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Planning&Zoning Board <br /> November 12, 1998 <br /> Page 16 <br /> Mr. Trehus questioned"expand its size". Ms. Wyland explained the Variance is referring <br /> to the size or degree of non-conformity. <br /> Mr. Corson asked about the possibility of a commercial use in residential. Mr. Wyland <br /> stated the Ordinance refers to residential units only. <br /> Mr. Trehus made a MOTION to approve the Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment,Non- <br /> conforming Structures,to read as follows: <br /> Alterations may be made to a structure containing non-conforming residential <br /> units when they will improve the livability thereof,provided they will not increase <br /> the number of units or expand the size,or degree of non-conformity. <br /> The MOTION was supported by Mr. Schilling. Motion carried 7-0. <br /> E. Clarification of Allegations in Quad Press <br /> Mr. Dunn expressed concern regarding comments made by Mr. Trehus in the Quad Press. <br /> He stated that as a Board member there is a fine line between representing yourself as a <br /> public official or as a citizen. The public needs to know if the editorial written was as �.. <br /> representation from the Board or as a citizen. Everyone has the right to express their <br /> opinion as a citizen. It is difficult to do as a Board member. <br /> Mr. Dunn also expressed concern regarding the"political opponent"comments. He <br /> stated that technically he is a political opponent because he voted in favor of the <br /> Comprehensive Plan. He stated he wanted to assure Mr. Trehus that he is receiving no <br /> benefits from his decision. He indicated he does not like the inference that he is receiving <br /> benefits. The only benefits wanted are the benefits to the City of Lino Lakes. The only <br /> way the Board can operate is to follow the guidelines of the City. <br /> Mr. Corson stated that if someone on the Board is gaining from decisions being made, <br /> they should know about it. <br /> Mr. Trehus stated he did not name any names in the editorial and he will not name any <br /> names now. <br /> Mr. Johnson read the reference from the Quad editorial written by Mr. Trehus. <br /> Chair Schaps asked if it was pointing at the Planning and Zoning Board. <br /> Mr. Trehus stated it was not directly pointed to the Board members. He stated the <br /> editorial speaks for itself. �' <br />