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I I I Council Proceedings - December 22, 1998 Page 6 Council Business. continued Benke stated that many trucking companies have migrated to the outer ring suburbs, and the land uses along the 35W Corridor are evolving. Being this use would be unique and inconsistent with future uses, Benke asked AAA's long term goals for this location. Kirschner said AAA views relocation to the outer ring suburbs a deterrent to an efficient operation, however, projecting when they may outgrow this facility is difficult. This facility will be well maintained with on-site management. Eric Gallet, Bebet attorney, presented documentation stating that Bebet would not request any site improvements before March 1, 1999. City Attorney Charlie LeFevere acknowledged this documentation is somewhat of a protection, however, Council has final discretion to deny or act on proposals prior to March. Johnson said AAA proposes significant site improvements, and repeated the need for the fueling station and canopy. Benke asked if the fueling station is absolutely critical. Johnson said the fueling station is highly desirable for cost efficiency and would reduce neighborhood truck activity. Johnson confirmed that truck access will be elusively off Hwy 96. Samuelson asked what determines the location of the fueling station. Johnson said the only requirement is that the location cannot interfere with truck access. Hoffman asked the estimated length of time that AAA generally utilizes a location. Kirschner related that estimating the possible growth experienced in the area is difficult. The Planning Commission voted to recommend the site for rezoning effective March 1, 1999, to allow for site plan review of site improvements, fueling station, and canopy. Benke recommends proceeding with the underlying MX approval with the understanding that US Filter be not part of the action. Further, direct staff to review and recommend alternative zoning of the DeCoster site that would incorporate a convenience center with gasoline sales for consideration in January. He noted apprehension that the AAA proposal is inconsistent with the V ision, but feels there is opportunity to discuss significant landscaping and treatments to enhance the site's appearance. Samuelson understands the fueling facility is vital to AAA's success, however, she is torn between applying the Vision and the length of time AAA would remain at this site. Larson would propose rezoning the AAA site to MX and allow for minor site improvements, minus the fueling station. Gunderman does not have an issue with the fueling station or canopy, and views it as a method to eliminate truck fueling at neighborhood stations. Hoffman does not want to rush to judgement on the issue of the fueling station, and would like opportunity to review options to allow this business to remain in New Brighton. Johnson believes the City will benefit from having on-site management, and explained that the fueling station would contain two pumps on either side for duel-fueling. Council Business Rezoning of properties MX District Report 98-243 Ordinance 649