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process for mediation with the neighbors. She urged Council not to approve the project as designed. Jed Sussman expressed concerns with the proposed development indicating it will change the neighborhood. He believes the project is not congenial with the type of neighborhood there. He referenced the letter submitted by Ms. Cousins who was signed by many neighbors, including him, and expressed concerns with traffic, safety, density, and the lack of preserving the open feeling of the neighborhood. He urged that the project have fewer homes with larger lots. He urged Council not to approve the project as designed. Debbie Leuthauser commented on densities, sidewalk and traffic concerns on Cameron. She also commented on the proposed sidewalk that will encroach on her property. Ms. Krakauer spoke about safety issues on Cameron. She indicated she is glad that there will be a sidewalk, but is not supportive of taking property to do so. She suggested a new way to ensure a sidewalk without taking property. She also noted she is not supportive of a masonry wall; feels there should be stop signs at the entry to both roads into the development and during the development phase, keeping trucks off the road during commute times and with children going to school, it would make it safer. Dave Strother indicated his support for the project and noted that Ponderosa is an excellent builder and has gone out of their way to meet the needs of the neighborhood, especially on Palmer Drive. Richard Morec concurred with the many concerns already expressed by his neighbors. He noted concerns with the speed of traffic and added housing. He indicated he was denied an encroachment permit for his driveway to have side access. He noted he is not a fan of sidewalks or sound walls as it detracts from the country feel of the neighborhood. Natalie Herb shared the same concerns as previous residents. She referenced a previous email sent to the Council stating her concerns. She indicated she bought in this neighborhood for the country feel, no sidewalks, no curbs and how quiet it is in the neighborhood. She stated the importance on maintaining that feel. She feels traffic is the key issue and the speed that people driveltravel on Cameron. She commented on the removal of the dead-end barrier on Cameron even though many neighbors showed up to oppose the removal at a Planning Commission meeting. She indicated the neighborhood was assured, at that time, that their concerns would be referred to the City Council and that they would recommend that the barrier remain and it disappeared within a couple of months. She commented further on traffic/safety concerns and the loss of their beloved dog. She stressed tragedy's can be avoided on Cameron. She indicated she does not oppose Ponderosa developing at this site; she is just in opposition of the current project. Edward Reedy stated his support for the current Ponderosa project plan which includes the sidewalk on Cameron Avenue from Camp to Martin. He commented on how well Ponderosa has worked with the residents on Palmer. He indicated that if Ponderosa has met the guidelines as set forth by the City, it is time to move forward City Council Minutes 12 October3,2006