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April 28, 2020 Page 5 of 8 Motion by Councilmember Burg, seconded by Councilmember Jacobsen to Adopt a Resolution authorizing Publication of Ordinance No. 873 by Title and Summary. A roll call vote was taken. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays-Motion Carried b. Consider a Resolution Approving a revised Preliminary Planned Residential Development for the Benedictine Health Center at 1101 Black Oak Drive. Motion by Councilmember Burg, seconded by Councilmember Allen to Adopt a Resolution Approving a revised Preliminary Planned Residential Development for the Benedictine Health Center at 1101 Black Oak Drive. City Manager Massopust indicated Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola would be presenting this item to the Council. Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola reviewed the revised Preliminary Planned Residential Development for the Benedictine Health Center at 1101 Black Oak Drive. It was noted the site currently had 82 units and after redeveloping the site, the number of units would be increased to 204 units with 210 parking spaces. City staff supported the proposed changes and noted the garbage/large truck deliveries would be better managed by the facility. It was noted the location of the main entrance would now be coming off of 27th Avenue. The elevations of the site were reviewed with the Council along with the findings of support. Staff reported the Planning Commission held a public hearing at their meeting on April 21st and recommended approval of the request, along with consideration of a sidewalk and no parking signs along 27th Avenue. It was noted the safety concerns along 27th Avenue would be sent to the Public Safety Commission for further consideration. Mayor Johnson stated this would be a stellar looking development and great addition to the community. Councilmember Burg stated housing was a critical need for the community and she fully supported the proposed development. Councilmember Allen indicated this was a great looking project and was a great investment in the community. He discussed how this project would allow New Brighton residents to stay and age in the community. He thanked everyone who worked on this project and for finding a solution that addressed the concerns that had been raised by the neighbors. Councilmember Jacobsen reported he was pleased the entrance has been moved to 27th Avenue. He explained this project was a win-win for the future as it would provide a continuity of care for aging adults in New Brighton. He thanked staff and the staff at the Benedictine Health Center for all of their efforts to find a solution that not only fit the neighborhood but fit New Brighton. A roll call vote was taken. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays-Motion Carried 4. Consider Resolution Filling the City Council Vacancy. Councilmember Burg recused herself from this item. Motion by Councilmember Allen, seconded by Councilmember Dunsworth to Adopt a Resolution Filling the City Council Vacancy. Mayor Johnson reported the City Council interviewed six candidates for the City Council vacancy and was recommending the appointment of Nasreen Fynewever for the position. Councilmember Dunsworth stated she was very encouraged by the candidates that had applied to serve the City. She explained the City Council was very fortunate to have such a great pool of residents stepping forward and being willing to serve. She indicated she was filled with hope for New Brighton’s future seeing the willingness of people to get involved in the community. hh. ii. jj. kk. b. Consider a Resolution Approving a revised Preliminary Planned Residential Development for the Benedictine Health Center at 1101 Black Oak Drive. 4. Consider Resolution Filling the City Council Vacancy.