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Attachment F At the request of Member Daire, Mr. Paschke advised that the depth of rain gardens and ponds would vary, and their design still pending as part of the preliminary design process, with the City's Engineering Department reviewing that design based on storm water calculations and how water was directed into the rain gardens and/or ponds from the overall site or area. Mr. Paschke advised that, while this review is an ongoing process at the staff level, it would not be finalized until a Final Plat and design came forward. At the request of Member Daire, Mr. Paschke advised that, with few exceptions based on their specifics, the City was not supportive of fencing around drainage ponds or rain gardens based on them being more of a hindrance if emergency rescue operations were required. Member Murphy referenced the traffic study included in the staff report (Attachment E) and expressed his appreciation for providing that information. However, in reviewing it, Member Murphy noted that the full report was not included, specifically references to Table 4. Mr. Paschke apologized for that omission, and displayed the Table in question for the Commission's and public's review; with the table showing 2016 intersection capacity analyses for morning and afternoon peak hours, and current and projected levels of service and projected delays if any for Dale Street/Lovell Avenue and Dale Street/Cope Avenue. Member Boguszewski observed that there was no change projected; and also expressed his appreciation for including the traffic study in materials, even though not required. Applicant representatives were present, but had no comment beyond staff's presentation. Chair Gisselquist closed Public Hearing at approximately 7:48 p.m.; with no one appearing for or against. Member Boguszewski spoke in support of the proposal; and opined, with consensus of the fellow commissioners, that most of the substantive questions and issues had been reviewed at the previous meeting, and this approval was more of a formality. MOTION Member Boguszewski moved, seconded by Member Murphy to recommend to the City Council APPROVAL of the proposed PRELIMINARY PLAT of Fire House Addition; based on the comments and findings of Sections 4-6 and the recommendation of Section 7 of the staff report dated April 10, 2014. Ayes: 7 Nays: 0 Abstentions: Motion carried.