Minutes - Planning Commission - 08/06/2020

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Mr. Johnson stated that there are no streetlights on Bowers Drive and therefore if the pedestrian traffic is increased that will cause a safety issue. He stated that one thing will lead to another, beginning with fixing a problem that does not exist that will cause other problems. James Wadey, 14447 Bowers Drive, stated that there have been many studies that show crime rates increase when a cul-de-sac is opened as it provides criminals with increased opportunity to leave the neighborhood. He stated that he would be concerned with having a road that comes along the side of his property that would allow others to access his property. Chairperson Bauer urged the residents to continue to raise their concerns over the roadway connection with City staff, as the decision will be made prior to the Preliminary Plat step. He stated that there should be additional input from public safety staff as to why they pushed for that connection. Senior Planner McGuire Brigl stated that a written comment was provided from the property owner at 14435 Bowers Drive, noting that the property owner was not made aware of the potential road when they purchased their property. Councilmember Musgrove asked the plans for Bowers Drive and whether there would be a connection planned to 142nd Ave NW. Deputy City Administrator Gladhill stated that there is another dead-end road and therefore it would seem a logical solution to connection those roads, but City staff is aware that would cause more objection. He stated that City staff has heard loud and clear of the unique character of Bowers Drive and therefore public safety felt that this connection would be a good compromise. Mr. Bakritges explained that at the June meetings it was agreed upon to preserve about 10 percent of the wooded area, which they did, by switching out the 80 foot lots with 65-foot lots. He noted that has been supported by the Bowers Drive residents and the Council because of the additional tree preservation that would be provided. 7.02: Consider Resolution #20-164 Granting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for Team Packaging at 14799 Jackal St Suite 400 in Bunker Lake Industrial Park(Project No. 20-123) Presentation Chairperson Bauer noted that there was not sufficient time to provide notice for a public hearing and therefore the Planning Commission was asked to review and provide input with the public hearing to be held at the City Council meeting. Senior Planner McGuire Brigl presented the Staff Report stating that staff recommends that the Commission recommend approval of the Conditional Use Permit for Team Packaging for outdoor storage with a public hearing at the next City Council meeting. Planning Commission/August 6, 2020 Page 8 of 11