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11/5/81 Page -9- Councilman Brown Requested a slide be shown of what would be visible above ground when the drilling was complete, and the well is producing. McCoy showed what is called a "christmas tree" which was a very low profile tank. Mayor Caranci Inquired what royalties would the City get. McCoy stated he could not answer the question. He did advise that in the counties the amount is significant, but had no information re- garding the cities. Attorney Rautenstraus commented this would be determ.ined by the location when the special review' use is submitted. Mayor Caranci Councilman Brown Inquired if the ordinance were passed this evening, the company would present the royalities to the city before drilling is begun. Attorney Rautenstraus advised this was true. At the time of the Special Review Use the company will be required to provide infor- mation to the City relative to what the financial benefit will be. He also advised should the applicant be granted rezoning this evening, but denied the special review use, William & Associates would have to return to Council and get the property rezoned to RE by ordinance. Inquired how the property would be maintained if it was rezoned agricultural - would it be it's natural state. McCoy advised their company would maintain the area pursuant to the City's requirements. Michael Cussen Newly elected councilman in Ward I inquired if there should be any contamination of the table water as a result of the drilling who would be liable. He then requested that Mr. McCoy to be able to address this when he returns for the Special Review Use. Me Coy advised he would do this. Mayor Caranci aqked if there was anyone opposed to the application - none. Council comments - none. He then closed the public hearing.