Blaine's cityscape could be in for a change with JD Trailers Properties LLC eyeing a rezoning play. Announced by the Blaine Planning Commission, a public hearing is set for May 14 to discuss the company's call for a zone switch at their 10070 Davenport Street NE location. According to the official notice, the goal is to transition from Heavy Industrial (I-2) to the slightly altered Heavy Industrial (I-2A) territory, a move that would clear the path for truck sales to roll in. For now, no additional development is on the table.

Those with a stake in Blaine's development can get their voices heard at the upcoming hearing, slated to go down at the Blaine City Hall Council Chambers. With the Planning Commission in the driver's seat as an advisory body, their recommendation following public input could set the stage for a City Council final decision. Needing an interpreter or any other help? Folks have until May 9 to put a call out to Pat Robinson at the Planning Department.

In true open spirit, participation has been made hassle-free. Curious citizens can grill the submitted plans online at the city's official website or pick the brains of the Planning Department directly. Got a burning comment? Shoot it over by email or snail mail by noon on May 13. Unsigned or anonymous notes, though, will be left on the cutting room floor, so sign 'em if you want 'em seen. Live coverage of the meeting is on offer via the City of Blaine cable channel or through a livestream, with replays available for those playing catch-up.

For the quintessential info bunch, the full staff report will be downloadable, three days before the meeting hits. The BlaineMN.gov website is playing host to all the relevant links and documentation, ensuring transparency remains the name of the game. With the rezoning debate poised at the jump-off, all eyes are on the city to see just how this truck sales proposal will truck along.