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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes October 9, 1996 Staff recommends: 1) resolution of approval and 2) that staff should proceed with official mapping process. Acting Chairperson Harms asked what action should be taken by the Planning Commission and when will further hearings be held. Eugene Pikovsky, Hyman Freightways, noted that the first terminal was built in 1964 because of Roseville's proximity to Minneapolis and St. Paul. In 1976, the company tripled in size to 125 docks with 101,000 sq uare feet. The shop has 26,500 square feet. The office has 10,000 square feet. There are 250 employees with $13 million dollar payroll. This is the largest terminal in the company within 15 states. In a 24 hour period, 150 trucks come through the site. New office space and shop trailer repair and safety area would be necessary if the road alignment was approved. He said the most critical part of the buildings relocation is the safety check lanes, which are 100 feet long and 40 feet wide. The truck traffic exiting from the traffic line could not see vehicle traffic coming south on the parkway. Traffic going east on the parkway could not be seen by the truck drivers. He expressed concern about the traffic safety problems that could be created. A 36 foot roadway would provide additional space for the truck turning movement, and may eliminate the need for building relocation. Mr. Pikovsky objected strenuously to 90 foot wide road right-of-way but would consider alternatives which would include a 36 foot wide road within a reduced right-of-way. Harry Blair, Phoenix Corp., 2801 Fairview Avenue, has been in Roseville since 1989. Phoenix added a half million dollars in new equipment. Mr. Blair asked for a decision as early as possible. The 90 foot right-of-way would take out a portion of the building. Mr. Blair asked if there is a linear assessment cost available for properties between Fairview and Cleveland. (Not yet) Blair noted that 100% assessment may be used for new roads. His building is lower than the road right-of-way and this may create problems. It would cost $500,000 million to move the business machinery. Blair needs an understanding of what the timing and cost would be. Acting Chairperson Harms asked for details of the Phoenix Corporation. 4