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. .Minutee of Regular Council Meeting January 11, 1983 'Page Seven In responee, Mr. Baker said we want access to the woods for walks; don't want any thing to get in the way; we recognize the need for links, but the neighbors also have needs. Shea said the link is needed; it will be more difficult and more expeneive to construct without the building; it is not feasible to construct it underground. . Number of units considered to be acceptable ty Council members were: Hicks - 44 not acceptable McAllister - 40, if northeast building is eliminated Christiansen - 44 units Mulcahy - 44 units Woodburn - 40 units McAllister eaid she has difficulty with the neighborhood feeling that they have rightful access to traverse the woods and gardens of Presbyterian Homes, which ie private property. Baker said we don't want this to end. Hagstrom noted an alternate pathway from the east neighborhood along the lake and around the main building; which is also open to area residents. Hagstrom eaid they try to allow outside accese, but do have to control it at times; noted that a compromise must be reached; stated their first consideration is for the elderly residente; explained it is important for the home to link up our people; noted there are about two miles of pathways, even if the link is built ae proposed; links must have security doors. Reid said he is confident the desired linkage can be planned with the neighbors and re-designed; feels the grade can be adjusted for the connection. It wae stated that 44 units was considered to be our bottom line; if we can work out something at 40 units, we will if it is feas- ible. Miller noted that the alternate access drive has not been Aie- cussed; explained that a boulevard access (2 16' wide lanes) was recommended for aesthetic reasons; City Engineer prefers a 32' wide single driveway acceas. Miller eaid he feels 32' is wider than necessary for the anticipated traffic; noted this access ie also the existing service access to Sutton Place; noted that either would no doubt be acceptable to the Fire Chief. Mulcahy moved, seconded by Hicke, to table the motion. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). . North End Neighborhood Concerns Mr. Ed Reid reported that he met with some of the Sandeen Road residents; was surprised at what they actually see looking across to the Presbyterian Homes property; noted he was not aware of how this area wae viewed prior to his recent on-site meetings. Reid explained that a service area has been created; trucks and buses are parked there, semi-trucks enter here and deliver perishables to the lake side of the main building (kitchens); area is also used to park about 20 cars. Reid said he proposee to construct a 6'-8' high berm which, when planted, will provide a acreen from a portion of the parking and storage area, and also cut the noiee for the neighbors. Reid said they basically have agreed with this solution. Reid said he can- not hide the access area, but propos~evergreen planting on a 4'- 5'berm to help buffer the view and the sound of air conditioner. Reid said the delivery system to the lake side of the resident building has been discussed with our board; appears it can be re- duced, but do not know if they can be eliminated entirely. -7-