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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 8 May 23, 1995 conservation and results in a tax benefit to the developer, perhaps some type of • park dedication fee could be required. Commissioner Minton stated that he would be in favor of an access from the northern streets to the northern trail. Chair Kuester opened the public hearing. Robert Elveru, 19623 Proctor Avenue NW, expressed his concern that there be sidewalks along the main thoroughfares in the development for children walking to school. He also was concerned about increased traffic on Proctor. Mr. Elveru questioned how water pressure would be maintained in the development due to the high elevation. Mike Dwyer, 19623 Proctor Avenue NW, stated that he owns a lot on the northeast corner of the proposed development. He explained that his lot was included in the proposed extension of the urban service boundary and questioned the impact this would have on his property. He further questioned if there are any plans for the 40 acres southeast of the proposed development. He also questioned how a park could be developed with the steep grade of Outlot A. Finally, he questioned how the area would be serviced by City water. Beverly Putnam, 19571 Proctor Avenue NW, stated that her home is located directly across from the proposed entrance to the development. She expressed concern regarding the increased traffic on Proctor,speeding and trucks traveling on Proctor. 1111 Jim Hamilton, 19711 Rush Street, Ridgewood Addition, expressed his concern with the density of the proposed development. He felt it would have a detrimental impact on his property value. Bob Elveru, 19623 Proctor Avenue, also expressed his concern for the density of the proposed development, and the affect this many families would have on the traffic problems they are already experiencing. John Boggart, representing the developer, explained that given the proposed 100 foot buffer zone, there would be approximately 150 feet between Mr. Hamilton's rear lot line and a potential neighbor's home to the south. Ron Bastyr, developer, stated that there will also be a drop in elevation between his property and the lots to the south. \, Mike Dwyer, 19623 Proctor, questioned whether or not his property would be included in the rezoning, since it was included in the extension of the urban service area. Bob Elveru, 19623 Proctor, questioned whether or not the school system would be adequate to handle the number of children coming into this development. He asked if there were other costs to residents that they may not be aware of now. Chair Kuester closed the public hearing. •