The Lake County Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a Career Expo on April 3rd from 12 to 8 PM. The event will be held at Two Harbors High School. Residents who are interested in learning more about career opportunities in Lake County, from law enforcement to healthcare and beyond, are encouraged to attend.
Joe Rhein from Bolton & Menk was on hand at Monday night’s meeting to present the proposed Stormwater Management Plan to the Council. The plan outlines the current status of the City’s stormwater system and suggests components that need upgrading or replacement. The Council voted to adopt the plan and will begin the process of seeking grant funding for the project.
The opportunity for Silver Bay residents to apply for neighborhood revitalization mini-grants is scheduled to take place soon. As in years past, the maximum grant request per household or business is $500. Those interested in applying for a grant to improve the exterior of their home or business should contact City Hall.
The issue of short term vacation rentals was on Monday night’s agenda. Council members discussed the pros and cons of short term rentals and had questions about how best to zone for such properties. Zoning regulations for vacation rentals are designed to insure that short term rental properties are maintained in an appropriate manner and are managed in such a way as to not become a nuisance to adjacent property owners. The proposed amendment for short term rentals was tabled and the Council will be working with the Planning Commission to get clarification on how best to proceed. A public hearing on this issue will be scheduled prior to any final decision on short term rentals.
The next City Council meeting will be held on April 3rd at 7:00 PM.