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Councilmember Riley asked about the potential of County turn back of Highway 5, which will change the rules. City Engineer Westby provided a definition of a turn back and explained there is no set time for that turn back to occur but it is within the County’s long-range plan. Councilmember Riley stated if the access is closed, what type of traffic calming can be nd considered at 152 and the frontage road at Highway 47. Community Development Director Gladhill explained there is no study underway to look at those alternatives but staff has discussed ways to reduce traffic conflicts and create calming. He commented on the importance of considering a broader study for both of these corridors, as identified by the Council in its Strategic Plan. He explained the importance of the land swap to provide options and flexibility in the future. Mayor Strommen stated that is an important point because there is no long-term plan for Highways 5 or 47 so that corridor continues to be considered project-by-project rather than as a vision. She preferred to close this access but noted that whether closed or left open now, it is a decision that can be reversed. She commented on the importance of working with the County to address this corridor. Community Development Director Gladhill stated there will be a signal at Alpine Drive so that will result in higher speeds past this driveway. Staff prefers to realign the access points but long term, the Highway 5 corridor needs to be addressed. Mayor Strommen agreed that if the access is closed now, it can be opened in the future if an aligned access and part of a broader corridor plan that makes sense. Councilmember Shryock agreed and welcomed this discussion to continue during Phase 1. Motion by Councilmember Shryock, seconded by Councilmember LeTourneau, to Adopt Resolution #15-05-092 Granting Preliminary Plat Approval of Harvest Estates. Further discussion: Councilmember Riley stated a remaining issue is the work hours, which was raised by several residents. He noted the allowable work hours are from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., which he finds to be unreasonable so he would support amending the ordinance to shorten the length of time. Mayor Strommen agreed and suggested it also be addressed in this Development Agreement. Community Development Director Gladhill stated such an ordinance amendment will take significant policy discussion about time thresholds, locations, and types of construction. Neil Kryzaniak, NIK Management representing the developer, stated 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. is a standard and something they can live with. Councilmember Shryock stated the motion to adopt the resolution would result in closing the access. Community Development Director Gladhill confirmed that the access is closed in the Preliminary Plat as drawn. Mayor Strommen opened the floor to the audience. City Council / May 12, 2015 Page 7 of 13