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2021-11-10 Planning Commission Special Meeting Agenda PacketAuxiliary aids for persons with disabilities are available upon request at least 120 hours in advance. If a notice of less than 120 hours is received, the City of Mendota Heights will make every attempt to provide the aids, however, this may not be possible on short notice. Please contact City Hall at 651.452.1850 with requests. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2021 – 6:30 PM Mendota Heights City Hall – Council Chambers 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights MN 55118 1.Call to Order / Roll Call 2.New / Unfinished Business a.CASE No. 2021-18 Wetlands Permit to allow for construction of fire pit/patio, retaining walls, landscaping and tree removals adjacent to a wetland - located at 2452 Pond Circle East (Erik & Sarah Iverson – Owner / Applicant) b.Discussion of City of Mendota Heights Meetings/Events Calendar Year 2022 3. Adjourn Meeting PLANNING STAFF REPORT [Supplemental] DATE:November 10, 2021 (Special Meeting) TO:Planning Commission FROM:Tim Benetti, Community Development Director SUBJECT:Planning Case 2021-18 WETLANDS PERMIT (After-the-Fact) APPLICANT:Erik & Sarah Iverson PROPERTY ADDRESS:2452 Pond Circle East ZONING/GUIDED:R-1 One Family Residential/LR Low Density Residential ACTION DEADLINE:November 28, 2021 INTRODUCTION The Iverson’s are seeking approval of a Wetlands Permit to allow the installation of a new flag-stone fire pit and patio, a walk-out entry patio, retaining walls, steps, grading and landscaping work, along with some tree pruning and removal on their property located at 2452 Pond Circle East. This application has been deemed an “After-the-Fact” due to work had already been commenced by the homeowners. A public hearing notice for this planning item was held at the October 24, 2021 regular meeting, where this item was tabled to the next meeting. Notices of this meeting were re-mailed to all owners within 350-feet of this property; notice posted on the city’s website and city hall bulletin board. UPDATED SITE / LANDSCAPE PLAN The Applicants have submitted a revised/updated landscape plan, which is included with this supplemental report. The plan shows grading/elevation contours with elevation markings (similar to previous plan), and drainage pattern arrows (blue-dotted lines) illustrating the flow of surface waters. The current back yard area slopes gently downward towards the back of the home towards the nearby pond, where it comes to a defined sloped edge. From this edge, the yard again drops down a slight steep slope to another flatter, and gentle sloped area leading down to the pond edge. This lower sloped edge near the pond is not being affected, and will remain intact. This buffer edge along the pond is what the city encourages owners to leave alone and not disturb, in order to help reduce any silt/organics/lawn chemical runoff into wetlands. Along the back edge of the cleared yard will be a new large, boulder retaining wall. This wall varies in height from 4.5’ to 8.5’ in the back corner, and approximately 4-ft. in height along the length of the back yard edge. Contractor has provided examples of the stones/boulders they plan to use as part of this wall (see photos – next page). Packet Page # 1 Planning Case 2021-18 (Iverson) Page 2 of 9 Similar stone/boulder walls will be used to replace the older, rotted wood retaining walls along the garage side of the home (see photos –end of this report). These walls will vary between 2-ft. to almost 4-ft. in height, and will be tiered along the back corner of the home, and eventually tie into the lower walls around the back-door patio space. A new 9’ x 20’ patterned paver stone patio is planned off the back door entryway. This patio will be supported or shored up with small retaining walls approx. 1’ – 1.5’in height. Steps leading down to irregular (flagstone) steppers creating a small foot path down to the new fire-pit/patio seating area. This fire pit area will be elevated slightly above the back yard grades, and supported/shored-up with 2’-2.5’ high retaining walls. The plan calls for the regrading, filling and leveling the back yard to make it more useable; which means a slight rise of elevations from the back of the house of approximately 3-ft. to almost 7-ft. in some localized areas. The intent is to level the main back yard space from the back of the home down to the front edge of the new boulder wall. The back yard will be replanted with new sod. The initial plan called for the planting of three (3) new trees: a sugar maple, clump river birch and clump serviceberry. The updated plan now shows