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COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 25, 1994 explained that this matter was before the Planning and Zoning Board last month and the Planning and Zoning Board recommended denial of the request. A letter dated April 15, 1994 has been received from the applicant outlining issues that are being reviewed and a request that the City Council consider the new issues and resubmit the application to the Planning and Zoning Board for their reconsideration. The developer, Gary Uhde and Mr. John Johnson, engineer were in the audience. Mr. Johnson explained that his letter explains points of important information that should be given to the Planning and Zoning Board for their review. Council Member Bergeson moved to refer the item back to the Planning and Zoning Board for reasons indicated in Mr. Johnson's letter dated April 15, 1994. Council Member Elliott seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. ENGINEER'S REPORT, DARRELL SCHNEIDER Resolution No. 94 - 29 Approving Plans and Specifications and Ordering Advertisement for Bids, Country Lakes Estates - Mr. Schneider asked Mr. Powell to give a brief presentation on this item. Mr. Powell used the overhead project and described the area and the plans for improvement. He noted that since the preliminary plat was approved by the City Council, Rice Creek Watershed District has reviewed the subdivision and wetlands delineation have been completed resulting in the loss of three lots. The development is proposed to be completed in two (2) phases beginning with the first phase on the western side of the subdivision containing 25 lots. Phase I will include sanitary sewer throughout the project as well as watermains and storm sewers. An easement will be needed along the north side of Birch Street from West Shadow Lake Drive to Fawn Lane. If an easement cannot be negotiated, eminent domain will proceed. This is a key easement. Plans and specifications have been reviewed with the City Engineer and the Public Works Director and some minor changes have been made. Council Member Bergeson asked if the City Council could approve the plans and specifications and order the bids without first approving the final plat. Mr. Powell explained that the plans and specifications are consistent with the final plat which is expected to be presented for approval at the next City Council meeting. He also noted some urgency in moving forward so that the construction can be completed during this construction PAGE 6 1 1 1