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• • APPROVED COUNCIL MINUTES NOVEMBER 25, 2002 Mayor Bergeson stated that would be only if left to Anoka County but this project would accelerate that timeline. Councilmember Dahl asked about the Amur Maple trees that the Environmental Board mentioned and asked if they are fast growing trees. She also asked about screening coverage during the winter months besides the screening fence. Community Development Director Grochala stated the Amur Maples were removed at the request of the Environmental Board because they are an invasive species. Instead, Northwoods Red Maple and River Birch are being included for screening adjacent to Ware Road. He stated they are considering more of a shade tree during summer months as well as the color that it would provide. He noted the southeast corner of the landscaping plan that includes coniferous, evergreen -type of trees as well as along the front of the project. Councilmember Dahl asked where Ware Road will align with the existing Ware Road. Community Development Director Grochala used a map to identify the existing location and offset. Councilmember Dahl asked if residents in that area are aware of that realignment. Community Development Director Grochala stated the realignment would occur with the development of Miller Farms and it would not be moved closer. He stated that cost would be incorporated into the cost of the Miller Farms property. Councilmember Dahl asked if the City would also participate in the cost to realign Ware Road since it was just reconstructed. Community Development Director Grochala stated the intent is to require the realignment as part of any development action. Councilmember Dahl asked if the developer would be responsible for the total cost. Community Development Director Grochala stated that is staff's intent. Councilmember Dahl stated she would have preferred an option that included the two developers and Anoka County. In her opinion, she would have liked this to have been resolved so the Council knows exactly what they are looking at and the City or ultimately the residents are paying for. She stated she believes Anoka County should be responsible for that cost since it involves safety. Councilmember Dahl stated this would probably extend to 2005 or 2006 in Anoka County's plan and asked when the Spirit Hills development would be done. Community Development Director Grochala estimated buildout in 2004 for the Spirit Hills commercial development. From staff's standpoint the 2005 or 2006 timeframe is an estimate if the City consents to the County's plans and they proceed with acquisition. Councilmember Dahl stated that according to Anoka County, if the right-of-way is extended 120 feet when the signals are put in, they would be installed wider and not have to be redone later. Community Development Director Grochala stated if Anoka County goes with this plan, the signals 15