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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL MARCII 26, 2007 The Planner indicated that the update draft should be completed within the next couple of weeks. AUTO REPAIR Given the earlier discussion relative to an auto repair license for Voyageur LICENSING Motors, the City Planner pointed out that auto repair is a permitted use in the I-1 Zoning District. The discussion relative to Voyageur occurred because their Conditional Use Permit prohibited auto repair given the need to maintain indoor vehicle display space in conjunction with their Auto Retail (Indoor) Sales License. The Planner suggested that in updating the Zoning Code, the City may want to consider putting a restriction on the number of auto repair licenses that can be issued. Blesener noted that the problem with major auto repair is that there is typically associated outdoor storage. The Planner noted that the City's experience with auto repair has not been good and has led to code enforcement actions. He indicated that while the use should continue to be allowed, the City could restrict the number of licenses it issues. Blesener suggested that auto repair licensing be discussed relative to the City's review of outdoor storage at the April 25"' workshop meeting. The City Adminisriator indicated that in addition to a limit on the number of auto repair licenses, consideration should be given to a resri•iction on the amount of associated outdoor storage. The consensus was to discuss this issue in detail at the Apri125`~' Council/Planning Commission workshop. ACCIDENT The City Administrator reviewed the report dated March 21, 2007 POLICY relative to accident coverage for volunteers. The Administrator noted FOR that staff has researched the availability of this coverage through the VOLUNTEERS National Alliance for Youth Sports. The coverage provided by this group is a general liability policy and not an accident policy. The League of MN Cities Insurance Trust offers accident coverage for volunteers. The majority of cities that purchase this coverage are smaller and out-state, thus likely more volunteer dependent. The cost to the City would be approximately $1,400 per year. The Administrator reported that the need for this coverage was discussed with the Parks & Recreation Director. The Director felt that any benefits gained by the coverage would not offset the cost that would need to be added to program fees to pay for this insurance. The Director also indicated that he has not had any requests from volunteers for this coverage. 12