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Planning & Zoning Board September 8, 2010 Page 2 APPROVED MINUTES A. PUBLIC HEARING to consider amending the Zoning Ordi nance to add requirements for Temporary Outdoor Sales Lots, Farm er’s Markets, and Community Gardens Associate Planner, Paul Bengtson, presented the sta ff report. Staff explained that per state statutes, the City m ay not require a license for the sale of produce grown in the city. However, the city attor ney advised that the City could regulate the sales of produce and products within t he city limits, specifically where and how items are sold. The Board agreed that regulations should be differe nt for a temporary sales lot than for a farmer’s market. Board members encouraged the allo wance of both in the city. Board members discussed issues with the sales of pr oduce grown off site versus those grown on site. For health reasons, it was suggeste d that there should be a way to track the sales of food items sold. Staff pointed out th at regulating and tracking sales would be easier if permits are issued. Staff acknowledged t hat a permit is different from a license, and may or may not require a fee. The board discussed the consideration of requiring an organizer to be responsible for a farmer’s market. It would be more efficient for ci ty staff to deal with one person who would be responsible for all participating vendors. Board members agreed that limiting sales to agricul ture products alone may be too restrictive. Chair Tralle suggested that staff acquire a list of requirements from neighboring cities. In addition, that staff ask the cities what works and doesn’t work for them. Staff agreed to compile a list to bring back to the board. If poss ible, staff will email information to the board with links to informative websites. The board briefly discussed the potential for commu nity gardens. Issues considered included locations that would be most appropriate, whether a permit would be required, and potential effects on neighboring businesses. Chair Tralle opened the Public Hearing at 7:28 p.m. There was no one present to speak. Staff recommended continuing the public hearing to the next meeting. Mr. Hyden made a MOTION to continue the Public Hear ing to the October meeting at 7:34 p.m. Motion was supported by Mr. Pogalz. Mot ion passed 6 - 0. B. PUBLIC HEARING to consider amending the Zoning Ordi nance to modify the requirements for Swimming Pools and Fences & Walls Associate Planner, Paul Bengtson, presented the sta ff report.