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I I. I I I I I I I Ie I I I I I I I I" I ARDEN lllLLS CITY COUNCIL - Anrill O. 1995 10 Mr. Casey indicated that the preliminary report of the Rice Creek Watershed District is mute if the Environmental Policy Act is followed, noting there may be a potential for significant environmental impact. Mr. Casey felt the gaps in information needed, would be provided by an EA W. Mr. Price requested the petitioners to show impact. Mayor Probst indicated the Council Chambers was not a Court of Law, and requested any additional statements be in regard to new information relevant to this case. He indicated the City Council is present to review information and determine if an EA W is to be ordered.. He then invited the audience to make any additional comments at this time. Mr. Bob Mullin, 1793 Gramsie Road, believed that the impact should not only be on environment, but on pure space. Mr. ShrankIer indicated the Rice Creek Watershed District will not make its final findings until May 4, and after the decision of an EA W has been determined. He noted the assessment was not only an environmental assessment, but also a soil assessment. Mr. Dan Ogren, 466 Old Farm Road, indicated he is not in favor of an EA W, because a wetland has not yet been identified on the northeast comer. Mr. Ogren also indicated he believed that the cost of the EA W should not be imposed on the developer. Mr. Ogren indicated he did not sign an application with the understanding of ordering an EA W, Mr. Ogren indicated the delay will not prevent him from developing the land, either with townhomes or single family detached homes. Mr. Ogren indicated he would pursue the development until it is done. Ms. Angela Hames, 1839 Venus Avenue, inquired as to the cost of an EAW. Mr. Fritsinger indicated the cost could range from hundreds to thousands of dollars. Ms, Hames indicated she understands business issues, but with the admitted dedication to the environment of Mr. Ogren, would not the money be well spent particularly ifhe desires the best possible project available. Ms. Canniff indicated the desires of the whole community needs to be considered. She noted the flooding in the Red River Valley, and expressed concern that similar problems will occur in this area, She expressed concern that the oaks would be destroyed during development.