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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 24, 2003 There was no one present from the general public wishing to comment on this matter. Upon motion by Montour, seconded by LaValle, the public hearing was closed. Blesener stated that it was very disheartening to see that Mr. Cossack proceeded with the construction of this recreation building after the City's repeated efforts to stop the construction. Fahey indicated that Mr. Cossack either has the option to bring the building into conformity or to remove the building. Montour noted that this issue has been going on since June of 2002, and asked if the City should proceed in a normal fashion to resolve the matter or if efforts should be expedited. Fahey noted the two citations that have been issued, and asked if the City should wait for those to play out or if there are more efforts that can be taken to compel compliance. The City Attorney pointed out that the City can begin a civil proceeding to seek an injunction to force removal of the building. He noted that the criminal action does not get the problem resolved, which is removal of the building. Mr. Fahey introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption; RESOI UTION NO. 2003-9-215 -DENYING TIIE VARIANCES REQUESTED 13Y.IIM COSSACK FOR SIZE AND DIMENSION OF A RECREATIONA7.13UILDING AT 42I ELI ROAD A.S RECOMMENDED 13Y TIIE CITY PLANNER AND THE PLANNING COMMhSSION AND I3A,SED ON THE FACT THAT THERE IS NO HARDSHIP PRESENT TO WARRANT GRANTING THESE VARIANCES The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Blesener. Ayes (5) Fahey, Blesener, Anderson, LaValle, Montour. Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. Fahey felt that the next action for the Council to consider was to authorize a court action to obtain an injunction for removal of the building. Montour noted that Mr. Cossack also has the option to connect the building to his House or reduce the size of the building. Blesener noted