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AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY AUGUST 4, 1975
The regular meeting of the Auburn City Council convened at 8:00 P.M., in the Auburn
City Council Chambers.
ROLL CALL
Councilmen Present: Councilman Lawler, Kitchell, Craig, Larson, Holman, Flechsig
and Lea.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Holman, seconded by Kitchell, that the Council Minutes of July 21,
1975, be approved with the following correction: Page 4, paragraph 3,-under
PLANNING, BEAUTIFICATION & BUILDING CODES COMMITTEE should read "It was moved. by
Larson, seconded by Holman, that the City Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk
to sign a cooperative agreement with King County Housing Authority for cost reimbursement
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for the minor repairs of the City's demolition/repair program as authorized and
approved under Title I of the Community Development Act of 1974".
MOTION CARRIED
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Mayor Kersey declared Public Hearing open on the request of Myra J. Toy, Exec. and
Virgil Swanson to rezone from R-2 (Residential Single Family District) to R-TP
(Mobile Home Park) a parcel of property located between 22nd and 14th Streets N.E.
and between "M" Street N.E. and Green River Division No. 1. (Application No. 15-75)
The Planning Commission recommends approval of this request to be conditioned on the
following restrictions and that these restrictions be included in an agreement
running with the land to assure the City and the adjacent property owners that they
will be accomplished. The restrictions are as follows:
(~) Because the rear yard setbacks are Less for R-TP development and whereas some of
these lots with reduced rear yards abut private property not under the ownership of
the petitioner or developer, a screen fence should be constructed around the perimeter
of the park together with the installation of ornamental trees spaced twenty (20)
to twenty-five (25) feet apart on the park side of the screen fence to provide
additional screening. The screen fence to be a minimum of six (6) feet in height and
the trees to be six (6) to eight (8) feet in height at the time of planting.
(5) As we would require for any residential subdivision, the public streets abutting
("M" Street N.E. & 22nd Street N.E.) shall be improved to City standards by the
installation of curb and gutter, street widening, sidewalk and street lighting. This
involves the east side of "M" Street N.E. and the South side of 22nd Street N.E.
abutting the site.
((,) Normally on a residential subdivision of this size, we would require a public park
type of dedication. However, because of the existing parks in the area and the fact
that this mobile home park will be for adults and provide their own recreation complex
the normal playground type of public park is not necessary. I would recommend that
in lieu of providing additional public park area, the .developer install some improvement
within the Dykstra Park by the foot bridge which the residents of the mobile home
park will use as access to the river. The type of improvements to be as recommended
by the Park Board.
The developer, Ron Severson of 1317 "O" Street N.E., discussed the setting and rules
and regulations pertaining to the mobile home park. Mr. Keith Wiggins of loll Park Avenue,
San Jose, California, explained the plot plan.
The following individuals were opposed to the plan and raised questions: Frank Murphy
of 1614 20th Street N.E., Linley Burnsworth of 2017 Pike N.E., Paul Pelland of
1401 .17th Street N.E., Clsarles Burns of 1625 22nd Street N.E. and Rick Hoffman of
1702 22nd N.E. Concern was voiced in regard to what affect the mobile home park would
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have on the value of homes in the area, how the storm drainage problem would be
affected and whether or not another type of development would be better for the area.
The following individuals were in favor of the mobile home park: Merle Combs of
1416 20th Street N.E., Don Eddy of 1321 I7th Street N.E., Mrs. Saul Necker of 1921
Pike N.E. and Albert Larsen of 1513 22nd Street N.E.
Councilman Craig asked the audience to indicate their positions with a show of hands.
Twelve individuals raised hands in favor of the plan and six raised hands against it.
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It was moved by Holman, seconded by Lea, that the Public Hearing be closed.
MOTION CARRIED
Frank Shaughnessy of 1414 10th Street N.E. stated that it is the function of the Council
to consider the overall picture and take action that will be.•in the'best-interest for everyone,
as well as the City, and he pointed out that the change from R-2 to R-TP wiZ1 actually
be more restrictive of the activities in that area than is the present zoning.
