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Mr. Grochala explained that Shoreview is at capacity and Lino Lakes has capacity within our <br />system to service this area. <br />Mr. Colgan stated that the Hodgson area is not a pretty intersection for entering into Lino Lakes. <br />He stated that first impressions are very important. Mr. Grochala agreed and stated that the area <br />is the third most used intersection in the city. He also noted that the City Council had identified <br />this as a priority area for redevelopment. . <br />Mr. Kohler asked if any properties are for sale on the west side of Hodgson. Mr. Grochala <br />explained that there is some interest in selling the current owners are content to stay and operate <br />their existing businesses. <br />No changes to the land use designation was proposed by EDAC. <br />Site I - Hodgson Road and Birch Street <br />Mr. Grochala explained the background and history of the site and why it is currently empty. <br />Mr. Masonick stated that it will have to be residential based on the access issues. Mr. Vojtech <br />stated that he would like to see high density residential at the site. EDAC recommended the site <br />be reguided as high density residential. <br />Site 1C - South of 62t" Street from Ware Road to Hollv Drive <br />Mr. Grochala explained that this site is highlighted for utility staging purposes mainly. <br />Mr. Masonick asked if 62nd Street has utilities and stated that it looks like there is a lot of <br />wetland. Mr. Grochala concurred and explained that the west half of the area is ready to be <br />served. He continued stating that there was an interest in some development but that there were <br />too many impediments and the parcels were sold as 10 acres sites and homes built on them. <br />Mr. Masonick asked if utilities are being provided to those homes already on 62nd Street. <br />Mr. Grochala explained that sewer is only extended for developments with urban densities. <br />However connection is allowed if an onsite septic system is failing. <br />EDAC agreed with slitting this area for staging purposes made sense do to the large wetland <br />complex. <br />Site 2A - Sod Farms Area <br />Mr. Grochala presented the sod farm area in the NW and the current guidance for the area. <br />Mr. Colgan stated that the area will develop as the market strengthens and should require less <br />stewardship from the city in terms of facilitating development. <br />