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Planning & Zoning Board January 9, 2002 Page 17 APPROVED MINUTES Mr. Hyden asked if any studies had been done to determine how the runoff will affect the bodies of water. Mr. Wallick stated storm water ponds are designed to allow water to settle, which he indicated is an accepted practice. Mr. Andrews added the sediment from the runoff would be filtered through the soil and the wetland. He stated wetlands are excellent for filtration prior to runoff water reaching a lake. He indicated they worked with the Rice Creek Watershed District to ensure the project design does not impact the wetland. Mr. Wallick added the Environmental Board had recommended the construction of a drainage swale for additional filtration. He indicated the individual lots will be custom graded and the intent was to work around the existing trees. Mr. Andrews indicated the design of this development will be similar to the existing Pheasant Hills development. Mr. Corson assumed the applicant was granted a bridge permit from the Department of Natural Resources because the bridge would not impact the lake. He questioned whether there will be utilities on the bridge. Mr. Andrews responded affirmatively. Chair Schaps opened the meeting to comments from the public. Ernest Peake, Attorney representing the applicant Mr. Vaughan, stated that he was present this evening seeking a resolution to allow Mr. Vaughan to move forward with his project. He indicated he read through th e staff’s recommendation that the project be denied primarily because the result would be inconsistent with the PDO ordinance. He felt the opposite was true and that the PDO ordinance invites and contemplates this type of development, particularly since the project would be developed in a manner consistent with the current Pheasant Hills development. He believed this would be a logical extension of the Pheasant Hills development, which is currently one of the finer developments within the City of Lino Lakes. Mr. Peake stated when dealing with an island it is important to consider engineering and pollution issues, which he does not have trouble with and he hopes to work with the City toward a resolution on these issues. Mr. Peake indicated several years ago, during litigation between the City and Mr. Vaughan regarding a condemnation proceeding, Mr. Vaughan had entered into an agreement with the City and the City had made a pledge to work with Mr. Vaughan on getting this project through. He acknowledged this agreement did not guarantee that Mr. Vaughan would receive total approval of the project since there are other regulatory agencies involved and City ordinances that must be complied with. However, the City had pledged to work with Mr. Vaughan on this project and he indicated the City has been considering this project for a long time. Chair Schaps asked Mr. Peake if had the agreement in writing. Mr. Peake responded affirmatively. He indicated the pledge was an order of the Court in the settlement