Residents of Blaine, Minnesota, take note: a significant change may be coming to your neighborhood. The Blaine Planning Commission has announced a public hearing through an alert on the city’s website for a proposed subdivision that could alter the landscape of 8634 Central Avenue NE. On Tuesday, May 13, at 7 PM, the public is invited to voice their opinions on Scott Uram’s request for preliminary plat approval to realize the vision of what’s being called the Uram Addition, effectively turning one property into two lots. As is standard, the legal description of the property is available for review at City Hall.
According to the City of Blaine’s announcement, anyone wishing to participate in this civic process has both passive and active options for engagement. Detailed plans for the project are accessible online at the city’s official website, where the agenda, including the staff report, will be posted three days prior to the public meeting. Those with inquiries can reach out to the Planning Department directly via phone or email. And for those looking to make their perspectives heard, they’re encouraged to submit written comments or attend the hearing in person at the Blaine City Hall Council Chambers.
The Planning Commission’s role here isn’t the final say but rather a guiding one. They will gather the public’s input, review the application, and then make a recommendation to the City Council, which holds the power for the ultimate decision on the matter. This dual-step process ensures that community members have multiple opportunities to influence the outcome. For residents unable to participate in person, Blaine offers several ways to view the proceedings live, including a cable broadcast on Comcast channel 799 and a livestream on the North Metro TV website…