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City Council Minutes Page 3 <br /> November 21,2016 <br /> ----------------------------- <br /> 6.1 City of Elk River Volunteer of the Month - Mayor Dietz <br /> Mayor Dietz introduced, read, and presented a plaque to Katie Shatusky,Volunteer <br /> of the Month for November. He noted the following volunteering accomplishments: <br /> • Elk River Boys and Girls Club remodel project (Beneficial Finance Company <br /> event) <br /> • St. Paul Boys and Girls Club remodel project (HSBC Company event) <br /> • Junior Achievement classroom volunteer <br /> • Big Brothers Big Sisters "Big Sister" <br /> • ISD #728 Curriculum Educational Program Advisory Board <br /> • Thumbs Up High 5K (non-profit) <br /> 6.2 Manufacturing Video <br /> The Councilviewed a portion of the Student to Career Manufacturing video. <br /> 7.1. Setback Variance: Michael & Rosie Reger— 19538 Albany Street NW <br /> Mr. Leesberg presented the staff report. <br /> Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing. <br /> Rosie and Mike Reger, 19538 Albany Street NW—stated they are requesting a side <br /> yard setback variance for a deck. <br /> There being no one else to speak to this issue,Mayor Dietz closed the public <br /> hearing. <br /> Councilmember Westgaard explained these types of requests are tough because the <br /> homeowner isn't always aware of setback requirements. He noted in this case there is <br /> an alternative presented and although it may not be ideal, he is leaning towards <br /> denying this request so as to not impact neighbors or set a precedent for this type of <br /> request. <br /> Mayor Dietz concurred adding it is important to maintain setbacks due to the <br /> potential impact of neighboring houses. <br /> Councilmember Westgaard also concurred the variance request could have a huge <br /> impact on the neighboring property. <br /> Attorney Beck stated Council should direct staff to prepare a Resolution of Denial <br /> and bring it back for formal adoption. <br /> UREJ <br />