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Page 5 • preventative measures, staff feels adequately addresses these additional concerns. Northern Con-Agg already has a DNR water appropriation permit, a storm water permit from MPCA, has registered their above ground fuel tanks with MPCA, and has an appropriate emergency spill response plan. Additionally, they will be providing an adequate dike around their above ground fuel tanks in the summer of 1995. Lastly, they will have a boom available on site to contain a spill if and when they mine below water levels. MAINTENANCE OF SECURITY/SCREENING Northern Con-Agg is proposing to use berms and signings every 100 feet to warn the public of the inherent danger of the active area of this site. These berms are proposed to be a minimum of 4 feet in height, with higher berms being used when they are adjacent to roadways. RECOMMENDATIONS With appropriate conditions placed on this operation, staff feels this request • can meet the seven standards for approving a conditional use permit. Therefore, we recommend approval of a conditional use permit for mineral excavation for Northern Con-Agg under the following findings and with the following conditions: Findings 1. That the conditions placed on the operation adequately protect adjacent neighborhoods and the City from detrimental affects from the operation due to excessive traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare, odor, dust, or vibration. 2. That the operation will not result in a loss of natural, scenic, or historic features of major importance. 3. That the proposal is consistent with the City of Elk River's comprehensive plan, mineral excavation ordinance, zoning ordinance, and Environmental Impact Statement on mineral excavation. 4. That the conditions placed on the operation require it to comply with all appropriate City, State, and Federal requirements. IP s:planning:pc:95-04