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Elk River City Council Minutes March 15. 1999 Page 3 e 5. Open Mike No one appeared for open mike. 6.1. Reauest by Art Peterson for Preliminary & Final Plat Approval (Star Liaht Estates) , Public Hearinq, Case No. P 99-3 Planning Assistant Scott Harlicker indicated that Art Peterson is requesting Preliminary and Final Plat approval for the plat of Star Light Estates. Scott explained that the applicant is proposing to plat 16.29 acres into one residential lot of 2.5 acres and one outlot of 13.35 acres. Scott Harlicker reviewed the staff report on this issue. He stated that the Park and Recreation Commission will address park dedication fees at the time the outlot is developed. No fees are currently due, as a house currently exists on the platted property. Scott further indicated that the St. Louis Park Gun Club abuts the applicant's property on the north, and has expressed concern about the impact of the proposed plat. Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing. Vie Arshamble - President of the St. Louis Park Gun Club, noted the Gun Club's concerns regarding the vicinity of the outlot. He stated that when the outlot is developed, the range would be less than 500 feet from the developed outlot which would put the Gun Club out of compliance with the firearms ordinance. Mr. Arshamble stated that the gun club does not want to relocate the trap shoot area because the only place to relocate would be onto a preserved prairie. e Discussion was held regarding the impact the proposed plat would have on the st. Louis Park Gun Club. It was noted that the Gun Club has been in existence for many years, and has been a good neighbor. The Council discussed the consequences of developing the outlot. The question arose as to whether the gun club would be out of compliance or whether the city should prohibit development until compliance is met. Counsel Beck indicated that there would be a conflict with the firearms ordinance, however, a decision would be made at the time a development proposal is brought forward. George Zabee indicated that the issue should be dealt with prior to the sale of the outlot. Mr. Zabee suggested that the Attorney research the possibility of grandfathering the Gun Club, and the possibility of a variance for the Gun Club. Cliff Lundberg indicated that the Gun Club is an Elk River facility. He stated that the only way to resolve the issue is to revise the firearms ordinance. Discussion was held regarding the possibility of the Gun Club purchasing land from Mr. Peterson. Mr. Peterson indicated that he is not in a position to sell at this time, however, it could be a possibility in the future. Discussion was held as to whether the intent of the firearms ordinance is to deal with plats or lots. Also discussed was the issue of whose responsibility it is to provide the 500 foot buffer, the property owner or the gun club. e Mayor Klinzing left the public hearing open to allow for public comment when this issue is brought back to the council.