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Approved favor of a rear call box, as they prefer to have visitors utilize the front entrance. Ms. Harrison also commented that a call box may be difficult to install; as there are space limitations. Commissioner Danger agreed with Planner Gundlach,that guest may be less likely to use the rear lot if there is not a secure access. One of the residents suggested adding a call box at a side entrance, as there is more space there. Planner Gundlach clarified that the call box would be mounted on the exterior, and there would be no need to expand the entrance. Commissioner Nichols-Matkaiti asked if there are any ADA requirements for the southerly entrance. Planner Gundlach stated that the Building Official will review that as part of the overall plan review. Motion by Commissioner Danger,seconded by Commissioner Nichols-Matkaiti to close the Public Hearing. Approved 5-0 Motion by Commissioner Shardlow,seconded by Commissioner Meyers to approve staff recommendation. City Planner Gundlach clarified that the call box requirement is one of the conditions of the resolution. Commissioner Nichols-Matkaiti suggested removing condition number 2 related to lighting; as it seems the area is currently adequately lit. Planner Gundlach stated that this is the time to require a call box, stating that if in the future,the residents desire to remove the call box,that could be reviewed through a request for an amendment to the PRD. Chair Howard clarified that the motion is to recommend the City Council approve the request with the following five conditions: • The parking lot expansion is built in accordance with the submitted plans. • The entrance on the south side of the building is enhanced to promote use of the expanded parking by visitors of Crossroads. • The Civil Engineering comments on surface water are met. • Submission of the Rice Creek Watershed District permit to the City prior to commencing work. • The fire truck access from Thorndale is repaired (the bollards) and maintained (the pavers) as necessary, and snow is kept clear, to ensure appropriate access is available in the event of an emergency. Approved 5-0 (B) The City of New Brighton requests consideration of amendments to the 2030 New Brighton Comprehensive Plan regarding transportation and surface water updates. City Planner Gundlach reported that the Metropolitan Council has amended their regional transportation plan; state statute requires that the New Brighton update our comprehensive plan as well. The City wants to take this opportunity to amend the surface water management plan, as it is part of the comprehensive plan. It was recommended the item be tabled until the July 17th Planning Commission meeting. Chairperson Howard asked for comments;there were none. Motion by Commissioner Danger, seconded by Commissioner Shardlow to table the item to the July 17, 2012. Approved 5-0 3