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City of Centerville Planning and Zoning Commission May 7, 2024 8:30am-9:30am and between 3:30pm-4:30p.m. Mr. Pacyna discussed the level of service, noting traffic during peak times, the traffic forecast, and the number of trips that the development would likely add in phase one and phase two of the project (should the property to the south develop). Mr. Pacyna noted that the first phase of development would generate 750 daily trips and the second phase would generate about 1250 trips per day; he noted that westbound traffic queues would increase during peak hours for about a 15-minute period. Mr. Pacyna also discussed mitigation options within the next 3-5 years, which could include a roundabout, mini roundabout, or signal reconfiguration. Questions from the Commission on the Traffic Study Commissioner Seppala asked what a mini roundabout would do to the cityÓs master plan, how much land it would require, and if KellyÓs Korner would go away. Mr. Pacyna explained that a mini roundabout is a little larger than a cul-de-sac and that it would likely be pushed north to avoid business impacts on the south side. Mr. Pacyna added that further discussions would occur with the county about mitigation options. Administrator Statz added that he shared the traffic study with the County, and they thought even a regular roundabout could fit in the space. Commissioner McCabe asked about safety with pedestrians crossing in a roundabout. Mr. Pacyna explained that signals are more straightforward, but roundabouts and signals both provide for safe pedestrian crossings. There are abilities to further enhance crossings like (regular rapid flashing beacon (RFP). Administrator Statz added that safety is very important and in talking with the school the number of kids walking from the south is minimal; the school is only aware of 15 students walking. Commissioner Kalina said she noticed there were a lot of people walking across the path that goes behind the property, so they were crossing a four-way street; adding that there were students and families with strollers walking the trail. Administrator Statz clarified that the information he received is that there arenÓt students whose main mode of transportation to school are walking from the south. Administrator Statz also added that staff would work with the county on drawings in the near future. Presentation from The Developer Marcus Ebert with Ebert Companies thanked the Commission and staff for presenting their project. He said that Ebert Companies is a local developer, and they like to build high end market rate projects. Mr. Ebert added that they are long-term holders who hold their properties for a long time, not just a couple of years. They work with a family operator locally, who has a similar vision, with the same mindset. Mr. Ebert said they want to be a part of the Centerville community; he added that they appreciated the opportunity to attend an open house where they could share their story with residents and get to know the people in Centerville Î he said they love Centerville for the same reason everyone else does Î itÓs a great community, with great people, great tradition, and they are excited to be part of a project and the community. Questions from the Commission to the Developer Commissioners Seppala and Kalina asked the developer how a 104-unit apartment building will keep the small-town feel. Mr. Ebert said that they are trying to track residents that are moving to Centerville to promote this, realizing it will not be the same as a single-family home. Mr. Ebert added they will do their best to maintain the small-town feel. Page 3 of 17