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Councilmember Shryock then found it difficult for AKM Farms to lay claim to a 30-year-old plat plan. She stated that the density transitioning was put in place to protect residents that have been in the community for decades from developing property and not to apply toward vacant land that does not have purpose or intention. Acting Mayor LeToumeau confirmed the consensus of the Council that the density transitioning remains as is and additional requirements will not be added. Community Development Director Gladhill noted that the contingencies of the plat can be discussed at the regular meeting tonight. 2.02: Review Future Land Use Options for 6021 and 6043 Highway 10 N Community Development Director Gladhill reviewed the staff report. Councilmember Shryock stated that as the City is looking at frontage roads for Highway 10, it seems as this property would connect to Anoka and asked if the front or back of the property would be needed for frontage. Community Development Director Gladhill noted that a strip taking would be a possibility. He stated that in order to create space for a frontage road, a portion of the property where the loading dock exists would be needed. He stated that could open a discussion for property value. Councilmember Riley asked if RALF funds are available and whether this property would qualify. Community Development Director Gladhill stated that a full acquisition would not be possible for this property. He stated that it seems unlikely, based upon recent requests for RALF funds that this property would qualify. Councilmember Riley asked if the buildings are up to code currently. Community Development Director Gladhill replied that the building is up to code, noting that there are legal non -conforming elements. He stated that the property owner is asking for input from the City on broader redevelopment before investing in the property. Mr. Roman Gadaskin stated that he originally proposed a creative plan in 2016 that was supported by staff. He stated that he spent eight months fighting with the gas station property and was finally able to purchase the property. He stated that he has already made an investment and is still at square one. He agreed that there was a bad tenant, which he has gotten rid of without legal issues. He stated that if the City wants new development, the City would have to buy the land, or he would have to resell the property as developable land. He stated that if the City were to consider redevelopment of the existing building/gas station, he can show his previous plans which would increase removing the piece in the south side for the City land in the middle between the properties. He stated that he cannot keep spending money on something that will not be approved. He stated that he simply wants direction on which way to go. City Council Work Session / June 26, 2018 Page 6 of 8