It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Lea, that the request of Myra J. Toy, Exec and
Virgil Swanson to rezone from R-2 (Residential Single Family District) to R-TP (Mobile
Home Park) be approved, the Planning Commission recommendations (Items 4, 5 & 6) be
cpncurred with, together with the Plot Plans on file in ,the .Planning Department, and
the City Attorney be directed to draw up the necessary ordinance.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED
Mayor Kersey declared Public Hearing open on the request of Chuck DeLauro to amend
Section 2 of the Zoning Agreement running with the land to allow the construction of a
"7-11" Store. Section 2 of the Zoning Agreement restricted the use of the parcel of
Zand to the construction of a professional office. The property is located on the
southwest corner of Dogwood Street 5.E. and Auburn Way South. (Application No. 13-75)
The Planning Commission recommends denial of this request because of the traffic
problems that would result.
The Developer, Chuck DeLauro of 805 Harvey Road, and the Construction Engineer, Bob Raymond,
discussed their plan and presented aerial maps to the Council.
Citizens voiced concern over the problems that would result from congestion and traffic
flow and the following individuals spoke against the request: Parley Norseth of
2635 24th Street S.E., Don Parkison of 2410 Dogwood S.E., Bob Dukowitz of 2710 24th
Street S.E., John Walenceus of 1436 EZm S.E., Tom Sergeant of 2735 24th Street S.E.,
Margaret Smart of 2420 Dogwood S.E. and Gerald Aldridge of 2725 24th Street S.E.
It was moved by Craig, seconded by Lawler, that the Public Hearing be closed.
MOTION CARRIED
It was moved by Craig, seconded by Lawler, that the request of Chuck DeLauro to amend
Section 2 of the Zoning Agreement running with the land to allow the construction of
a "7-11" Store be denied because of the improper zoning and traffic hazard,
ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Craig, Larson, Holman, Lea, Lawler and Kitchell voting YES.
Councilman Flechsig ABSTAINED.
MOTION CARRIED
Mayor Kersey declared Public Hearing open on the request of N. R. and Yvette Hebert
to rezone from R-2 (Residential Single Family District) to R-4 (Multiple Family
Residential) a parcel of property Located at 310 "R" Street S.E. (Application No.
14-75)
The Planning Commission recommends approval of this request in that it will conform
to the development pattern existing and will tend to upgrade the area.
The petitioner, Mr. Hebert, spoke in favor of the request.
It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Holman, that the Public Hearing be closed.
MOTION CARRIED
It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Holman, that the request of N. R. and Yvette Hebert
to rezone from R-2 (Residential Single Family District) to R-4 (Multiple Family
Residential) be approved and the City Attorney be directed to draw up the necessary
ordinance.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED
AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY AUGUST 4, 1975
Mayor Kersey declared Public Hearing open on the request of Auburn East Hill Development
Company to rezone from R-2 (Residential Single Family) to a Conditional Use Permit
for property located West of Dogwood Street S.E. and South of Skyway Lane. (Application
No. 10-75)
The Planning Commission recommends approval of this request provided that the following
special provisions be incorporated into the Conditional Use Permit, also that special
consideration be given for further separation between the multi-family units and the
rear yards of the single family dwellings on the east side of Dogwood Street by
the installation of a landscaping berm between the 4-plexes and Dogwood Street to
provide a sight screen. The provisions are:
(1) That the multi-family units be restricted to single story construction and that
the plot plans and exterior elevations be attached to and become a part of the permit.
(2) That prior to the issuance of any building permits for any multi-family or single
family units the owner and/or developer shall submit to the Public Works Department
for approval, plans for the disposal of storm water for the entire development.
(3) That prior to the issuance of any building permits for the multi-family dwellings,
the owner and/or developer shall submit to the Planning Department a performance
bond or other form of surety in the amount of 100% of the cost of the streets and
public utilities within the area to be subdivided for single family dwellings, to
insure the City that this area will be platted and all public improvements are
installed in conformance with the provisions of the City of Auburn Subdivision
Ordinance.
Lyle Schneider, Attorney at Law, and Tom Johnson of Federal Way explained the
petitioners plans and Mr. Schneider pointed out that they have refiled their
covenant and regulations for condominiums with the Planning Director.
Opposition was voiced on this request because of the present traffic problems
and it was noted that Sherwood Apartments are already in the area and the citizens
feel they would like to retain the single family dwellings and residential community
atmosphere. Those speaking against the request were: Arth Smith of 3045 Scenic Dr. S.E.,
Norman Vaugh of 1705 Dogwood Dr. S.E., Leroy Knight of 2901 Scenic Dr. S.E.,
Robert Desjean of 1443 Elm S.E. and John Walenceus of 1436 Elm S.E.
