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uses, responding to market demand, including parks (possibly destination parks) and being "like Maple <br /> Grove"were themes throughout the discussion. <br /> Three (3) different land use scenarios have been developed and have been posted online for the public <br /> to review and comment on. Seven (7) people have given their opinion on the options with the following <br /> breakdown: <br /> • Option 1—2 votes <br /> • Option 2—2 votes <br /> • Option 3—3 votes <br /> Generally, those that voted would like to see more flex uses in the area, which allows for the market to <br /> drive what uses make sense at the time of the development (although one person did not prefer this <br /> option as it left too many unknowns). Comments also included ensuring a "good mix of uses" including <br /> more green space/parks, moving residential away from the landfill area, not including any high density <br /> housing,and looking at what the market is for uses in this area/importance of patience. <br /> Next Steps <br /> As part of this process, we are asking that the Parks and Recreation Commission review the three draft <br /> land use scenarios, and provide feedback. Specifically, we are asking your input on the following <br /> questions: <br /> 1) Which scenario do you prefer(of the three scenarios)? <br /> 2) Why did you select your preferred scenario? <br /> 3) Are there changes to the preferred scenario you would like to see? <br /> 4) What are key connections to existing parks/trails that you would like to see? <br /> 5) What park and recreation needs are there based on added growth of residential and commercial <br /> areas elsewhere in the City? <br /> 6) How does this area impact the City's Parks Master Plan/how does the Parks Master Plan impact <br /> this area? <br /> Following review by the Parks and Recreation Commission,a joint work session between the City Council <br /> and Planning Commission will be held to solicit input. From there,the planning team will create a draft <br /> plan that will utilize the preferred land use scenario, and will outline a future transportation network, <br /> utilities, and grading (final reclamation grades)for the Gravel Mining Area. A final draft of the Plan will <br /> then be considered for approval by the Planning Commission and adoption by the City Council. <br /> If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me by telephone at (763) 287-8521 or by email at <br /> kjohnson @wsbeng.com. <br />