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Planning & Zoning Board November 12, 1998 Page 8 He suggested more information be obtained from the State and provided to Mr. Pojar. Mr. Mattke indicated he will meet with Mr. Pojar. Mr. Dunn suggested the possibility of a gating process regarding water flow. Mr. Mattke stated a gating process will be used. A culvert will control the flow on the east side. The pond is 4 -5 feet lower than the existing ground. He offered to go over the grading plan and elevations with the Board and property owners. Ms. Kenny asked what a Feasibility Report is. Mr. Powell stated the City Council orders a Feasibility Report. The report looks at the cost, proposed improvements, assessments, design, alignment of streets, elevation, and storm sewers. It is. a preliminary design for the project. Mr. Pojar asked who holds the developer accountable if the drainage does cause a problem. Chair Schaps stated the City Council will hold the developer accountable. Mr. Johnson made a MOTION to close the public hearing at 8:02 p.m., and was supported by Mr. Dunn. Motion carried 7 -0. Mr. Corson asked if there is currently a City policy regarding ponds and liability and if skating is allowed on the ponds. Mr. Powell stated the ponds will have drainage easements. Typically, the City's ponds are not fenced to allow the City access. Liability regarding skaters is a legal question. The City would have an easement which is standard. Mr. Schilling stated the improvements to 62nd Street are a big concern. He asked if the cul -de -sac option would allow the improvements to be completed more quickly. Mr. Powell recommended not developing a permanent cul -de -sac. He stated a temporary cul- de -sac is an option. He suggested the recommendation of 62nd Street being upgraded be added to the motion. Mr. Trehus asked about grading. Mr. Mattke stated that the ponds will be excavated to obtain materials to build up the road and lots. Because the wetlands are degraded the value is reduced. He indicated he expects agreement from the Rice Creek Watershed District regarding the wetlands. Most of the drainage produced will run off the back. Drainage in the front will be drawn to the center of the project, with the exception of both ends of the project. The City Engineering Department will determine if the grades will be elevated at the low spot. Mr. Trehus asked if there is a storm sewer on the north end of the project. Mr. Mattke indicated there is a storm sewer on the north end. A storm sewer will be constructed on the south end of West Shadow. • • •