HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-04-18 Parks and Trails Agenda Packet CITY OF CORCORAN
Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission Agenda
April 18, 2017 - 7:00pm
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Agenda Approval
4. Minutes
a. Minutes – February 21, 2017*
5. Open Forum
6. Presentations
7. Unfinished Business
a. Ravinia Neighborhood Park Concept Review*
8. New Business
a. 2030 Comprehensive Plan Review*
9. Reports/Information
a. Active Planning Applications – Informational only*
10. Subcommittee & Miscellaneous Reports
a. City Council Report – Councilor Keefe*
b. Garden Club Report
c. Park Dedication Fund
11. Other Business/Announcements
12. Commissioner Liaison Calendar
City Council Meetings
4/27/17 5/11/17 5/25/17 6/8/17 6/22/17 7/13/17 7/27/17
Krueger Meister Strehler Anderson Robran Regan Nybo
13. Adjournment
*Includes Materials - Materials relating to these agenda items can be found in the House Agenda Packet by
door.
CITY OF CORCORAN
Item 4a.
Parks and Trails Commission Meeting Minutes
February 21, 2017 - 7:00pm
The Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission met on February 21, 2017, at City Hall in Corcoran, MN.
Present were, Commissioners - Anderson, Meister, Nybo, and Strehler. Commissioner Krueger arrived
at 7:05 pm.
Also present were Councilor Dejewski, Seasonal Recreation Coordinator Bauer, and City Administrator
Martens.
Absent were Commissioners Regan and Robran. Also absent was Student Commissioner Beck.
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
Chairperson Anderson called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Chairperson Anderson invited all in attendance to rise and join in the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Agenda Approval
a. Agenda
Motion: Made by Nybo, seconded by Meister, to approve the agenda with the addition of 6b. Nicole
Bauer Seasonal Recreation Coordinator Introduction and swapping the order of new business to
begin with item 8c.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Meister, Nybo, and Strehler
(Motion carried 4:0)
4. Minutes
a. Minutes – January 17, 2017
Motion: Made by Meister, seconded by Nybo, to approve the minutes as presented.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Meister, Nybo, and Strehler
(Motion carried 4:0)
5. Open Forum - None
6. Presentations
a. Kevin Dale – Corcoran Athletic Association
Kevin Dale of the Corcoran Athletic Association presented a proposed Snyder Field press box
project to the Commission with a request to match raised funds in the amount of $3,000 to complete
the project. The Commission discussed the request.
Motion: Made by Nybo, seconded by Meister, to recommend approval of allocating $3,000 towards
the press box project.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, and Strehler
(Motion carried 5:0)
b. Nicole Bauer – Seasonal Recreation Coordinator
Seasonal Recreation Coordinator Nicole Bauer introduced herself to the Commission and provided
an overview of her background and upcoming projects.
7. Unfinished Business – None
8. New Business
c. Interim Use Permit, Variance, and Preliminary Plat for Community Solar Garden
City Administrator presented the request and an overview of the park related impacts.
Commissioners discussed park dedication, location of the future open space park, trail location, and
timing of paving. Mark Zweig representing Sunrise Energy Development responded to questions
from the Commission.
CITY OF CORCORAN
Item 4a.
Motion: Made by Meister, seconded by Krueger, to recommend approval of dedication for land for
an eight foot wide trail with a 30 foot wide trail easement, plus cash in lieu of land in the amount of
$3,525; paving the trail deferred until a future time.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, and Strehler
(Motion carried 5:0)
a. Ravinia Neighborhood Park Concept Review
City Administrator Martens presented two concepts designed by Wenck Associates as phase one of
the design process. Commissioners discussed the proposals and their features. By consensus
concept one was preferred with the use of more natural looking play equipment that was shown in
concept two. The Commission also provided staff with direction that they would like to see the
ability to add a community garden in the future and that a permanent water station is preferred.
b. Regional Athletic Complex Discussion
City Administrator Martens informed the Parks and Trails Commission of a recent City Council
discussion on the proposed regional athletic complex in which staff was directed to take no action
and let the options expire. Commissioners asked questions of Councilor Dejewski who provided
explanation of the decision.
