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Case File: 171st Focused Area Study Page 3 Final Adoption Parks The plan does not identify any specific locations for future active parks, but does indicate the desire to retain existing open spaces, including the enhancement of some wetlands within the plan area. Additionally, the plan highlights the benefits of a future trail parallel to the river along the western portion of the plan area, but does not specify a preferred location. Transportation Much of the plan's evolution was based on the location of a future interchange. The plan includes the use of existing infrastructure where possible, and the development of new connections, including south the 165t'' Avenue, a new intersection on Highway 10 near 167x'' Avenue, and Yale Street. The plan also identifies the benefits of additional connections from the study area to Carson Street to the north and Twin Lakes Road over the tracks at 173ra Avenue. The eventual build out of the area will increase traffic throughout the study area, most notably on Twin Lakes Road, 171ST Avenue, and Highway 10/169. The plan anticipates the need for roundabouts at several key intersections, in part to keep traffic moving, but also to prevent traffic back-ups blocking intersections and train lines. Amore defined transportation plan, using the land uses and densities prescribed, will need to be developed to establish long term traffic control measures. Land Uses The Plan does not suggest wholesale rezoning of the area, eliminating existing uses. As has been communicated from the beginning; it is expected that existing uses will be allowed, and new uses will be added. Staff anticipates an overlay district over specific potions of the plan, and is working on developing this ordinance for formal review, likely later this summer. It should be noted that land uses in several areas of the plan do not change at all, including Yale street residential, and the area east and north of the commuter rail station. Planning Commission On June 8, 2010, the Planning Commission reviewed the plan, and recommended approval as drafted, with the exception of updating the names on the cover sheet to reflect new commissioners. Next stews This item is scheduled fox review by the City Council on June 21, 2010. Action Motion by Second by Vote Follow Up N:\Departments\Community Development\Planning\Projects\FAST Study Area\FAST staff report EDA for adoption June2010 Changes DH.doc