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1 1 1 April 26, 1976 to make a decision. If the Council has a question on some aspect of the Plann- ing and Zoning Boards recommendations, it could be sent back for clairfication. But this is part of the duties of the Planning and Zoning Board. Mr. Ringaman felt that people who serve on these Boards should be knowledgable in the areas necessary to make recommendations. He suggested to insure this being so in the future, the members of this Board should be scree;ied by the Personnel Commission. Mr. McLean told Mr. Ringaman that any time the Board feels inadequate to make a recommendation on a particular request, there is expert advice available from the Attorney, Engineer, and the Planner. The Board uses these sources when nec- essary. Mr. Karth had prepared a copy of specs for a pick up for allCounci1 members. This is the same truck that has been purchased by Circle Pines and he suggested if any member has a question, they should contact Mr. Bloomstrand for informat- ion. This is for consideration for a July purchase - maybe. Mr. Zelinka asked how the roads were in general. Mr. Karth said they are beginn- ing to dry out. Mr. Schneider asked about West Shadow Lake Drive and Mr. Karth said it is in pretty good shape. He is still trying to get the County to assume the responsibliity for that street. Mr. McLean reported on the Planning and Zoning Board meeting held on April 21, 1976. Most of the items were concerned with people who needed more information. Mr. Carey of 490 Pine Street had applied for a special use permit to operate a saw sharpening business at that location. The Board had questioned the hours and noise and felt these were acceptable. Mr. Carey plans a small sign mounted on his mailbox. The Planning and Zoning Board had recommended approval of this special use permit. Mr. McLean so moved. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion carr- ied unanimously. A letter from WCCO had been received asking for an extension of the special use permit for construction of a radio tower off Holly Drive. This permit will expire in June and WCCO is still in hearings before the FCC. Mr. Lewis stated that it would be perhaps one year after approval before a building permit would be applied for, therefore, he requested the permit be extended until the aniver- sary date in 1978. After some discussion the Planning and Zoning Board had recommended approval of this request. Mr. McLean so moved. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. McLean asked to discuss the subject of the 500KV line that is proposed to be constructed on the East side of the City. He had talked to the neighbors and the general consensus is this line will offer nothing to this City or the residents. They felt this is an alternate route that adds mileage to the line. Mr. McLean presented the following statement. BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, this City of Lino Lakes does not agree with any proposal to route the 500 Kilowatt Power Line to be built by Minnesota Power and Light Company through the City of Lino Lakes for the following reasons: 1. The deterioration of visual environmental conditions produced by removal of trees and natural environment and replacement with large steel st- ructures will have a negative effect on those living within sight of the lines.