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trail connections. She stated that the Commission would have discretion related to the rezoning request tonight. Senior Planner McGuire Brigl confirmed that could be done but was unsure that would be the best planning because of the way the site lays out. Jeriann Palmer, 8250 154th Lane, stated that on Alpine there is a monstrosity of development where the developer has been allowed to load the outlet for the lake with dirt. She asked when the zoning was put into place for quarter acre lots and how people would remember a letter from ten years ago. She stated that Ramsey already has a lot of homes, overloaded roads and she did not see the purpose of adding more homes. She stated that she is concerned that the rural area she moved into 30 plus years ago has become a land of sirens,traffic, and construction noise. She suggested larger lots on the exterior with smaller lots in the interior of the development. She understands that people want to sell their land but believes there should be different opportunities. Chairperson Bauer asked if staff is familiar with the project on Alpine. Senior Planner McGuire Brigl clarified that could be the Riverstone project. She was not aware of any issues with the wetland. She noted that every project requires an approved delineation from the Lower Rum River Water Management Organization(LRRWMO), along with other permitting. She noted that she can have staff follow up on that comment. Norm Novak, 7041 175th Avenue, stated that he is against this project. He commented that this is rural farmland and he moved to his property 18 years ago to be in farm area. He stated that there are already problems with traffic and the Hunt property development was just approved as well. He commented n the issues with traffic and safety in that area. He stated that he attempted to purchase five acres from his neighbor,but the request was denied by the City. He commented that there are a lot of people out there that are not aware of this request. He stated that he was never made aware of the 2011 request for rezoning. He stated that if the City would have provided letters to everyone in this area, the Chambers would be packed with residents. He stated that he was told that notice was only provided to those within 500 feet, which does not accurately inform residents in the area. He commented on the wetlands and his concern with disturbance. He stated that he opposes the request because this is rural area, and the development should go somewhere else. Chairperson Bauer asked staff for details on notification for the public hearing. Senior Planner McGuire Brigl commented that the City is required to send notification to properties within 700 feet of the subject properties, which were mailed. She stated that signage was posted on the site and notice was also published on the bulletin board and City website all of which are not required. She stated that the City meets the required legal public notices and attempts to go above those requirements. She stated that there will also be an open meeting the following week and notice will be sent for the City Council meeting as well. She commented that 195 notices were mailed to residents for this meeting. Planning Commission/ October 28, 2021 Page 4 of 23