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. . . Planning Commission Minutes March 22, 2005 Page 9 Ms. Michele McPherson reviewed the proposed ordinance amendment relating to government buildings/facilities and government offices. She explained the inconsistencies in the current ordinance and reviewed a chart illustrating the proposed changes. Ms. McPherson noted that two sites that may be impacted by the proposed changes are the MnDOT maintenance facility east of Highway 169 on Dodge Street, and the Lions Park Center. Ms. McPherson explained that these two sites would become non-conforming, but that there would some options for them, should the need arise to expand or rebuilt these facilities. Commissioner Scott asked where facilities should as water towers and lift stations could be located. Ms. McPherson explained that those types of facilities are considered essential services and can be placed virtually anywhere in the City, regardless of zoning. Commissioner Offerman expressed concern that MnDOT would have a difficult time relocating their facility, given the high cost of land in Elk River. Ms. McPherson stated that there is a large area zoned 11 Light Industrial on the west side of Highway 169, currently being mined, which would be suitable for such a facility. Commissioner Offerman noted that MnDOT could also request a rezoning for their current site. Chair Anderson opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue, Chair Anderson closed the public hearing. MOTION BY COMMISSIONER WESTGAARD AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LEMKE TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE REQUEST BY THE CITY OF ELK RIVER FORAN ORDINANCE AMEND PROVIDING CONSISTENCY IN THE REGUIATION OF GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS/FACILITISE AND GOVERNMENT OFFICES. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. 5.7. Request by City of Elk River to Amend Sections 30-1023. 30-801. 30-938 and 30-2021. Public Hearing - Case No. OA 05-07 Director of Planning Michele McPherson reviewed each of the proposed ordinance amendments. She stated that if the Commission would like more time to consider the architectural standards, this item could be removed and placed on the April workshop agenda for discussion. Ms. McPherson noted that she would also like the Commission to consider canvas structures, since the Public Works is considering constructing one for salt/sand storage. Commissioner Anderson stated he was in favor of removing this item from the ordinance amendment. Commissioner Westgaard concurred. Chair Anderson opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue, Chair Anderson closed the public hearing. MOTION BY COMMISSIONER STEVENSAND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LEMKE TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE REQUEST BY THE CITY OF ELK RIVER FOR ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS TO THESE SECTIONS, EXCLUDING SECTION 30-938 - ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS: SECTION 30-1023 - C-2 OFICE DISTRICT SECTION 30-801 - HOME OCCUPATIONS SECTION 30-2021 - LOT AREA AND WIDTH STANDARDS