05-08-1989 Council Minutes - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

MINUTES OF ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD MAY 8, 1989 ZONING FILE #1396- MINNETONKA BOAT WORKS CONTINUED • parking areas be paved. It was moved by Mayor Grabek, seconded by Councilmember Peterson, to minimize signage and painting of the the road by having fencing on the east side of the road. Fencing in any other location will require approval from the Council. Paving of the parking area is not necessary, as long as staff recommendations are followed. Mayor Grabek directed staff to prepare the resolution for the May 22, 1989 Council Meeting. Councilmember Callahan questioned what authority the City of Orono has over docks. City Attorney Barrett responded that the City currently had no jurisdiction over docks. Councilmember Callahan said that he shared Councilmember Nettles' concerns. Callahan questioned why the area could not be cleaned up and controlled without adding boat slips. Councilmember Goetten stated that years ago a request such as this would have never been approved. She said that she was in favor of working with the applicant, but felt that this application was a bit too ambitious. Goetten said that it was her understanding that the LMCD had not made a final determination on this request. Ms. Whittaker responded that the LMCD wanted to see the amenities split between Wayzata and Orono and that the matter was being referred back to the Water Structures Committee. Mayor Grabek said that in order to encourage property owners to clean up these areas, the City had to be flexible. Goetten said that she was very concerned about the traffic in that area. She suggested • having Chief Kilbo's input on this matter. Mayor Grabek commented that to date, no one has been able to control the fishermen in that area. Councilmember Goetten said that she would vote in favor of this application, provided that she be given time to discuss her concerns with Chief Kilbo. Mabusth suggested that Goetten also talk with Mr. Matsumoto, Traffic Operations Engineer with Hennepin County. Motion, Ayes =4, Nettles Nay, Motion passed. #1398 STEVE HOWELLS 1448 PARK DRIVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RESOLUTION #2635 Mr. Howells was present for this matter. City Administrator Bernhardson explained that the Howells were seeking approval of a conditional use permit to construct a fence. The fence would be 6' high along County Road 19 and 4' high as the fence heads back into the property toward the house. Councilmember Goetten asked why the applicant's daughter could climb over a 3 -1/2' fence, but not a 4' fence? Mr. Howells stated that they would prefer to have the fence 5' along the sides, rather than 41. Goetten asked Mr. Howells if 6' would not be more desireable? • Mayor Grabek questioned whether approving a 6' fence along County Road 19 would be precedent setting? Gaffron replied that 10