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MEETING OF THE ELK VER CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT THE ELK VER CITY HALL
MONDAY, AP L 18, 1994
Members Present:
Vice Mayor Farber, Cou cilmembers Holmgren, Scheel and Dietz
Members Absent:
Mayor Duitsman
Staff Present:
Pat Klaers, City Administr tor; Sandy Thackeray, City Clerk; Gary
Schmitz, Assistant Planne ; Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning
Administrator
Also Present:
Dan Tveite, Planning Co mission Representative
1. Call Meetina To Order
Pursuant to due call and notice thereo , the meeting of the Elk River City Council
was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Vic Mayor Farber.
2.
Consider Aaenda
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Item 8.1 - Comprehensive Plan Repres ntative for Ward 2 - was added to the
agenda
Item 4.2 was deleted from the agenda
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED 0 APPROVE THE AGENDA AS AMENDED.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL SECONDED TH MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
3. Consider Consent Aaenda
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED 0 APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
FOLLOWS:
4.3. FINAL PAY ESTIMATE FOR WESTER AREA IMPROVEMENTS TO ARCON
CONSTRUCTION, INC. IN THE AM UNT OF $21,699.11 - APPROVED
4.4. PAY ESTIMATE #3 FOR THE HIGHW Y 10 LIFT STATION IMPROVEMENTS TO
LATOUR CONSTRUCTION, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $52,555.15. APPROVED
4.5. PAY ESTIMATE #5 FOR HERITAGE L NDING IMPROVEMENTS TO LATOUR
CONSTRUCTION, INC., IN THE AM UNT OF $9,261.06 - APPROVED
4.6. PAY ESTIMATE #1 FOR DEERFIELD III STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS TO W.B.
MILLER, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF 69,420.63 - APPROVED
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4.7. APPLICATION FOR AUTHORIZATIO FOR EXEMPTION FROM LAWFUL
GAMBLING LICENSE FOR CHURC OF ST. ANDREWS TO HOLD A RAFFLE ON
JUNE 4 -APPROVED
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4.9.
SET-UP LICENSE FOR CHIN YUEN RESTAURANT AND ELK RIVER COUNTRY CLUB
- APPROVED
6.1. REZONE REQUEST FOR APPROXIMATELY 15 ACRES FROM 11 TO R1 B -
CONTINUED UNTIL MAY 16
6.4. REQUEST TO VACATE A PORTION OF 6TH STREET - CONTINUED UNTIL MAY 16
7. CHECK REGISTER - APPROVED
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
4.1 . Chamber of Commerce update on buildina proiect for Main Street and Hiahwav
10 site
Duane Kropuenske representing the Chamber of Commerce addressed the City
Council regarding this issue. He informed the Council that the office, which has
been donated by Dennis Chuba, must be moved next week. He stated that the
Chamber is waiting for a final site plan from the City Engineer. Mr. Kropuenske
requested that the site plan be completed as soon as possible and also
requested that City Staff locate the site for the placement of the building. He
stated that a landscaping plan will be presented to the Council for final
approval.
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The Council discussed the safety factor of having an empty building located on
the property. Duane Kropuenske indicated that the house could be temporarily
fenced.
Discussion was held regarding the area previously used as a park and ride. It was
indicated that the site has the potential of becoming a permanent park and ride
location depending on the desire of the City and negotiations between MnDOT
and the City. Mr. Kropuenske indicated that the Chamber has no concerns
about other uses of the site as long as it is compatible and flows with the traffic.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO ALLOW THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO
MOVE THE BUILDING TO THE LOCATION AT MAIN STREET AND HIGHWAY 10 AND
THAT STAFF BE ALLOWED TO SITE THE LOCATION FOR THE BUILDING AS SOON AS THE
SITE PLAN IS COMPLETED, AND FURTHER THAT TEMPORARY FENCING BE PROVIDED BY
THE CHAMBER. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
4.2. Citv Hall Proiect Update
This item was withdrawn from the agenda.
4.8.
