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Planning Commission Minutes - April 17, 2001 Page 2 Mike Ovshak, 2531 Wexford Ct., asked the amount of landscaping required by code. Boylan explained SP01-03 that code requires a 25 ft. landscaped buffer and additional site landscaping. Ovshak noted the need for LP01-04 substantial plantings on the site. Kodet agreed that landscaping is a key ingredient, and the applicants are Church of most willing to work with staff to revise the landscape plan. Latter Day Saints Site It is anticipated that construction would begin this July with completion scheduled Summer 2002. Plan Typically, church activities occur on Sundays, but there may be some activities on weeknights. Dwight Dejacmo, 2500 Wexford Ct., asked if the 25 ft. buffer would be graded and landscaped. Kodet said the buffer would be combination of grass, plant material, ground cover, and fencing. Dejacmo asked if the neighborhood kids would be able to ride their bikes and play hockey in the church parking lot. Kodet said it could be allowed if it does not create a great disturbance. Rob Roach, 2601 Ashley Ter., verified an utility easement is required for the driveway which accesses Co. Rd. E. Kodet added that site access contains a right turn in/out from Silver Lake Road and a full right/ left turn from Co. Rd. E. Baker asked if the applicant held an informational meeting with the residents to review the proposal before the public hearing. Community Development Director Kevin Locke explained that an applicant is not required to hold a public meeting, but it is merely a suggestion upon staff’s part. Kodet reiterated that they are very willing to work with staff on any modifications. Ron Ryder, 10 Windsor Ct., asked if this proposal requires a rezoning, and if the storm sewer’s efficiency will improve with the church construction. Baker verified this is a permitted use in a business district with a Special Use Permit. Kodet explained that Ramsey County identified the project’s traffic patterns, and the holding ponds should assist with drainage. Dale Connelly, 2611 Wexford Ct., suggested delaying the project’s approval until a neighborhood meeting could be held to resolve any concerns. Baker asked how many church members reside in New Brighton. Kodet explained that this facility would be utilized by three congregations and about one-third reside in New Brighton. Schiferl asked who would maintain the Silver Lake Road sidewalk. Boylan anticipates speaking further with the applicant regarding the City’s interest in extending the sidewalk system to connect the existing bus shelter and existing sidewalk on County Road E. Schiferl feels a sidewalk would be needed if members utilized the overflow parking across the street. A resident asked if this project would affect property values. Baker feels this is irrelevant to the issue. Schiferl suggested additional conditions of approval which would reference drainage, screening, and Ramsey County approval of access onto Silver Lake Road. CLOSE THE HEARING. Motion by O’Brien, seconded by Zisla, to 6 Ayes -0 Nays. Motion Carried. Hearing closed. Baker added that this proposal appears more compatible with existing uses than previous proposals. SP01-03 I:\COMMISSIONS\PLANNING\MINUTES\2001\4-17-01.WPD 2