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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 02, 2013 Page 6 of 7 sites that are planned to receive city services, and therefore no development will be allowed until those services are provided. Council Member Smith inquired about the number of un-sewered households. She is concerned about overshooting 24,000 target. Mr. Zuleger noted that the City plans on reducing the number to 20,000 and extending the target date to 2040. As soon as the Village Plan is approved by Met Council, those types of negotiations are planned to be started. Council Member Smith asked to be part of those negotiations. Mayor Pearson said he would insist she be included. Council Member Nelson asked about 100’ buffer. It was noted that it is in conflict with the Village Plan that was recently adopted. Mr. Klatt explained that this is specifically for I-94 and when the Village Plan is brought back, those types of changes should be made. Amending the proposed plan to allow manufacturing was discussed. Council Member Nelson expressed his desire for the addition of heavy manufacturing in order to be flexible. Mr. Klatt said that the issue can be addressed at a later point through zoning regulations to allow this in the future if desired. The Conditional Use classification was also discussed. It was noted that certain heavy manufacturing uses often poses potential nuisance issues, such as heat, glare, odor, noise, etc. Council Member Smith stated she recalls that the number of jobs was considered when manufacturing was discussed, i.e. businesses involving large machinery versus high number of workers. This may have to change with the advancement of technology. Council Member Nelson reiterated his desire to be friendly to businesses and not be overly restrictive without knowing what the next manufacturing development may include. MOTION: Council Member Smith moved TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2013-025, ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE LAKE ELMO 2030 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. Seconded by Council Member Bloyer. MOTION PASSED 4-0. SUMMARY REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Council Member Bloyer reported stopping and speak to neighbors phone calls with residents. Wants the community to remember to be grateful for living in Lake Elmo. He hopes that future discussions are positive. Mayor Pearson reported meeting with Mr. Griffin, Mr. Zuleger, Mr. Johnson, and Mr. Klatt to discuss obtaining funding for the crosswalk on Highway 5. Council Member Smith – Lake Elmo Days committee has begun meeting to plan event. Scheduled Wheelhouse for Saturday; Ken Wanovich will be playing during the day. Event will include Battle of the Bands. September 6 & 7th. Always looking for volunteers. Explained the membership of the group; Commended Clerk Bell on the minutes - best minutes in 8 years. They were clear and concise; Also gave kudos to Alyssa McLeod for newsletter. Best newsletter she’s ever seen. Thanked staff for hard work.