Resolution - #94-02-019 - 02/08/1994

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21) 22) 23) 24) 25) 26) 27) 28) 29) 30) 31) 32) 33) 34) 35) That ~thc additional traffic generated by the proposed usc does not appear to be sig,~cant and would include supply services, operating personnel and visitors dunng normal operations. That drainage from the facility will be directed to an existing sedimentation basin located 150 feet north of the test facility. That the test demonstration facility has National attention because of the need to develop technologies to replace the dependence on fossil fuel for the generation of electrical power without sacrificing environmental concerns. This includes direct sponsorship by NRECA, United Power Association, and the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRB. That the City has received a letter of endorsement for the test demonstration facility from U.S. Congressman Rod Grams. That no other conditional use permits for alternate fuel supply demonstration projects have been issued in the City. That the proposed use will not be unduly dangerous or otherwise detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity of the use or to the public welfare. That the proposed use will not adversely impair the use, enjoyment or market value of any surrounding property. That the proposed use will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained so as to be~ harmonious and appropriate in appearance with thc existing or intended character of the general vicinity and such use will not change the essential character of that area. That the proposed use will not be disturbing to existing or future neighboring uses. That the proposed use will not be hazardous to existing or future neighboring uses. That the proposed use will be served adequately by essential public facilities and services. That the proposed use will not create excessive additional requirements at public cost for public facilities and services. That the proposed use will not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community. That the proposed use will not involve uses, activities, processes, materials and equipment and conditions of operation that may be detrimental to any persons, property or the general welfare by reason of excessive production of fumes or odors. ' That the proposed use will be consistent with the intent and purposes of §9.03.04 (Conditional Use Permits) of the City Code. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peterson and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor