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Mounds View City Council September 9, 1985 Regular Meeting Page Three water pressure not being adequate. He reported that it met acceptable levels, and the problems appear to be from inside the homes. Stan Serwa, 5279 O'Connell Drive, stated he did not like the way the testing was done as he did not feel it was done at the right time of day, when use was heaviest. He also stated he was concerned whether the owner would keep the car wash neat. Councilmember Hankner explained those are all conditions that will go with the property, and if it is sold, those conditions will carry over. Attorney Meyers advised that the CUP could be recorded with the County, to become a permanent record on the property. He also suggested the Council consider adding to the development agreement that if the business is vacant for one year, the building be torn down. Mr. Baxley, 5250 Jeffrey Drive, stated he felt the attendent would be a problem, and would encourage youths to hang out at the car wash. He also said he was concerned with the sand and water going into the sewer system and possibly plugging it up. He stated the City of Minneapolis requires two holding tanks for a building that size. Mr. Brunn replied they have planned for 8 sand trap settling tanks, one for each bay, which exceeds what the City of Minneapolis requires. he reviewed the process by which the sand traps work, and drew a diagram to illustrate them. He added they will be pumped out as often as needed. He also explained the attendent would be there to handle problems, not create them. Councilmember Hankner stated she has some areas of concern regarding this development, and it would be difficult for her to vote at this time. Mike Rich, who stated he was working for Mr. Richardson, stated they have been before the Planning Commission, met with Staff, reviewed the requirements of the City, and the Planning Commission has reviewed the proposal and recommended approval. He explained frustration at any further delay in acting on the proposal, pointing out that the property is properly zoned, and the questions that are being raised now are related to management and operation, and they will abide by the City rules and follow the building code. Councilmember Hankner stated she was concerned with the holding tanks and would like an opportunity to check into it and find out the impact of the waste on the sewer system.