It was moved by Lea, seconded by Kitchell, that the Public Hearing be closed.
MOTION CARRIED
It was moved by Holman, seconded by Flechsig, that the request of Auburn East Flill
Development Company to rezone from R-2 to a Conditional Use Permit be approved, the
Planning Commission recommendations be concurred with., along with Planning Department
recommendations requesting separate travel trailer and-boat storage- area and requesting
prot~isian 1Vo. 3 of the Planning Commission recommendations be amended to reflect no
building permits be issued until the entire 19.83 acres are platted or subdivided
(5chuler's memo, dated July 30, 1975, Ref. 75-356), and the covenant be included as part
of the Plot Plans and the City Attorney be directed to draw up the necessary ordinance.
ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Holman, Flechsig, Lea, Kitchell and Larson voting YES.
Councilman Lawler and Craig voting NO.
MOTION CARRIED
At 10:23 P.M., Mayor Kersey called for a recess. The meeting reconvened at 10:33 P.M.
CORRESPONDENCE
The City Clerk read a Conditional Use Permit Application from David M. Siewerath and
Michael J. Rubel. (Application No. 18-75)
It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Larson, that the Conditional Use Permit
~ Application from David M. Siewerath and Michael J. Rubel be referred to the Planning
Commission for recommendations.
MOTION CARRIED
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AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY AUGUST 4, 1975
BID OPENINGS
Bids were opened July 29, 1975, 11:00 A.M., for construction of Storm Sewer Improvement
No. 4, Contract No. 75-13. Bids were submitted as follows:
HANSON EXCAVATING COMPANY, INC. $15,724.25
MORRIS CONSTRUCTION, INC. 19,623.97
JAMES A. GUESS COMPANY 20,592.47
R. T. TONNESEN CONSTRUCTION 21,058.95
TUCCI AND SONS, INC. 21,387.80
TONNESON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY 22,615.81
HOWARD SCHWICHT CONSTRUCTION COMPANY 24,777.09
KING CONSTRUCTION COMPANY 26,944.06
LDL LAND DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, INC. 32,536.70
The above bids were accompanied by Bid Bond; the above bids include Sales Tax.
It is the recommendation of the pirector of Public Works, Pat Nevins, that the bid
for Storm Sewer Improvement No. 4, Contract No. 75-13, be awarded to Hanson Excavating
Company, Inc. on their low bid, as bid, of $15,724.25, bid not including sales tax
but including use tax, and that irregularities and/or technicalities, if any, due to
the inclusion of use tax in lieu of sales tax be waived.
It was moved by Lea, seconded by Holman, that Storm Sewer Improvement No. 4, Contract
No. 75-13, be awarded to Hanson Excavating Company, Inc. on their low bid of $15,724.25
and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the contract. Bid bonds to be
returned to R. T. Tonnesen Construction, Tucci and Sons, Inc., Tonneson Construction
Company, Howard Schwicht Construction Company, King Construction Company and LDL Land
Development Company, Inc. and upon signing of the contract, bid bonds to be returned
to Morris Construction, Inc. and James A. Guess Company.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED
On Ca11 for Bids for the sale of one 1968 Ford Custom 4 door sedan and one 1969 Plymouth
Fury 4 door sedan for 10:00 A.M., July 31, 1975, NO BIDS WERE SUBMITTED.
It was moved by Lea, seconded by Holman, that the Director of Public Works be allowed
to Ca11 for Bids or sell at auction the 1968 Ford Custom 4 door sedan and the 1969
Plymouth Fury 4 door sedan.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
MOTION CARRIED
Bids were opened July 31, 1975, 11:00 A.M., for the sale of surplus equipment: 1 Electric
Rex Rotary RR2000 Stencil Cutter and Stand. Bids were submitted as follows:
DOUGLAS J. 5TEFFENS, 16415 194th S.E., Renton $251.50
OLYMPIC DISTRIBUTORS, 325 2nd West, Seattle 250.00
RUTH KNORR, Suite 26, 222 Williams Avenue South, Renton 41.50
It was moved by Holman, seconded by Flechsig, that the bid for the sale of 1 Electric
Rex Rotary RR2000 Stencil Cutter and Stand be awarded to Douglas J. Steffens on his
high bid of $251.50.
ROLL CALL VOTE: A11 Councilmen voting YES.
