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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 24, 2007 proposed pond. Johnson reported that grade con•ections will be done so that water will drain into the pond He also noted that storm sewer will be installed as will curb and gutter. McGraw asked about the impact of the grading on existing trees. McGraw stated that he was concerned that grading on the Richie property will damage the root systems of trees on adjacent properties. Johnson stated that they will be doing a tree inventory, and could locate additional trees on the Quam property, if Mr. Quam will allow them to do so. This inventory will identify trees that must be saved and help identify grade limits. Keis asked if the lot areas will be clear cut. He also asked that the developer save as many trees as possible. Johnson again indicated that a tree inventory will be done and the developer will save as many trees as possible. If necessary, retaining walls could be added to help save trees. Johnson pointed out that it is to the benefit of the developer to save as many trees as possible as this makes the lots more valuable. The City Attorney noted that the Public Hearing on the Preliminary Plat for Richie Place was closed at the September 26"' Council meeting. Tom Roycraft indicated that whatever action the Council takes with regard to this plat is a vote for the future. Roycraft felt that to allow a cul-de-sac over 1,000 feet in length would be opening up a Pandora's box. Roycraft also expressed concern on whether or• not the developer had the financial wherewithal to see this development through to completion. Blesener noted that the City will require a letter of credit to ensure that infrastructure improvements are completed and put in to meet City standards. John Gores asked if the stub street to the east would be paved. Montour replied that it would likely stay as a grass area. Gores stated that he would like to see the engineering that has been done for the drainage, noting that the ravine area runs across his property. The City Administrator indicated that the City Engineer can furnish the Gores with the data that it has at this point. He noted that this information will likely be revised as the project moves to Final Plat. Gores indicated that he wanted all comments that he has made at previous meetings of the Planning Commission and the City Council relative to Richie Place incorporated into the record. Quam felt that the Preliminary Plat as proposed would change the feel of the area. He did not believe the density was right for this environmentally 24