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Council Liaison Broussard Vickers questioned whether Mr. Schoberlein had a driveway easement and, if so, where it was located. Mr. Schoberlein stated that he drives straight out to Centerville Road. Mr. John Lundbald, 6904 Centerville Road, stated that he had a valid easement that was part of the legal description for his property. Mr. March indicated it may be easier to address the driveway access issue by eliminating a couple of lots and centering the (2) two homes on the cul-de-sac at the north end of the development to provide better access for the two (2) properties in question. Mr. March stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission needed to determine whether the development met the requirements of a PUD and either approve, deny, or table action. Commissioner LaMotte questioned the sewer force main running to the north of the development. Mr. March stated that the Met. Council owned the force main and was in the process of replacing the piping in that area. Mr. Joe Schwartz, 6882 Centerville Road, stated that he had concerns regarding the proposed trail that would run along his property. Mr. Schwartz stated that moved to Centerville to be outside of the inner city and was upset that the development was coming. Mr. Mike Carter, 6913 Sumac Court, stated that it could be possible for the development to have houses in place prior to the opening of the new school, which concerned him. Mr. Carter expressed a desire to have a park located within the development rather than receiving park dedication fees. Mr. Carter felt that a park was necessary to prevent children from crossing Main Street to go to the nearest park. Mr. Carter also expressed concern for increased traffic on Center Street. Ole Mersinger, 6936 Tourville Circle, expressed his concern for the safety of the children along Center Street if traffic volume is increased. Mr. Hannah, Ground Development, offered to amend the submitted plans to R-2 which would increase the minimum lot size if the City could guarantee approval of the plans by December 15, 2000. Mr. Hannah stated that if the City were unable to come to tenns by December 15, 2000, Ground Development would not be developing the area. Mr. March advised the Commission against making any commitments to an R-2 plan since there would need to be a public hearing on the matter. Mr. Schwartz stated that he had received information from the previous owner of his property, which led him to believe, the area next to his lot would not be developed as it was a nature area and that was reason he purchased the property. Commissioner Brainard stated that it is the responsibility of property owner to research many areas prior to purchasing property, such as school district, sewer and water, undeveloped land nearby, etc. Commissioner Brainard stated that it is unreasonable to think the area would stay undeveloped in a growing community. Mr. Carter stated that in his opinion, Ground Development was pressuring the City to agree to their terms by a specific date.