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1. TIM PETERSON CUP 04-04-2012February 23, 2012 Elk River City Council Planning Manager /Jeremy Barnhart, AICP City Offices Elk River, MN 55330 Mr. Barnhart, ~~ # !. This letter explains my request for the City of Elk River to grant me a conditional use permit. I live at 11760 193rd Ave. N. W. Elk River, MN. I have 5 dogs that live with me and I am asking for the conditional use permit to allow me to have them. Three of my dogs are registered therapy dogs through "Therapy Dog International", these dogs are registered Rottweilers. They visit hospitals, nursing homes and other special visits to work with individuals. I have been involved with Therapy Dog International for 15 years. I myself am a certified evaluator for Therapy Dog International. I have evaluated and tested-over 3,000 dogs from Minnesota to Anchorage, Alaska. My other two dogs are registered French Bulldogs. These two dogs are in training to become therapy dogs. I use my dogs as therapy dogs, companions, AKC competition dogs in (obedience, confirmation, sheep herding and carting). All of my dogs are very will socialized. I have 4 grandchildren that interact with my dogs on a regular basis. I have attached several pictures of my dogs in their normal life and therapy activities. Myself, I am a licensed American Kennel Club judge for AKC dog shows, a certified Canine Good Citizen Evaluator through the American Kennel Club and a certified evaluator for Therapy Dog International. My occupation is the Vice President of Operations for OSHA Environmental Compliance Systems, Inc.; we are an industrial safety consulting organization. I have been with OECS, Inc. for 18 years. My goal with dogs is to continue to work with organizations and individuals providing them the service of dog companionship and therapy. Therapy dogs were used during the days and months following the 911 disaster. They are important to the public and very important to me. My French Bulldogs are really my buddies and will be great therapy dogs in the future. I am a responsible dog owner. I do not let my dogs out to run with~~myself or a member of my family out with them. My dogs are always in my fenced yard when running free. If I take them outside my yard they are always on a leash. All my dogs are current on their vaccinations "Therapy Dog International" requires this. They receive annual health checks by my vet "All Pets" in Zimmerman, Minnesota. I do not take short cuts with my dogs care, health or training. In closing I am asking your office to grant me a conditional land use permit for all the reasons I gave above. If you have any questions please call or email. I have also enclosed photos of my property. -~' ~T February 22"d, 2012 City of Elk River Attn: Animal Licensing/Permits 13065 Orono Parkway Elk River, MN 55330 Dear City Administration & Council Members: It has come to my attention that Tim Peterson, along-time resident of Elk River is applying for a conditional use permit. According to the city laws this is for residents that keep more than 3 animals. One of the dogs that reside with Tim is co-owned by me and other individuals. I am not sure how this could affect him even needing a permit as the dog is there on occasion (not full-time residency). With regards to Tim's character and level of dog ownership responsibility; Ihold it in the highest regard. Tim is actively involved in several dog clubs promoting training and responsible ownership. The clubs (to name a few) are Northstar Rottweiler Club, Therapy Dogs International, MN Purebred Qog Breeders Association and The American Rottweiler Club. Tim is ever-present at my dog training facility-teaching classes and testing dogs and their owners to become certified therapy dogs. I'd-`urge you to look at Tim's length of residence, his good standing within the city with his dogs and his services to other dog owners and organizations. I have known Tim for over 15 years and his merit in the dog world is well-renowned. Should you have any questions, require further credentials or references for me or Tim Peterson do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for your kind consideration. Sincer, Tiffany Huebner, owner Dogue Spot, Inc. 5600 Queens Ave NE Suite 200 Otsego, MN 55330 tiffanyCa?_dog uespot. com 763-425-7768 Abby Kittelson & Eric Kusch 11774 193~d Ave NW Elk River, MN 55330 February 22, 2012 The City of Elk River, It was brought to our attention that there has been a complaint in regards to our neighbor's dogs. We just wanted to inform you that since moving to the neighborhood we have encountered absolutely no issues with his dogs.-Tim is an excellent dog owner and since day one has taken the appropriate actions to assure his dogs do not bother anyone in the area. Our family is not bothered by his dogs in the slightest. In our hunt to purchase a new house, barking dogs were a concern to our family, but we couldn't be any happier with how he handles his responsibility as a dog owner. Thank you, A/~bb~y Kittelson&MEric Kusch Gam- r ` t' ~, i ~., ,: r ~f ~~lf F ~'°, !