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parking has been reserved to cities under People vs. Garth. Ms. O'Brien believed that the majority of the recreational vehicle owners are considerate of their surrounding neighbors and park their RVs behind fences on private property or stored off-site. A change in the law will not affect the majority of the public, but only those who do not care about the property rights or feelings of others. It will definitely enhance the quality of life for those of have been abused by an uncaring few. Mr. Chris Kelly, 1095 Touriga Place, owner of the RV referred to by Mrs. O'Brien, indicated the O'Briens park in front of his house. He described his RV as a 21 ft. Sunrader, which he says is only slightly longer than a 3/4 ton truck or van. The RV is maintained and ready to make a trip at any time or to be used as a source of food and shelter in case of a catastrophe. Mr. Kelly stated all his vehicles are licensed and operahie, which is not the case with some of the O'Brien vehicles, one of which is parked in front of Mr. Kelly's home. Ms. Mohr suggested mediation of the problem by City staff members. Mrs. O'Brien was willing to try mediation, but indicated her belief that the bigger issue is a city-wide problem which should be addressed. Ms. Michelotti asked why the Kellys and O'Briens don't switch vehicles and park in front of their own homes. Mr. Tarver believed the real issue is whether the City Council should regulate RV parking in neighborhoods. He suggested off-site storage to Mr. Kelly. Mr. Kelly responded that he preferred to have his RV at home so it was ready for a trip at any time. Mrs. Linda Kelly, 1095 Touriga Place, presented a pamphlet prepared by the Good Sam Motoring Club entitled "Parking Rights". There are approximately 400 members of Good Sam ,;: Pientnnrnn .~he offered to obtain copies for Councij to review. .~he rei~ted the fact that' there are only two RV storage facilities in the area and out of 500 spaces, only 19 are available. Other areas offer parking on dirt lots. This causes the RVs to get very dirty and causes more time to make the vehicle ready for a trip. She further explained that it takes approximately 72 hours to get an RV ready for a trip and in that time it is necessary to have the RV level in order to operate the refrigerator. Mr. Tarver asked if the RV could be parked in the driveway except when preparing for a trip.'? ' Mrs. O'Brien stated this has been going on four years and the situation is unacceptable to her. 01/03/95 -8-