9. Reports/Information
a. Active Planning Applications – Informational only, no action taken
10. Subcommittee and Miscellaneous Reports
a. City Council Report – Councilor Dejewski
Councilor Dejewski provided an update to the Parks and Trails Commission on City Council
activities and answered questions.
b. Garden Club Report
Chair Anderson and Commissioner Meister provided an update on Garden Club activities including
the tree giveaway program, future garden site at the City Park, and an upcoming seed planting
event on March 7th.
c. Park Dedication Fund
City Administrator Martens informed the Commission that no activity had taken place and that the
report will again go in the packets after the hiring of the Accountant position.
11. Other Business/Announcements
City Administrator Martens informed the Parks and Trails Commission of the upcoming joint
meeting of the City Council, Parks and Trails Commission, and Planning Commission to kick off the
Comprehensive Plan Update process on March 16th.
12. Commissioner Liaison Calendar
Commissioners reviewed the calendar.
13. Adjournment
Motion: Made by Krueger, seconded by Meister, to adjourn the meeting at 9:04 pm.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, and Strehler
(Motion carried 5:0)
Submitted by
Brad Martens City Administrator
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CITY OF CORCORAN
8200 County Road 116, Corcoran, MN 55340
763.420.2288 – Office 763.420.6056 – Fax
E-mail - general@ci.corcoran.mn.us / Web Site - www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
MEMO
Meeting Date: April 18, 2017
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Brad Martens, City Administrator
Re: Ravinia Neighborhood Park Concept Review
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At the February meeting, the Parks and Trails Commission reviewed two concepts for
the proposed neighborhood park in Ravinia. By consensus, the group preferred the the
overall design of the first, more open concept with the use of natural looking play
equipment from the second concept. Since that time, staff has worked with Wenck
Associates to update the concept with that direction. The updated concept is attached to
this report.
The next step in the process is to review the concept to ensure it meets the direction of
the Parks and Trails Commission and to consider moving the project forward with a
recommendation to the Council to begin grading and landscaping work in 2017. The
Commission should also discuss the schedule for installing playground equipment and
amenities. Specifically, should equipment and amenities be installed in 2018 ?
The following is an example schedule:
April 2017: Parks and Trails Commission recommends proceeding with park
development including grading and landscaping
April 2017: City Council authorizes staff to obtain quotes for recommended work
May 2017: Neighborhood meeting held with Ravinia residents and Hunter Road
neighborhood to inform them of project and obtain initial feedback on amenities
June 2017: Parks and Trails Commission reviews quotes and recommends
approval
July 2017: City Council reviews and approves quotes
August 2017: Grading and landscape work completed
September: Parks and Trails Commission and City Council authorize staff to
receive proposals for equipment
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October 2017: Neighborhood meeting held with Ravinia residents and Hunter
Road neighborhood to review playground proposals
November 2017: Parks and Trails Commission recommend approval of a
playground proposal.
December 2017: City Council approves playground proposal
Spring 2018: Equipment installed
Attachment:
1. Ravinia Park Design – Wenck Associates
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No.Item Units Qty Unit Price Total
1 Mobilization/Demobilization 5% (MnDOT 2021)LUMP SUM 1 11,500.00$ 11,500.00$
2 Common Excavation On Site EV (MnDOT 2105)CU YD 400 20.00$ 8,000.00$
3 Aggregate Base, Class 5 (MnDOT 3138)TON 250 20.00$ 5,000.00$
4 Bituminous (MnDOT 2357 & 2360)TON 100 100.00$ 10,000.00$
5 Concrete Pavilion 6"SQ FT 1150 8.00$ 9,200.00$
6 Retaining Wall SQ FT 400 35.00$ 14,000.00$
7 Retaining Wall Large Modular Blocks EACH 64 425.00$ 27,200.00$
8 4" Drain Tile Perforated LIN FT 175 10.00$ 1,750.00$
9 4" Drain Tile Non-Perforated LIN FT 170 10.00$ 1,700.00$
10 Climbing Boulders TON 40 425.00$ 17,000.00$
11 1/ Log Hollow EACH 1 2,500.00$ 2,500.00$
12 Climbing Trees w/ Ropes EACH 1 40,000.00$ 40,000.00$
13 Fallen Logs EACH 5 1,000.00$ 5,000.00$
14 Mulch CU YD 85 50.00$ 4,250.00$
15 Shade Structure EACH 1 20,000.00$ 20,000.00$
16 Seating Elements EACH 10 700.00$ 7,000.00$
17 Seed mixture - 25-131 Including Mulch & Disk SQ YD 3900 2.00$ 7,800.00$
18 Flower Plugs EACH 500 3.00$ 1,500.00$
19 Tree 2.5" B&B EACH 11 500.00$ 5,500.00$
20 6' Conifer B&B EACH 12 500.00$ 6,000.00$
21 Tree Transplant (Spade in)EACH 4 1,500.00$ 6,000.00$
22 Shrub 5 gal POT EACH 33 50.00$ 1,650.00$
23 Raised Bed Community Gardens LUMP SUM 1 15,000.00$ 15,000.00$
SUBTOTAL 227,550.00$
20% CONTINGENCY 45,510.00$
TOTAL 273,060.00$
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CITY OF CORCORAN
8200 County Road 116, Corcoran, MN 55340
763.420.2288 – Office 763.420.6056 – Fax
E-mail - general@ci.corcoran.mn.us / Web Site - www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
MEMO
Meeting Date: April 18, 2017
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Brad Martens, City Administrator
Re: 2030 Comprehensive Plan Review
______________________________________________________________________
The City of Corcoran has begun the process to update our Comprehensive Plan for
2040. The Parks and Trails Commission plays a significant role in recommending
changes, especially those related to parks, trails, and open space.
The May 16th meeting of the Parks and Trails Commission will be led by City Planner
Kendra Lindahl to discuss items related to the Parks and Trails Commission. In advance
of that meeting, I’d like the Commission to begin reviewing the 2030 Comprehensive
Plan and provide staff any direction on information they would like in advance of that
meeting.
Attachment:
1. 2030 Parks and Trails Plan
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MEMORANDUM
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DATE March 13, 2017
TO Brad Martens
CC City Council, Planning Commission, Parks & Trails Commission
FROM Kendra Lindahl, City Planner
RE Active Corcoran Planning Applications
The following is a summary of project status for current, active projects:
1.Interim Use Permit for a Conditional Home Occupation License for an upholstery business
(Designers Choice Upholstery) located at 20125 County Road 117 (PID 02-119-23-12-0005) (city
file no. 16-013). The applicant is now complete and will be scheduled for a public hearing at the
Planning Commission and City Council in either April or May.
2.2040 Corcoran Comprehensive Plan (City file 17-001). At their January 12th meeting, the City
Council authorized staff and consulting staff to begin working on the required update. Staff will be
creating a Comprehensive Plan update on the City website where information about the process,
including opportunities for public input, will be posted and regularly updated. Staff is working to
develop a more complete media outreach plan and will begin implementing that in the next few weeks.
The first meeting with be a joint City Council/Commission meeting on March 16th followed by a
community open house on April 17th.
3.Lennar Final Plat, and PUD Final Development Plan for “Ravinia 8th Addition” (the Schwalbe
property) (PID 36-119-23-14-0001) (city file 17-002). Lennar has submitted the application for
approval. Staff is reviewing the application for completeness. The Planning Commission reviewed this
item on March 2nd and action is expected at the March 23rd City Council meeting.
4.Sunrise Solar IUP and Preliminary Plat for a Community Solar Garden on the Pouliot property
on County Road 19 (PID 30-119-23-44-0003 and 29-119-23-33-0001) (city file 17-003). Sunrise
Solar has submitted the application for approval. Staff is reviewing the application for completeness.
