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COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 22, 1999 Mr. Apfelbaum stressed the need for an ongoing relationship with the developer. He also stated the City needs a model project on the ground. Lino Lakes is on the cutting edge for open space developments. Mr. Smyser noted the City is working with the Minnesota Land Trust relating to conservation easements. The Land Trust has a number of criteria to take on the conservation easements. This plant did not meet that criteria because of the configuration. The City will continue to work with the Land Trust in the future for other developments. Mr. Smyser added that deed restrictions will be used as part of the Homeowners' Association. The Homeowners' Association will own the open space. The City will own the parks and trails. He noted a condition of approval is City reviewal of the Homeowners' Association by-laws. Mr. Quigly added that the lots that have trails passing through them will be constructed in a manner that the garage side will be toward the trail. There will be additio l aping on the comers. He expressed concern regarding residents of Phase I and II ling estri:d towards using the open space areas. There will, however, be trail access orcm o c`d be an issue that does need to be worked on. Council Member Bergeson indicated he is in favor of the will vote yes. Council Member Lyden stated he will not vote in favor of the plan until the City has mechanisms in place to control growth. Council Member Dahl stated good plan but the City is adopted. She stated Council Memb avor ofPDO's. She stated she believes the plan is a of i if because a Comprehensive Plan has not been vor of the plan until the Comprehensive Plan is in order. ated he is in favor of the plan. Mayor Sullivan stated that Council Member Lyden misrepresented the City's lot inventory during his statement this evening. She stated there are no City Ordinances in place that can restrict development. The City is depending on the good will of the developers. This is the type of development citizens have indicated they want. She stated she is in favor of the plan. She indicated she does have concerns regarding the conditions of approval. Because of those concerns, she feels the plan can be tabled until more discussion is held. She stated the trail connection in the park needs to be completed. The issue of outlot ownership also needs to be cleared up. Mayor Sullivan moved to table Clearwater Creek Phase III, Rezone from Rural and Rural Executive to PDO/Single Family and Preservation Development Preliminary Plat and Comprehensive Plan Amendment until the April 12, 1999, Council meeting. The issues of the Council Members and outlot management will be discussed at the next work session. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. 6