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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, July 11, 2016 Page 37 vised that they had looked at homes in other areas of the community, but their ra- tionale in asking for the subdivision is based on their love for the neighborhood. Ms. Menke advised that they intended to preserve as many trees as possible; and recognized and were aware of grading issues and some development of the prop- erty below street level. However, as noted before, Ms. Menke reiterated that this drainage issues was clearly not their personal need to resolve, but up to the city to do so; and assured the City Council that they didn't do anything nor did they plan to do anything to make that drainage situation worse. Ms. Menke noted their part in helping to maintain the area as wetland. At the request of Councilmember Etten, Ms. Menke confirmed their intent to build their new home on the southern portion of the parcel. Mayor Roe thanked Ms. Menke for her comments, and opened the public hearing at approximately 10:07 p.m. Public Comment As noted with the last application, joint written comment was included (RCA Ex- hibit D) dated Jun3 28, 2016 from Carl c4� Charity Willis, 1885 Gluek Lane c�nd Jim & Jan House at 1896 Gluek Lane specific to this request and the next appli- cation; both expressing concern for and seeking a clear zcnclerstanding of storm- wc�ter drainage impacts. ' Steve McLoon, 1920 Gluek Lane Mr. McLoon reiterated previous comments, and areas under water last week based on the displayed map. If a home is built at this proposed location, Mr. McLoon asked where that stormwater would go. Jim House, 1895 Gluek Lane (Written comments received as part of the record). Being the property immediately adjacent, Mr. House reiterated his concerns and those of his neighbor. As part of those concerns, Mr. House provided photos he had taken within 3-4 months of moving into the property and comparison photos in 2011 when the entire area was flooded, including the street. Mr. House utilized a Ramsey County aerial map to see the evolution of development in this area and area storm ditch and easement areas shown. If the intent is to fill in a portion of the site below the road for another home, Mr. House opined there was the need to mitigate that stormwater drainage elsewhere. Mr. House addressed another concern was already dangerous corner at Gluek Lane and the roadway circle, and safety concerns to pedestrians and bicycles, that would only increase with more development. Mr. House proposed additional mit- igation (e.g. tree removal) to improve sight lines in that area. Mayor Roe closed the public hearing at approximately 10:10 p.m.,