The Parks and Trails Commission reviewed this on February 21st. The public hearing notice had been
sent and then the applicant asked that the item be tabled. The Planning Commission opened the
public hearing on March 2nd and continued the public hearing. Staff will work with the applicant to
reschedule this item at a future meeting or accept a withdrawal.
5.Gmach Sketch Plan at 22525 County Road 117 (PID 05-119-23-13-0002) (city file 17-004). George
Gmach has submitted a sketch plan for a small subdivision with variances from the minimum lot width
requirements. This is scheduled for the March 23rd City Council meeting.
6.City Code Amendments (city file 17-005). Staff is requesting that the City Council authorize staff to
make several small and “clean up” ordinance amendments. Staff will prepare a summary for
consideration at the March 23rd meeting.
7.Bass Lake Crossing Sketch Plan for property at 19400 CR 10 (PID 25-119-23-13-0002 & 25-119-
23-13-0003) (City File 17-006). M/I Homes submitted a sketch plan for consideration at the March 23rd
City Council meeting.
Agenda Item: 9a.
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Also, there are a number of projects that have been approved, but are still not filed and closed out:
1.Corcoran Business Park (City file 06-005). The City Council granted a one-year extension to the
final plat approval, which expired on April 12, 2011. Staff has spoken to the applicant and is still
working to close out this project. Staff has spoken to the applicant and will schedule a meeting when
more information is available on the Loretto sewer project.
2.Hope Ministries Conditional Use Permit for Cemetery and Vacation of Drainage & Utility
Easement at 19951 Oswald Farm Road (City file 12-002). Hope Ministries submitted a request for a
conditional use permit to allow a cemetery west of the existing church. The application was approved
by the City Council on March 22nd and site work had begun. The letter of credit for site improvements
has been released, but we are holding the escrow pending completion of the approved landscaping.
The applicant has indicated that they are considering a site plan amendment application to modify the
approved plans. Staff met again with Pastor Brian Lother in December to try to finalize this issue and
address some other questions or concerns from him. We hope to be able to wrap this up in the near
future.
3.Sawgrass Preliminary Plat, Preliminary PUD Development Plan and Rezoning for on Schendel
property at 20400 County Road 10 (City file 14-027). The City Council approved the request on
December 11, 2014 and granted the applicant 2 years to apply for the final plat and final PUD
development plan. Peachtree Partners did not buy the property, but a different developer could still
proceed with the approved plan. On December 9, 2016, the applicant submitted a written request to
extend the approvals for an additional year. Staff recommended that this request be reviewed by the
City Council, but adequate time was not provided to place this on a Council agenda prior to expiration.
Staff administratively approved an extension until February 28, 2017 so that this request for extension
could be considered at the February 23, 2017 Council meeting. At that meeting, the City Council
approved a one year extension.
4.Commercial Door Addition at 7670 Commerce Street (City file 15-010) The City received an
application for approval of a building addition, which required a conditional use permit, interim use
permit, variance and site plan approval. The project was reviewed at a public hearing at the June 4th
Planning Commission meeting and was approved by the City Council on June 25th. The required
landscaping will be finalized and constructed after the downtown infrastructure project is completed.
The City will release the remaining escrow when the planting is completed.
5.“Strehler Estates” Final Plat (PID 17-119-23-32-0004) (city file no. 16-001). The applicant
submitted a request for approval of a preliminary plat to create 4 lots and an ordinance amendment to
allow a private drive for property at 22900 Strehler Road. The City Council approved both items on
October 8th. The final plat was approved by the City Council at the January 28th meeting. A stop work
order was issued as the developer began construction of the private drive in advance of filing the plat.
The applicant is working to address the conditions of approval and then will record the final plat at
Hennepin County.
6.Private Drive Ordinance Amendment (City file 16-003). The City Council approved an ordinance
amendment allowing private drives in the Rural Residential district, subject to certain conditions.
