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<br /> , . <br /> , <br /> 2 -. <br /> (4) The RGU responds to the comments received and makes a decision on the . <br /> need for an E]S based on the EA W, comments received and the responses <br /> to the comments. The RGU and other units of government may require . <br /> modifications to the project to mitigate environmental impacts as disclosed <br /> through the EA W process. . <br /> When is an EA W Required? <br /> An EA W is required for any project listed in the "mandatory EA W categories" of the EQB I <br /> rules. ]t is staffs' position that this project does not fall under any of these categories and a <br /> mandatory EA W is not required. . <br /> ]f the preparation of an EA W is neither mandatory nor exempted the City has the option to <br /> prepare an EA W. The City may elect this option if it finds that available evidence indicates I <br /> that the project "may have the potential for significant environmental effects." <br /> Who Prepares the EA Wand Who Pavs for Its Costs? . <br /> The proposer of the project provides the required data or information to the City. It is the -. <br /> RGU (City of Arden Hills) duty to complete the EA W form. <br /> The cost of the EA W will be borne by the developer. The City requires the developer to pay . <br /> all associated fees incurred by the City or its consultants as it relates to a project. <br /> Staff Recommendation I <br /> ]n reviewing the Petition and the issues yet to be resolved on this project, the completion of <br /> an EA W presents an opportunity to take a closer look at the site and to better provide more . <br /> detailed information about the potential environmental impacts which will assist in the <br /> analysis of the project. <br /> Staff would recommend the Council consider a motion directing Staff to hire a firm to . <br /> complete the EA W for the proposed townhome project. <br /> . <br /> . <br /> . <br /> -. <br /> . <br />