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Soil Limitation Map. The dark areas on the map indicate limitations .for <br />private sewer systems. <br /> <br />Discussion was held concerning the statements that any private sewer <br />system absolutely cannot be used in certain areas. <br /> <br />Art Dunn said it could lbe clarified by stating "Conventional" sewer <br />systems can't be used. <br /> <br />Mr. Jim Martin, owner 0~f land in critical river area, said he feels there <br />should be some "hole" left in the ordinance regarding this issue be muse <br />he feels there is a discrepancy in the soil survey. <br /> <br />Mr. Deemer also takes issue with the accuracy of this map in that the <br />areas shown are larger ~than they actually are. <br /> <br />Art Dunn expressed concern with these maps being sent to the Metro <br />Council that show areas unsuitable for one reason or another when in <br />fact there are areas within these areas that are suitable. <br /> <br />Mr. Marston said he recognized there is a problem with the maps but <br />rather than throw them !out he would write something into the report <br />that it is for general purposes only and is not bo be used to determine <br />if the soil can support septic systems. <br /> <br />A general discussion was held. <br /> <br />Mr. Marston said he woUld add an introduction in the report to the affect <br />describing mapping process and limitations and a qualifying statement <br />added in the introduction. <br /> <br />Section on Woodlands - Woodlands Map. <br /> <br />Mr. Marston stated that the regulations protect trees during the development <br />process and don't deal with trees lost through natural disasters etc. <br />There is a need to look at perpetuating a healthy tree stock in the future. <br /> <br />Art Dunn took issue with Page 8, 4th line from the bottom of page, <br />regarding restricting cutting of trees, he feels if someone wants to <br />cut down a tree they should be allowed to do so and he doesn't feel that <br />any person woUld wantonly cut down trees. <br /> <br />Administrator Schnelle gaid he feels the ordinance has to allow for <br />common sense and allow for cutting diseased trees etc., but still protect <br />the trees. <br /> <br />Mr. Dunn questioned thenecessity of a permit to cut a tree. <br /> <br />Mr. Marston felt permit~ Should be required for tree cutting along <br />the Rum and MississippiiRivers but not necessarily the entire City. <br /> <br />Kathy Schneider feels that is someone living on a lake wants to clear <br />their property for view. or whatever, this doesn't bother her, it is up <br />to different people's opinions as to what they desire to see. <br /> <br />Bruce Bacon, City Tree Inspector, was present and spoke regarding the <br /> <br /> <br />