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Mr. Gardner then presented an application for a Special Use Permit from Mr. Lanny Boyer and the Planning Commission's findings and recommendations, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit "B". Mr. Gardner indicated no one appeared at the Planning Commission meeting on Mr. Boyer's behalf and no one was present at these proceedings representing Mr. Boyer's interests. Mr. Gardner stated that the Planning Commission once again reviewed this matter which has been ongoing for nine (9) months following findings. by the Zoning Administrator that lead to citations. Following significant discussion and upon motion duly made (Birkebak) and seconded (Kunin), the Application from Boyer was unanimously denied based upon the following which is included as part of the motion: 1) Item I.B. of Attachment to the Application requests limited open storage of "junk" (non -operable) vehicles requiring major repairs to make them operable as defined in Ordinance No. 43 which is in direct violation of Ordinance. No. 43, Section 14.3(2); and, 2) Item IV. B. Would allow use of the property as an Open Sales Lot which requires a separate Special Use Permit in accordance with Ordinance No. 43, Sections 19.3 (1)(d; 2c);;and, 3) enforcement and inspection costs of the temporary storage of non -operable vehicles would exceed the scope and ability of the City's staff and budget. As a result of the action, the City Prosecutor is to be advised that Boyer shall be notified of the Council's decision. Further, the Prosecutor shall proceed with prosecution of violations of Ordinance No, 43 previously initiated. Discussion of the continuing development of the Comprehensive Municipal Plan followed with no action taken.. Mr. Birkebak thenreported on the activities of the Contract Law Enforcement. Group noting significant increases in budget to Gem Lake as the direct result of calls for service. Mr. Magnuson indicated that analysis by the City Clerk indicates a high percentage of calls for service are VIN checks by motorcycle and auto dealers and that a method of charging for this service which has commercial benefits must be developed. As these types of business are also high profile targets for theft, many alarms are also a part of the calls for service. A copy of the proposed budget shall be retained in the Police files of the City Clerk. Mr. Magnuson then presented a letter from Mr. Wynne of Wynne's Rubbish & Recycling related to rate changes for curbside recycling. Citing significant increases in regulations and costs which include paying to dispose of newsprint, Wynne asks fora rate change to $210 monthly. A copy of the letter is to be retained in the Wynne's file. Mr. Magnuson then reported on the transfer of cable TV ownership to US West with no action taken. Mr. Magnuson then requested that the City Council set a Public Hearing to be held on 17 June 1996 for roadway improvements on Big Fox Road, Little Fox Lane, Tessier Road and Haven. Lane and assessments related thereto. The date was unanimously approved. Mr. Magnuson then presented Ramsey County Public Works' request for tree trimming at Goose Lake Road & Haven Lane southbound, County Road E and. Big Fox. Road southbound, and Goose Lake Road and Tessier Road southbound. Mr. Magnuson indicated that a professional tree trimming service should be engaged to provide the work. Mr. Magnuson then reported on speed management on Otter Lake, Goose Lake and Scheuneman Roads with no action taken. After discussion and upon motion duly made (Nielsen) and seconded (Kunin), acquisition of Ayde tax forfeited lands in the amount of $1,082,80 was unanimously approved.