2020-06-23 Planning Commission MinutesJune 23, 2020 Mendota Heights Planning Commission Meeting Page 1 of 12
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
JUNE 23, 2020
The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Planning Commission was held on Tuesday, June 23,
2020 in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve at 7:00 P.M.
The following Commissioners were present: Chair Mary Magnuson, Commissioners John
Mazzitello, Patrick Corbett, Michael Toth, Brian Petschel, and Andrew Katz. Those absent:
Commissioner Litton Field.
Approval of Agenda
The agenda was approved as submitted.
Approval of May 26, 2020 Minutes
COMMISSIONER CORBETT MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO,
TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF MAY 26, 2020
A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS PERFORMED:
COMMISSIONER CORBETTT AYE
COMMISSIONER TOTH AYE
COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO AYE
COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL AYE
COMMISSIONER KATZ AYE
CHAIR MAGNUSON AYE
Hearings
A) PLANNING CASE 2020-10
FRED AND BEVERLY PETERSON, 1770 DODD ROAD – PRELIMINARY PLAT
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained that Fred and Beverly Peterson are
seeking preliminary plat approval to replat their property into three separate lots. The subject
property is generally located on the east side of Dodd Road, mid-block between Marie Avenue to
the south and Hidden Creek Trail to the north. Property is addressed as 1770 Dodd Road and the
plat’s title is proposed as “Moehn Addition”. Hearing notices were published and mailed to all
properties within 350-ft. of the site; comments were received that will be read as part of the public
hearing.
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Community Development Director Tim Benetti provided a planning staff report and a presentation
on this planning item to the Commission (which is available for viewing through the City’s
website).
Staff reviewed the available actions the Commission could take.
Commissioner Mazzitello asked if these two applications run together or whether these are two
separate actions.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained that without the variance the two lots
would not be able to be platted in this manner.
Commissioner Katz asked if this would create two new flag lots.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti stated that technically these would not be flag lots
because they do not provide a dedicated or attached access strip to Dodd Road. He explained that
frontage of each of these lots would only be on the private drive.
Commissioner Katz asked if there has been discussion to turn the driveway into a new street.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti stated that was not discussed. He stated that it
was recommended by previous staff in 1991, when considering the Pine Creek Estates
development to the north, to have a public road dedicated between both properties, but that would
have required a much wider road system with a large cul-de-sac at the end, which would have
impacted both sides of the properties. He stated that because the Petersons did not want to develop
in 1991, the Pine Creek developer offered to provide a joint driveway agreement that would serve
all properties along the private drive and allow Peterson’s to develop in the future. He stated that
widening the private drive would assist in fire safety access.
Commissioner Petschel asked if there is any way a private drive could be differentiated from a
private driveway.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti stated that this would be looked at as a private
driveway as it does not meet the requirement of a private roadway. He stated the opportunity to
install a wider private roadway or public roadway was squandered when they allowed Pine Creek
to develop in the 1990’s.
Commissioner Mazzitello asked the narrowest roadway in the city.
Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek commented that there is an alley that serves the homes on
Valley Curve Road, which would probably be the narrowest. He provided some other examples
of narrow roads but was unsure of the widths.
Commissioner Mazzitello commented that Mendota Heights has a few private roads, mostly within
townhome communities that are owned and maintained by the association. He stated that the last
private road was constructed in 2003 within public right-of-way. He agreed that half of the right-
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of-way should have been platted with the original development with the remainder platted with
this but acknowledged that did not occur.
Commissioner Katz asked who would pay for the maintenance of the private driveway.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti stated that this would stay a private driveway that
would be shared by the property owners that abut the driveway and therefore the City would never
maintain or plow the driveway. He stated that the property owners would need to agree to an
agreement for maintenance that will be memorialized through the development agreement.
Chair Magnuson asked the narrowest roadway width necessary for two cars to pass.
Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek commented that two 11-foot lanes with an additional two feet
for reaction. He commented that there are some streets in Mendota Heights that are 20 feet wide,
which is the narrowest width allowed under Fire Code.
Chair Magnuson asked the difference between a private drive and alley.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti reviewed the definition of an alley, which
separates the back of lots; and Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek confirmed that an alley is
constructed in public right-of-way.
Chair Magnuson referenced Finding-of-Fact J, which states that the driveway must be widened to
20-feet in width. She noted that while she does not disagree with that, it does not match the 16-
foot width proposed.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti stated that if a 16-foot-wide driveway were
provided and the homes were sprinkled, the Fire Department would accept 16 feet. He stated that
if the sprinkler systems were not installed, a 20-foot driveway would be required.
