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at his residence based on the above documentation and findings of fact. Further, it is directed that Mr. Reinke be informed of this Council action and that the equpment be removed~ Further discussion: Mr. Lent (neighbor to Mr. Reinke) stated that Mr. Cox's comments were well taken and would apply under normal circumstances. He stated that he understands how difficult it is to make a go of a small company and that Mr. Reinke's permit would only be temporary, that it would be unjust to penalize on a temporary permit and Mr. Reinke has been honest. Council- member Cox replied that one of the reasons businesses are having problems is that they can't compete with businesses operating in residential areas at a much lower overhead. Mayor Gamec stated that he is opposed to Mr. Reinke's request but that he will vote against Councilmember Cox's mo~i0n on the basis that Mr. Reinke has been cooperative and if the motion is denied and Mr. Reinke's request is approved, April 15, 1983 will be the absolute deadline. Roll Call Vote: Councilmember Sorteberg: Naye Councilmember Reimann: Aye Councilmember Cox: Aye Councilmember Van wagner: Naye Mayor Gamec: Naye Motion denied. Councilmember Van Wagner suggested that in the future, to avoid confusion, positive motions should be made and Councilmembers can vote against them. Motion by Councilmember Sorteberg and seco~ddd by Councilmember Van Wagner to approve of granting a temporary conditional use permit to Mr. Ed Reinke of 8059 154th Avenue NW until April 1, 1983 based on the above documentation and findings of fact. The granting of the temporary conditional use permit is based on Mr. Reinke's entering into an agreement to guarantee compliance with the development conditions established by the City of Ramsey. Further, authorization is hereby granted to the Mayor and City Administrator to sign the above stated agreement. Further Discussion: Councilmember Cox directed that Item #8 regarding repair work on equipment at the residence, be deleted from the agreement and that a description of pieces of equipment to be stored at the residence be listed (two dump trucks, pick-up, bobcat). Councilmember Reimann stated that Council is going against policy by allowing this business in a residential area and the whole matter could end up in court, that Council has the responsibility of carrying out ordinances as defined. City Attorney also noted that any deviation from agreement shall be cause for automatic revocation of permit. Roll Call Vote: Motion carried. Councilmember Cox: Naye Councilmember Van Wagner: Aye Councilmember Sorteberg: Aye Councilmember Reimann: Naye Mayor Gamec: Aye C/November 23, 1982 Page 10 of 21