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motion would include the not-to-exceed amount with the direction for the developer to work with . the Park and Recreation Commission and staff. She stated that perhaps the developer could meet the landscaping requirements at a lesser cost but those details will be worked out with staff and the Park and Recreation Commission. Parks and Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood agreed that the details would be developed with staff, the developer, and the Park and Recreation Commission. He believed that Alternative 2 would provide a win/win for everyone involved as the park will increase the value of the lots and homes in the development, far exceeding $23,000 in land value, and which will also increase the tax base for the City. Councilmember Williams asked if the cost for the land was recommended to be included by the Park and Recreation Commission. Parks and Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood provided additional details but noted that Alternative 2 seems to be a good compromise of what the developer is requesting and the Park and Recreation Commission would like to see. Councilmember Kuzma stated that Alternative 2 is a good compromise between the City and the developer's request. He noted that the cost of the land could be easily split between the homes in the development. He stated that if the land is going to be a sticking point, he would not support the credit for park dedication in return for the park. Mayor Strommen noted that there is an expectation of a standard but the details of the park are not included in the motion and will be worked out with the developer, staff and the Park and Recreation Commission. Councilmember Shryock stated that she is confident that a solution will be found and that a great product will be developed. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Strommen, Councilmembers LeTourneau, Kuzma, Johns, Shryock, and Williams. Voting No: None. Absent: Councilmember Riley. Mr. Bona thanked the Council and stated that they do appreciate the efforts of the City. 7.02: Introduce Ordinance Vacating Roadway Easement for Puma Street Related to Riverstone Addition Community Development Director Gladhill reviewed the staff report and recommendation to introduce the Ordinance vacating roadway easement for Puma Street related to the Riverstone Addition. He noted that staff acknowledges that opposition from an adjoining property owner exists. He noted that staff will attempt to resolve this issue prior to the June 13, 2017 City Council meeting where the Council is scheduled to take action on adopting the Ordinance along with the Preliminary Plat approval for Riverstone Addition. He noted that introducing the Ordinance does not obligate the City Council to approve the request. Motion by Councilmember Shryock, seconded by Councilmember LeTourneau, to introduce an Ordinance vacating portions of roadway easement for Puma Street related to Riverstone Addition and direct staff to attempt to resolve the issue with the adjoining property owner prior to the next Council meeting. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Strommen, Councilmembers Shryock, LeTourneau, Johns, Kuzma, and Williams. Voting No: None. Absent: Councilmember Riley. City Council/May 23, 2017 Page 6 of 10