1995.04.24 CC Minutes - Special meeting re Woods of Bald Eagle

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MINUTES FOR THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AFFIL 24, 1995 The meeting was called to order by Mayor Fran Miron at 7:30 PM. PRESENT: Barnes. Goiffon, LaValle, Leroux, Miron City Administrator, Robert MUseus City Attorney, Greg Galler City Engineer, Joel Dresel This meeting was called to discuss the proposed Woods of Bald Eagle subdivision. Mayor Miron suggested that the Council consider the list of issues prepared by the City Administrator and City Attorney from the Council meeting of April 3, 1995, and then allow for discussion by the developer and the public. The first issue discussed was the proposed townhomes along 130th Street. The Council had concerns regarding the quality of the townhomes to be constructed in this area. The developer stated that they would be willing to provide the City detailed specifications for the townhomes, which could be included in the Development Agreement. The Council next discussed the potential lack of buildable areas on some of the lots. Specifically, Barnes mentioned four lots in Block 2 and a couple of lots in Block 3, which may not provide future homeowners sufficient space to construct desired amenities such as patios, decks, sheds, and other such typical residential accessories. Barnes stated that she believed that 8,000 square foot buildable should be a minimum lot size required. Mayor Miron indicated that, perhaps, covenants could be applied that would restrict the type of house to be placed on these lots, decreasing the foot prints to allow more room for amenities. The existing utility lines running across the property were discussed, with Jim Merila, engineer representing the developers, stating that he felt these lines could be buried as part of the development project. The Council discussed the drainage and soil issues, specifically, the mitigation pond proposed along the property line with the Oak Shore Park subdivision, which would require the removal of a number of mature trees in the area. The Council felt that trees should be preserved wherever possible, and that, perhaps, the mitigation ponds could be moved off-site to an area that would support the City's drainage plan for the Clearwater Creek watershed. The Council also indicated an interest in reviewing the Environmental Assessment Worksheet prior to making a final decision on the development. Mr. Duffy, the attorney representing the developers, stated that preliminary plat approval was required prior to submitting the EAW to the Board of Soil and Water Resources for final approval. Interest had been expressed at past meetings in piping the stormwater flow through the existing ditch between Blocks 5 and b of the plat. Mr. Duffy had indicated that the developer had no objection to a pipe in this location, but they would expect its cost to be borne by the City. The City's attorney indicated this was a matter for negotiation, and the Council felt that this matter should be pursued by the City. There was some discussion regarding the adequacy of the 11 1/2 acres proposed by the developer for City park use, and how this land could be developed to best serve the City's interests. Council members LaValle