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Planning Commission Page 12 <br />May 28, 2019 <br />----------------------------- <br />Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report. <br />Chair Johnson opened the public hearing. <br />Pastor David Doppenberg addressed the Planning Commission and explained they <br />are receiving bids to update the sprinkler system to sprinkle the whole building and <br />update the handicapped accessibility. He stated this is a tight time frame and <br />explained that's why the updated request is asking for a 6 year interim use permit. <br />Commissioner Rydberg asked if this was a tenant/lease situation or is the school a <br />part of the church. <br />Pastor Doppenberg stated it's a public school with a lease agreement. <br />Leah Studaker — 19680 Ironton Circle, stated she is the founding board chair for <br />Three Rivers Montessori Charter School. She stated over 150 families have applied <br />to attend the school and are committed to this type of education. She introduced the <br />school's director who is from Ireland. She appreciates being able to form the roots <br />of this great educational opportunity. <br />There being no one else present to speak, Chair Johnson closed the public hearing. <br />Commissioner Larson -Vito stated she is fine extending this IUP for an additional <br />year. <br />Chair Johnson felt it was a good benefit to community, especially in using a space <br />that's not being used. <br />Moved by Commissioner Larson -Vito and seconded by Commissioner <br />Rydberg to recommend approval of the application for an Interim Use Permit <br />for Institutional Use (School) inside Elk River United Methodist Church, 1304 <br />Main Street, with the following conditions: <br />1. The Interim Use Permit will expire June 17, 2025. <br />2. Bus loading and unloading shall occur on Main Street or 4th Street. <br />3. Parent drop-off and pick-up shall only occur in the parking area of the <br />subject parcel. <br />Motion carried 5-0. <br />4.7 Ordinance Amendment — City of Elk River <br />■ Adding Physical Recreation or Training to MU -ERP District, Case No. OA <br />19-05 <br />Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report. <br />Chair Johnson opened the public hearing. <br />NATURE <br />