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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 19, 1994 7 problem with erosion. At what point do we disregard the respect of others for our own benefits and say its up to you to protect your property, at what cost, so that I can have fun. Address issues of good neighbors, tolerance and respect. Bill Stevenson, 8895 Jane Rd. N., reinforced Marilyn Kennedy's comments about rules of decency and good behavior. These people that are violating most of the rules of the lake know they are violating them. Where is the enforcement of these regulations? Debbie Dean, 8028 Hill Trail N., stated if you put more restrictions on the lake is that going to help it or hurt the people that do abide by the laws. Obviously, they do have a problem with a few people on the lake that are not following the laws. This is a question of enforcement. Dean voiced her objection to prohibiting swimming lessons. Joe Kiesling indicated the ordinance is fine, but what we need to do is develop enforcement. Ann Scovill explained the DNR already has regulations on rafts --you have to have a permit number and lights or reflectors on rafts. Maybe, we should consider changing the hours according to state law. The 100' from shoreline regulation should be looked at again because the verbiage may be more restrictive than the original intent of the committee. Lois DeLong stated they are using Olson Lake as a holding pond for Oakdale's drainage ditches and ponds. Another Oakdale development has scheduled runoff into Olson Lake. The level of Olson Lake is higher than Lake Jane. We didn't get relief for lowering the lake that was promised from the VBWD plan We might not be able to have water-skiing on Lake Olson because the lake is so high. Mayor John closed the public hearing at 9:12 p.m. Council member Conlin indicated she received telephone calls with the same concerns that were expressed tonight. The committee recommended that all lake residences receive a copy of the new ordinance, but asked how do we ensure these homeowners receive the regs covered by the DNR. Councilman Mottaz would like to see addressed the speed of automobiles, racing, on the lake in the winter. Attorney Filla stated even if there is a budget for the Sheriff's to patrol, the number of hours and lakes is such that effective law enforcement has to have input from lakeshore owners. The process is to file a complaint, a citation would-be issued, if the matter has to go to trial, you have to testify. A directive or memo from the city explaining the process is appropriate.