MOTION CARRIED
Bids were opened July 31, 1975, 11:00 A.M., for the sale of surplus equipment: 1 Electric
A. B. Dick 550 Mimeograph and stand. Bids were submitted as follows:
CITY OF PACIFIC $251.95
JACKIE DENNIS, 13636 S.E. 297th, Auburn 150.00
RUTH KNORR, Suite 26, 222 Williams Avenue South, Renton 41.50
It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Lawler, that the bid for the sale of 1 Electric
A. B. Dick 550 Mimeograph and stand be awarded to the City of Pacific on their high
bid of $251.95.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED
RECOMMENDATIONS
AUBURN, WASHINGTON
The following items were submitted by the Director of Public Works, Pat Nevins, for
Council Approval:
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AUGUST 4, 1975
Authority to call for bid on Storm Sewer Improvement No. 17, East Academy Storm
Drain.
It was moved by Holman, seconded by Larson, that authorization be given to the Director
of Public Works to call for bids for Storm Sewer Improvement No. 17, East Academy
Storm Drain.
MOTION CARRIED
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
Pay Estimate No. 15 to Venture Construction Company for Water Improvement No. 90,
Reservoir No. 1, in the amount of $8,996.77.
Pay Estimate No. 14 to venture Construction Company for Water Improvement No. 77,
Reservoir No. 2, in the amount of $18,990.27.
It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Lea, that Pay Estimate No. 15 to Venture
Construction Company, for $8,996.77, be approved for payment.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
MOTION CARRIED
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It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Larson, that Pay Estimate No. 14 to Venture
Construction Company, for $18,990.27, be approved for payment.
ROLL CALL VOTE: A11 Councilmen voting YES.
MOTION CARRIED
The following item was submitted by the Director of Planning and Community Development,
George Schuler, for Council Approval:
Pay Estimate No. 3 to Mel Streeter - Paul Dermanis and Associates for basic
services - Phase 1 (Program Phase) for development of a New Municipal Building
Master Plan, in the amount of $2,070.00.
It was moved by Lawler, seconded by Kitchell, that Pay Estimate No. 3 to Mel Streeter -
Pau1 Dermanis and Associates, for $2,070.00, be approved for payment.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED
PROCLAMATIONS, APPOINTMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Kersey announced that a meeting will be held at 7:30 P.M., August 28, 1975,
at Kent City Ha11, for the purpose of reviewing the Watershed Project. This will
be a public meeting and anyone with questions or comments should attend or submit
the same to City of Kent.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
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BUILDING COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN LAWLER
Chairman Lawler announced that the next Building Committee Meeting will be held at
7:30 P.M., August 11, 1975.
AIRPORT COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN KITCHELL
Chairman Kitchell announced that the next Airport Committee Meeting will be held at
7:30 P.M., August 5, 1975.
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN CRAIG
The Public Safety Committee met at 7:30 P.M. on July 23, 1975. Chairman Craig
reported on the Committee Meeting and the Minutes are a matter of Public Record on
file in the City Clerk's Office.
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The Committee discussed and recommends approval for a Master Solicitor's License for
Anni Mattle.
It was moved by Craig, seconded by Lawler, that approval be given for issuance of
a Master Solicitor's License to Anni Mattle.
PLANNING & BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN CARSON
MOTION CARRIED
Chairman Larson announced that the next Planning & Beautification Committee Meeting
will be held at 7:30 P.M., August 12, 1975.
FINANCE COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN HOLMAN
The Finance Committee met at 7:30 P.M., July 31, 1975. Chairman Holman reported on
the Committee Meeting and the Minutes are a matter of Public Record on file in the
City Clerk's Office.
The Committee discussed payment for eye glasses for a uniformed officer (information
and report from LEFF & FRP Board). Letter from our City Attorney and the Assistant
Attorney General's Office were reviewed. The LEFF Board, by vote of 2 - 1 recommended
paying the bill. Question to be resolved is: Are glasses an obligation of the
Retirement Board when need is not a result of accident. Question of requirement or
not is determination required of Council. The Finance Committee defers recommendation
to the Council for decision, as the Council decision is requirement necessary for
final determination.
The City Attorney explained that his opinion is based on the act as written and is
a literal opinion; whereas, the Assistant Attorney General's opinion is based upon
the intent of the legislature..
It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Holman, that the $33.94 claim submitted by
Ray Nixon, to the LEFF Board, for payment of glasses be approved.
ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Flechsig, Lawler, Craig and Larson voting NO.
