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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD JUNE 24, 1985. PAGE. 8 STATUS REPORT (CANT.) Councilmember L. Adams felt that Wheeler's issue ought to be discussed and the properties at 3385 and 3393 Crystal Bay Road to be discussed as separate issues. Counci lmember Frahm addressed the issues in the staf f memo on a point by point basis. Frahm stated that regarding the hardcover (POINT A) as long as no driving or plastic is on the gravel then it is not considered hardcover. Frahm noted that he is aware that the structure under 120' sf does not require a permit. Frahm stated that the 160' sf shed does require a permit and will additionally have to apply for an after the fact variance. Frahm noted that staff observed no boats, therefore, it is no longer an issue. Frahm had no problems with the wood piles. Frahm asked staff to investigate into the wood pile addressed tonight by Wheeler. Jerry Wheeler stated that he did present his complaint through the proper channels. Wheeler 3ttlt that the questions of relevancy of Karl Johnson and Dick Carl's violations will become relevant as this mess gets bigger. Wheeler pointed out that this block (the neighborhood) is in shambles when it comes to compliance with the ordinances. Wheeler felt that the Council should not enforce ordinances only on complaint basis in this neighborhood because that would be singling out certain individuals. Wheeler noted for the record that this block is in non-conformance with the ordinances in regard to hardcover, exterior structures, and lot line setbacks. Wheeler asked that if the Council is going to enforce those ordinances on himself, Johnson, and Carl, he asked that pictures not be taken of just these three homes but of the whole block. Wheeler asked the Council to be fair and to look at the whole block. Wheeler admitted that he parks on his gravel pad and noted that Johnson also uses his gravel pad for storage and transportation of vehicles. Wheeler noted that the wood pile is infested with rodents and he fears for the safety of a young child living in his home. Mayor Butler asked what type of rodents are in the wood pile. Jerry Wheeler noted that ground squirrels live in the wood pile. Mayor Butler noted that ground squirrels are indigenous to Minnesota and help beautify the lakeshore. Councilmember L. Adams tried to explain his point of view and was repeatedly interrupted by Wheeler. Mayor Butler ruled Wheeler out of order and instructed him to leave the Council Chambers.