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Councilmember Cook Commented Ms. Pickard's lot is already part of density transitioning from one lot to another. Michael Gavlin, 15752 Osmium Street, stated his property is north of this proposed development. He does see how this could become a PUD, but this development does seem a little dense compared to the properties to the north. Another issue is along the northern property line there is a tree buffer line and there are gaps inthat, one of which directly affects the property he owns. He would like to see some sort of dense tall evergreens planted there. He would also have concerns with drainage, but knows those will be addressed later. Will Thompson, 15428 Nowthen Boulevard, stated he is concerned about the increase in future traffic volumes and the safety aSpects. This access will have to tie in with the new CR 5 and he would encourage the developer to keep in mind some upgrades are needed. He stated the traffic is very dangerous at the:intersections in the area of Alpine Drive and CR 5 and needs attention. Whatever is done as far as density reduction will lessen the impacts at these intersections. June Hampton, 15551 Potassium Street, Stated her concern and question is what will happen to Potassium Street, as it has been stated it will be difficult to move. The residents have no choice and have to stay here, but the builders can make choices. She is appealing to the Council to make the right choice to make this a win/win situation. The builder should make some money, but the residents should be treated fairly toO. Assistant Public Works Director Olson explained the situation with Potassium Street is not that it is physically not possible; it is difficult due :to the Wetland laws that prohibit filling in wetlands. Mt'. Hampton stated his concerns with this development are the same as with the previous development regarding the road. Associate Planner Wald recapped direction from the Council to address the issues of density, benefits to the City for the PUD, the length of the cul-de-sac, the future connection to the south, keeping the tree buffer and completing it along the north side, looking at Potassium Street and the right-of-way, and concerns onthe intersections in the area of Alpine Drive and old CR 5. Mayor Gamec noted the intersection at Alpine Drive and CR 5 was looked at before and needs to be addressed. Councilmember Elvig presented a picture of the proposed detached townhomes. He informed the residents these units are attractive and self-contained, they are not like the large townhome structures along Highway 10. Ms. Fix stated right now there is traffic coming down Radium Street constantly and traffic from the development to the east. In addition there will now be traffic from these two new developments coming down Radium Street :and going out CR 5. She stated the traffic will be blocked up in the morning if there is not another exit to CR 5. City CounCil/JanUary 25, 2005 page 13 of 24