Minutes - Parks and Recreation Commission - 03/08/2001

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Mr. Black stated that during the Planning Conunission meeting there was some discussion regarding traffic along Dysprosium Street. They suggested eliminating the connection between the townhomes and apartment complex to reduce the amount of traffic accessing Dysprosium Street. Chairperson Cook inquired if the proposed park area (along the wetland) would be a passive use area. Parks/Utilities Supervisor Boos replied that it would be a great location for passive use. Commissioner Rolfe inquired if the 152-townhome units would be targeted to first time homebuyers. Mr. Black replied yes, explaining that they will be 1,200 square feet with two bedrooms, two baths. Commissioner Rolfe inquired as to what there was for playground equipment in the vicinity of the development. Parks/Utilities Supervisor Boos explained that Flintwood Terrace has play equipment in the area as well as Emerald Pond Park and Solstice Park Chairperson Cook inquired about the possibility of a trail connection at Fluorine Street. Parks/Utilities Supervisor Boos stated that he felt that some consideration should be given for a trail connection in that location, however he was not necessarly recommending it. Commissioner Droegemueller stated that there are already two accesses proposed to connect to the trail system, which he felt was adequate. Mr. Black stated that having another trail way between homes does have an impact on the sale of the lots. Commissioner Johns inquired if there will be a trail connection along Nowthen Boulevard. Parks/Utilities Supervisor Boos replied Boulevard within the road right-of-way. along C.R. #5 as part of the plat. that the Commission's plan shows a trail along Nowthen The Commission could recommend that the trail be included The Commission discussed trail connections along C.R. #5 and along Dysprosium Street as part of the plat. Mr. Black noted that he has had several meetings with Lord of Life Church and they feel that the development is a good layout and that it is something they can adapt to with their future development plans. Motion by Commissioner Droegemueller, seconded by Commissioner Rolfe, to recommend proceeding with the plat giving consideration to the trail connections recommended by the Commission. Further discussion: Parks/Utilities Supervisor Boos inquired if the Commission would like the developer to include the trail along C.R. #5, including the water tower site, and address the possibility of a sidewalk Park and Recreation Commission/March 8, 2001 Page 5 of 8