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COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 10, 1998 Council Member Bergeson moved to adopt a motion approving the Special Events Application, Cabaret License, and 3.2 Beer License for Sandburr Days, as presented. Council Member Dahl seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT REPORT, BRIAN WESSEL/MARY KAY WYLAND Consideration of Minor Subdivision and Variance for James Hill, 302 Elm Street - Ms. Wyland stated that James and Janet Hill own the property at 302 Elm Street and would like to split the parcel into two (2). They are asking for approval of a minor subdivision and variance at this location. Ms. Wyland explained that the issue was previously brought before Council. Mr. and Mrs. Hill attended a Council work session to discuss the matter. Ms. Wyland stated that after further review, staff would suggest the following two (2) options: 1. Approve minor subdivision and variance with the condition that 14 foot of right- of-way be dedicated for future reconstruction of Elm Street and a $500.00 park dedication fee collection for the newly created lot. 2. Deny minor subdivision and variance if Mr. and Mrs. Hill do not agree with option no. 1. Ms. Wyland noted this item was tabled at the last Council meeting to allow Mr. and Mrs. Hill to appear at the Council work session. She stated the City Attorney feels that the variance request is reasonable. The City Engineer has indicated the City should require the right-of-way. Council Member Bergeson asked if there are any definite plans for the reconstruction of Elm Street. Mr. Ahrens stated that Elm Street has been identified as a street in need of repairs. It was determined the repairs will be in the year 2000. Therefore, construction may begin in the fall of 1999. Council Member Bergeson asked if there is funding available for the reconstruction. Mr. Ahrens indicated there is a funding source for the reconstruction. Because of the Ware Street Project the funding source (State Aid Funds) must to be built up. Mrs. Janet Hill, 298 Elm Street, came forward and read a statement regarding the issue. The statement detailed the background of their property and the money that has been spent obtaining an outlot so that frontage could be provided on Snow Owl Lane. Mr. Hill, 298 Elm Street, came forward and explained to Council why they do not believe it is fair for the City to require the 14 foot of right-of-way. Mr. Hill gave the following four (4) reasons: 1. The traffic on Elm Street is not being changed. 2. Other properties in the area have not been required to dedicate right-of-way. 4