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ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR FEBRUARY 28, 2000 • (Wayzata Marine, Continued) proposed use is not changing at this time. Gaffron stated the City Council is entitled under City Code to hold a public hearing on a marina license if Council deems it appropriate, but a hearing is not mandatory unless the Applicant requests one in the case of a revocation or denial. Staff feels there is no need for a public hearing on this application. City Staff is recommending the licensee adhere to the following Minimum Operation Standards: 1. Parking facilities on the site shall be managed so as to eliminate traffic or parking congestion, eliminate illegal on- street parking, and avoid pedestrian traffic through neighboring properties. 2. Boat engine testing and charging shall be limited to the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 3. Retail sales and service shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. except as necessary to accommodate normal fishing activity or private use of premises stored boats. 4. The site shall be kept neat and orderly and free of garbage. 5. On -land storage of boats shall be managed so as to eliminate any view obstructions for traffic entering and leaving the site. 6. Parking and on -land storage of boats, trailers, materials and equipment shall be limited to those locations shown on an approved site operation plan, which plan shall be submitted or updated as part of the annual license application. Such site operation shall also indicate seasonally variable uses. 7. Lights shall be shielded from the road, the lake, and adjacent properties. Gaffron noted Lakeside Marina has removed its old non - conforming underground gasoline tanks and had intended to replace them with an above - ground system during 1999. The new owner will need to proceed with replacement of the old tanks, which may result in the need for setback or hardcover variances. Gaffron stated the Applicant will also need to complete the fence that has been partially installed along the easterly border as well as to have boats parked five feet back from the fence to avoid any problems with debris being dumped in the area. Gaffron stated the addition of vegetative screening would also provide an added benefit to the neighbor. Gaffron stated the new owner has also been advised that use of the DNR landing to satisfy business operations will not be allowed. City Staff recommends approval of a 2000 Commercial Marina License to Wayzata Marine. Mayor Jabbour stated the City welcomes and encourages business ventures in Orono. Jabbour stated in his view this will be a major asset to the community, noting that Wayzata Marine provides • high - quality products. Page 8