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focus of the EPB would be on the potential impact to the Scenic Overlay District, tree removal, <br /> and bank stabilization. <br /> Board Member Hiatt commented that it appears that the property owner is more concerned with <br /> visibility from the road while the policy addresses the view from the river. He believed that the <br /> Board should support protection of the scenic view from the river and therefore would support the <br /> first or second alternatives proposed in the staff report. <br /> Chairperson Valentine agreed and noted that it appears that the Board would like to help <br /> preserve/restore the property landscaping in an attempt to prevent erosion. <br /> City Planner Anderson stated that moving the structure forward on the property would provide <br /> additional space for infiltration before stormwater enters the river. He stated that the concern is <br /> with the existing natural vegetation which plays a role in maintaining the bank integrity. He noted <br /> that there will be soil disturbance and removal of plants. He stated that there are other open space <br /> areas on the property that would not require removal of vegetation and that would provide <br /> sufficient space for infiltration. He stated that this would add impervious surface and therefore <br /> there is an opportunity to provide a condition that a number of plantings accompany the request. <br /> He stated that the use of gutters and rain barrels would also help to prevent erosion. He believed <br /> that moving the structure forward would minimize disturbance. <br /> Motion by Board Member Hiatt and seconded by Board Member Fetterley to recommend approval <br /> of the requested variance conditioned upon the applicant moving the location of the shed so that it <br /> is no closer to the OHW than the rear wall of the home on the subject property. <br /> Further discussion: Acting Mayor LeTourneau stated that in his observation the homeowner <br /> appears to have a high level of concern of their property and has done a good job maintaining the <br /> natural state. He stated that the homeowner has also asked for the opinion of the City in this matter, <br /> which he appreciates. He noted that this recommendation supports the least amount of <br /> environmental impact and protection of the scenic viewshed of the river. City Planner Anderson <br /> clarified the motion that was made via alternative two in the staff report. Board Member Hiatt <br /> stated that his intention was to support alternative one. <br /> Board Member Hiatt rescinded the motion, seconded by Board Member Fetterley. <br /> Motion by Board Member Hiatt and seconded by Board Member Fetterley to recommend approval <br /> of the requested variance conditioned upon the applicant moving the location of the shed so that it <br /> is in line with the front wall of the home on the subject property. <br /> Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Valentine, Board Member Hiatt, Fetterley, Bernard, <br /> Madison, and Moore. Voting No:None. Absent: Board Member Covart. <br /> 5.02: Update on Cooperative Weed Management Partnership <br /> City Planner Anderson presented the staff report. He stated that City staff has been attending <br /> meetings coordinated by the Anoka County Conservation District(ACD)regarding a Cooperative <br /> Weed Management Area(CWMA) Partnership to address invasive and noxious weeds within the <br /> county. He stated that there are several points of emphasis for this partnership including mapping <br /> Environmental Policy Board/June 18, 2018 <br /> Page 3 of 5 <br />
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