Councilman Lea, Kitchell and Holman voting YES.
MOTION FAILED
The Committee reviewed an agreement received from the Washington Department of General
Administration which is required for the City to participate in purchases through
State Contract under Inter Local Cooperative Act. This agreement reserves the right
for the City to purchase elsewhere or under contract. The Committee recommends
authorization be given to sign said contract.
It was moved by Holman, seconded by Flechsig, that authorization be given to the Mayor
to sign the contract agreement mentioned above.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
UTILITY COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN FLECHSIG
MOTION CARRIED
The Utility Committee met at 7:30 P.M., July 24, 1975. Chairman Flechsig reported on
the Utility Committee Meeting and the Minutes are a matter of Public Record on file
in the City Clerk's Office.
The Committee discussed the Ribco PZan and is in favor of the Solid Waste Management Plan.
It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Kitchell, that the Council support the Mayor
and authorize him to vote supporting the Solid Waste Management Plan; also, the Council
shall support the Mayor and authorize him to vote supporting three other items -
water pollution, water resources and urban drainage and if approved, the Mayor shall
request these items to go before the people for a vote.
MOTION CARRIED
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STREET COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN LEA
AUGUST 4 , 1975
The Street Committee met at 7:45 P.M., July 23, 1975. Chairman Lea reported on
the Committee Meeting and the Minutes are a matter of Public Record on file in the
City Clerk's Office.
The next Street Committee Meeting will be held at 7:30 P.M., August 13, 1975.
OLD BUSINESS
No action taken on Ordinance No. 2896 pertaining to codification of ordinances.
(This ordinance was introduced only on July 16, 1975)
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCE NO. 2899
It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Kitchell, that Ordinance No. 2899 entitled
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, DELETING AUBURN CODIFIED CITY
ORDINANCE 10.04.475 (SEPTEMBER 16, 1974) PERTAINING TO SEWER RATE INCREASE WITHIN
THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUBURN." be introduced and adopted.
ROLL CALL VOTE: A1I Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED
ORDINANCE N0. 2900
~ It was moved by Craig, seconded by Lawler, that Ordinance No. 2900 entitled "AN
r°s ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, PROVIDING FOR THE REZONING OF A PARCEL
~' OF LAND LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF "I" STREET NORTHEAST IN THE 2200 BLOCK, SITUATE
~ IN THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION THEREOF FROM
~~'" R-2 TO R-4." be introduced and adopted.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED
RESOLUTION NO. 687
It was moved by Lea, seconded by Craig, that Resolution No. 687 entitled "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, TO
ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS, FOR THE
INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION, CHANNELIZATION AND INTERSECTION LIGHTING
AT 2ND SOUTHEAST & "A" SOUTHEAST, 2ND SOUTHEAST & AUBURN WAY SOUTH AND 4TH NORTHEAST
& AUBURN WAY NORTH." be adopted.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED
RESOLUTION NO. 688
It was moved by Lea, seconded by Holman, that Resolution No. 688 entitled "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF WASHINGTON,
DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS, FOR THE WIDENING OF 37TH STREET NORTHWEST AND THE WEST VALLEY
HIGHWAY, FOR A TOTAL LENGTH OF 0.25 MILES." be adopted.
ROLL CALL VOTE: A11 Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED
RESOLUTION NO. 689
It was moved by Craig, seconded by Lea, that Resolution No. 689 entitled "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, REPEALING AUBURN RESOLUTION NO. 580 (JUNE 4, 1973)
AND REDESIGNATING THE MEMBERS, POWERS AND DUTIES OF ALL STANDING COMMITTEES OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN." be tabled until the next Council Meeting.
MOTION CARRIED
VOUCHER APPROVAL LIST.
It was moved by Holman, seconded by Flechsig, that the Voucher Approval List dated
July 31, 1975, in the amount of 51,905,569.76, be approved.
ROLL CALL VOTE:- All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED
AUBURN,. WASHINGTON MONDAY AUGUST 4, 1975
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
The City Clerk read a Zone Change Application from Clarence D. Gardner. (Application
No. 19-75)
It was moved by Lea, seconded by Lawler, that the Zone Change Application from Clarence D.
Gardner be referred to the Planning Commission for recommendations.
MOTION CARRIED
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned
at 11:35 P.M.
~PRQhE THIS 5TH DAY OF AUGUST, 1975.
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