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Commissioner Van Scoy indicated that given that, it would seem to make more sense to move <br />the pocket park on the southerly block away from the town center park. <br /> <br />Mr. Feges reminded the Planning Commission that they are not only trying to provide a green <br />space with townhouses around it, but also provide a view and entry to the other parks and trails. <br /> <br />Chairperson Nixt asked what the intent is with this development to try and move people toward <br />places to work and play. He asked if this area would be connected so it will provide a consistent <br />trail or sidewalk down to the center of Town Center. <br /> <br />Mr. Feges indicated they will better identify all of that at preliminary plat. He advised they have <br />the regional park system and an internal park system. He stated they want to keep the ultimate <br />connection into the regional park system in mind as they develop these smaller areas. <br /> <br />Asst. Community Development Director Frolik stated it is her understanding that there will be <br />trail on both sides of Rhinestone that will get people through the town center park to the core of <br />Town Center. She indicated them will also be sidewalks to get people to the trail. <br /> <br />Chairperson Nixt asked if Mr. Feges is looking fat similar sizes, colors, etc. that will complement <br />what the other developers are doing on adjacent parcels. <br /> <br />Mr. Feges indicated they will be compatible, but that does not mean monochromatic. <br /> <br />Chairperson Nixt asked that they work with the other developers on color palette so there are not <br />defining lines from one builder to another. <br /> <br />Mr. Feges stated he believes they will see on the outer edges that the units are more residential <br />looking with gable roofs, but as you get closer to the core you will see more flat roofs and urban <br />designs. He suggested they have a workshop in the next 60 days to discuss design concepts, etc. <br /> <br />Motion by Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Watson, to approve the sketch <br />plan of Ramsey Town Center 7th Addition contingent upon compliance with the City Staff <br />Review Letter dated January 27, 2005. <br /> <br />Further Discussion: Commissioner Johnson noted he would add the comments provided by <br />Chairperson Nixt; that a clear method be determined on how you can move people on sidewalks <br />and trails to the downtown area without those people having to be in driveways. <br /> <br />Chairperson Nixt indicated his final thought would be that as they look at ways to lay out the <br />preliminary plat he would like to see an interconnection within the development that he does not <br />see now. He stated he will support it now, but if he does not see that interconnection as it moves <br />forward he will not support it. He indicated it may even be a foot corridor that is only seasonably <br />accessible, but something is needed. <br /> <br />Planning Commission/February 3, 2005 <br /> Page 9 of 15 <br /> <br /> <br />