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City Engineer Jankowski explained that the issue had to do with City staff requesting that the drainage and utility easement be widened to 20 feet rather than five feet to accommodate drainage for the adjacent vacant property when it is developed. The concern of the Pehlkes is that if they construct the drainage pipe under their property there will be several large white pine trees impacted. Betty Pehlke, 5566 - 152''d Avenue NW, Ramsey, replied that she is generally opposed to the 20- foot easement. She explained that in 1994, Ramsey Meadows second addition was platted to the south of their property and Outlot A was created because the lot was not large enough for a house to be constructed on. The developer attempted to purchase a pbrtion of their property to make Outlot A buildable, but they declined his offer. Eventually they purchased Outlot A so that their property was not landlocked. Ms. Pehlke explained that the existing holding pond is located next to their garage and if the drainage pipe were constructed it would take out 100 to 125 feet of 40 foot tall white pines. The Pehlkes do not feel that they have created any drainage problems and don't feel they should have to take care of drainage for a future development. Community Development Director Frolik noted that the issue of the drainage easement is not related to this case, but will be addressed at a future City Council meeting. Councilmember Zimmerman inquired if the City can legally drain water onto private property. City Attorney Goodrich replied that the City can only drain onto private property with the property owner's permission. Councilmember Zimmerman stated that he did not think that the Pehlkes should have to accept someone else's drainage. City Engineer Jankowski stated that the drainage for the area could be a problem in the future, but indicated that are other alternatives. Ms. Pehlke inquired if there is going to be future development why can't there be another holding pond constructed as part of that development. City Engineer Jankowski replied that a pond would probably be created as part of the development, but explained that a pond can only hold so much water and would need an outlet. David Pehlke, 5566 - 152"d Avenue NW, Ramsey, stated that he had talked to another resident about sewer pipes and they had told him that the sewer pipes are full of sewer rats. Mayor Gamec inquired if the applicant would like the City Council to postpone their decision to allow them time to work with staff. Ms. Pehlke requested that the Council table action and agreed to waive the 60-day decision rule. City Council/January 23, 2001 Page 18 of 34