Consider auotes for Fire Department copv machine
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Pat Klaers, City Administrator, indicated that the Fire Chief has received two
quotes for a copy machine to be used by the Fire Department. The Fire Chief
recommended the purchase of the lowest quote for a (Toshiba 1710 from
Minnesota Copy Systems at $3,018) with the option to purchase the sorter at a
later date. The City Administrator indicated that the money for the purchase of
the machine would come out of the Fire Department Equipment Reserve
account.
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COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF A TOSHIBA
1710 COPIER FROM MINNESOTA COpy SYSTEMS AT A PURCHASE PRICE OF $3,018.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.2.
Update on screenina and environmental issues at Custom Motors
Steve Rohlf indicated that the issues of screening of the site and discussion
regarding the preliminary environmental review will be affected by the outcome
of a zone change. This zone change has been initiated by the City of Elk River,
however, it has been tabled. Steve Rohlf stated that both of these issues would
come to the Council after the zone change is heard by the Council.
Steve Rohlf updated the Council on a recent fire at the RDF plant.
6.7. & 6.8. Video presentation of aaenda items
Gary Schmitz indicated that staff has prepared a video for agenda items 6.7 and
6.8. He requested the Council to review the video. He stated that staff could use
these videos for other zoning presentations in the future. The Council reviewed
the video at this time, however, discussion on items 6.7. and 6.8. was held until
later on in the agenda.
6.13.
Reauest to initiate a comprehensive land use plan amendment
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Gary Schmitz stated that the City is requesting to initiate a comprehensive land
use plan amendment. The area affected by the request is located north of
Meadowvale Road, just east of McChesney Industrial Park. The request is to
amend the land use in that area from L-I and HR to MR. This amendment would
allow a single family home, which is currently zoned Light Industrial and classified
as a legal non-conforming use, to become a permitted use and be consistent
with the R3 zoning located immediately to the east.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO HAVE THE CITY INITIATE A REQUEST TO AMEND
THE COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN MAP FOR THE AREA LOCATED NORTH OF
MEADOWVALE ROAD, EAST OF MCCHESNEY INDUSTRIAL PARK, FROM THE CURRENT
DESIGNATION OF 1-1- LIGHT INDUSTRIAL AND HR-HIGH DENSITY TO MR-MEDIUM
DENSITY RESIDENTIAL. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
8.1. Ward 2 Comprehensive Plan T.F. Representative
COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO APPOINT MERRY SIPE TO THE COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN TASK FORCE AS THE WARD TWO COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE. COUNCILMEMBER
HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
8.2.
Comprehensive Land Use Plan Discussion
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Council member Scheel stated she felt it was very important that the land located
north of County Road 33 be zoned to allow 2 1/2 acre parcels. She indicated
that she could see no purpose for the 10 acre restriction. She indicated that she
would like to see this changed during the comprehensive land use update.
Council member Holmgren indicated that the Council is aware of her concern
and stated that the concern would be passed onto the steering committee. He
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also suggested that she make a specific presentation to the steering committee
regarding this issue.
8.3.
Councilmember Holm<;lren
Councilmember Holmgren informed the Council that he had a conflict with a
Board of Review meeting and, therefore, would not be able to attend the April 21
City Council meeting. The conflict pertained to his employment.
9. Staff Update
The City Administrator informed the Council that staff is receiving calls regarding
the drainage improvement activity taking place in the Deerfield 3rd Addition. He
indicated that other residents are requesting the City to correct their individual
drainage problems.
The City Council recessed at 6:52 p.m. and reconvened at 7:00 p.m.
5. Open Mike
No one appeared for this item.
6.3.
Renewal of Conditional Use Permit for Commercial Asohalt/Public Hearina - CU
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Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, indicated that Commercial
Asphalt is requesting a two-year renewal of their conditional use permit for a
temporary asphalt plant.
Dan Tveite, Planning Commission Representative, indicated that there was
opposition to the request at the Planning Commission public hearing. The
opposition was mainly to the odor. The Planning Commission recommended
approval of the request for a one year renewal and with a review in June to see
whether corrective action has been taken regarding the odor.
