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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 16, 2013 <br /> <br />Page 9 of 12 <br /> <br />Susan Hawkinson opposes changes. She questions the purpose given of expanding enjoyment of lakes. She wants younger people to learn about all uses, including quiet use. She spoke about her daughter training for triathlon. Wake creation has impact on her training. <br />Justin Smith opposes changes. He wants rules to remain as is. Wants all lakes to be the same for enforcement purposes, but doesn’t want changes. Stated he will use Lake Jane earlier. <br />Jeff Berg opposes changes. He spoke about environmental concerns. He offered “scientific” data on the effect of motorized activity on lake vegetation. He claimed literature shows that decrease in water clarity leads to decrease in property values as well as increase in invasive species. <br />Brenda Jo Carlson in favor of changes. She asked Council to remove restrictions and follow the state rules. She feels that the restrictions are unfair to home owners. Does not want tax dollars used to police the lake. <br />Dave Carlson in favor of changes. He has spoke to issue in past. He is a board member of Olson/Demontreville group. Feels ordinances penalize homeowners. If we have regulation, it should be enforced. It currently is not being enforced. <br />Karen Slakey in favor of changes. She believes use of lakes to full potential is important. He is asking City to lift restrictions and follow MnDNR standards. Current restrictions have only caused strife with neighbors. There needs to be uniform and consistent enforcement. She believes residents are unfairly punished under current enforcement. <br />Sharon Engdahl opposes changes. She is pleased with residents’ passion and that Lake Elmo remaining as is. Claims it’s a matter of sharing the lakes. She believes bringing issue up creates disrespect for everyone and asked that issue never be brought up again. She wants Council to consider health and well being of everyone. <br />Amy Gustafson opposes changes. Stated he does not own a boat. Stated she would not use any power tools if she had her way. She spoke about enforcement and multi-disabled sister who loves swimming. Claimed that nature is a need, not a want. <br />Bryan Boyle opposes changes. As new resident, considered restrictions in moving to Lake Elmo. <br />Gail Olson opposes changes. She had sent letter to City opposing. Appreciates proposed amendment to initial changes proposed. Stated that even the DNR has restrictions. Reported that there is a claim that parks, and therefore quiet lakes, are good for health. The 150’ wake buffer was discussed. It was explained that it only applies to personal watercraft. DNR review was also discussed. If nothing changes, there will be no DNR review.