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Chairperson Bauer questioned how the width of Trott Brook varied during heavy rain events or wet springs. Ms. Ladean explained Trott Brook was normally 12 to 20 feet in width but could reach up to 500 feet in width during the spring. Len Simon, 17349 St. Francis Boulevard, stated he owns 40 acres directly west of this proposed property. He commented on the history of his property and noted he had a natural amphitheater. He explained he purchased his property to preserve the amphitheater, which required the combining of four lots. He recommended the City maintain the 2.5-acre minimum for the lots sizes to ensure septic waste does not seep from one property to another. He believed this property was a gift from God and should be preserved. Juliann Simon, 17349 St. Francis Boulevard, shared the sentiments of the others who spoke previously. She expressed concern with the amA t of traffic that would have to be accessing Highway 47 from a single access point. She understood the concerns that were raised by the Fire Department and cautioned the future homeowners on this. e encouraged the City to further investigate this development prior tkqstioned l. Diane Weber, 5450 173rd Avenueed she appr d her secluded neighborhood and appreciated the 2.5 to 3-acre lot mum She re ed the City hold the proposed development to these standards. Swho would b ing the proposed trail. She worried about the number of new wells and septic systems that wo be installed given the small lot size. She asked that the neighbors be made aware if low-in housing was being constructed. Lastly, she expressed concern with e water runoff from the development and feared how it would impact the creek and river. Chairperson Bau " cussed e approv 1 process far this Planning Case and noted it was in propol phase and the final approval would rest with the City Council. Mr. Simon suggested this pie f pro be preserved and that a monumental act be taken. David Magnuson 13907 Blue Street in Andover, stated he was interested in building in Covenant Meadows. He discuss the history of the proposed development and explained the dream was for severa nds to be able to build homes and live among their friends. He loved the nature surrounding this property. He reported the land would not be clear cut or stripped. His goal would be to do life witirfriends while allowing the natural beauty of the land to remain. He stated if the City did not approve this proposal,he would have to pursue another parcel of land. Chairperson Bauer thanked Mr. Magnuson for this information. Tim O'Shaughnessy, 17201 St. Francis Boulevard, stated he owns 37 acres along the south side of the proposed development. He reported he was new to the City of Ramsey. He suggested the development allow seven homes and not eight. He recommended that the 15 acres not become a public park.