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RDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION-SEPTEMBER 21 2009 10 I C. Update on Erosion Correction Project on the Old City Hall Trail (continued) Mayor Harpstead indicated staff would need to come back with a proposal on the two tiered retaining wall before Council would approve the expense. Councilmember McClung noted he would be in favor of the retaining wall but expressed concern for pushing the water problems to the south and having this become and erosion concern in the future. He suggested this effect should be minimized. It was the consensus of the Council to direct staff to explore the parameters of putting a retaining wall on Mr. Nelson's property to address the erosion concerns. D. Shoreland Management Ordinance Worksession City Planner Beekman presented the City Council with a brief background on the Shoreland Management Ordinance. The Planning Commission had discussed this issue at two work session meetings along with the Shoreland Ordinance being discussed at a neighborhood meeting. She reviewed the potential changes under seven bullet points with the Council and asked for further comments. Councilmember Holmes questioned the meaning of the term Mayor Harpstead explained this was not a boat lift but rather a lift system used for handicap accessibility to the waterfront. He suggested that the quality of these lifts be regulated by the City to assure the public's safety. Councilmember Holden asked why the accessory structure was set at 120 square feet and felt this number was too high. City Planner Beekman stated this was the current City regulation and that all buildings less than 120 square feet did not require a building permit. Mayor Harpstead stated he would be in favor of storage bins or containers as opposed to structures or sheds. He suggested the sheds be smaller or that they be pushed back farther from the water. Mayor Harpstead added that he would not be in favor of the sheds having power. Discussion ensued regarding fences and landings..