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September 14, 2005
The Lindon City Planning Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, September 14, 2005, beginning at 7:00 p.m., in the Lindon City Center, City Council Chambers, 100 North State Street, Lindon, Utah.
Conducting: Dustin Sweeten, Chairperson
Pledge of Allegiance: Dustin Sweeten
Invocation: Ron Anderson, Commissioner
PRESENT ABSENT
Dustin Sweeten, Chairperson Marilyn Simister, Commissioner
Ron Anderson, Commissioner
Julie Bryner, Commissioner
Gary Godfrey, Commissioner
Evan Nixon, Commissioner – arrived 7:20
Jim Peters, Commissioner
Adam Cowie, Planning Director
John Martineau, Planning Intern
Debra Cullimore, Deputy Recorder
The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES –
The minutes of the regular meeting of August 24, 2005 were reviewed. The following corrections were made:
Page 3, Line 39: add the word “be” after the word “will.”
Page 4, Line 42: add the paragraph, “Commissioner Godfrey noted that he estimates for the cost of under grounding of the lines had been provided by PacifiCorp. He felt that an independent estimate may more accurately reflect the actual cost for under grounding of the lines. Commissioner Godfrey suggested that PacifiCorp should be responsible to provide an independent cost estimate.”
Page 5, Line 5: add the sentence “Councilmember Hatch felt that the lines should be placed at the rear of the transfer station.”
Page 7, Line 37: strike the sentence, “Commissioner Godfrey observed that such businesses do not produce a large amount of revenue for the City.”
Page 8, Line 11: add the paragraph, “Commissioner Simister noted that during discussion of the PacifiCorp application, PacifiCorp Representatives had mentioned the possibility of the power poles being brown in color. She requested that the City Council consider requiring the brown poles.”
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 24, 2005 MEETING AS CORRECTED. COMMISSIONER PETERS SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
PUBLIC COMMENT –
There was no public comment.
CURRENT BUSINESS –
1. Conditional Use Permit – Precision Wood Working, Inc - 1434 West 70 South. This is a request for approval of a CUP for a cabinet manufacturing business within an existing building in the LI zone.
Jill Einerson introduced herself to the Commission. Mr. Cowie reviewed the application. He stated that the applicant is requesting a cabinet manufacturing business in an existing building in the LI zone at approximately 1380 West 70 South. The business will have a limited number of employees, and the applicant does not anticipate the need for any additional parking. Mr. Cowie noted that the business will include a paint spray booth and dust collection system which should be discussed to determine if there may be possible adverse impacts to the surrounding properties. Mr. Cowie stated that a mechanical/building permit will be required for the installation of the ventilation system.
Commissioner Godfrey asked Ms. Einerson if there would be any strong smells vented to the outside of the building. Ms. Einerson stated that the purpose of the ventilation system is to eliminate any strong odors before they are vented to the outside. Chairperson Sweeten asked where the system would vent to. Ms. Einerson stated that it will vent into a vacant lot at the rear of the site. Chairperson Sweeten observed that the lot will likely be developed at some time in the future. Therefore, any possible negative impacts should be evaluated at this time. Commissioner Anderson noted that there is an irrigation ditch and associated easement between the two lots, which will create some separation in the future regardless of development of the vacant lot.
Chairperson Sweeten inquired as to any inspection which may be required by the EPA or other such agencies for the ventilation system. Mr. Cowie stated that the ventilation would probably be regulated by Department of Environmental Quality, and that the compliance with specific environmental standards would be addressed prior to issuance of a building permit.
Commissioner Peters asked Ms. Einerson if there would be any storage of flammable materials on the site. Ms. Einerson stated that there will be a 45 gallon container of flammable lacquer, but that it would be stored in a metal fire proof cabinet.
Commissioner Bryner asked Ms. Einerson the reason for relocating the business to this site. Ms. Einerson stated that they have reached capacity at their current location, which is approximately 900 square feet. The proposed location is approximately 3800 square feet, and the business owners anticipate that it will serve their business needs for some time.
Chairperson Sweeten called for further comments or discussion. Hearing none, he called for a motion.
COMMISSIONER PETERS MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE APPLICATION FOR PRECISION WOODWORKING, INC. TO OPERATE A CABINET MANUFACTURING BUSINESS AT THE PROPOSED LOCATION. COMMISSIONER GODFREY SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
2. Minor Subdivision – Lindon Gateway Plat C – 380 South Technology Court. This is a request by Daniel Donaldson for approval of a 2-lot minor subdivision within the R&B zone.
