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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION <br /> APPROVED <br /> 173 Councilmember Ruhland asked about components envisioned and the developer <br /> 174 explained that they seethe initial stage of about 100+market rate homes. They are <br /> 175 looking at four stories for housing. They are looking forward as they consider possible <br /> 176 residents—younger people who want certain amenities—empty nesters who are renting <br /> 177 by choice—30 somethings who come from outstate—and younger people who wish to <br /> 178 come back to the community where they grew up. The property is envisioned as <br /> 179 intergenerational. The developers also noted that there could be soil challenges where <br /> 180 the car lot has existed for many years; fortunately they have experience with super fund <br /> 181 sites. <br /> 182 Councilmember Lyden asked about having a four story building and how that can be <br /> 183 buffered from neighbors. Developer noted that the site provides for good buffering in <br /> 184 space and wooded area. <br /> 185 Councilmember Stoesz remarked that he's seen some developments with tunnels to allow <br /> 186 access to multiple buildings. The developer noted the walkability of the area and the <br /> 187 positive culture that getting out in the neighborhood provides. <br /> 188 The developers explained the concept further. They added that they would envision <br /> 189 buildings with no more than 160 units. The mayor asked about the combination of <br /> 190 residential and retail on the bottom;the developers noted situations where that has not <br /> 191 been successful. <br /> 192 Councilmember Cavegn asked for public safety comments. Public Safety Director <br /> 193 Swenson said he expects there will be a review period for his department with more <br /> 194 details. Director Swenson added that there has been good experience with good <br /> 195 management so he knows that is key. <br /> 196 Community Development Director Grochala spoke on the issue of available utilities, <br /> 197 noting that the site has access to trunk lines for water and sewer. He also discussed <br /> 198 comprehensive plan guidance in the area of density; it does allow options for the council <br /> 199 to consider increases. Mr. Grochala remarked that staff wanted the council to hear about <br /> 200 this concept early rather than later; he is hoping to set up a joint meeting of the council <br /> 201 and advisory boards to hear about this proposal. <br /> 202 Councilmember Lyden remarked that the City is excited about the 49/J development and <br /> 203 that is a community gateway project. He hopes this can be the same; he wonders about <br /> 204 having a sign or something significant to indicate the gateway. <br /> 205 The council concurred with the concept of a joint meeting to review information on this <br /> 206 redevelopment idea. <br /> 207 3. Lake Amelia Woods Preliminary Plat—City Planner Larsen reviewed a <br /> 208 presentation that included information on the following: <br /> 209 <br /> 210 - Land use application to subdivide two existing parcels into four rural lots to <br /> 5 <br />