During a recent city council meeting, discussions centered on two significant proposals: the establishment of Good Times Park, an indoor playground, and the conditional use permit for Valor Classical Academy, a new school to be located within a church building.

Good Times Park, proposed by Patrick Griffin, seeks to occupy 20,000 square feet of an existing 140,000 square foot building at 7805 Hudson Road. The facility aims to provide a commercial recreation space for children, featuring various amenities such as a playground, jumper area, turf space, and rentable party rooms. The council noted that the proposed use aligns with the district's land use plan, which allows for commercial recreation as a supportive use. The planning commission had previously reviewed the application and raised no objections, leading to a unanimous council vote to approve the conditional use permit.

Griffin, who operates a similar facility in Eagan, emphasized the importance of providing indoor play spaces for children, particularly during winter months. The facility will operate seven days a week, from 7 AM to 9 PM, and will be monitored remotely, with staff present during peak hours.

The second proposal discussed was for Valor Classical Academy, which plans to operate within the Woodbury Community Church building at 2975 Pioneer Drive. The school aims to serve up to 70 students from grades K-12 and will conduct classes three days a week. The council confirmed that the school would not interfere with church activities, as there would be no overlapping programming during school hours.

The planning commission also supported this application, noting that it would utilize existing space without requiring exterior modifications. The council approved the conditional use permit, ensuring that the school would have adequate parking and access for students and staff.

Both projects reflect the city’s commitment to enhancing community resources and providing diverse options for recreation and education.