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City of Hastings July 2,2007 <br /> City Council Minutes Page 4 of 5 <br /> Mayor Hicks stated support for the project and felt that the size and the location was <br /> appropriate for the overall housing needs of the community. Hicks also stated support for the <br /> underground parking change. <br /> Councilmember Riveness asked if there would be an on-site property manager. The <br /> developer stated that there will be local staff and an on-site caretaker to show properties and do <br /> small repairs and maintenance. Riveness also asked whether the drainage concerns had been <br /> addressed. Hinzman stated that the City's engineer has approved the drainage plan. <br /> Councilmember Slavik asked what will be developed on the rest of the open space <br /> surrounding this site. Hinman stated that this is the first building of a proposed seven building <br /> complex proposed for the site. <br /> Councilmember Schultz asked the developer if they would be participating in the City's <br /> Crime Free Multi Housing Program. They stated that they would. Schultz also discussed the <br /> complexity of the traffic concerns in the City and stated that the City is working with MnDOT, <br /> Dakota County, and other entities to address traffic, but it can be a long process. <br /> Councilmember Slavik expressed concern with a seven apartment building <br /> development. <br /> Councilmember Alongi asked when traffic counts were last conducted. Hinman stated <br /> they were conducted in the last two years. Alongi stated frustration with the action before the <br /> Council, stating that expectations may have been raised that the Council would be reviewing <br /> the land use of the proposal, not simply the site plan. Alongi stated that he would not support <br /> the project. <br /> Mayor Hicks stated that the City has worked hard on ensuring a variety of building <br /> densities throughout its comprehensive plan. <br /> Councilmember Hollenbeck stated that the City needs varying densities of properties <br /> throughout the City and that property management is essential for successful rental properties. <br /> Moved by Councilmember Hazlet, seconded by Councilmember Hollenbeck to approve <br /> the site plan with the conditions recommended by the Planning Commission. <br /> 5 Ayes,Nays,Two. Councilmembers Alongi and Schultz voting against. <br /> Copy of resolution on file. <br /> Mayor Hicks declared a recess from 8:47 to 8:50 p.m. <br /> Concept Approval—Hastings Trail Connection to Red Wing <br /> Parks&Recreation Director Bernstein requested Council consideration for staff to <br /> proceed with meetings to discuss a possible trail connection to Red Wing,using a vacated rail <br /> bed. <br /> Moved by Councilmember Schultz, seconded by Councilmember Alongi to give <br /> conceptual support of the project,and direct staff to work with the NRRC and P&R Committee <br /> of the Council as the discussions proceed. <br /> 7 Ayes;Nays,None. <br /> Roadside Tennis Court Lighting <br /> Parks&Recreation Director Bernstein stated that requests have been received to keep <br /> the lighting available until 11:00 p.m. Currently, lighting is available until 10:00 p.m. Staff <br /> was directed to review previous Council action regarding hours of light availability which may <br /> have been discussed at the time the lights were originally installed. If complaints are received, <br /> the item should be referred to the NRRC for review. <br /> Moved by Councilmember Schultz, seconded by Councilmember Hollenbeck to <br /> approve the lights being available until 11:00 p.m. <br /> 7 Ayes;Nays,None. <br />
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