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Elk River City Council Minutes August 21, 1995 Page 8 e Bob Minton, Planning Commission Representative, indicated that the Planning Commission is in favor of Perkins operating on a 24 hour basis, but questioned whether this should be reviewed in six months. Bob Minton also indicated that the Planning Commission felt that the flag was a means of advertising and therefore felt that the height of 35 feet, which is consistent with signage in the C3 zoning district, was appropriate. Mike Kedrowski, 18837 Dodge Street, expressed his concerns regarding the location of the driveway and the headlights shining directly into his home. Councilmember Holmgren suggested that the City Council review Mr. Kedrowski's concerns after Perkins has been in operation. City Engineer Terry Maurer indicated he would be presenting a proposal to the Council in the near future to realign Mr. Kedrowski's driveway and that he would be proposing a turn-around in the driveway by Mr. Kedrowski's garage. Eleanor Todahl, 280 Evans Avenue, indicated she is in favor of Perkins operating 24 hours as it would be an asset to the city. Mayor Duitsman indicated that he felt screening should be provided by the developer and further indicated he felt additional plantings should be provided across the street. Mayor Duitsman also stated that he was in favor of Perkins operating 24 hours a day and of the 35 foot flag pole. e Earl Hohlen indicated he concurred with the Mayor. There being no further comments. Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing. Councilmember Holmgren stated that he also concurred with Mayor Duitsman. Council member Farber concurred with the Mayor regarding the 24 hours and additional screening. Council member Farber stated that he was in favor of a 50 foot flag pole rather than a 35 foot flag pole. He stated that a 35 foot flag pole would be more obtrusive to the neighbors than a longer flag pole. Council member Scheel indicated that she visited the area and noted that the traffic in the area at this time is very busy. She suggested installing speed bumps to slow the traffic down as it exits Perkins' parking lot. She further indicated she had a concern regarding the height; of the flag pole and with Perkins operating 24 hours because the neighbors also have an investment in their property. Council member Dietz indicated that Perkins Restaurant has made many improvements in their attempt to work with the city and the property owners. He further indicated he felt Perkins should be aliowed to be open as a 24 hour facility. Councilmember Dietz concurred with the Planning Commission regarding the height of the flog pole at 35 feet. He suggested that Perkins should work with the neighbors across the street to screen the property. e COUNCILMEM8ER SCHEEL MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR DAN SMITH TO CONSTRUCT A 4,415 SQUARE FOOT RESTAURANT FACILITY WITHIN THE