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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 1, 2013 Page 6 of 10 Ms. Smith explained that the one property Mr. Slinger asked about will never be able to connect, so it does not make sense to assess that property. MOTION PASSED 4-0. ITEM 12: 2014 STREET IMPROVEMENTS – AUTHORIZE FEASIBILITY REPORT; RES. 2013-85 City Engineer Griffin presented the 2014 streets improvements plan. He also touched on some of the anticipated 2015 projects. Mr. Griffin identified what streets were included: Packard park neighborhood, Deer Pond Trail/Court, 20th Street North, and Manning Trail. The prioritization considerations were also explained: Condition of the street (salvage reclaim option); potential for future watermain; potential for significant storm sewer / drainage improvements; other potential issues / project readiness. Mr. Griffin then explained the anticipated costs and the proposed schedule. The fact that the City has put off various projects over the years and the resulting poor condition of many of the roads was discussed. It was noted that the Council is taking a more aggressive approach now to catch up and also putting in higher quality streets, which should prolong the durability. MOTION: Council Member Bloyer moved TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2013-85, ORDERING PREPARATION OF A FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR THE 2014 STREET IMPROVEMENTS IN THE NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $13,000. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. Council Member Smith asked about the micro-surfacing street. She hoped that it is not wasting the money and will require the City to have to fix it soon after. Mr. Griffin reiterated that MNDOT was brought in for consultation. This will provide a good test of the process. Hopefully the process will be successful and be able to save the City money in the future. MOTION PASSED 4-0. Mayor Pearson made point of personal privilege and recessed the meeting at 9:44PM Mayor Pearson reconvened the meeting at 9:53PM ITEM 13: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT - LANDUCCI PROPERTY; RES. 2013-86 Planning Director Klatt provided overview of the Comp Plan amendment request by Ryland Homes for the Landucci property. It is located in the I94 corridor. Planning Commission recommends approval. Mayor asked about the reduction in RECS and not needing to be transferred. Mr. Klatt confirmed that because of the size, there are is no resulting transfer. MOTION: Council Member Bloyer moved TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2013-086, APPROVING REQUEST BY RYLAND HOMES TO AMEND THE LAKE ELMO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 4-0. ITEM 14: SKETCH PLAN REVIEW - LANDUCCI PROPERTY Planning Director Klatt provided explained the item and introduced the representative from Ryland Homes. Mark Sonstegard and Tracey Rust from Ryland Homes were present. Mr. Sonstegard provided a summary of the proposed development. Mayor Pearson asked if the plan had changed from the Planning Commission submission. Mr. Sonstegard said it had not. Mr. Sonstegard pointed out the proposed trail plan that was not on original plan. Council Member Smith asked about the need for a park. Sonstegard said that Ryland is looking for direction on where the park dedication funds go and whether cash or pocket park is desired. Council discussed park options.