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COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 26, 1996 the north side of the site adjacent to Oakwood Lane. Mr. Carlson met with the church building committee; however, they were unable to reach an agreement on a possible land exchange. The church also met with residents of the area to discuss the church plans for the northern portion of the site. The main concern at this meeting was the potential use of the north portion of the site for park purposes and what types of activities might be allowed in the park. The church has had some preliminary discussion with City Park Staff concerning a possible lease/purchase agreement for park land on the north side of the church site; however, these meetings have been preliminary in nature. Any future development of the church property for park purposes or single-family development will require further review by the City. The church has agreed to install a park trail through its parcel of property as outlined on the Park Comp Plan, and will be working with the Parks Department on the exact location. With respect to the site plan, Ms. Wyland explained that the setbacks, building height, parking area, and lighting all meet the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. Staff has agreed that the rear parking area may remain unsurfaced until future development occurs on the site. The City Forester and the CSO Officer have reviewed the landscaping plan, and must approve final development plans. There will be no park dedication fee required. The church has assured Staff that it will present a new name for approval. Ms. Wyland stated that Staff recommended approval of this conditional use permit with the following conditions: 1. Proper building permits shall be obtained for all construction on the site and 1% of the construction costs be escrowed via cash or letter of credit to ensure completion of all site improvements. 2. The Park Board shall approve a trail location through the site and discuss possible leased recreational space for the neighborhood with the church development committee. The church will be responsible for grading and rocking the proposed transportation trail; the City Parks and Recreation Department shall provide the bituminous paving for the trail per City specifications. 3. Access to the property and tum lanes, if applicable, are subject to the review and approval of the Anoka County Highway Department. 4. Final landscaping plans are subject to the review and approval of the City Forester and CSO Officer. 5. Final lighting plans are subject to the review and approval of the CSO Officer for compliance with CPTED recommendations. 6. Final grading/drainage/utility plans are subject to the review and approval of the City Engineer. 7. Proper permits shall be obtained from the RCWD. 4