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Minutes of the Meeting of June 24, 1999 Page 8 Mayor Ryan asked if a concrete slab had been poured for this shed. The City Engineer stated the applicant asked for a permit to place the slab six feet from the property line and the slab had been poured. Mr. Anderson stated they do need space for maintenance work and to assure service to all customers, such as after a storm. He noted the easement was recorded on the property deed but, if requested by the Council, they would deviate from their preference not to vacate. Councilmember Daniels asked the applicant if the shed could be made smaller from the rear so the slab would exist but not be encompassed by the building. Then a variance could be granted for the slab but not the building. Mr. Coughlin stated that would result in a 6 foot by 16 -foot building. Councilmember Daniels asked if the slab could be added to the other side and the shed shifted. Mr. Coughlin explained he had to dig 18 inches to 2 feet into the ground to place the shed, which disrupted his garden. Councilmember Daniels requested detailed plans so the Council can better understand the situation and what was being requested. The City Manager stated that information could be presented prior to second reading. Councilmember Rose asked if the City's WEB page included information relative to building permits and easements. The Administrative Assistant stated that information was contained on the WEB page. Councilmember Kolb suggested preparation of a list of questions to be asked by staff when residents call in for this type of information. The Community Development Director explained the difficulty in that it was not known what was present on the property until the survey was reviewed. He stated it would require too many questions to determine that issue over the telephone. The Community Development Director noted the methods the City has used to educate residents about this process and stated the best way was to have the resident come into the City Hall so those issues can be identified. Mr. Coughlin stated he was never asked to come into the City Hall to pick up the application or paperwork. He stated if addresses were required, residents would then be required to apply and pay for the required building permit. Councilmember Clark requested copies of the information provided to the public. The City Manager stated this would be provided. It was noted that thousands of shed permits were handled each year and only a small percentage result in problems. Mayor Ryan closed the public hearing at 8:34 P.M. A. First Reading - Ordinance No. 99 -1796, Adding Chapter 146J Action 99 -322 (Al 9.3A) Declared by Mayor Ryan that the reading be waived and Ordinance No. 99 -1796, "Vacation of Drainage and Utility Easement, Lot 8, Block 7, Donnay's Northwood, Vacation No. V99 -09," be introduced and placed on file for second reading at the July 8, 1999, Council meeting. PUBLIC HEARING — Vacation of Drainage and Utility Easement for Lot 5, Block 5, Donnay's Northwood 4th Addition, Vacation No. V99 -10 (Al 9.4) Mayor Ryan opened the public hearing at 8:35 P.M.