06-09-2022 Planning Commission Packet

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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 5, 2022 4 Mr. Rudolph asked if there would be a four way stop at Allen and Vanderbie or whether it would just stop traffic at Vanderbie, and Allen would continue to be a through street. Mr. Rudolph commented on push button units that have flashing lights to alert drivers of crossing pedestrians. He recognized the high cost but believed that would help to reduce the potential for an accident between a vehicle and pedestrian. He commented that his property still uses private well for water and asked how this development would impact the aquafer he draws his water from. He found it hard to believe that the two ponds would infiltration the same amount of water that the open land does. Commissioner Johnson asked if the land was previously functioning farmland and whether the farm was irrigated. It was noted that the land was not watered in that manner. John, 3075 Edgerton Street, stated that he owns the property immediately north of the powerline on Edgerton. He stated that if it worked, he would sell a portion of that to provide an access from the development to Edgerton. He stated that he spoke with his neighbor to the south and she was in agreement as well. Jackie Durand, 3043 Edgerton, stated that her entire backyard faces the subject property, and she has enjoyed the open space for many years. She stated that she does not enjoy change but recognized the person that owns the property has decided to retire and it is inevitable that the property will be developed. She appreciated the lower density on the south side of the development and the additional access point. She asked if a berm or fencing could be installed along the property line between the development and existing residents in her area. She noted her preference for that buffer to be provided through landscaping rather than fencing. She believed that this development is the lesser of evils that could be proposed for the site, as higher density could be proposed as could a lower quality product. She believed that this development would be higher quality than the alternative of apartments or commercial development. She believed that the inclusion of an HOA would ensure this development would remain nice. She commented that she supports the development as long as there can be additional buffering for the existing residents. Karen Plessel, corner of Vanderbie and Allen, stated that her home is small compared to the scale of the homes proposed and agreed a berm would be helpful to provide screening. She referenced the sidewalk that is proposed and had concern with two trees on her property that would perhaps have to be removed to make room. She also asked if she would be tasked to keep the sidewalk in front of her home clean. Christian Torkelson, 2995 Vanderbie Street, stated that he would hope that if this is approved there is focus on traffic calming measures going south, suggesting bump outs and street tree lining.