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Councilmember introduced the following resolution and moved for its adoption: RESOLUTION #06 -08- A RESOLUTION ADOPTING FINDINGS OF FACT # RELATING TO THE REQUEST FOR AN INTERIM USE PERMIT TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A DRIVE -THRU IN THE TOWN CENTER -CORE AREA DISTRICT WHEREAS, Sharp and Associates, hereinafter referred to as "Applicant ", has properly applied to the City of Ramsey (the "City ") for an interim use permit to construct and operate a drive -thru, menu board, and pick -up window at the property located at 7333 Sunwood Drive, whose legal description is; Lot 1, Block 1 Ramsey Town Center 11 Addition (the "Subject Property") NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RAMSEY, ANOKA COUNTY, STATE OF MINNESOTA, as follows: 1. That the Applicant appeared before the Planning Commission for a public hearing pursuant to Section 9.03.04 of the Ramsey City Code on August 3, 2006, and that the public hearing was properly advertised and that the minutes of said public hearing are hereby incorporated by. reference. 2. That the Subject Property is zoned TC -1, Town Center Core Area; 3. That the intent of the TC -1 District is to provide a mix of uses, to contribute to an active pedestrian experience, and to maximize the use of land; 4. That the TC -1 District does not allow drive - thrust 5. That the Applicant is proposing to construct a drive aisle, menu board, and pick -up window in the rear (north side) of the Ramsey Office Plaza to accommodate the needs of a coffee shop; 6. That the City is requiring mitigating measures by the applicant regarding the installation of landscaping and fencing to preserve the pedestrian orientation of the Town Center; 7. That Section 9.03.04A of City Code allows for an Interim Use Permit to be granted for a maximum of five years, renewable indefinitely; 8. That the propose use will be in conflict with the intent of the zoning district; 9. That the proposed use will adversely impact traffic in the area; 10. That the proposed use will not be dangerous or detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity of the use or to the public welfare; 11. That the proposed use will not substantially or adversely impair the use, enjoyment or market value of surrounding properties.