Commissioner Toth asked why lot two is the smallest lot.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti stated that the original plat had the wrong area and
dimensions. He stated that the consultant had to revision the plat to ensure that the lots meet the
size requirements. He stated that he recommended that lot three maintain 100 feet of frontage to
the private driveway.
Commissioner Toth referenced the driveway that would be shared by lots two and three and asked
if that would be asphalt or class five.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti stated that the driveway would be asphalt; and
further stated concrete would also be allowed, but class five would not be allowed.
Jon Faraci, of Lake and Land Surveying, representing the applicants, stated that he has an
agreement, covenant to construct a joint driveway, which was signed in 1992. He stated that he
has easements from the Walkers and Petersons for ingress, egress, and utilities. He noted that the
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agreement also addresses the shared costs. He explained that the Petersons originally did not want
to develop their property in the 90s and wanted to enjoy it privately. He stated that the Petersons
are now reaching retirement and would like to develop the property and use the proceeds to enjoy
their retirement.
Chair Magnuson opened the public hearing.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti read aloud the written comments that were
received prior to the meeting, which will be incorporated into the record, from property owners at
1771 Dodd Road, 1781 Dodd Road, 1780 Dodd Road, 1769 Dodd Road, 1768 Dodd Road, and
663 Marie Avenue (written comments attached hereto).
Chair Magnuson asked for a motion to close the public hearing.
COMMISSIONER KATZ MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO, TO
CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS PERFORMED:
COMMISSIONER CORBETTT AYE
COMMISSIONER TOTH AYE
COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO AYE
COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL AYE
COMMISSIONER KATZ AYE
CHAIR MAGNUSON AYE
COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER KATZ, TO
RECOMMEND DENIAL OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF MOEHN ADDITION, ALONG
WITH A VARIANCE TO ALLOW TWO OF THE THREE LOTS IN THE PROPOSED
SUBDIVISION TO NOT HAVE FRONTAGE ALONG A PUBLIC ROADWAY SYSTEM,
AND FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1770 DODD ROAD, BASED ON THE FINDINGS
OF FACT THAT CONFIRM THE APPLICANT FAILED TO MEET THE BURDEN(S) OF
PROOF OR STANDARDS IN GRANTING OF THE VARIANCE REQUESTED HEREIN.
Chair Magnuson called for discussion on the motion.
Commissioner Mazzitello commented that he understands the intent of the applicant, noting that
the agreement from 1992 makes things grey. He stated that in order to issue a variance, three
criteria must be analyzed and met in order to meet the practical difficulties, with No. 1 being the
property will be used in a reasonable manner not otherwise permitted by the zoning ordinance, and
stated the commission can discuss what is reasonable, but that is not the one he is focused on here.
The third is whether the variance will alter the essential character or locality of the neighborhood,
and since we can see what is completely developed around this site and what is being proposed
under this plan, this should not necessarily alter the character of the neighborhood. Commissioner
Mazzitello concluded by stating he is focused on Criteria No. 2, the plight of the owner is due to
circumstances unique to the property, not created by the property owner. In 1991 there was a plat
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approved to the north and an agreement in 1992 that the current owner was a party to, and the
practical difficulty being presented that there are no options for the two lots (in this proposed plat)
was actually created by the owner, so he thinks the application does not meet said criteria; and
therefore a reason for denial.
No other comments or discussion were added by the commission.
A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS PERFORMED:
COMMISSIONER CORBETTT AYE
COMMISSIONER TOTH AYE
COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO AYE
COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL NAY
COMMISSIONER KATZ AYE
CHAIR MAGNUSON AYE
Motion passed 5 to 1 in favor. Chair Magnuson advised the City Council would consider this
application at its July 7, 2020 meeting.
B) PLANNING CASE 2020-11
JOHN COSGRIFF, 1875 HUNTER LANE – PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained that John Cosgriff is requesting
consideration of a preliminary plat and final plat of a two-parcel combination to be titled “Cosgriff
Place”, located at 1875 Hunter Lane. Hearing notices were published and mailed to all properties
within 350-ft. of the site; no comments or objections to this request were received.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti provided a planning staff report and a presentation
on this planning item to the Commission (which is available for viewing through the City’s
website).
Staff recommended approval of this application based on the findings and with conditions.
John Cosgriff, applicant, stated that he was available to answer any questions.
Commissioner Mazzitello referenced the existing plat, which includes a lot to the north. He asked
what would happen to that lot when this is replatted to Cosgriff Place.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti replied that lot to the north would remain as a part
of the existing subdivision that it belongs to.
