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Even under the best scenario, the projected traffic would be 18% over capacity of THIO. Using assumptions of 65% directional flow and 10% peaking, the volume may be as mucJh as 45% over TH10 capacity. OPTION #;~. EXCHANGE RESIDENTIAL FOR INDUSTRIAL LAND If residential area is brought into the MUSA in lieu of industrial, a theoretical reduction of traffic on TH10 can be achieved. Also, the City is likely to need more sewered, residential lots rather than additional sewered industrial land in the near term (5 years) since historically the City has experienced a rate of development of about 15 acres/year for commercial and industrial development combined. If the same amount of residential land is brought in rather than industrial (91 acres), peak hour traffic is estimated to be 115% of TH10 capacity. If 145 acres of residential land is brought in, however, only a 1% increase occurs with the total being 116% over capacity. Under this option, the elementary school would also be included in the MUSA; however, it could not be connected until after the Anoka wastewater treatment plant phase out is complete (1993 +). Observations: · All options indicate an excess traffic volume over THIO capacity. The majority of the 17 MC members are new members on the Council, and thus are not familiar with the background and may not feel obligated to the previous MC action. Ken Kunzman, MC representative, is aware of the earlier commitments and has expressed his willingness to meet with City Council members to work with the City. A last option available to the City in the event MC denies the 205 acre expansion is to consider rescinding the "4 in 40" ordinance. Attached is a copy of MC's July 20, 1989 letter of approval for the original MUSA request. Enclosed is a map illustrating the proposed industrial/residential areas for exchange. 5