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• • • Planning & Zoning Board June 11, 1997 Page 9 once or twice a week, but four or five times a week all summer really affects the neighborhood. Ms. Dawn Maxwell, 431 Andall Street, stated that they chose to buy 1.5 acres for quietness and so kids could ride their bikes in the street. Some mornings it is very difficult to get in and out of the area, and kids using the arena are disrespectful. The noise is very annoying and can be heard inside the house, unless windows are shut. Mr. Gary Brownberg, 824 Wood Duck Trail, stated that he does not understand how this business could be in operation since 1994 without a permit. If a neighbor complains about his dog barking three times, he is fined. He does not understand how this business can be allowed for four years with nothing done about it. Ms. Carrie Boganrief, 455 Andall Street, stated that she has no problem with the bike racing; the activity is good for kids. Her concern is the noise and traffic on Fourth Avenue. It is a circle for running and roller blading, but the speed limit is 45 mph with no shoulders. Many people drive over the speed limit, and it is very dangerous. Mr. Rehbein stated that there are also several people who do not mind the race track. He has had very few complaints from the City and is willing to do everything possible to work with the residents in the neighborhood. At this time a new PA system is being designed for outdoors. Mr. Mark Sandberg, 2342 128th Avenue, Coon Rapids, stated that his son races at the Rehbein arena. There are two basic problems with the sound system as it exists. One is that the speaker has to be turned up for everyone to hear. He is designing a system that will be reflected off the ground with volume controls similar to a drive -in movie theater. Chair Schaps asked if the reflective sound system would be installed by mid - July. Mr. Sandberg answered, yes. Mr. Rehbein agreed that the traffic is heavy on Fourth Avenue. However, it is not only due to BMX people. There are a number of problems with the traffic. A few years ago he made a request to the City for the speed limit to be reduced to 30 mph but was told that the speed limit cannot be reduced. Mr. Gelbmann asked if there is parking on both sides of the street.