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