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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 28, 2002 4 is revealing some interesting ideas about levels of support. She added they are feeling good about it. . Mr. Lynch asked about the timeframe. Mr. Parrish responded the site plan approval is good for one year. He stated that at that time the applicant may request an extension to that approval. Councilmember Larson asked ifthere were plans to take down one of the two outbuildings. Ms. Koenig responded they are hoping to preserve the cottage. She stated it has enormous charm and maybe potential for offices. She noted the garage would be eventually replaced as part of this project. Councilmember Larson asked if the cottage would be used for bedrooms. Ms. Koenig responded it would be probably quiet meeting space or work space. She stated it would not be a bedroom. She noted it was not the most practical building, but the fireplace that Mr. John Bradford himself built is gorgeous. Mayor Probst stated the potential for it to be a library was indicated on the plan. Councilmember Grant asked if they had chosen the builder. Ms. Koenig responded McGough Construction has agreed to take on this process. She stated they have waived some fees. She noted the builder is also trying to approach vendors to give them materials at cost. . Mayor Probst stated he thought it was an attractive solution. He congratulated the organization and their consultants. He noted they have selected a one of the finest contractors. Ms. Koenig stated McGough Construction hosts an annual tea and one of their bigger picnics. She noted McGough Construction has been tremendously supportive. Councilmember Grant stated he would abstain from the vote because of his connections to McGough Construction. He noted he did support the project. MOTION: Councilmember Aplikowski moved and Councilmember Larson seconded a . motion to approve in Planning Case #01-29, the Site Plan subject to the conditions contained in the staff report as recommended by Staff. The motion carned unanimously (4-0-I.Grant abstained). B. Resolution #02-08 Resolution Approving Light Brigade, Inc., Charitable Gambling Premises Permit Renewal Application At Blue Fox Mr. Lynch explained the Resolution. He noted staff did a background investigation and found no problems. He added staff recommends approval. Councilmember Aplikowski stated she understood Mr. Herb King was retiring as a volunteer. . Mr. King stated he was retiring after 13 years in March. He noted that 13 years ago there was no such organization in Arden Hi1l5. He added he is glad to see the City Council approve this request. He stated that over those 13 years this organization has contributed several million