Daniel Donaldson was the representative for this item. Mr. Cowie reviewed the application. He stated that the proposed site is in the R&B zone and is located north of Home Depot. The applicant is requesting to establish the proposed business in an existing building. A subdivision plat will be necessary in order to allow necessary expansion of the parking area. Mr. Cowie stated that the request appears to meet all zoning requirements. Commissioner Nixon inquired as to the number of additional parking stalls. Mr. Donaldson stated that they are proposing 177 additional stalls. Commissioner Nixon also inquired as to the reason the applicant did not purchase the entire additional lot. Mr. Donaldson stated that the property owners were willing to sell this portion or the entire lot, but that the proposed business does not have a need for the entire lot. Mr. Cowie noted that the corner parcel will remain vacant at this time.
Chairperson Sweeten called for further discussion. Hearing none, he called for a motion.
COMMISSIONER NIXON MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST BY DANIEL DONALDSON FOR A 2-LOT MINOR SUBDIVISION TITLED LINDON GATEWAY PLAT C, AND RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO THE CITY COUNCIL. COMMISSIONER PETERS SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
3. Conditional Use Permit – Teleperformance USA – 380 South Technology Court, Suite 100. This is a request by Daniel Donaldson & Teleperformance USA for approval of a conditional use permit and site plan for a 200 to 400 plus employee call center within an existing building in the R&B zone.
Daniel Donaldson was the representative for this item as well. Commissioner Anderson inquired as to drainage for the site. Mr. Donaldson stated that the site will drain to the west. Mr. Cowie referred to the map and determined that there are existing inlet boxes on the site which drain into the system on 800 West.
Mr. Cowie went on to explain that the owners of the business plan to phase employees in, and will have a maximum of approximately 400 employees at peak capacity. Commissioner Nixon asked for clarification on the number of employees at the site at any particular time. Mr. Donaldson stated that there will be several shifts, and that the various shifts would have a total of 400 employees, not 400 on each shift.
Mr. Cowie noted that City code requires that a minimum of 30% of the site consist of landscaping elements. He observed that this standard has not been applied in the R&B zone on previous projects, and that no other businesses in the area appear to meet this requirement. Chairperson Sweeten asked if the 30% requirement includes the building. Mr. Cowie explained that the building and parking on the site can not exceed 70% of the total area of the site. Commissioner Anderson observed that the 30% requirement may be excessive, but that the intent at the time the ordinance was adopted was to provide additional landscaping in the area, as it is a “gateway” area into Lindon.
Mr. Cowie suggested that additional trees could be added in the parking area to help meet the landscaping requirement. Chairperson Sweeten inquired as to the width of the existing grass strip along 800 West. Mr. Cowie stated that the grass strip is ten feet wide. Chairperson Sweeten felt that it should be twenty feet wide. Mr. Cowie noted that the R&B zone requires only a ten foot strip.
Commissioner Nixon asked the square footage of the building for the proposed business. Mr. Donaldson explained that the proposed business will occupy the first floor of a two story building. The area the business will occupy is approximately 40,000 square feet. Parking for the business is proposed at 4.8 stalls per thousand square feet. Commissioner Nixon asked how many shifts will work at the business. At this time, Dan Bodily and Larry Sell introduced themselves as representatives of the business. Mr. Sell stated that there are expected to be three shifts, which will begin at 5:00 a.m., and continue throughout the day until 1:00 a. m. Commissioner Nixon asked how many employees are expected to work on a single shift at one time. Mr. Sell stated that they expect a maximum of 200-225 employees to be present at any given time, with that number varying slightly depending on the number of employees attending training at any given time. Proposed parking will also include a certain amount of parking designated for visitors. Commissioner Anderson noted that additional parking over and above the number of employees on a shift may be necessary to avoid parking problems at the time of shift changes.
Commissioner Bryner inquired as to the nature of the call center, and whether it will consist of both inbound and outbound calling. Mr. Sell stated that it will consist of inbound calling only. Commissioner Bryner asked if this site will exceed capacity at some point in the future. Mr. Sell stated that the proposed number of employees at this site would be a maximum for this area, and that if additional employees become necessary the company would open an additional facility in another location.
