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COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 8, 2001 Council Member Dahl indicated she would support the request. She stated she has a pole barn. Other types of structures would stick out in this neighborhood. There are also other pole barns in the area. She stated she did not get information in her packet regarding the Rice Creek Watershed District's opinion on the soil. Mr. Lyden is accommodating the City and the City,should meet him half way. She indicated she does want an answer about how many other parcelsiereare in the City relating to a precedence being set. Council Member Reinert stated he had hoped an agreement on the siding could be met. He indicated he would allow the variance if that happens. He stated he also agrees that a structureto store the boat is better for the neighbors. Mayor Bergeson stated that if he had written the ordinance, everyone would have a pole barn. He advised Mr. Lyden he can withdraw the application temporarily or move ahead. Mr. Lyden indicated he is agreeable to tabling the request if the Council is receptive to discussions to explore further middle ground. Mayor Bergeson advised Mr. Lyden to have discussions with staff regarding acceptable building materials. Council Member Dahl inquired about the resolution for the variance. Staff advised the City Attorney has suggested the City use resolutions for all Council decisions. The resolutions will be used on a regular basis. Council Member Dahl asked if Mr. Lyden can submit an application before a year is up if the resolution is not used. Staff advised that if the request is denied, Mr. Lyden cannot submit another application whether the resolution is used or not. The City Attorney advised any denial cannot be resubmitted for one year. The City Administrator stated staff does not have information regarding the number of five (5) or less acre parcels within the City. She stated a consultant would be necessary and asked for Council direction. Council Member Dahl inquired about a map that has that information. Staff advised they are not aware of a map with that information. Council Member Dahl stated she will get the map from Anoka County. The City Attorney advised the City must take action within 60 days of the application date. He stated that if the request is tabled and the 60 day action period is affected, Mr. Lyden must agree to an extension. Council Member Carlson advised she does support resolutions for Council decisions. She stated her concern is that all five (5) points were included. She asked if having more information is better than 10