Vice Mayor Farber opened the public hearing.
Gary Sauer of Commercial Asphalt, indicated that they would be working on a
solution to the odor problem.
There being no further comments, Vice Mayor Farber closed the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO APPROVE A ONE-YEAR RENEWAL OF THE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR COMMERCIAL ASPHALT BASED ON THE FOLLOWING
STIPULATIONS:
1.
THAT A MAXIMUM OF 30% RECYCLED ASPHALT CAN BE USED IN THE
OPERATION IN ORDER TO CONTROL ODOR. IF WEATHER CONDITIONS MAKE
ODOR TOO NOTICEABLE, THE OPERATOR MUST TEMPORARILY REDUCE THE
PERCENTAGE OF RECYCLED ASPHALT IN THEIR OPERATION UNTIL
ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS ALLOW THE 30% LEVEL TO CONTINUE.
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2. THAT THE LEAD CONCENTRATION IN FUEL OIL COMPLY WITH CURRENT MPCA
REGULATIONS OR BE NO MORE THAN 4,000 MG/KG, WHICHEVER IS LESS.
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FURTHER, THAT ANALYSIS OF LEAD CONCENTRATION BE PROVIDED AS PER
MPCA'S REQUIREMENTS.
3.
THAT A MAXIMUM OF 20% OPACITY IS ALLOWED FOR EMISSION FROM THE
STACK FOR THIS OPERATION.
4.
THAT PARTICULATE EMISSIONS BE LIMITED TO A MAXIMUM OF .04 GR/DSCF.
THAT ALL CORRESPONDENCE BETWEEN BARTONS AND MPA INCLUDING TEST
RESULTS BE COPIED TO THE CITY.
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THAT BARTONS BE ALLOWED TO USE BAGHOUSE FINES IN THEIR ASPHALT MIX,
BUT THAT THESE FINES MUST BE KEPT IN AN ENCLOSURE TO AVOID WIND-
BLOWN LEAD CONTAMINATION.
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THAT THE NATURAL VEGETATION BETWEEN THE PROPOSED ASPHALT PLANT
AND HIGHWAY 169 BE LEFT TO ACT AS SCREENING. FURTHER, THAT
ADDITIONAL PINES ARE PLANTED TO FURTHER SCREEN THIS AREA.
8.
THAT DURING DRY PERIODS THE SITE MUST BE WATERED TO AVOID DUST.
9.
THAT BARTONS REIMBURSE THE CITY FOR THE COST OF REVIEWING THEIR
PROPOSAL. THAT THE CITY HAS THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS OPERATION DOWN
IF THERE IS IMMINENT DANGER AND THAT CITY STAFF HAS THE RIGHT TO
INSPECT THE PREMISES AT ANY REASONABLE HOUR FOLLOWING
NOTIFICATION.
10. THAT THE NORMAL HOURS OF OPERATION FOR THE PLANT ARE FROM 7:00 AM
TO 7:00 PM, SEVEN DAYS A WEEK. HOWEVER, HOURS CAN BE EXTENDED FOR
SPECIAL CASES BY THE BUILDING AND ZONING ADMINISTRATOR AS LONG
AS THE ADDITIONAL HOURS DO NOT CREATE A NUISANCE FOR
SURROUNDING RESIDENCES. FURTHER MPCA NOISE LEVELS MUST BE
ADHERED TO AT ALL TIMES DURING THE OPERATION OF THIS PLANT.
11. THAT THE BAGHOUSE FILTER IS TESTED ONCE PER MONTH FOR LEAKS AND THE
RESULTS OF THOSE TESTS ARE COPIED TO THE CITY.
12. THAT THIS CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT BE REVIEWED IN ONE YEAR AND A NEW
PERMIT BE OBTAINED AT THAT TIME.
