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currently provide a screening effect, will give Verona residents a clear view of the three and four story complex going in across from their homes. She said that over half of the property's existing mature trees will be removed and replaced with 24 inch box trees, many of which are varieties that will never achieve the same height. She also noted that 8 of the trees slated for removal front the canal area and are heritage trees, which is concerning as well. She questioned the safety of remaining trees during the construction process and provided the Council with photos of all existing trees on the property. Councilmember Brown asked and Ms. Plemmons confirmed that her greatest concern was for the loss of trees and screening lining West Las Positas. Diane Birchell, Verona resident, said she remains concerned with the traffic that will undoubtedly be generated by the project and questioned the validity of the traffic analysis. She specifically questioned the report's estimation of 1,100 additional daily trips, 69 of which would be during peak hours, when there are 168 units. She noted that there is considerable traffic from the daycare center adjacent to Verona, which has increased turning activity near the future entrance to the St. Anton development. Mayor Thorne closed the public hearing. Community Development Director Dolan explained that the agenda item does not specifically deal with the points raised by the public and apologized for not having all the detailed material on hand. He assured the Council and public that a thorough and detailed traffic study was prepared and does reflect an increase in proportion to the 168 new housing units. He further assured them that all mitigations deemed necessary by both outside consultant and City staff were applied to the project and that staff would continue to monitor all City streets, including this, for issues. With regard to trees, Mr. Dolan confirmed that the project calls for the removal of a number of trees. He clarified that 10 or 11 trees, which is only about 20% of the front row lining West Las Positas, are scheduled for removal because they either interfere with driveway locations or were identified by the arborist as not suitable for saving. The remaining 80% of trees along the front row will be maintained. Vice-Mayor Cook-Kallio asked if the project documents specify what type of trees shall be used for replacement or if that is determined at a later date with staff. Mr. Dolan said the type is addressed in the PUD document and that typically all tree selections are compared by staff against an approved list before they are planted. Councilmember Brown referred to Article 4 of the development agreement, which discusses Park Fees but does not specify an amount. Mr. Fialho explained that the calculation of fees occurs with submittal of the final plan and issuance of permits, and that it will be consistent with the City's ordinance. He said the more relevant provision in that section is that the City may use the fees in any manner which it sees fit. MOTION: It was m/s by Narum/Brown to introduce and waive first reading of Ordinance No. 2074. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Brown, Cook-Kallio, Narum, Pentin, Mayor Thorne Noes: None Absent: None City Council Minutes Page 4 of 13 July 16, 2013