However, after adoption the City Council directed staff to revisit this issue and consider an ordinance
amendment to eliminate the requirement that private drives off paved roads must be paved. The Cit y
Council approved the amendment on May 26th. The Council also identified additional issues that
should be reviewed and discussed at a future date.
7.IUP for Commercial Kennel for Daniel Benjamin at 19520 Stieg Road (City File 16-020). Daniel
Benjamin has submitted an application for an IUP for a commercial kennel. The kennel would be
located on his property, would be owned and operated by him and would have employees. The
Planning Commission recommended approval after the public hearing at the August 4th Planning
Commission and the request was approved by the City Council on August 25th. The applicant is
working to address the conditions of approval and will then apply for a building permit.
8.Park Place Storage request for Rezoning, Variance, Conditional Use Permit, Site Plan and
Preliminary Plat (City file 16-002). The City Council reviewed a sketch plan last year for expansion of
the existing mini-storage facility. The applicant has submitted the application, but is working to provide
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additional information for completeness. The Planning Commission reviewed this item at a public
hearing on September 1st and voted to recommend approval. The City Council approved the request
on September 22nd. The applicant has submitted a building permit, but has not yet begun work.
9. Interim Use Permit for a solar farm at 23710 State Highway 55. (PID 31-119-23-32-0001) (City File
16-032). The City recently amended the Zoning Ordinance to allow solar farms in certain districts. The
landowners have requested approval for this site. The Planning Commission recommended approval
after the public hearing on December 1st and City Council approved the request on December 19th.
The applicant is currently working to address the conditions of approval. The applicant has submitted
a request that the Council consider revising the financial guarantee requirements. On March 9th, the
Council reaffirmed the conditions of the original approval.
10. Motor Café Conditional Use Permits and Site Plan at 23030 Highway 55 (PID 32-119-23-33-0009)
(City File 16-033). The applicant is requesting approval of a Site Plan and Conditional Use Permits for
Auto Sales/Repair and to allow more than 20% metal siding. The existing business was a non-
conforming use that burned on May 24, 2016. The non-conforming status was lost and the code
requires the building to be restored in conformity with the regulations of this Ordinance. The City
Council approved the request at their January 26th City Council meeting.
11. Industrial Lot Standards. Staff received a request from the property owner at 19905 75th Avenue to
consider changes to the minimum lot size standards in the Industrial zoning districts. Staff prepared a
summary of the issues for City Council consideration at the August 25th meeting. At the September 8th
Council meeting, the Council directed the City Administrator to work with Maxfield Research and have
them include their analysis in the Market Study that they will complete soon.
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CITY OF CORCORAN
8200 County Road 116, Corcoran, MN 55340
763.420.2288 – Office 763.420.6056 – Fax
E-mail - general@ci.corcoran.mn.us / Web Site - www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
MEMO
Meeting Date: April 18, 2017
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Brad Martens, City Administrator
Re: City Council Report
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The Parks and Trails Commission last met on February 21, 2017. The following is a
recap of some of the items discussed at City Council meetings since that time. A full
recap can be found by reviewing the approved City Council minutes on the website
February 23, 2017 Council Meeting
The following is a list of some items on the agenda for the February 23 rd meeting. The
report was completed prior to the meeting taking place:
Planning Commission Report – Meredith Wu
o Commissioner Meredith Wu provided a report on 2016 activities and goals for
2017
Parks and Trails Commission Report – Tom Anderson
o Chair Tom Anderson provided a report on 2016 activities and goals for 2017
Safe City Recognition
o Council received information on recent recognition as a safe city by three
studies
Preliminary Plat Extension Request – Sawgrass
o Approved an extension of the preliminary plat until February 28, 2018
Hackamore Road/Steeple Chase Lane Connection Project
o Authorized staff to finalize design and obtain quotes
