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Elk River Planning Commission Minutes February 23, 1993 Page 2 . anticipating approximately 15-20 vendors and plans to open May 1, 1993, through the end of October, 1993. They would use approximately 32 of the 74 available parking stalls and traffic could flow around 3 sides of the area. Ms. Schmitz indicated the location of a Farmers Market in this parking lot could lead to possible interference with the parking needs of adjoining businesses. In a 1991 downtown traffic study done by staff, Friday afternoons appeared to be the most active. Also, Elk River Meats has a slaughter day every other Monday. Staff recommended Mr. Kennedy coordinate with the downtown businesses. Ms. Schmitz recommended the conditional use permit contain the necessary language to ensure the site is cleaned after each day of use. Chairman Minton opened the public hearing. Mr. Kennedy, 10205-201st Avenue NW, Elk River, stated the Farmers Market would like some flexibility as to the site location and the day of week. Ms. Schmitz replied staff understands the request for some flexibility if Mr. Kennedy is willing to work with the Downtown Association. . There was discussion regarding the site location and the day(s) of the week to operate. Jim Mulroy, 305 Jackson, Elk River, representing the Downtown Association, commented that Wednesday or Thursday and Sunday would be good days to operate and not cause conflict with the downtown businesses. No formal vote was taken by the Downtown Association, however, Mr. Mulroy has discussed this request with other business owners and all hope it will be a cooperative effort. Dennis Chuba, 317 Main Street, downtown businessman stating downtown. Elk he River, was in voiced his opinion as a favor of the Farmers Market There being no further comments from the public, Chairman Minton closed the public hearing. Commissioner Kuester requested further clarification of the parking around the proposed downtown site, specifically the one way "alley" on the east side of the proposed site. This alley is a one-way entering from Highway 10 and a one-way entering from Main Street, however, vehicles can not pass through the "alley" and exit onto either Highway 10 or Main Street. Commissioner Kuester expressed her concern that the proper signage be posted in the alley. Janelle Schmitz replied she would discuss the proper signage for this alley with Phil Hals, Street Superintendent. Commissioner Tveite agreed with staff regarding the refuse concern and replied this request should be site specific. . Commissioner Johnson questioned stipulation #6 on staff's memo. Why impose a yearly review on this particular request? Janelle Schmitz conveyed staff's concern regarding refuse and parking and suggested the Planning Commission review this request in one year and then less often if all is going well.