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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 3, 1993 3. CLAIMS On claim #1856 Composting Concepts, Councilman Johnson had a question if screening was included in turning of the compost pile which was delayed from last year because of the wet conditions. M/S/C Johnston/Conlin - to approve the August 3, 1993 claims #1838 through #1857 as presented. (Motion carried 5-0). 4. PUBLIC INQUIRIES --INFORMATIONAL A. Public Inquiries Bob Helwig, 8247 27th St., asked what the procedures and time frame are to change the Lake Elmo Comprehensive Plan? What is the status including the future time frame for a comprehensive plan amendment for Outlot A in Lake Elmo Heights. The city staff will notify Mr. Helwig of the meeting date with the Metropolitan Council. John Conrad, 3812 Jamaca Avenue N., asked if NSP has the right to go beyond that 4' wide utility easement on the west side of Jamaca for the purpose of trimming trees? The Council directed the engineer to meet with a responsible NSP representative to review policies on tree trimming and clearances for wires. Jim McLeod, 2543 Lake Elmo Ave., explained about a year ago United Properties came to the city and said they had an unknown developer that wanted to build a $30-50 million complex on their property along 1-94. After the initial contact, we were told that Lake Elmo was the choice site. We now know that State Farm has taken an option on property in Woodbury. Has the City Council ever said to United Properties we will provide sewer and water to the site and this is how we proposed to do it and pay for it. If not, why not.? He would like to see some positive action taken and stated to United Properties, if this is still State Farm's first choice we're prepared to get sewer and water to them somehow. If Woodbury can get utilities to them, Lake Elmo certainly should be able to get it. Mayor John explained the city has been actively involved with Oakdale to provide sewer to the western edge of United Properties. The representative of United Properties is well aware of that. The Council has offered a joint powers agreement with Oakdale to develop sewer, but have not yet reached an agreement. John was not so sure that Lake Elmo was the first choice. Gloria Knoblauch, 9181 31st St. N., would like to see a street light on Laverne Avenue and Highway 5 because when there are city council meetings you cannot find the street. Knoblauch also asked consideration for a stop and go light on Lake Elmo Avenue and Highway 5 because it is a very dangerous intersection.