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• • COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 28, 1996 Council Member Neal asked what would happen if the owner of the property sold the property before these things get done. Mr. Hawkins indicated that if the developer does not put in the fence the City will do it. Mr. Ahrens stated that typically a fence is installed after rough grading is done. He expects to see the fence as soon as the rough grading has been completed. Council Member Lyden stated it seems like the "cart has come before the horse". Mayor Landers asked if the curbs and gutters are in. Mr. Ahrens indicated the curbs and gutters are in the development only. Council Member Lyden asked if the Council will approve the fence plan. Mr. Hawkins stated only the staff approves the fence plan. Council Member Kuether asked who was in mediation. It was indicated that the Walseth's and Mr. Hokanson were in mediation. However, the mediation fell through and there is only a verbal agreement. Mr. Albright indicated he did not want a verbal agreement. He was told he cannot fence wetlands. Much of his land is wetland. He asked if the dirt along his property line is temporary. Mr. Ahrens stated that he would visit his property to view the wetlands. Mr. Tesch excused himself from the meeting. Mr. Schumacher arrived at the meeting at 7:42 p.m. Mayor Landers suggested the RCWD be notified. Council Member Bergeson noted the fence was in the written agreement and that agreement had not been signed. He asked if the City has received a response from the developer about these issues. Mr. Ahrens stated that Mr. Hokanson submitted a landscape plan and fence plan approximately one (1) month ago. He is waiting for staff comments. An agreement regarding the landscape plan is needed. Mr. Albright indicated he has seen the plan for the fence. The fence does not go through the wetland. The City Attorney did not see any requirement to put in a fence. Mr. Hawkins explained that in the past, staff has had the responsibility to recommend fencing or landscaping. Staff has been evaluating what meets the Council's directive. Mr. Schumacher stated that he has talked to the City Forester who has determined a landscaping plan will deter trespassing. Staff has looked at the options. Council Member Lyden stated that when Council approves a plan, a stipulation should be made that the plan meets the needs of the citizens and the developer after the plan completed.