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o o o Elk River Planning Commission May 24, 1983 Page Two trails, outdoor kitchens and country stores, generally to recreational vehicle owners. He also stated that the cost of a membership was $5,895 and that members are entitled to use any available campsites and common facilities located at the 16 resorts developed and operated by the company in the states of Washington, Oregon, California, Arizona, and Texas. Commissioner Pearce wanted to know what services were provided to the campsites. Mr. Bob Klien explained that the typical campground offers utility hook-ups, restrooms with hot showers, laundry facilities, a convenience store, rec- reational amenities with organized activities, full-time security and full- time maintenance. Mr. Klien further indicated that the company would provide a healthy economic impact on the community, in that most of the hiring for employment would be done locally. Discussion was held regarding complaints from the surrounding property owners. Mr. Smith indicated that there was a public meeting held at the County two weeks ago. He further indicated that there were only a couple of minor com- plaints, and that the buffer zone being provided pretty much took care of the complaints. At this time an aerial map was presented to the Commissioners. It was stated that the camp was 46 acres in size, approximately 1/2 mile on County Road 30 and 3/4 mile on the river. Mr. Peter Kimball stated there were already 126 sites existing and approximately 214 new sites were being requested. It was indicated at this time that the campground site is bordered by Big Lake Township, Sherburne County and the City of Elk River. Mr. Kimball stated that the septic system far exceeds the minimum requirements and that everything meets DNR Regulations. Commissioner Oster questioned whether the County/City border would create any problems. Rick Breeze~ stated that he felt there should be no problem. City and County should work together to make sure the minimum met for safety and health measures. He felt the requirements are Peter Kimball indicated that the landscaping would be done at the outset of the five year plan, and more than likely would be started next year. Discussion was held regarding the number of dollars required to improve the existing campsite. Mr. Klien stated that the cost per site would be approximately $3,000 with a gravel pad. The total cost of the entire operation would be approximately 1.5 million dollars. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONERTRALLE. TO RECOMMEND TO THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF THE ZONE CHANGE REQUEST FOR CAMP ON THE MISSISSIPPI. COMMISSIONER OSTER SEC- ONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 6-0. Commissioner Ward questioned if the existing road would have to be upgraded, and how it would hold the incoming traffic Rick Breezee indicated that there would be more traffic on Waco Street than on County Road 30. Mr. Kimball indicated that the membership brochures would direct traffic from Highway 10 to Waco.