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City Council meeting minutes of May 8, 1996 There would be a possible 3 stop signs in the development, the curve roads would force people to slow down when driving down them. Tony Emrich stated that there had been some question as to the park property and are looking for the council's opinion for the park dedication. They are also looking for approval for this type of concept. Primary question being the "Greenway ", if this is what the city wants for park property. Kevin Fogerty, P &R committee member, stated that there are two primary purposes for the "Greenway ". One, better water quality and secondly wildlife. P &R has expressed concern as to who will maintain this greenway. Mr. Fogerty also stated that P &R does not want the Greenway as park dedication property. The council also expressed some concerns for having park property next to the creek. Councilmember Buckbee stated that she likes the concept of the PUD and open spaces. Mr. Harrison also added the Met Council also likes these types of developments in communities. This high density would assist Centerville in the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act. Mr. Larry Olson, engineer for the project, stated that the wetland delineation has not come back yet, therefore changes may occur in the project. It would still allow to have half the total project open. Mr. Harrison stated that the utilities may not necessarily follow the streets or right of ways, they would be in straight lines. He added that easements would be given. Mr. Nyberg stated that because of the soils in Centerville causing to push up the pipes if they are not put in a subgrade. Mayor Wilharber stated he liked the concept but still has a problem with the private streets abutting the undeveloped property. Mr. Quigley stated they have been talking to the property owners. Councilmember Brenner asked about sidewalks or trailways. Mr. Harrison stated that walkways could be weaved throughout the project. If the trailway was through the association part it would be maintained by the association. Mr. Fogerty stated that P &R would like to see some sort of trail system to allow access to Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park. Councilmember Powers - Rasmussen stated that she would like to see a park in the southeast comer of the project to service the residents in the Center Oaks development. Consensus of the Council: Powers - Rasmussen: likes it but wants continuity in the trail plan. Brenner: likes it, creates density, life cycle, creativity, not in favor of the greenway. Buckbee: ditto. Wilharber: agrees with the rest of the council but would like to see the sidewalk issue addressed. CC5- 8MM.WPS 7