three additional evergreen trees consisting of two Black Hill spruce and one white pine along the westerly side yard. The plan identifies the two separate “rock spill” features located on the back edge of the retaining wall. The home currently has downspouts that tie into or empty into an underground tile system. It is assumed these tiles daylight out towards the back, but the as noted at the previous hearing, the contractor is not sure if these tiles or pipes are connected or even working. Nevertheless, the contractor intends to dig down and remove the old tile systems, and replace with new tiles, which will lead down to these new rock-spill features outside the wall. This stormwater will then drain out ground towards the pond. Public Works staff is suggesting the owner/contractors provide suitable plantings surround these spill features to soften their appearances, but also help stabilize surrounding soils that may be affected by runoff. Finally, the plan shows a single row of Silt Sock for erosion protection. Staff has normally required homeowners or contractors working near wetlands or other water resources to provide a double (two) row of silt fence or silt sock features. ANALYSIS Pursuant to City Code Section 12-2-3, the Wetland Systems ordinance applies to wetlands and water resource related areas, and to adjacent land within one hundred feet (100') of normal high water markers of wetlands and water resource related areas as delineated on the official city wetlands systems map. Packet Page # 2 Planning Case 2021-18 (Iverson) Page 3 of 9 City Code Section 12-2-6 further states that any work or development upon or which would otherwise alter a wetland or potentially impact a water related resource area, must obtain a written permit from the city; with the list of activities noted as follows: 1. The deposit or removal of any debris, fill or other material over 100 cubic yards. 2. Any excavation over 100 cubic yards. 3. The digging, dredging, filling, or in any other way altering or removing any material from water bodies, watercourses, wetlands, floodplain, or natural drainage system. 4. The construction, alteration, or removal of any structure. 5. The removal of vegetation. 6. The altering of any embankment, ponding, or changing of the flow of water or ponding capacity. 7. Permanently storing materials. 8. Disposing of waste materials (including sewage, garbage, rubbish, and other discarded materials). 9. Installation and maintenance of essential services. The purpose of the Wetlands Systems Chapter of the City Code Title 12-2-1 is to: x Provide for protection, preservation, maintenance, and use wetlands and water resource-related areas; x Maintain the natural drainage system; x Minimize disturbance which may result from alteration by earthwork, loss of vegetation, loss of wildlife and aquatic organisms as a result of the disturbance of the natural environment or from excessive sedimentation; x Provide for protection of potable fresh water supplies; and x Ensure safety from floods. The Surface Water Management Plan (SWMP) provides certain guidelines and suggested standards (not requirements) for the city to follow or implement when dealing with new development near natural water features. The SWMP recommends – but does not require a 25-foot no-disturbance/natural vegetative buffer zone from the wetland edge. This buffer is meant to provide an extra level or protection or natural means in preventing erosion run-off, silt protection, and reducing any fertilizer or chemical runoff that may occur from on-site or adjacent residential lawns. Under this plan and layout of the subject property, approximately 35-40-feet of the land area coming off the pond edge is intended to be left alone and undisturbed. While buckthorn and other invasive vegetation can be managed, it is highly recommended Owners preserve and protect the existing trees and vegetation growing in these buffer areas. All of the major construction and grading work related to this new back-yard improvement project should take place far enough away from the established pond edge, so as not to cause any damage or impacts to this water feature. Any new construction or installation work near the 25-ft. (or more) buffer edge will be protected by silt/erosion control measures. Per the Wetland Ordinance Section 12-2-7 Standards and Conditions: x Runoff from developed property and construction projects may be directed to the wetland only when reasonably free of silt and debris and chemical pollutants, and at such rates such as not to disturb wetland vegetation or increase turbidity. x No deleterious waste shall be discharged in a wetland or disposed of in a manner