The City of Blaine's Planning Commission is gearing up to conduct a public hearing concerning The Goddard School of Blaine's request for a significant expansion, according to a notice released by city officials. Slated for discussion is application Case: 25-0009, which pertains to the proposal of an 8,522 square foot addition to the currently operational childcare center located at 12612 Central Avenue NE the proposal within the city's Development Flex (DF) zoning district demands a conditional use permit amendment.
Eager residents and stakeholders can voice their opinions at the Blaine City Hall Council Chambers during the hearing set for April 8 at 7 PM. The Planning Commission—which serves in an advisory capacity—will absorb these communal insights and forward its recommendations to the City Council, who then will make the final determination on the application, the hearing will also afford community members first-hand insights into the specifics of the proposed childcare expansion, allowing for more informed and impactful public participation.
Those interested in perusing the submitted plans can visit BlaineMN.gov/PCItems, while a comprehensive staff report will be available on the municipality's website at BlaineMN.gov/Agendas, a full three days before the scheduled meeting, as stated by the City of Blaine. The Planning Department remains open for queries and can be contacted at 763-785-6180 or via email at [email protected]. In the spirit of ensuring all voices are heard, individuals are encouraged to participate by reviewing the plans online, attending the meeting to submit oral comments, or sending written observations ahead of time—the deadline for these written submissions being Noon on April 7.
