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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - SEPTEMBER 2, 1998 5 . Chair Erickson indicated they may need for more language in the motion for approval. Mr. Ringwald suggested if the house lost it's legal nonconforming status, the variance would expire. DRAFT Chair Erickson stated this seemed reasonable. Commissioner Sand moved, seconded by Commissioner Baker to amend the motion to state that in respect to the attached porch the approval for the setback variance would expire in the event that the porch looses it's legal nonconforming use status.. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Aplikowski reported that the Council discussed the budget and the preliminary levy limit and that the Council is moving towards using the full levy limit allowed, which is 3.2 this year, approximately $59,000. She stated that the last couple of years the limit has been under 2.0 which only allows about $35,000 extra and if they want to get some of the things done that are currently on the books, they will need to go to the full levy limit. She indicated that this should not impact the residents much. Councilmember Aplikowski stated the Truth in Taxation hearings will be held on December 7, . 1998 and ifmore time is needed it is scheduled to continue on December 14, 1998. Councilmember Aplikowski reported they held a public hearing on the Lake Josephine/Joint Powers Agreement at the last Council meeting and the agreement was approved. Commissioner Sand asked what the agreement was regarding. Councilmember Aplikowski stated it is for the water surface use of the lake, controlling the speed of the boats and the direction of the wakes. Councilmember Aplikowski announced the appointment of a new Department Secretary, Susan Holmes. Councilmember Aplikowski reported the decision was made to take bids for the demolition of the old City Hall. She also stated that regarding the Planning Case for the new City Hall, the Council has voted to move ahead with the construction plans. She indicated it was not a unanimous vote, with hers being a vote of denial because she feels Ihe land should be secured before moving ahead with the plans for constmction. She said it is anticipated that ground will not be broken until Spring of next year. Commissioner Sand asked if the funds have been accumulating for this project over time so there will not be a need for additional tax monies. . Councilmember Aplikowski stated the cost of the building has gone up quite a bit and while there is 1.3 million dollars put aside for this project, there are other funds which can be used and renewed. She indicated this will impact other projects down the road and they will be using '-