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now removed a portion of her deck to fit the pool in her backyard. She stated that t, <br /> her dealings with City staff were not favorable and informed the Council she was <br /> not happy with the draft Ordinance #4. <br /> Mayor Wilharber encouraged Ms. Whittet to address the Council Members on <br /> these issues as well as Staff to gain additional information and to not feel shot <br /> down from the City. He noted he is always willing to talk with residents on <br /> Zoning Code issues and to discuss items in detail. <br /> Greg Sievert, 7254 Mill Road, noted he had concern with the limitation on size of <br /> accessory structures. He noted the City is now limiting what can be done on <br /> private property but some lots within the City are not in compliance. Mr. Sievert <br /> explained he would like to put up an accessory structure to house his recreational <br /> vehicles to eliminate the eyesores of outside storage, but he would exceed the 2% <br /> mandate. <br /> Mr. Sievert indicated he has lived in the City for eleven (11) years and would like <br /> to maintain his residence. He noted it was only fair for the public to ask for <br /> accessory structures and not be told within the Ordinance what they can and can <br /> not do with their property. <br /> Mr. Sievert noted numerous residents would not even try to test the limits of the <br /> City and may stop trying to improve their property. He encouraged the City to <br /> keep the Ordinance friendly to encourage residents to approach the City. <br /> Council Member Broussard Vickers asked for an alternative to the 2% minimum. <br /> Mr. Sievert stated he is more in favor of the current Ordinance than the past but <br /> would like to see the percentage raised. Council Member Nelson concurred that <br /> this Ordinance is trying to make things fair for all residents of the City. <br /> Charles Patraw, 1829 Prairie Drive, noted he stopped in last eek to discuss the <br /> Ordinance with Mr. March. He explained he has lived in this for six (6) <br /> years and asked if a Light could be added at Main Street and . Mr. Patraw <br /> noted this is a high traffic area with high speeds, numerous accidents and injuries. <br /> He indicated the City is getting bigger and has additional traffic. <br /> Council Member Travis noted Mr. Olson, the County Engineer, was presented <br /> with this issue last fall and noted County Commissioner Langfeld would be <br /> addressing MnDOT on this issue. Mayor Wilharber stated this intersection is in <br /> the City of Lino Lakes and he has talked to the Mayor in this City regarding the <br /> speed and safety at this intersection. <br /> Mr. Patraw noted he would like to start a petition for this stoplight to gain <br /> awareness and safety within the City of Centerville. Mayor Wilharber stated this <br /> would be left to MnDOT but he could present the Council with a petition for a <br /> light from the residents of Centerville. <br /> Mr. Sievert asked if a feasibility study was given to Anoka County and the DNR <br /> as to the projected road use. Council Member Sweeney noted the City has higher <br /> numbers than projected at this time and traffic will only continue to increase over <br /> 2 <br />