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1 1 COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 14, 1989 243 Some concerns raised during the public hearing were rental units. The developer has agreed that there would be no rental units. He will also provide for a fiscally sound Homeowner's Association for maintenance of the common grounds. Mr. Hawkins outlined how this matter could be reconsidered by the Council. The matter could be referred back to the P & Z Board or one person who voted against the proposal may introduce a motion to bring the matter back for Council reconsideration. Mr. Neal asked if there was a playground or park in the plat. Mr. Neal explained that there are two areas of open green space for passive use which can be reached from Elm Street by a trail. Mr. Bisel asked if this area would be part of the City Parks. Mr. Miller said no. The Homeowner's Association would be responsible for the upkeep of this area. The developer would be required to pay the normal park dedication fee. Mayor Benson asked if anyone would have access to the green area through the trail system. Mr. Miller said no one would be "kicked out ". Mr. Mesich expressed concern about the traffic generated from the development noting that it is a "skinny" street and there is no provision for "stacking" vehicles. He felt the City could not continue to pack in people without doing something about Elm Street. Mr. Miller said that this proposal allows individual to bike, walk or jog without going out onto Elm Street. It will get rid of the worst traffic issue. The developer is giving up over two acres for transportation issues. Mr. Held noted that this development is "tied down" more than any development that he has ever been associated with. Mr. Miller also noted that Anoka County has said that if there is any improvement to Elm Street it will be to the south. A gentleman asked with all the traffic problems on Lake Drive and Highway #49, is a street light proposed for that area? Mr. Miller explained that the City is currently working with developers to help fund a street light in this area. Mrs. Landers explained that the people still do not want townhouses in this area. The people want bigger lot sizes for single family homes. Mayor Benson asked her if she would rather have thirty single family homes with not trails than the townhomes. Mrs. Landers said that the people are willing to give up all these things to get bigger lots. Mr. Miller explained that this is an excellent opportunity for the Council to review this matter again.