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Public Works Director Mazzitello stated he was not seeking a specific distance at this time, but rather was seeking greater flexibility in order to pursue a context-appropriate lighting plan. Commissioner Monson anticipated this was very important language to the City given how the County does not light any of its other streets. She understood the language could be made more reasonable, but the City was very specific with the lighting requirements for a reason. The consensus of the JDA was to request the County to complete a photometric plan that includes trail lighting with context appropriate language that the JDA could react to at a future meeting. Commissioner Jebens-Singh asked if this project could move forward without action from the US Army. Public Works Director Mazzitello reported the project could not move forward until coordination has been completed with the US Army. Commissioner Miller questioned who would pay for the relocation of the TGRS system. Public Works Director Mazzitello explained this was included in the estimated costs for site preparation. Commissioner Weber asked what information the County needs from the US Army. Mr. Fosmo stated he was seeking information on the design details of the TGRS system and he needed to know what the US Army wants out of this system going forward. He discussed how work and communication with the Army’s consultant has been delayed since the government shutdown. Public Works Director Mazzitello indicated the Army was very aware of the information the County has requested. Chair Wicklund stated it appears this project could be stalled without further action from the US Army. Public Works Director Mazzitello stated that per a clause in the property title the Army cannot impede development of the property. Chair Wicklund recommended the strategy with the US Army be well thought thru to ensure no gaslighting occurred. Commissioner Jebens-Singh suggested the Advisory Team discuss this topic. Chair Wicklund supported this recommendation. b. Discuss Hybrid Developer Approach Director Mitchell stated at the December work session, the JDA reviewed a summary of responses to the Request for Information and asked staff for more information on a so-called “hybrid” developer approach. Staff and consultants have started to analyze the implications of this approach in comparison to the previous approach of working with a single lead developer