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Councilmember Musgrove asked for additional details on the proposed landscaping. Community Development Director Gladhill highlighted the tree removal, which will be necessary for the grading of the site. He noted that not all of the trees are of great quality, and tree replacement is required. He stated that there are existing homes that are larger than the minimum standards and therefore there will be additional screening provided through the use of trees to buffer between the different lot sizes. Councilmember Shryock stated that the Environmental Policy Board had a similar discussion on possible tree preservation, and it was explained that the tree removal is needed to support the grading and drainage. She appreciated the additional trees that will be planted on this plan. Acting Mayor Riley stated that it appears that the existing homes will not be affected by more than a portion of one home in a small area. Community Development Director Gladhill confirmed that the stormwater pond would provide a buffer, there are similar lot sizes near the cul-de-sac and the concern on the southside would be mitigated through additional plantings. Randy Hedlund, civil engineer for the project, stated that he is present to address any questions. He stated that this parcel is strange in that it is so deep. He stated that even though the lot width is proposed for 65 feet, the average depth is 200 feet, which exceeds the average depth in the first phase of the development. He stated that on the west side there was a concern with the tree loss. He stated that there are ten trees, two of which will be removed and the remaining eight would be saved. Motion by Councilmember Kuzma, seconded by Councilmember Heinrich, to introduce Ordinance #19-04 amending Official Zoning Map and to Adopt Resolution #19-025 Granting Preliminary Plat Approval of Harvest Estates 2nd Addition, contingent upon adoption of Ordinance #19-02. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Acting Mayor Riley, Councilmembers Kuzma, Heinrich, Musgrove, and Shryock. Voting No: None. Absent: Mayor LeTourneau. 7.05: Introduce Ordinance #19-05; Amendment to City Code Chapter 117 (Zoning and Subdivision of Land) to add a Neighborhood Business District Community Development Director Gladhill reviewed the staff report and recommendation of the Planning Commission to adopt Ordinance #19-05 with the revisions included in the draft (limit on hours of operation and outdoor speakers). He noted that the Planning Commission did take into account feedback from the community and amended their original recommendation. Acting Mayor Riley stated that this simply creates the zoning and does not apply it to a specific parcel. City Council / February 26, 2019 Page 7 of 11