Residents and concerned citizens of Blaine, Minnesota, prepare your comments and concerns, as the local Planning Commission has announced a public hearing to discuss potential changes to city zoning ordinances. According to an official notice, the City of Blaine has proposed amendments to Section 34.02 regarding pylon signage along Hwy 65, specifically addressing the allowance of signs up to 50 feet in height.
For those interested in having a say or learning more, the hearing date is set for September 9, at 7 PM, and will be held in the Blaine City Hall Council Chambers. Plans and staff reports are up for review at the city's official website, and the commission is accepting public comments on the application. Submitted plans and the proposed amendments can be viewed at BlaineMN.gov/PCItems, and detailed reports will be accessible at BlaineMN.gov/Agendas. The deadline for these written comments is an ironclad Noon on the preceding Monday, September 8.
The Planning Commission serves as an advisory body, which means its role is to take in public feedback and make a recommendation to the City Council, which will ultimately decide on the proposal. Should you be unable to attend the hearing in person, the city offers several digital accommodations, such as a live broadcast on Comcast channel 799, an online livestream, and post-meeting recordings, all of which are accessible via the city’s website.
As always, citizens requiring auxiliary assistance or an interpreter for the meeting should make arrangements by contacting Pat Robinson at the Planning Department by September 4, allowing ample time to accommodate their needs.
