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Elk River Planning Commission Minutes Page 4 June 10, 1993 Maurer, City Engineer, to discuss the necessary details this proposal • would involve. Sharon Bromen, 20969-152 Street NW, Elk River, stated she is in favor of the project. She is a retail business owner and welcomes the proposed project. Cathy Wise, 19424 Irving Circle, Elk River, explained that she is a school bus driver and commented on the pedestrian traffic around the Jackson and School Street area. Reiterated concerns regarding pedestrian safety and increased gang activity. Jeff Polger, 13131 Mississippi Road, Elk River, is in favor of the proposed project and stated he would like to see the additional retail business in the City. Fred Short, 16651 Kangaroo Circle, Ramsey, presented the Planning Commission and staff with signatures in favor of this type of development but not in the proposed location. Darlene Jacobson, 10730-198 Avenue NW, Elk River, stated she is opposed to the proposed mall due to the close proximity to the schools. Steve Patterson, Chamber of Commerce, 372 Jackson Avenue, Elk River, informed the public attending the meeting that growth is essential to • the City of Elk River and that this project would be a benefit to the q: community. Mr. Patterson reviewed his memo included in the packet. Charlie Blesner, 19360 Norfolk, Elk River, stated he is concerned about the size of the development. Further concerns included signage on Jackson, storm water and drainage, and trees and landscaping. Karri Ryans, 19128 Carson, Elk River, informed the Planning Commission that she is a teacher and reiterated concerns regarding the safety of children and environmental issues. There being no comments at this time, Chairman Minton asked City staff and the developer's staff to respond to the aforementioned concerns. Stephen Rohlf addressed the signage issues and indicated further review was necessary due to the revised site plan. Terry Maurer commented on the storm drainage plan and discussed the City's current storm water plan that is being reviewed. John Bogart, John Oliver & Associates, stated that after reviewing the 100 year storm plan, this request can meet the necessary requirements. Jim Benshoof, Traffic Engineer retained by the developer, requested a meeting with the City Engineer to discuss all areas of concern. Testimony from the public continued. . . .