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Councilmember Wagner introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
Resolution 23-61
A Resolution of the City of Elk River Approving Notice of Summary
Publication of Ordinance #23-25 An Ordinance of Floodplain Management
WHEREAS, on December 4, 2023, the Elk River City Council adopted Ordinance 23-25
amending Sections 30-1861 through Sections 30-1912, of the Elk River Code of Ordinances;
and
WHEREAS, this model floodplain ordinance is simplified because it includes only one
floodplain district; and
WHEREAS, this ordinance is intended for communities that have little or no structures
within the floodplain; and
WHEREAS, local governments have been encouraged to work with the DNR to tailor the
language for our community; and
WHEREAS, this ordinance prohibits new building within the floodplain, but reasonably
accommodates for other common types of development; and
WHEREAS, a copy of the full text of the ordinance is available for inspection by any
person at the office of the Elk River City Clerk, 13065 Orono Parkway, during regular
business hours; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council, by at least four -fifths
vote, authorizes the publication of the title and summary of Ordinance 23-25.
The motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
Beyer, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Mayor
Dietz, Councilmembers Grupa, Westgaard,,Beyer. and Wagner and the following against:
none, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
The following members were present: Mayor Dietz, Councilmembers Grupa, Westgaard.
Beyer, and Wagner and the following absent: none.
f Passed and adopted this 4`' day of December 2023.
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