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COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 27, 1997 FIRST READING, Ordinance No. 29 - 97 Amending Zoning Ordinance Section 7, Business Districts, Subdivision 3, H - Ms. Wyland reminded Council that a conditional use permit had been approved for automobile and truck repair use at 7313 Lake Drive with the condition that an ordinance amendment be considered which would allow the parking of vehicles waiting for repair. Section 7, Subd. 3, H.6.i currently reads as follows: All outside storage shall be prohibited. The storage of damaged vehicles, vehicles being repaired and vehicle parts and accessory equipment must be completely inside a principal or accessory building. The proposed language would allow customer vehicles to be parked outside but prohibit other exterior storage. The proposed language is as follows: All outside storage is prohibited except the storage of customer vehicles waiting for repair. Ms. Wyland stated that the Planning and Zoning Board held a public hearing on October 8, 1997, and recommended approval of this ordinance amendment. Council Member Lyden asked about a time limit for vehicles awaiting repair to remain on the property. Ms. Wyland explained that all vehicles stored for repair must bear current licenses, which should preempt inordinately lengthy storage. Mayor Landers asked for the precise location of the building. Ms. Wyland explained that this amendment would apply to any automobile repair use within the City which obtains a conditional use permit. Council Member Kuether requested clarification regarding placement of these vehicles within a fenced area. Ms. Wyland indicated that the applicant still intends to install a fence of a privacy nature. Council Member Kuether moved to approve the FIRST READING of Ordinance No. 29 - 97, which provides and reads in pertinent part "All outside storage is prohibited except the storage of customer vehicles waiting for repair." Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of Resolution No. 97 - 152 Opting to Participate in Livable Communities Act - Ms. Wyland explained that at this time of year the City is requested by the Metropolitan Council to indicate its willingness to participate in the Local Housing Incentives Account Program under the metro Livable Communities Act. Participation is mandatory for those communities wishing to access certain funding accounts through the Metropolitan Council. This proposed resolution, if adopted, represents the City's willingness to continue participation in this program for the third year. Mr. Wessel stated that historically following election to participate Staff returns to Council with a recommendation of goals for use of the subject funds. Last year Council reduced the goals, and it would appear that this year those same goals will be appropriate. However, Mr. Wessel reminded Council that at this time the request is just to participate in the program. Mr. Wessel added that earlier this date he, Mr. Schumacher and Ms. Devine met with representatives of the •