02-24-1992 CC MIN - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

City Council Minutes February 24, 1992 Page 4 -------------------- . should be considered for vacation, as lhe right-of-way is not needed and it is in the best interest of the City to approve the vacation of this right-of-way. She further indicated that staff feels that due to the proposed realignment of Orono Road and the temporary street connection through the City Hall plat, the existing right-of-way for Orono Road is not needed. Janelle Szklarski indicated that the city Council gave preliminary plat approval to the Replat #1 Gospodor's Otono Lake Addition at the January 27, 1991, City Council meeting. She indicated that staff is recommending approval of the final plat at this time with five stipulations. Mayor Tralle opened the public hearing. The following public comments were made: Jack Klein, 1808 Main Street, indicated that he is in favor of the use of the land for a City Hall/Police Station facility site. He further indicated that he also in favor of preserving the lakeshore and he feels the proposed City project would preserve the lakeshore. Mr. Klein further noted that the City should consider the future community center building and be sure that the building will be located further than 100 feet from the lakeshore. . Joe Berglove, 18860 Concord, indicated his approval for the City Hall and community center in the location, hut questioned ,why the City could not move the facility further away from the lakeshore. He indicated that the building could be redesigned to allow for more lakeshore use by the public. Paul Bell, 18270 Fresno, requested that the City consider moving the City facility away from the lakeshore and to move the road away from the homes. Jeff Lundeen indicated that he is not a current resident of the City of Elk River; however, he is considering the purchase of a home in the City. He questioned how wide Orono Road will be when completed. He further questioned whether there would be a bike trail and walking trail and what type of traffic is expected in the area. Larry Hickman, 12888 187th Circle NW, stated he would like to see more emphasis on parks. He further indicated he feels the community center is needed more than a City Hall. He requested whether the proposed facilities could be redesigned so more lakeshore can be preserved. . Dan Nicholson, 19732 Polk Street, indicated that once the City purchases the property, the land will be taken off the tax roles. He further indicated that the building should be moved back from the lakeshore and a long term vision should be sought to allow the community direct access to the lake for park and recreational purposes. Dan Kol1es, 18299 Concord Street, questioned the traffic pattern once the facili ties are complete and how the children would be able to