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COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 28, 1996 care of this matter. Ms. Wyland stated that the south side of the development has not yet been discussed because it is not imminent. Mr. Albright asked if the fence is a secret. He stated he attended many meetings and the fence was not discussed. Council Member Lyden stated that it was clear a fence would be placed around the entire perimeter to deter trespassing. Ms. Wyland stated the issue was deferred until development is imminent. Council Member Neal asked if there are other residents getting a fence. It was indicated that Mr. Albright, Ms. Dahl, and two other property owners would be receiving a fence. Mr. Ahrens explained that the developer has submitted a fence and landscape plan which is being reviewed. Staff must approve the plan. Council Member Kuether asked if there is truth to an "and/or" fence clause in the agreement. Mr. Ahrens stated it will be a staff decision to determine if a fence is needed to deter trespassing. Mayor Landers asked if the City will run into the same problems regarding the fence and landscaping plan as with obtaining a signed agreement with the developer. Council Member Lyden stated that he was uncomfortable with allowing development without a signed agreement. Council Member Neal asked why the City does not "red tag" the development. Mr. Hawkins stated that the developer has not violated the agreement that is currently in place. Council Member Neal asked if the fence should already be up on the Walseth's property. Mr. Ahrens indicated the fence should not be up because of other ramifications. Council Member Neal stated that he does not understand how the City says to go ahead with development and then the developer not do what the City asks. Council Member Kuether asked if the fence agreement is in the present agreement with the developer. Mr. Ahrens indicated the fence agreement is not in the present agreement. Mr. Albright stated he wanted a fence on his property as opposed to landscaping. He felt landscaping would not deter trespassing. Council Member Kuether stated that she will not approve another preliminary plat with so many loose ends. Mr. Hawkins stated that approving a developer's agreement without some items is common practice. The City does have guarantees to make sure the work is done. Ms. Wyland stated that a permit has been issued for the fence on the Walseth property. When the road is completed the fence will be completed. 4