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Council Meeting Minutes July 23, 1985 Page Five I Blomquist stated that the planting of berms was a positive consid- eration at the Planning Commission meeting. Krueger stated that the alteration of the berm would be minor. If a fence was a consensus of the Ninth Avenue residents to be a better alternative, the City would work with J&B Auto, which would not re- quire them to come back for approval. Benke recalled that plantings were preferable to a fence during the planning for J&B Auto. Sue Roker, 490 Ninth Avenue N.W., presented the council with a peti- tion from the residents of Ninth Avenue stating the reasons why the residents would prefer a fence erected directly behind the American Legion and J&B Auto; Harcus received the petition. Benke asked, if the berm and plantings are to be eliminated, what would be in their place and stated if there would be a fence, it would be appropriate to have some plantings also. Roker suggested planting burning bushes that change color with the seasons. I In response to Harcus's question, Wells responded that J&B Auto felt something could be worked out concerning the fencing if it would not be too costly. Harcus asked how the Legion would feel about the change; Hearne stated there would be no problem as long as it did not get too expensive. Schmidt added there is sufficient concern and, if it is not a prob- lem for the Legion, it would be a condition the council should include. Benke was concerned that the fencing would need to be resolved with J&B Auto and expressed concern with the maintenance of the fence along Ninth Avenue. Al Dahms, 478 Ninth Avenue N.W., expressed concern about parking on streets, especially during the wintertime, and the ability of emergency vehicles to get through; recommended parking only on west side of the street with a permit. Dahms further stated he believes J&B Auto needs their parking spaces for trucks and cars in need of service. I Benke stated his concern with the proposal was using the parking lot to the maximum during peak periods with no prOVision for over- flow. Schmidt expressed concern for emergency vehicles being able to maneuver.