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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION AUGUST 5,1998 variance for lot width precedent would not set a precedent. There is a sufficient basis to grant the variance. He stated the City has the clear authority to ask for the right-of-way. Mr. Hill indicated that a hardship has been proven. He stated the City should not require the right-of-way without compensation because of all the time and money that has been spent of the property. He indicated he will not dedicate the property to the City. Kim stated she does not see any hardship other than economic. The City cannot make exceptions to rules if it is not a unique situation. John stated the request for the variance is reasonable. The right-of-way is the issue. He stated it is in the City's best interest to obtain the right-of-way so that there will be a consistent width on Elm Street. Mr. and Mrs. Hill stated they want to work something out with the City. Mrs. Hill indicated they are being asked to give more to the City than other property owners. Kim asked Mr. and Mrs. Hill to take the options into consideration. It is the Council's job to weigh their hardship against the right-of-way dedication. This item will appear on the regular City Council agenda, Monday, August 10, 1998. CONSIDERATION OF A SNOW REMOVAL POLICY FOR TRAILS Rick stated the Parks and Recreation Department would like to institute a snow removal policy for the City's trail system which will enable residents to enjoy the trails year round. He stated trail segments will be indicated as an A or B priority. Upon completion of all A paths, the B Priority paths will be cleared. There will be no additional costs to the City at this time. No chemicals will be used on the trails. The policy will be evaluated after the 1998/1999 snow season to see if the policy should continue. Council supported the snow removal policy. This item will appear on the regular City Council agenda, Monday, August 10, 1998. RESHANAU LAKE TRAIL UPDATE Rick gave an update regarding the Reshanau Lake trail. He requested approval from Council to begin discussions with the two (2) property owners where the limited access easement exists. It was the consensus of the Council to direct Rick to initiate discussions with the property owners regarding the purchase of the easement. JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT (JPA) WITH THE CITY OF CENTERVILLE Dave Ahrens detailed the JPA with the City of Centerville. He stated that the Agreement will be on the City of Centerville's regular City Council agenda on August 12, 1998. To 2 • • •