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the Preliminary Plat. He stated that they feel that buffering should be required. He stated that the purpose of the buffering zone is to require a residential development transition plan and does not reference existing or even requires a home. He disagreed that only the members of the community are protected by buffering simply because they have a home and believe all property owners should be protected. He did not believe that it makes sense to have 50-foot lots back up to 2.5 acre lots. He stated that with $400,000 to $600,000 homes, the revenue alone would be atrocious for the City and would be forever revenue. He stated that the community does not need a bunch more $500,000 to $700,000 homes but does need transitioning homes from the $1,000,000 plus homes in Northfork to those that are becoming empty nesters. He stated that Mr. Bona has stated that he does not want his approvals taken away but perhaps the City should push the pause button for 30 days to allow the topic to be discussed further. He stated that the City gave heaven upon earth when Capstone gained its approvals in the first place and therefore he does not feel that Capstone should receive additional compensation for lost lots to extend the utilities to the west. He does not think any consideration was given to the west when this project was approved. He believed that the City should incorporate the changes now before this moves forward through another Preliminary Plat approval. He asked that a condition be added to provide the sewer and water connection to the west and to provide additional buffering for the lots that border the land to the west. He stated that it is the decision of the City whether to allow one home on 32 acres or high value development on Outlot C. Councilmember Riley stated that he appreciates the point of the flexibility to add the utilities to the western edge, however the next argument is disingenuous when the next AKM proposal shows a denser project than Capstone. Acting Mayor LeTourneau thanked Mr. Roessler for his input, noting that it is his perception of the case he believes to be reality. He stated that he disagrees with points from both parties but will take all points into the decision tonight. He believed that all parties involved are trying to come to the best decision for the community and the residents of the community. He acknowledged that the Council is making difficult decisions with the residents in mind. City Administrator Ulrich commented on the process, noting that he would favor a strategy where this be delayed until they know what will be developed on Outlot C. He stated that the uncertainty is that someone could come in tomorrow with a request to develop the 16 lots on Outlot C, and therefore the extension would then be a waste of money. He stated that Capstone has said that they are two years out from development of the lots on the west and therefore he recommends approval of the Preliminary Plat as proposed tonight. He stated that would give additional time for the developers to work together and for a proposal to come forward for Outlot C. He stated that there is not a development proposal for Outlot C or approval from the Planning Commission or Council that the MUSA line would even be extended to Outlot C. He stated that therefore the discussion could be tabled for the time being on utility extension. Community Development Director Gladhill requested that the Preliminary Plat approval be extended tonight, regardless of the decision tonight to ensure there is no ambiguity on that status. Councilmember Shryock agreed with the comments of City Administrator Ulrich to move forward on phase two. She stated that there are many other questions that would be answered on City Council/June 26,2018 Page 10 of 13