Commissioner Godfrey observed that Teleperformance USA does not own the building, and should not be held responsible to comply with the 30% rule. He felt that the addition of trees or other landscaping elements to the parking area would compensatory justification for not requiring 30% landscaping on the site. Commissioner Godfrey felt that the 30 % rule should be enforced when new development occurs in the area. Commission Nixon suggested that if 30% landscaping would be enforced by the Commission in the future, it should be enforced on this project as well. Chairperson Sweeten felt that since the 30% landscaping had not been required on previous projects, it may not be appropriate to require it on this application. Commissioner Nixon asked Mr. Cowie how much land was still available for development in the R&B zone. Mr. Cowie stated that there are 2-3 vacant parcels available in the zone. Chairperson Sweeten inquired as to the estimated percentage of developed sites which was landscaped. Mr. Cowie estimated that each site consisted of approximately 15% landscaped area. Chairperson Sweeten felt that there was a possibility that required landscaping width for commercial areas had been applied to previous projects, rather than a certain percentage of the site. Chairperson Sweeten inquired as to the ability of the Planning Commission to allow variations in landscaping requirements. Mr. Cowie stated that it was his understanding that variations could be allowed as part of the Conditional Use Permit. Commissioner Nixon suggested the possibility of eliminating 12 parking stalls to create an additional landscaped area. Mr. Donaldson commented that the addition of trees to the parking area would be a viable option to address landscaping concerns without delaying the project. He noted that the business has a specific time frame to be operational, or there may be a possibility of losing the contract with Nextel, the company the call center will represent. Commissioner Bryner noted that reducing the proposed number of parking stalls may require additional engineering, and may create an undo delay for the business. Chairperson Sweeten felt that the additional trees would be a reasonable solution to address landscaping concerns.
The Commission went on to discuss access to the parking area from adjacent streets. Mr. Cowie had mentioned earlier in the discussion that no access would be allowed from 800 West due to a steep incline on the west of the property. Commissioner Godfrey felt that an entrance from 800 West was likely a financial issue, and that the grade could be addressed to create an access. According to Mr. Donaldson, City engineer, Mark Christensen, had informed the applicants that an access from 800 West would not be allowed. There was discussion regarding freeway access and the availability of public transportation to the site.
Chairperson Sweeten called for further discussion. Hearing none, he made a motion.
CHAIRPERSON SWEETEN MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST BY TELEPERFORMANCE USA & DANIEL DONALDSON FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND UPDATED SITE PLAN TO ALLOW A CALL CENTER IN THE R&B ZONE WITH THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. THAT EIGHT ADDITIONAL TREES ARE INCLUDED IN THE LANDSCAPING AT THE APPLICANTS PLACE OF CHOOSING ON THE SITE.
2. THAT SHRUBBERY IS PLACED EVERY FIFTEEN FEET ON THE NORTH AND SOUTH SIDE OF THE SITE NEW PARKING AREA.
COMMISSIONER PETERS SECONDED THE MOTION. THE VOTE WAS RECORDED AS FOLLOWS:
CHAIRPERSON SWEETEN AYE
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON AYE
COMMISSIONER BRYNER AYE
COMMISSION NIXON NAY
COMMISSIONER GODFREY NAY
COMMISSIONER PETERS AYE
THE MOTION CARRIED (4-2) WITH ONE ABSENT.
Commissioner Bryner pointed out that grass would be required between the shrubbery on the north and south sides of the site new parking area. Commissioner Nixon suggested that additional trees would be acceptable on the north and south as well.
Nay Vote –
Commissioner Godfrey felt that this item should be continued pending an engineering consultation regarding a possible entrance from 800 West.
Commissioner Nixon felt that a larger landscaped area should be provided by the business, and that landscaping requirements should be consistent in the future.
4. Conditional Use/Minor Subdivision – Wolf Mountain Products – 1250 West 355 South. A public notice for this requested conditional use permit and subdivision was mailed to surrounding property owners, however the application was found to be incomplete and will need to be postponed to another Planning Commission meeting. No action will be taken by the Planning Commission on this item.
5. Minor Subdivision – Lisa Dixon, Ronald Walker – 421 North 150 East. This is a request for approval of a 2-lot minor subdivision under the deep Lot ordinance. The new lot will be behind the existing home listed at the address above.
