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Planning & Zoning Board March 12, 1997 Page 3 • Acting Chair Robinson stated that he owns a golf driving range in another part of the City and will be abstaining from voting on this matter. In his experience, he does not believe more than one parking space per tee is needed. He stated that he would accept the temporary port -a- toilets as a solution to sanitary facilities as long as they are screened. • • Mr. Herr expressed his concern about containment of balls and protection of residences only 200 yards from this site. Mr. Brixius stated that screening along property lines and the orientation of the tees will address this issue. He recommended that the applicant be required to provide greater detail about the orientation of the tees. Acting Chair Robinson declared the public hearing open at 6:50 p.m. Ms. Denise Manthis stated that she is representing her husband, Mr. Jim Manthis, one of the applicants. Mr. Manthis has been in the golf business for many years and is himself a Class A Master Professional. Because it will take this year for the operation to be up and running, she requested a longer interim use period than five years. With regard to stray balls, they are willing to put up any type of screening the City may require. She requested recommendations for security lighting at night. Mr. Jeff Knutson stated that he is representing Mr. Glen Rehbein. He stated that the building will be designed for future removal. Mr. Wessel stated that this interim use makes sense from an economic development standpoint. The land will not sit idle, and this plan will give the property owner an opportunity to cover holding costs, which are high. Mr. Herr asked if homeowners with in range of the site have been notified of this public hearing. Ms. Wyland answered, yes. Mr. Dunn made a MOTION to close the public hearing at 6:57 p.m. and was supported by Mr. Gelbmann. The motion carried unanimously, 5 -0. Mr. Dunn asked if there is a City policy regarding the use of port-a- toilets or the number required depending on the traffic flow. City Engineer Ahrens stated that there is no City ordinance regarding this issue. He noted that the driving range on Ash Street has similar temporary sanitary facilities, and he does not expect any problems with this application.