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June 28, 2016 Page 3 of 6 educational marketplace. She has appreciated the communities overwhelming response to the farmers’ market. She reported the farmers market would begin on Wednesday, July 6th from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the United Theological Seminary. She indicated she had eight vendors that would participate in the farmers’ market and hoped to see a huge turnout for the event each week. Councilmember Bauman asked if the vendors had to pay a fee to be a part of the farmers’ market. Ms. Gunsworth commented the vendors could pay a weekly ($30) or seasonal fee ($150). Councilmember Jacobsen understood the farmers market was looking for musicians or entertainers for the event. Angela Fredrickson, 2906 16th Street NW, stated this was the case. Those interested in providing good family entertainment during the farmers’ market were encouraged to contact her or Ms. Gunsworth. Mayor Johnson thanked Ms. Gunsworth and Ms. Fredrickson for all of their efforts. She encouraged the committee members of the farmers’ market to have a booth at Stockyard Days. She appreciated all of the assistance the United Theological Seminary has provided and hoped the farmers market would be a huge success. Jim Laben, 16380 Linden Tree Road in Pine City, introduced Windows Concepts to the City Council. He stated his business was located in St. Paul and completed work on windows, siding, doors, bathroom remodeling and insulation. He reported he has worked in the City of New Brighton for many years. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays - Motion Carried Public Hearing None. Council Business 1. Consideration of a Resolution approving a Site Plan, Special Use Permit, and Nonconforming Use Permit for Zahl Equipment (representing Xpress Stop) at 574 Old Highway 8 NW. Motion by Councilmember Jacobsen, seconded by Councilmember Bauman to Adopt a Resolution approving a Site Plan, Special Use Permit, and Nonconforming Use Permit for Zahl Equipment (representing Xpress Stop) at 574 Old Highway 8 NW subject to five conditions. Acting City Manager Hatch indicated Assistant Community Assets and Development/Planning Director Gundlach would be presenting this item to the Council. Assistant Community Assets and Development/Planning Director Gundlach explained the applicant is requesting several land use approvals in support of a store rebranding from Express Stop (also known as EZ Stop) to Minnoco, at 574 Old Highway 8 NW. The applicant intends to install three new gas pumps (two exist today), a new-relocated gas canopy, a new underground ethanol tank, new wall and ground signs (refacing only), installation of LED lighting, and various improvements to the surface parking lot. These following land use applications were submitted in support of these improvements: • Site Plan – required in order to obtain a building permit. • Special Use Permit – required in order to allow a reduced front yard setback for the proposed gas canopy. • Nonconforming Use Permit – required in order to allow Staff reviewed all applicable Site Plan, Special Use, and Nonconforming Use criteria. She explained the Planning Commission met on Tuesday, June 21st to review this item and has determined all standards are met based on the findings and recommended approval of the Public Hearing Council Business 1. Consideration of a Resolution approving a Site Plan, Special Use Permit, and Nonconforming Use Permit for Zahl Equipment (representing Xpress Stop) at 574 Old Highway 8 NW.