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. Response: Each and every neighbor that we have had the pleasure of meeting have been, and will continue to be, invited to join us for a free cup of coffee at any time, especially in those times when one spouse has mistakenly locked the other out of the house. Purpose f: To ensure adequate buffering is provided on these sites for the adjacent residential uses. Supposes: Much the same as Purposes a and c. Response: Adequate buffering is in the eye of the beholder with regard to pre- existing uses. We note that there are distinct differences of character and use within the Suggested Neighborhood Business Sites. Some are vacant lots, others are currently office or library uses, and a select two are existing restaurant/bar uses. We agree that it is sensible to rezone those sites which are currently vacant lots in a manner that complies with the City's wishes for future development. We further agree that it is sensible to rezone those sites whose uses currently comply with the limitations and restrictions imposed by the NB Neighborhood Business District. . Those sites (specitically Lindey's) whose use predates the residential area surrounding it, whose residents have chosen to live there, should not be rezoned simply because they are proximate to residential areas. We do not feel that rezoning with stipulated side agreement regarding pre- existing uses, or conditions of operation outside of the requirements of the NB Neighborhood Business District requirements, are an acceptable alternative. Those who follow us, in our respective roles as resident business, and governing body, should have clearly defined guidelines regarding acceptable use of the property. We ask the Planning Commission to recommend to the City Council that such properties retain their current zoning district designation. It is our observation that the current zoning of B-2 General Business District does not allow what we would consider to be potentially offensive uses without review and issuance of a special use permit by the City. The City has, in place, protection against any future unwanted use of the property and therefore rezoning of our property would serve no stated purpose. On behalf of the Lindelller Family and Lindey's Prime Steak House, I sincerely ask that you recommend to the Arden Hills City Council that the zoning designation for our property remain as it has in the past: B-2 General Business. .