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City of Roseville - Planning Commission Minutes for May 3, 2006Page 5 of 9 used as the notification distance/radius. In the case of this request the distance was 1,000 feet. McGehee commented on the aerial photo indicating distance from the crushing site and wondered the distance to Veritas. The report indicated 450 feet to the structure. McGehee indicated she was aware of older concrete that included fly ash, fiberglass, and asbestos and was interested in knowing how the buildings would be tested for such items. Jason Kunze, explained that materials are sampled and analyzed as a component of the structure evaluation. McGehee asked about the permitting process. Jim Wutzke indicated they are regulated by the MPCA and required to provide notice within 48 hours of establishing new site. Each site must comply with a number of regulations. Chair Traynor asked if MPCA conducts random checks (yes). McGehee asked why not monitor/measure dust continually. Wutzke stated the main reason is cost-- if a baseline is established below threshold and measures are employed to control--visual checks usually suffice. Member Roe asked what happens if a problem arises. Wutzek stated the project is shut down until resolved. McGehee asked about adding a condition regarding crushing November to February--Traynor stated it is a condition. McGehee asked why the City provides for a 12 hour operation, which does not appear to be consistent with neighborhood schedules or uses. Chair Traynor explained his view point on the operation: slightly longer hours--shorter crushing timeline. Chair Traynor read into the record a letter pertaining to the proposed recycling operation from “Amy” and an email from Sheila McComb pertaining to cement kiln dust. Tom Varno, 1866 County Road C2, stated he was glad there was an effort to recycle materials, but he’s concerned for the well-being of his family and protection of a peaceful neighborhood. The process will be noisy and dusty. Feels that the noise will be added to that which already exists. Developer watching out for their benefit/self interest--saving the project money and creating a negative impact of surrounding residents. He requested that the site be moved. Karen Milton stated she wanted to go on record opposing the request--indicated the developer would like you to believe that if this site is not approved then all materials will be trucked off and not recycled--not a logical assumption. Milton provided information from Federal Register (2003) which discussed similar operation being located a minimum 1,300 feet from residences. Milton also provided internet information from a person who lived by a crushing operation (since moved) that had issues with dust, noise and smell. Carol Erickson, 2925 Mildred Drive, stated she and Pat Johnson spearheaded the effort to preserve Langton Lake and establish park. Stated she was very surprised that two signs were illegally placed on park property claiming park would change. Ms. Erickson stated that the path and the park will not change if this temporary crushing is approved. Also a resident concerned about the environment and wildlife, but trusts that the City, staff and MPCA will regulate operation. She supports the project. Patricia Johnson Nygard, the second half of the effort to save the lake, spent 34 years to establish park around lake. Supports this application. She is an environmentalist who thinks it’s time to get serious about saving the planet and likes the idea that materials will not be trucked all over Ramsey or Hennepin County and the recycling site layout. The proposed project is an effective and responsible way to handle the demolition. Johnson Nygard added that residents will hear demo and construction activity, and there will be dust. Wildlife was there through the construction of all industrial sites and has lived with the interstate. Wildlife will live through this interim use and construction--the park and area is a good home--the wildlife will adjust/adapt. Developers have proven they are responsible. Gail Pederson stated she does not live in area, but works at Twin Lakes Medical. Supports the recycling efforts of the developer and energy conservation that will occur, and supports the requested site. http://www.ci.roseville.mn.us/council/planning/minutes/2006/pm0503.htm12/13/2006