Chair Magnuson opened the public hearing.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti stated that no comments were received prior to
tonight’s meeting for this case.
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Chair Magnuson asked for a motion to close the public hearing.
COMMISSIONER TOTH MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CORBETTT, TO
CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS PERFORMED:
COMMISSIONER CORBETT AYE
COMMISSIONER TOTH AYE
COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO AYE
COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL AYE
COMMISSIONER KATZ AYE
CHAIR MAGNUSON AYE
COMMISSIONER KATZ MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO, TO
RECOMMEND APPROVE OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT AND FINAL PLAT OF
COSGRIFF PLACE, WITHOUT ANY ADDED CONDITIONS AND/OR FINDINGS OF FACT,
AS THOSE WERE ALREADY ESTABLISHED AND CONFIRMED IN THE LOT LINE
ADJUSTMENT REQUEST UNDER PLANNING CASE NO. 2020-02.
A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS PERFORMED:
COMMISSIONER CORBETT AYE
COMMISSIONER TOTH AYE
COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO AYE
COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL AYE
COMMISSIONER KATZ AYE
CHAIR MAGNUSON AYE
Motion passed 6 to 0 in favor. Chair Magnuson advised the City Council would consider this
application at its July 7, 2020 meeting.
C) PLANNING CASE 2020-12
VERIZON WIRELESS, 1060 DAKOTA DRIVE – CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained that Verizon Wireless is seeking a
conditional use permit for new wireless/cellular antenna equipment to be installed on top of the
existing Deerwood Bank facilities, located at 1060 Dakota Drive. Title 12-1D-4 of the Code
requires conditional use permit approval for wireless antennas and related equipment installations,
subject to conditions. Hearing notices were published and mailed to all properties within 350-ft.
of the site; comments were received that will be read as part of the public hearing.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti provided a planning staff report and a presentation
on this planning item to the Commission (which is available for viewing through the City’s
website).
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Staff recommended approval of this application based on the findings and with conditions.
Commissioner Toth asked which other locations were considered for this project.
Karyn Acevedo of TechScape Wireless, consultant for the applicant, Verizon Wireless, stated that
this was the only location that would work based on the locations of the existing sites. She
commented that this site is positioned centrally between the existing locations.
Commissioner Toth asked for background information on a tower that was discussed on the north
side of City Hall, near the police station.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti stated that in his four years he cannot recall
discussions of a tower on City Hall property.
Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek stated that he recalls previous discussions related to a tower at
City Hall and at Wentworth Park but noted that he was not a part of those discussions.
Commissioner Mazzitello commented that the applications were over one decade ago and were
ultimately denied by the City Council.
Chair Magnuson asked if the highest point would measure 41.5-foot height.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti confirmed that is the overall proposed height of
the antennas on top of the building. The antenna structures are planned to be no higher than 15-
feet above the flat roof line, per City Code.
Chair Magnuson opened the public hearing.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti read aloud written comments received from
residents at 1075 Mary Adele Avenue and 1044 Dakota Drive, and summarized verbal comments
received from Uba ?, the operator/owner adjacent business Minnesota Childcare Center, regarding
her concerns of potential radiation or cell radio waves affecting the health and safety of children
next door (written comments attached hereto).
Chair Magnuson asked for a motion to close the public hearing.
Chair Magnuson asked the applicant if there have been any studies related to radio waves/radio
activity relative to the towers.
Ms. Acevedo replied that there are studies that have been completed with results on either side of
the issue. She provided details on the FCC Telecommunications Act and required licenses that
require operators to operate within the safety thresholds.
Commissioner Toth commented that these are panels on top of a rooftop that will not extend above
14 feet 5 inches from the rooftop. He stated that it appears the panels will be proportionately in
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the middle of the building; therefore, they should not be visible for those walking or driving in the
area.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti stated that the intent is to ensure the panels are
unobstructed, therefore there will most likely be some visibility of the structure on the roof to some
degree, but it would depend on the perspective.
Commissioner Corbett stated that in the picture in the staff report it appears that there is a landmark
or structure on the roof that is visible in one of the site pictures.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti confirmed that could be a dish antenna, or part of
the air conditioning unit or vent stack.
Commissioner Corbett commented that the panels will most likely be twice as high as the existing
equipment on the roof.
Commissioner Toth referenced the FCC rules and asked how close antennas can be to existing gas
stations, using the example of possible lightning strikes to an antenna.
Ms. Acevedo replied that the towers are grounded and have lightning rods. She stated that she has
never heard of a situation of that nature happening and could not imagine that there would be an
impact to a gas station nearby.
COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER TOTH, TO
CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS PERFORMED:
COMMISSIONER CORBETT AYE
COMMISSIONER TOTH AYE
COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO AYE
COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL AYE
COMMISSIONER KATZ AYE
CHAIR MAGNUSON AYE
COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO,
TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THE
PROPOSED CELLULAR/WIRELESS COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT AT 1060 DAKOTA
DRIVE WITH THE CONDITION THAT THE APPLICANT ABIDES BY ALL
REGULATIONS IN TITLE 12-1D-4 OF THE CITY CODE.
A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS PERFORMED:
COMMISSIONER CORBETT AYE
COMMISSIONER TOTH AYE
COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO AYE
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COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL AYE
COMMISSIONER KATZ AYE
CHAIR MAGNUSON AYE
Motion passed 6 to 0 in favor. Chair Magnuson advised the City Council would consider this
application at its July 7, 2020 meeting.
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D) PLANNING CASE 2020-13
LDK BUILDERS, 638 IVY FALLS AVENUE – CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained that the applicants are seeking a
conditional use permit to allow construction of a new single-family dwelling three feet above the
previous dwelling structure. Hearing notices were published and mailed to all properties within
350-ft. of the site; one comment was received that will be part of the public hearing.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti provided a planning staff report and a presentation
on this planning item to the Commission (which is available for viewing through the City’s
website).
Staff recommended approval of this application based on the findings and with conditions.
Commissioner Toth asked if the grade change would change in any way that would impact the
runoff received by the adjacent neighbor or whether that would remain the same.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti stated that there will be some slight changes on
the east side. He stated that staff is aware of issues with the property to the east and this request
will ensure that this site handles its own drainage, noting the diagram showing the flow for this
property. He stated that the applicant is also placing drain tiles that would tie into the City storm
system.
Chair Magnuson opened the public hearing.
Community Development Director Tim Benetti summarized verbal comments received from the
neighbor to the west that will be a part of the record. He stated that the applicant will work with
the neighbor to resolve any concerns.
Chair Magnuson asked for a motion to close the public hearing.
COMMISSIONER CORBETT MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER KATZ, TO
CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS PERFORMED:
COMMISSIONER CORBETT AYE
COMMISSIONER TOTH AYE
COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO AYE
COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL AYE
COMMISSIONER KATZ AYE
CHAIR MAGNUSON AYE
COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER TOTH, TO
RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR LDK BUILDERS,
INC. TO RAISE THE PROPOSED SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING BY THREE FEET FROM
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THE PREVIOUS DWELLING’S ELEVATION, BASED ON THE FINDINGS OF FACT OF
SUPPORT, AND SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. THE PROPOSED SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING FIRST FLOOR ELEVATION
SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED NO HIGHER THAN THE PROPOSED FIRST FLOOR
ELEVATION OF 937.3 FEET AS NOTED ON THE SURVEY FROM SATHRE-
BERQUIST, INC., DATED MAY 29, 2020.
2. THE PROPOSED DWELLING SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED IN COMPLIANCE WITH
ALL APPLICABLE AND OTHER CITY CODE AND MINNESOTA STATE
BUILDING CODES.
3. THE APPLICANT SHALL OBTAIN A REVISED AND APPROVED BUILDING
PERMIT PRIOR TO ANY RESUMPTION OF EXCAVATION OR CONSTRUCTION
ON THE NEW DWELLING STRUCTURE.
4. ALL GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES AS PART OF THE PROPOSED
DEVELOPMENT SHALL BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE FEDERAL,
STATE, AND LOCAL REGULATIONS AND CODES, AS WELL AS IN
COMPLIANCE WITH THE CITY’S LAND DISTURBANCE GUIDANCE
DOCUMENT.
5. RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION HOURS ARE 7 A.M. TO 8 P.M. ON WEEKDAYS
AND 9 A.M. TO 5 P.M. ON WEEKENDS. THESE WORK HOURS SHALL BE
STRICTLY ADHERED TO BY THE APPLICANT/OWNER AND ALL
CONTRACTORS WORKING ON THE PROPERTY.
6. APPROVAL OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT IS CONTINGENT UPON CITY
COUNCIL APPROVAL OF THE APPLICATION AND CORRESPONDING SITE
PLAN. IF THE CUP IS APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL, THE APPLICANT
SHALL OBTAIN A REVISED BUILDING PERMIT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE
PROPOSED DWELLING WITHIN ONE YEAR FROM SAID APPROVAL DATE.
