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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL September 27, 2010 5 7.A. Planning Case 10 -010 for a Conditional Use Permit at 3900 Bethel Drive Based on the Findings of Fact and the Submitted Plans as Amended by the Six Conditions in the September 27, 2010, Report to the City Council (continued) Mr. Ken Nielson, representing AT &T, stated both canisters were needed by AT &T to operate their system. The equipment shed that is being proposed is the smallest that AT &T could use to house their equipment. No other providers would be able to utilize the shed. He stated that AT &T did not have an exclusive contract with Bethel University and it would be at their discretion to discuss additional antennas with other providers. Councilmember Holden asked if the antennas in this location would fill a service gap for residents as well as the University. Mr. Nielson stated the primary purpose for these antennas in this location was coverage inside the buildings on campus. The system was designed to serve the University. Residents outside of the campus will benefit but not to the same degree as the campus. Councilmember Holmes stated the canisters would be seen from the street, especially in the winter when there are no leaves on the trees. The findings state there is no visual impact and this is not an accurate statement. City Planner Beekman stated she had driven around the perimeter of the campus and she was not able to see the portion of the building where the canisters would be located. She stated the findings could be adjusted if the Council chose to do this. Councilmember Grant stated this design is more appealing than the design AT &T brought forward previously. The canisters on the building will not stick out or draw a person's eye to them. This is a better solution and there is no reason to turn down this request. Councilmember Holmes asked who notices had been mailed to for the Planning Commission public hearing regarding this request. City Planner Beekman stated Staff followed the City's Code and sent notices to all neighboring properties within 350 -feet of the campus which is the minimum distance required by State Statute. Councilmember Holmes suggested Staff look into the minimum distance and potentially increasing this. She stated there might have been more residents interested in this proposal if they had been notified. City Planner Beekman stated Staff could look into what other cities in the area are doing and bring this back to the Council. MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to Approve Planning Case 10 -010 for a Conditional Use Permit at 3900 Bethel Drive Based on the Findings of Fact and the Submitted Plans as