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Planning Commission Minutes December 12. 2000 Page 4 . Rich Hardy, 19383 Dodge Street NW, was opposed to having residential homes backed up to Menards. He asked whet happened to the idea of relocating the park to this site. Cheri Leonard, 19334 Dodge Street, stated that she was told by the developer that she had the right to give her house back if the developer didn't follow through on his promises. Chair Mesich stated that that would be a legal matter she would need to pursue through an attorney. He stated that the street lights and retaining walls are issues which can be addressed by the City. Ms. Leonard stated that she does not oppose the commercial area. but she objects to the traffic which will be created because of this development and feels the residents have a right to have a safe neighborhood. Ms. Leonard asked how she could get a response from the City if her Council member was not willing. Chair Mesich stated that she was welcome to attend a City Council meeting for the Open Mike portion to express her concerns. . Scott Fitzgerald, 19374 Dodge Street NW, stated that he and the neighbors which are present are trying to create a good community. He asked what revenues will be generated in park dedication from this plat. He also asked if credit would be given to the developer for the power line corridor. Steve Wensman, Planner, stated that the developer will be given credit for the 4.7 acres of park, minus the wetlands, and that no credit will be given for the power line corridor. Mr. Fitzgerald asked how much cash will be given to the City? Michele McPherson, Director of Planning, explained that the City's park dedication ordinance states that the City may require 10 percent of the land for park dedication, which would be 6.7 acres if only land was dedicated, or cash could be required in lieu of land, or a combination of land and cash. Park dedication fees go into a fund for acquiring park land or providing park amenities. The park dedication fees are based on the fair market value of the raw land. This amount is usually determined through the developer agreement process. Ms. McPherson stated that the Park & Recreation Commission has recommended a combination of park land and cash and that an estimate of this value could be available for the City Council meeting. Ellen Fredericks, 19381 Baldwin Circle NW, stated that two of the street lights at the 193rd and Evans intersection have never worked. She suggested lighting up the intersection and adding lighted or larger signage to warn west-bound traffic on 193rd that oncoming traffic does not stop. Ms. McPherson stated that she will bring the lighting issue to the attention of the Utilities General Manager, Bryan Adams. John Corkery, 19424 Baldwin Circle NW, suggested that since new schools will be built, additional property could acquired to add onto the school property for parks. He stated that the City needs to look for ways to save money when planning parks so that its residents can afford to stay here. . Cheri Leonard, 19334 Dodge Street, asked if the Planning Commission can deny the plan. Commissioner Chambers stated that they can either recommend denial or approval and it will still go on to the City Council for review. Commissioner Kuester noted that the Planning Commission cannot simply deny the plan because they don't like it; they need to establish findings based on the