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Planning Commission Special Joint Meeting 7 September 13, 2005 Page the road is improved by the realignment. With an urban design, more accesses could have been allowed. Mr. Leeseberg stated that the County felt the speeds would be lower with a rural design. Commissioner Motin stated that the City may still construct a detached trail along the roadway. Mr. Klaers noted that speeds may be lower, given the density of the area. Commissioner Offerman stated that beginning at Twin Lakes Road, County Road 12 is four lanes, then goes down to three lanes, and then down to two lanes. He stated that County Road 40 will be only two lanes all the way, and there will be no opportunity for even a turn lane. Mr. Leeseberg stated that he believed the right of way would be wide enough to allow for turn lanes and/or bypass lanes. A resident asked how the road was being paid for. Mr. Klaers explained that a Federal grant will fund a portion of the project; the County will fund a portion, and based on the County’s cost-sharing policy the City will be obligated to pay an amount which has not yet been identified. He noted that the Federal grant portion is approximately $750,000. A resident as if the right-of-way would remain the same (75 feet). Mr. Klaers stated that it was his understanding that 100 feet of right-of-way will be required. Discussion followed regarding turn lanes and who would pay for them. Mr. Klaers stated that he has not seen the road design. Mr. Harlicker stated that the County may be working with the developer to enhance the intersection at County Road 40 and Twin Lakes Road. A resident asked if there was a master plan for the area. Mr. Harlicker stated no. Mr. Klaers noted that the City Council has expressed a desire that the eastern area south of the Holzem site work together and not be piecemeal. Councilmember Motin concurred. Mr. Harlicker stated that the County requirements for quarter-mile access policy will necessitate that the property owners work together in development of their property. Mr. Klaers added that the timing of the utilities will provide timing for that planning, and that the Council hopes to decide within six months whether or not the area will be included in the Urban Service Area. A resident asked how the reconstruction of County Road 40 without extending utilities will impact development. Mr. Klaers stated that the impact is unknown. Discussion followed regarding reconstruction of County Road 40 as a rural design, future development of the eastern area and the need for and east-west corridor. Commissioner Lemke asked if County Road 40 would have the same capacity as a rural or urban design. Mr. Klaers stated yes, and that the County is aware of plans for the area and ultimately what could happen on the County road, and that they are responsible for safe travel on the County roads. Chair Anderson asked that more information be provided regarding the wetland, utilities, and road right of way. Mr. Leeseberg stated that staff would try to obtain information regarding utilities and road design for a workshop in a couple months, but that wetland information would take some time. Chair Stevens asked if there were any A or B Natural Resource Inventory areas on this site. Mr. Leeseberg stated that he will research that information. He noted that whether this area comes into the Urban Service Area as 1-acre, 2 ½ acre, or any other size lots, the access requirements of the County will remain the same. Commissioner Stevens stated that the issue of access will force the issue of how much of the property is developed at one time.