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Further DiScussion: Councilmember DeLuca inquired as to what appeals process there would be if there is not a unanimous decision on the buildability of any of these particular lots. Amendment by Councilmamber Pearson and seconded by Councilmm~ber DeLuca to indicate that no building permit may be issued for the above named lots unless the City Engineer, Building Inspector and City Administrator are unanimous in their decision. Further, that any person aggrieved by the decision of the City Engineer, Building Inspector and City Administrator may appeal to the Ramsey Board of Adjustment. Amendment carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Reimann, Councilmembers Sorteberg, DeLuca and Pearson. Voting No: None. Absent: Councilmember Cox. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Reimann, Councilmembers Sorteberg, DeLuca and Pearson. Voting No: None. Absent: Councilmember Cox. Case #5.' B_e~_uest For Amusement_Center And Billiard _Tables .Lic. ense: Case Of The_ Place Mr. Hartley referred to Building Official Erickson's memo dated May 10, 1988 regarding his concerns with the proposed amusement center having an adequate number of bathroom facilities and an adequate septic system as the buiilding was designed to be used as retail shopping space and the proposed use is considered assembly. Mr. Hartley also noted that the requested license is for a 24-hour operation. Motion by Councilmember $orteberg and seconded by Councilmember DeLuca to table the request for an amusement center and billiard tables license until more specific information is provided by the City Building Official regarding adequate bathroom facilities and septic system. Further Discussion: Frank Meyer was present representing the applicant, Mr. James Meyer. Frank Meyer reviewed his experience in the area of amusement centers and billiard rooms; that he coordinated a much larger facility in Andover with one bathroom that is presenting absolutely no probl~m%s. Mayor Reimann expressed concern with a 24-hour operation. Frank Meyer explained the security measures taken by his staff both in the building and in the parking lot and noted that the business is being promoted as a family fun center. Police Chief Auspos stated that he believes the market place will determine whether this amusement center will be a 24-hour operation; if the business is operated properly, he doesn't foresee any policing problems. Chief Auspos did note that the City will be hearing from the public in some way when they hear there is a 24-hour amusement center coming to Ramsey; even though a public hearing is not required, it may be desired. Counciln~mbers Sorteberg and DeLuca withdrew their motion to table the request for an amusement center and billiard tables license. Frank Meyer noted that it is not unusual for billiard tables to be occupied all night on week-ends and he would like the option to be open 24 hours a City Council/May 10~ 1988 Page 7 of 12