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COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 22, 1997 • from the residential property. It has been shown in recent research that plant materials by themselves do little to abate a noise problem such as this. Mayor Landers asked for response from Ken Rehbein. Mr. Rehbein indicated that he did meet with Mr. Aeslesan and that they did discuss the noise situation. • Council Member Neal asked Ms. Wyland if the outdoor sound system had been used recently. Ms. Wyland responded that no events have taken place since installation of the new system. Council Member Neal requested that a condition be placed upon granting of the special use permit requiring its review after one year. Ms. Wyland indicated that such a condition could be added. Council Member Neal suggested continued Police Department involvement regarding complaints and proposed scheduling of events. He also mentioned length of events, asking if they are scheduled to end prior to curfew for young people. Council Member Neal also expressed concern with respect to the Rice Creek Watershed, asking if the proposed parking would be appropriate. Mr. Rehbein responded that although 121 parking spaces are allowed for, practically speaking all of those spaces would not be in use but available should a special event result in a larger -than -normal number of vehicles for which space must be provided. Mayor Landers opened discussion to the audience. Rick Glovey, 490 Pine Street, expressed favor with the Rehbein facility. Council Member Neal asked for clarification regarding use of motorized vehicles on the facility. Mr. Rehbein confirmed that no motorized vehicles are permitted on the track. Becky Glovey, 490 Pine Street, agreed with Rick Glovey's expression of favor with the Rehbein facility. She indicated that traffic is no heavier during a track event than at any other time. Bill Lawson, 5915 Pine Street, agreed with the opinions of Rick and Becky Glovey. Michelle Altman, a new resident of Lino Lakes, stated that her son has just become involved in BMX racing, and that her family is very supportive of the activity and of the Rehbeins. Roger Kolstad, 8383 4th Avenue, stated that he has no problem with the Rehbein operation. Connie Baumann, 8340 4th Avenue, explained that she is the nearest neighbor to the Rehbein facility. She added that the Police Department monitored indoor track activity from her property, and that she felt the noise was offensive and intrusive into her solitude. Mayor Landers requested that Officer Hammes respond to Ms. Baumann's complaint. He stated that his review of Police records revealed approximately 7 noise complaints since 1996, all being from the same individual. Council Member Neal again expressed concern that continuing attention be given to traffic and noise in the vicinity of the race track. Officer Hammes indicated that the Police Department will continue to monitor any possible problems.