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City of Hasongs <br /> City Council Minutes July 2,2007 <br /> Page 2 of 5 <br /> 13. Resolution 07-04-07—Approve Renewal Gambling Premise Permit for Knights of <br /> Columbus 1600,Columbian Hall,3075 Vermillion Street <br /> 14. Resolution 07-05-07—Approve Temporary Liquor License for Jaycees for July 20 and <br /> 21,2007 <br /> 6 Ayes,Nays,None. <br /> Copies of resolutions on file. <br /> Resolution—Minor Subdivision#2007-24:3605 Red Wing Boulevard <br /> Planning Director Hinzman stated that the request is to create a new parcel east of the <br /> existing home at 3605 Red Wing Boulevard,which would allow the future construction of a <br /> single or two-family home. The Planning Commission recommended denial of the subdivision, <br /> based on the following: <br /> • Lot size inconsistent with the neighborhood <br /> • Traffic safety <br /> • Concern about the close proximity of the detached garage to home <br /> • Location of the split is not in character with the neighborhood <br /> Hinman stated that staff recommends approval of the request, in that the minor <br /> subdivision meets the size and use requirements of the zoning ordinance. <br /> Mayor Hicks stated that while this is not a public hearing,comments would be heard <br /> from the members of the audience. <br /> Derek Jager, 600 Maher, stated that he moved to his house because of the space and <br /> maturity of the neighborhood and does not support the minor subdivision. <br /> Kari Jager,600 Maher,stated that the applicant does not have the neighborhood's best <br /> interests in mind with this proposal and is concerned that this will start a trend. <br /> Joan Reinardy, 3625 Red Wing Boulevard, stated that she bought her property for the <br /> size of the lot and does not support the minor subdivision. <br /> Mary Rother, 3665 Red Wing Boulevard, stated that she does not support the minor <br /> subdivision. <br /> Donald Swanson, 3580 Malcolm Avenue, stated that this is a single family <br /> neighborhood and should remain that way. He also stated concern with location of utilities and <br /> power lines. <br /> Lori and Ron Best,3525 Red Wing Boulevard, stated that just because the proposal <br /> may meet the minimums does not mean that it should be approved, as it does not fit the <br /> neighborhood. <br /> Councilmember Schultz asked what the proposed use for the subdivided lot would be. <br /> Hinman stated that has not yet been identified by the applicant. <br /> Hinman stated that the Council may consider establishing a zoning district which <br /> recognizes the unique characteristics of this neighborhood. <br /> Moved by Councilmember Slavik,seconded by Councilmember Alongi to accept the <br /> Planning Commission's recommendation for denial, using it's findings of fact. <br /> Following further discussion, a friendly amendment to the motion was accepted which <br /> directed further discussion on the creation of a different zoning classification be had at the <br /> Planning Committee of the Council level. <br /> 7 Ayes;Nays,none. <br /> Resolution—Site Plan Review#2007-27:36 Unit Apartment Building on 31"Street <br /> (Siewert) <br /> Planning Director Hinman stated that the Planning Commission recommended <br /> approval of the request,with conditions. Hinman stated that comments have been received <br /> from residents regarding: <br /> • Land use in the area has changed;apartment does not fit <br />