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Commissioner Johnson asked if Mr. Feges had Seen the Staff Review Letter. Mr. Feges indicated he had, and had no problems with the recommendations. He stated he thinks it would be useful to have a workshop,with the ,Planning Commission and lay out how they are trying to balance density through the projeci to make sure they achieve the density desired. Chairperson Nixt asked if Staffiis comfortable that they are progressing as planned and are meeting the density as anticipated, Community Development Director Tmdge°n stated-he thinks they are on the right track so far. He agreed it would be good to have a discussion on the overall project to make sure they are reaching the goal of 2400 units. Commissioner Van Scoy asked how they are doing at achieving the desired green space. Asst. Community Development Director Ffolik noted that this district encourages pocket parks and places to gather. Commissioner Van Scoy stated it seems the desire for green space and density requirements ~ire in contradiction. : Community Development Director TrudgeOn indicated this development is adjacent to East Town Center Park. Commissioner Van Scoy indicated that given that, it would seem to make more sense to move the pocket park on the southerly.blOck away from the town center park. Mr. Feges reminded the Planning Commission that they are not onlY trying to provide a green space with townhouses around it, but also Provide a view and entry to the other parks andtrails. Chairperson Nixt asked what the intent is with this development to try and move people toWard places to work and play. He asked~ if this area woUld be connected so it will provide a consistent trail or sidewalk down to the center of Towrt Center. Mr. Feges indicated they will better identify altof that at preliminary plat. He advised they have the regional park system and an intemaI park system. He stated they want to keep the ultimate connection into the regional park system in mind as they develop these smaller areas. Asst. Community Development Director Frolik stated it is her Understanding that there will be trail on both sides of Rhinestone that will get peOple through the town center park to the core of Town Center. She indicated therewill also be sidewalks to get peoPle to the trail. Chairperson Nixt asked if Mr. Feges is looking at similar sizes, colors, etc. that will complement what the other developers are doing on adjacent parcels. . . Planning Commi~SsionfFebruary 3, 2005 page 9of 17