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e . e ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - OCTOBER 4,2000 9 Commissioner Baker asked whether excavations should be included under thc "Codification Review". Ms. Chaput stated there are no specifications with regard to excavations which fall under the building permit process. REPORTS COllncil Liaison Councilmember Larson reviewed actions taken at the Council's September 24 regular meeting from which he was absent. He stated that the Council approved plamling cases from Hood Flexible Packaging with regard to chain link fence screening as part of a PUD amendment, as wcll as a variance from the ordinary high water mark setback at 1228 Karth Lake Drive. Councilmember Larson stated that an application for a Class II home occupation permit from Gayle Gulsvig was denied, and the applicant was giyen 30 days to rcmove the business from her property or present a plan for removal of her business to City staff. Councilmember Larson stated that a groundbreaking for the new City Hall facility is scheduled for October 16. He added that the property title has still not been received by the City, but City Administrator Joe Lynch has seen a draft ofthe title document which is yet to be executed. Councilmember Larson stated Councilmembers Grant and Aplikowski are coming to the end of their terms on the Council. He added that two residents and the two incumbents have filed for open Council positions. He added that the residents are John Fremoth and Michael Coopet. Planninl! Commissioners Commissioner Galatowitsch stated she has not seen any campaign information circulated. Councilmember Larson stated thc League of Women Voter's debate is scheduled for cable television, adding he has seen no campaigning either. Commissioncr Galatowitsch stated the Bethel College athletic field project is under way. Acting Chair Nelson stated that an article on the project was on the front page of the today's local newspaper. Commissioner Baker stated that the County is continuing its work in Tony Schmidt Park. Staff Ms. Chaput stated that she would wish the Commissioners to indicate whether they intend to remain on the Commission for the duration of2001. She added that it is helpful for City staffto be able to plan for thc number of vacancies. Acting Chair Nelson stated he will be moving away from the area at the beginning of 200 1. Commissioner Sand asked whether there has been any information with regard to Presbyterian Homes' interest in the property at the corner of Lake Johanna Boulevard and County Road D. Ms. Chaput stated there has been no information recently. Commissioner Sand stated it would be helpful if the City employed an economic development specialist to focus specifically upon such matters. Ms. Chaput stated that typically the City