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�Jm MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD 0 JULY 25, 1994 CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT ( *#9) COMPUTER REPLACEMENTS FOR THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT It was moved by Jabbour, seconded by Goetten, to approve the purchase of two personal computers to replace the existing equipment in the Finance Department at a cost of $2,746; the cost to be funded from the Equipment Outlay Fund ($2,059) and the sewer fund ($687). Ayes 5, nays 0. ( #10) PERSONAL WATER CRAFT REGULATION City Administrator Moorse reported that he had been working with the Long Lake City Administrator to draft an ordinance. The LMCD currently enforces a similar ordinance on Lake Minnetonka although it does not totally solve the problem. Since the DNR has jurisdiction over Long Lake and they do not agree with the Lake Minnetonka ordinance, it would be difficult to proceed with that ordinance. The DNR indicated that if Long Lake and Orono had documentation to prove that the personal water craft is causing a nuisance that is specific to Long Lake, they would consider some type of regulation of personal water craft. City Administrator Moorse referred to a draft ordinance included in the packet. He included restrictions on racing situations. Kelley stated he had talked with the Long Lake Mayor about the possibility of issuing parking permits for the Long Lake access but since the boat launch belongs to the DNR, neither Long is Lake or Orono could restrict its use. Hurr added that the DNR would not work with the cities if they try to limit parking. She suggested they contact the DNR to see if other DNR lakes have similar ordinances. City Administrator Moorse stated that some residents on the lake have video tapes which would be documentation of the problem that exists. He also suggested that the Long Lake lifeguards may be able to keep some records. Reserves and fire fighters could also check Long Lake occasionally. Kelley asked about the noise level since that seems to be a main concern. Moorse responded that the DNR had done a decibel study and most came out at about 81, unmodified. Jabbour stated the quality and repetition of the noise are what causes the noise problem. Hurr asked how many residents that live on Long Lake have personal watercraft. One resident responded there were none. She felt the main problem was caused by two organized, semi - professional groups of racers - Minnetonka Skiers and Dale's from Long Lake. Minnetonka Skiers bring buoys to set up for racing and Dale's takes the box off the muffler making them louder. As soon as the Water Patrol arrives, the offenders quit. The Water Patrol has stated that the temporary buoys are legal. Kelley suggested the City continue to work with the DNR to develop an enforceable and agreeable ordinance. 0 9