13. THAT STOCKPILES OF RECYCLABLE MATERIALS NOT BE PLACED IN SURFACE
WATER AND FURTHER THAT RUN-OFF FROM THESE STOCKPILES IS DIRECTED
AWAY FROM ANY SURFACE WATER. THAT THE SIZE OF THE STOCKPILES BE
LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT OF MATERIAL THAT COULD POSSIBLY BE USED IN
ONE YEAR, BUT NOT NECESSARILY TO WHAT WILL BE USED IN ANY ONE GIVEN
YEAR. FURTHER, THAT THE CITY UNDERSTANDS WITH THIS STIPULATION THAT
SOME RECYCLABLE MATERIALS WILL BE RETAINED OVER THE WINTER SO THAT
RECYCLING CAN START AT THE SAME TIME AS SPRING START UP FOR THE
ASPHALT PLANT.
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THAT COMMERCIAL ASPHALT CONTINUE TO WORK WITH CITY STAFF TO
RESOLVE PROBLEMS WITH NOISE IF THEY ARISE.
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15.
AT STAFF'S DISCRETION, COMMERCIAL ASPHALT IMPLEMENT PART OR ALL OF
THE ACTIONS IDENTIFIED BY STAFF TO ELIMINATE SEDIMENT FROM BEING
INTRODUCED TO THE POND ON THE EAST SIDE OF HIGHWAY 169.
16. COMMERCIAL ASPHALT SHALL REDUCE ODOR FROM THEIR PLANT TO
ACCEPTABLE LEVELS BY MODIFYING THEIR OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES OR
PLANT EQUIPMENT. THE ELK RIVER PLANNING COMMISSION WILL REVIEW THE
ODOR ISSUE AGAIN IN JUNE OF 1994.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.5. Administrative Subdivision Reauest bv Arlon Molde/Public Hearina - AS-94-06
Gary Schmitz indicated that Arlon Molde is requesting an administrative
subdivision to divide a 10.8 acre parcel into a 7.2 acre parcel and a 3.6 acre
parcel. Both lots would have frontage on County Road No. 1 and are located
west of County Road No.1, just north of Woodland Trails Park.
Vice Mayor Farber opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against
the matter. Vice Mayor Farber closed the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO APPROVE THE ADMINISTRATIVE
SUBDIVISION REQUEST BY ARLON MOLDE TO DIVIDE 10.8 ACRES INTO ONE 7.2 ACRE
PARCEL AND ONE 3.6 ACRE PARCEL WITH THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS:
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1.
PAYMENT OF PARK DEDICATION FEES IN THE AMOUNT OF $450 BE PAID TO
THE CITY PRIOR TO RECORDING.
2. A TREE PROTECTION PLAN BE IMPLEMENTED AT THE TIME OF BUILDING PERMIT
APPLICATION.
3. PRIOR TO RECORDING, THE APPLICANT MUST SHOW THAT THE EXISTING
HOME MEETS ALL R1 A SETBACK REQUIREMENTS.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.6 & 6.7. Administrative Subdivision and Conditional Use Permit reauest by James
Rossman/public hearina - AS 94-03 and CU94-06
Gary Schmitz stated that James Rossman is requesting a conditional use permit
for a zero lot line development (shared driveway) and an administrative
subdivision to divide Mr. Rossman's existing parcel into two parcels. Gary Schmitz
indicated that the existing detached garage would have to be moved on the
parcel containing the house, if the lot were subdivided.
Vice Mayor Farber opened the public hearing.
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Jim Rossman, owner of the property, read a letter from himself, addressed to the
City Council. Mr. Rossman indicated that he does not intend to limit the future
development of the new lots to only the concept of a shared driveway, which is
requested by the City. Mr. Rossman requested approval of his request with the
following conditions:
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1.
If the lot owner wishes to exercise the right to use a shared driveway
concept, a Cross Easement Agreement would have to be recorded.
2. Upon recording of the new legal. the garage currently located on the
property may only be used by the adjoining residence at 406 Main St. for
non-commercial use.
