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-28- Community Development Director Frolik advised Mr. Kempf to talk with the City Engineer for sewer and water concerns. She stated the utility plan would be approved at the time of the preliminary plat, which is a public hearing. He could contact the city engineer if he wished for advanced information on that. Nicole Immerheiser, 15245 Germanium Circle N.W., stated the pond smells. She had called public works and they had someone walk through the field; nothing has been done. She said that seven months out of the year, it is barren and has just sludge at the bottom of it. The pond has never been sprayed for mosquito control. The water is stagnant and looks slimy from fertilizer overflow. In the winter, the pond is frozen and not so unsightly. The trees that encircle the pond on 153fd Avenue are almost dead. She said that two crab apple trees have been planted, though they are not healthy. She said she thought it was due to the trees pulling water from the pond. ' She said she was concerned about the quality of life. She said she was not opposed to development, though she felt the City needs to be more responsible. The amount of permits the City has been giving out should be reviewed. Ms. Immerheiser also noted that school class sizes are large and the affect on schools should be considered in these developments. She indicated that the people that will be living in the townhomes will not go to Ramsey schools. She said she was concerned about the house on the comer. She asked if it will be destroyed. The applicant confirmed it would be. Ms. Immerheiser said that Mr. Kempf lived on a deadend for 30 years and now there will be cars running through his front and back yard. She asked how much a citizen is required to accept for the good of his community. Ms. Immerheiser explained the largest issue is the density issue. She thought it was too many homes. She questioned where the residents will park and where the children will play. There is no park within walking distance. She noted that T.H.//47 is a fast road and poses safety issues for children. Chairperson Nixt questioned if it was safe. to say she felt the property would be better left as business use. Ms. Immerheiser suggested the residential density be lowered. Chairperson Nixt stated the issue is rezoning. He explained that as a requirement, the developer has to provide a very roughed out sketch of what they'd use the property for. He said the City has taken significant time looking at issues in the city and has considered what this area could be used for. The consensus is that it would be best used for residential development. Planning Commission/December 4, 2001 Page 12 of 18 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I