Water System Extension Project – Western Water Loop
o Authorized staff to initiate a feasibility study as recommended
2017 Capital Improvement Plan Purchases
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o Approved 2017 purchases including as presented
Fire Service Comprehensive Growth Plan RFP
o Approved the RFP and directed staff to publish
Planning Commission Appointment
o Approved the re-appointment of Alan Schultz to the Planning Commission
Parks and Trails Commission Appointments
o Approved the re-appointments of Sharon Meister, Trish Krueger, and student
commissioner Karin Beck to the Parks and Trails Commission
Job Offer – Accountant
o Approved a conditional offer to Joe Rotz for the position of Accountant
contingent upon completing the background check process
March 9, 2017 Council Meeting
City Council Goal Setting Session
o Provided a recap of the goal setting session and described the priorities for
the upcoming two years as follows:
Retain and attract business
Pave a portion of a gravel collector road
Increase communication
Increase opportunities for building rights
Address specific crime/drug issues to retain safe atmosphere
Staff will develop a work plan for review at the next meeting
MN Solar Appeal of Financial Guarantee Requirements
o Approved a motion to make no changes to the financial guarantee
requirements
Draft Survey Questions for 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update Process
o Provided staff with amendments to the survey, staff to update and send to
Council for a brief review
Public Interaction at Council meetings
o Directed staff to work on a policy to allow for public comment throughout the
meeting by use of a comment card
Press Box Funding Request – Snyder Field
o Approved allocating $3,000 from the park dedication fund towards the project
Council Liaison Schedule to Commission meetings
o Directed staff to stagger the visits to commission meetings
Equipment Purchase – Bobcat Loaders
o Approved the purchase as recommended
Job Offer – Public Works Maintenance Operator
o Approved a conditional offer with Dave Kottke for the position of Maintenance
Operator
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City Council Work Sessions
o Directed staff not to schedule work sessions at this time; work sessions may
be scheduled in the future as items come up
March 23, 2017 Council Meeting
Final PUD Development Plan and Final Plat for U.S. Home Corporation (dba
Lennar) for Ravinia 8th Addition at 6635 County Road 101 (City File 17-002)
o Approved the final plat for 20 new homes on what was known as the
Schwalbe property
Sketch Plan for Gmach Property (PID 05-119-23-13-0002) (City File 17-004)
o Provided general support for the concept which proposed creating new lo ts
off of Oakdale Drive and Rush Creek Drive; comments are non -binding
PUD Sketch Plan for MI Homes of Minneapolis, LLC for Land at 19400 County Road
10 (PID 25-119-23-13-002 & 25-119-23-13-0003) (City File 17-006)
o Provided feedback on the proposed develop ment of 97 homes north of the
CR 10/Larkin Road intersection; comments are non-binding
Proposed Miscellaneous Ordinance Updates (City File 17-005)
o Directed staff to proceed with updates as presented
Assessment Policy Approval
o Directed staff on final edits to bring forward for approval on April 13th
Public Interaction at Council meetings
o Approved the new public comment process to be implemented beginning with
the April 13th meeting
Public Works Director Job Description and Recruitment
o Approved the job description and authorized staff to begin the recruitment
process
City Council Strategic Goal Work Plan
o Approved the Strategic Goal Work Plan as presented
School District Lease Agreement
o Authorized the Mayor and City Administrator to enter into an agreement wit h
the School District for use of fields for 2017
2017 Truck Safety Seminar
o Read and approved the resolution recognizing those involved with the
program and the donations of over $7,000
April 13, 2017 Council Meeting
The following is a list of some items on the agenda for the April 13th meeting. The report
was completed prior to the meeting taking place:
Years of Service Recognition – Jesse Olson (10 Years)
Years of Service Recognition – Duane Hochstetler (10 Years)
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Annual Fire Department Reports
a. Loretto Fire Department
b. Hanover Fire Department
c. Rogers Fire Department
Assessment Policy Approval
Corcoran Southeast District Market Analysis
Address Specific Crime/Drug Issues to Retain Safe Atmosphere
Extension to Roehlke Purchase Agreement
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