Lisa Dixon was the representative for this item. She was accompanied by Jared Watson, the surveyor for the proposed project. Ronald Walker, Ms. Dixon’s fiancé was also present at the meeting. Mr. Cowie reviewed the application. He stated that there are several sheds located on the site over existing utility easements. According to Mr. Cowie, the plat can not be completed unless the sheds are moved or the utilities are vacated. Mr. Cowie noted that the easements are not currently used for utility service, and the applicants may request that the easements be vacated.
Commissioner Bryner asked Ms. Dixon if she is the owner of the existing residence. Ms. Dixon stated that the home and sheds on the property are owned by her fiancé’s mother. Ms. Dixon commented that they would like to leave the sheds on the property if possible. Commissioner Nixon asked if the sheds are constructed on foundations. Mr. Walker stated that the sheds are not on foundations, and could be relocated to another area of the site if necessary.
Commissioner Peters inquired as to setbacks on the proposed residence. Mr. Cowie stated that the rear setback is 50 feet, front setback is 30 feet, and the side yard setback is 20 feet. Mr. Cowie noted that the setbacks are in compliance with the deep lot ordinance.
Commissioner Godfrey asked what the driveway surface will consist of. Ms. Dixon stated that they are planning a gravel driveway. Mr. Cowie informed her that a 16 foot wide paved surface is required, with two additional feet on each side of the paved surface required to be improved with gravel or other material to allow access by emergency vehicles.
Commissioner Nixon suggested that the applicants be given a copy of the applicable ordinance for residential projects, in order to make them aware of various requirements for construction of the residence.
Mr. Cowie noted that the City engineer had commented on the need for a fire hydrant within 400 feet of both residences on the site. Mr. Watson pointed out on the map that there is an existing hydrant within 400 feet of both dwellings. Mr. Cowie stated that this is a revised application, and that the engineer could address the issue of the fire hydrant on a staff level.
COMMISSIONER NIXON MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST BY LISA DIXON AND GARY WALKER FOR A DEEP LOT SUBDIVISION (2-LOTS) TITLED WALKER SUBDIVISION, AND RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO THE CITY COUNCIL WITH THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. THAT UTILITY EASEMENTS ARE PROVIDED AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION.
2. THAT THE SHEDS ON THE SITE BE REMOVED OR UTILITY EASEMENTS VACATED IF THE SHEDS ARE LEFT IN PLACE.
COMMISSIONER GODFREY SECONDED THE MOTION. THE VOTE WAS RECORDED AS FOLLOWS:
CHAIRPERSON SWEETEN NAY
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON AYE
COMMISSIONER BRYNER AYE
COMMISSIONER GODFREY AYE
COMMISSIONER NIXON AYE
COMMISSIONER PETERS AYE
THE MOTION CARRIED (5-1) WITH ONE ABSENT.
Nay Vote –
Chairperson Sweeten felt that this item should be continued to ensure that any concerns of neighboring property owners had been addressed. He noted that the meeting had not been attended by any noticed neighbors. Mr. Cowie showed Chairperson Sweeten the list of neighbors who had been noticed. Chairperson Sweeten observed that typically when a deep lot is reviewed by the Planning Commission, there are several neighboring property owners in attendance at the meeting to address concerns. He felt there was a possibility that there may be concerns which the Commission and Council should be aware of prior to approval.
6. Major Subdivision - (Revision of previously approved plat) Old Station Square – Lakeview Drive and State Street. This is a request by BMA Construction for approval of one additional lot (previously lot #1) and review of a requested change on the State Street tunnel configuration between proposed lots 7 & 8.
Chandler Nelson and Mike Marchbanks were the representatives for this item. Mr. Cowie reviewed the application. He stated that the applicant is requesting approval of an additional lot previously labeled as Lot #1 on the subdivision plat approved by the City. The proposed lot is large enough to be split into two lots. The new lot will front onto the new road location. Mr. Marchbanks noted that the initial intent of the lot was to build an assisted living center. Creation of an additional lot will provide flexibility for the property owners in placement of the assisted living center, or other business on the site.
Mr. Cowie went on to explain that the applicants are also requesting approval of an extension of the proposed State Street tunnel to allow for vehicle access and cross easements between lots 7 & 8. This request would extend the tunnel by approximately fifty feet. Preliminary information regarding this request was presented to the City Council during an informal discussion. Members of the Council expressed concern regarding possible safety issues associated with extension of the tunnel.
