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1 Mr. Paschke noted that it was the intent of the Design Plans as overarching themes, 2 not to require full compliance, but to guide overall development principles and goals. 3 Discussion continued on comments from the neighborhood meeting, with Mr. Fabel 4 advising that the conversations were encouraging, with some in attendance from 5 outside the adjacent neighborhood, and others living on the northeast corner of 6 Langton Lake, and providing for a great discussion. Mr. Fabel advised that they 7 expressed their expectations and comments, with no specific concerns repeated, but 8 appeared to be more as a learning opportunity about the project, with their apparent 9 general support of the project. 10 Commissioner Wozniak noted the numerous trash containers on surrounding 1 1 industrial properties and their detraction from the development site; and suggested 12 that staff take a closer look at enforcing codes in the redevelopment area to enhance 13 the office park. 14 Mr. Baker offered his support of such enforcement, on behalf of the developer, 1 S Public Comment 16 Dean Maschka, 1695 Millwood Avenue 17 Mr. Maschka opined that it was a historical fact that when such an improvement was 18 made, other properties followed suit. Mr. Maschka spoke highly of this local firm and 19 their other quality projects to-date, and encouraged the Commission to support and 20 approve this project. 21 Lillian Chiarella, 1708 Millwood Avenue (86 years old -with Dean Maschka) 22 Ms. Chiarella noted her observations over the years regarding the Twin Lakes 23 Redevelopment Area, and the many ideas, some expressed vociferously. Ms. 24 Chiarella opined that Roseville needed good jobs, and a project of this proposed 25 quality would attract more businesses of the same caliber. Ms. Chiarella further 26 opined that McGough was a "class outfit," with an impeccable reputation, and were a 27 credit to the construction business; and encouraged the Commission to support this 28 project. 29 Carole Erickson, 2925 Mildred Drive 30 Ms. Erickson noted that she was among the original neighbor coalition to advocate the 31 preservation of Langton Lake; and expressed her great enthusiasm to see that 32 someone was going to pursue that preservation. Ms. Erickson thanked McGough for 33 their willingness to "bite the bullet" to facilitate this preservation. Ms. Erickson also 34 expressed concern with existing trash containers in the area, and them not being 35 enclosed; wondered if this development would encourage the construction of the Twin 36 Lakes Parkway, not just for the site, but to enhance the surrounding properties, 37 including those adjacent residential properties. Ms. Erickson encouraged developers 38 to provide for adequate holding ponds for drainage, so there was no further 39 ~ contamination of Langton Lake; and asked that the area be cleaned up to the highest 40 standard possible. Ms. Erickson offered her personal support for the project, opining 41 that while it may not be perfect, she was thrilled that someone was willing to initiate 42 development, and agreed with previous speakers that this project would encourage 43 additional development. 44 Chair Bakeman noted that the Parks and Recreation Commission was scheduled to 45 review park dedication and pedestrian connectivity issues at their upcoming meeting. 46 Chair Bakeman closed the Public Hearing. 47 MOTION 48 Member Bakeman moved, seconded by Member Doherty to CONTINUE THE 49 PUBLIC HEARING for CASE PF08-001, Request by McGough Construction, in 50 cooperation with property owner PIK Terminal, Inc., for a REZONING AND 51 GENERAL CONCEPT PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT at 2680 Prior Avenue (PIK