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COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 28, 2000 • Mayor Bergeson thanked residents for all the public input regarding the project. He asked that anyone present to speak limit their comments to new information. • • Council Member Dahl asked for those in opposition of the project to stand up. She also asked how many of them are residents of Lino Lakes and members of the church. Mr. Dennis Moravec, 1648 Holly Drive, came forward and stated the presentation has only included positive comments regarding the project. He stated he does not believe the project is positive for his neighborhood. The question is if the project is a good land use for the area. He stated it does not fit in with the neighborhood. The City's zoning ordinance has nine (9) standards that must be met to obtain a conditional use permit. He stated the project does not meet any of the standards. He noted that traffic is an issue and the project will not generate taxes for the City. The Zoning Board has already determined that the area will remain rural. Mr. Moravec continued stating the Environmental Board determined the size and use of the project is not compatible with the area. The building is a multi -use facility that will be used seven (7) days a week. He added the developer told the residents what they wanted to hear at the neighborhood meeting. He noted he does not want a day care in the area and the project is not harmonious to the neighborhood. Mr. Gerald Clausen, 6109 Baldwin Lake Road, stated he has lived in the City since 1952. The City has to put up with development. He referred to a newspaper article that raised questions about traffic, what a church should look like, the affect on the lake, and whether or not Council Members feel the project is an asset to the community. He stated the facility is a nice building and will be an asset to the community. He indicated he is in support of the project. Mr. Art Hawkins, 6102 Centerville Road, stated he was present at the public hearing in December 2000. He reviewed four (4) questions he has regarding the appropriateness of the project. He stated the advice of the previous Council should not be cast aside. Mr. Mike Wagner, liaison between the church and developer, came forward and distributed copies of eleven letters from families who support the project. Mr. Rob Rafferty, 1573 Merganser Court, came forward as a resident of the City. He noted he was not on the Planning and Zoning Board when this item was presented. He stated the plan has come along way. The City must keep in mind that development is vital and the focus needs to be on growth that is beneficial to the whole community. The City is also responsible to the environment. Taxpayers have built homes in that area. The project does not fit with the neighborhood. Ms. Amy Donlin, 6100 Centerville Road, stated she is a member of the Environmental Board. The Board did discuss this issue and had strong concerns regarding the septic system and the proximity to the lake. 9