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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL JULY 22, 1992 Scalze stated that it doesn't appear that alot can be done about the light and noise coming from the industrial park. Scalze noted that previous efforts by St. Jude have reduced the problem by about one-third, and that the Building Inspector is working toward further solutions. Blesener felt the residential development will help the lights. Now that the area will not be so open, there will be the added security of the new residential development. Blesener also felt that the new buildings will cut down on the noise problem to some extent. Scalze noted that the problem will exist for the new residents, and the issue may be brought back to the Council by these residents. Leo asked if the City could require that the noise and lighting problem be addressed as part of this development proposal. Leo indicated that the residents would like the new home buyers to like the area and make it a good neighborhood. Hanson pointed out that St. Jude has indicated that they will cooperate in looking for additional lighting and noise abatement methods, however, there are no guarantees. Scalze pointed out that the proposal before the Council this evening is not St. Jude's proposal. Therefore, the City can place no requirements on St. Jude as a part of this consideration. Johnson asked if the St. Jude manufacturing operation will be moved to the new facility that 5t. Jude is building. The Council was not sure, but pointed out that Yorkton Industrial Park is zoned industrial, and warehousing and manufacturing are permitted uses. Blesener felt the City could hope that St. Jude would in good faith look at the problem and see what can be done. Blesener reported that St. Jude has been a good neighbor, and has been willing to work with the City in the past. There was no one else from the general public wishing to comment on this matter. Upon motion by LaValle, seconded by Blesener, the public hearing was closed. Page 12