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COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 25, 1997 1. Proper building permits be obtained prior to any construction. 2. The parking area be expanded on the north/east corner of the site to provide additional spaces. 3. An access permit be obtained from Anoka County prior to any construction. 4. All parking areas shall be provided with a bituminous surface, concrete curb and gutter and striped to delineate parking spaces. 5. Handicapped parking shall be provided according to the ADA Rules and Regulations. Ms. Wyland added that the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this variance and site plan review at its August 13, 1997 meeting. Council Member Kuether agrees that the school is in need of the proposed additional parking. Council Member Lyden requested clarification of the possibility of parking on the west side, eliminating the need for a variance. Ms. Wyland explained that the school has recently expended a considerable amount of money to move recreational areas, which would interfere with parking on the west side. Council Member Neal asked if there are plans to remodel this facility. Ms. Wyland is not aware of plans at this time. Mr. Wessel indicated that funds are not available at this time for remodeling. Ms. Wyland pointed out that a recent Forest Lake area bond issue which failed by overall vote but was strongly supported by the Lino Elementary area residents. Council Member Lyden asked if there are any safety issues connected with the proposed parking, and if there is room for snow removal. Ms. Wyland responded there are no safety concerns, and that there will be ample room for snow removal. Council Member Kuether moved to approve the variance and site plan review for Lino Elementary School, 725 Main Street. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of Site Plan Review for Storage Building, City of Lino Lakes, 1189 Main Street - Ms. Wyland explained that the City of Lino Lakes Public Works Department wants to construct a 4,800 -square -foot accessory building for the storage of equipment. The building will be located within the City s existing storage yard at 1189 Main Street, which is currently zoned Rural. Government buildings are listed as a permitted use in the Rural Zoning District. There has been some discussion concerning a new City Hall, and Staff represented that should a new City Hall be constructed the Public Works Department would remain in its present location at 1 189 Main Street. 14