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I I. I I I I I I I I- I I I I I I I Ie I ,MID.EN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SE~1:EMBER 11, 1995 6 Ms. Holmes expressed concern regarding net density, the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning and Easement in her memo to the Council. Ms. Doris c..nniff, 3946 Glenview, expressed concern regarding that by building on the site those buyers who purchase homes may have problems. She was afraid the City would have to cover the cost, if the development is not successful. Ms. Canniff indicated the residents wish for the area to stay the same. She feels the site is not appropriate for building, but is more of a swamp like or wetland area Mr. Roger Aiken, 4360 Hamline, felt the EA W was inadequate and an EIS was necessary. Mr. Aiken felt pertinent information was not addressed in the EA W, such as; wildlife concerns, traffic, future impact, etc. He did not believe some questions were resolved, such as control of the private road, pipe/culvert responsibilities, etc. Mr. Aiken felt in the Staffs report, they mentioned upholding the Shoreland Requirements, but he believed the minimum lot size of20,000 square feet and 30% density should also be upheld. Mr. Aiken felt the watershed area had been changed, which has not been reviewed. Mr. Aiken urged the Council to delay their decision. Ms. Sharon Turgeon, 1777 Venns Avenue, indicated she had previously addressed the Planning Commission regarding this issue. She felt there should be an archaeological study of the site. She noted the Minnesota Historical Society recommended that a site survey be taken. She believes this site has good potential for unreported properties because it is near a lake and settlements are known to be on hilltops. Ms. Turgeon noted this survey would not be drastic and the cost most likely under $2,000. She felt this issue should be addressed before the hilltop is removed. Mr. Joe V odonik, 1723 Glenview, expressed concern for the lake levels and flooding. He inquired who would take the responsibility should the site flood after development. Hilda Reynold, 1645 Glenview Court, indicated the site flooded twice last year. She noted more trees will be removed and there will be less to absorb the water. Ms. Billie Schacht, 1683 West County Road F, inquired if the property is owned by Mr. Ogren or is the ownership still pending. She also asked if the Council was listening to the comments and concerns of the residents.