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065 COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 26, 1987 IPark Board Budget. He noted that the Board is very concerned by the cuts made in the preliminary Park Budget by the Council. They are wondering how long they can survive by taking money from the Dedicated Fund. The Board would like the Dedicated Funds to be used for purchase of additional park land, not park improvements. PLANNING AND ZONING REPORT - JOHN MILLER Minor Subdivision, Mike Bailey - Mr. Bailey and his neighbor, Mr. Bernier have found that both hold title to a three foot wide strip between their properties. To rectify this and especially to clear title, Mr. Bailey wishes to deed a three foot strip to Mr. Bernier. Mr. Miller explained that there are no encroachments to this strip. Mr. Marier moved to approve Planning and Zoning Item No. 87 - 25 and the Planning and Zoning Board recommendations. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Greenhouse Site and Building Plan Review - Waldoch Farms - Mr. Miller explained that Mr. Joyer representing Waldoch Farms has requested approval of a Site and Building Plan review for a 2,500 square foot greenhouse. The building will be located in the General Business District and it is a permitted use. Mr. Miller did not see a problem with the building itself and it met all setback regulations. The IPlanning and Zoning Board had recommended approval with the stipulation.,that the driveway and parking lot be blacktopped and foundation planting be included in the plan. Mr. Joyer told the Council that he wanted the Council to know that this would continue as a farming operation even thought there may be some greenhouse sales for a six or eight week period during the spring. They are not changing any of the current business, just expanding and moving the greenhouse to a different location on the farm. Mr. Joyer said the surface of the parking lot and driveway would be Class #5 and the buildings would be landscaped. Mr. Bisel asked if this was a temporary structure. Mr. Joyer said it did not have a foundation and conceiveable if the business did not do well it could be removed leaving a blacktop driveway and parking lot in a field. Mr. Bohjanen asked about the current vegetable stand. Mr. Joyer said it would be left as it is for historical value. Mayor Benson asked if there were any plans for commercial structures. Mr. Joyer said possibly in the next ten to fifteen years. Mr. Reinert asked if he was expanding his retail business. Mr. Joyer said, no as there are already two greenhouses on Main Street. The proposal is to bring the green houses to Lake Drive a more visable area and organize all the farm operation in one location. Mr. Marier asked if Waldoch Farms did expand, would they be willing to complete the driveway and parking lot as requested by the Planning and Zoning Board. Mr. Joyer said yes if the nature of the expansion is retail. Mayor Benson said PAGE 7