06/25/2003 Environmental Board Minutes

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ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD MEETINGJUNE 25, 2003 7APPROVED MINUTES Mrs. Duellman expressed concern about the lighting, noise and traffic. Both entrances were on Cedar Street, and would both be routed past their house. Mr. Duellman suggested a loop flow for traffic. Mrs. Duellman suggested a fence on the freeway. Asleson added more screening on Cedar Street to prevent wandering onto private property. Donlin stated 20th Avenue S. was not prepared for the increase in traffic. She expressed concern that both roads would be overtaxed with the project. She indicated people would be coming from White Bear also. Asleson stated it was an engineering issue. Donlin mentioned that Birch Street would be the next option. She asked if the other neighbors had been notified. Mrs. Duellman responded she did not know who was informed other than the Wallsons. Donlin indicated the notification should be in writing. Asleson indicated that was standard practice for a public hearing. O’Dea noted that Centerville would also be impacted. Grundhofer asked the Duellmans if they would be interested in landscaping their property. Donlin stated she did not think they were at that point, because they needed finished plans, and the hours of operation. She suggested that all neighbors have written, even certified letters when a public hearing takes place. O’Dea expressed concern about the 90-foot height of the building. Asleson noted it averaged 45-feet high. Donlin mentioned there would be constant white noise from the blowers to keep the dome inflated. Asleson addressed the lighting standards. Grundhofer stated the level would need to be considered also for safety. Chair Kukonen suggested that they strictly follow the City requirements on lighting. Donlin suggested the Duellmans go to the White Bear Tennis Dome to obtain information, then to speak with all the Boards and Council. Chair Kukonen called for a motion.