3. The 1994 taxes be paid in full prior to recording the new subdivision.
The Council discussed these options. It was the consensus that an opinion from
the attorney was necessary to determine if the garage could stay on a parcel by
itself. Council member Dietz indicated he was not in favor of allowing a storage
building on a lot as the primary structure. Councilmember Scheel indicated that
she had no problem with the storage building being located on the lot by itself.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO CONTINUE THIS ITEM TO THE MAY 16 COUNCIL
MEETING, UNTIL THE CITY RECEIVED A LEGAL OPINION ON THE ISSUE OF THE
STORAGE BUILDING. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.8.
Consider Reauest for Preliminary Plat (Elk Park Center 2nd Addition) by Kraus-
Anderson of Elk River, Inc.JPublic Hearina AS 94-7
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Gary Schmitz indicated that Kraus-Anderson has requested to plat two lots which
will be known as Elk Park Center 2nd Addition. The two lots are exceptions from
the Elk Park Center 1 st Addition and are known as Lot 1, Block 1 and Outlot A. Lot
1. block 1 is the balance of Mr. Dickenson's property which has not been
included as part of Elk Park Center's shopping center. Outlot A is the location
where the 4 single family homes currently exist that will be purchased by Kraus-
Anderson and made part of the storm drainage pond to serve the Elk Park Center
Project.
Vice Mayor Farber opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against
the matter, Vice Mayor Farber closed the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO APPROVE THE PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR ELK PARK
CENTER 2ND ADDITION WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. OUTLOT A INCLUDE A DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT OVER THE ENTIRE
LOT TO COINCIDE WITH THE STORM DRAINAGE POND.
2. TRUNK SANITARY SEWER AND WATER CHARGE IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,800 PER
ACRE BE PAID FOR LOT 1, BLOCK 1, PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
RECORDING.
3. ALL HOMES WITHIN OUTLOT A SHALL BE REMOVED FROM THE PROPERTY
WITHIN THREE MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF COUNCIL ACTION.
4. FUTURE DEVELOPMENT OF LOT 1, BLOCK 1, BE COMPATIBLE WITH ALL DESIGN
AND APPLICABLE STANDARDS FOR ELK PARK CENTER.
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5.
APPROPRIATE DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS BE INCLUDED ON THE PLAT
AS REQUIRED BY THE CITY.
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COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.9.
Conditional Use Permit Reauest by Joe Busillo/Public Hearina - CU 94-05
Gary Schmitz indicated that Mr. Busillo is applying for a conditional use permit to
sell exotic birds from his home at 19550 Lowell Street. The business will consist of
breeding exotic birds and selling the baby birds on evenings and weekends. Mr.
Busillo will be the only employee.
Dan Tveite, Planning Commission indicated that the Planning Commission
recommended approval with four stipulations.
Vice Mayor Farber opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against
the matter, Vice Mayor Farber closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Scheel questioned the applicant as to noise level, vaccination of
the birds and location of the birds.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
REQUESTED BY JOE BUSILLO TO SELL EXOTIC BIRDS FROM HIS HOME LOCATED AT
19550 LOWELL ST. WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. THE HOURS OF OPERATION BE AS PER CITY CODE.
2.
MR. BUSILLO MAINTAIN ENOUGH ROOM IN THE DRIVEWAY FOR CUSTOMER
VEHICLES DURING OPERATING HOURS.
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3. SIGNAGE BE LIMITED TO TWO SQUARE FEET MOUNTED FLAT ON THE WALL OF
THE DWELLING.
4. THIS USE IS SUBJECT TO AN ANNUAL REVIEW BY STAFF TO ENSURE THAT THE
INTEGRITY OF THE RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD IS MAINTAINED.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.10. Conditional Use Permit - Reauest by James Thompson/Public Hearina CU-94-04
Gary Schmitz indicated that James Thompson is requesting a conditional use
permit to operate a sales lot and consignment sales for used automobiles,
recreational vehicles and boats at. 9945 Highway 10.
Dan Tveite indicated that the Planning Commission recommended approval with
8 conditions.
Vice Mayor Farber opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against
the matter, Vice Mayor Farber closed the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR
JAMES THOMPSON TO OPERATE AN AUTOMOBILE SALES LOT AND CONSIGNMENT
SALES AT THE LOCATION OF 9945 HIGHWAY 10, WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
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1.
