Agenda - Planning Commission - 10/01/2020

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th Rachel __, 5552 179 Lane NW, stated that she appreciates everyone being able to speak their mind and the concerns brought forward by neighbors. She stated that they are flexible and want this to be something good for the community. She stated that they would start small with one or two weddings per month. She commented that she originally proposed for music to end at 10 p.m. bur would be willing to end that at 9:00 p.m. She explained that the guests would be required to leave when the music ends and the last hour is meant to provide time for the bridal party to gather their belongings. She stated that she would also propose no smoking because she would not want to have the fire risk. She stated that she would be willing to install a fence on the east side of the property if desired by the neighbors. She stated that they are improving the barn and have held two graduations parties on their property for family/friends. She stated that as things have changed with COVID, this has been something that she would like to offer to people. She noted that she would like to keep it small with only the barn being used and perhaps a future bathroom building and space for the bridal party to get ready in, if allowed. She noted that smaller events could take place in the afternoon, concluding by 6:00 p.m. with the last hour for cleanup ending at 7:00 p.m. and would be held on Saturday or Sunday. Chairperson Bauer asked if the two events that were held on her property would be considered commercial, specifically whether she charged for the use of her property. Ms. Massmann replied that they were not, explaining that they held their wedding on their property and alerted the neighbors prior to the event five years ago. She stated that they also held their same format. Chairperson Bauer asked the largest event that they have held on the property. Ms. Massmann, replied that would be their wedding and there were 160 guests, estimating about 50 vehicles. She stated that the graduation parties were open house style with guests coming into the party for an hour or so during the allotted time. th Kathy Westensee, 5420 177 Lane NW, stated that she also submitted a written letter. She commented that there are six homes that border this property. She noted that it is a long rectangle property with the barn and home in the middle. She stated that she is opposed to this as they enjoy their yard in the evenings and weekends and enjoy the wildlife. She was concerned that this activity would change the habits of the wildlife. She was also concerned with the traffic and noise that would generate from this use. She stated that her next-door neighbor is 90 years old and commented that she would not feel safe if events were held on this property. Cindy Peterson, 17745 Fluorine Street, stated that they have heard noise when the property has held events in the past. She stated that she has concern that the vehicles exiting the property would shine their lights onto adjacent homes. She stated that she is also concerned with the safety of the roadway and for vehicles exiting the property attempting to get onto the road. Jackie Thompson, 17957 Iodine Street NW, stated that the venue would offer alcohol and she would be concerned with drunk driving that could occur. She stated that many people use Iodine Planning Commission/ September 3, 2020 Page 7 of 15