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Planning & Zoning Board Febrauary 13, 2019 Page 4 DRAFT MINUTES Vice Chair Root asked about the building height. Ms. Larsen noted that the building height is measured from the base of the building. Mr. Stimpson asked about soil borings Ms. Hankee noted soil borings were done at the site from a previous project and further soil borings would be done as the develpoment continued. Vice Chair Root asked about additional water runoff as a result of the increased imprevious surfaces. Ms. Hankee explained the Rice Creek Watershed District standards. Vice Chair Root addressed the concerns regarding traffic, trails and parks, and the process for future developments. Mr. Grochala noted that traffic generated from the site would be 1/3 of the trips anticipated based on the master plan study. The City has had multiple discussions with Anoka County and Ramsey County regarding road improvements from this project Mr. Laden asked if the developer was ok with the conditions listed. Mr. Fenlon noted that there were no issues. Mr. Stimpson appreciated the positive comments from the neighborhood. Mr. Stimpson appreciated the positive comments from the neighborhood, quality of Lyngblomsten, and the benefits they will bring to the community. Mr. Laden explained the Master Plan gave the board the ability to say yes or no to projects for this site. Mr. Laden encourages the Council and staff to look at other sites in the City that are in need of a Master Plan. Mr. Laden made a MOTION to recommend approval of the Rezoning, Planned Unit Development, and Prelimiary Plat for Lyngblomsten Senior Living Community. Motion was supported by Mr. Evenson. Motion carried 5-0. VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Project updates Michael Grochala, Community Development Director, presented project updates. The City will be building a 1.5 million gallon water tower on the City’s recreational complex site and the City Council is doing master planning for the remainder of that area. City Council approved Main Street Shoppes 2nd Addition Final Plat and the developers revealed the tenant will be Dunkin’ Donuts.