that would cause the waste to enter the wetland or other water resource area. Packet Page # 3 Planning Case 2021-18 (Iverson) Page 4 of 9 x Removal of vegetation shall be permitted only when and where such work within the W district has been approved in accordance with the standards of this chapter. x Removal of vegetation within the W district but outside the wetland shall be limited to that reasonably required for the placement of structures and the use of property. The homeowners have demonstrated to city staff a desire to limit the scale and scope of this proposed backyard improvement project to an area situated far enough away from the pond, that impacts should be minimal. The landscape project will fit nicely with the overall size of the property, and should be an nice improvement. Most of the new work is being contained or limited to the area that served as a semi- functioning back yard space; but this plan should now provide some nice, open and added usable space for the needs of their children and enjoyment to their entire family. ALTERNATIVES 1. Approve the Wetlands Permit based on certain findings of fact, along with specific conditions of approval as noted herein; or 2. Deny the requested Wetlands Permit based on revised finding(s) of facts as determined by the Planning Commission; or 3. Table the request and direct staff to extend the application review period an additional 60 days, pursuant to MN State Statute 15.99. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of a Wetlands Permit for the property located at 2452 Pond Circle East, which would allow certain back-yard improvements and tree/vegetation removal and replacement within 100-feet of a wetland, based on the attached findings-of-fact and subject to the following conditions: 1. Any new removals, excavating, grading and/or construction activity related to the new back yard improvements, including the fire-pit patio, retaining walls, stairs, and paths, 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. 2.Full erosion/sedimentation measures shall be installed prior to commencement of work and maintained throughout the duration of the construction project. A double-row silt fence with suitable fabric material or other erosion measures approved by the city’s Public Works Department must be in place prior to the commencement of any new construction or removals. Erosion barrier shall be placed along the outer edges of the side yards, and the lower edge near the pond buffer. 3.The Applicant/Owner shall not remove any trees or vegetation, nor perform any unnecessary grading or disturbance to the 25-ft. wetland buffer area. 4. If any additional construction work, or areas inside or beyond this buffer edge (from the new back wall to the pond edge) need to be disturbed, except for the plantings of new trees/vegetation, the Owner must contact city staff prior to commencing any work, and repair and replant any disturbed areas with suitable plantings and materials per direction of the city’s Natural Resources Technician. 5. Any new tree or landscaping material used under this approved plan must meet the city’s list of Native Plantings and Pollinator Friendly trees and vegetation. 6.All disturbed areas in and around the project site shall be restored and have an established, protected and permanent ground cover immediately after the back yard improvements have been installed. 7. Any new site construction or removal shall occur only between the hours of 7:00 am and 8:00 pm weekdays; and 9:00 am to 5:00 pm weekends. Packet Page # 4 Planning Case 2021-18 (Iverson) Page 5 of 9 FINDINGS-OF-FACT FOR APPROVAL PLANNING CASE NO. 2021-18 Wetlands Permit for New Backyard Improvements 2452 Pond Circle East The following Findings of Fact are made in support of approval of the proposed requests: 1. All tree and plants previously removed on this property were either considered invasive species, diseased or dying, or removed due to safety reasons; and this removal and any other removal of vegetation shall be limited to that reasonably required for the placement of structures and the use of property, including but not limited to the outdoor patios and fire-pit, retaining walls, steps, and walkways and new trees and landscaping; 2. All new work will have very little to no impacts to the adjacent wetland feature; 3. Owners will provide for the protection and preservation of the adjacent wetland/water resource feature by installing silt fence and stormwater run-off protection measures as per the City’s Land Disturbance Guidelines and city staff direction; 4. Any disturbed areas of the protective and natural wetland buffer areas will be restored and replanted with