Mr. Marchbanks noted that he is a Lindon resident, and shares the safety concerns of the Council. Mr. Marchbanks felt that extension of the tunnel may create a safer situation for pedestrians. Commissioner Godfrey observed that extending the tunnel may make it difficult to use as an equestrian trail. Commissioner Nixon felt that if the tunnel were extended, there could be potential safety concerns for pedestrians as well.
Mr. Nelson observed that the current proposed location of the tunnel minimizes access to lot six and lot seven. He noted that if the trail were eliminated or extended, those lots would be much more accessible. Mr. Nelson commented that the developer has been very generous in making allowances for the trail, and felt that extension of the tunnel was a reasonable request. Mr. Nelson noted that UDOT will not allow any additional access from State Street, and that they are making an effort to maintain the necessary access to lot six and lot seven. Commissioner Nixon pointed out that all out lots in the area around Wal-Mart are accessed from the interior of the parking area. Commissioner Nixon felt that lot access should not override any possible safety concerns related to extension of the tunnel.
Mr. Cowie presented photographs of a tunnel located in Provo which is similar to the proposed State Street tunnel for comparison. Following review of the photographs, it was the consensus of the Commission that extension of the tunnel could create significant safety concerns.
Mr. Marchbanks requested that the Commission make suggestions for better access to lot six and seven. The Commission discussed several options for cross easements, and concluded that necessary access could be provided through cross easements between lot five and six and lot five and seven. Commission Nixon noted that the lots do not require State Street access to provide adequate accessibility.
COMMISSIONER NIXON MOVED TO APPROVE THE REVISED OLD STATION SQUARE SUBDIVISION PLAT AND RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO THE CITY COUNCIL WITH THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. THAT THE TUNNEL NOT BE EXTENDED.
2. THAT CROSS EASEMENTS BE INCLUDED BETWEEN LOTS 5 AND 6, AND LOTS 5 AND 7.
3. THAT PEDESTRIAN SAFETY MEASURES BE INCLUDED IN THE CROSS EASEMENT AREA WHERE VEHICLES CROSS PEDESTRIAN EASEMENTS.
COMMISSIONER PETERS SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Mr. Marchbanks noted that it will be necessary to relocate one power pole in the area of the development to allow construction of the street. The relocation of this pole will make it necessary to install guide wires on one pole in the park on the east side of State Street. Commissioner Anderson stated that permission for this could be given by the City Council, and would not require review by the Planning Commission.
Mr. Marchbanks also requested clarification regarding the requirement of recording Plat ‘B’, which will consist of lot 9, following the completion of the new road. He asked if the vacated area of Lakeview Drive would become part of BMA property. Mr. Cowie stated that following the recording of Plat ‘B’, the vacated area of Lakeview Drive would become BMA property.
7. Design Review – Fieldstone Homes – R3 Overlay Subdivision. This is a request for a design review of a proposed subdivision layout in the R3 Overlay zone at approximately 1700 West and 500 North.
Tom Spencer and Kyle Honeycutt were the representatives for this item. Mr. Spencer indicated that have made an effort to comply with the R3-Overlay ordinance, and that this design is a result of the ordinance, as well as suggestions from two previous DRC meetings. Mr. Spencer noted that the incorporation of 1700 West has become somewhat of an issue, as the density of the project has decreased significantly since the initial proposal. Mr. Spencer commented that while the ordinance will allowed shared walls in the retirement dwelling, it does not provide for an increase in density due to the shared walls. Therefore, there is no advantage to the developer to include duplex structures. The retirement area will consist of single family detached homes on 5,000 square foot lots.
Commissioner Peters expressed frustration at the outcome of the proposed development. He felt that the proposal had a “cookie cutter” look, and felt that this is what Lindon does not want. Chairperson Sweeten agreed that the original proposal submitted by Fieldstone, while higher density than the current proposal, was more attractive than the development which was driven by the R3 Overlay. Commissioner Godfrey noted that he had voted against the original proposal submitted by Fieldstone, as well as the R3-Overlay Ordinance. He observed that he was not in favor of either concept, but felt that if “it had to be one or the other”, the initial proposal was more consistent with what the Planning Commission would like to see in Lindon.
