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Elk River City Council Meeting November 21, 1994 Page 8 e indicated that requiring a performance guaranty places another financial constraint on the project. Steve Ach responded to these issues. He indicated that clear cutting could be incorporated into the review process. He further stated that the performance guaranty could be reviewed as part of the developers and PUD agreement. Earl Hohlen questioned why he was required to obtain a permit to move dirt on his property. Steve Ach commented and requested Mr. Hohlen to contact him during business hours regarding this issue. There being no further comments, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing. After further discussion, it was the consensus of the Council that Councilmembers with concerns regarding this proposed ordinance amendment send their concerns in writing to the Planning Department for further review. It was further the consensus that the Planning Commission review this ordinance prior to the City Council. COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO CONTINUE THIS ISSUE TO A CITY COUNCIL MEETING IN JANUARY. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 7.6/7.7 Preliminary Plat and Conditional Use Permit Request by Elk River Develooment, Inc./P .H., Case No. P 94-10 and CU 94-30 e Steve Ach indicated that Elk River Development, Inc., is requesting a preliminary plat and a conditional use permit to develop a commercial planned unit development at the northeast corner of Elk Hills Drive and US Highway 169. Steve Ach presented the staff report for the conditional use permit and preliminary plat. Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. Bruce Peterson, Shopping Center developer, indicated his concern regarding the left turn movement (northbound) onto Dodge Street. He indicated that they would prefer to see a designated left turn lane and stop sign on Dodge A venue and Elk Hills Drive. He further indicated his concern regarding the assessments for these improvements. He stated that it has been suggested that the developer is responsible for 100% of the upgrading of Dodge Street and 50% of the upgrading of Bk Hills Drive. He stated that the developer has no problem with the 100% upgrade on Dodge Street, however, the developer does have a problem with the 50% estimated cost upgrade {or Elk Hills Drive. He stated that the developer feels that the area south of Elk Hills Drive has far more benefit and commercial development. He stated he felt that his development would not receive more than 25% of the benefit. Mayor Duitsman requested the City Engineer to review the proposed traffic plan. Arlon Fuchs, 266 Elk Hills Drive, commented on the existing traffic conditions. e Ed Woods, 18857 Dodge Street, indicated his concern regarding the traffic and danger to the children. He further indicated his concern regarding a Perkins Restaurant and the fact that most Perkins Restaurants are open 24 hours per day.