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Roseville Planning Commission Minutes September 2, 1987 Page 4 Worner replied it would be extremely difficult to separate the parcels. He pointed out that this is a negotiating process that should occur between the developer, Planning Commission and City Council. Everhart and didn't divide replied that property as a Betty McNulty asked why the School District simply the property in half, and not sell the park. Worner the School District simply decided to market the total package. Unidentified resident stated that it was not appropriate for a School District to be selling off its assets. Johnson proceeded to thank Worner for his input, and proceeded to point out that the number of questions that were currently being discussed were more appropriate for a School Board meeting as opposed to the issue that was formally before the Planning Com- mission. Maschka stated, in his opinion, it was financially feasible to subdivide the area to the north as commercial and still facili- tate a very lucrative deal. Bonnie Wilkins asked whether she could rezone her house based on a new appraisal. Johnson replied that she could certainly formally present an application and have it considered, but that it would be compared to the City's Comprehensive Plan. Wilkins asked as to whether the School District would receive preferential treatment. Johnson replied that the School District would not be treated any different from any other application. Mark Badis, 1413 West Lexington, stated his concerns about the significant changes that were occurring in the area, and that the residential areas are being utilized for commercial. He cited the expansions of Har Mar, Lexington Plaza Shoppes, and Hamline Avenue as examples. Maschka pointed out that Hamline was not a proper analogy, as the Planning Commission and City Council did not approve a project that would have eliminated housing. Tom Turba read a letter for the citizens into the record, which is attached and part of the minutes. Mrs. Bakeman proceeded to make a presentation regarding commer- cial development in the area, and stated her concern that this project simply should not be approved based on its extensive impact to the neighborhood and surrounding area. Frank Rog pointed out that as Parks and Recreation Director for the City for the past twenty-seven years, it was his opinion that this area should not be sold, but should be bought as a recrea- tion area for the City.