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AMEN D ED/APPROVED: 01 /03/06 proposed System Statement. One is a growth area map that shows the City what is expected for regional sewer. The second thing to object to was the area not to be sewered and the designation as diversified rural (essentially urban reserve as defined by the Regional Development Framework). That designation means much of the City would be shut down for cluster developments. The third item was the park and ride at I-94 and Keats. The Planner said in 2003, there was serious debate over the Park and Ride issue and the Council was opposed to it. Almost sixty days ago the City objected to it. The Planner said that last week we received a letter from Metropolitan Council that a hearing would be established for review of those protested items. This year five cities objected to the System Statement and nobody has ever requested a hearing in the past. The hearing is scheduled for Friday, December 30, 2005. The clock runs out on the 60 days on December 31, 2005. December 23 we have to have specified proposed amendments to the System Statement submitted to the Metropolitan Council. December 27, next Tuesday, we have to have the complete description, pre -hearing memorandum submitted. We have to have it all in on Thursday of this week because of the holiday. The Planner asked if Metropolitan Council could hold off and wait until the Comprehensive Plan was done. They cannot. Therefore the protest is necessary and timely. The Planner explained the nuances of the three items in contention. The City Attorney has not yet reviewed all of the material. The letter from Metropolitan Council appears rather formal and the Planner thinks the hearing will be formal. The City Attorney said he would attend the hearing with the Planner. The Mayor said he is supportive of the spirit and specifies as drafted by the Planner. The Planner asked for direction. The Mayor said it is in good hands, and it looks like the direction the Council wishes to go. Councilmember Johnson said she thinks the Planner and Attorney can manage it. Councilmember DeLapp said what was drafted is more than could be expected given all the time constraints. He said it should be noted that the City Council is submitting this and they have had zero time to review it, and this is not fair. Councilmember DeLapp said our Planning Commission did not even get to see it. The City Attorney recommended a motion or a resolution of concerns. M/S/P, Johnston/DeLapp, To draft and adopt a resolution of concerns, particularly noting the timing of the hearing, the time of year, inadequate time to review, and supportive of the position reflected in the letter written by the City Planner. VOTE: 4:0. The Planner reminded the Council that they postponed the Comprehensive Plan Amendment scheduled for tonight. Packets are available tonight for extensive review prior to their next meeting. 12. City Council Reports Mayor Johnston thanked the council and staff for their dedication throughout the year. Councilmember Johnson wished everyone a happy holiday season and happy new year. Lake Elmo City Council Meeting Minutes of December 20, 2005 8