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Mr. Holewa asked what the solution is going to be for storing the fencing and if the netting would be stored in the same manner. Mr. Madison stated they were working on a solution for storing the fencing in a different manner. The netting would be rolled up on the poles when not in use. He clarified that the school would like to move forward with installation of the netting for the upcoming spring season. Chair Larson opened the public hearing at 8:13 p.m. Chair Larson invited anyone for or against the application to come forward and make comment. Mr. Steve Wraneschetz, 3947 Rolling Hills Road, Arden Hills, stated that after meeting with Mr. Madison he does feel comfortable that the netting will be fairly effective in reducing the number of foul balls in neighboring yards. He did asked what recourse the residents had if this was not as effective as they had hoped it would be. Chair Larson explained the resolution of the foul balls landing in resident's yards was a condition of approval for this permit. He recommended that the residents continue to communicate with Mr. Madison regarding any issues or concerns and if needed, they could also come to the City. He clarified that the netting was not going to be 100% effective in keeping all foul balls out of the neighboring yards. Mr. Jim Hanton, 3945 Rolling Hills Road, Arden Hills, stated the neighbors agree that the netting is a good solution. He stated he would like to know that the City would take the lead if this solution does not workout as well as anticipated. Commissioner Modesette asked if Mr. Hanton felt there were other options available that did provide a 100% guarantee the neighboring residents would not be affected by foul balls. Mr. Hanton stated that the only 100% guarantee would have been to build the field in a different location. He clarified that he is not advocating moving the ball field. Chair Larson closed the public hearing at 8:20 p.m. Commissioner Reiff moved, seconded b_y Commissioner Thompson to recommend approval of Plannin� Case 09-016, for a Conditional Use Permit Amendment at 1900 Valentine Road based on the findin�s of fact and the submitted plans as amended b_y the four conditions in the Februar_y 3, 2010, plannin� case report. The motion carried unanimousl_y (6-0).