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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL APRIL 22, 2009 Stanke listed numerous properties in the City that he considered to have outdoor storage of some type, and asked if they would be required to obtain an outdoor storage license. The City Adminisri•ator replied that they would be subject to licensing provided they are industrial properties. Stanke felt that all outdoor storage should be licensed, or none should. He indicated that he will not continue to sit by and have his property devalued because the City is taking his rights away. Stanke felt that the City continually picks on Ryan Industrial Park. He expressed extreme concern for the two PUD properties along Ryan Drive and the poor condition of these properties that he felt the City was doing nothing about. The Administrator reported that the City is doing code enforcement on these properties, and one property owner has been cited. He noted that the code enforcement process is a long one. Stanke stated that his property taxes continue to go up and up and now the City is saying that he cannot use his outdoor storage. Blesener commented that the City is not saying that. The City is saying that in order to have outdoor storage, it needs to be licensed, and it has to be in compliance with the CUP that was agreed to. Stanke pointed out the business that Ryan Industrial Park brings into Little Canada. Stanke asked that the City leave these business owners alone for fve years. He pointed out the tough economic times. Blesener asked how the City can be guaranteed that Stanke will live by his CUP. Stanke noted that he has two auto-related tenants. He suggested that if the property is not in compliance when their auto repair licenses are up for renewal, that the licenses not be renewed. Keis asked what the City can do to keep Ryan Industrial Park looking respectable. Stanke suggested that the City buy the first PUD building on Ryan Drive and redevelop that property. Montour noted that the City has had these conversations with Mr. Stanke numerous times. He pointed out that the issue this evening is the establishment of an outdoor storage license fee of $50. Stanke suggested that if properties are in compliance, they not be required to pay the license fee. Montour suggested that that may be an option that the City moves to. He appreciated the fact that it was tough economic times, but also pointed out the City has to make tough decisions and work toward maintaining a viable community. Montour did not feel that a $50 license fee was that big of an issue. Stanke asked if the City would be obligated to comply with a petition in opposition to the outdoor storage license. The City Attorney explained in 12