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• • ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD MEETING JANUARY 31, 2007 developer has not yet submitted the required tree preservation plan. The proposed trail alignment confers with the city trail system plan. The lighting plan submitted is in conformance with city standards. The developer needs to show the location of any areas planned for sod. The location, type and quantity of rain garden must be shown on the landscaping plan. Proposed pond areas not formally planted, should be planted with city mix. Invasive species should be eradicated with site development. Spill containments should be incorporated into the plan. Mr. O'Dea explained to the new members how the board either makes a motion on the action items presented to approve the project or deny. The Environmental Board will forward the project to the Planning & Zoning Board, who will forward it to the City Council. Mr. Grochala stated that the 13 modifications Mr. Asleson recommends are always applicable. Ms O'Dea asked, after the City's Comprehensive Plan in amended, will this project come back before this board. Mr. Grochala stated that there will be major changes that will come back to this board. Significant changes are needed to what is being proposed by Core Development at this time. Ms. O'Dea explained to new members how the board needs to comment on the current proposed project, at this time. Ms. O'Dea questioned the gas station pad. Mr. Grochala stated that the current proposal is at a developmental stage. Ms. O'Dea questioned Recommendation 12 of Mr. Asleson's Staff Report. Should it read: should be combined, not increased? Ms. O'Dea suggested it read increased or combined. Mr. Asleson stated it should say both increased or combined. Ms. O'Dea addressed the wetland issue based on this type of development. She asked about a buffer that is required between proposed residential and current homes. Mr. Grochala stated the buffer would need to be established. The developer will have to accommodate this provision and if that means the sight needs to change dramatically that's what the developer needs to do. Ms. Brouillet would like to recommend the maintenance agreements for rain gardens and storm water management for these types of developments, provide a sizeable common area. She asked if this issue could be put into an association agreement. Mr. Grochala responded that it is standard practice for homeowners to 3 DRAFT MINUTES