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LARE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MEETINCT, MAY 69 1980 -3- MIDLAND MEADOWS: Mottaz moved, seconded by Armstrong to adopt Resolutidr} 80-24, 1 j to extend the Preliminary Plat for Midland Meadows for one year,—Motiiin carried 5-0. MSA FEASIBILITY: Ehgineer Bohrer explained the proposed improvement, the cost, and methods of payment. Mayor Armstrong stated that no decision has been made and explained how the City decided on this area and what MA funds are available, Lake E"lmo's share of the project is $109200. Audience: Maynard Wier submitted a letter from his parents, Frank and Myrtle Eder, opposing the improvement. Mr. Eder opposed the sacrifice of prime ag land, the cost to his family and said the the blacktopping will encourage ad— ditional speeding alond the road. He encouraged the Council to develop a street plan for the City before improving these streets. Iie is opposed to the curved corners and recommended they remain 90e with stop signs at each corner to deter speeding. Engineer Bohrer stated that, since there are no intersections planned along this section of road, curved corners are required by State regulations. The City also received a letter of opposition from John Bercbens. Mrs. Berchens expressed concern about access to their farm fields. She was under the impression farm equipment could, not travel on blacktopped roads. Engineer. Bohrer did not think there was any restrictions unless the equipment had accessories that would dig into the pavement. Primary concerns were the 66 ft. right—of—way, square corners, and the assessment. It was suggested that the Northwestern Bell right--of—way might be used for the .road, Mayor Armstrong closed the hearing at 8:50 p.m. I3igineer Bohrer will. take these concerns under advisement and the Council will discuss his recommendations at the next meeting. A decision will be made within 30 days, STEVEN LARSON. Variance request for lot area, shoreland less than 1001, and 2 drainfield sites. Mr. Larson purchased a lot at 8181 Hill Trail N. on September 7, 1979. Under the new Ordinance the above variances are necessary in order for him to obtain a building permit. The lot is 200000 sq. ft. He stated, that before purchasing the lot he had the Building Inspector .review the parcel and submitted a pare test as requested. Under the ordinances at that time the Building Inspector indicated the lot was buildable, the pert test was good and the area for septic was adequate. On this information, the Larson`s purchased the lot. Be was unaware of any change in the ordinances. They have submitted their plan to Valley Branch Watershed District, and they foresee no problems within the flood plain. The Ehgi.neer said the lot can provide 1,5 of the required two drainfield sites. Audience: S. Butzer — understood 'this lot was unbuildable. He stated problems exist with septic in this area and questions if this will not add to them. He advised the City to recheck the perc hold Mr. Larson used, as there was standing water there this spring. He also questioned the location of the well. The site plan indicated the well falls within the requirements of the ordinance.