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MINUTES OF THE ORONO COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 1989 • ZONING FILE #1391 - SADLER CONTINUED and variances for the purpose of constructing a retaining wall. The City Engineer has reviewed this application and recommended that the retaining wall extend to a point 80' from the lakeshore at full height and then taper to the ground in the next 10' to a point 70' from the shoreline. Cook felt this revision to the applicant's proposal would be more in keeping with the City's regulations concerning filling and grading within 75' of the lake. Mr. Sadler stated that the City Engineer's proposal would not alleviate the sloped area, and mowing or otherwise maintaining that area would be very difficult. He also stated that the revised plan would not limit runoff from the slope onto his neighbor's property. Councilmember Callahan stated that he disliked the proposal allowing 5' of retaining wall to encroach into the 0 -75' zone. He also felt that placement of the wall so close to the shared lot line, could create future problems between the property owners. Councilmember Goetten concurred with Callahan. It was moved by Councilmember Callahan, seconded by Councilmember Goetten, to deny application #1391, and direct •staff to draft a denial resolution. Motion, Ayes =S, Nays =O, Motion passed. #1397 ART CENTER OF MINNESOTA 2180/2240 NORTH SHORE DRIVE LOT LINE REARRANGEMENT RESOLUTION #2639 Ms. Michelle Frahm was present, as was Ms. Ann Stover, Executive Director of the Art Center. Zoning Administrator Mabusth informed the Council and Mayor Grabek that the Art Center was presenting a Quit Claim Deed that would provide the County with a 33' right -of -way. All other aspects of this metes and bounds subdivision have been met. The tennis court will now meet the required 10' setback. A total of 62 parking stalls will be provided. Mabusth said that she had received a request from the Art Center to waive the requirement of a letter of credit. Ms. Frahm explained that in light of no new development actually occurring with this subdivision application, that a letter of credit should not be a requirement. Ms. Stover added that the required screening, lighting and parking would be achieved with minimal expense. Mayor Grabek expressed his preference to have some form of •letter of credit. Ms. Frahm suggested that the Art Center be required to place a certain sum in an escrow account in lieu of a letter of credit. Councilmember Callahan indicated that he would not object to that. Mayor Grabek suggested that the sum of $5,000.00 be escrowed. 4