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multi-use paths. In addition, the lots are 2 to 3 acres in size and he finds the noise to be too loud. He suggested that these vehicles should not be allowed north of 159th Avenue either. Mayor Gamec explained that the Council reviewed the ordinance and it is his feeling that he hates to consider this in Ramsey since many moved here for the open space and ability to use these vehicles. However, the majority of the complaints were from more dense areas, such as south of 159th Avenue. He stated he hopes this ordinance "sends a message" to all, including abusers. He stated if problems continue, the Council may need to look at an ordinance that applies to the entire City. Mr. Roberts noted the compaction of residential areas is not restricted just to the south of 159th Avenue. Mayor Gamec concurred and reviewed the other areas that the Council had considered as well as the number and areas from which complaints were received. Bob Peterson, 15621 Erkium Street NW, stated Ramsey was pretty much open when he moved to Ramsey. He stated the snowmobile club did expect this to happen sooner or later but they felt it could have been done a little differently. He stated that 40 complaints may seem high but there are over 4,000 snowmobiles registered in Ramsey, over 30% of the population. Mr. Peterson stated this is quite a restriction on the south side of 159th Avenue which may also impact businesses located in that area. He suggested that the Highway #10 corridor remain open as well as some north/south trunks to get to the Highway #10 corridor. Mr. Peterson stated he does not think 40 complaints is a very high number and wonders how many were valid. He stated he does agree there have been violations and pointed out that cars also speed and he has had cars drive over his yard. He urged the Council to consider the low number of complaints, businesses that will be hurt, and questioned where the notice of this public hearing was published. Mayor Gamec stated the Council looked at the possibility of getting a corridor to Highway #10; however, because of the lack of snow this year, more property damage occurred. He stated he also spoke with the Zimme~rnan snowmobile club that maintains the trail to The Diamonds. Mayor Gamec stated that he heard there might be a designated trail, with DNR and property owner's approval. Mr. Peterson explained that the trail was laid out on right-of-way so no private property permission was needed or required. Mayor Gamec stated his understanding was that some private property owners were very leery of that trail. Jackie Peterson, 5530 - 173rd Avenue NW, stated she does not think this public hearing was well publicized and had heard the same from others. She stated they are a small club and are not able to inform the entire population about this ordinance. She agreed that Highway #10 should be left City Council/June 11, 2002 Page 5 of 30