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p 8 199$ <br /> KKE <br /> Korsunsky Krank Erickson <br /> Architects,Inc. <br /> 300 First Avenue North <br /> Minneapolis, MN 55401 <br /> 612/339-4200 <br /> FAX 342-9267 <br /> June 7, 1999 <br /> Scott Harlicker <br /> City of Elk River <br /> 13065 Orono Parkway <br /> PO Box 490 <br /> Elk River,MN 55330 <br /> Project: Sherburne County 180 Cell Jail Expansion <br /> KKE No.95-07-1172-35 <br /> Dear Scott: <br /> After further review of the landscape plan, Sheriff Bruce Anderson has expressed concern over the <br /> County's ability to monitor and secure the perimeter of the jail.This concern arises from the trees currently <br /> • indicated in the triangular portions of the site,between the jail and the loop road.Ideally,no above ground <br /> vegetation would be located there,allowing for unobstructed observation of the jail facility.With these <br /> concerns in mind,we respectfully request the following modifications to the site plan(see the enclosed site <br /> plan). <br /> The County will provide a 6'-0"high,black chain link fence beginning by the vehicle sallyport on the east, <br /> following the perimeter of the site on the south and west,and terminating by the storage garage. The trees <br /> located between the jail and the loop road on the east side of the site would be eliminated.Although during <br /> our telephone conversation you had requested we meet the minimum tree requirement,we would prefer to <br /> eliminate these 37 trees to increase the visibility around the site.The vegetation on the site makes security a <br /> difficult task by providing places for people to hide and interfering with clear observation. <br /> With security the main concern for all involved,we feel providing clear observation around the site would <br /> take priority over providing a screen for the neighboring residents.The proposed fence would create a <br /> physical separation from the surrounding neighborhood,helping to create a safe environment for all parties. <br /> If you have questions regarding our request,please give me a call.Thank you. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> C €44 CX5Y-1 <br /> Carey Oilman Everson,Assoc.AIA <br /> KKE Architects <br /> • Enclosure <br /> Copy to Sheriff Bruce Anderson-Sherburne County,Roger Thompson-A&P <br /> Architecture <br /> Planning <br /> Interior Design <br />