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City Council Minutes October 21, 1991 Page 6 e 4. THAT THE LIGHTING STANDARDS ARE AT LEAST THREE FOOT CANDLES AND THAT THEY BE DIRECTED AWAY FROM RIGHT-OF-WAY AND ADJACENT RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES. 5. THAT ALL SIGNAGE BE AS PER CITY CODE. 6. THAT THE APPLICANTS USE DIRECTIONAL SIGNS TO INDICATE THE ENTRANCE ONLY ON THE WESTERN ACCESS AND THE ENTRANCE AND EXIT FOR A.T. AUTO AND TIRE ON THE EASTERN ACCESS. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 6.5. Preliminary Plat Review for the Plat of Orono Heights/Public Hearing Janelle Szklarski, Zoning Assistant, stated that John Plaisted is requesting approval of a preliminary plat for the plat of Orono Heights containing 11 single family lots. Janelle Szklarski indicated that all lots are buildable and meet the City's and DNR requirements. She indicated that both staff and the City Engineer have reviewed the preliminary plat. Janelle indicated that one issue of concern was regarding the location of a street next to an existing home owned by Joe Pouliot. She indicated that Mr. Pouliot's home will be 25 feet from the right-of-way and the required front yard setback is 30 feet. e Planning Commission Representative, Jerry Schroeder, indicated that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the preliminary plat with a large list of stipulations. He stated that their main concern was safety in relation to the layout of the roads in the plat. Janelle Szklarski indicated that Terry Maurer, the City's Engineer, had submitted a letter regarding his review of the preliminary plat, grading plan, and street grades. Mayor Tralle opened the public hearing. Mr. Joe Pouliot of 207 York Avenue indicated he was not in favor of the layout of the road. He stated that the setback rule is not being adhered to by the City because the right-of-way is 25 feet from his property line as opposed to the required 30 feet. He stated he felt the road would be too close to his home. Carmen Pouliot indicated that there are several drainage issue that should be looked at as they are experiencing water problems. Steve Rohlf indicated that the City concerns regarding traffic have been addressed by the Ci ty Engineer and further indicated that all of the lots in the plat meet the City standards. Bill Christian, representing John Plaisted, stated that an alternative plan was looked at but not chosen because of safety reasons. e Frank Schober, of 18216 Albany Street, stated that there is wildlife in the pond in which the Ci ty is proposing to drain the storm drainage. He indicated that after a few years, this wildlife and pond will be affected by the City's drainage plan.