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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, May 18, 2009 Page 21 Mayor Klausing refocused discussion on the request before the City Council as the asphalt plant itself was a permitted use in this industrial zoning district. Mayor Klausing suggested that, at the Council's preference, a future discussion of permitted uses under City Code may be appropriate. Councilmember Pust observed that the asphalt plant itself could not operate with- out outside storage of aggregate materials. Councilmember Johnson requested additional information pertaining to equip- ment and aggregate materials stored on site and assurances that the materials were not contaminating the ground. Mr. Peterson advised that the areas for outdoor storage would be paved; that a stormwater management plan was required and being prepared, including a spill prevention plan for containing and reporting any potential spills; with holding tanks in place for liquid asphalt and fuels for equipment, and would be within a concrete containment area. Mr. Trudgeon provided a map outlining the areas for various areas of the plant and outdoor storage. Councilmember Ihlan noted and concurred with the comments expressed by Plan- ning Commissioner Joe Wozniak in their meeting minutes related to not being able to separate the asphalt plant and outdoor storage issues. Councilmember Ih- lan opined that the City Council should provide notice to an extended area before making a decision to approve a permanent asphalt plant; and that additional study of how far the smoke and odors may travel was indicated. Councilmember Pust, while not disagreeing with Councilmember Ihlan, sought additional information from the applicant regarding impervious coverage (not limited to 30% in an industrial area); and how the applicant had addressed poten- tially existing soil contaminants. Mr. Peterson advised that the company was in the process of purchasing the prop- erty at this time, and that soil borings were part of their due diligence in assessing the environmental status of the property, what and if any contaminants were ap- parent, and how they could be dealt with. Mr. Peterson advised that, if they were not satisfied with the environmental review, they would not purchase the prop- erty. Mr. Peterson noted that another condition of purchase was proper approvals by the City Council for the outdoor storage. Mayor Klausing expressed frustration with the "constantly shifting target of ade- quate notice areas" for staff to follow and the City Council to consider, seemingly based on how controversial a project or use is perceived to be. Mayor Klausing expressed his interest in informing the community; however, he noted the need to