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ROSEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION Paget 12 April 10, 1991 Dan Stephens pointed out his 25 year experience with youth and the need for this kind of activity. Stephens stated that unless kids are dropped off by parents, they can't get in unless they have a high school ID. Stephens stated they use off duty uniformed police officers for security, which works well. Stephens pointed out that 35% of the kids are gone by 11:30 p.m. and 90% gone by 12:15 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. Harms questioned if the minimum age was 14 or 15. Stephens replied that it would be 14 if they were dropped off by the parents. Thomas pointed out that the Cattle Company Restaurant, next door, has dancing also and how do you control older people from coming to the teen dances. stephens replied that the older age group is not allowed and that the atmosphere is much different and would not attract an older crowd. Roberts questioned if there had been any change in security at st. Louis Park since the program was started. Platt responded that there has been an increase in security as the number of kids, coming to the teen dance, has increased. Roberts asked if security in Roseville would be consistent with st. Louis Park. Platt responded that there would be three security persons in Roseville initially, but would be increased as the crowds get larger. Roberts questioned if the parking situation was similar to st. Louis Park to Roseville. Platt responded that it is not the same but there are similar shared parking arrangements and that parking has not been a problem. Roberts questioned if access from the rear is allowed during teen dances. Platt replied that access is not allowed but that emergency exit only is maintained. Robert stated that this seemed to be an admirable opportunity for teen recreation and applauded Discus' effort to set up a program. Goedeke questioned if there would security outside. Patty Johnson from Discus stated that they patrol every half hour in the parking lot and every 15 to 20 minutes in the restrooms. Stephens stated that if customers leave the building, they have to pay another cover charge to get back in which discourages kids from leaving.