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Planning Commission Minutes July 22. 1997 Page 5 . complementary and compatible with adjacent land uses, and allow development at this major intersection while minimizing increases in traffic. Scott explained uses allowed in the Business Park vs. The C3 Commercial zoning district. Chair Anderson opened the public hearing. Earl Hohlen, 39 Main Street, one of the owners of the subject property, expressed his feeling the area should remain commercial. Dr. Howard Johnson, owner west of Hohlen's property, indicated Mr. Hohlen would not have adequate access to his property unless he went through his property. He indicated he does not want truck traffic next to his clinic. Mr. Johnson stated he is not in favor of the proposed changes, nor are the other residents adjacent to the site. Steve Stewart, 18290 Ogden Street, expressed his support for Dr. Johnson's comments. Dr. Johnson explained he is faced with a decision with the possible redevelopment of the apartments to the west of his property and Mr. Hohlen's need for access on the east. There being no other comments from the public, Chair Anderson closed the public hearing. . Commissioner Cote questioned whether or not the site to west owned by UP A is developable. Terry Maurer indicated the County ditch has been abandoned, and is served by city storm sewer. Commissioner Mesich indicated he would support the land use but not the rezoning. since the property owners are opposed. Commissioner Minton expressed his support and stressed the need for industrial property. Paul Steinman explained this area is only 1 small area of approximately 300 acres identified for possible industrial/business park development by the EDA Strategic Plan. COMMISSIONER MINTON MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE LAND USE AMENDMENT. COMMISSIONER CHAIR ANDERSON. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-2. Commissioners Thompson and Mesich opposed. COMMISSIONER MINTON MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE REZONING REQUEST BY THE CITY OF ELK RIVER, PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. ZC 97-5, BASED ON INFORMATION IN STAFF REPORT. CHAIR ANDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-2. Commissioners Thompson and Mesich opposed. .