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• • • Planning & Zoning Board 7 August 12, 1992 includes a gate, a gravel access point to the lake, volleyball court and horseshoe area. Mr. Uhde explained that in the fall of 1991 they began having meetings with the Homeowners Association about the area. They talked with the previous City Planner about what they were doing and were told there was nothing needed except a permit from the DNR and /or the Corp. of Engineers. They received an ok from the Rice Creek Watershed District for work above the high water mark and the DNR was made aware of their plans. An application was made for a permit from the DNR. It was never their intent to put this in without approval but they had been advised by the City Planner at that time that no permit was necessary. Mr. Pat Smith of 6922 West Shadow Lake Drive stated that he felt the problem here may be in marketing. The City made a decision a number of years ago, but apparently, buyers were told there would be a launch. Mayor Reinert was present and stated that Mr. Uhde has been a good developer, however, his recall is that the boat launch was stricken from the plan. It is not a good idea on such a small lake. On the opposite side of the lake there is a piece of property that is owned by 14 different property owners - if this is allowed they could do the same thing. He stated that he did recall discussion of development of the park, but no launching space. He believes the issue here is the "improved" access, not the park improvements. He also believes the realtors "over- sold" the property. Mr. Greg Johnson of 6773 East Shadow Lake Drive expressed concern about the ecological impact. The fish population is very low and he has been working with the DNR to increase it. At this time 10% of the fish show propeller wounds due to the lakes shallowness. Mr. Dunn stated that he had met with the DNR and initiating work on this site was a violation because no permit approval was received. Rice Creek has no authority and the City has the final say. Mr. Mike Hayden, from the east side of the lake, stated that he was mislead when he purchased his home because he was told there would be a boat access. Brad Bainen, 6955 Black Duck Drive stated the problem is with the developer. There was a strong promise that there would be a boat launch that even the people on the lake side could use. B. Olson of 6673 East Shadow Lake Drive asked who would be responsible for policing this area once it is improved.