vegetation that ensures storm water, soil and contaminant runoff is reduced or minimized from the subject property; 5.Owners are taking serious measures to avoid and minimize disturbances of the vegetative buffer area and other surrounding areas, in order to protect and preserve the natural pond environment, thereby minimizing and avoiding any impacts to wildlife and aquatic organisms; 6.Any disturbed areas or vegetation removed as part of this back-yard landscaping project will be replanted in the disturbed areas after construction is completed; and 7.Any new trees or vegetation to be planted as part of this project will include native species and varieties to Minnesota, along with pollinator encouraging vegetation, as per the city’s Pollinator Friendly Policy. 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Contact "Gopher State One Call" at 651-454-0002 for utility locations, 48 hours prior to any excavation. 10/18/2021 Legend Water Feature Wetland Boundary Line - 100 ft. Wetland Buffer Edge - 25 ft. Packet Page # 12 SSOOILL IDD MMAAPP -22445522 PPoonndd CCiirrcclee EEaasstt Environment Environment - Geology & Soils Soil Types (SSURGO) Property Information Addresses Parcel Lines Tax Parcels AREASYMBOL MN037 DESCR Kingsley sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes SPATIALVER 6 ACRES 13.83208521 MUSYM 342C Shape_Length 2515.8381098997943 MUKEY 396839 Shape_Area 55976.46287363311 Disclaimer:Map and parcel data are believed to be accurate,but accuracy is not guaranteed. This is not a legal document and should not be substituted for a title search,appraisal,survey,yy or for zoning verification. Map Scale 11 iinncchh ==7799 ffeeeett 10/18/2021 Packet Page # 13 October 26, 2021 Mendota Heights Planning Commission Meeting Page 1 of 29 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OCTOBER 26, 2021 The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Planning Commission was held on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve at 7:00 P.M. The following Commissioners were present: Chair Litton Field, Commissioners Patrick Corbett, Sally Lorberbaum, Cindy Johnson, Michael Toth, Brian Petschel, and Andrew Katz. Those absent: None Approval of Agenda The agenda was approved as submitted. Approval of August 24, 2021 Minutes COMMISSIONER LORBERBAUMMOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF AUGUST 24, 2021. FURTHER DISCUSSION: COMMISSIONER LORBERBAUM NOTED ON PAGE SIX, THE THIRD PARAGRAPH, IT SHOULD STATE, “…THAT IS GOING TO BE AN ADDITION TO THE RESERVE.” AYES: 7 NAYS: 0 Hearings Chair Field noted that there has been discussion of changing the order of the agenda. COMMISSIONER LORBERBAUM MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER KATZ TO CHANGE THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA TO CONSIDER ITEM A AFTER ITEMS B AND C. AYES: 7 NAYS: 0 B) PLANNING CASE 2021-18 ERIK AND SARAH IVERSON, 2452 POND CIRCLE EAST – WETLANDS PERMIT Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained that the Iversons are seeking approval of a Wetlands Permit to allow the installation of a new flag-stone fire pit and patio, a walk-out Packet Page # 14 October 26, 2021 Mendota Heights Planning Commission Meeting Page 2 of 29 entry patio, retaining walls, steps, grading and landscaping work, along with some tree pruning and removal on their property located at 2452 Pond Circle East. This application has been deemed an “after the fact” due to work had already been commenced by the homeowners. Hearing notices were published and mailed to all properties within 350-ft. of the site; one email of support from a neighboring owner was received and one comment of concern. 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 Lorberbaum stated that the staff report mentions that all disturbed areas shall be restored, and areas shall be replanted, noting that is not very specific. Community Development Director Tim Benetti stated that there are not set tree replacement requirements and therefore he is relying on the input of the Commission. Chair Field opened the public hearing. Sarah and Erik Iverson, 2452 Pond Circle East, she stated that in addition to the project plan outlined by staff they would like to make a statement. She stated that they moved to the property in June, and they love being outdoors. She stated that the main goal of the backyard project is to maintain the natural landscape and also make it safe for their children and family. She stated that prior to moving in there was little upkeep in the backyard and a rotting wall. She stated that there were also erosion issues, old stumps, diseased trees, and overgrown trees that were dropping limbs on the deck and home. She