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Rachel , 5552 179th Lane NW, stated that she appreciates everyone being able to speak their <br /> mind and the concerns brought forward by neighbors. She stated that they are flexible and want <br /> this to be something good for the community. She stated that they would start small with one or <br /> two weddings per month. She commented that she originally proposed for music to end at 10 p.m. <br /> bur would be willing to end that at 9:00 p.m. She explained that the guests would be required to <br /> leave when the music ends and the last hour is meant to provide time for the bridal party to gather <br /> their belongings. She stated that she would also propose no smoking because she would not want <br /> to have the fire risk. She stated that she would be willing to install a fence on the east side of the <br /> property if desired by the neighbors. She stated that they are improving the barn and have held <br /> two graduations parties on their property for family/friends. She stated that as things have changed <br /> with COVID, this has been something that she would like to offer to people. She noted that she <br /> would like to keep it small with only the barn being used and perhaps a future bathroom building <br /> and space for the bridal party to get ready in, if allowed. She noted that smaller events could take <br /> place in the afternoon, concluding by 6:00 p.m. with the last hour for cleanup ending at 7:00 p.m. <br /> and would be held on Saturday or Sunday. <br /> Chairperson Bauer asked if the two events that were held on her property would be considered <br /> commercial, specifically whether she charged for the use of her property. <br /> Ms. Massmann replied that they were not,explaining that they held their wedding on their property <br /> and alerted the neighbors prior to the event five years ago. She stated that they also held their <br /> daughter's graduation party two years ago from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. with all parking on their own <br /> property. She stated that she also hosted a graduation party for a friend's child and followed the <br /> same format. <br /> Chairperson Bauer asked the largest event that they have held on the property. <br /> Ms. Massmann, replied that would be their wedding and there were 160 guests, estimating about <br /> 50 vehicles. She stated that the graduation parties were open house style with guests coming into <br /> the party for an hour or so during the allotted time. <br /> Kathy Westensee, 5420 177th Lane NW, stated that she also submitted a written letter. She <br /> commented that there are six homes that border this property. She noted that it is a long rectangle <br /> property with the barn and home in the middle. She stated that she is opposed to this as they enjoy <br /> their yard in the evenings and weekends and enjoy the wildlife. She was concerned that this <br /> activity would change the habits of the wildlife. She was also concerned with the traffic and noise <br /> that would generate from this use. She stated that her next-door neighbor is 90 years old and <br /> commented that she would not feel safe if events were held on this property. <br /> Cindy Peterson, 17745 Fluorine Street, stated that they have heard noise when the property has <br /> held events in the past. She stated that she has concern that the vehicles exiting the property would <br /> shine their lights onto adjacent homes. She stated that she is also concerned with the safety of the <br /> roadway and for vehicles exiting the property attempting to get onto the road. <br /> Jackie Thompson, 17957 Iodine Street NW, stated that the venue would offer alcohol and she <br /> would be concerned with drunk driving that could occur. She stated that many people use Iodine <br /> Planning Commission/September 3, 2020 <br /> Page 7 of 15 <br />