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Mounds View Planning Commission May 17, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 25 identified in the previous studies, and more time to understand the studies, identify the common elements, move ahead with prioritizing, and ultimately, formulate an action plan that the City can take to accomplish those objectives. He indicated the first Steering Committee meeting has been scheduled for May 23rd, at 7:00 p.m., in Council Chambers. Community Development Director Jopke advised that the purpose of the Steering Committee meeting would be to introduce the Committee to the subject with a brief overview of the previous studies and other factors. He stated they would attempt to incorporate information pertaining to the safety recommendations that were developed by the Public Works Director and the Chief of Police, in response to the Council’s direction, following the tragedy that occurred on Highway 10. He added that they would have a presentation by Bill Morrish from the Design Center to discuss the North Metro I-35W Corridor Coalition, in terms of what impact that might have on the future reconstruction of Highway 10, as well as the possibilities for arterial roadways. He explained that the Design Center has examined the entire issue of livable communities and livable roads. He indicated the remaining items on the agenda would be discussion regarding the decision making process, and a timetable for developing the action plan. He stated it was hoped that this meeting would be televised. Planning Associate Ericson stated at the previous City Council meeting, the Council approved a resolution to overrule the Planning Commission with regard to the variance application of the property owners at 8438 Groveland Road, who had requested an 8-foot fence in the front yard of their property. He indicated staff had considered preparing an emergency ordinance creating a means to allow for taller fences under certain circumstances, as well as identifying a way this could be done through an interim or conditional use permit. He explained that staff was moving forward in revising the manner in which fences in general are examined. He advised that the Council voted to approve the resolution that overturned the Planning Commission’s decision, as they felt the applicant had experienced sufficient hardship. Planning Associate Ericson stated the Annual Spring Clean Up Day would be held the following Saturday, May 20th. He advised that property owners could bring the items they would like to dispose of to the Public Works garage, located at 2466 Bronson Drive. He stated there is a fee for this service, which is subsidized through a grant from Ramsey County, and therefore, it is an inexpensive way to dispose of unwanted materials. He indicated certain items could not be accepted, and further information regarding this has been specified in the Mounds View Matters, which has been provided to all residents of the City. He encouraged property owners with items for disposal to utilize this service. Chairperson Peterson stated he believed residents were allowed free disposal of one freon appliance, and two car tires. Planning Associate Ericson stated each household was allowed free disposal of two appliances, with or without freon, two car batteries, and eight car tires.