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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR UHUNU VUUNVl1- maAtiivu ( #5) ORONO SEWER SITE /PLANNING ASSISTANCE Mayor Peterson clarified that a neighborhood meeting would also be held to discuss the intent o,f the property at the Crystal Bay site. Brad Peterson of 2160 Shevlin Drive explained that he has been attending the Park Commission meetings and felt that spending the money on the planning is wasteful at this time. He also noted the sketches which had been drafted by staff which showed possible lot development and felt that these were completely inaccurate as they encroached upon DNR protected waters. Candace Rowlette, Planning Commission Representative, asked whether the Planning Commission should be involved with this aspect of planning for this property. Goetten also questioned whether the DNR could perhaps help by establishing the ordinary high water mark. Vongries noted the public had been present at the last two meetings with input on this matter. He also noted that there was a division of opinion on this matter within the Commission. He also noted that the Commission would have to re— evaluate the desire to retain this land as a park if it has to be purchased. It was moved by Mayor Peterson, seconded by Goetten, to table authorization of expenditure of monies for planning for the Orono sewer property until such time that the Park Commission has had a chance to re— evaluate the situation. Ayes 5, nays 0. ( #26) SEWER POND EVALUATION Brad Peterson of 2160 Shevlin Drive passed out information on this property. He explained that the City is in the process of applying for a permit to restore the pond elevation. He would like it to be noted on the permit that the pond be restored to a minimum depth of 3 -4'. Mr. Peterson reviewed the pond area with Dave Olfeld of the DNR and his recommendation is 3 -41. Tom Barrett noted that it may be hard to change the depth once it is approved by the DNR and the City may wish to consider the impact of a particular elevation on the development of the property. s Callahan noted that it was his understanding that it wouldn't matter if you restored the pond to 10' or 2' as it would just spread wider, and not necessarily become deeper. Gerhardson noted that 3 -4' would cover the entire pond bed. It was moved by Callahan, seconded by Butler, to direct staff to apply for a permit from the DNR to establish the water elevation of the pond at the Orono Sewer Pond Property at a minimum depth of 3'. Ayes 5, nays 0. 3