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- 223 COUNCIL MINUTES DECEMBER 9, 1991 elevations will be verified and elevations of all houses will be indicated. Mr. Stemig said he was against the development. Council Member Reinert asked if Reshanau Lake was a reflection of the water table. Mr. Boxrud explained that there was a good slope to the lake. Council Member Reinert asked if the ponds are to drain to the lake, how is this related to Reshanau Lake. Mr. Boxrud explained if the lake is at flood level, the pipe to the lake will still be draining. Council Member Reinert noted that several years ago during a particularly wet spring season, the storm sewer at East Shadow Lake Drive and Lantern Lane flooded. He asked what would this do to the ponding area of the proposed development. Mr. Boxrud explained the City must prepare for these adverse conditions. He also explained that the East Shadow Lake Drive and Lantern Lane intersection is below the flood level of Reshanau Lake. Apparently flood plain information was not available when the Lakes Additions were developed. Mr. Boxrud explained that it must be assumed that Reshanau Lake is at flood level and then design for storm water drainage from that point. Council Member Neal noted that several years ago the City experienced a five (5) inch rainfall and all basements flooded on Lantern Circle and the water pressure caused manhole covers to lift. Mr. Boxrud explained that a number of things could have happened to cause this problem. Mr. Boxrud explained that the lift station at Lantern Lane and Black Duck Drive still has about five (5) years worth of growth before it should be upgraded. He also noted that lift stations are maintenance "beasts ". Council Member Reinert asked what is the Park Board position regarding the trail issue for these two (2) new subdivisions. Mr. Boxrud explained that they have been asked to construct trails as have all other new subdivisions. Council Member Reinert asked that preliminary plat approval be tabled until all concerns have been addressed. Mayor Bisel noted that these are only preliminary plats and all concerns can be addressed prior to final plat approval. Council Member Reinert asked that more public input be allowed since developers come and go and those left here have to live with their mistakes. Mayor Bisel felt that the process has been opened and public comment has been taken. Council Member Reinert moved to continue the hearing until January 13, 1992. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. VOTING ON THE MOTION: Bisel El Bohjanen ® Kuether PAGE 10 1 1