believed that their landscape plan would address all the issues and would also keep the integrity of the pond. Commissioner Johnson stated that she did not see any grading plans with the landscaping plan. She stated that the material for the wall was not noted on the plan, but she did visit the property and the applicant advised her that the wall would be made of boulders. She stated that she would also be interested in detailed planting information and how the rock spill would be handled. Tim Johnson, contractor representing the applicant, stated that the retaining wall will be made of fieldstone boulders and natural cut stone steps will provide access from the existing patio to the lower parts of the yard. He stated that the current firepit was neglected and the new firepit would be shifted west to provide more separate between the deck and trees. He provided details on the other work that would be done to repair the deteriorating backyard elements. He stated that an arborist was retained, and they walked the property to identify the healthy trees that could remain. He stated that the box elder, ash and other unhealthy trees are/were removed. He noted that some of those trees were leaning towards homes and were removed in order to remove that liability. He commented on the work that they have done to ensure the health of the trees that are being saved as they are heritage trees, and they want them to remain healthy during construction. He provided details on the three tree species that will be planted to replace the unhealthy trees. He noted that Packet Page # 15 October 26, 2021 Mendota Heights Planning Commission Meeting Page 3 of 29 the remainder of the yard was most likely woodchips and dirt because it had been neglected and eroded. He stated that they would be putting in turf grass, similar to the neighboring properties in order to provide ground coverage. He noted that silt fence was also installed for erosion control. Joe Slater, 2464 Pond Circle E, stated that he has been a resident of Mendota Heights for over 27 years. He hoped to know the applicants better in the future. He stated that his concern is that the City did not follow its own rules. He stated that a permit is supposed to be requested prior to work being completed. He believed the City was notified prior to the trees being cut down. He stated that the pond area is very special and home to wildlife. He believed that the City should have done a better job visiting the site and gaining control of the process. He stated that he does not begrudge the residents for wanting to beautify their property but is concerned with the City not following its process to ensure the natural area is protected. Seeing no one further coming forward wishing to speak, Chair Field asked for a motion to close the public hearing. COMMISSIONER CORBETT MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LORBERBAUM TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. AYES: 7 NAYS: 0 Commissioner Corbett asked the root cause of why this is an after the fact permit and whether the City was involved before a permit was requested. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek commented that the applicant did call the City the day before the tree removal contractor was scheduled to show up. He stated that it was explained that ash and boxelders were being removed and noted that dead and diseased trees can be removed without a permit. He stated that once they received a call from a neighboring property owner, the City visited the property to see which trees were being removed. He agreed that some trees were dead and leaning over the property or were ash trees or other trees that would soon need to be removed. He explained that he told the property owners they could continue with the tree removal but then would need to stop work and apply for a permit for the remainder of the work. He stated that the applicant was instructed that absolutely no work could be completed within the 25-foot buffer area. He stated that the trees that were removed were not quality trees and/or imposed a risk to the home. Commissioner Corbett asked if staff believes that activity was within what was allowed. