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City Council Minutes Page 11 May 17, 2004 plat on May 12, 2004 that narrowed the right of ways on two streets in order to create a larger buffer adjacent to The Great Northern Trail. Mr. Maurer stated that with the narrow right-of-ways in this plat the city could be opening itself up for trouble on furore plats by setting this precedence. He stated that the Council could grant a setback variance for the parcels along the Trail. Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing. Steve Yoch, Attorney for S&A-Provided a chronology of the platting process that S&A has had with the city. Bonnie Crowe, 19528 Albany Street-Asked to review the changes that were made in the revised plat. Marty Campion, Civil Engineer for applicant-Stated that he narrowed the right-of-ways on this plat in order to increase the buffer from the lots to the trails. Parks and Recreation Commissioner Dave Anderson stated that Scott Breuer builds quality homes. He stated that the Commission would like to protect the view of the plat from the Trail. He stated that past developments may be closer to the trail but that is because past Commissions didn't know any better but are learning from experience. He stated he would like to see more trees in the development. Bill Lanther, 19533 Albany Street-Stated concerns about drainage. He is also concerned about trees dying due to the drainage. Mr. Maurer stated that the applicant will he held to the same standard that all developers are held. He stated that this applicant should be responsible for clean up of the current holding pond. Dave Schultz, 19512 Albany Circle-Stated concerns about the streets being narrow. Mr. Harlicker stated that the rights-of-way would be narrow and not the streets. Denise Lanther, 19533 Albany Street-Stated she is concerned about trees. She is concerned about the park being too close to woods and not safe for children. Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing. Councilmember Dietz suggested that rather than narrow the rights-of-way, the city should give setback variances. Councilmember Tveite stated that he would like to keep the right of way as a buffer and to offer 10 foot front yard setback variances. He stated disappointment that there wasn't a density reduction to the plat by the applicant. Ms. McPherson stated that a no cut area could be added to the buffer area. Councilmember Dietz questioned if the city is satisfied with the oak w/it containment. Ms. McPherson stated that the developer will have to hire a private contractor to help create an oak wilt suppression plan that would be reviewed by staff.