Planning Commission Agenda and Packet 2012 11 29

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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes November 8, 2012 Page 4 of 12 Moline asked if the land use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Russ stated it is. Brauneis inquired about the entrance re-alignment. Russ stated the alignment will now fall in with the established street, Hawthorn which will allow for a full turning movement. Applicant Presentationand Commission Questions of the Applicant Bryan Keys, Bryan Keys and Associates, representing the church discussed the two components of the project: parking lot improvements and the picnic pavilion. He provided a brief history of the church and how the building is used for Sunday services. The building is also used a Stake Center for other area LDS groups. The building serves as a central gather place and church conference center. A few times a year they hold events where they will have 1,000 people attending. In the past they have used the Gaiamsite as overflow parking, which has created concern for the elder and young families. They are looking for safer access to the building. The plan will have improved landscaping that will cover 11% of the lot. He continued with a review of the landscape and the unimproved ball field site. The drainage problem onto Hawthorn has been identified and the new plan will improve the drainage control. They have worked with the Public Works Department to add the necessary control system, which is more restricted then the original plan. He stated the conditionas presented by staff is acceptable tothe applicant. Russ requested the three emails presented this evening be entered into the public record. Russell moved and Brauneis seconded the motion. Motion passed by voice vote. Keys introduced Quinn Remund, Stake Presidency. Remund explained the conferences that are held during the year, as well as the cultural events that will draw 500-600 people on a Sunday evening. Russell asked how many times in a year do they require overflow parking. Remundstated about 4-5 times per year. Russell asked where theypark now. Remund stated they park on the street or in the Gaiam lot, which it not ideal for access reasons. Tengler asked if the picnic pavilion would be available for public use since there are no parks in the area. Keys stated the pavilion is not for public use. Tengler asked what kind of events would be held in the pavilion. Remund stated they would be social events and Boy Scoutevents for members of the church. It will not be for rent. Russell asked if the church had considered a formal parking agreement with Gaiam. Remund stated no.