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Mr. March stated the Eagle Pass Second Addition consists of20 units and suggested cutting the density in half to lessen the exposure to poor workmanship. Mayor Swedberg indicated this would be one option but stated within this development there is still a 24-foot roadway, which was a concern within the First Addition. He explained concern for the high density abutting the existing single- family homes with no transitioning space or buffer provided. Mayor Swedberg noted he feels this development needs a higher quality design. He questioned if the density and lot sizes were appropriate. Council Member Broussard Vickers noted this Addition was rezoned a PUD, which allows for smaller lots with a higher density. Doug Amt, 6985 Meadow Court, indicated he was from the Parkview neighborhood. He indicated his neighborhood was not happy with the proposed Eagle Pass Second Addition development and increased density. Mr. Amt noted the buffers proposed are extremely weak at this time. He added that the townhomes near Parkview are extremely close to the lot lines. Mr. Amt suggested 13 units versus the 20 units proposed to relieve some of the congestion and density issues. He reviewed a petition from the Parkview residents with regard to the low amount of buffering provided and small side yard setbacks. Bert Casper, 6979 Eagle Trail, commented that attorneys and governmental officials are not extremely helpful to residents in most cases. He indicated the focus has been lost from the residents. Mr. Casper encouraged the Council to take advantage of the clout the City holds and enforce all violations with the builder. He noted the safety and welfare of the citizens was at risk at this time due to the lack of streetlights within his neighborhood. Mr. Casper suggested the Council look into this item and act on these items for the well being of the residents. Brian Carlson, 1771 Meadow Lane, agreed with the comments from Mr. Amt. He stated unit #9 is currently placed 13 feet off his lot line, which would not allow for much of a berm or area for buffering. Mr. Carlson suggested these lots be reconfigured to allow for all involved to have a yard. He added that traffic would be increased along Meadow Lane with increased density and noted this could be a safety concern. Tracey Halstrom, 6960 Dupre Road, noted she was the secretary of one of the townhome associations. Ms. Halstrom indicated she was before the Council in the past to address issues within the development. She noted Eagle Pass First Addition was designed to be a unique development, but has now turned into numerous safety and welfare concerns. Ms. Halstrom indicated the City has some issues that can be enforced and encouraged the Council to take an initiative to enforce these items. She noted there were 59 townhomes and 18 twinhomes within this development. Ms. Halstrom noted this was a large association for the City to deal with. She indicated all common space will soon be the responsibility of the association, but noted the association does not want it left in the condition it is in right now with debris and weeds left as they are. 5 of 11