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• 3. A gathering place that creates a sense of community, civic identity and pride. 4. A place that defines the unique character of the community. 5. An economic development initiative to increase the value of the commercial tax base. 6. A distinctive, consistent architectural style that promotes high quality, aesthetically pleasing commercial buildings. The plan is intended to provide all of the classic components of traditional neighborhoods- Civic, residential, commercial and recreational uses - within a human scale environment so that these uses interact as part of a greater plan rather than as separated destinations. The mix of uses is intended to implement the principles of the Livable Communities Act and the Cities Comprehensive Plan by creating a Town Center for the community and providing more diverse, life - cycle housing - including affordable and rental housing — within an active and interesting pedestrian- orientated community. The proposed project includes up to approximately 350,000 square feet of commercial development and 450 residential units. ANALYSIS Comprehensive Plan The property is guided for mixed use development within the City's Comprehensive Plan. The Plan states that "the southeast quadrant of the 1 -35 W /Lake Drive interchange represents the Lino Lakes Village area. The village is intended to integrate a mixture of commercial, medium and high density residential and public uses in an attractive and cohesive design ". Environmental Assessment. Worksheet (EAW) An EAW was previoulsy prepared for the Village Project in 1998. A negative declaration was sited at that time. An updated EAW was recently reviewed by the Environmental Board and approved for distribution and public comment on November 10, by the City Council. The 30 -day review period for the new EAW started on November 24, 2003. No final action on the proposed development may occur until completion of the Environmental Review Process. Surface Water Management Runoff from the site currently drains to the south and east and ultimately discharges to Marshan Lake and George Watch Lake. Surface water concerns center around water quality and quantity issues