Publication of Summary Ordinance for Ordinance 2026- <br /> 007. The motion carried 4-1 (Councilmember Holden opposed). <br /> 12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS <br />