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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 26, 2007 Montour felt that the density proposed does not fit into the character of the area, which consists of large lots. Montour stated that he also did not want the development to landlock any properties. Montour stated that he did not want to see the LaBore Road area develop via several cul-de-sacs coming in from LaBore Road. McGraw felt that the cul-de-sac length was not an issue as it is a temporary cul-de-sac. He also noted that there are many extremely long cul-de-sacs in the City. McGraw felt that as long as the cul-de-sac radius was wide enough to ensure that emergency vehicles can turn around, that would address any safety concerns. McGraw agreed that future development access has to be provided to adjacent properties. He noted that at the Planning Commission meeting one homeowner to the west of this plat indicated that she would like to develop her property. McGraw asked what would be the next step. The City Planner indicated that if the Preliminary Plat is approved, the developer would then apply for Final Plat. At the Final Plat review, the City would ensure that all development conditions are met. If the Preliminary Plat is not approved, the developer essentially starts over. McGraw asked if the City could require that it identify the trees that need to be saved. Blesener suggested that this could be a condition of approval of the Preliminary Plat. The City Planner indicated that the City could make a finding that this is an environmentally sensitive area and require a tree inventory. The City Administrator noted that trees would be removed when the developer grades the property for roadways and utilities. He noted that as part of the Gervais Hills development, the City required a tree inventory and that the developer make significant efforts to save as many trees as possible. Yet, a number of trees were removed due to overall site grading needed to address drainage, utilities, etc. Keis stated that he believes the property will be developed. It is just a matter of working out the acceptable details. The City Administrator commented that with regard to Mr. Himmelbach's comments about dumping that occurred onto his property by Mr. Richie, he was not sure that the City could require the developer clean up the Himmelbach land. He indicated that when grading of the Richie property occurs, however, any dumping that is discovered on the Richie property must be cleaned up. Encroachments that may have occurred in the past on the Himmelbach property are a civil matter. Keis agreed that this would be a civil matter that the City should not be involved in. 17