` February 22~d, 2012 To the City of Elk River, This letter is to inform you that we fully support our next door neighbor, Tim Peterson, in his attempt to have a conditional use permit for having more than the allotted number of dogs with in the City of Elk River, at his residence. Tim's dogs have always been kept either on a leash, within the confines of his home, or fenced in his backyard. Our entire family, including our children (4 & 12 year old sons), have played with all his dogs, Rottweilers and other breeds, on multiple occasions. They are show dogs, therapy dogs and family pets, which is all obvious by their constant good behavior. Thanks and feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns- Brian Altringer & Melanie Waite-Altringer (neighbor's of Tim Peterson for MANY years) 11748 193~d Ave NW Elk River, MN 55330 2-23-12 To Whom It May Concern: I have lived at 11788 193rd Ave. NW since 2003. In this time, I am aware that my neighbor Tim Peterson has a few dogs. I don't know how many dogs, but his dogs have never been a problem for me. In fact there are several people in our neighborhood who do have dogs who are excessively noisy, do not respect the boundaries of yards, and are just plain annoying to live around. Tim's dogs are not like this. Tim takes very good care of his property, keeps his dogs on his property, and has not given me a single reason to complain in the 9 years I have lived near him. (Tim's backyard and mine are about 100' apart) Feel free to call with questions. Sincerely, ,~ ~r 4 Troy Day 11788 193rd Ave NW Elk River, MN 55330 (763) 267-7872 City of Elk River We live across the street from Tim Peterson. We have never had any problems with his dogs. When he moved in he had been there for six months before we even knew he had dogs. The only time we have heard them is when there was a litter of puppies in the front yard being played with. They are very well behaved dogs. We personally don't have a problem with Tim and his dogs. Tim and Brenda Johnson 11751 193rd Ave. P.O.Box 205 Elk River,Mn February 23, 1 Ol 2 14051 55t" St N E Saint Michael, MN 55376 City of Elk River: I am writing this letter to you to recommend that Tim Peterson receive special considerations to have more than 3 dogs living at his residence in Elk River.. I have known Tim for over 20 years. I am also a Canine Good Citizen, STAR Puppy and Therapy Dogs International evaluator. Tim and I have worked closely since 2002 evaluating dogs for these certifications. All of Tim's dogs are certified working therapy dogs, which mean he is actively visiting with his dogs at facilities. This is such an important job and Tim has done a wonderful job making days brighter for many adults and children with his dogs. Please consider special permission for Tim to have over 3 dogs. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Pat Kinch ~y~+'~n~cb~ 763-497-5809 2~23~2012 To Whom It May Concern: I recently learned that Tim Peterson, who lives at 1160 193rd Ave NW in Elk River, is applying for a Kennel License with your City, and I wanted to write a letter on his behalf. I have known Mr. Peterson for approximately 9 years. Throughout that time, I have found him to be responsible, compassionate, considerate, hardworking, respectful, and truly an upstanding citizen. A lot of our interaction has been centered around animal events, and I have seen all of Mr. Peterson's dogs at various times. I can confidently say that he takes excellent care of them. His dogs are clean, well behaved, socialized, and obedience trained. Many, if not all, have their therapy dog certification allowing them to go into schools and nursing homes to interact and assist with the students and residents. Mr. Peterson regularly socializes his dogs and attends weekly training classes with them. Mr. Peterson is also very involved in, and a huge asset to, all aspects of the dog world. He has held many various board positions within numerous dog clubs, he has trained and shown several dogs in obedience, herding, conformation, and carting, he is a Certified Therapy Dog Tester, and he is currently training to become an AKC certified judge. As a Police Officer in the metro area, I absolutely understand the need for cities to regulate how many animals a person owns. However, I also believe that there should be exceptions for those people that have shown that they are capable of handling and caring for more than the allotted amount. I believe that Mr. Peterson is definitely one of those people. I would have no reservations about having him as a neighbor, or of him living in the City for which I patrol, knowing the level of care and conscientiousness that he puts into his animals and the consideration he has for those around him. All that being said, I urge you to approve Mr. Peterson's Kennel License. He is a knowledgeable dog owner and a respectful citizen that is capable of handling the rules and responsibilities that come with having that license. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or if you would like to speak to me further. Sincerely, Rachel A. Meehan 11613 Both Street NE Albertville, MN 55301 #~63-300-7383 ~~~_e h_3~3_ raclicl~lzn<~il.cc~in