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Commissioner O'Connor stated his two concerns were around the massing and traffic <br /> circulation. He stated he was not amenable to the residential placement on the corner of the <br /> site and expressed hope that something could be done to tone down the massing. <br /> Commissioner Pace referenced the traffic at the intersection of Stoneridge Mall Road and <br /> Stoneridge Mall Road and suggested having the building setback through the integrated plan <br /> which could help in reducing massing, assist with traffic circulation and provide additional <br /> visibility, especially at that corner. Based on these factors, he was more amenable to the <br /> integrated plan. <br /> Commissioner O'Connor asked if the intersection of Stoneridge Mall Road and Stoneridge Mall <br /> Road would contain a traffic signal. <br /> Mr. Tassano stated there was an existing traffic signal and improved site distance would be <br /> provided, even with the current traffic signal and stop signs. <br /> Commissioner Brown asked about bicycle trails and use for egress in the evening hours. <br /> Mr. Tassano explained the congestion points and possible improvements, which will occur one <br /> at a time. He stated the traffic study would determine the volume in particular areas and the <br /> need for any additional traffic signals. <br /> Commissioner Balch suggested evaluating the comments made on Building A and utilizing <br /> those that worked. <br /> MATTERS FOR COMMISSION'S REVIEW/ACTION/INFORMATION <br /> 7. Reports from Meetings Attended (e.g., Committee, Task Force, etc.) <br /> Commissioner Allen discussed the recent Heritage Tree Board of Appeals meeting and stated <br /> there was good discussion and the Committee came to a consensus, which appeased the <br /> Committee and the applicant. <br /> 8. Future Planning Calendar <br /> Planning and Permit Center Manager Melinda Denis gave a brief overview of future items for <br /> the Commission's review. <br /> 9. Actions of the City Council <br /> No action was taken. <br /> 10. Actions of the Zoning Administrator <br /> No action was taken. <br /> Planning Commission Minutes Page 8 of 9 March 11, 2020 <br /> <br /> Commissioner Allen expressed the need for Mr. Tassano to be involved as it relates to traffic <br /> circulation because she believes this is the most important component in selecting one of the <br /> two designs. Regarding massing, she is amenable to staff's recommendations and she <br /> inquired if there were other concepts or examples of similar five-story buildings with this many <br /> units as a comparison. <br /> Commissioner Balch stated he was amenable to the general massing referenced in Discussion <br /> Point 3 and mentioned that the option selected is the slightly better choice. <br /> Commissioner Ritter discussed the layout and positioning and to Commissioner Allen's point, <br /> agreed with her comments around the importance of traffic circulation; he further stated the <br /> massing is all-encompassing of that and requested additional articulation on the building <br /> design. <br /> Commissioner Brown expressed concern with the wrap-around building and the view from <br /> Stoneridge Mall Road. <br /> Planning Commission Minutes Page 7 of 9 March 11, 2020 <br />y <br /> approved and accounted for increased congestion. He discussed the pedestrian and bicycle <br /> traffic and the future amenities, including the cycle track, which would help improve circulation. <br /> Planning Commission Minutes Page 6 of 9 March 11, 2020 <br />