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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 14, 2007 Sagert asked about the inclusion of the Hanson property in the development. Knudsen indicated that it would be the Hanson's decision whether or not to participate in the platting of this property. He noted that the way that the concept is laid out, there would be two phases of development, the first without the Hanson property and the second including the Hanson property. Ray Hanson noted that he has not yet decided whether he will participate in the plat, and noted that there are some title issues with a long, narrow strip of land that he owns on the east side of his large lot. Hanson indicated that if they decide to participate, they would retain the lot on his their home sits, and that lot would have about a 400 foot depth. Hanson went on to describe the existing soil conditions of the area. Knudsen noted that the issues raised this evening relate to the length of the cul-de-sac, drainage and ponding requirements, and tree preservation. Duray noted that there may be a problem with the configuration of Lot 1, and suggested that if a pond is necessary, this lot may be a good location for that pond. The City Planner reviewed his June 7, 2007 report noting the five issues that he identified in that report. Knudsen suggested that the developer look at a slightly lower density that would result in less impact on existing trees. Knudsen felt it might be a reasonable compromise to allow a slighting longer than 500 foot cul-de-sac in return for larger lots. ELECTRONIC The City Planner presented information obtained from the City of AND DIGITAL Minnetonka on electronic and digital sign technology which he reviewed SIGN with the Commission. The Planner felt that the approach taken by TECHNOLOGY Minnetonka was a good one, and suggested based on this information he put together a draft ordinance for the Commission's consideration. The Planner noted that the City's moratorium on freeway signage expires in September. Knudsen felt the issue bears evaluation and consideration and that Little Canada should not just mirror the Minnetonka ordinance. Knudsen asked the Planner to give the Commission some context for whatever language he will propose as well as options based on how aggressive or conservative the City wants to be on the issue. The City Planner indicated that he will put together a draft ordinance noting the divergent paths that Little Canada should consider versus the Minnetonka language. He noted that it is his understanding that the 13-