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z � MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD OCTOBER 27, 1986 LMCD REPORT CONTINUED Hurr stated that they are working on an LMCD Comprehensive Plan. She stated that they are in the process of adopting an ordinance regarding footage of boats per watercraft availability unit. She reported that a lot on the North Arm is for sale by Hennepin County, which she is working to stop the sale of the lot. City Administrator Bernhardson stated that staff is also working to dissuade Hennepin County from selling the lot. METROPOLITAN WASTE CONTROL COMMISSION REPORT JoEllen Hurr reported that the MWCC passed an ordinance that SAC charges will no longer be collected if sewer is not available to that property. They are working on a refund policy back to the community. PUBLIC COMMENTS Newell Weed, 1385 Orono Lane, and Craig Moen, 1387 Orono Lane, were present. Mr. Weed submitted a letter requesting immediate consideration to close the end of Orono Lane and approve construction of a new entrance road to Orono Lane from Highway 15. As noted in the letter, they proposed the entrance be moved approximately 200 feet east of the present entrance and connect with the current Orono Lane approximately at mid -point or on the line between the See and Thomas properties. He noted that the current entrance is a blind corner and a very dangerous intersection. He stated that the proposed entrance would cross the property owned by Mr. & Mrs. Douglas Johnson and understands that the Johnson's would make this land available for this road if approved by the City. Councilmember Adams stated that having reported an accident at the intersection within the past year, he agrees that this is a dangerous intersection. Councilmember Callahan recommended that the City staff review the request. City Administrator Bernhardson stated that staff will work with the City Engineer and bring back a recommendation and costs to the November 10th Council meeting. 2