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek confirmed that the tree removal was allowed but the stop work order was issued on the remainder of the work planned. He commented that homeowners can remove dead/diseased/dying trees without a wetland permit. Commissioner Johnson referenced the landscape plan but believes that would be more appropriately described as a hardscape plan. She stated that specific information is not provided related to the trees, grading, or vegetation. She stated that there would need to be excavation to install the boulders. She noted that she would also like more details on the rock spill. She stated Packet Page # 16 October 26, 2021 Mendota Heights Planning Commission Meeting Page 4 of 29 that a detailed site plan identifying drainage, grading, and landscaping is required for a wetlands permit. She commented on the other items that she also believed are missing in terms of the existing drainage and grading of the site. She stated that she would prefer to table the request and extend the review by 60 days in order to gain those specific elements. She stated that the Commission needs those items in order to provide an accurate review and ensure reviews are being done consistently. COMMISSIONER JOHNSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CORBETT TO TABLE THE REQUEST AND DIRECT STAFF TO EXTEND THE REVIEW PERIOD. FURTHER DISCUSSION: COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL STATED THAT HE AGREES WITH THE READING OF THE ORDINANCES BUT ALSO BELIEVES THAT THE REQUIREMENTS WITHIN THE CODE ARE NOT GOING TO ADD MATERIAL INFORMATION TO THE DECISION-MAKING PROCESS. HE STATED HE DID NOT BELIEVE A TOPOGRAPHIC MAP WOULD ADD TO THE DECISION-MAKING PROCESS. HE STATED THAT HE COULD SUPPORT THE MOTION BUT NOTED THAT THIS WOULD DELAY THE PROJECT AND WOULD THEN POSTPONE WORK UNTIL THE SPRING. COMMISSIONER LORBERBAUM STATED THAT SHE AGREES WITH WHAT HAD BEEN SAID, NOTING THAT THERE ARE ITEMS MISSING THAT ARE REQUIRED. SHE STATED THAT SHE WOULD LIKE THE APPLICANTS TO PROVIDE DIRECTION RATHER THAN THE COMMISSION PROVIDING THE DIRECTION RELATED TO TREE PLANTING. SHE STATED THAT ABOUT 30 TREES WERE REMOVED AND IT SOUNDS LIKE THREE TREES ARE BEING REPLANTED. SHE STATED THAT SHE WOULD LIKE A MORE DETAILED PLAN FROM THE APPLICANT. COMMISSIONER TOTH ASKED IF IT WOULD BE FAIR TO SAY THAT WHEN THE HOME WAS BUILT, THE AREA WAS PROBABLY CLEAN AND THE YARD BECAME OVERGROWN BECAUSE OF NEGLECT. HE STATED THAT THE NEW PROPERTY OWNER IS ATTEMPTING TO CLEAN UP THE PROPERTY AND REMOVE UNDESIRED TREES. HE STATED THAT TO A POINT THE COMMISSION/CITY SHOULD BE WORKING WITH THE PROPERTY OWNER. COMMISSIONER LORBERBAUM STATED THAT PERHAPS STAFF SHOULD PLACE AN ARTICLE IN THE CITY NEWSLETTER EDUCATING RESIDENTS ABOUT THE NEED FOR PERMITS FOR THIS TYPE OF WORK. AYES: 6 NAYS: 1 (FIELD) Chair Field noted that this would be scheduled to come back to the Commission at its November meeting. He asked staff to reach out to the applicant and attempt to assist them with ensuring their application is in order. Packet Page # 17 From:Devin Creurer To:Tim Benetti Cc:Sara Creurer Subject:Case # 2021-18 permit request 2452 Pond Cir. E Date:Sunday, October 17, 2021 11:31:56 AM Tim Benetti, Both my wife and I live at 2471 Pond Cir E, Mendota Heights MN 55120 and we are in favor of approving Erik Iversons request for a wetland permit. We see no problem with allowing this work to be done. Devin Creurer Sara Creurer Packet Page # 18 City of Mendota Heights 2022 Calendar DRAFT (rev 10/29/2021) ARC dates set at Nov 17, 2021 meeting PRC dates set at Nov 9, 2021 meeting PC dates set at ___ meeting CC dates set at ___ meeting Packet Page # 19 City of Mendota Heights mendotaheightsmn.gov January 2022 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT New Year’s Eve 1 City Hall & Public Works Closed New Year’s Day 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 City Council 6pm 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Parks & Recreation Commission 6:30pm 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day City Hall Closed (Public Works Open) City Council 6pm Airport Relations Commission 6pm 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Planning Commission 7pm 30 31 Packet Page # 20 City of Mendota Heights mendotaheightsmn.gov February 2022 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 State Precinct Caucus No public meetings after 6pm City Council 6pm 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Parks & Recreation Commission 6:30pm 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 City Council 6pm 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Presidents’ Day City Hall & Public Works Closed Planning Commission 7pm 27 28 Packet Page # 21 City of Mendota Heights mendotaheightsmn.gov March 2022 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 City Council 6pm Ash Wednesday 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Parks & Recreation Commission 6:30pm 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Daylights Saving Time Begins City Council 6pm Airport Relations Commission 6pm? 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