01-11-2006 Special City Council Minutes

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City Council Meeting January 11, 2006 Page 3 --------------------------- Association. Ms. Knudson summarized the main concerns of the groups she represented. The following concerns were discussed: • Existing ordinance does not address asphalt plants • The use is not compatible with surrounding properties • Application does not provide adequate conditions • The use does not fit in with the rural character of the area • The application fails to provide a forest management plan • There are health and safety impacts from the use • Traffic generated from the use will be a safety factor— Information was provided on traffic counts • Ground water contamination • Odor • Proposed use is industrial in nature • Economic Impact • Affect on the Paul Bunyan Trail • Environmental Impact • Shoreland Impact Ms. Knudson indicated that the Planning Commission reviewed the application and denied the application based on findings from the City's ordinance and comp plan. Mayor Malecha opened the public hearing. Don Kremer, East Twin Lake resident, noted his concerns regarding noise, odor, traffic and that no berm for East Twin Lake has been discussed. Helen Gancisei, East Twin Lake resident, indicated she was opposed to the request. Jeff DeVries, 28478, Mayo Hills Road, questioned who actually holds the title to the land. He noted that there are 1,396 acres of land in Cass County that would be more suitable for this type of operation. John Hay, resident of West Twin Lake, informed the Council that based on the information received, he felt the Council has the ability to deny the request. He also spoke to the economic impact and traffic safety issues. Tom Adams, Planning and Zoning Commission, stated that the Planning Commission's findings are tied to the City's ordinances. Tom Adams also referred to the following excerpts from the City's `., Comprehensive Plan: