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Planning & Zoning Board November 12, 1998 Page 6 Charter, road reconstruction can go to a citizen vote if general funds are used for the project. Ms. Georgette Korkowski, of Red Maple Lane, stated her lot abuts the new area. She expressed concern regarding drainage. The lot next to her was wet often this year because of all the rain. The water floods into her lot. She stated the drainage is terrible and does not want any more water. Mr. Mattke stated the area is in a wetland area. The development will not be raising the water table. New ponds will provide drainage for a better outlet. The water will eventually drain into Reshanau Lake. The development will not cause the current water problem to get any worse. Mr. Johnson asked if the outlet from the pond in the north/east corner will allow for adequate drainage underneath to the west side. Mr. Mattke indicated it will allow for adequate drainage. There is a gentle slope from the north/east to the south/west which is the way the drainage will flow. An equalizer pipe will be put in to level the elevation. There will be three ponds added that may lead to some drainage improvement in the area. Mr. Dunn asked if the system is similar to the one done in Centerville. Mr. Mattke indicated it is a similar system. The ponds will have an easement also. Restrictions regarding cutting the grass will be enforced. The City will have access to the ponds. Mr. Barry Rice, 6622 Fox Road, stated he was happy with the proposed development. He indicated he would like for the City to own the ponds. He asked that the lighting be similar to Birchwood Acres. He stated there is a definite need for a four way stop at West Shadow and Fox Road. He would like for the construction of the pond to stay clear of the Oak trees that are currently there. He stated he has been assured by the developer that the ponds can handle a good size rain storm. Mr. Mattke indicated the grading of the pond will not contour close to the Oak trees. Mr. Steve Andre, 495 Ash, expressed concern regarding the section of road between Ware Road and his property. He stated the current speed limit there is 35 mph. It is not uncommon to see people driving 70 mph down the street. He indicated he does not want more traffic on his street. Public safety regarding this issue is a concern. He stated he moved to this area because it was safe. He stated it has not been safe for the last four years. It is not uncommon for people to try to pass a vehicle on the left when you are trying to turn left into your driveway. Cars and trucks have gone across yards, smashed into parked cars, and hit mailboxes. Some houses in the area have been sold three times over in the last five years. Adding more traffic to an already deadly situation is irresponsible. • • •