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Planning & Zoning Board December 11 , 2013 Page 5 APPROVED MINUTES about drainage and flooding onto his property. He asked about road and development improvements to Center Street. Patrice C arpenter , 6748 20 th Ave., expressed concern about drainage onto her property and protecting trees on her p roperty. She stated concern for mosquitos from wetland areas. She was opposed to a variance to decrease the front setback . She did not understand the need for small lot sizes and an apartment building to reach a certain number of units. She believes th at streetlights will be needed at the intersection of Birch Street and Centerville Road. She stated a need for a traffic study on County Road J and 20 th Avenue. She asked what the timeline is for the project. She asked for clarification on the proposed trail onto Cedar Street. She wondered how the addition of turn lanes onto 20 th Avenue would affect people’s property . Sh o ua L ee , 2068 W. Cedar St., was concerned how development may affect her property, stating that she would like to keep a beautiful hea vy tree in her back yard. Julie McNeely, 66 87 20 th Ave S., said that she feels this proposal is overuse for t he land. She asked that the city please approach with great caution and respect for the land. She stated that s urrounding infrastructure is also a concern , including t urn lanes, roundabouts, sound barriers, stop lights, etc. She does not believe that the vision of L ino Lakes is a row of rooftops. Roger Hokanson, owner of property east of the development, submitted a letter prior to the meeting e xpressing concerns for the proposed development regarding density, apartment building, park land and roads. Mr. Tralle addressed the concerns of the public , suggesting that residents contact the county to voice their concern about county roads. Staf f addressed issues including traffic, road access, water runoff and drainage, culvert issue s, d ensity and Met Council re quirements. Staff noted that trees will not be damaged on neighboring properties and that wet lands will be protected by the law. Mr. T ralle stated that it is the board’s goal to get the best development for the city, which requires working h and -in -hand with developers. He noted that i ncreased traffic will always be an issue as development in the city occurs. Staff further address ed r oad improvements and the city’s tr ansportation plan , including how the city works with the City of Centerville to improve shared roads. Julie McNeely added concern over car headlights shining into her home and infrastructure needs . She was concern e d ab out farm land being lost to development. She is not sure the proposed development is the righ t project for this property. Mr. Masonick made a MOTION to continue the Public Hearing to the next meeting. Motion was supported by Hyden.