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ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD MEETING MAY 29, 2002 <br />C. Zoning Code Task Force Update <br />Donlin stated the group had been having positive group discussions on <br />conservation planning, although there were various definitions, and was <br />unpopular with some members. She and Chair Kukonen were standing for <br />preservation. <br />Chair Kukonen gave an example of the differences of the R -1 plan with 70 lots on <br />34 acres. The R -1X plan had 58 larger lots on 34 acres. The final plan R -1XC <br />had 58 lots that had been shrunk to the size of R -1, to allow for open space. It still <br />fell short of the 50% goal that had been established. In addition, it would not be <br />economically feasible because of the cost of the utilities, and the examples found <br />were not confined to city water and sewage. Thit ltyntensifies the need to <br />seek out land acquisition. <br />Asleson stated one way to attain the goal <br />Program. He also wanted to know who sha <br />2002. Chair Kukonen responded that he sp <br />who indicated that R -1XC did not provideeenou <br />Grant <br />meet g on June 17, <br />consultant Alan Brixius <br />ace. <br />A discussion ensued regarding exarzj <br />Applebaum's Surface Water Manageen <br />and Quigley's 3rd Addition which was cl <br />project brought detailed inform <br />larger parcels were easier <br />ment with open space, Mr. <br />rixius was working with, <br />[e 50% goal. Mr. Huvseth's <br />=Chair Kukonen stated that <br />e and corridors than smaller sites. <br />Chair Kukone <br />D. <br />ntot <br />for open <br />er to <br />Chair Kul e6 <br />was a good ides;,. <br />members to rank <br />p <br />ail from O'Dea on stadium lighting. <br />Eo prioritize the goals, and stated that he agreed it <br />a compilation of the goals and urged the Board <br />ale of 1 -5. He reviewed the goals. <br />Halen suggested a listing of native plant landscaping companies. Asleson <br />responded that he has information of many companies, they needed to be <br />compiled into a list and put on the website. He stated that a neighborhood <br />restoration was taking place in Birchwood Acres located East of Mustang Lane <br />and the South side of Palomino Drive. Within a week a planned kill would take <br />place. <br />Grundhofer suggested showing the steps in the restoration of a wetland with <br />pictures and to put it on the website. <br />6 Draft Minutes <br />• <br />• <br />• <br />