A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS PERFORMED:
COMMISSIONER CORBETT AYE
COMMISSIONER TOTH AYE
COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO AYE
COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL AYE
COMMISSIONER KATZ AYE
CHAIR MAGNUSON AYE
Motion passed 6 to 0 in favor. Chair Magnuson advised the City Council would consider this
application at its July 7, 2020 meeting.
Staff Announcements / Updates
Community Development Director Tim Benetti gave the following verbal review:
• Planning Case 2020-09 – the applicants withdrew their application therefore the request
did not go before the Council. The applicants are working on new plans.
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• Some Commission members have outstanding stipend checks that have not been cashed
and the Finance Director is requesting that those checks be cashed. If Commission member
do not wish to receive a stipend check, that request can be made and the stipend can be
donated to the City.
Adjournment
COMMISSIONER MAZZITELLO MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER TOTH, TO
ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 8:39 P.M.
AYES: 6
NAYS: 0
Mendota Heights Planning Commission,
Regarding Case No. 2020-10,
My wife and I are homeowners on Marie Ave, with a property adjoining 1770 Dodd Road. In so far as
any development on this site adheres to federal and local laws regarding the protection of responsible
stewardship of wetlands and environmental resources, I support the proposed replat.
In the years to come, the Twin Cities metropolitan area is facing a harmful housing shortage, largely a
result of overzealous municipal zoning laws. I am not an expert in the fields of economic or urban
planning, but I know enough to state confidently that housing shortages impeded economic growth,
while harming the social fabric of the community. Economists and sociologists have documented the
following specific negative externalities we can expect as the shortage worsens:
- Runaway inflation of housing costs
- Increased incidence of homelessness
- Slower economic growth
- Reduced economic productivity
- Housing and economic outcomes which disproportionately hurt minority communities
- Severe market distortion
For this reason, as a community, we should at the very least be maximizing land use under the existing
zoning code. In an ideal world, we would look at changing the existing code to allow for targeted,
intelligent, sustainable redevelopment which respects the character of the community, however I
understand that reforming the zoning code is beyond the scope of this hearing. Yes, in my back yard.
Your neighbors,
Curtis Johnson and Katelyn Rousse
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First and Last Name: John Buri
Email Address: jrburi@stthomas.edu
Phone Number: (651)253-3132
Comment or Question: I am contacting you to say that I am opposed to the construction of a new cell phone tower
behind our current property at 1075 Mary Adele. When we moved to Mendota Heights (from Saint Paul), we were
seeking a "more country feel" without leaving a general urban environment. We found that here in Mendota
Heights. It seems that there are many other locations where a new cell phone tower could be built without
disrupting such a serene neighborhood.
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First and Last Name: kathy buri
Email Address: kmburi@hotmail.com
Phone Number: (612)859-5849
Comment or Question: I would like to give my input into the proposed cell phone tower at the deer bank location.
We live at 1075 Mary Adele. The houses on my side of the street already have power lines running through our
front yards. It seems unfair to put a cell tower behind our back yards.
I propose another location so that four houses are not penalized in their front yards as well as behind our back yards.
Thank You!
Kathy Buri
From:twin28645@aol.com
To:Michael Toth; Patrick Corbett; Brian Petschel; Mary Magnuson; jrmazz@hotmail.com; Litton Field; Andrew Katz;
Tim Benetti
Subject:VERIZON WIRELESS - DEERWOOD BANK
Date:Tuesday, June 23, 2020 1:38:05 PM
To Whom It May Concern,
My name is Theresa Curley Baum, and I am one of the owners of the property commonly known as 1044
Dakota Dr., Mendota Hts., MN, formally known as "Curley Furniture".
On June 18, 2020, I received a letter from the City in regards to Verizon wanting to put wireless
equipment on the roof of the Deerwood Bank at 1060 Dakota Dr.
This is a very serious topic, with possible side affects that could be very dangers. Therefore, I am asking
the City to table this issue for a month to do some studying; and to be able to attend a traditional meeting,
not a zoom meeting where those most affected will have no voice. Also this notice was not given in
adequate time for those people who have to fly in from Florida and Arizona. Please reschedule this for
next month.
I am requesting that Patricia Curley White (additional owner) receive notices on this property in the future,
as well as our tenant Ekramm Abdilahi.
*Patricia Curley White *Ekraam Abdilahi
13106 W. Lyric Dr. 105 Carmel Ave., #304
Sun City West, AZ 85375 West St. Paul, MN 55118
Thank You,
Theresa Curley Baum
2066 N. Ocean Blvd., #10SE
Boca Raton, FL 33431
cell: 630-417-6904
e-mail: twin28645@aol.com