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COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 26, 1998 Council Member Dahl stated that she did not consider a detached garage an accessory building. She could support the variance. Council Member Neal moved to allow construction of an additional accessory building at 768 square feet, thereby requiring a variance for the number of accessory buildings and additional 216 square feet of accessory building. Council Member Dahl seconded the motion. Motion carried with Mayor Sullivan voting no. Comprehensive Plan Update - Mr. Wessel stated that the last Comprehensive Plan meeting was held Thursday, May 21, 1998, in the Work Session format. The policy plan was reviewed at this time. Mr. Wessel suggested that 45 minutes prior to the Council Work Session on June 3, 1998, the Council meet with the Comprehensive Plan Task Force for an update and informational meeting. He suggested the Council meet with the Comprehensive Plan Task Force again 45 minutes prior to the June 17, 1998, meeting. On June 25, 1998, Mr. Wessel suggested the Council attend a review meeting one hour prior to the Comprehensive Plan Meeting. Mr. Alan Brixius would be present to conduct a question and answer review meeting. Mr. Wessel stated that the three (3) meetings would be an opportunity for Council Members to express their opinions and obtain information regarding the Comprehensive Plan. Mayor Sullivan encouraged the review and discussion times. She asked if all Council Members had received a copy of the policy. Council Member Lyden expressed serious reservations regarding the policy. Council Member Bergeson moved to establish June 3, 1998, at 4:45 p.m., and June 17, 1998, at 4:45 p.m., a scheduled meeting of the City Council, Comprehensive Plan Task Force, and appropriate staff. Council Member Dahl seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Wessel encouraged the Council to voice their opinions and ideas at the meeting. He asked that any agenda items be submitted early. Mr. Wessel announced that the Vision 20/20 Bus Tour is tentatively scheduled for September 12, 1998, at 9:00 a.m. The tour will begin at the Village Center. They will visit areas of change in the City and the areas that will be changed by the year 2020. Mr. Wessel stated that reservations will be required and he hopes to involve many citizens. The tour will conclude with a walking tour of the Village Center, Civic Complex, and refreshments. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT, RICK DEGARDNER Consideration of Authorization to Seek Bids for Playground Equipment - Mr. DeGardner stated that as a result of the Council designating a portion of the 1997 excess fund balance towards playground equipment, he is requesting further authorization to advertise for playground equipment bids in Shenandoah Park, Birch Park, and Lino Park. 12