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ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25,2002 6. M2-2840 Dakbtrom Development LLC, **2550” Wayzata Boulevard West— General Development Plan Review—Continued unit. He stated that the lofts were the least developed of all the plans, but that they would be back in 2004 for further review of the loft plans. Previously, the lofts had three entrances onto Kelley Parkway, now there are two. The development has three entrances to Kelley Parkway total now, plus an unpaved emergency vehicle access. The private and public open space includes a trail from Willow View, to Kelley, to Highway 12. There will be sidewalk along both sides of Kelley and trail along Highway 12. The trails will have safe separation betw'een the bikes and pedestrians. There will be a tot lot area, bocce ball, and possibly a fire pit. They w ere gathering amenities near the rainwater storage areas. There will be a gazebo in the roundabout area. The roundabout area will have limited access points with hedges and retaining walls making it unattractive to cross the street outside designated areas. The main entrance will have a monumcm with recirculated water in the fountain. He stated that the roads have sufficient width for moving vans. Mn/DOT was reviewing the permit for regional ponds. He stated he had heard it was doable and would be approved. Mayor Peterson asked Moorse if he had been to Plymouth. He stated he had been to see the lighting in Plymouth. He stated it is brighter than a shoebox light. He asked the applicant about their planned lights. Steve Johnston stated that the pole height is a variable to be decided based on the lighting intensity desired. White stated that the lights installed would be setting a precedent for the area along Highway 12. He suggested Council all go look at different lighting types around the area. Steve Johnston stated the lamp type would not need to be finalized for six to eight months. He stated-they prefer the Nostalgia series pictured in the packet, with a straight pole and an acorn light on top. ^ “** Gaffron stated sirectscaping was an issue because they wont the type of trees along the boulevard to be in sync with plans for future landscaping to the east. Steve Johnston stated that the retaining walls will be in limestone, a sort of riprap, dry stacked with landscaping fabric behind it. They will be using limestone throughout the development. Gaffron stated there was a transportation study underway. He did not anticipate any