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1 1 219 March 12, 1979 Residents of the area made the following points: - this type of construc- tion is not appropriate becasue of density, contrary to guide lines set up in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan; contrary to existing development; density rate effects fire coverage rates; the access to the lake - who can use? want only dingle family homes; the 2 to 4 foot water table - how would the homes be constructed to avoid water problems? what impact would a development of this size have on schools, fire coverage, police coverage? Mr. Blackbird answered: this is the highest and best use for this land; the density figure used was the maximum figure - would be apt to be less; these outlots were designated for multiple dwellings at the time of the original plat and all persons who bought at that time knew of this plann- ing; only a strip for lake access and only for the residents of the area; the construction would be according to guidelines set up by the Rice Creek Watershed District - all garages and driveways would be at the current elevation, fill brought in for some of the area; the area would be developed in stages and there would be no rentals; Mr. Blackbird emphasized that all facets of the construction, drainage, design and recreational areas of this area would be discussed at the time of platt- ing. This hearing is just for rezoning of the land. Drainage was discussed. Mr. Gotwald said 80% to 90% of the water would drain to th.e East and end up in the open space area and this matter is controlled by the Rice Creek Watershed Board. Mr. Kulaszewioz was concerned with the population; kids with no place to play; traffic and parking problems; high water table and drainage. Mr. Schneider moved to this area to get away from congestion and this would create the same congestion. Mr. McLean needed proof that current zoning was incorrect; Mr. Blackbird said the quads are the best use of the land and the type of construction can be controlled. Mr. McLean moved to deny the rezoning to R5 due to the density. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. Mr. Blackbird asked how this decision could be reconsidered and Mr. Locher said the only recourse is through the District Courts. Mr. McLean moved to adjourn the hearing at 11:30 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. Mayor Karth resumed his chair and the regular meeting continued. Representatives of the Circle -Lex Lions Club requested permission for the use of Sunrise Park, September 8/9, 1979 for a community function. The several ideas were presented and discussed. Mr. Schneider moved to grant preliminary approval for this use subject to final plans. He requested this Council be kept informed. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared III passed. Mr. Locher reported on a letter from Mr. Jeffrey Kirschbaum's Attorney requesting that he be returned to the payroll at full salary. Mr. Locher will answer this. There was discussion of the modular unit parked at the City Hall and the L actions leading to the impounding of this unit. Mr. McLean moved to set the storage fee at $50.00 per day for the two units. Seconded by Mr.