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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - September 6, 2000 12 Mr. Goserud asked whether the Commission would favor a plan which proposed one newly created lot rather than two lots. Acting Chair Nelson stated a turnaround would still be . necessary. Commissioner Baker stated that a single newly created lot would still not have public street access. Commissioner Duchenes expressed concern that a single shared driveway would cause traffic problems for incoming and outgoing vehicles. Mr. Goserud stated the single drive would be wide enough for both incoming and outgoing vehicles. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Larson stated that the City Council, at its recent meeting, had an extensive discussion with regard to the Zoning Ordinance amendments. He added that some amendments were passed. He noted the Council had differing opinions with regard to the definition of Family, as well as the allowable number of cars parked in a driveway. He noted the Council hopes to discuss these items with the Commission at the next Council worksession. Councihnember Larson reviewed a special meeting which was held August 15, 2000, to discuss construction of the new City Hall facility. He stated that an agreement was reached between the City and the Department of the Army with regard to the Right of Entry to begin construction prior to transfer of title. He added that a contract with Roshon Corporation was approved, with a limit placed on the construction which could commence before transfer oftitle, including preparatory work, installation of utilities, and doing a median cut on Highway 96. He noted that the preliminary approved construction came to $360,000. e Commissioner Ga1atowitsch asked whether the Council was uncomfortable approving the contract before legal title was transferred. Councilmember Larson stated that after a lengthy discussion involving the City Attorney, it was decided that the contract must be awarded to avoid the possibility of running out of time and rebidding again. Councihnember Larson stated that the legal transfer and environmental work should be completed by the end of September. Commissioner Sand asked whether the agreement locked Roshon into the entire contract. Councihnember Larson stated the signed agreement is for the entire contract amount. He added that Roshon had some risk on their part in signing the agreement. Councihnember Larson reviewed the Council's August 21 worksession at which the Ingerson neighborhood plans were discussed, including City staffs findings as well as the neighborhood group's report. He stated the Council will discuss the reports at their September 11 meeting, after which staff will be directed to change the feasibility study to best reflect the findings on the issues. He noted it is a long but necessary process. Councilmember Larson reviewed the Council's August 28, 2000, meeting at which the planning case involving administrative approval for Gateway Boulevard properties was approved. He stated the Commission had recommended the increase of office space in 1887 Gateway a Boulevard to 25%. He added that staff did not feel comfortable with that decision and requested . that the same process be followed in each case.