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126 COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 26, 1995 Planning and Zoning Board requirements on page 6 which would state, "no outdoor storage of recreational vehicles or auxiliary equipment in fire lanes or required parking areas ". Council Member Bergeson said he was still not comfortable with the dock arrangement. He asked Mr. Brixius for further suggestions. Mr. Brixius agreed that there is a potential conflict between public and private interest however, the best solution was to require proper signage. Council Member Bergeson noted that people from outside the development will use the trail and will trespass onto the dock regardless of the signage. This will make the residents of the subdivision unhappy and they will call the Police Department who will try to get to the dock area. This could cause a problem for the Police Department. Mr. Asleson explained that this matter was discussed at the Park Board meeting. They felt the most important park issue was to obtain the appropriate acreage to complete the neighborhood park in the Shores of Marshan Lake subdivision. They were not willing to give up any park acreage for something on the lake shore. Council Member Kuether asked what is the reason for the dock. Mr. Hokanson said to dock canoes. Mr. Asleson said he did not see any public use for this dock. There are docking facilities in the Regional Park and there may be another access constructed off of Aqua Lane. He also explained that the proposal for the trail location in this subdivision is in the proper place. It connects to the existing trail in the Shores of Marshan Lake subdivision and creates access to the Regional Park. Council Member Kuether said she understood Mr. Asleson's point, but it is a safety issue. Council Member Elliott said that she was not in favor of moving the trail but would be in favor of eliminating the dock. She noted that the trail will serve the entire community. Mr. Hokanson said he would place "private property" signs so that the trail walkers would know they should not trespass on the dock. Council Member Bergeson asked that item No. 9 be added to the Planning and Zoning Board requirements titled, "Appropriate signage along the trail to be worked out with City staff" to avoid trespass onto private property. Council Member Kuether moved to approve the Marshan Lake Condominiums site plan subject to the following conditions: 1. The developer is to either expand the amount of residential land or reduce the number of housing units in Phase 2 prior to proceeding with Phase 2 development. 2. A parking setback variance to allow guest parking within five (5) feet of the project's internal loop street. PAGE 20 1 1 1