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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 28, 2005 Laws. The Administrator indicated thaC if there is contamination encountered during construction, it will have to be dealt with. Keis noted that if contamination is found, then Magellan and the PCA will have to address it. The Administrator agreed. He noted that Little Canada has no provision in its code to require that soil testing be done to determine whether or not there is contamination. David Brausen, Viking Drive, noted that his property abuts the area at the end of the proposed cul-de-sac. He pointed out that there is no buffer between his backyard and the proposed Preserve Court. Brausen asked if something changed with Che Magellan pipeline and its easement, whether or not he could subdivide off the back of his loC. Blesener replied Chat there would be that potential. It was noted that Brausen would have a cul-de-sac lot which would require 75 feet of width at the building line, noC at Che street. It was further noted, however, Chat the Magellan pipeline easement runs through this area, thus impacting the ability to subdivide the property. Tom Kelly, Viking Drive, pointed out that he has a shed on his property thaC was part of the clean up of a previous pipeline leak. Kelly stated that it is his understanding that during consri~uction, should he smell gas, this could be an indication of contaminated soils and he should call to report it. The City Administrator again commented that there is no provision in the City's code to require testing. If contamination is encountered, it is his understanding that the PCA should be called. Dan Arcand, Viking Drive, noted that the proposed development will put a road on Chree sides of his property as well as a tiered retaining wall along the back. Arcand expressed opposition to the development as well as concern about the development's impact on the ecology of the area. Arcand pointed out That this area is currently an ecological gem, and the loss of nearly all the trees and the addition of rooftops will destroy this area. Arcand stated that he did not see the development as a common sense move. He pointed out that the woods and swamp are a hidden jewel. Arcand stated that he was deeply concerned about the impact this development will have on the area as well as concerned abouC Che pipeline. Arcand stated that the Preliminary Plat should never have been approved, and he would hope thaC the City Council does not approve the Final Plat. There was no one else present from the general public wishing to comment on this matter. 22