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May 9, 2024 PC Minutes <br /> Page 7 <br /> since residents in May Township were also notified. Juba stated that the Planning Commission doesn't <br /> see a staff report or full plans until the meeting packet is distributed the week before the public <br /> hearing. <br /> Chair Kleissler asked about long-term traffic control plans and whether the intersection could have a <br /> signal, and stated that the direction of traffic on Keller Avenue is already busy. Juba stated that <br /> Washington County did not indicate that there would need to be a traffic signal. Chair Kleissler asked if <br /> school zone speed signs would be installed, and Juba stated that the school wants to place them but <br /> that Washington County had a reason not to include school zone signage. Chair Kleissler stated that <br /> she would prefer a school speed zone sign be placed. <br /> Commissioner Arcand asked if there is an ordinance requirement for the height of the light poles, and <br /> that there have been examples throughout the city of downcast lighting with little reflectivity. Juba <br /> stated that the lighting plan currently meets the ordinance standards, but there are ways to <br /> recommend additional lighting requirements based on community feedback. <br /> Commissioner Arcand asked if the architect could provide more context on her comment about having <br /> room to move the parking lot. Kelly stated that the parking lot could me moved 5-10 feet to the north, <br /> but that they prefer to keep it as close to the school as possible to minimize walking distance. <br /> Commissioner Arcand asked what kind of landscaping was being proposed for the parking lot. Kelly <br /> stated that the landscaping is designed to minimize glare from headlights. Juba stated that the <br /> Planning Commission cane make appropriate recommendations if they have concerns about the <br /> parking lot. <br /> Commissioner Derr asked how many students attended the former Withrow Elementary School. A <br /> resident said roughly 150 students. <br /> Steve Corteau, 12545 Keller Ave N, expressed concerns about lighting for athletic fields and asked if <br /> properties to the north will drain to the proposed stormwater pond. Mike Brandt stated that drainage <br /> from properties to the north will drain to the stormwater pond, with the volume being reclaimed to <br /> irrigate the school property and will be treated through the pond. Commissioner asked to clarify that <br /> there are three uncapped wells on the property, Brandt replied that there are three monitoring wells, <br /> and three additional wells are proposed. Commissioner Arcand asked if the wells will eventually be <br /> capped, Brandt stated that they will be eventually capped and relocated. Elise Kelly stated that there <br /> are currently no plans for any athletic fields, but if they were to come in the future the development <br /> team will work with staff to ensure they meet ordinance standards. <br /> Beth Jerome, 12444 Keller Ave N, stated she was concerned with traffic and drop off on Keller Avenue. <br /> Juba stated that drop-off is part of the reason that the plans have a long queuing driveway, and that <br /> traffic will circulate through the parking lot. Bill Wright, 12388 Keller Ave N, stated that the traffic <br /> design most affects the neighboring residents. <br />