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Minutes Planning Commission March 13, 1985 all like the black walnut trees on the north side of Mohr Avenue. Photographs were then passed to the Planning Commission. Commissioner Lindsey asked what the difference would be between the walnut trees in the Pleasanton Valley area which were retained and the ones in this area. Mr. Fairfield stated there will be trenches for utilities, concrete curbs, and the water will not be able to be controlled. The trees if left, would be below the area of the street. Chairman Doherty stated that while he is always concerned about the retention of trees, in his case he felt newer trees might be better overall. Al Wiemken, Trenery Drive, stated he is pretty disappointed on the project across the street (Shea Homes), the wall is turned the wrong way. He has spent time talking to the Police and Fire Departments and has concerns with the cul-de-sac streets. He felt the lots in the proposed project should be made lager. He asked for a definition of duets. Mr. Harris explained. Mr. Wiemken expressed concern with the average density as shown on the general plan not being met. Mr. Harris explained that the General Plan says 'average' and this generally applies to the entire City not just a particular development. Herb Singleton, 2207 Martin Avenue, concurred that the trees should be removed and replaced with premium trees as stated. He expressed concern with additional traffic on Mohr Avenue and suggested another street be put through to alleviate the problem. Mr. Warnick stated that a stubbed street has been required for future access to Valley avenue. Mr. Singleton did not see the necessity for the density proposed. He disagreed with the comments of Mr. Wiemken about the wall between Mohr Avenue and Shea Homes. Chairman Doherty asked if the walnut trees have been infested with insects. Mr. Singleton felt that the lack of quality in the trees is a function of maintenance or lack of it. Professional sprayers are getting nervous about insecticides. He sprays his by hand and has high quality. The prices of walnuts have dropped in half and the spray costs more than one receives for the walnuts. The public hearing was closed. Commissioner Lindsey asked Ted Fairfield to address the ingress. Mr. Fairfield stated he is not aware that there is a problem in the number of vehicle trips, but has discussed ingress and egress with the City staff. Commissioner replacement also. Commissioner replacement Commissioner density but Wilson supported the removal of the trees and with others. Commissioner Getty agreed with this Lindsey suggested 24" box trees be used in the tree and that perhaps Condition No. 5 should be deleted. Lindsey appreciated Mr. Singleton's concern with felt the proposal to be a good mix. - 5 -