The City Council of Blaine, Minnesota, is set to hold a public hearing regarding an application filed by Outfront Media. The company has applied for a conditional use permit that would allow the construction of a billboard up to 65 feet in height at 4202 Pheasant Ridge Drive NE. According to the city's notice, the proposed billboard is designed to be visible over a bridge within the Planned Business District (PBD) zoning district.
The public hearing is to take place at the Blaine City Hall Council Chambers, and it is scheduled for Monday, August 18, 2025, at 7 p.m. Those interested in the proceedings are invited to review the staff report, which will be made available five days prior to the meeting. The report can be accessed at BlaineMN.gov/Agendas. For inquiries, residents can reach out to the Planning Department at 763-785-6180 or send an email to [email protected]. The council is offering the possibility for locals to attend and participate in the hearing or submit their comments in writing. However, it's important to note that written contributions must be sent and received no later than 12-Noon on the date of the hearing.
The notice also includes details for those who wish to watch the hearing remotely. Options for viewing include the live broadcast on the City of Blaine cable channel on Comcast channel 799 and live streaming on the city's website at BlaineMN.gov/Video. Recordings of the meetings will also be accessible for on-demand viewing at the same URLs. For individuals requiring an interpreter or other auxiliary assistance, the announcement advises contacting Pat Robinson no later than Thursday, August 14, 2025.
Public hearings such as this permit residents to have a say in the development and aesthetic character of their community. With the planned billboard's prominence and intended height, this particular case, number 25-0030, may draw substantive neighborhood feedback. Blaine city officials have underscored the importance of residents' involvement and encourage the local community to review the proposal in full detail and provide any comments for the city council's consideration. For those looking to express their position regarding the project, this hearing will provide an essential forum for such civic engagement.
