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Further discussion: Councilmember McGlone asked about the trail extension and potential <br />impacts. Associate Planner Gladhill said the Mississippi Region Trail is a critical connection for <br />Ramsey and Anoka as the trail will eventually go to the headwaters in Louisiana. He said while <br />it is not the best location for ADA purposes the applicant is willing to work with the City, adding <br />it will be in the general location of Rivlyn Avenue. <br />Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Ramsey, Councilmembers Backous, Elvig, Jeffrey, <br />McGlone, Tossey, and Wise. Voting No: None. <br />7.05: Introduce Ordinance to Amend Section 117-111 (R-w Residential District) of <br />Chapter 117 of the Ramsey Zoning Code <br />Community Development Staff Anderson reviewed the staff report. <br />Councilmember McGlone expressed concern about encroaching on rear yard setbacks that don't <br />just separate residences but uses, such as a park. <br />Community Development Staff Anderson said the ordinance is specific to principal structures <br />and detached access only needs to meet a five-foot rear yard setback. <br />Mayor Ramsey asked if the principal structure includes a deck. Associate Planner Gladhill said <br />an open deck is already allowed and that he is referring to a three- or four -season porch. <br />Councilmember Elvig said the intent is to allow setbacks where there is no near neighbor or open <br />land and should include conservatory or other public space. <br />Councilmember Tossey said he does not like to amend an entire ordinance because of one <br />situation but understood the intent, especially in light of recent rulings regarding variances. <br />Motion by Mayor Ramsey, seconded by Councilmember Backous, to introduce an Ordinance <br />amending Chapter 117-111 of the City's Zoning Code to provide a reduced rear yard setback of <br />twenty (20) feet for lots with a rear property line entirely adjoining a parcel zoned as Park. <br />Further discussion: Councilmember McGlone expressed concern that standards will no longer <br />be followed. Councilmember Backous said the proposed change will avoid future variance <br />discussions. <br />Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Ramsey, Councilmembers Backous, Elvig, Jeffrey, <br />Tossey, and Wise. Voting No: McGlone. <br />7.06: Consider Amendment to Lease with Anoka County License Center with Regard to <br />Signage <br />Deputy City Administrator Nelson reviewed the staff report. <br />Councilmember McGlone asked that provisions include removal of the temporary signage. <br />City Council / January 25, 2011 <br />Page 7 of 10 <br />