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• • • DESIGN REVIEW BOARD MEETING March 14, 1990 difference. The land owners lost the case. The Supreme Court stated that science dictates no problems, but perception is a problem. He also discussed bird strikes. Mr. McCollin said that the UPA is only talking about modification of an existing line. There will be no more conductors, and the poles are only going to be three feet higher. In his opinion the number of bird strikes should not change. Mr. Uhrhammer stated that he is part of a utility company. Whatever costs occur to the utility company are passed down to the resident. Pat Cairns stated that the UPA has met the intent of the zoning ordinance, modifications are minimal. He stated that we believe we have met the requirements asked of us and respectfully ask for your approval. Any Donlin stated that she feels the UPA and AEC are brushing off all the health hazards. She said there is a real fear with the residents living near the power line. She said that a person from every house on the block has had cancer. The fear is real. Monika stated that she appreciates all the work and thought that went into the presentation by the UPA and AEC. She is on the board to look at Lino Lakes and how she would like to see it improve. She stated that this is a city entrance. She would like to see the power line moved. Monika stated that in her opinion property values would be lowered. We, as a board, can look at studies and time is the only proven factor. If there is even a hint that there was danger involved - there would be fear. Robert King has not heard about the other possible locations for the power line. He would like to see more options discussed. John Bergeson asked about how many customers are served by AEC in Lino Lakes. Doug Uhrhammer stated that approximately 1 /3rd of the city is served by AEC. John Bergeson said that if the substation is in White Bear Township, you should also locate the lines there. Health concerns also affect Mr. Bergeson. Gary Ostrom approached the board one last time. He said that he feels this is the best site. There is already an existing power line. We are only proposing to change the corner structure. If we go away the line will still be there. He cannot justify moving the line. Why would we want to go somewhere else, this is just a minor adjustment. Page 8