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Zoning File #2128 April 12, 1996 Page 6 metering the down stream areas to determine what improvements, if any, will be needed. This will probably not be accomplished until mid-May. Staff notes that intense use of the ice hockey facility is in the winter months when I & I is not of issue. The City has set aside funds for the upgrading of down stream facilities based on the original Comp Plan Amendment No. 2 (1987) improvements proposed for the Highway 12 area. The City will work with Long Lake to make the necessary improvement by a reasonable date. Applicant's architect shall be responsible for presenting final construction plans to the appropriate agency of the Metropolitan Council to determine the exact number of SAC units. Applicant shall be charged sewer and water units based on the number of SAC units. Based on 1996 fee schedule combined sewer unit and water unit charge will be $8,525.00. Landscaping/F encing/Signage/Exterior Lighting The landscaping plan has been found to be adequate. The applicant will be working with the property owner to the immediate west to select location of additional plantings. A neighbor in attendance at one of the informational meetings noted that the allotment of $29,000 for plantings of this scale is not realistic. Applicant may have to phase the planting schedule over a two to three year period. Signage information has not been provided but applicant's signage is limited to 12 s.f. If they seek additional area, they must advise staff before the application is scheduled before the Council so that signage area variance can be determined. It is not clear whether Exhibit R, shows the location of exterior lights on the property. Applicant should advise as to the location and type of lighting to be used. Lighting must be shielded downward away from residential boundaries and public roadway. Operating Board The facility will be operated by a Board of Directors consisting of five members, three shall be appointed by the Orono Hockey Boosters. Applicant proposes that the School District appoint the two remaining Board members in an attempt to establish an official property owner liaison position. The Board, in turn, will hire a professional arena manager or management firm to maintain the facility. During the heav'y use months of the winter season, the facility will be operated firom 5.30 a.m. through 11:30 p.m. The applicant has provided no information on the off season hours of use. Review Exhibit B, applicant's addendum specifically page 3, off season uses are reviewed as follows: School District Educational activities for school productions, meetings, affairs or other flmd raisers and may also serve as classrooms.