Mr. Spencer commented that the developer and the City have been in negotiations for a long period of time. He also noted that the owners of the property for the proposed development have been patient. Mr. Spencer felt that it is time for the project to “move ahead.” He stated that lot averaging to achieve and overall density rather than a minimum lot size would be the key element in the layout of the development. This method would give the developer more flexibility and creativity in the layout and design of the development.
Commissioner Bryner inquired as to the time frame for construction to begin. Mr. Spencer stated that the developer is hopeful that some work can begin during the winter.
Commissioner Peters wondered if the feelings of the Planning Commission had been adequately expressed to the City Council. Mr. Cowie stated that he makes every effort to convey the feeling of the Planning Commission, but noted that they are welcome to attend City Council meetings if they wish to address the Council on any issue. Chairperson Sweeten suggested that a City Council representative should be present at all Planning Commission meetings, and that a Council representative should be provided if the Councilmember assigned to attend Planning Commission meetings is not available.
The Commission discussed at length possible drainage issues associated with the development and the Proctor ditch, which is currently used for drainage in Lindon and surrounding areas. According to Mr. Spencer, Pleasant Grove currently discharges a large amount of drainage into the ditch, and will continue to do so until another storm detention facility is constructed. Mr. Spencer stated that necessary drainage for the proposed development would be minimal, but that he is under the impression that the development will be required to accommodate drainage for a much larger area. Mr. Cowie will clarify drainage issues with the City engineer.
The Commission discussed the location of proposed parks in the development. Various suggestions were made in regard to the location, size, and amenities of parks in the development. Chairperson Sweeten observed that the previous proposal had included a church site, and the current proposal does not. Commissioner Anderson noted that this is due to a significant reduction in density of the area. The population of the area according to the current proposal does not warrant a church site.
The Commission thanked Mr. Spencer and Mr. Honeycutt for their time and effort in preparing and presenting the proposal.
NEW BUSINESS – Reports by Commissioners
Commissioner Bryner requested information regarding the installation of ADA ramps which are being constructed on the sidewalks as part of the construction project on 200 South. She commented that the storm drainage on the street may create a hazard during storms, and should be addressed in the construction project as well. Mr. Cowie suggested that she forward the suggestion to Public Works Director, Don Peterson.
Commissioner Godfrey inquired as to landscaping requirements on newly constructed residential dwellings. Commissioner Nixon stated that to his knowledge, there was no requirement for landscaping, but only a requirement to control weeds on the lot. Commissioner Godfrey commented that an ordinance requiring minimal landscaping should be considered by the City. He observed that beautification of the City important, and felt that the same beautification standards should apply to residential development as apply to commercial development. Mr. Cowie suggested that Commissioner Godfrey make the suggestion to the City Council for their consideration.
Commissioner Bryner commented that she had received comments from two residents recently complaining about the lack of curb and gutter in the City, as well as the lack of street lighting. Commissioner Godfrey pointed out that installation of curb, gutter, and streetlights throughout the City would be a significant expense to the City. He went on to say that the City has a rural, rather than a city feeling, and that he likes the feel of the City. Commissioner Nixon suggested that the look of the City could be improved by simply cleaning up the edges of the streets.
PLANNING DIRECTORS REPORT –
Mr. Cowie reported on the following items:
1. A training session for the Planning Commission, City Council, and Board of Adjustments is scheduled for Thursday, September 22, at 6:00 p.m. to review new LUDMA regulations. Mr. Cowie stressed the importance of attendance at the meeting if at all possible.
2. Lindon City is under agreement with Orem City for sewer services. Lindon has currently exceeded the limit specified in the agreement. Lindon City will be obligated to have any new utility connections approved by Orem City until the problem is corrected. Mr. Cowie noted that the sewer facility is required to increase capacity if the current facility reaches 85% of capacity. He stated that connection to Timpanogos Special Service District would be an expense of millions of dollars for the City. City staff is working to address the problem.
3. The General Plan Committee is currently meeting on Wednesday nights prior to Planning Commission meetings. Meetings will continue for the next several months.
4. The City Council continued the PacifiCorp application, and requested to have an outside consultant consider an alternate route.
ADJOURN –
COMMISSIONER NIXON MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 10:10 P.M. COMMISSIONER PETERS SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
APPROVED – September 28, 2005
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Jim Peters, Chairperson
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Adam Cowie, Planning Director
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