THE ENTIRE PARKING AND DISPLAY AREA BE OVERLAYED WITH A BITUMINOUS
SURFACE AND STRIPED.
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2.
NO DISPLA YOF VEHICLES BE ALLOWED ON LANDSCAPED AREAS.
3. THE TRASH RECEPTACLE ON THE SITE BE SCREENED WITH MATERIALS
COMPATIBLE WITH THE FRONT SIDE OF THE BUILDING.
4. DISTURBED AREAS NOT DEVOTED FOR BUILDING, PARKING, OR DRIVE BE
LANDSCAPED WITH AT LEAST SOD TO MINIMIZE EROSION.
5. NO REPAIR OF VEHICLES BE ALLOWED EXCEPT MINOR WORK ON VEHICLES
OWNED BY THE BUSINESS.
6. THE ENTRANCE FROM HIGHWAY 10 BE WIDENED TO 24 FEET IN WIDTH TO
ACCOMMODATE TWO WAY TRAFFIC AND A PERMIT FROM MNDOT BE
OBTAINED, IF NECESSARY, FOR WORK CONDUCTED IN HIGHWAY RIGHT-OF-
WAY.
7. A DRAINAGE PLAN APPROVED BY STAFF BE SUBMITTED PRIOR TO THE START
OF THE SITE IMPROVEMENTS.
8. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES MUST BE PARKED ALONG THE WEST PROPERTY LINE
NEAR THE BUILDING.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
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6.11 . Reauest for Comprehensive Land Use Plan Amendment and Rezonina by the City
of Elk River/Public Hearina - LU 94-2 and ZC 94-3
Gary Schmitz indicated that the City is requesting an amendment to the
comprehensive land use plan changing the land use from HR to MR at the
location of the NW corner of the intersection of Gary Street and Orono Road. The
City is also requesting a zone change from R4 to R 1 C for the same location.
Vice Mayor Farber opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against
the matter, Vice Mayor Farber closed the public hearing.
Dan Tveite indicated that the Planning Commission recommended approval of
the land use and rezoning requests.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO APPROVE THE COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE
PLAN AMENDMENT CHANGING THE LAND USE FROM HR (HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL)
TO MR (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) IN THE AREA OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF
THE INTERSECTION OF GARY STREET AND ORONO ROAD BASED ON THE FOLLOWING:
1. THE LAND USE PLAN CHANGE WILL PROVIDE CONTINUITY WITH THE INTENDED
USE AS PARK AND THE EXISTING PARK AREA.
2. THE CITY CURRENTLY HAS A HIGH PERCENTAGE OF MULTI-FAMILY LAND-USE
AND IS TRYING TO ACHIEVE AN APPROPRIATE MIX BY INCREASING LOW
AND MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL LAND USES.
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COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
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COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO REZONE A PARCEL OF PROPERTY
LOCATED AT THE NW CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF GARY STREET AND ORONO
ROAD FROM R4 (MULTI- FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO R1 C (SINGLE- FAMILY RESIDENTIAL)
BASED ON THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS:
1. TIMES AND CONDITIONS HAVE CHANGED TO WARRANT THE REZONING
FROM MULTI-FAMILY TO SINGLE-FAMILY.
2. REZONING WILL BETTER REFLECT THE INTENDED USE OF THE PROPERTY AS
PUBLIC PARK.
3. THE REZONING WILL PROVIDE CONTINUITY WITH THE REMAINDER OF ORONO
PARK, WHICH IS PRESENTLY ZONED R1C AND COMPATIBILITY WITH THE
SURROUNDING RESIDENTIAL AREAS TO THE SOUTH AND EAST.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.12. Rezone Reauest by the City of Elk River - ZC 94-02
This item pertains to the same issue as #6.1.
10.
Adiournment
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There being no further business, COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO
ADJOURN THE MEETING. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MEETING. THE
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
The meeting of the Elk River City Council adjourned at 8: 14 a.m.
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