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Planning & Zoning Board November 12, 1998 Page 10 Mr. Trehus suggested the policy regarding street lights be reviewed. He asked if the new street lights will match what is currently in the area. Mr. Powell stated the new street lights will be consistent unless NSP has changed their design. Mr. Dunn stated the proposed Comprehensive Plan does direct the City to study and develop a lighting plan. It is possible that Ordinances may be developed regarding street lighting. He stated that he believes the applicant has met all the requirements for approval. This is a good development for the City. The development will be a forcing issue to correct 62nd Street, which is another step in meeting the goals of improving the City's infrastructure. He stated he would not like to see a cul -de -sac, but would like to see good progress on 62nd Street. The issues from residents should be incorporated into the action that the City takes. He indicated he would like to move forward on this project. He is in favor of the project. He stated the traffic is unfortunate, but does not believe this project will add to that problem. Mr. Trehus read page 26 from the proposed Comprehensive Plan regarding premature expansion to a rural area. He stated this needs to be considered. He also read page 79, which referred to rural land uses and preserving open space. He read the staff recommendation from two months ago regarding the extension of 62nd Street. He noted the disadvantages of reconstructing 62nd Street now as opposed to later. This project will add more traffic to a rural area. According to the proposed Comprehensive Plan this development is premature. He noted there are only 58 acres left in the City's MUSA bank. This project will take 19 acres of the MUSA bank which will leave the City limited regarding business development until more MUSA is obtained. He stated the MUSA issue is a reason to deny approval of the project. Mr. Wessel stated no additional MUSA is needed for business development in the City. MUSA is not an issue. Mr. Johnson made a MOTION, and was supported by Mr. Corson, to approve the rezone of West Shadow Pond. Motion carried 6 -1 with Mr. Trehus voting no. Mr. Johnson made a MOTION, and was supported by Mr. Dunn, to approve a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to introduce MUSA to the West Shadow Pond site. Motion carried 6 -1 with Mr. Trehus voting no. Mr. Johnson made a MOTION to approve the West Shadow Pond Preliminary Plat, based on the following conditions: 1. The Preliminary Utility Plan is reviewed and approved by the City Engineer. 2. The City Engineer shall review and comment on the capabilities of 62nd Street and whether the funding and resources available is sufficient to support upgrade of the 62nd Street. • • •