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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES August 06, 2013 Page 2 of 8 He also said he was told last weekend that the regatta held on Lake Elmo was the largest event and the finest area they have ever held in the US. He again attributed the success to the partnership. CONSENT AGENDA 2. Approve Payment of Disbursements and Payroll 3. Approve rescheduling of November 5, 2013 Council Meeting 4. Authorization for John Schiltz to Dispense Beer and Wine Coolers at Lake Elmo Days Community Event on September 6 and 7, 2013 5. Appointment of Brett Emmons to the Library Board 6. Appointment of Council Member Nelson to the Economic Development Authority MOTION: Council Member Nelson moved TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. Council Member Reeves seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0. REGULAR AGENDA ITEM 9: SAVONA RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION (LENNAR) PRELIMINARY PLAT Planning director Klatt presented the preliminary plat application for the 310 residential unit Savona subdivision by Lennar. It will be a 4-5 phase development over several years. Consists of 113 acres located on land west of Keats Avenue. It will include 188 single family lots and 122 multi-family units. It will also include an east-west minor collector road from Keats Ave. Mr. Klatt reported that the preliminary plat is Comp Plan compliant and consistent with zoning regulations. Noted one staff demand was to maintain the 100 foot buffer from Stonegate. Mr. Klatt summarized the Planning Commission and staff reports and comments. It passed the Planning Commission on a 3-2 vote. It was noted that the “No” votes were concerned about the adequacy of park land. They did not think that the cash in lieu of land dedication was sufficient. Mr. Klatt highlighted the conditions of approval. Comments include statement from Dale properties stating they are willing to work with developer on street connections. Also included are comments on the preliminary park area. Included are comments from Amaris homes requesting realignment of 5th Street. Mr. Klatt reported that staff’s recommendation is to approve the plat with the 28 conditions of approval. The council then discussed the various conditions. Council Member Nelson asked about the trail system around the “exception” area. Mr. Klatt responded that it does connect to Stonegate Park. Mr. Nelson also asked about Condition #9 (landscape plan). He wanted to know if an independent forester consultation is required. Mr. Klatt responded in the affirmative. Council Member Smith stated it has been done all the other developments and that it is a very common practice. Council Member Bloyer asked about Condition #5 regarding the placement of the trail. Klatt explained that the Planning Commission’s suggestion was to have it closer to the new lots as opposed to the pre-existing neighborhood. Mayor Pearson stated that he believed the “bottom 1/3” language was too rigid and possibly onerous. Mr. Bloyer sought clarification on Condition #14. It was explained that because some details are still being determined, it was recommended that it be a condition. Mr. Bloyer also questioned