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The S curve between Rapp and Centerville is dangerous. We have seen many cars, trucks, and delivery trucks <br />slide off the road each year going eastbound and entering the turn too fast after speeding down county J/Ash <br />and taking out the signs and damaging their vehicles. Vehicles also tailgate, pass on the shoulder, and pass <br />on the double yellow on CountyJ/Ash. We have even had 2 vehicles pass us in the S-turn. <br />The number of accidents at Rapp Farm entrances seems low. Also, no accidents were reported at the Main <br />West entrance of Rapp Farm. 1 saw an accident there so we are wondering if data was pulled from only one <br />county either Ramsey County or Anoka County. Depending on what county team responded to an accident and <br />if only one county's data was pulled, the study results may not give a complete picture. <br />Response: For the traffic study, when counts are collected, adjustment factors are applied to account for any <br />irregularities that might occur during other times of the year. Therefore, it is unnecessary to recollect data to <br />account for school changes. Crashes that occurred within the project area were included in the study, provided <br />they were reported to the police. The crash data was sourced from the Department of Transportation and <br />encompasses all police -reported incidents. The report concluded that the planned intersection geometry and <br />traffic control is sufficient to accommodate the opening year and design year vehicular traffic. Additionally, the <br />report recommended that the study area be re-evaluated if growth projections change. If future re-evaluations <br />determine that improvements to the surrounding transportation network are necessary, the developer will work <br />with the City of Lino Lakes, Anoka County, and MnDOT to ensure all design guidelines and standards are met. <br />ii ANONYMOUS CITIZEN COMMENT- January 15, 2025 <br />I am writing to express my concerns regarding the proposed development from Centerville Road through <br />CountyJ. Some of the key issues with this development include its impact on the preserved areas within the <br />North Oaks community, its effects on wildlife, and the increased light and noise pollution in the area. <br />Development has significant impacts on local ecosystems, often leading to a range of environmental <br />challenges: <br />Habitat Loss: Development can lead to local extinction and reduced biodiversity. <br />Fragmentation: When natural areas are divided into smaller, isolated patches, it disrupts the <br />continuity of habitats. This fragmentation can make it difficult for species to find food, mates, and <br />shelter, leading to population declines. <br />Pollution: Runoff from developed areas can carry chemicals and heavy metals into water bodies, <br />harming aquatic life. <br />Hydrological Changes: Development can alter natural water flows, leading to increased stormwater <br />runoff and changes in water quality and quantity. This can affect both terrestrial and aquatic <br />ecosystems. <br />Climate Change: Urban heat islands —areas that are significantly warmer than their rural <br />surroundings —can alter local climate patterns and affect species sensitive to temperature changes. <br />Invasive Species: Development can facilitate the spread of invasive species, which can outcompete <br />native species and further reduce biodiversity. <br />13 <br />