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Planning & Zoning Board June 10, 1998 Page 14 Mr. Wessel stated that improvements to 77th Street will be made. He could not address Mr. Stanley concerns this evening. He stated that those concerns will be addressed in the future. George Palace, 7722 Marilyn, expressed concern regarding the lighting for the project. He asked the Board to consider how far the lighting will bleed over into the neighborhoods. Tom Vacha, 7702 Lake Drive, asked about Lake Drive being able to absorb all the traffic from 77th Street. Mr. Wessel stated that Lake Drive will be upgraded to a 4 lane road. He stated that he is securing a study from SEH explaining the ramifications of the development. He will receive the report in a few weeks. Mr. Vacha indicated that there is too much traffic already. He would like to see the road built before the project begins to accommodate the traffic. Mr. Johnson made a MOTION to close the public hearing at 9:00 p.m.., and was supported by Mr. Corson. Motion carried 6 -0. Chair Schaps asked for a show of hands from the Board of those in favor of the project and endorsement of the concept plan. All Board members raised their hands. D. Paul Munoz, 55 Ash Street, Variance Ms. Wyland stated that Paul and Dorothy Munoz have resided at 55 Ash Street since the late 1970's and have experienced several changes along County Road J. /Ash Street. Their property is on the north/east corner of Ash Street (County Road J.) and Baldwin Lake Road. The most recent change experienced was the widening of County Road J. from Hodgson Road to the west. This widening resulted in the condemnation of approximately 17' of their property and the removal of a row of mature evergreen trees. Since the roadway improvement, several property owners across County Road J. have installed board on board 6' privacy fences on their rear property lines. These properties are located in Shoreview. With the completion of each fence installation, the noise experienced on the Munoz property has increased. They are now requesting permission to install a similar fence. Ms. Wyland indicated staff recommended approval of the variance subject to Anoka County Sight Line Standards as they relate to the intersection of Baldwin Lake Road and County Road J. Mr. Johnson asked where the fence will be located. Ms. Wyland stated the fence will be placed on the inside front row of pine trees toward the house. Mr. Trehus stated that additional right -of -way may be required if County Road J. is extended to a 4 lane road. He indicated that visibility is also a concern. Ms. Wyland •